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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample social media policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Sample Social Media Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample social media policy. Resource Details Interest … other form of electronic communication.  Before creating online content, consider some of the risks involved. Keep in … be tolerated. Company policies include appropriate methods for dealing with conflict, criticism and complaints. …
Articles
Eugenie Nunes, Partner, and Nanouck Schmeitz, Lawyer, Boekel De Nerée
08/27/2013

This article sets out the general rules of Dutch law that apply in collective redundancies.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… ils Act (WCA), every entrepreneur with 50 or more employees is  obliged  to  set up a works council. Under  the WCA,  … on, the employer must suspend the execution of its decision for one  month.  During  this month,  the  works  … E‐mail: eugenie.nunes@boekeldeneree.com; nanouck.schmeitz@boekeldeneree.com     …
Articles
Verona Dorch and Greg Utken
11/01/2013

Because every business has employees, buy-sell agreements involve employees. This article provides a practical guide to the necessary, and not-so obvious, labor and employment issues that should be on in-house counsel’s “radar screen” when conducting merger and acquisition due diligence.

… or obligations. A standard but important area to review is pending and threatened litigation. Responsibility for … legal team for Sumitomo Chemical Company. vdorch@harsco.com Greg Utken is a partner at Faegre Baker Daniels LLP, and … mar10 ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
09/27/2024
33 pages
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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Audience: Legal Operations
3 people found this helpful.
… Maturity Model 2.0 The ACC Legal Operations Maturity Model is a popular reference tool that legal department leaders use … of the ACC Legal Operations Interest Groups (www. acc.com/legalops) as well as from leading practitionersin … departmental communications supported by a portal (e.g. website or intranet) that consolidates and reiterates all …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2015
Now there are numerous electronic signature tools available that enable your executives to sign from their laptop or mobile device, from anywhere they can connect to the Internet. The challenge for us, as in-house lawyers, is to guide our clients on the best way to take advantage of this technology.
… the Internet. The challenge for us, as in-house lawyers, is to guide our clients on the best way to take advantage of … include: Clicking “I Agree” (or something similar) on a website in order to receive services or access content (these … while others use collaboration tools like Sharepoint, box.com, Dropbox, etc. It is important for you to be able to find …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/11/2023
In an IP dispute, a legal game turns into a cerebral chess match. Find out what in-house counsel should expect. #IPdispute #IPStrategy #IntellectualProperty #ACC #ACCDocket
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Trueffelpix / Shutterstock.com In 30 combined years of practicing intellectual property … the necessary commitment of both personnel and capital. It is expensive to fight over patents, and the interruption to a … its people is significant. Good counsel involves preparing for the battle, but preparation will only go so far if it …
Articles
02/01/2015

These guidelines are designed to communicate with investee companies regarding the objectives of engagement activities and to facilitate a better understanding of preferred terms of engagement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… terms of engagement. The framework also includes guidance for our interactions with activist investors. February 2015 … instances in which SSGA’s proxy voting and engagement team is willing to participate in reactive engagement, thereby … for engagement should be sent to governanceteam@ssga.com. SSGA is a signatory of the SDX protocol …
Articles
DLA Piper
04/01/2014

This inaugural report highlights the current key trends and themes in the global data centre industry and provides an outlook for the data centre market in 2014.

in the global data centre industry and provides an outlook for the data centre market in 2014. Resource Details Interest … Piper – 2014 Global Data Centre Market Report www.dlapiper.com | 03 THE GLOBAL DATA CENTRE MARKET REPORT Our inaugural … Piper T +44 (0)7738 295237 anthony.day@dlapiper.com “What is clear from our results is that the Data Centre market is
Advocacy Filings
04/13/2016

ACC ECLA Letter

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Region: European Union
… as President of the Court of Justice. ACC Europe (ACCE) is the European chapter of the Association of Corporate … by Design“, which is available online in ECLA’s website at http://www.ecla.org/profession/independence. Page … chair of advocacy, Javier Ramirez (javier.ramirez2@hp.com; +34.91.634.9828), if you wish to discuss these matters …
Articles
Anna Wassenberg
12/01/2018
6 pages

Risk assessment and mitigation begins internally. One of the ways in-house counsel assess and minimize risk is through the contract process — which begins long before redlining.

