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Commercial & Business Law
Falconbury offers a wide-range of business and commercial law courses for the in-house lawyer that are presented both as public and in-house training courses, in order to fulfil all your (and your department’s) training needs.
Commercial agreements and contracts provide the foundation for businesses to operate and are fundamental to the success of a business. Without carefully constructed agreements, disputes and litigation are more likely. Whether you are looking to improve your legal drafting skills or simply keep abreast of the latest developments in international business law and best-practice.
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3-day Drafting Commercial Contracts
9-11 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 4 Mar 2026
A practical, interactive three-day programme designed to develop your skills to draft clear and concise commercial agreements. This comprehensive two-part programme focuses on delivering practical and applied training in the key drafting skills.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
3-day Mini MBA for In-house Lawyers
24-26 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 13 Jul 2026
Business skills are a completely different ball game from the technical role of practicing law, but in-house lawyers must have these skills to succeed in a business setting. This inspirational 3-day programme draws on the latest MBA thinking to focus on real issues confronting todays in-house legal departments.
4-day International Commercial Contracts School
23-26 Nov 2026 - London
This specially designed four-day seminar has been expressly developed to focus exclusively on the law and regulations governing business and contract law for cross-border contracts.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
5-day International Commercial Contracts School
18-22 May 2026 - Online webinar
This specialist five-day seminar has been expressly developed to focus exclusively on the law and regulations governing business and contract law for cross-border contracts.
Presented by Arun Singh OBE (bio)
Advanced Reinsurance Contracts and Disputes Masterclass
6 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 26 Nov 2026
An intensive one-day programme that focusses on the latest legal developments, advanced drafting skills and disputes best practice, as well as up-to-the-minute issues that will ensure watertight reinsurance contracts.
Advanced Understanding and Drafting Oil and Gas Industry Contracts
8 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 16 Nov 2026
This intensive one-day oil and gas industry contracts training course will bring you up to date on current practice and developments in upstream oil and gas contracts.
Presented by Scott Styles (bio)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and The Metaverse - an overview and IP perspective
11 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 May 2026
This high-impact masterclass explains the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse, and it covers the importance of intellectual property issues that arise from using them. It will bring you right up to date with the areas you need to know about to operate in today's world.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Metaverse: Intellectual Property (IP) and standards and policies
20 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 5 Nov 2026
This intense one-day event covers the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse, the policies and regulations that cover them, and the importance of intellectual property issues that arise from using them. It will bring you right up to date with the areas you need to know about to operate in today's world.
Best Practices for Doing Business with IP in China
14-15 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 9 Nov 2026
An in-depth look at the Chinese IP system and how to navigate the complexities of the patent and trade mark application and enforcement processes.
Blockchain and Non-Fungible Tokens: Understanding New Technologies and the Relevant Law
11 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 May 2026
Understand blockchain, NFTs, and smart contracts with expert legal guidance. Live online training covering technology fundamentals, legal issues, and business applications.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Business and Contract Law
10-11 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 7 May 2026
A two-day no-nonsense plain English practical course to get to grips with business and contract law for busy business executives.
Presented by Arun Singh OBE (bio)
Clinical Trial Agreements: Key Legal, Regulatory and IP Considerations for the EU and UK Markets
28 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 18 Mar 2026
This intensive half-day programme focuses on CTAs in the life sciences sector where legal, policy and IP considerations underpin this highly regulated area.
Presented by
Sarah Cowlishaw (bio)
and 4 more leading experts
Collecting Societies in Music, Film & TV
22 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 12 Nov 2026
Explore how collecting societies manage copyright and performers' rights across the music, film, and TV industries, including how royalties work.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Competition Law for the Pharmaceutical Industry
27 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
A one-day practical and interactive seminar focuses on everything you need to know about competition law and the pharmaceutical sector
Contract Law Update - the latest case law in practice
1 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 7 May 2026
This highly practical course has been developed especially for in-house legal teams, solicitors who are litigating or drafting, contract professionals and procurement officers.
Presented by Helen Swaffield (bio)
Copyright in Music, Film & TV
20 Jan 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 7 Jul 2026
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of copyright in the music, film and TV industries, covering key aspects such as ownership, infringement and international agreements.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Creative Commons for Business: Mastering Open Content Licensing in the Digital Economy – IP Traps and Opportunities
22 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 12 Nov 2026
Master Creative Commons licensing to transform your creative content into strategic business assets, unlock new revenue streams, and build competitive advantages in the digital content economy. Avoid getting sued by accident!
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Drafting and Negotiating International Agency and Distribution Agreements
29-30 Jun 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 10 Dec 2026
Drive success in international deals by strategically managing the legal and commercial aspects that matter most in your agreements.
*INCLUDES: Practical and interactive exercises*
Presented by Michala Meiselles (bio)
Drafting Commercial Contracts
3 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 Oct 2026
A practical and interactive programme to develop your skills to draft clear, concise commercial agreements. This comprehensive programme focuses on delivering practical and applied training of the key drafting skills
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Drafting Commercial Contracts for the Pharmaceutical Industry
12-13 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 May 2026
A two-day practical and interactive seminar focusing on current contract drafting, negotiating, best practice and related issues within the pharmaceutical, biotech and life sciences sectors.
