Program Chair(s)
John Friedlan, BSc, MBA, Ph.D., FCPA, FCA,
Associate Professor, Ontario Tech University
“I need to understand financials to properly advise my clients (but I confess – I don’t!)”
For more than 20 years, OsgoodePD’s Financial Statements for Legal Professionals, led by Professor John Friedlan, has trained hundreds of legal professionals.
Legal work often involves providing advice that requires analyzing or interpreting financial statements. To protect your clients’ interests effectively, you need to develop a sound understanding of financial statements and accounts, along with how such financial reports are used.
Leveraging the latest technology and best practices in e-learning, this OsgoodePD eCourse breaks down complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner.
Comprised of short, practical multi-media modules referencing real-world examples, you will walk through sample financial reports and complete online exercises that test your understanding, analysis and interpretation of critical issues.
This self-paced program allows you to learn on your schedule and gives you the flexibility to revisit and repeat more challenging concepts.
Registration includes unlimited access to the course for one (1) year. Access includes downloadable, searchable materials comprised of valuable templates and precedents
What You’ll Learn
Program Director Professor John Friedlan reviews complex concepts in a clear and interactive manner. You will receive practical guidance on how to analyze and interpret a financial report, on key issues including:
Comprehensive overview of the financial reporting framework in Canada and its key components
Overview of the roles and responsibilities of the key players in the financial reporting process
An in-depth examination of key financial statement components
Clarification of accounting jargon and terminology
Red flags: tips and techniques to uncover hidden assets and liabilities
How to determine key financial ratios and evaluate a company’s performance
Understanding off-balance sheet items
How to interpret and analyze the Notes to Financial Statements
Who should attend
Legal professionals seeking a better understanding of financial records and key financial reporting issues, including:
Banking and financial services counsel
Corporate counsel
Insolvency and bankruptcy counsel
Litigation counsel
Charity and Not-for-profit counsel
Sole practitioners
In-house counsel
General counsel
Government lawyers
Family law practitioners
Andrea McEwan
Associate Litigation Lawyer, WEL Partners
“I thought the course was excellent. John Friedlan is a phenomenal instructor.”
Faculty
Course Instructor
John Friedlan, BSc, MBA, Ph.D., FCPA, FCA,
Associate Professor, Ontario Tech University
Program Overview
Register
This program was released on June 1, 2021 and is available to view anytime, at your own pace.
$847.50 + HST
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