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CMS
11/09/2022
291 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the transfer of IP rights in a wide range of jurisdictions.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: Global, Europe, Asia, South America, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Macedonia, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, European Union, Netherlands, United Kingdom
… have become an increasingly important asset not only for R&D and technology based companies but also for consumer … well as many other types of business of varying size. This is evidenced by a growing number of patent and trademark … change of description items (can be downloaded from the website of CNIPA), which should be submitted electronically …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/10/2017

This is a sample group sales agreement between a hotel and organization.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Hotel Group Agreement February 10, 2017 This is a sample group sales agreement between a hotel and … it will provide, and agrees that it will be responsible for [ORGANIZATION NAME] utilizing, [NUMBER OF ROOM NIGHTS] … employee rate programs, Advance Purchase Rates, 3rd Party Website Rates or existing agreements or pre-existing …
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Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
10/05/2022
9 pages

This article focuses on the second of the three principal types of transaction structures used in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), an Asset Purchase, and discusses specific issues and attributes of Asset Purchase deals, and in section III, reviews the common elements of Asset Purchase Agreements, the main transaction document used to put an Asset Purchase deal together. Following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS VI: ASSET … DEAL POINTS July 2022 I. Executive Summary This is the sixth in our series of advisories on Mergers & … (“M&A V”) are available with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on Lexology …
Program Materials
Peter Hughes, Nicole Ibbotson, Jason Smith
10/18/2016

Fantasy Sports has been in the headlines lately as states and the federal government grapple with the legality of this $2 billion industry. This panel will examine the legal framework around this industry that boasts approximately 60 million participants in the US and Canada alone.

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Source: Meetings
Region: Canada, United States
… Financial Services, Inc. InComm Overview Key Facts InComm is a private company with 1700 employees in 5 continents and … transfer of funds from unlawful gambling Carve out for fantasy sports “…an outcome that reflects the relative … Arizona, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana and Washington All online gambling is considered illegal Recent progress in
Articles
02/15/2023

Read about the Implications for in-house counsel of the US Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization in a selection of resources.

… Articles Implications for In-house Counsel of the US Supreme Court's Decision in … & Gray " Not so fast: HHS OCR warns that HIPAA applies to online tracking technologies ,"   Dec. 7, 2022, by Hogan … Caucus 8. State implications: *** " Washington State is Set to Expand Protection of Consumer Health Data ," April …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
12/17/2013

This 25-minute course explains the attorney-client privilege as it applies to our organization, as well as how to recognize and protect privileged materials and communications. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Forms, Policies, and Contracts Attorney-Client Privilege for Employees (USA) Author WeComply December 17, 2013 This … provider of ethics and compliance training. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2015
Even though the changes brought by the information revolution cannot be undone, it seems worthwhile to gain perspective on how the information revolution has changed the practice of law, and whether the changes are good, bad or neutral.
… Keep and build upon the technology solutions that work for you, and feel no qualms about discarding those that … Yes, technologically, the information revolution is in full swing, but in the legal field, we are experiencing … phones, laptops, scanners, portable media (USBs, etc.) and online file sharing. Respondents were allowed to submit open …
Program Materials
Bruce S. Klafter - Senior Director, Environmental, Health & Safety, Applied Materials, Inc.; Jessine A. Monaghan - Manager & Counsel Regulatory Programs, GE Advanced Materials; Mary-James Young - Senior Regulatory Counsel, Vectren Corporation
10/01/2004

607 - Best Practices in Tracking Environmental Law Worldwide

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Interest Area: Environmental
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 607:Best Practices in Tracking Environmental Law … http://uk.farnell.com/static/rohs/RoHS_Directive_Website .htm � Chemicals Policy …
Articles
Jack L. Foltz -- vice president and general counsel, Sunoco, Inc.
01/01/1999

Tips from ACC's past chairman of the board on raising the mundane label of compliance to the elevated status of exemplary corporate behavior.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Compliance is a Dirty Word Author Jack L. Foltz -- vice president and … to mci on par three hole FOUR LESSONS have four messages for you on compliance what you will and will not stand for … tive free enterprise system environmental excellence and com munity enrichment 42 ACCA Docket January/Februwy 1999 THE …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
This article will provide a simple overview of the main aspects of the GDPR, which is a substantial and complicated document (204 pages, 135 recitals, and 91 articles), and will focus on the practical aspects of compliance with it.
… a simple overview of the main aspects of the GDPR, which is a substantial and complicated document (204 pages, 135 … require a clear and unambiguous agreement to share data for special circumstances. The flight wasn’t bad, and the CEO … and Google, but also, potentially, to organisations with a website (accessible to EU residents) that has any sort of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2015
After experiencing how ACC membership could benefit her practice and career, Michelle Gustavson has eagerly shared the value of membership with her colleagues and friends. She explains why she has become a top recruiter — and how easy it is to encourage her in-house peers to join.
… why she has become a top recruiter — and how easy it is to encourage her in-house peers to join. Resource Details … association’s wide array of in-house resources, discounts for educational programs and a network of over 35,000 … me to join ACC. They highlighted the benefits of the online resources — sample forms and policies, articles, and …
Articles
CMS
10/10/2022
74 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules on marketing undertakings for collective investment in transferable securities in Europe.