Presented by
James Agnew (bio)
and 9 more leading experts
Drafting International Commercial Agreements in English
11-12 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 10 Nov 2026
The complete guide to drafting clear and concise commercial agreements in English for international lawyers. Presented by an expert linguist with extensive experience in commercial law.
Presented by Alan Simmons (bio)
Drafting International R&D Collaboration and Joint Venture Agreements
9 Jun 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 11 Dec 2026
Ensure clear, structured, risk-free collaborative R&D and joint venture agreements for maximum commercial success in one intensive day.
Presented by Richard Brady (bio)
Drafting Renewable Energy Contracts: Clearer Terms, Stronger Projects and Better Outcomes
4-5 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 24 Sep 2026
Transform your renewable energy contracts with clearer terms and stronger risk allocation. Covering drafting, negotiating, dispute resolution and ESG compliance.
Presented by Chris Lennon (bio)
Drafting Specifications and Scopes of Supply: Strong Legal Foundations Lead to Commercial Success
17 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 17 Sep 2026
Interactive specification drafting workshop: practical exercises, real-life case studies and expert guidance to eliminate ambiguity, manage risks proactively, achieve optimal value and optimise contracting relationships.
Presented by Catherine Hurst (bio)
Drafting Winning Proposals for Legal, Commercial and Strategic Excellence
26-27 Jan 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 7 Jul 2026
Learn to draft clear, compelling proposals that serve as both legal offers and persuasive sales tools - capturing pricing, contractual obligations, and showcasing alignment with customer needs and competitive advantage.
Presented by Catherine Hurst (bio)
Electronic and Digital Signatures - understanding the law and best practice
12 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 22 Apr 2026
In today's world there are increasingly more virtual ways to sign documents - or are there? This webinar will bring you up-to-date on the legal aspects and best practice of using digital signatures.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Essential Skills of the High Achieving In-House Lawyer
13 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 25 Sep 2026
This in-house lawyer training course is a highly focussed one-day event that has been specially designed to give in-house lawyers the essential skills they need to succeed as a valuable and integral part of their organisation.
Presented by Helene Russell (bio)
GDPR: Compliance, Current Hot Topics and Focus on DSARs
12 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 13 May 2026
There are many pitfalls to avoid when dealing with data protection compliance and DSARs. This Masterclass will bring you fully up to speed with the latest information in this complex area.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
GDPR: Legally Processing and Sharing Data and Managing Data Breaches
13 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 17 Nov 2026
Dealing with data can be a legal minefield in any business. This webinar will bring you right up to date with how you can legally process and share data, and help you understand and manage a data breach.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Influence, Lead, Persuade and Negotiate: A Workshop for Driving Results in Legal Practice
13-14 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 14 Oct 2026
Boost your impact and influence with expert-led training in leadership, negotiation and influence. Gain practical tools for immediate application with personalised coaching to identify your strengths and overcome challenges.
Presented by Arun Singh OBE (bio)
International Data Transfers & the Data (Use & Access) Act: ICO Guidance, BCRs, SCCs, and International Data Transfer Agreement
2 Jun 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 1 Dec 2026
Master the complex rules governing international transfer of personal data and understand the requirements of the EU GDPR and the UK GDPR. Navigate UK/EU compliance (including SCCs v IDTA and TIAs v TRAs).
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Key Current Issues and Best Practice for Managing Reinsurance Claims
30 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 8 Oct 2026
An intensive course focusing on both the perennial and developing issues in the claims management arena
Presented by
Liam Bedford (bio)
and 5 more leading experts
Legal Writing and Drafting Skills for Commercial and Contracts Managers
29 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 2 Oct 2026
This course will empower commercial and contracts managers to navigate legal writing and contract drafting complexities with knowledge and confidence.
Presented by Alan Simmons (bio)
Liabilities, Damages and other Contentious Issues in International Commercial Agreements
4-5 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 16 Mar 2026
This course will give you an enhanced understanding of the detailed law of damages and liabilities for the purposes of negotiating and drafting international contracts governed by English law.
Presented by Arun Singh OBE (bio)
Managing and Evaluating Bids and Tenders
21-22 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 5 Nov 2026
This programme will show you how to prepare and evaluate bids and tenders and how to submit proposals in response to a tender.
Presented by Manoj Nair (bio)
Managing Competition Law Compliance: Protecting your Business from Legal Pitfalls
29 Jan 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 2 Jul 2026
Master competition law compliance in both digital and traditional markets to maximise opportunities whilst protecting your business from legal pitfalls, repetitional damage and director disqualification.
Presented by Michala Meiselles (bio)
Managing Risks as a Corporate In-house Lawyer
20 May 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 30 Nov 2026
This half-day webinar will take you through the essentials of identifying and managing risks within your business. It will give you the knowledge and skills which are essential to your role as an in-house lawyer.
Presented by Olivier Corticchiato (bio)
Mastering Confidentiality Clauses and NDAs in Commercial Contracts
25 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 Jan 2026
Are you fully up to date with how to protect your company's assets through well-drafted confidentiality clauses and NDAs?
