Black Duck Legal Specialist Certification Course

Let Black Duck help you bring more value to your M&A clients. As you guide your clients through complex M&A transactions involving significant software assets, it's crucial to thoroughly assess the code they're acquiring. Identifying open source components in the target's software is vital to mitigating potential risks that could impact the deal's valuation. Sellers also benefit from understanding their code's open source issues before entering the M&A process. With extensive experience in conducting M&A-related software audits, Black Duck has helped numerous clients identify open source licensing and security risks. These clients often require expert legal guidance to negotiate and remediate effectively. This comprehensive course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to master the Black Duck approach to open source audits. You'll gain insights into: • The critical role of code scanning and software analysis in M&A due diligence • The growing importance of security in M&A transactions and how to address it • Strategies to add value by assessing and mitigating open source risks for your clients • What to expect from a Black Duck audit and the insights you'll gain from the report • How to partner with Black Duck to provide these audit services to your clients This course is specifically designed for law firms advising clients on M&A due diligence, although in-house counsel will also find it highly valuable. For more information or to address any concerns, please contact us at bdlegalcert@blackduck.com.