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Session Information (CLE Programs, Committee and Subcommittee Meetings): 


How far ahead of time should I log in to a session?

We suggest attendees log in to sessions 10 minutes prior to the start time to check connection and volume, as well as to receive the best live attendee experience with the chat feature. All sessions will begin on time. 

What is the presentation format? Will I need a Zoom account to access CLE Programs or Committee Meetings?

All CLE programs and committee and subcommittee meetings will be run on the Zoom platform.  A Zoom account is not required if you are strictly joining Zoom Meetings or Webinars as a participant. 

  • CLE programs will be held through Zoom Webinar. Zoom Webinar does not offer the attendee the ability to turn on their camera or microphone. 
  • Committee and subcommittee meetings will be helld through Zoom Meetings.

How do I join a session?

Find the session you are looking to attend in the “Schedule” tab. Click the title of the session and check for the “Join Session” button, which will appear once the session room has opened.

I joined the wrong session, can I change sessions?

Yes, you may switch between the sessions at any time during the live broadcast. Select “Leave Meeting” in the Zoom session you are in and go back to the Schedule to select the session you would like to join instead.

I logged into a CLE program early and I can’t see the video or chat once the session started. What should I do?

When you enter a Zoom webinar, you will be placed in a waiting room. If you still cannot access the session after the published start time, try refreshing your page. If you are still having trouble, please contact tech support directly through the blue circle “Live Chat” widget at the bottom right hand corner of the screen. Please note that the live help widget will be active at the following times: 

  • Wednesday, Sept. 22: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM CT
  • Thursday, Sept. 23: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM CT
  • Friday, Sept. 24: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM CT

How do I ask a speaker a question during a CLE program?

Questions should all go through the Q&A button on the bottom of the Zoom screen.

Is there a hard stop at the session end time if there are a lot of questions being asked?

Yes, there is a hard stop. Session rooms will be closed at the designated end time.

When will the recorded sessions be available?

CLE program recordings will be posted within 48 hours after the event.  They will be viewable for 30 days after the meeting.

Can I get CLE credit from the recordings?

CLE credit is not available for recordings posted on the meeting website. After the meeting, we will seek on-demand credit for recorded programs and we will alert attendees when that is available. 

How do I obtain my CLE Credits?

Please visit this page for more information.


Schedule Information

How do I find events?

From the Schedules page, use the filters on the right side of the schedule page to find events and customize your meeting experience.

How do I create my personalized schedule?

In the Schedule by Day, you have the ability to select the star next to each session.  Selecting the star will add them to “My Schedule”, which you will find in the Schedules drop down in the top navigation. You can also download a calendar invite to your Google, Outlook, or iCalendar and add it directly to your preferred calendar. 

What are the different schedule views?

From the Schedules tab on the top navigation, you can view:

·         Schedule by Day: This tab shows a full schedule view of all CLE programs, committee and subcommittee meetings, and special events. Use the tabs at the top to look at different days of the menu. Further refine your search by session type, day, committee, specialty topic, and practice area.

·         All Sessions: This tab shows an index view of all CLE programs, committee and subcommittee meetings, and special events. It can be filtered by session type, day, committee, specialty topic, and practice area.

·         All CLE Programs: This tab shows a pre-filtered index view of CLE programs. From there, you can filter by day, committee, specialty topic, and practice area.

·         All Committee Meetings: This tab shows a pre-filtered index view of committee and subcommittee meetings. From there, you can filter by day and committee.

·         All Special Events: This tab shows a pre-filtered index view of special events (receptions, encore events, special panels, and ceremonies).  From there, you can filter by day and committee. 

How do I use the filters?

From the schedule page, you can filter by the categories below to find the meetings and events most relevant to you:

Session: All events at VSAM are broken into three categories:

·         CLE Programs

           • Substantive programs that can be viewed live for CLE credit. 

·         Committee and Subcommittee Meetings

           • Substantive discussions covering specific business law topic areas or administrative discussions about the work of the group. They are open to all attendees and are an excellent opportunity for any member to get involved with the work of our committees and subcommittees. 

·         Special Events

            • Receptions and networking opportunities developed to help you round out your meeting experience. 


Committee: The Business Law Section is home to 50+ practice specific committees, covering almost every area of business law. Committees sponsor CLE programs, host substantive and administrative meetings, and receptions. Use this filter to find sessions sponsored by our committees. 

Specialty Topics: Find programs or events on a specific subject, for a certain audience, or in a special track. 

