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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 …
Articles
Owen D. Kurtin, Kurtin PLLC
09/20/2022
24 pages

Any US corporation with multinational operations and an unoptimized corporate structure that would benefit from reorganization of its operations along regional lines and responsibilities should consider whether a principal or other efficiency and profitability promoting restructuring might achieve similar benefits for it.

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Region: United States
… 2022 Revised Edition T: 212.554.3373 | E: info@kurtinlaw.com | W: kurtinlaw.com mailto:info@kurtinlaw.com … one of several restructuring models then possible. It is important to state at the outset that under pressure from … Funds sectors. For further information, please visit our website at https://kurtinlaw.com and contact …
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 …
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
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 …
Articles
Sam Schwartz-Fenwick, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
02/09/2016

This QuickCounsel shows how US employers can do better by proactively implementing policies and programs that are inclusive of the transgender community.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Library Region: United States … The American workforce is becoming ever more diverse. One example of this burgeoning … unaware of the relevant issues, which can be difficult for both the employer and employee, and can fail to … discrimination claims, is available at http://jtweisslaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/US-DOJ-filing.pdf . 8 …
Articles
Dentons
12/07/2022
2 pages

Learn about registration by data controllers and data processors under Kenya's Data Protection Act.

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Region: Africa, Kenya
… what you need to know about the registration process. Who is required to register? All data controllers and data … Regulations provides that it shall be mandatory for the following persons to register with the Data … Act. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in July 2022. … Dentons … Learn about …
Articles
Corporate & Securities Law eGroup
07/29/2013

A discussion of the costs and benefits of using electronic board books as opposed to physical ones. Includes input from members of the the Corporate & Securities Law Committee eGroup.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… quarterly board packages, but would like to get a sense for what we should anticipate, both the good and the bad. … e-Board service has been great. We love it and the Board is pleased. They all received an iPad and review the … material. I liked Boardvantage myself. www.boardvantage.com . vi We use an online program as well for distributing …
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Practical Law Company
02/06/2017
34 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A which gives a high level overview of the key practical issues including the level of activity and recent trends in the United Arab Emirates market.

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Region: United Arab Emirates
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … Tool at http://us.practicallaw.com/7-500-9935. This Q&A is part of the global guide to private equity. For a full … Authority (SCA) W www.sca.gov.ae Description. This is the website of the Emirates Securities and Commodities Authority …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2016
The focus of this article is the legal exposure that companies may face as a result of class actions related to privacy breaches.
… Publication Date: 05/01/2016 The focus of this article is the legal exposure that companies may face as a result of … reprieve. While courts have largely dismissed standing for class action petitioners, two pending US Supreme Court … against future identity theft, 3) the financial loss of buying items at Neiman Marcus that they would not have …
Articles
Eric Chin, Strategy Consultant, and Graeme Grovum, Legal Technologist
11/05/2019
4 pages

General counsels are always under pressure to transform legal departments and through contracts, the legal function’s contribution to the bottom line is clearer and makes it easier to build the business case for a technology enabled and workflow optimised legal department.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Australia, Australia / Pacific, Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, Legal Operations
… the legal function’s contribution to the bottom line is clearer and makes it easier to build the business case for a technology enabled and workflow optimised legal … decade. VOLUME 29, ISSUE 4 – SUMMER 2019 | 19 acla.acc.com Table 2: The top three issues keeping Chief Legal …
Program Materials
Hans Albers, Senior Director and General Counsel EMEA, Juniper Networks Inc.

James Bellerjeau, General Counsel & Secretary, Mettler-Toledo International Inc.

David Bourdon, Head of Legal for EU Affairs, Competition Law, Societé Generale
06/26/2013

An overview of various law department management practices. Includes a discussion of the impact of legal strategy on department structure,outsourcing, and efficiency strategies.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
… International Inc. David Bourdon, Head of Legal for EU Affairs, Competition Law, Societé Generale June 26, … * 1. What Services Does the Law Department Deliver? 2. How is the Value of Services Prioritized? 3. Who Should be … or consolidation Steven L. Schwarcz, To Make or Buy: In-House Lawyering and Value Creation, 33 Journal of …
Program Materials
Thomas Chow, Karna Nisewaner, Peter Quittmeyer, Ellen Stein
10/17/2016

