Overview of what is legal risk and some possible consequences; e.g. claims against firm; inability to enforce agreements; reputational risk from legal difficulties.

Documentation and contracts: how to ensure adequacy; signing authorities; standard client terms; regular review; document retention.

Some particular situations: lending, security/collateral, derivatives.

Legal involvement in new product development

Being prepared for litigation, investigations and dawn raids – availability of legal advice, handling communications.

Protecting your business; confidentiality and intellectual property.

Guarding against employment claims.