Practice Areas: The Business Law Virtual Sectional Annual Meeting covers almost every business law practice area. Narrow your search by using our practice area tag. Below, you will find a list of the eight practice areas and their subcategories to help you refine your CLE search!

·         Bankruptcy & Finance
 

  • Bankruptcy Law
  • Commercial Finance
  • International Law
  • Uniform Commercial Code


·         Business of Law
 

  • Diversity and Inclusion in the Profession
  • Law Practice Management
  • Pro Bono
  • Professional Development

·         Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution
 

  • Business Litigation
  • Dispute Resolution


·         Business Regulations & Regulated Industries
 

  • Antitrust Law
  • Banking Law
  • Consumer Finance
  • Employee Benefits
  • Energy Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Health & Life Sciences
  • Insurance Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Tax Law
     

·         Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships​​​​​​
 

  • Corporate Governance
  • Corporate Law
  • International Law
  • Limited Liability Companies
  • Nonprofit Organizations
     

·         Internet Law & Cyber-Security
 

  • Cyber-Security
  • Data Privacy
  • Digital Currency
  • Electronic Contracting
  • Internet Law
     

·         Legal Opinions & Ethics
 

  • Ethics
  • Legal Opinions
  • Professional Responsibility
     

·         Mergers & Acquisitions
 

  • Joint Ventures
  • Mergers & Acquisitions Law
     

·         Securities Law
 

  • Private Equity
  • Securities Regulation
  • Securitization
  • Venture Capital

 

What time zone is the event based on?

You can customize your time zone on all of the "Schedule" tabs and the "My Schedule" tab. To do this, please click on the word "Change" after the following sentence: 
"Times are displayed in (UTC-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada) (UTC-05:00 Daylight) Change."

If you are downloading invites to add to your personal calendar, they will be imported to your local time zone. 
 

Chat Help: 
 

How do I fill out my attendee profile?

Select the “Connect Now” button in the upper right corner of the site. You will be taken to a new page. Click on your name in the top left hand corner to build your profile. Enter your name, organization, job title, and LinkedIn profile. Please note that the field titled “What I’m Interested in chatting about” will display in the attendee directory, we suggest adding practice area interests, BLS position, or your role in the meeting. Then upload your headshot and you’re ready to network!

How can I chat with other attendees?

Select the “Connect Now” button in the upper right corner of the site. You will be taken to a new page. Click on your name in the top left hand corner to build your profile. You can select to “Show” or “Hide” yourself from the Attendee Directory. To view attendees, select the “Attendee Directory” in the bottom left hand corner. There you can browse attendees and send chat requests. After you’re connected, you can chat via message or video. 

When you are done in the chat area, select “Log Out” at the bottom to be taken back to the event platform. This will only log you out of the chat area, not the event platform.

How do I join an interactive discussion board?

Select the “Connect Now” button in the upper right corner of the site. You will be taken to a new page. Click on “Group Chat Topics” in the lower right corner, browse the discussion boards and click “Join The Conversation” to participate in the board. The board will appear on the left side of your screen. 

 

Technical Support: 
 

What are the technical requirements needed to access the virtual platform?

For the best experience during VSAM Meeting, please use Google Chrome, enable pop-ups on your browser, and do NOT connect through a VPN.

I am unable to hear any sound.

If you are unable to hear any sound at all, be sure your speakers are turned on and your audio volume within the live broadcast window is not muted or too low.  If you are in the session and are having audio difficulties, disconnect and reconnect your audio. If you are still having trouble, contact tech support directly through the chat widget found on the lower right hand corner of each page. Please note that the live help widget will be active at the following times: 
 

  • Wednesday, September 22: 8:00 AM –  6:30 PM CT
  • Thursday, September 23: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM CT
  • Friday, September 24: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM CT

I am having trouble with the video feed.

If you are having trouble with the video feed, or if you are not seeing any video at all during the time of the live stream event, try refreshing your browser. You can do this by clicking the circular refresh icon beside the URL or by holding down Ctrl+R buttons on your keyboard on a desktop/laptop. You may also try leaving the Zoom session and entering the session again.

The presentation slides or screen appear blurry.

If the slides or a speaker appear blurry at any point, it may be an internet connectivity issue. If you know that your connection is good, and after you refresh your screen, the images are still distorted, the issues are with the presentation’s connectivity. 

