Hotshot is a video-based learning platform for lawyers used by dozens of top law firms to support on demand learning and experiential training programs. Their short, practical videos cover corporate litigation, and business topics and they offer CLE in nearly all MCLE jurisdictions.
Current topic offerings include:
Accounting & Finance
Artificial Intelligence
Civil Litigation Basics
Commercial Lending
Commercial Provisions
Corporate Governance
Depositions
Excel & Data Analysis
Experts
M&A Basics
M&A Provisions
Microsoft Word for Lawyers
Motion Practice
Restructuring
Securities Offerings
Trial Practice
Venture Financing
In April 2024, Hotshot launced a "GenAI Fundamentals for Lawyers" Certificate. This certificate program gives lawyers an understanding of generative AI and large language models, covering key AI concepts and terms, the impact of GenAI on the legal industry and practical applications for lawyers. It also looks at the risks, limitations, and ethical concerns associated with LLMs, letting legal professionals better understand the opportunities and considerations involved in using GenAI in their practice.
In November 2024, Hotshot announced the launch of its M&A simulation, giving law firms the tools needed to run their own experiential M&A training programs for associates. The new offering addresses the growing demand from law firms in interactive, learning-by-doing training programs they can run themselves, ensuring a practical, firm-specific approach.
The simulation reduces the time and resource burdens that typically come with designing these programs from scratch and includes:
- A hypothetical company and transaction
- Assignments for junior and midlevel associates
- Deal documents and diligence materials
- Simulated Zoom kickoff calls where the associates are given the assignments
- Detailed planning guides to run a successful program
- Discussion prompts for partners so they can add their insights, share war stories, and teach their firm’s unique way of doing things
