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SUMMARY:VC and PE: From Law School to the Deal Table
DESCRIPTION:Click here to RSVP!
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/vc-and-pe-from-law-school-to-the-deal-table/
LOCATION:Alumni Reception Center\, 200 McAllister St\, San Francisco\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Staff,Faculty,Students
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SUMMARY:CEALS & CBL Present - Chinese Investment in the United States: Market Entry\, Compliance\, and Geopolitical Risk
DESCRIPTION:For over a decade\, China’s annual outbound investment has placed it among the top three sources of outbound investment globally.  Prior to the U.S.-China trade war\, the U.S. market was a top destination for Chinese investment.  As geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China rise\, the flow of new Chinese investment to the U.S. is slowing\, and Chinese firms are grappling with complex new legal\, business\, and regulatory challenges.  The Center for East Asian Legal Studies and the Center for Business Law are pleased to welcome a distinguished panel of practitioners and advisors to share current insights on the operation and challenges of Chinese firms in the U.S. market. \n\n  \nPanelists include Kevin Cao\, Partner at K&L Gates; Darlene Chiu-Bryant\, Executive Director of Global SF; Jenny Liu\, Partner at Pillsbury\, and Keliang (Clay) Zhu\, Partner at DeHeng Law Offices.  \nSponsors: Center for East Asian Legal Studies and the Center for Business Law\n\nThis event is open to the public.\n\nTime: 4:30 to 6:00pm on Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026 \nLocation: Alumni Reception Center at University of California College of the Law\, San Francisco. \nA reception will follow the panel. \n\n  \nRSVP here
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/ceals-cbl-present-chinese-investment-in-the-united-states-market-entry-and-compliance-in-an-era-of-rising-geopolitical-tensions/
LOCATION:Alumni Reception Center\, 200 McAllister St\, San Francisco\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Featured,Staff,Public,Faculty,Students,UC LAW SF Community,CEALS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T210554Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Exits Explained: IPOs\, M&A\, and the Lawyer’s Role
DESCRIPTION:What does it really mean for a startup to “exit”? From strategic M&A to IPOs and secondary transactions\, exits are defining moments for founders\, investors\, and counsel alike. This lunch-time panel brings together company counsel\, investor counsel\, and buyer counsel to unpack how exits actually work in practice\, with a particular focus on M&A transactions. The discussion will explore how incentives diverge among stakeholders\, how the exit market has evolved\, and where junior lawyers can add real value early in their careers. \nFrancesca Crisera Ruiz\, M&A Partner at Squire Patton Boggs (Hastings ‘04) \nHeidi Walas\, Corporate ECVC Partner at Gunderson Dettmer (Hastings ’07) \nJake Winton\, Associate General Counsel at 8VC (Hastings ’20) \nModerator: Professor Evan Epstein\, UC Law SF
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/startup-exits-explained-ipos-ma-and-the-lawyers-role/
LOCATION:Alumni Reception Center\, 200 McAllister St\, San Francisco\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Students,UC LAW SF Community,Academic Calendar and Holidays,Alumni,Staff,Public,Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T103252
CREATED:20260107T233922Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Law Firm: How JDs Build Careers in Global Business and Boardrooms A Conversation with Joe Hurd
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Joe Hurd\, JD (Harvard Law ’95)\, whose career shows how legal training can open doors far beyond traditional law practice. Joe began his career practicing corporate and securities law at Linklaters in London\, qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales. He then moved into the technology and startup world\, joining the founding teams of Friendster and VideoEgg (now SAY Media)\, and later leading international business development at AOL and Facebook. \n  \nJoe has also served in public service\, working in the Obama Administration at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Today\, he sits on the boards of three UK-based multinational companies: Lloyd’s of London\, Trustpilot Group plc\, and Hays plc\, and serves as an Operating Partner at SOSV\, a $1.5 billion global venture capital fund. In addition\, he is a Trustee of the Computer History Museum\, a member of the Executive Committee of the Harvard College Fund\, and Co-Chair of the Council on Foreign Relations’ Diversity Committee. \n  \nCome hear how a JD can be leveraged across law\, technology\, government\, venture capital\, and the boardroom\, and how to think strategically about building a non-traditional legal career. \n  \nModerated by Professor Evan Epstein\, Executive Director\, UC Center for Business Law; Adjunct Professor\, UC Law San Francisco \n  \nOpen to all UC Law SF students \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/beyond-the-law-firm-how-jds-build-careers-in-global-business-and-boardrooms-a-conversation-with-joe-hurd/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T133000
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CREATED:20251008T185013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T000243Z
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SUMMARY:Business Law Track for 1Ls and the CBL Scholars Program
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/business-law-track-for-1ls-and-the-cbl-scholars-program/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T123000