If your organization uses third-party software, it is likely that your use of the software will be audited. This session will discuss strategies and best practices for tracking your organization’s licensing, use, and distribution of third-party software, including open source. The panel will provide practical advice and guidance for establishing and maintaining a robust entitlement and deployment program for tracking your organization’s licensing, use, and distribution of third-party software. The panel will include best practices for responding to and managing a third-party audit request and provide strategies and guidelines for developing and implementing a process for responding to and managing a software license audit. The panel will review and discuss resources and tools available to assist with identifying and tracking use and deployment of third-party software, including review of commercial software asset management tools and practices.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Preparing for and Surviving a Software Audit Author Thomas Chow, Karna … 2016 If your organization uses third-party software, it is likely that your use of the software will be audited. This … Ellen to read and introduce the area Scope Discussion Buy time Conduct a self-assessment Look for questions, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/08/2023
Compliance officers are well-positioned to assist in corporate transactions, writes Nicolas Vielliard, SHAWCOR’s vice president of legal and compliance. #ACCDocket #compliance
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by metamorworks / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet   The scope of compliance is expanding. In both privately held and publicly listed … that now draw robust scrutiny. Risk is no longer reserved for only the financial aspects of businesses.  A
Articles
Practical Law Company
09/24/2014
18 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview and practical analysis for public procurement issues and procedures in the United Kingdom.

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Region: United Kingdom
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … tool at http://uk.practicallaw.com/7-521-3187. This Q&A is part of the Practical Law multi-jurisdictional guide to … W www.legislation.gov.uk Description. This is a UK website of primary and secondary legislation (statutes and …
… & Registration … Within the next 12 to 18 months, it is anticipated that all 50 states will enact the Uniform … of great importance as they impact the private law regime for the buying and selling of digital assets, as well as their use as …
Articles
Gavin Birer, Cindy Cross, Carolyn Boyle and Diane Rusignola
05/01/2008

Discusses legal outsourcing, consumer and commercial customer protection, and the state of technology in Canada.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada
… Inc.; and Cindy Cross (cindy.cross@travelexamericas.com), Travelex Canada Limited Paradigm Shift Most in-house lawyers will tell you that there is increasing pressure on corporations and their legal … Manitoba R3C 1S8 phone: 204.942.5571 fax: 204.956.0624 website: www.lawsociety.mb.ca Principal contact: Allan …
Articles
Janet H. Moore
07/01/2012

This article helps attorneys understand that with the increase of globalization, he must be prepared to handle (or refer) international issues that arise.

… . … 566 Texas Bar Journal  July 2012 www.texasbar.com BY JANET H. MOORE lobalization increases daily. All … refer) international issues that arise. Understanding What Is Involved International lawyers manage a lot of uncertainty … Association draws thousands of lawyers. (The Hieros Gamos website, www.hg.org, lists such bar associations.) Lawyers …
Articles
CMS
05/09/2014

This guide provides a straightforward overview of the law and practice which applies in a wide-ranging number of jurisdictions where CMS are able to provide legal advice. This guide provides an answer to each of the 20 questions for each jurisdiction.<br />

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Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, United Kingdom
… Estate Editors: Nick Hadley | Mail: Nick.Hadley@cms-cmck.com Introduction CMS Real Estate Guide: 20 Questions forin the buying and selling of investment real estate is not uniform across all jurisdictions. Any potential … member firm in any manner whatsoever. CMS Legal Services website The information held on the CMS Legal Services …
Articles
John Boswell and James R. Myers
02/01/2003

Traditional manual analysis of patent documents is no match for the flood of patent data inundating your office. Despite limits, current automated patent analysis tools can help you stay competitive. This article describes the tools available and how you can apply them. You can start using these tools to support cutting-edge strategies, such as patent radar, precision patenting, and right-sizing of patent portfolios. You can create small, powerful, blocking patent portfolios that will discourage competitors while enabling you to forge new partnerships and prune deadwood from your patent orchard. Why use a handsaw when you can use a power saw?

… 1, 2003 Traditional manual analysis of patent documents is no match for the flood of patent data inundating your office. Despite … LLP. He is available at jmyers@kilpatrickstockton.com. This article summarizes automated analytical technology …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
Congratulations, you’ve survived your first three months as general counsel! So, what do you focus on next? You can already tackle the important legal issues du jour, but how do you advance the entire department — and your career?
… folks have read and forwarded that piece to others, which is great news. The bad news is, I have had several new GCs … Efficient Board and Committee Processes” at  ACC Docke t’s website:  accdocket.com/articles/the-practitioners-guide.cfm . References M. …
07/18/2017

Working with your marketing team to manage your company's brands - presentation held in Melbourne 18 July 2017.

