Instructor Led Public Training - Training Resources

You Can Speak with Confidence How often have you admired and envied those who speak before groups with such ease and confidence? Do you find yourself wishing that you had the talent to motivate, persuade, and hold the attention of a group? You can have it. Confident speaking is not strictly for talented naturals or geniuses or loud people. Speaking is for everyone who has a message to impart; a purpose to fulfill, and  more...

Proactive Project Management Although projects are temporary in nature, they do have a definite beginning and end. Since this feature makes them distinct from the normal ongoing work of a business, special management skills are required. With project teams becoming an increasingly important part of the modern organization, proactive management of each phase of a project is critical to success in the workplace. Crisis  more...

Secrets of Master Presenters The Art and Science of Selling Your Message "The effective presenter makes it easy for the audience to grasp ideas without having to work. The effective presentation story leads the audience to an irrefutable conclusion. The journey gives the audience a psychological comfort level that makes it easy for them to say 'YES' to whatever the presenter is proposing. Presenting...is selling." --Jerry  more...

Current Issues in Storm Water Regulation Benefits strong Storm water regulations are constantly evolving - have your practices evolved with them? /strong From recent litigation to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you'll get answers to all your questions, such as: What are the most effective storm water sampling techniques? What new case  more...

SEQRA Benefits strong Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and changing legal standards in New York. /strong We'll show you how to overcome any obstacles you may encounter - including issues surrounding the supplementation of SEQRA review. Hear about the latest trends in mitigation measures. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding bringing and defending SEQRA litigation.  more...

Water Rights Sales and Transfers Benefits strong Don't drown in complex water rights law - get the tools you need to buy and sell the right way. /strong Usable water is becoming more valuable by the day. Many people in Montana want to know who has it and, more importantly, how to buy and sell the rights to it. You can become the go-to water rights expert your organization needs to stay competitive in this increasingly important  more...

Form 990 ... importantly - how they might be perceived by the general public. Sign up today! Benefits for You - Get important updates on the new forms - Hear a step-by-step approach to completing the return - Tips for reporting on political campaign and lobbying activities - Find out what you need to know about compensation and insider transactions - Explore highlights of other Form 990 schedules This  more...

Prevailing Wage Law ...strong Prevailing wage is a mandatory component of many public works projects. Unfortunately, the law often raises more questions than it answers. What is the prevailing wage? What paperwork do I need? How can I avoid liability and complaints? What if I need help? Let's start with this seminar. Turn to our experienced panel and you'll get the answers you seek - and the practical guidance you  more...

Law of Easements and Eminent Domain: Legal Issues and Practical Considerations Benefits strong You've found yourself face-to-face with an easement - now what? /strong You can get what you need from your real estate despite the intimidating complexity of easements. Whether you're looking to comply with one, fight one or draft one, our local experts will give you the know-how you need to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Come to  more...

Public Contract Code Requirements and Competitive Bidding ...enefits strong Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and procurement with ease. /strong California public entities undertaking construction projects face comprehensive public contracting statutes and a contentious claims environment, which combine to pose legal and practice challenges unique to public construction. The faculty, from one of California's leading public  more...

Basics of Colorado Water Law Benefits strong Colorado water law compliance is an uphill battle - do you know what you're up against? /strong Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to water law in Colorado. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about deep groundwater. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Economic Development Financing ...ring your success. Benefits for You - Get up to speed on public finance issues - Learn the pros and cons of the various economic development incentives - Explore how to achieve green efficiency goals at the lowest possible cost - Grasp the key essentials of public-private partnerships incentives IACET Learning Objectives - You will be able to review public finance issues. - You will be able  more...

What You Need to Know About Public Records and Open Meetings ...veryone - especially our policymakers - is to balance the public's right to information with the individual's right to privacy. If you're involved with a public entity or work for a government agency, you need to know the ins and outs of Pennsylvania's public records and open meetings laws. Join us for this seminar and get up to date on changes to the state's Right to Know Law and recent  more...

The Impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio Discover how to navigate the Great Lakes Water Compact with ease. Attend this enlightening seminar and find out what you need to know about the impact of the Great Lakes Water Compact in Ohio. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about how this affects water law and practices in your area. You'll get an inside look at how the compact affects  more...

Collecting Construction Payments Yes, you can collect your payments without fear! What every construction professional needs to know. Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to collecting construction payments. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about extras and changes. You'll get an inside look at how to respond to confusing issues  more...

Water Considerations in Land Development Learn how to navigate through water considerations and prevent costly delays in development. Failing to account for wetlands when planning a project can result in long delays and increased expenses. What's more, a violation of wetlands law - even if inadvertent - will subject you to civil and criminal penalties, as well as the cost of restoring the impacted wetlands. The balance between private  more...

Current Issues in Renewable Energy Sources Get on the road to success in using renewable energy sources - and get ahead in your field. Attend this cutting-edge seminar and stay informed of the latest issues related to renewable energy sources. You'll gain a clear understanding of emerging regulatory issues for renewable energy projects. Meet the challenges ahead and find out what you need to know about financing and tax-related issues.  more...

