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Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/29/2024
Many of our in-house colleagues will be celebrating Diwali this season. For the unfamiliar, Kriti Tannan, senior director — legal at JLL, shares details about the holiday.
… Docket Article Diwali Is Here — Do You Know How to Celebrate with Your Colleagues? … colleagues will be celebrating Diwali this season. For the unfamiliar, Kriti Tannan, senior director — legal at … … Banner artwork by graphicsolutions7234 / Shutterstock.com What is Diwali?  Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/03/2022
Were you there? Wish you had been? Want to next time? Find out what ACC’s Europe Conference was about and see some of attendees. #ACCDocket #ACCEurope
… included programming which shed light on new opportunities for in-house counsel as they continue to address challenges … gets difficult - retaining talent in a competitive market is a real challenge," Van Koppen said. John Rigau , vice … Europe, based in Barcelona, Spain, added, “You can always buy technical skills in law firms. But if you find talents …
Articles
Stephen Clayton, Esq., In-Transition
06/01/2011

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.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: United States
Audience: Small Law Departments
… Top Ten Basics of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Compliance for the Small Legal Department Author Stephen Clayton, Esq., In-Transition June 1, 2011 In this brief article, in-house … U.S.C. § 78dd-1, 15 U.S.C. §§ 78m(b)(2)(A) and (B)of 1977 is a well-established United States law which impacts every …
Articles
03/22/2013

The Guide to the ACC Value Challenge in Europe is a user-friendly resource designed for both those who are just beginning to look at value in the in-house legal function, and those who have already made progress in delivering value.
Each chapter provides basic guidelines and a few more advanced approaches. Some chapters may be more useful to those just starting out on the ACC Value Challenge, and other chapters may provide greater benefit to those who are already leading initiatives to increase value from external or internal resources. The case examples included in the guide provide a range of beginning to advanced steps as well. <br><br>Download the PDF, or view the interactive digital edition at <a href="http://www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe">www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe </a>

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Albania, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, European Union, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… 22, 2013 The Guide to the ACC Value Challenge in Europe is a user-friendly resource designed for both those who are … the interactive digital edition at <a href="http://www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe">www.acc.com/valuechallenge/europe … from published ACC resources that are available on the ACC website. In some cases, the text has been adapted for the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/09/2017

This is a sample letter of agreement between a hotel and company.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts Letter of Agreement February 9, 2017 This is a sample letter of agreement between a hotel and company. … [DAY], [DATE] to [DAY], [DATE] Dear [NAME]: Thank you for selecting [HOTEL FULL NAME] (“Hotel”) as the site for … full Terms and Conditions apply and may be viewed at [WEBSITE URL]. FORCE MAJEURE: The performance of the agreement …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2017
Any GC who presides over a significant legal budget is failing to do her job if she does not involve procurement experts in her purchasing decisions.
… Any GC who presides over a significant legal budget is failing to do her job if she does not involve procurement … Area: Law Department Management Source: ACC Docket … As buying power has shifted from law firm providers to legal … professionals to help them appoint the right law firms for their legal panels or for individual high-cost …
Articles
03/30/2023

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.

… starts with a demand letter. While receiving such a letter is not the same as being served with a complaint, such … He can be contacted at aabsher@kilpatricktownsend.com and 336.607.7307. mailto:aabsher@kilpatricktownsend.com … by marking its products with the relevant patent number or website listing the relevant patent numbers. For example, if …
Articles
Tracy Cole, Rachel Palmer Hooper, and Lauren J. Resnick, Baker Hostetler
08/30/2022
2 pages

The US Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, has created profound uncertainty for individuals and entities attempting to navigate a web of inconsistent and often conflicting federal and state laws. One key question is the impact of individual state laws on the provision of health-related services or benefits across state lines, particularly where state laws provide for criminal liability.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… often conflicting federal and state laws. One key question is the impact of individual state laws on the provision of … Multi-State Entities | BakerHostetler https://www.bakerlaw.com/Post-Roe-Criminal-Implications-for-Multi-State-Entities … Hostetler This article was originally published on the website of  Baker Hostetler on July 11, 2022. … Tracy Cole, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law - David V. Snyder, chair, Susan A. Maslow, vice chair. Principled Purchasing Project led by Sarah Dadush†
05/10/2022
68 pages

How does your contract governance protect human rights in your international supply chain? Consider the Model Contract Clauses to Protect Workers in International Supply Chains, Version 2.0, developed by the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law.

