Financial Statements for Lawyers
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Analyzing financial statements has been a task traditionally performed by investment bankers and accountants. However, with accounting scandals threatening to erode confidence in corporate America, attorneys are taking on a prominent role in preparing and analyzing financial statements. This Continuing Legal Education (CLE/MCLE) course is designed to give attorneys a half-day overview of accounting techniques, their relevance, and problems associated with each.
Click here to download Chapter 1 of The Wall Street MBA by Telestrat President Reuben Advani
| 30 mins |
Accounting BasicsDouble Entry Accounting, Cash vs. Accrual, GAAP, Financial Statements |
| 60 mins | Balance SheetAssets, Liabilities, Owner's Equity, Sample Balance Sheet, Capital Formation Options |
| 60 mins | Income StatementElements Explained, Recognizing Revenue, Tracking Expenses, FIFO vs. LIFO, Links Between Income Statement & Balance Sheet, Depreciation |
| 60 mins | Cash Flow StatementSample Cash Flow Statement, Shortfalls of Cash Flow, Free Cash Flow |