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Lloreda Camacho
11/06/2014

This Quick Overview focuses on the way Colombian regulators have included the principle of accountability in the late regulation on data protection and the way such principle should be applied.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Colombia, United States
… and the access to information. Now, when that regulation is in force, it becomes important for the companies, data controllers and data processors to be … - http://www.informationpolicycentre.com/accountability-based_privacy_governance/ - …
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Gustavo Tamayo, Partner, Juan Sebastian Peredo, Senior Associate, and Andrea Torres, Junior Associate
09/14/2016

This Quick Overview provides an overview of the most recent developments in Colombian legislation regarding the emergence of financial services through virtual platforms under the technique known as fintech, especially the regulation on crowdfunding.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Colombia
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles One Step Closer to Regulating Crowdfunding in Colombia Author Gustavo Tamayo, Partner, Juan Sebastian … in order to develop a legal framework in Colombia for crowdfunding.   Technological innovation schemes: Fintech … are offered to the customers of the financial business is increasing rapidly. These innovative financial techniques …
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Stephanie W. Fields - senior vice president and general counsel, Classic Residence by Hyatt; Richard F. Ober, Jr. - vice president, general counsel and secretary, TerraCycle, Inc.; Denise A. Norgle - vice president and general counsel, TransUnion LLC; Kathleen A. Metzger - independent legal consultant, Madison, WI
05/01/2006

This Hands On will offer some tips on how to thread your way through the maze to focus on the most critical areas of risk management.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… privately held, so there’s a good chance your client is not legally required to implement certain risk management … are available in ACC’s Virtual Library, at www.acca.com/am/05/ cm/211.pdf. (This sample plan has been provided … Program for 2004 12 RM08-03 5 Develop Risk Management Website 13 RM09-03 5 Coordinate Loss Control/Risk Management …
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Paul S. Rutter and Josh Leonard
11/01/2010

As the commercial real estate market begins to recover, the current tenant-friendly environment may begin to shift. However, there is still time to maximize your economic position under the current market dynamics by understanding several basic key issues. Recognize how your company can fortify an advantageous position today, rather than wallow in regret tomorrow.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… environment may begin to shift. However, there is still time to maximize your economic position under the … audit claims. Rutter can be contacted at prutter@tpgre.com. JOSH LEONARD, partner, Deloitte Financial Advisory … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Lauren Bruzzone, Rebecca Hanovice, and Richard W. Goldstucker
09/01/2016

Over the past 20 years, the number of patent litigation cases filed has increased sharply. At the same time, sky- high monetary demands and extraordinarily large awards for patent infringement have become more common. Fortunately for defendants, recent court decisions, changes in the federal rules, and proposed and enacted legislation provide new tools to combat such claims.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… or device, the plaintiff has to prove infringement — that is, the plaintiff must prove that the product contains each … development agreements, and acquisitions. bruzzone@us.ibm.com Rebecca Hanovice is senior intellectual property and … ttrpldcus.cfm ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Thomas A. Haag and Rolf J. Haag
06/01/2018

This brief overview (QuickCounsel) shows the potential impact of bockchain on the mechanics of information exchange in bio/pharma Research and Development, and how this will change how we approach legal issues of intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer.

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Source: Resource Library
Collection: Blockchain
Region: Global
… immutable ledger transaction recording technology itself, is emerging as one of the key aspects of Bitcoin's value … technology is a new type of auditable database technology for tracking all kinds of transactions. It represents a … of DecentralizedApplications ("DApps") which enable online execution of "smart" contracts, e.g., Non-Disclosure …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2020
Julisa Edwards’ in-house career has been intertwined with nonprofit conservation work for over a decade. She has lent her legal expertise to protecting the Earth’s resources from the forest to the sea, and now, as general counsel at the Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust, for the protection of wildlife habitats around the globe.
… has been intertwined with nonprofit conservation work for over a decade. She has lent her legal expertise to … of its kind in the country. Julisa proudly shares that it is still in place ten years later. Also with the Nature … that it’s pivotal to understand your role. “Are you buying or selling something? Is it going to be a long-term or …
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Noerr LLP, a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016
42 pages

This comprehensive guide provides an overview of key legal and regulatory aspects of doing business in Germany. This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series which provides general information about legal and business infrastructures in jurisdictions around the world.

… aspects of doing business in Germany. This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Germany Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Noerr LLP … in Germany and general investment conditions. The BMWi website (www.bmwi.de/English/Navigation/root.html) provides …
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Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Cayman Islands
… 19, 2014 "the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals" Resource Details Interest Area: … Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/25/2018
Inside Voice is a new column featuring articles authored by the leaders of ACC's legal services. Here, they reveal insight on the pressing trends affecting in-house legal practice and corporate legal departments across the globe.
… J. Moynihan Publication Date: 01/25/2018 Inside Voice is a new column featuring articles authored by the leaders of … the tools offered in the increasingly busy marketplace for advanced legal technology. With that progress in mind, I … and data-driven services to share with ACCDocket.com their perspectives on smart shopping, trying, and buying. …
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Huron Legal
08/08/2011

This InfoPAK examines the current state of legal hold programs and highlight the new “starting line” for companies considering building a program or enhancing an existing one.