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Region: Australia
… manage your company’s brands Roanne De Menezes This event is brought to you by ACC Australia in conjunction with … Selecting a new brand Primo Angeli, from brainyquote.com. “A great trade mark is appropriate, dynamic, … of social media sites and marketplace sites Page 49 • Website operators may be liable for user-generated content …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
In June 2018, the Canadian Senate passed the Cannabis Act, which legalized marijuana at the federal level. For in-house counsel, the new legislation will have the greatest impact on workplace policies.
Resource Details
Interest Area: Government
Source: ACC Docket
… Act, which legalized marijuana at the federal level. For in-house counsel, the new legislation will have the … leaving. This applies to all countries, whether cannabis is legal there or not. Estimated revenue for Canada based on … sales US$6.5 billion by 2020 Province Legal Age to Buy Alberta 18 British Columbia 19 Manitoba 19 New Brunswick …
Articles
Brian Yates
06/18/2013

This article discusses some of the most common issues and pitfalls to keep in mind before, during and after entering into an endorsement relationship with an athlete or other celebrity in the United States.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Sports and Entertainment
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Top Ten Issues and Pitfalls with Athlete Endorsement Deals in the United States Author Brian Yates June 18, 2013 This … relationship with an athlete or other celebrity. 1. Hope for the Best While Preparing for the Worst A freshly-inked endorsement deal is like a new marriage. Everyone is smiling and the future …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
21 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide of data protection rules and principles, right to access personal data or object to its collection in the United Kingdom (England and Wales).

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Region: United Kingdom
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Articles
Atiba Adams, Marc Gold, Smeeta Ramarathnam, Carol Ward
10/22/2014

A list of additional resources and articles to supplement ACC's 2014 Annual Meeting session 104 - SEC Update.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… January 29, 2014. Practical Law. “Lessons for the 2015 Proxy Season”. Copy attached. September 1, 2014. … toward calmer, less contentious annual meetings. This is due in part to significant efforts by companies to … In April 2014, the SEC added a spotlight page to its website discussing disclosure effectiveness. According to …
Program Materials
Elisa Garcia <br />EVP and General Counsel <br />Office Depot, Inc. <br />Fred Paulmann <br />Principal <br />The Counsel Management Group, LLC<br />
10/25/2010

Continue your exploration of value-based fee structure options - looking beyond what was covered in Session 301. We’ll walk through the considerations to weigh when deciding fee structures, focusing on three more popular approaches: portfolio retainers, success/incentive fees, and contingencies. We recommend that you combine this with session 301, to expand your toolkit of options.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… … ACC’s 2010 Annual Meeting Be the Solution. This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2010 various authors … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 25 4:30pm-6:00pm 401 - Outside Counsel … Inc. in Boca Raton, Florida. She has global responsibility for Office Depot's legal, regulatory, compliance, internal …
Program Materials
Hugo Cuesta L., Elisabeth Luff, Dottie Slovak Hersey, Corrine Taylor
10/29/2014

Panelists will review common pitfalls when transacting with foreign governments, including governing law/dispute resolution, tax issues and intellectual property, and will discuss strategies for avoiding those pitfalls.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials International Government Contracting for the Small Law Department (402) Author Hugo Cuesta L., … • Access and transfer (deemed export) of the ITAR material is limited to US Persons, license holders, and certain … published on the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) website Governing US Restrictions: Foreign Corrupt Practices …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/09/2022
29 pages

An update regarding sanctions taken against Russia by the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Switzerland, and countermeasures taken by Russia.

Resource Details
Region: United States, European Union, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Russia
… 2022 − 24 February 2022 − 28 February 2022 The intention for further restrictions is being communicated by the EU, UK and US on almost a daily … resource was originally published on March 3, 2022, on the website of  Eversheds Sutherland . … Eversheds Sutherland … …
Articles
CMS
01/06/2023
138 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules on approaching investors in different jurisdictions, in relation to an offer or issue of shares.

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Region: Global, Europe, Middle East, Asia, South America, North America, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… are asked across CMS in our Equity Capital Market practice is what are the rules about approaching a limited number of … large institutions or funds to conducting a mini-roadshow for a number of such investors. Alternatively, it can be for … Exchange (BSE) or on another MTF, it must publish on its website a document prepared in compliance with the rules of …
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