Resource Details
Collection: Sustainability
Region: Global, United States
… was born of challenge, frustration, and hope. There is little doubt that workers in international supply chains … Foundation. 115 Electronic copy available at: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3829782 horrifying ways, even as they work to … “to advance human rights . . . and eradicate abuse.” Its website is in eight languages: English, Arabic, Chinese, …
Articles
Andrew J. Seger
11/01/2012
10 pages

Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often performed by business people with no formal legal education. During contract negotiations, different rules and obligations apply to a lawyer depending on whether the party on the other side of the table is represented by counsel. Learn about these rules so as not to be caught on the wrong end of a deal.

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Source: ACC Docket
Collection: Contract Negotiation Skills
Region: United States
… J. Seger November 1, 2012 10 pages Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often … the University of Toledo College of Law. andy.seger@steris.com 72 ASSoCiATion oF CorPorATe CoUnSel CoMing To TerMS when … ACC hAS More MATeriAl on ThiS SUBjeCT on oUr weBSiTe. viSiT www.ACC.COM, where yoU CAn BrowSe oUr …
Articles
Norman Wain
07/01/2015

When it comes to the professional sports industry, the business case for the general counsel position is clear. From providing business-oriented advice to detouring clients around risk, the general counsel is an indispensible role that can save the company money.

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Source: ACC Docket
… the business case for the general counsel position is clear. From providing business-oriented advice to … DOCKET JULY/AUGUST 2015 37 Typical Scenario: A mid-sized com- pany is experiencing significant revenue growth. It is … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Checklists
R. Lance Witcher, Kevin D. Bland, Phillip B. Russell, and Kenneth B. Siepman (Ogletree Deakins)
12/20/2024

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

… Have To): Over-report to OSHA Rolling out the red carpet for OSHA Allowing employees to work during the walkaround … in an informal settlement conference What To Do When OSHA Is At Your Door Alert the safety manager and contact higher … which you would not want to see on the front page or website of a newspaper. And, never allow your company to be …
Articles
Catherine Hammon, Digital Transformation Knowledge Lawyer, Mark Taylor, Partner, and Ian McKenzie, Associate Director, Osborne Clarke LLP UK
03/15/2022
4 pages

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.

Resource Details
Collection: Blockchain
Region: Europe, United Kingdom
… . … Document number: OC_UK/116065864.1 1 osborneclarke.com Businesses can take comfort that smart contract … the occurrence of a specified condition or conditions, is capable of running automatically according to … Clarke LLP UK This article was originally published on the website of Osborne Clarke LLP on January 18, 2022. … …
CMS
10/10/2022
16 pages

Learn about the most important terms and phrases within the Social aspect of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).

… ESG - Lexicon of most important terms and phrases Why ESG is taking centre stage Issues such as climate change, … & Pensions Group Paris caroline.froger-michon@cms-fl.com Caroline Froger-Michon Partner Zagreb … (ESG). This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on 21 March 2022. … CMS … Learn about the …
Program Materials
10/21/2015

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.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… and governance risk and compliance (GRC) aim to solve for the same problems, they are arguably separate processes …  sponsors, and/or the ACC. This ACC Annual Meeting material is not intended as a … Rothman can be contacted via e‐mail at jrothman@epiqsystems.com or  phone at (913) 621‐9950. Gracie Renbarger …
Checklists
ACC
07/08/2013

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

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… Trading Card Author ACC July 8, 2013 This check card is a printable resource with practical advice on how to avoid … membership . … AVOIDING INSIDER�TRADING It is illegal for a director, officer or employee who has material, … Information ✓DO NOT use the information as a basis for buying or selling company stock. ✓DO NOT discuss the …
Articles
CMS
11/18/2022
8 pages

Learn about top developments and predictions in the TMT sector (Technology, Media, and Telecom) in China.