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Mastering Negotiations for International Lawyers: Strategy, Psychology and International Context
5-6 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 9 Jul 2026
A highly interactive course, especially designed for in-house counsel and private practice lawyers, covering both theory and practical skills to develop negotiating knowledge and techniques to achieve the best outcomes
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Mediation and Dispute Resolution for In-house Lawyers
20 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 5 Oct 2026
Mediation has a high degree of success - if the process is handled correctly. Are you up to speed and able to avoid going to court or arbitration?
Presented by Roger Levitt (bio)
Music Licensing in Business Premises: A Practical Look
21 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 2 Jun 2026
Master music licensing essentials through real industry documents. Led by expert lawyer Mark Weston, this 90-minute session offers a practical look at music licensing in business premises.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Navigating Insurance Clauses in Commercial Contracts
3 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 29 Jun 2026
Understanding insurance clauses in commercial contracts and how they relate to managing business risk is crucial
Presented by Manoj Nair (bio)
Navigating Term and Termination Clauses in Commercial Contracts
25 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 2 Jun 2026
If not handled correctly, contract terminations can lead to significant legal exposure. Are you fully up to speed with term and termination clauses and their implications?
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Negotiating and Drafting IT Contracts
18-19 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 24 Mar 2026
Understand IT complexities to draft effective agreements and manage risks. This programme covers cloud computing, SaaS, software licensing, and AI contracts. Interactive format with real-world case studies and group exercises.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Ownership and Control of Intellectual Property Rights
2 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 9 Jun 2026
In one intensive day learn how to protect and exploit your intellectual property rights for maximum commercial benefit.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Proposal Writing and Costs Benefit Analysis Workshop
12-13 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 23 Sep 2026
Proposal writing is fundamental to the success of any business; enhancing your proposal writing skills will make you more valuable to your organisation
Presented by Manoj Nair (bio)
Protecting IP on the Internet
14 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 7 Oct 2026
This webinar covers the key issues you need to be aware of to adequately protect your intellectual property rights on the internet whilst, at the same time, complying with data protection laws.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Renewable Energy Law and Regulation: Legal foundations for the renewable energy era
29-30 Jan 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 2 Jul 2026
This indepth course covers the key challenges of evolving renewable energy laws and regulations that are impacting both developed and developing countries on the quest for net zero.
Presented by Chris Lennon (bio)
Reviewing and Negotiating Technology Transfer and Licensing Agreements
28-29 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 12 Oct 2026
Providing key legal and commercial knowledge essential to secure a successful agreement.
*INCLUDES a review of the New Block Exemption governing Research & Development Agreements and the New Block Exemption governing Vertical Agreements*
Presented by Michala Meiselles (bio)
Strategic Commercial Contract Negotiation: Build Value, Minimise Risk and Strengthen Relationships
16 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 16 Sep 2026
This highly interactive course will transform your approach to negotiations to realise greater commercial success, strengthen relationships by developing a partnership approach to risk management, and achieve win-win outcomes
Presented by Catherine Hurst (bio)
Strategic Supply Chain Risk Management: From Vulnerability to Resilience
8-9 Jun 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 10 Dec 2026
Transform your supply chain from being potentially your biggest vulnerability into your strongest competitive advantage. Because in today's economy, the best defence is a great offense
Presented by Catherine Hurst (bio)
The Complete Contract Managers Toolkit: From Contract Drafting to Risk Mitigation
15-16 Apr 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 14 Sep 2026
Expert-led contract management training covering legal requirements, commercial considerations, governance and risk management for optimal project outcomes. Proactively manage your contracts, anticipate risks and resolve problems before they become critical.
Presented by Catherine Hurst (bio)
The New UK Data (Use and Access) Act
1 Dec 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 20 Jan 2026
This comprehensive session unpacks the many implications of the new Act’s key provisions, their impact on legal practice and data management, and what businesses need to do to ensure compliance
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Understanding and Drafting Exclusion and Limitation of Liability Clauses
25 Nov 2025 - Online webinar
Also on: 14 Apr 2026
A deep-dive into what exclusion and limitation of liability clauses are, how and why they work and how to put them in place.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Understanding and Drafting IT Contracts: Legal Foundations for a Digital Future
24-26 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 13 Oct 2026
This comprehensive course will equip you with the practical and legal knowledge to draft, analyse and future-proof your IT agreements. Includes a special focus on AI.
Presented by Mark Weston (bio)
Understanding and Drafting Oil and Gas Industry Contracts
6 Feb 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 17 Sep 2026
An intense one-day programme focussing on the knowledge and skills needed to draft and negotiate contracts in the Oil and Gas Industry
Presented by Scott Styles (bio)
Understanding the Reinsurance Industry
18-19 Mar 2026 - Online webinar
Also on: 15 Sep 2026
An intense but practical two-day programme that will enhance your knowledge of how the reinsurance industry works, how your role impacts the business, and give you a greater understanding of the industry's purpose and function.
Presented by
David Brackenbury (bio)
and 3 more leading experts