… Legal Hold Fundamentals and the New "Starting Line" for Legal Hold Programs Author Huron Legal August 8, 2011 … 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … building a program or enhancing an existing one. It is divided into two sections. The first section focuses on …
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Foley & Lardner LLP
08/17/2022
32 pages

Check out this resource developed by Foley & Lardner LLP that focuses on the top seventeen trends for the health & life sciences sector in 2022.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Care & Life Sciences Sector Top Trends for 2022 FOLEY.COM https://www.foley.com/en/ 2 Health Care & Life Sciences … Psychedelic Renaissance Surprise Billing and Transparency Is Hospital Care at Home Here to Stay? Telemedicine Startups … patients (or vice versa). Health-care companies now use website data analytics and advertising tools built for
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Global Legal Group
05/01/2024
234 pages

This guide covers common issues in project finance laws and regulations including security, bankruptcy, restrictions, insurance, and arbitration.

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Region: Cyprus, Egypt, Finland, Germany, Ghana, Greece, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Portugal, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Zimbabwe
… Edition 2024 Project Finance Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … +44 207 367 0720 customer.service@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. … and the EU Commission acknowledged it and published on its website an EU taxonomy navigator11 offering four tools to …
Mark Roellig
11/01/2019
2 pages

Throughout your career, you'll undertake a variety of roles from team member to C-suite leader. Cultivating these traits will help you thrive in each one.

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Collection: Leadership Skills
… Career Path: 5 Attributes for a Successful Career Author Mark Roellig November 1, 2019 … either for a team or a project. And then, for some, there is the role of manager — the person who makes the ultimate … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Mark Roellig RETIRED PREVIOUSLY GC OF FOUR FORTUNE 500 …
Peer Practice Examples
12/11/2009

Womble Carlyle's solutions to two client problems involved alternative fee arrangements. This Value Practice resource details these two scenarios and their solutions.

… Womble Carlyle’s Solution: A Quality-Focused Team for Document Review on a Fixed Fee + Optional Bonus In the …  Burden of working efficiently is shifted to the law firm; to make a profit, the law firm … Chief Client Development Officer (703) 394-2242 sbell@wcsr.com … Womble Carlyle's solutions to two client problems …
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Richard C. Stewart II - Chief Counsel of Intellectual Property, International Paper Company<br />Neil N. Rosenbaum - Proposal Operations Manager, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP <br />Kenneth R. Schaefer - Intellectual Property Lawyer, Private Practice
01/01/2004

This article takes you through each stage of the comprehensive outside counsel selection process. It identifies issues and recommends certain courses of action that legal departments should include in their planning for each stage of the selection process.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… most important elements for ensuring a successful process is prepara- tion. Failure to sufficiently plan and prepare … strategies. He is available at Rich.Stewart@ipaper.com. Neil N. Rosenbaum is proposal operations manager at Akin … 2004 International Paper used the consultant com- pany’s website as a central point of communication with the law …
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Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Denmark
… 19, 2014 "the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals" Resource Details Interest Area: … Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal …
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Donald A. Cohn -- Lawyer, EI DuPont de Nemours & Co. Inc.; Jonathan P. Armstrong -- Lawyer, Eversheds LLP; Bruce J. Heiman -- Partner, Preston Gates Ellis & Rouvelas Meeds LLP
05/31/2006

A stolen company laptop these days is much more than a nuisance, if customer information resided on the computer. The law in this area is fast-developing, with different schemes evolving in California, other states, and throughout Europe. Learn what advice to give your clients in the case of identity theft, what further actions they should take, and whether there is a difference between the practical business actions and the legally required actions when their databases are breached and customer information is stolen.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Germany, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Norway, Spain, United States
… Meeds LLP May 30, 2006 A stolen company laptop these days is much more than a nuisance, if customer information resided … and the customers’ passwords for your company’s ecommerce website. My 26ACC Docket June 2006 US Legal Standards … of the bills would impose notice requirements only on com- panies that own or license private data. The fourth bill …
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Michele S. Gatto
09/01/2001

Shepherding a smooth transition during a merger isn’t easy, but it is possible. Find out how in this insightful article.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… a smooth transition during a merger isn’t easy, but it is possible. Find out how in this insightful article. … cultural change. • Foreseeing and addressing problems with com­ munication. • Retaining valued customers. CEOs who want … confidential toll-free hotlines, and company- sponsored website bulletin boards, for venting, ask­ ing questions, and …
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Dentons
04/04/2022
2 pages

In this brief overview, learn key employment law issues businesses should consider before using the metaverse.

