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Sandra Gibson
08/01/2016
2 pages

In this article, learn more about the state of the legal profession in the Asia-Pacific region during 2016.

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Region: Australia, Australia / Pacific
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… and acquisitions occurred worldwide – 91 in all. This is the largest number of law firm mergers on record, … serve the needs of clients across borders globally. For example, in 2012 King & Wood Mallesons was the first-ever … acla_journal_mar16.indd 36 4/03/2016 1:38 PM acla.acc.com 37VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1 – AUTUMN 2016 the region the opening …
Articles
Jeffrey Fraum
04/01/2009

You may be an accomplished orator, litigator or debater. In front of a captive audience of children, however, even the savviest speaker can feel pressure. This "Take Our Sons / Daughters to Work Day" veteran has outlined a tested - and - true formula for sure success.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… the Kids Before beginning any task, ask yourself what it is that you’re trying to accomplish. Among your goals are: to … fact possible to find — or if it is merely a myth. www.acc.com/docket Don’t Tell Mum the Babysitter’s Dead...(European … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com where you can browse our resources …
Articles
Clayton Utz
03/01/2004

This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, United States
… Report Author Clayton Utz February 29, 2004 This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement. … Australian industry through a more certain environment for the export of IP to the US, and increase US understanding … by emailing Phillipa Birkett at pbirkett@claytonutz.com. Free Trade Agreement Report 2 Making the FTA into law by …
Articles
06/17/2016

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses battle of the form situations between a seller's standard terms and conditions, and terms mentioned on the buyer's purchase order. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the IT, Privacy & eCommerce ACC Network.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… either click through our terms and conditions (T&C) online at the point of order, or sign a paper order form that … made or given by or on behalf of the Company which is not set out in this Agreement. Any reference to a purchase … on an invoice or other acceptance thereof is solely for Customer's convenience in record keeping, and no such …
Articles
Scott Hoeppner, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
07/27/2014
7 pages

This article discusses a number of decisions which offer guidelines for employers with respect to the implementation of drug and alcohol testing policies in Canada.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… discusses a number of decisions which offer guidelines for employers with respect to the implementation of drug and … | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3 | 1-855-483-7529 | www.tdslaw.com By Scott Hoeppner Drug and Alcohol Testing in the … and safety of others and an employer’s reputation. It is then no wonder that employers are keen to introduce drug …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Lex Mundi
02/01/2009

Presents a country-by-country overview of the availability of protection from disclosure of communications between in-house counsel and the officers, directors or employees of the companies they serve.

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Source: Resource Library
… No summary can be complete, and the following is not intended to constitute legal advice as to any specific … of our multi-jurisdictional surveys can be found on our website at www.lexmundi.com. © Copyright Lex Mundi, Ltd. 2009 3 ANGUILLA, BRITISH
Articles
05/21/2020
16 pages

The global legal landscape of the cannabis market can be confusing. In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about global regulations, state of the industry, the basics of the market and more. Meritas produced this resource in 2019.

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Region: Global
… companies across a variety of industries are looking for opportunities to capitalize on this emerging market. But the global legal landscape is confusing and constantly evolving, making it essential for … LLP Toronto, Ontario, CANADA Email: wabrams@mindengross.com Tel: +1 416 362 3711 Monica Bonnett Posse Herrera Ruiz …
Articles
Michael R. Henry, Esq., Houser Henry & Syron LLP, Primerus Member
07/29/2013

Guidance on transferring management/ownership of a company in Canada. Includes guidance on keeping business in the family or selling to an outsider.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com What’s Your Game Plan? Planning for a Successful … ily busine s s e s , managing a succe s s ful transit io n is both diffic ult and risky . Whet he r yo u’re planning to …
Program Materials
Annie Drew and Mark Diamond
10/01/2014

The accumulation of information and documents creates compliance risks, drives up the cost of ediscovery and hampers employee productivity. Learn how to create an effective program that can have a measurable impact on the business.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
… your policy. Updating your records management policy is a chance to build a consensus with the business units on … solutions or personal devices. The privacy team, if a com- pany has one, focuses on policies to ensure compliance … certain types of analytical cookies and opt-out options to website visitors prior to entering a website. No single group …
Articles
Gerard G. Pecht, Peter Stokes, Mark Oakes, Tara Tune, and John Byron
10/29/2014

A thoughtful article regarding the best ways to manage shareholder activism.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… investing.” Activist investors, by definition, agitate for corporate change through their status as shareholders. … the Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard University, is well known for his commentary in support of shareholder … disclosure and accuses the bidders of engaging in a “rapid buying spree, in order to exploit the Williams Act’s archaic …
Peer Practice Examples
ACC
06/09/2011

