3-PART WEBINAR SERIES
Free to attend
CANADA CPD ACCREDITATION:
Law Society of BC: This program is accredited for 1.00 hour of CPD
Law Society of Ontario: This event contains 30 minutes of Professionalism Content
US CLE ACCREDITATION:
The Florida Bar: Approved for CLE credits: General CLE credits: 1.0, Technology CLE credits: 1.0
The State Bar of Texas: This program is accredited for 1:00 hour for CLE
North Carolina State Bar: Approved for 1.00 CLE hour
The State Bar of Georgia: Under consideration for CLE accreditation
In Association With
The LIF InFocus: Capital Markets series brings together thought leaders and innovators to distill the critical insights needed to thrive in the ever-evolving North American private equity and venture capital ecosystems.
Join us for immersive discussions on three vital focus areas for change in 2025: The Deal Horizon, Private Equity and VCs, and Mastering AI. Led by expert panelists at the forefront of the legal and business ecosystems, each session will offer crucial insight into mitigating risk and harnessing opportunity in a risk-on world.
themes + agenda
PART 1: THE DEAL LANDSCAPE | MARCH 25, 12:00PM ET
As the world adapts to new political administrations, trade disruptions, and changing economic conditions, the M&A landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. In 2025, dealmakers are navigating a market shaped by geopolitical tensions, shifting interest rate policies, and evolving valuation expectations. At the same time, sector-specific momentum and the rise of cross-border transactions are fueling opportunities for growth. This report provides a comprehensive snapshot of the current M&A environment, highlighting key drivers of change, the most active sectors, and regional variations shaping global deal flow.
This webinar examines:
The M&A deal horizon: How the M&A market is evolving in light of new political administrations, both in the US and globally, interest rates and cost of capital, the new tariff and trade playbook, and shifting valuation expectations.
Market overview: Insights into the most active sectors for deals in 2025 (tech, healthcare, financial services, etc.).
The state of global deal flow: including regional variations and the rise of cross-border deals.
PART 2 | FINANCING TRANSACTIONS IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE: NAVIGATING RISK AND
OPPORTUNITY IN A SHIFTING DEAL LANDSCAPE — July 24
As the commercial real estate sector navigates a period of economic uncertainty and shifting
investor expectations, capital markets professionals are being challenged to rethink how deals
are structured and funded.This discussion explores the key drivers, risks, and opportunities defining the future of
commercial real estate financing, and offers insights on using technology to adapt and thrive in
a rapidly changing market.● Drivers + trends: How are rising interest rates, inflation, and tightening credit markets
reshaping capital availability and asset valuation in commercial real estate?● Evolving deal structures: Exploring shifts in transaction strategies as dealmakers
adapt to market volatility and changing risk profiles● Alternative financing + capital sources: Examining the growing role of non-bank
lenders, private capital, and global investors in filling funding gaps and driving deal
momentum● Leveraging technology in dealmaking: How AI tools, data analytics, and digital
platforms can streamline the deal process for commercial real estate● Opportunities in the transaction landscape: Navigating sector-specific trends, and
preparing for the next 12 months to stay competitive in a dynamic commercial real estate
landscape
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PART 3: MASTERING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR TRANSACTIONS IN THE LEGAL SECTOR | Q3, TBC
AI in transactions: AI applications in closings, due diligence, document automation, and contract analysis.
Leveraging AI for compliance: How AI can streamline compliance and regulatory processes in M&A and investment deals.
AI ethics and regulation: Ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks for AI in legal business.
Future proofing and emerging trends: Opportunities and risks for law firms, in-house legal teams, and clients.
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