… One of the ways in-house counsel assess and minimize risk is through the contract process — which begins long before … Anna Wassenberg is senior counsel for LeadsMarket.com LLC, a marketing and technology company with a … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
09/01/2002

Read this article and learn a practical step-by-step approach for transforming your company's well-intentioned workplace policies and procedures into a system that delivers.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… If You Don't Askjhey Might Not Tell You f your company is like most organizations, your existing workplace reporting … She is available at arlene.finkelstein@icn.siemens.com, Peter W. Lilienthal is president and founder of In … 1 .html. • Campaign against Workplace Bullying, the main website for the grassroots movement provides an overview of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

This powerpoint course is a presentation in-house counsel may want to use to train their internal staff on improving careful communications. The presentation will help you take a closer look at your written and spoken communications on behalf of your organization to be sure that you're communicating as effectively— and compliantly — as possible. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… Author WeComply June 24, 2013 This powerpoint course is a presentation in-house counsel may want to use to train … as effectively— and compliantly — as possible. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
Articles
Global Legal Group
06/23/2023
226 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding corporate immigration across a range of jurisdictions.

Some topics discussed include a global overview of modern slavery and corporate supply chain compliance and more.

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Region: Global, Australia, Austria, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
… Rollason Kingsley Napley LLP Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. … device using the “UK ETA” app or online via the UKVI website. Applicants will need to provide their personal …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
03/20/2024
10 pages

This article discusses two recent UK cases surrounding patenting of AI innovations.

In both cases, the judgments evaluated the historic application of specific provisions of the UK Patents Act 1977 (the “Act”) and how they may shape the approach to patenting AI innovations in the UK.

in the UK A paradox to be resolved? January 16, 2024 It is therefore unsurprising that there has been considerable … can be adequately protected to provide market exclusivity for those making substantial investments in the technology. … and blogs ("Materials") on the Eversheds Sutherland website are accurate and complete. However, the Materials are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2016
General counsel globally are increasingly thought of as business leaders with a legal perspective.
… Source: ACC Docket … CHEAT SHEET The right person for the job. General counsel are well-placed to establish … acquainted with all aspects of the business. Automation is your friend. Contract management software can generate … medium- to large-sized organizations, the sheer volume of buy- and sell-side contracts can bring a legal department to …
Program Materials
Tanya M. Jaeger de Foras, Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, EMEA
06/26/2013

Overview of corporate social responsibility auditing and reporting processes.

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Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… Program Materials CSR Auditing & Reporting: Considerations for the General Counsel as Strategic Business Partner Author … & Deputy General Counsel EMEA Group SpA Measuring progress in CSR • Audit is an evaluation of a person, organization, system, process, …
Articles
Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
37 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 Hong Kong.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Hong Kong
… 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
Boekel De Nerée
08/01/2013

This primer is intended to provide lawyers and those involved in Dutch business operations with a good understanding of the essentials of Dutch employment law.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… Articles Boekel Businesswise Series - Employment Law in the Netherlands Author Boekel De Nerée August 1, 2013 This primer is intended to provide lawyers and those involved in Dutch …
Program Materials
David Cross, Stephen Dellinger, JC Miller, Alex Ponce de Leon
10/18/2016

Conducting discovery efficiently and effectively can significantly reduce litigation costs and enhance the chances for successful dispute resolution. This panel discussion will deal with discovery best practices, including litigation hold management, recent changes to the discovery portions of the US Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and techniques for managing and reducing the costs of discovery.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… reduce litigation costs and enhance the chances for successful dispute resolution. This panel discussion will … Scope and Purpose: These rules govern the procedure in all civil actions and proceedings in the United States … process must provide parties with efficient access to what is needed to prove a claim or defense….” Courts and counsel …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/26/2023
No matter how good you are, you must never stop improving — even at what might seem to be minor tasks. Career Path author James Bellerjeau tells you how in The ABCs of Work series. #ACCDocket #abcsofwork
… Development Source: ACC Docket … Today’s topic is Continuous Improvement .  Last time we talked about Belief … is unstoppable If you’ve been reading Career Path for a while, you know that continuous improvement is a … comes from reading a reference book or watching a tutorial online.   Perhaps we ask a colleague who is more advanced to …
Articles
Jorge Ojeda, Esq., Cacheaux Cavazos & Newton
01/01/2014
3 pages

