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Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/23/2019
On July 9, 2019, ACC and Consilio LLC hosted the ACC Legal Operations Europe virtual roundtable featuring “ops” leaders based in Europe. Read on for key takeaways from the discussion, as well as the leaders’ advice for in-house counsel looking to drive change within their law department.
… featuring “ops” leaders based in Europe. Read on for key takeaways from the discussion, as well as the … to drive change within their law department. How far along is your company’s “level of maturity”? Simon Ferres  oversees … success, typically only those on the project team have “buy-in.” In other words, CM is not yet a part of the company …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2018
A day in the life of Daniela Bowry-Blum, senior specialist counsel (competition) at Santander UK in London, United Kingdom.
… KINGDOM 6.30 am My alarm goes off. I try to meditate for 20 minutes twice a day , so I set my timer and knock out … any urgent overnight emails. Senior stakeholders are often online as early as 5 a.m. 7.15 am Shower, eat a quick … review my slides. 9.15 am The session goes well and there is buy-in from the executive committee on what we are doing — …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/16/2023
Just like 10-Ks, ESG disclosures should be managed by legal professionals, writes Michael Dillinger, USAA’s assistant vice president of ESG, alongside coauthors Heather Palmer and Evan Grosch of Sidley Austin. #ACCDocket #ESG #compliance
… permissions Banner artwork by metamorworks / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet The ESG ecosystem is complex. It involves ambiguous and emerging regulations, … including in marketing materials and on the company’s website. Empowering the legal department on ESG Because legal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/10/2022
When it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion in Europe, understanding the context is important. Kimberly Nuzum, Stacey Van Hooven, and Simon Zinger weigh in on what you need to know, and why the issue matters regardless of geography. #ACCDocket #DEI #ACCEurope #inhousecounsel
… equity, and inclusion in Europe, understanding the context is important. Kimberly Nuzum, Stacey Van Hooven, and Simon … Employment and Labor Source: ACC Docket … original artwork for the Docket created by Eric Petersen C heat Sheet … owners. Institute a governance structure. Get corporate buy-in, be on top of legislation and its effects on your …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2019
Small ideas, tested, proved, implemented, and successfully evaluated, can become the disruption that both law firms and clients are craving. This case study will provide one example of a small, unique project that will offer concepts for you to apply to your team.
… of a small, unique project that will offer concepts for you to apply to your team. Resource Details Interest … counsel? Or maybe you wonder if cutting-edge technology is a ridiculous wild goose chase. Should you stop chasing the … of judges’ discernment and thought process. The court website displays the insightful rulings for one week before …
Articles
Victoria Hunt and Victoria Lafite, University of Montpellier, Centre du Droit de l'Entreprise, Program of Master 2 "Droit du Commerce Internation
11/20/2017

In this QuickCounsel, we explain clauses and their existence in certain contracts that are usually based in informal social protocols or customs. We hope that this resource will help with drafting these clauses by providing examples and advice.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: France
For example, we read the following clause: "This Agreement is the final, complete and exclusive agreement of the parties … Likewise, the general conditions of sale and use of the website of the French railway company "SNCF" provide that … h ttp://bibliotheque-des-usages.cde-montpellier.com/taxonomy/term/22,5 Dictionnaire du droit privé, Serge …
Program Materials
Josh Beser, Jeff Brown, Cristina Gonzalez, Robert Simmons
10/31/2014

This panel will focus on the first ninety days in-house as a model for
setting and achieving goals and measuring success that is applicable to
in-house counsel at any stage. Experts will address increasing
production in the counsel's office, managing outside projects, improving
value and reducing costs, engaging with client business groups to
identify important issues and benchmarking successes for those outside
the counsel's office.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Wish You Had Known About the First Year In-house: A Plan for Success Author Josh Beser, Jeff Brown, Cristina Gonzalez, … for setting and achieving goals and measuring success that is applicable to in-house counsel at any stage. Experts will … 23 INTERNAL USE ONLY Law firms submit electronic bills online to legal departmen t Invoice processed against billing …
Articles
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.

Resource Details
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.

Resource Details
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
Ashurst
05/01/2013

Unitranche facilities, with or without accompanying super senior revolving facilities, have become a more prominent feature of the European market in recent years, driven in part by the growing number of credit funds looking to provide this product.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… of credit funds looking to provide this product. What is unitranche? In the European market, "unitranche" is not … used in a European context. Key features Whilst the market for unitranche facilities is less well established than for … Partner T: +49 (0)69 97 11 28 89 E: anne.grewlich@ashurst.com Derk Opitz Senior Associate T: +49 (0)69 97 11 27 07 E: …
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.

Resource Details
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
Ashurst LLP
05/07/2014

In this article, we consider some key aspects of the executive employment relationship and the legal considerations which may affect the drafting of contracts of employment for executive-level employees.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
… which may affect the drafting of contracts of employment for executive-level employees. Resource Details Interest … Attracting and retaining the best and brightest staff is vital. Such employees are, therefore, usually the … promises: when the executive co... http://www.ashurst.com/publication-item.aspx?id_Content=10401 1 of 9 6/2/14 4:27 …
Articles
Julie Clement and Stacey Supina, LegalResearch.com
05/19/2016
41 pages

This article provides an explanation of the Clean Power Plan (CPP). The article also describes the CPP's development, previous legislation that led to its execution as well as the controversies surrounding its release within the United States.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Environmental, Government
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Author Julie Clement and Stacey Supina, LegalResearch.com May 19, 2016 41 pages This article provides an … it for yourself. We encourage you to navigate our website (legalresearch.com), learn more about who we are and … regulation. 1 INTRODUCTION The Clean Power Plan (CPP) is the most comprehensive measure to regulate greenhouse …
Articles
Andreas Bernhard Kirk and Christian Bredtoft Guldmann, Plesner Law Firm and Moalem Weitemeyer Bendtsen Law Firm
12/11/2014

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.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Denmark
… Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Veirano Advogados CONTENTS www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 Anti-Corruption Regulation 2014 Contributing editor: … Jr Miller & Chevalier Chartered Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the eighth edition of Anti-Corruption …
Articles
Mohamed Abdel Raouf, Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
… Arbitration December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard … costs calculator is now available on the Centre’s website (www.crcica.org.eg/feescalc.html). The new section on …
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.