… M +86 186 1842 8030/+852 9756 5043 E nick.beckett@cms-cmno.com Kelly Chen Associate T +86 10 8527 0259 M +86 185 1825 … According to the DSL, the processor of important data is subject to heavier regulation compared to other … and more. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on 23 May 2022. … CMS … Learn about top …
Articles
Global Legal Group
08/04/2023
200 pages

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

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Region: Global, Austria, Brazil, China, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe
… Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz 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 Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … accounts, at the registered seat of the company or on its website at least 21 days before the share- holders’ meeting. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/04/2021
During times of increasing global trade tensions and restrictions, having a holistic view of how different legal sectors intersect is key.
… a holistic view of how different legal sectors intersect is key. Resource Details Interest Area: Intellectual Property … re-prioritization, and proactive business engagement for these risks.   Companies conducting foreign business … data collection policies concerning national security. Law.com commented that “few, if any, saw it coming.” In India in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
With depressing frequency, I find that too many smart and capable candidates derail themselves by making some elementary mistakes. Give yourself every chance to stand out and succeed by following these simple rules.
… speak at law schools or to our intern classes, I am asked for advice on getting a job. I always tell them to focus on … as the continuing fallout from the COVID-19 crisis is causing summer associate and new hire roles to evaporate … heard candidates ask me something that was right on our website, or that they could have looked up easily with …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
37 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 States.

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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 … 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
Dentons
11/09/2022
6 pages

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

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Region: Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Asia
in SEA has been rapid. Digital assets investments in SEA is expected to further increase. This demand for digital assets will likely cut across all wealth and … in January 2022 also provides that provision of online financial services (including cryptocurrency …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/10/2021
Encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work is essential for companies when promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs.
… Encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work is essential for companies when promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion … discussion group with women across the country, did some online counseling on essay writing for college applications, …
Program Materials
Alessandro Macrì
Legal Counsel, GMAC Financial Services
06/27/2013

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.

… Services History • The idea that the value of an asset is the present value of the cash flows that you expect to … • Net Present Value – It is the total discounted value for a series of cash flows across a time period extending … Suggested readings by Damodaran’s website Depending on your company/sector: Valuing Financial …
Articles
Stephen Peterson, Partner
10/01/2014

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.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Considerations for Creating Real Estate Joint Ventures Author Stephen … those returns and a return of their capital, there is often a "promote" (sometimes referred to as "carried … an exit. Agreements often provide for a traditional buy/sell where either member can set a price at which it will …
Articles
Practical Law Company
09/24/2014
34 pages

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

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Belgium
… 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/5-540-1660. This Q&A is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to private … regulation and merger control. This is the official website of the Federal Public Service Economy. English …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/19/2022
Many times, it isn’t enough to know the law and your industry well — in-house counsel should be skilled in project management. To help you manage your workload, executive coach Amii Barnard-Bahn interviews global project management expert Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez about his best practices. #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel #projectmanagement
… program director at GlaxoSmithKline Vaccines , is a global leader in his field and author of the Harvard … an in-house counsel pointed out that the bank could aim for a minimum scope and still be in compliance. “That freed … at the outset. For example, Waterfall PM is similar to buying an empty plot of land, waiting to build the house …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2016
We believe there are a number of key trends that have emerged over the past few years, particularly in Australia and Asia, which will influence and shape the region’s legal markets in 2016. These are globalisation, deregulation, and the burgeoning of alternative services providers and innovative solutions.
… Department Management Source: ACC Docket … Asia Pacific is vast with exceptionally diverse legal, regulatory, and … predictions about the future of the legal profession for the entire region is challenging. However, we believe … Australia and Asia is helping to change corporate counsel buying behavior as the option of unbundling legal services …
Articles
Ashurst
10/01/2013

Based on the General Plan and the supplementary measures, this article sets out a summary of the key policy initiatives for the FTZ.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: China
… Articles Rules for Shanghai Free Trade Zone Finally Unveiled Author Ashurst … law firms Credit investigation  Foreign investment is permitted. Travel agency  Sino-foreign equity joint … shorter in the future. 1 Please refer to http://news.ifeng.com/shendu/21sjjjbd/detail_2013_10/01/30031518_0.shtml …
Articles
Richard English
10/01/2012

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.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and increased customer demands, iP risk-shifting is happening at both ends of the channel. This has resulted … He may be contacted at richard.english@ ingrammicro.com. ACC Docket 82 October 2012 manufactured a closed-box … the meeting. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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