This article discusses real estate and anti-money laundering legislation in Mexico.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Real Estate Law - The Purchase and Sale of Real Property … such as whether the purchase and sale of real property is considered an at-risk activity, as well as who is required …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2015
Policies that promote social and environmental justice should be integrated with the traditional production and consumption economy. Financial institutions play an important role in that economic model. Learn how credit-granting policies can work alongside the Brazilian government to achieve social and environmental sustainability.
… Docket Article The Role of Financial Institutions in Protecting Delicate Brazilian Ecosystems Antonio Carlos de … series . Recommended by the International Organization for Standardization, these best practices set out measures … resources have to be thoroughly examined. The target is balance among society, market and environment, creating a …
Articles
Peter C. Quittmeyer, Partner, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
08/12/2015

This Top Ten presents practical tips for preparing and managing a software audit in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Ten Tips for Managing a Software Audit Author Peter C. Quittmeyer, … for $3.2 million. As a practice pointer, when an audit is commenced, consider asking the software owner to provide … found, and there is no other way to fill the gaps than by buying new licenses from the owner. An experienced software …
Articles
Eric M Runesson and Simon Arvmyren, Sandart & Partners
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.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Sweden
… & Partners December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Program Materials
Gina Brickley Beredo, Tina Davis, David P. Hackett
04/07/2014

Over the course of two sessions, learn how to structure and implement an effective compliance program; review hallmark DOJ guidance and discuss the Federal Sentencing Guidelines and their application to corporate compliance programs; learn how to conduct a gap analysis and design a compliance program that fits your organization’s needs; learn about successful program-building strategies and how to avoid compliance program pitfalls; and learn how to measure the effectiveness of your program and conduct a compliance audit.

… Training Program April 7-8, Austin, TX This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2014 various authors … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com         Monday, April 7 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM 200: …  audits  and  controls  –  Post  CoC  on-­‐line  (company  website,  YouTube  channel,  Facebook  page,  etc)   …
Maura McCaffery
11/01/2019
8 pages

The environmental due diligence required for purchasing a commercial property can be daunting. Which of these assessments best fit your business goals?

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Region: United States
… quality due diligence reporting up front. One such service is an Acquisition Property Condition Assessment (APCA), which … of analysis provided by an APCA gives stakeholders more com- prehensive insights into a property’s needs, and can … licensing ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Phil Ytterberg
02/01/2008

Arbitration can often be viewed as something standardâ€"a process that comes up only during contract negotiations. Learn how to look at dispute resolution from the viewpoint of contractual arbitration, understanding that arbitration agreements can be customized to meet almost any contractual requirement.

… contract term. While some formalities are required, there is nothing magical about your stock arbitration clause. In … Policy (UDRP) which governs disputes related to the .com and several other top level domains. Under the UDRP, … that, despite the use of a disclaimer on Respondent’s website notifying internet users that the potterybarn.org …
Articles
CMS
10/10/2022
1116 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the legal framework for international arbitration in a wide range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Global, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, North America, South America, United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Oman, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Scotland, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Saudi Arabia, Netherlands, United States
… this multi-country guide, learn about the legal framework for international arbitration in a wide range of … the number and complexity of international transactions is ever increasing. As a consequence, the policies and … of suggested arbitrators published on the institution’s website. In the case of a sole arbitrator or an arbitral …
Articles
10/06/2015

This articles addresses pharmaceutical antitrust in Switzerland.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… LLP Publisher Gideon Roberton gideon.roberton@lbresearch.com Subscriptions Sophie Pallier … 1757-6288 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a speci[c situation. Legal … The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the …
Program Materials
Cara Group, Angela Hughes, Denis Quinlan, Phil Strauss
10/29/2014

Your company wants to expand internationally, but you know almost nothing about doing business in other countries. If your company is too small for an international office, what do you do if you just want to experiment and see whether you can generate revenue? Should you use independent contractors? Outsource? Hire employees? While you may not be able to learn all the laws of different countries, you can learn to identify key considerations for your clients and make solid business arguments for legal compliance. Learn about issues that should be considered and gather information for some specific jurisdictions.

… Program Materials Here Be Dragons: Your Company is Going International for the First Time-What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You Author … CEO says “we want to be in ____”? Does he mean launch a website? Contract with a local distributor? Set up a new …
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