This Leading Practices Profile, a supplement to ACC’s 2006 Leading Practices Profile, Contract Management for Small Law Departments, features law department leading contract management practices of seven entities. These entities provided background on databases and repository systems, as well as contract review, approval and archiving policies. In addition, participants shared key practices for successful program implementation and best contract administration practices. This supplement expands the scope of the 2006 Profile to include entities with medium and large law departments.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … Counsel. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com.     3 OVERVIEW   June 2011 This …
Articles
CMS
11/18/2022
5 pages

Learn about developments from 2021 in the Technology, Media and Telecom sector in the Asia and Asia-Pacific region (focus on Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Singapore, Vietnam).

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Region: Asia, Australia / Pacific, China, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Singapore, Vietnam
… means, and execute documents electronically. This is in addition to the permanent amendments related to certain … the required cybersecurity review. Please click here for the full text (Chinese only) of the draft amendment. New … Vietnam). This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on November 1st, 2021. … CMS … Learn about …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
Due to the many successes of remote work, companies and legal departments are actively assessing their workforce of the future. After months of process innovation and continued employee productivity, companies realize employees do not need to be in the office to be effective.
… to conduct meetings from our homes felt odd at first but is now a universal experience. While these tools help keep … learned from this infamous year, visit ACC Docket’s website:  accdocket.com/articles/2020-insights.cfm … Due to the many successes of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/02/2021
Whether it's leveraging existing technology or seeking out small, measurable wins, legal departments need to focus on innovating even when it seems daunting.
… of legal technology. The in-house legal practice is changing. Fast. The more-for-less challenge is becoming … create interactive documents that feel like you’re using a website. Here’s a 3-minute video: How to create interactive … and comments by emailing programdevelopment@accglobal.com The author wishes to gratefully acknowledge and thank the …
Articles
Heather Logan Melick, Esq., Luper Neidenthal & Logan, Columbus, Ohio; and Ethan Wall, Esq., Richman Greer, PA, Miami, Florida.
08/22/2013
49 pages

In this ACC guide, explore key aspects of managing employees' use of social media, in light of guidance from the US National Labor Relations Board ("NLRB").

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … ACC or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … is available on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) website.11 A. Who is Covered Under the NLRA? Most …
Articles
Littler Mendelson, P.C.
03/25/2013

A survey of global employers and the challenges they face, such as legal trends related to hiring and firing, harassment policies, anti-corruption compliance, and whistleblowers.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: China, European Union, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela
… CONTRIBUTING EDITORS IMPORTANT NOTICE This publication is not a do-it-yourself guide to resolving employment … Gallup). 2 Internet World Stats, www.internetworldstats.com 3 Urban world: Cities and the rise of the consuming … health insurance. See International Labour Organization website, at …
Articles
Reinier W.L. Russell, Esq., Russell Advocaten B.V., Amsterdam, Netherlands
12/10/2015
3 pages

This article addresses knowing who is authorised to represent a legal entity and what can you do if directors representing a legal entity are not authorised to do so.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… 10, 2015 3 pages This article addresses knowing who is authorised to represent a legal entity and what can you do … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Articles
Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
29 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 China.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: China
… 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
Aliaksandr Hrytsel, PETERKA & PARTNERS
09/10/2014

Investors planning to perform construction activities on the territory of Belarus have to take into account new conditions for carrying-out these activities in Belarus. This article will discuss the new requirements.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Belarus
… Articles New Conditions for Construction Activities in Belarus Author Aliaksandr … of the Republic of Belarus (the "Ministry"). WHAT IS ATTESTATION OF COMPLIANCE AND WHY IT IS NEEDED? … contained in the Register is published on the official website of the Authorized organization. THE PROCEDURE OF …
Articles
The Honorable David J. Waxse - appointed magistrate judge for the US District Court in Kansas City, KS
01/25/2007

Get a judge's perspective from the bench. What do lawyers overlook during ediscovery? Find out about ediscovery trends that will help you when the time arrives.

