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L. Scott Oliver
Senior Counsel | Husch Blackwell LLPTrade Secret Litigation in a Competitive Economy: Enforcement Strategies, Digital Risks, and Emerging Trends | Live CLE Intellectual Property Webinar
Broadcast Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET) | On-Demand Available 24 Hours Later
Trade secret litigation has become increasingly complex in today’s competitive, innovation-driven economy, where proprietary information is often a company’s most valuable asset. As organizations face heightened risks from employee mobility, cross-border operations, and rapidly evolving technologies, disputes involving misappropriation and unfair competition are on the rise. Legal frameworks such as the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) continue to shape enforcement strategies, while courts grapple with emerging issues tied to digital evidence, remote access, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Understanding how to effectively protect and enforce trade secrets is critical for businesses seeking to maintain their competitive edge.
In this CLE webcast, L. Scott Oliver, Senior Counsel at Husch Blackwell, will deliver a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape of trade secret litigation. The discussion will explore practical enforcement strategies, key considerations in proving misappropriation, and the impact of digital risks on litigation outcomes. The speaker will also address evolving legal standards, recent case developments, and strategic approaches to mitigating exposure while strengthening trade secret protections.
What You Will Learn in this Webinar:
- Developing effective trade secret protection and enforcement strategies
- Navigating digital evidence, cybersecurity risks, and remote workforce challenges
- Key litigation trends and recent court decisions impacting trade secret claims
- Best practices for handling employee mobility and restrictive covenant disputes
- Practical insights on risk mitigation and safeguarding proprietary information
Why Attend This Webinar?
By attending this CLE Intellectual Property webinar, you will:
- Earn CLE credit online from the comfort of your office or home.
- Access both the live webinar and the on-demand recording at your convenience.
- Gain practical insights on sustainable well-being and work-life integration for lawyers, including strategies for managing stress, building resilience, optimizing daily routines, and fostering a culture of mental health and professional sustainability within legal practice.
- Fulfill continuing legal education requirements in a practical, engaging format tailored to legal professionals.
Agenda
L. Scott Oliver, Senior Counsel, Husch Blackwell LLP
Who Should Attend
- General Counsel and Legal Executives
- Chief Compliance and Risk Officers
- Intellectual Property and Patent Counsel
- Forensic Accountants and Litigation Consultants
- HR Leaders managing employee transitions
- Cybersecurity and InfoSec Professionals
- R&D and Innovation Leaders
- Executives in IP-intensive industries (Tech, Biotech, Manufacturing)
Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: General knowledge of trade secrets law
Course Code: | Total Credit:
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 1:00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1:00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1:00 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1:00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1:00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2024
Pending CLE Application:
MS, GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply:
AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the CLE processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements:
DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE:
AK, AZ, HI, IL
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take the Course" button if you have not already registered.
- Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
- Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
- Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
- Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
- On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
- Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.