Course Outline

I.   What is Due Diligence   
     A.  Securities offerings
     B.  Mergers
     C.  Legal Opinions
II.  Why conduct Due Diligence
     A.  Protect clients
     B.  Protect firm
     C.  Information tool
III. Conducting Due Diligence
     A. Know the client
     B. Understanding he matter/objectives
     C. Seek guidance
     D. Seek experts
     E. Timing
     F. Document reviews
     G. Check lists
IV.  Common mistakes

Note: This presentation qualifies for 1 hour general MCLE credit in PA and CA.
Applications are pending for 1 hour CLE credit in VA and DE.

RSVP by March 22, 2004

Please fax or email your reservation to Joe Maguire, Esq., CLE Coordinator
Fax: (202) 414-9299  

Questions?  Phone (202) 414-9484

Reed Smith LLP is an approved Pennsylvania and California MCLE provider.

Registration: 2:45-3:00 p.m. E.S.T.
Program: 3:00-4:00 p.m., E.S.T. / 12:00-1:00 p.m. P.S.T
Fee: $125 non-firm attorneys