Real Estate Development From Beginning to End The basics are the same in good times and in bad - learn them from the experts. Developing real estate is tough - its even tougher in a down economy. Learn what others are doing to maneuver through and succeed in these challenging times. Each link in the complex and multifaceted real estate development process affects the success of the project. Do you have every angle covered? This seminar  more...

Easements, Covenants and Similar Rights You've found yourself face-to-face with an easement - now what? You can get what you need from your real estate despite the intimidating complexity of easements, covenants and rights of way. Whether you're looking to comply with them, fight them or draft them, our local experts will give you the know-how you need to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Come  more...

Low-Impact Development and Storm Water Management Do you have the latest and most effective strategies for low-impact development? Attend this enlightening seminar and stay abreast of the latest issues relating to low-impact development and storm water management. Our seasoned professionals will provide practical answers to your most pressing questions about land use trends that impact water quality. You'll get an inside look at how to respond  more...

Groundwater Wells, Rights and Uses in Arizona End confusion in the groundwater maze. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to the legal and technical issues of groundwater wells, rights and use. Hear about the latest trends in water well design and site selection. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding well sharing agreements. Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and changing  more...

Media Relations for Government Officials ...de look at how to respond to confusing issues surrounding public records and open meeting laws, as well as a host of other legal and practical issues. Attend this seminar and you'll get perspectives on dealing with government officials and private industry using hypothetical situations and different exercises. Don't miss this timely opportunity to ask questions of front-line reporters, editors  more...

Special Needs Trusts: Planning for the Disabled and Elderly ...ility that the disabled family member may lose his or her public benefits. In some cases, a disabled or elderly person may receive assets through a personal injury lawsuit or inheritance that threatens his or her eligibility for public benefits. Attend this seminar and learn how to use special needs trusts to solve these dilemmas. Our experts will help you explore the major issues surrounding  more...

Internet Researching for Paralegals ...Internet researcher. Get a firm grasp of how to research public records, including both people and businesses. Find out exactly what you need to know about researching the law. This cutting-edge seminar has all the latest issues you need to succeed in the face of ever-changing technology - register today! Benefits for You - Become the Internet search expert for your firm - learn how to search  more...

Approval and Funding of Infrastructure ... in Colorado, including creative measures such as private-public partnerships. Register today to make sure you stay on the cutting edge of your field. Benefits for You - Ease your worries concerning financing major infrastructure projects in Colorado - Skillfully maneuver through the infrastructure development approval process - Gain solid techniques on financing brownfield and greenfield  more...

Eminent Domain for Attorneys ...ce explosive growth, the demands for private property for public uses will increase. Attend this seminar and learn about key legal topics in the field of eminent domain condemnation from the perspective of both the property owner and the condemning agency. Property owners entitled to just compensation need be aware of and planning for the exercise of eminent domain. Condemning agencies must  more...

Coastal Engineering and Land Use Issues Stay up to speed and in compliance - learn the facts about coastal regulations and land use issues. Join us for this innovative seminar and get up to speed on the Coastal Zone Management Act. Understand the intricacies of regulations related to streams, wetlands and buffers. Get a handle on complicated issues surrounding the one-stop coordination express permitting program. Avoid problems down  more...

Understanding California's Public Construction Bidding Process ...n Bidding Process - Learn how to navigate through complex public bidding procedures and prevent costly mistakes. Are you a construction contractor or subcontractor considering bidding on public contracts, but want to understand the process better? Are you employed by a public agency that wants to take advantage of construction contracting options while minimizing the likelihood of protests?  more...

The Basics of Employment Claims, Workers' Compensation Claims and the Interplay Between the Two Employment and Workers' Compensation Claims - Protect your organization know how labor laws interact with workers compensation. Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to defenses to workers compensation claims. Hear about the latest trends in workers compensation law. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding reasonable accommodation. Find out how  more...

Natural Resources Damage Litigation Natural Resources Damage Litigation - Natural resource damages have moved to the forefront of environmental law. Federal and state natural resource trustees have substantially stepped up their activities with respect to the natural resource damage assessments process and for recovery of alleged damages. Both federal and state resource trustees are blazing new ground in assessment and enforcement  more...

Risk Assessment: Identify, Prioritize and Quantify Risk Within Your Manufacturing Operations Root Cause Risk Assessment - Risk assessment is now becoming an integral part of doing business in the present-day complex industrial world. All new projects and process and manufacturing operations require that businesses and companies perform risk assessments to proactively identify potential inherent risks and take steps to mitigate these risks to acceptable levels (to protect workers and  more...

Nuts, Bolts, Urban Myths and Sharks in the Water: Fundamentals of Federal Grants Law Grant Management for Grant Recipients - Join Edward T. Waters, an attorney with nationally recognized expertise in federal grants law, to review the essential elements of federal grants and subgrants from a legal perspective. Learn about the fundamentals of grant administration followed by a discussion of urban myths that is, commonly misunderstood provisions of federal grants and sharks in  more...