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Region: Europe, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
… 70 3 The purpose of this guide is to provide a broad overview of the key elements of … Partner T +44 141 304 6112 E aidan.campbell@cms-cmno.com Karagh Gilliatt Partner T +44 131 200 7308 E … report, and (d) the KIID are always available on a website accessible to the FMA by electronic means and the FMA …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/18/2021
Video meetings are here to stay. Follow these tips to help your in-house colleagues stay engaged and supported.
… Source: ACC Docket … As remote working continues and online video meetings become more common, it is more important than ever that in-house counsel remain … impact is often lost. Confirming that setting aside time for social interaction is more important than work (for the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Zhong Lun Law Firm
07/11/2013

By using this LOI, a foreign investor can outline its intention to purchase all or part of the registered capital in a domestic Chinese company that is not listed and may have subsidiaries. An LOI is also often referred to as a heads of terms, term sheet or memorandum of understanding. The LOI China is drafted for a single buyer and a single seller. It includes legally binding provisions relating to the exclusivity of negotiations and costs, and assumes that a confidentiality agreement has already been entered into. It has been drafted from the perspective of the foreign buyer and assumes that Chinese law applies.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: China
… the registered capital in a domestic Chinese company that is not listed and may have subsidiaries. An LOI is also often … or memorandum of understanding. The LOI China is drafted for a single buyer and a single seller. It includes legally … drafting notes available online at: http://uk.practicallaw.com/6-520-5927 [ON HEADED NOTEPAPER OF BUYER] [NAME AND …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/03/2019
10 pages

Learn how to develop a strong training program that prevents misconduct, improves employee morale, strengthens alignment with core values and promotes ethical behavior.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
Audience: Legal Operations
… of our Definitive Guide to Ethics & Compliance Training is your first- step resource to help create cost-effective, … is constantly shifting. So, it can be a challenge for compliance professionals to articulate the magnitude of … four can be quantified? +1 866 297 0224 info@navexglobal.com www.navexglobal.com ABOUT NAVEX GLOBAL NAVEX Global’s …
Articles
Raymond L. Coss, Leah A. Dundon, and Julia Morton
11/01/2017
9 pages

Climate change is upon us, and in-house counsel are struggling to mitigate risk in a warmer world. As the society-at-large moves toward a low carbon economy, companies are increasingly looking to the legal department to assess and disclose its environmental impact. The future of sustainability is here, are you ready for what’s next?

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Interest Area: Environmental
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States, Global
… and Julia Morton November 1, 2017 9 pages Climate change is upon us, and in-house counsel are struggling to mitigate … related to EHS substantive areas. ray.coss@nissan-usa.com Leah A. Dundon is of counsel with Beveridge & Diamond, … adequately assess risk and compare companies. A company’s website and social media postings are now some of the most …
Articles
Practical Law
06/15/2017
31 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of restraints of trade, monopolies and abuses of market power in the European Union.

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Region: European Union
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … EU law, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … Description. The website has links to EU legislation, decisions of the …
Articles
Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
10/05/2022
11 pages

This article focuses on the third of the three principal types of transaction structures used in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Mergers, which means not a generic kind of business combination, but “statutory Mergers” executed pursuant to one or more states’ merger statutes, in which one company merges into another. Following the discussion are “Deal Points” on important considerations in the purchase or sale of a business: what to do, and what at all costs not to do.

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Region: United States
… a trial membership . … T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: www.kurtinlaw.com 1 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS VII: … MERGERS: DEAL POINTS July 2022 I. Executive Summary This is the seventh in our series of advisories on Mergers & … at the preceding links, with other M&A resources on our website at Kurtin PLLC Mergers & Acquisitions and on Lexology …
Articles
Damandeep Kaur and Nitin Suri
09/01/2017

In preparation for future innovation, in-house counsel should consider both the risks and the rewards of advancement to keep the company up to speed with the of the Internet of Things (IoT).

