Bootcamp
Essentials of Transactional Practice
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Presented by the Transactional Skills Program at the University of Miami School of Law, in partnership with the Corporate Counsel Committees of the Florida Bar and the Miami-Dade Bar Association, and sponsored by SimpleDocs. Approved Fl. Bar CLE Credit: 9 General | 1 Ethics | 1 Technology | 9 Business Litigation Tired of passive CLEs and panels that don’t teach you how to do the work? This one-day bootcamp gives you the tools, practice, and feedback you need to draft, review, and negotiate contracts like a pro. Law firm attorneys, In-house counsel, contract managers, and law students will roll up their sleeves for hands-on sessions that mirror real legal work. Show up with your laptop. Leave with confidence.
AI Prompt-a-thon: Prompting with Purpose — Strategy, Ethics, and Efficiency Generative AI is reshaping legal workflows, but only when used with skill, strategy, and ethical awareness. This interactive session teaches participants how to structure prompts for real legal work, from clause revision to memo drafting, while avoiding pitfalls like hallucinations, bias, and confidentiality breaches. You’ll walk away with a stronger command of AI tools, and the judgment to use them well. Speakers: Beyond the Law: Business, Financial & Insurance Literacy for Legal Professionals Legal advice doesn't exist in a vacuum, it lives in balance sheets, boardrooms, and business deals. This session breaks down key financial and insurance concepts that lawyers encounter daily, from interpreting financial statements to assessing indemnity risk. You'll gain the confidence to connect business realities to contract terms and legal strategy. Speakers: Building Blocks of a Contract: What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About Core Clauses Every contract has its core DNA, representations, warranties, indemnities, and boilerplate. This session unpacks how these clauses function together (or against each other) and shows you how to work through them strategically. Through hands-on exercises and small group discussion, you’ll practice drafting and refining language based on real-world scenarios. Speakers: Lunch & Keynote with Laura Frederick Get inspired by Laura Frederick, one of the country’s leading experts on commercial contracts. A former Tesla and Big Law attorney with over 25 years of experience, Laura is the Founder & CEO of How to Contract, creator of ContractsCon, and author of the bestselling Practical Tips for Business Contracts. Her keynote will highlight how lawyers at all levels can avoid common drafting pitfalls, communicate clearly with clients, and build real commercial judgment. Keynote Speaker: Core Contracts Every Business Lawyer Must Master This extended session is your practical deep dive into the agreements that power business: NDAs, MSAs, employment and consulting agreements, software licenses, and more. Participants will engage in interactive exercises, reviewing, evaluating, and improving real-world contract language, to better understand structure, strategy, and negotiation choices. Speakers: Deal or No Deal? Ethics on the Edge of Negotiation Watch a live negotiation unfold, complete with power plays, ambiguity, and ethical gray areas. Then, step into a guided debrief on where the line is between savvy dealmaking and professional misconduct. You’ll examine what went right, what went wrong, and how to navigate client demands while staying within ethical boundaries. Speakers: Closing the Loop: Lessons, Tools, and Takeaways We’ll end the day with a fast-paced reflection session that pulls together key insights and lessons. You’ll leave with a practical, personal action plan you can apply in your next client meeting, contract draft, or negotiation, plus clarity on how to keep growing as a transactional professional. Networking ReceptionSESSION DESCRIPTIONS
Unwind with light bites and meaningful conversation. This relaxed reception is your chance to connect with speakers, peers, and new mentors—while letting Miami traffic die down.
Approved Fl. Bar CLE Credit: 9 General | 1 Ethics | 1 Technology | 9 Business Litigation
Student Competition
Canes Contract Drafting & Negotiation Challenge(Registration Now Closed)
In this competition, law and business students from across the region will compete in a multi-round, simulation-based tournament judged by experienced practitioners. Attendees from the Friday event are invited to observe the competition and meet tomorrow’s rising talent.
Each team must consist of 2-4 students, with at least one law student required. Coaches are encouraged to participate. $100 for 2-person teams / $200 for 4-person teams. Only 12 team slots available, registration closes August 20th at 11:59 PM EST (or when full). Free for University of Miami teams
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