… These changes have had drastic effects on what information is available to attorneys during the discovery process. To … electronically stored information (ESI) has become so com- monplace, counsel must take affirmative steps to … assist counsel in the electronic-discovery pro- cess. The website www.lawtechnologynews.com as well as ACC's website on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
On a crisp, idyllic afternoon, you might find Cameron Clark jogging along the seawall, which hugs Stanley Park for 10 kilometers along Vancouver Harbor.
… Clark jogging along the seawall, which hugs Stanley Park for 10 kilometers along Vancouver Harbor. Resource Details … … He’s not a personal trainer or park ranger. He’s an in-house attorney at lululemon, a Vancouver-based athletic … explains, “and it’s something I personally enjoy.” Which is the perfect mindset for a lululemon ambassador. That’s not …
Program Materials
James Bellerjeau <br />Martine Petetin <br />Gian-Reto Schulthess
06/08/2009

This material discusses how to be an effective manager, managing the legal department workload, and managing the individual workload.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… –  Balance important aspects of your life –  Be healthy for the long term –  Master your emotions B.  Set Priorities … are against you 7 2. Managing the Legal Department Why is Efficiency / Workload Management so Important? •  Pressure … •  Use password managers for web sites (e.g. www.billeo.com) •  Use index / desktop search software for full text …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/28/2023
You grow exponentially when you learn more than the basics of your job. Career Path columnist James Bellerjeau provides ideas in The ABCs of Work series. #ACCDocket
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Kitch Bain /  Shutterstock.com Today’s topic is all about finding ways to Learn throughout your career. … a successful career. Isn't that what I went to law school for? It’s true, law school represents a learning threshold. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2017
A day in the life of Margo Rachat-Nielsen, Financial Regulation Officer at Group Legal Ørsted in Copenhagen, Denmark.
… baby monitor.  There’s no need to set an alarm — my son is an early riser. He’s not fully awake yet so I hurry to … one while it’s still hot and confirm the family’s schedule for the day. 7:30 am No early meetings for my husband, so I … baths,  stories, and bedtime. Straighten up. 8:30 pm Back online for work.  Revise presentations for meetings the next …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2016
A day in the life of David Dobbyn, Senior Director and Regional Counsel at EMEA & India Xilinx in Dublin, Ireland.
… sleep like hibernating bears. 7:00 am Quick scan of phone for urgent overnight updates.  I’m based at our EMEA HQ in … the legal function for EMEA and India. Our global HQ is in San Jose, Calif. Xilinx makes all programmable silicon … to keep things under control. If it’s quieter, I’ll read online. 8:30 pm My wife gets back from work and we  chat over …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/28/2020
“Digital transformation” is a phrase that is increasingly heard in legal circles. But what exactly does it mean?
… Publication Date: 09/28/2020 “Digital transformation” is a phrase that is increasingly heard in legal circles. But … with  effective customer analytics capabilities , for example, have a materially higher likelihood of achieving … and technology solutions; content-enabled workflow and online legal research technologies; efficiency tools, such as …
Articles
CMS
10/10/2022
41 pages

Learn about key developments and perspectives regarding class actions in Europe.

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Region: Europe, Austria, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Slovenia
… 110 class actions seeking damages were filed in 2021. This is slightly higher than the figure for 2020, which was itself … Dr. Zsolt Okányi T +36 1 483 4800 E zsolt.okanyi@cms-cmno.com Leah Gardner T +44 20 7367 3607 E … in Europe. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  in June 2022. … CMS … Learn about key …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2018
A day in the life of Eva Argilés Malonda, General Counsel at Applus+ in Barcelona, Spain.
… nine-year-old son, as lovingly as possible.  Kissing them is one of the day’s best moments. 7:45 am My first “Come on!” of the day. Finally, they join me for breakfast.  I prepare fresh orange juice and school … Meeting with investor relations and marketing on corporate website updates. More email. 2:00 pm Lunchtime with team …
Articles
Kimberly R. Hillman and Collin J. Hite
05/01/2016

A new threat, derivative to the immediate damage of data breaches, has arisen. Class action suits from affected customers, or shareholder class litigation are common, albeit largely unsuccessful thus far.

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Source: ACC Docket
… answer should clearly be “yes.” The focus of this article is the legal exposure that companies may face as a result of … The retail and credit card industry breaches have been the com- mon focus of class litigation even to the exclusion of … cybersecurity ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Brian Chadwick, Silvia Zimmermann and Jakob Hoehn
11/01/2012

There are many reasons why companies migrate to Switzerland: lower corporate
income tax rates, a stable and predictable legal environment, and a flexible labor law. There are also disadvantages. Before you pack up and head for the snowy Alps, learn more about what relocation really entails.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Switzerland
… Your CEO tells you that one of his peers mentioned that he is considering migrating the business to Switzerland, and … in international commercial law. brian.chadwick@miniclip.com silvia Zimmermann is a tax partner of Pestalozzi, one of … age-eur_dec10 ACC hAS More MATeriAl on ThiS SUBjeCT on oUr weBSiTe. viSiT www.ACC.COM, where yoU CAn BrowSe oUr …
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