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: India, United States
… ■■ The future of the IoT. The Internet of Things (IoT) is expected to exacerbate the role that technology places on … objects uniquely addressable, based on standard com- munication protocols,” but are these protocols really … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/18/2016

This is a list of resources related to the session.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Social Responsibility - Resources October 18, 2016 This is a list of resources related to the session. Resource … for in-house pro bono. http:// legalexecutiveinstitute.com/the-rise-of-in-house-pro-bono/ • Corporate Pro Bono, “The … CPBO offers a number of resources on its website (www.cpbo.org), including the following: o The …
Articles
Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
37 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide to a Q&A that gives an overview of the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities in Hong Kong.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Hong Kong
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … http://uk.practicallaw.com/about/7-501-3536. This article is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to doing business … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
Articles
04/09/2014

This Opinion analyses the criteria set down in Article 7 of Directive 95/46/EC for making data processing legitimate. Focusing on the legitimate interests of the controller, it provides guidance on how to apply Article 7(f) under the current legal framework and makes recommendations for future improvements.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United States
… was set up under Article 29 of Directive 95/46/EC. It is an independent European advisory body on data protection … Justice, B-1049 Brussels, Belgium, Office No MO-59 02/013. Website: … framework. The package includes (i) a 'Communication' (COM(2012)9 final), (ii) a proposal for a general 'Data …
Articles
J. Martin Acevedo
10/01/2008

Starting a law department for an established company can seem like a daunting task. In this article, find out ways to make building and leading this endeavor easier and rewarding.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
… Martin Acevedo October 1, 2008 Starting a law department for an established company can seem like a daunting task. In … you can indeed deliver on the promises. “all I will need is a desk, a phone, a computer, and my files,” you say. Deep … or whether it should be incorporated as its own “mini” com- pany. Where applicable, you should register the law …
Elliot Burger and Thad McBride
11/01/2018

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States is becoming increasingly assertive and expansive in conducting reviews of foreign transactions in and involving the United States. Discover if your company will be affected and how you can prepare.

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Region: China, Russia, Singapore, United States
… The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States is becoming increasingly assertive and expansive in … of the company’s compliance program. elliot.burger@linamar.com Thad McBride is a member at Bass, Berry & Sims PLC … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Michael Geldart and Angela Humphrey
10/01/2019
6 pages

Looking to achieve growth capital? Consider private equity investments. Whether you’re a new or experienced investor, these tips will help you prepare for and manage these transactions and relationships.

… and other conditions change. Private equity investment is an option that should be considered by any company looking … in terms of private equity investment? Where does your com- pany fall within the market sector? Is your company … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
In today’s global and social media driven world, brands have become the currency of international trade. For in-house counsel, high quality brands provide a bond of trust with your client’s consumers. Ensuring that your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging. This is an issue all in-house counsel face. It is particularly challenging in the case of brand migration.
… brands have become the currency of international trade. For in-house counsel, high quality brands provide a bond of … your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging. This is an issue all in-house counsel face. … determine what the acquiring company is actually buying. It is also critical for planning purposes. Weaknesses …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/05/2024
Ransomware is changing — is your business ready? Learn key strategies for safeguarding your organization’s data. #DataGovernance #CyberDefense #CyberSecurity
… Docket Article Don't Let Your Company’s Reputation be Held for Ran$om Michael Moore Lea Kissner Merritt Baer Publication Date: 03/05/2024 Ransomware is changing — is your business ready? Learn key strategies … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Leremy / Shutterstock.com Did you know that ransomware operators take customer …
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Shawn Cheadle, Christopher W. Myers
and Kelly P. Garehime
10/01/2014

For items containing electronic parts there has been a rise in counterfeits. Recent regulations promulgated by the Department of Defense (DOD) address how to avoid procurement of counterfeits. Read this article if your company is a manufacturer or distributor of electronic parts.

… of counterfeits. Read this article if your company is a manufacturer or distributor of electronic parts. … member, frequent speaker and author. shawn.cheadle@lmco.com Christopher W. Myers, a partner at McKenna Long & … distributor lists, whether posted on the company website or in marketing materials. Even more confus- ing is
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/11/2023
Capgemini’s Johnathan Duffie, senior legal counsel, and Elizabeth Alejandra Hernandez, legal counsel, address the tension between obtaining consumer consent and complying with regulations. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by fedrunovan / Shutterstock.com The use of dark patterns Do you ever stop and think about … the most personal information. ” Imagine this: Company A is a retail company that receives 45 percent of its revenue … browsing the internet and stumbles across this retailer’s website which gives consumers the opportunity to “Accept all …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2015
A day in the life of Derek Holland, VP & General Counsel at Red Frog Events LLC in Chicago, IL, USA.
… Chicago, IL, USA 6:00 am Roll out of bed and head outside for a run.  I try to sneak in before the kids (five, three … . I answer one of the questions immediately and jump online to research the other before stopping by her desk with … discuss event staffing with our VP of people, whose office is next to mine. 3:30 pm Call with our insurance brokers to …
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