The Corporate Law Combo

Description

Now that you have decided to climb the corporate ladder, this is the right combo for you. Equip yourself with the skills that would not only impress the interviewers but also impress your team members after you are hired! This combo has been created while keeping in mind the needs of all those students or professionals who are either about to start their career in corporate law or are planning to switch to corporate law.

The Combo includes the following Live Certificate Course:
1) Intellectual Property Rights
2) Contracts Drafting
3) Software Contracts Drafting
4) Banking Laws
5) Contract Lifecycle Management

Start Dates & Duration:

1) Intellectual Property Rights: 10th February (Duration: 15 Days)
2) Contract Drafting: 5th April (Duration: 15 Days)
3) Software Contracts Drafting: 15th April (Duration: 12 Days)
4) Banking Laws: 10th April (Duration: 10 Days)
5) Contract Life Cycle Management: 20th April (Duration: 7 Days)

Do not worry, the classes won’t clash!

Platform: Google Meets

After Registration, our team will add you to the respective course groups where the notifications about the course are shared.

What will you learn?

1) Intellectual Property Rights:

MODULE 1:

1. Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights
2. Types of Intellectual Properties
3. Working and system followed in India
4. Overview of Trade Secrets and Geographical Indication

TRADEMARK-

1. What is a Trademark?
2. Types of Logo
3. What can be Trademarked?
4. Characteristics of a good Trademark
5. How to do a Trademark Search?
6. Filing and Drafting of Trademark
7. Replying to Trademark Objection
8. Trademark Infringement

MODULE 2 – PATENT

1. What is a Patent?
2. Law governing Patent in India

3. What can be Patented?
4. Essentials for a Patent
5. Procedure for filing a Patent
6. Revocation and Opposition to Patent Application
7. Licensing and Assignment of Patent

MODULE 3: COPYRIGHT

1. Meaning and Definition of Copyright
2. Law’s governing Copyright in India
3. Copyright Societies
4. Copyright Infringement
5. Procedure for filing for a Copyright
6. Making of Copyright application
7. Copyright Assignment and Licensing
8. Copyright Infringement

2) Contracts Drafting:

 

MODULE 1:

1. What are Contracts?
2. Types of Contracts:-On the basis of its enforcement
3. On the basis of mode of creation
4. On the basis of extent of execution
5. E-Contracts and its validity.

 

MODULE 2:

1. Standard Form of Contracts
2. Importance of Standard form of contracts
3. Types of Standard form of Contracts

 

MODULE 3:

1. Registration of Contracts
2. Contracts which require registration
3. Contract’s which don’t require registration
4. Stamping
5. Attestation & Notarization

 

MODULE 4:

1. Breach of Contract
2. Common Breaches
3. Damages
4. Types of Damages
5. Remedies for breach of contract

 

MODULE 5:

1. Drafting of a contract:-
2. Operating Clause
3. Boilerplate Clauses
4. Risk mitigation clauses

 

MODULE 6: Drafting of Contracts and Documents:

1. Master Service Agreement
2. Service Agreement
3. Incentive Contracts& Time and Material Contracts
4. Labour-Hour contracts
5. Indefinite-Delivery Contracts
6. Employee Contracts
7. Non-Disclosure Agreements
8. Memorandum of Understanding

3) Software Contracts Drafting:

 

• MODULE 1:
• Introduction to Technology Contracts,
• Technology Contract  V. Traditional Contracts,
• Software Contracts.
• MODULE 2:
• What are Software Development Contracts,
• Kinds of Software Development contracts,
• Software Development Process,
• Drafting of Software Development Contract,
• Drafted Sample Software Development Agreement for better understanding.
• MODULE 3:
• Software License Agreements,
• Software License and Support Agreements,
• Types of Software License Agreement,
• Drafting of Software license and support agreements.
• MODULE 4:
• Software Outsourcing Agreements,
• How Software is outsourced,
• Drafting of Software outsourcing Agreement,
• MODULE 5:
• Open Source Software Agreements & other IT Agreements like-Escrow Agreements,
• Drafting of Open Source Software Agreements & additional drafts.

4) Banking Laws:

 

MODULE 1: Legal Framework of Regulation of Banks

• Introduction
• Objective
• Constitution of Banks
• Types of Bank
• Reserve Bank of India Act,1934
• Banking Regulations Act,1949
• Reserve Banka as a Central and Regulator of Banks

 

MODULE 2: Legal Aspect of Banking Operations

• Responsibilities of Collecting ad Paying Banks
• Types of Credit Facilities
• Indemnities
• Bank Guarantee
• Letters of Credit
• Deferred Payment Guarantee
• Laws relating to Bill Finance
• Securities:

 

A. Types of Securities

B. Laws relating to Securities and mode of Charge

C. Registration and Satisfaction of Charges

MODULE 3: BANKING-RELATED LAWS

• SARFAESAI ACT,2002

 

MODULE 4: Banking Ombudsman Act

• Banking Ombudsman Scheme,2006

 

Module 5: DRT Act

• Recovery of Debts due to Banks and Financial Institutions (DRT Act)
• Establishment of Tribunal and Appellate Tribunal
• Jurisdiction, Power, and Authority of Tribunals
• Procedure of Tribunal
• Recovery of Debt Determined by Tribunal and Miscellaneous Provisions

 

MODULE 5: The Banker’s Evidence Act, 1891

• Applicability of the Act
• Conditions in the Printout
• Mode of Proof of certain entries in Banker’s Book
• Cases in which officer of a bank is not compellable to produce books
• Inspection of books by order of Court or Judge
• Procedure; Costs of Application

5) Contract Lifecycle Management

 

Module 1: Understanding Contract Life Cycle Management

• What is CLM?
  • Definition and the role it plays in businesses.
  • Why managing contracts effectively is essential.
• Types of Contracts
  • Commercial contracts, vendor agreements, employment contracts, etc.
• Key Stakeholders in CLM
  • Roles of legal teams, procurement, and business units in managing contracts.

Module 2: Stages of the Contract Life Cycle

• Contract Request: Identifying the need for a contract.
• Drafting: Creating the contract with standard terms.
• Negotiation: Revising terms until both parties agree.
• Approval: Internal review and authorization.
• Execution: Signing the contract.
• Performance: Monitoring compliance and obligations.
• Amendments: Modifying the contract if needed.
• Renewal/Termination: Deciding to renew or end the contract.

Module 3: Why CLM is Important

• Efficiency and Cost Savings
  • How effective CLM saves time and reduces risks.
• Ensuring Compliance
  • How CLM ensures adherence to laws and internal policies.
• Risk Mitigation
  • Identifying and addressing potential risks during the contract life cycle.

Module 4: Best Practices in CLM

• Centralizing Contracts
  • Importance of organizing contracts in a structured way.
• Clear Communication
  • Ensuring clear communication between all parties throughout the contract life cycle.
• Timely Reviews and Renewals
  • Tips for setting reminders and staying ahead of contract deadlines.

Module 5: Challenges and Solutions in CLM

• Common Challenges for Beginners
  • Lack of awareness of contract deadlines.
  • Misunderstanding contract terms.
  • Difficulty managing multiple contracts.
• Simple Solutions
  • Setting up regular reviews.
  • Communicating regularly with stakeholders to avoid missed deadlines.
  • Keeping contracts accessible and organized.

Module 6: Real-Life Examples of CLM

• Case Study 1: Contract Renewal Management
  • Example of a company successfully managing contract renewals without delays.
• Case Study 2: Contract Amendments
  • Real-life situation where effective amendment management saved a project.
• Case Study 3: Ensuring Compliance
  • How a company used clear processes to stay compliant with contract obligations.