Successful video chat tips:
 

  • Allow Camera and Microphone permissions within your internet browser. 
  • Ensure you have a stable, strong internet connection.
  • Connect to your internet router via a hardwire connection such as an ethernet cable.
  • We recommend that you disable your VPN. 
  • Turn off other devices that could be using your internet connection; this includes disconnecting cell phones from the network, asking other people in the home to limit their use (especially for streaming services like YouTube or Netflix), etc.
     

I can’t log in to Zoom. 

If you are unable to connect to Zoom, it could be due to your VPN, Wi-Fi, or security settings.

How can I optimize my home internet for a better streaming experience?
 

  • Maximize your internet connection by connecting your computer by an ethernet cable directly from your internet router.
  • If you must use Wi-Fi, try and use the 5GHz network.
  • Wi-Fi works best when you are 5-8 ft from your router.
  • Give your router space to breathe by placing it in “free space”. This means not in a TV stand or behind the couch.
  • Check and tighten all cable connections, with your router and with your computer.
  • Give your router time to rest by turning it off for at least 10 seconds and restarting it. This will boost your internet speed by a few extra mbps.
  • Close out other apps on your device that are not essential to your live stream.
  • Disconnect other non-essential devices around your home (or office) that are connected to the internet: streaming devices, tablets, phones, video game systems, and/or smart TVs.

     

Business Law Staff Live Support: 
 

How can I connect with ABA Business Law staff?

You can speak directly with a BLS Staff member through the Business Law Section Live Staff Support Zoom Room by clicking on the “Support” tab in the top navigation and then selecting “BLS Staff Support”. Or send us a chat from the attendee directory. Staff are available for questions and assistance during meeting hours.  

 
 

Remo Tips and Tricks: 
 

Getting Started:

1.    Sign in! Set up your Remo account here. Follow the easy sign in steps below to join the party!

·         First time visitors: Set up an account by entering your name, email and a password

·         Returning visitors: Enter your email address and password. Click on “forget password” if you can’t recall this information. 

2.    Edit your profile! Think of this as the badge you would typically wear at a meeting!

·         Edit your profile by clicking the profile icon the upper right-hand corner of the window.

·         Add your photo, company name and job title so that other users have the info on hand.

3.    Try it out! Use this checklist to get your computer Remo ready.

Use this same log in for all events occurring in the Remo platform.

Joining the Party:

Once you enter an event hosted in the platform you will be assigned a table at random.

  • To move and look around, you must click and hold your cursor down on the screen
  • Simply double click on any open seat to move into a different booth
  • Click the “mic” and “mute” button to mute and unmute yourself


Remo works best on desktop or laptop computers and on the most updated versions of Safari, Chrome and Firefox. Internet Explorer is not supported. We have found that using a tablet such as an iPad does not work well, so please use a desktop or laptop if you can.

How do I join an event in Remo?

Each special event will be linked to the main meeting Schedule. Once you click on the event link, you will be brought to a welcome landing page. Click on “Join the event now!” and enter your username and password or sign up if you have not created an account yet do so now. You will then be let into the event! (note: if you click on the link prior to the start time, you will see a “Save me a spot” button, which just means you will receive a reminder email 15 minutes before the session begins).

How do I interact with others in Remo?

You can communicate via video as well as the chat feature. Once you are at your desired table, turn on your camera and mic (both at the bottom of the screen). You can use the chat feature (also located at the bottom of the screen) to message all attendees in the event, just the attendees at your table, or to privately message another attendee one-on-one.

How do I move from one table to another?

As soon as you double click on another table, you will automatically be placed at that table if there is a vacant spot. It is recommended that you let your table know you are leaving, then turn off your camera and mic. Once you have decided you want to be at the next table you click on, turn your camera and mic back on to join the video chat.

How do I make the video chat screens larger?

When you are chatting with your table, click “Tile View” to view all participants in an equal, larger format. If you want to view just one participant in the larger format, click on that participant after you are in tile view. You can also make one participant full screen. You can click “Back to Floor” if you want to resume back to viewing the floorplan while remaining in video chat.

How do I use a virtual background?

Click the inverted triangle next to your “Cam” button in your bottom menu toolbar. Select “virtual background.” Click to select one of Remo’s pre-set images. If you'd prefer using your own Virtual Background you can upload your own image as well, just click “Add Image”, and select an image file from your device. Check out a preview of what your camera will look like with the Virtual Background you've selected applied at the top of the screen. If you're happy with it, click “Save Changes”.

Are there troubleshooting resources?

Yes! Click here to view a list of troubleshooting resources.

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