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Region: Global, European Union, United Kingdom
… Articles The metaverse – is this the workplace of the future? Author Dentons April 4, … +44 20 7246 7659 M +44 7500 952147 virginia.allen@dentons.com Your Key Contacts © 2022 Dentons. Dentons is a global … the metaverse. This article was first published on the website of  Dentons  on February 28, 2022. … Dentons … In
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ACCA
10/01/2002

Hear from founders and current leaders on why ACCA was founded, what we've accomplished, and the new challenges yet to tackle.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… October 2002 iCCA'S MISSION To providfe an organization for tlie promotion and improvement of the common business … membership numbered 2,400 in-house counsel. THE KEY IS NETWORKING ACCA/GCCA's structure was inspired, the model … to share infor­ mation, and its most powerful tool is ACCA Online^". Members can tap into a wealth of data: Krebs forms, …
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Eversheds Sutherland
07/09/2022
25 pages

Learn about sanctions taken against Russia by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and Switzerland.

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Region: European Union, United Kingdom, Switzerland, United States, Australia, Japan
… imposed further sanctions in respect of Belarus and it is expected that the UK and EU will do the same. The … reports there could be criminal sanctions). The intention for further restrictions is being communicated by the EU, UK … respect of these measures and will be published on OFSI’s website. 28 February 2022 European Union Following a series …
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Peter Connor
07/01/2017

Today’s in-house counsel are constantly pressured to do more with less. Enter the T-shaped lawyer — a legal professional with deep-seated experience in one discipline, and basic knowledge in a wide-range of other disciplines.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Traditional legal skills are no longer sufficient, and it is essential to develop “non-traditional” business skills … gap. To address that issue, the report recommended that com- panies should actively develop more T-shaped … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Rodolfo Rivera
11/01/2012

International real estate procurement can often require the use of local counsel. There is no standardized process for conducting title searches and, therefore, investors should consider multiple legal opinions as to the status of a title. Learn more about overseas real-estate deals, and how to eliminate risks during the acquisition process.

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Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… can often require the use of local counsel. There is no standardized process for conducting title searches and, … He is fluent in English and Spanish. rodolfo.rivera@fnf.com 82 ASSoCiATion oF CorPorATe CoUnSel reAl eSTATe dUe … ACC hAS More MATeriAl on ThiS SUBjeCT on oUr weBSiTe. viSiT www.ACC.COM, where yoU CAn BrowSe oUr …
Articles
10/18/2016
36 pages

In this article, explore three clusters building on the 1980 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Privacy Principles: protection and security, accountability, rights and responsibilities for using personal data. This document captures some of the key outcomes of the dialogue.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… I’m convinced this longing to balance, this urge to climb is ingrained in all of us. ‘‘ ‘‘ —Philippe Petit, High Wire … 3 and Appendix for further case studies). 6 www.fitbit.com 7 http://www.nike.com/us/en_us/lp/nikeplus-fuelband … be applied to engaging the individual not just to make the website look better. While it may be impossible to completely …
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Practical Law Company
12/03/2014
30 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of the lending mark, forms of security over assets, special purpose vehicles in secured lending, quasi-security, negative pledge, guarantees and loan agreements in the Netherlands.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Region: Netherlands
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … for security interests; problem assets over which security is difficult to grant; risk areas for lenders; structuring … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
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CMS
11/09/2022
1 pages

Learn 11 legal issues UK contractors should pay attention to in 2022.

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Region: Europe, United Kingdom
… Safety Bill The Building Safety Bill (England and Wales) is expected to come into law during 2022. It will have wide … Editor: Kathryn Moffett E: kathryn.moffett@cms-cmno.com … Learn 11 legal issues UK contractors should pay … to in 2022. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on January 11, 2022. … CMS … Learn 11 legal …
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Alex Teijeira, Chris Pibus, David Pamenter
01/01/2010

That first year as general counsel can be pretty rough. But when it comes to Canadian law, there are some things you don't have to learn the hard way.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada
… legislative and political process. as a result, there is no singular document known as the canadian constitution. … legislative authority in Canada. Members of the House of Com- mons (known as Members of Parliament, or MPs) are … in competition law by visiting the Competition Bureau’s website periodi- cally at …
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Charles L. Glick and Alan S. Nemes
03/27/2009

Does your legal department have an ad hoc or crisis management approach to trademark issues? Don't use insufficient resources to protect your company's marks. Read this article and learn how to develop and implement a trademark management program.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… are already in production and because this sentence is just a descriptive tagline, it doesn't merit fur­ ther … customers. He is available at charles_^glick@bankone.com. Alan S. Nemes is a partner in the firm of Blackwell … marks: advertisements, promotions, pho­ tos of signage, website pages, and so forth. • Trade dress, designs, or …
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CMS
11/03/2022
4 pages

Learn about January 2022 developments relating to the marketing of cryptocurrencies in the United Kingdom.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Region: Europe, United Kingdom
… the financial promotion regime. This will create new rules for the marketing and advertising of certain cryptoassets and … are involved in marketing cryptoassets in the UK. What is the financial promotion regime? In summary, a “financial … UK focused resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on January 20, 2022. … CMS … Learn about …
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