Resource Details
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 …
Articles
Philip R. Strauss
03/01/2005

If you had only known you can learn everything you need to know about surviving the transition to in-house law practice from Duran Duran, The Breakfast Club, and Prince, you might have spent a lot more time at concerts than in the library during the 1980s, right? Phil Strauss translates the lessons in his guide to the facts of in-house life.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… March 2005 ACC Docket  23 Philip R. Strauss is the founder and immediate … He can be reached at pstrauss@actuate.com. “I was dreaming when I wrote this; forgive me … Turns out, I had learned everything I needed to know for success in­house from the movies, music, … tion. If you are unsure, the ACC website and net­ work are great places to start. …
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).

Resource Details
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 …
Articles
Paul A. Davies (London), Sarah E. Fortt (Austin / Washington, D.C.), Julia A. Hatcher (Washington, D.C.), Betty M. Huber (New York), Sabrina Singh (Singapore), Angela Walker (Washington, D.C.), Latham & Watkins
07/14/2022
7 pages

Learn about the increasing regulatory pressure in the US, Europe, and Asia and the resulting compliance challenges regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance issues (ESG).

Resource Details
Collection: Sustainability
Region: United States, European Union, United Kingdom, Asia, India, Singapore
… new mandates from government authorities. Latham & Watkins is pleased to introduce a series of Clients Alerts on ESG and … opportunities within their value chains. https://www.lw.com/practices/EnvironmentalSocialGovernance Latham & Watkins … challenges. This resource was originally published on the website of Latham & Watkins . … Paul A. Davies (London), …
Articles
Linklaters
01/01/2014

China is at a turning point. Propelled to 
be the world’s second largest economy 
by thirty years of exponential GDP
 growth, China now faces a slowdown and significant macro-economic questions. Compounding this is the constant, and dramatic, evolution of the global economic landscape. China’s response will determine its own role on the world stage for at least the next thirty years and significantly impact the rest of the world.

… on the World Stage Author Linklaters January 1, 2014 China is at a turning point. Propelled to 
be the world’s second … response will determine its own role on the world stage for at least the next thirty years and significantly impact … opportunity. China’s growth on the world stage linklaters.com/chinareport Mahjong is a game of strategy and …
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").

Resource Details
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 …
Program Materials
Irving Gomez
Mark Rogers
Catherine E. Wade
10/28/2013

The agenda for Proxy Season 2013 included: pay for performance, including peer group construction methodology and realizable pay; board responsiveness to shareholder proposals; pledging, hedging and margin accounts; special issues for Canadian pay for performance; European policy updates; and board tenure in Hong Kong and Singapore. This panel will consider the handling of these issues and the lessons learned from 2013 for best practices going into the next proxy season.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Meeting October 27-30, Los Angeles, CA This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2013 various authors … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 28 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 204: Proxy Updates … under GAAP. See the “Investors” section of the Companyʼs website, www.companyabc.com, for a reconciliation of non-GAAP …
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.

Resource Details
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
Connie Brenton and Jason Epstein
09/01/2013
20 pages

Electronic execution and management of signatures, contracts and records is at the cutting edge of modern business practices. In-house counsel who implement this technology are helping to generate sales, reduce costs and improve internal governance practices. This article takes an in-depth look at electric contracting, including its evolution, legal enforceability and reputable transaction tools.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Czech Republic, Malaysia, United States
… and management of signatures, contracts and records is at the cutting edge of modern business practices. In-house … “clicks” or “browsewrap” agreements were enforceable; ■■ website personal jurisdiction; and ■■ other “block and … senior legal operations executives. connie.brenton@netapp.com Jason Epstein is partner at Nelson Mullins Riley & …
Frédéric Louis, Christian Duvernoy, Anne Vallery, Prof. Dr. Hans-Georg Kamann, Geoffroy Barthet and Su Şimşek, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP
03/04/2022
6 pages

Learn the key features of the proposal adopted on February 23, 2022 by European Commission (“Commission”) for a Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.

Resource Details
Collection: Sustainability
Region: European Union
… sustainability criteria. Once the legislative process is completed and the new rules are implemented, these … well as in global supply chains. As https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/people/frederic-louis … Directive. They must publish an annual statement on their website by 30 April each year covering the previous calendar …
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.

Resource Details
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
Magdalena Jakubicz
01/01/2017

ACC's Jan/Feb 2017 cover story delves into antitrust sanctions, and how integrating antitrust protocols into company culture can help the business appear trustworthy in the global marketplace.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United States
… billion for its abuse of antitrust regulations. ■■ Culture is key. It’s imperative that antitrust compliance measures … greater quality prod- ucts and lower prices. Antitrust com- pliance has become a more prominent concern for … you upload some material to your organization’s internal website, ensure that you take it down once it is obsolete to …
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. …
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