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In this brief article, in-house counsel can learn about the two main provisions of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and how it impacts their law departments within the the United States.

Even if your company does not now have aircraft, the number of companies that do have aircraft is growing, especially because of security concerns since 9/11. Read this article to learn the major compliance issues that you need to consider in regards to your corporate aircraft.

Being sued for patent infringement can strike fear into the heart of the most seasoned in-house counsel. But some patent owners seek to resolve issues of alleged infringement outside of litigation, and this typically starts with a demand letter. Initially published December 2, 2022; republished March 30, 2023.

Colombia enjoys economic and political stability which, together with a sustained economic growth, has attracted foreign investment to our country. As one of the consequences of this pro-investment climate, Colombia has ratified various free trade agreements (hereinafter “FTA”) with countries such as Canada and Mexico, and more recently, the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (hereinafter “US-FTA”) was approved by the United States Congress and signed by the President on October 21st, 2011.

In late 2021, the Law Commission published a report concluding that the law of England and Wales can facilitate and support smart legal contracts without the need for reform. This article provides businesses, using or deploying smart legal contracts, a couple of significant caveats to consider.

This article discusses how to handle workplace safety investigations by the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

While appearances may suggest that enterprise risk management (ERM) and governance risk and compliance (GRC) aim to solve for the same problems, they are arguably separate processes with different approaches and objectives. This session will review the differences between ERM and GRC approaches and assessments, and reveal how to identify which may be best suited to align with your company’s compliance program.

This check card is a printable resource with practical advice on how to avoid insider trading.

Learn about maturing regulatory frameworks around digital assets in South-East Asia.

You're prepared. You've updated your code of conduct, conducted anti-bribery training in multiple languages, and sent messages from your CEO encouraging a culture of integrity and transparency. But the enforcement authorities call anyway. How you handle a bribery investigation can be critical not only to the outcome of the matter, but also to your company's long-term financial health and reputation. This panel will provide guidance for conducting the internal investigation in a multinational setting, working with government agencies around the world, assisting senior staff and board members, and handling public messaging and disclosures. The view is one from the trenches, conducted by in-house attorneys who have managed such matters (and lived to tell about it), and government counsel who have led the charge.

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 States.

An overview of the Discounted Cash Flow Model of asset valuation. The model relates the value of an asset to the present value of expected future cash flows on that asset, discounted back at a rate that reflect the riskiness of these cash flows.

Eighth edition of the Getting the Deal Through Anti-Corruption Regulation Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview on private acquisitions law and practice in Belgium.

Joint ventures ("JV") are a time-honored structure through which to develop real estate. This top ten offers considerations to increase the odds of a prosperous relationship.

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

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

because distributors are located in the middle of the supply channel, they face demands from both ends: intellectual property protections from the makers of a product and requests from those reselling it. This article looks at the types of relationships distributors typically have with vendors and purchasers, and offers advice on how to successfully navigate the squeeze.

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 Switzerland market.

An interview with Nina Macpherson

This profile explores how ten law departments have used electronic billing to increase awareness of outside legal spend and transform the ways in which they manage outside counsel.

This supplemental material is an overview of FEC regulations & registrations.

Starting a business is easier than ever these days. But it's also easier than ever to get yourself into trouble. Practice these policies that help ensure the success of your new business.

This roundtable discussions of women in-house attorneys, representing a diverse range of seniority levels, industries and subject matter expertise, will discuss issues unique to women working in large corporations. Their insights will be of interest to a variety of ACC members, including women in-house attorneys seeking to climb the corporate ladder, in-house attorneys of both genders seeking to mentor women in their legal departments, women practitioners seeking to develop business with corporate clients, and male practitioners seeking to strengthen their relationships with the increasing number of female corporate executives.