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SUMMARY:Crypto\, Compliance & Governance: A Conversation with Candace Kelly
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this CBL Lunch Speaker Series event featuring Candace Kelly ‘97\, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at the Stellar Development Foundation\, a non-profit organization that supports the development and growth of Stellar\, an open-source network that connects the world’s financial infrastructure. With extensive experience at the intersection of law\, technology\, and policy—including her leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Justice and Uber—Candace will discuss the rapidly evolving world of crypto and digital assets. \n  \nThis program will explore the legal\, regulatory\, and governance challenges facing blockchain and fintech companies\, offering insights into compliance strategies\, policy developments\, and the broader implications for corporate governance in Silicon Valley and beyond. \n  \nThe discussion will be moderated by Professor Evan Epstein\, Executive Director of the UC Center for Business Law SF. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from a leader shaping the future of crypto regulation and governance\, and to network with peers over lunch. \n  \nLunch will be provided. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/crypto-compliance-corporate-governance-a-conversation-with-candace-kelly/
LOCATION:200 ARC\, Alumni Reception Center\, 200 McAllister Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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SUMMARY:CBL Kick off & Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/cbl-kick-off-happy-hour/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T180000
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CREATED:20250124T005143Z
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SUMMARY:3rd VC-Backed Board Academy (VCBA)
DESCRIPTION:The VC-Backed Board Academy (VCBA) is a one-day executive education program exclusively tailored for directors of venture-backed private companies. The program offers a rare opportunity for investors\, founders\, senior executives\, and independent directors to connect\, learn\, and grow. Immerse yourself in a curriculum crafted by leading academics and industry experts\, designed to sharpen your strategic insights and amplify your board’s impact. \n  \nThe program is limited to board members of venture-backed companies\, including investors\, founders\, senior management\, and independent directors. If you’re an executive at a VC-backed company or a VC firm\, and have board-level responsibilities (ie GC\, CFO\, CCO\, Corporate Secretary\, etc) you may also qualify for this program. Admission to the program is open to qualified participants as determined by the program directors. \n  \nThis is an exclusive program with limited space. Qualified participants can apply below. \n  \nYou can read more about this program in this UC Law SF article. \n  \nPlease visit the VCBA website for more information. \nApply Here. \n  \nFor more information on our center\, please visit our page here. \n 
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/vc-backed-board-academy-prepares-startup-directors-to-drive-growth-and-innovation/
LOCATION:Cooley’s San Francisco Office\, 3 Embarcadero Ctr 20th Floor\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94111
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Featured,Staff,Faculty,UC LAW SF Community,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T133000
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CREATED:20250218T183934Z
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SUMMARY:Venture Fund Representation: Insights from Leading Counsel
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nThe first date will take place February 27\, 2025. \nThe Second date will take place March 26\, 2025. \nLunch will be provided in both. \n  \nMore information regarding speakers will be shared to all registrants as we near each date! \n  \nMARCH RSVP\n 
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/sp25-center-for-business-law-lunch-speaker-series-3/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T123000
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DTSTAMP:20260420T103252
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UID:10006251-1742992200-1742995800@www.uclawsf.edu
SUMMARY:Venture Fund Representation: Insights from Leading Counsel
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for this Spring’s Speaker Series! \nThe first date will take place February 27\, 2025. \nThe Second date will take place March 26\, 2025. \nLunch will be provided in both. \n  \nMore information regarding speakers will be shared to all registrants as we near each date! \n  \nFEBRUARY RSVP\nMARCH RSVP\n 
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/sp25-center-for-business-law-lunch-speaker-series/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T123000
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DTSTAMP:20260420T103252
CREATED:20250206T001339Z
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UID:10006128-1740659400-1740663000@www.uclawsf.edu
SUMMARY:Venture Fund Representation: Insights from Leading Counsel
DESCRIPTION:  \nFEBRUARY RSVP\n 
URL:https://www.uclawsf.edu/event/sp25-center-for-business-law-lunch-speaker-series-2/
LOCATION:333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck\, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center\, 333 Golden Gate Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Faculty,Students,Academic Calendar and Holidays
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