Essentials of Transactional Practice Bootcamp
by Transactional Skills Program at the University of Miami School of Law
The Essentials of Transactional Practice Bootcamp is a comprehensive, hands-on program designed to equip legal professionals with the practical skills necessary for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts. Organized by the Transactional Skills Program at the University of Miami School of Law, this event is presented in partnership with the Corporate Counsel Committees of the Florida Bar and the Miami-Dade Bar Association, and is sponsored by SimpleDocs.
Participants will engage in interactive sessions covering key topics such as effective AI prompt structuring for legal tasks, understanding financial and insurance concepts relevant to legal practice, and mastering core contract clauses including representations, warranties, and indemnities. The bootcamp also features a keynote address by Laura Frederick, a leading expert on commercial contracts, who will share insights on avoiding common drafting pitfalls and building commercial judgment.
The event offers practical experiences through live negotiations, ethical discussions, and a closing session that consolidates key insights into actionable takeaways. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with peers, speakers, and mentors during a relaxed reception, fostering professional connections and collaborations.
This bootcamp is ideal for law firm attorneys, in-house counsel, contract managers, and law students seeking to enhance their transactional practice skills. By participating, attendees will gain confidence and competence in handling real-world contract scenarios, making them more effective and efficient in their legal roles.
Speakers(18)
Anthony Zolfo
Associate General Counsel at Apotex
Anthony Zolfo is the Associate General Counsel at Apotex, managing legal matters for the company.
Arya Attari Li
Assistant Vice President & Insurance and Claims Counsel at Lockton Companies
Arya Attari Li serves as Assistant Vice President & Insurance and Claims Counsel at Lockton Companies, specializing in insurance law.
Brad Jacob
Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Prevalon
Brad Jacob serves as Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Prevalon, managing the company's legal affairs.
Emmanuelle Subar Litvinov
Partner at Florida Entrepreneur Law
Emmanuelle Subar Litvinov is a Partner at Florida Entrepreneur Law, focusing on legal services for entrepreneurs.
Esther Ponce de Leon
Principal Attorney at NextEra Energy
Esther Ponce de Leon is the Principal Attorney at NextEra Energy, specializing in energy law.
Giacomo Bossa
Partner at Barakat + Bossa
Giacomo Bossa is a Partner at Barakat + Bossa, focusing on business litigation.
José A. Herrera Paez
Partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
José A. Herrera Paez is a Partner at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, specializing in commercial litigation.
Karen Wishart
Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer at Urban One
Karen Wishart serves as Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer at Urban One, overseeing administrative operations.
Krista Russell
Director, Legal – U.S. Supply Chain at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense Inc.
Krista Russell is the Director of Legal for U.S. Supply Chain at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense Inc., overseeing legal aspects of supply chain operations.
Laura Frederick
Founder & CEO at How to Contract
Laura Frederick is the Founder & CEO of How to Contract, a leading expert on commercial contracts with over 25 years of experience.
Marcia Narine Weldon
Director, Transactional Skills Program at University of Miami School of Law
Marcia Narine Weldon is the Director of the Transactional Skills Program at the University of Miami School of Law, focusing on practical legal education.
Melissa Ballesteros
Manager of AI & Legal Technology Adoption at Holland & Knight
Melissa Ballesteros is the Manager of AI & Legal Technology Adoption at Holland & Knight, specializing in integrating AI solutions into legal practices.
Michelle Pelletier
Founder at Veriflow Legal Solutions
Michelle Pelletier is the founder of Veriflow Legal Solutions, providing innovative legal services and solutions.
Pamela Bebry
Founder at Bebry Law
Pamela Bebry is the founder of Bebry Law, providing legal services in various practice areas.
Paul Berkowitz
Senior Practitioner in Residence at University of Miami School of Law
Paul Berkowitz is a Senior Practitioner in Residence at the University of Miami School of Law and a retired partner from Greenberg Traurig.
Richard S. Fechter
Associate Director of Forensic and Advisory Services at Berkowitz Pollack Brant
Richard S. Fechter is the Associate Director of Forensic and Advisory Services at Berkowitz Pollack Brant, with expertise in forensic accounting.
Riya Goel
3L and Member at Miami Law & AI Lab
Riya Goel is a third-year law student and active member of the Miami Law & AI Lab, focusing on the intersection of law and artificial intelligence.
Sherril Colombo
Shareholder at Littler Mendelson
Sherril Colombo is a Shareholder at Littler Mendelson, specializing in employment law.
Event Details
- Date
- November 15, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Miami, United States
- Lakeside Village
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Law firm attorneys, in-house counsel, contract managers, and law students.
- CLE Credits
- 9 General CLE credits, including 1 Ethics and 1 Technology credit, approved by the Florida Bar.