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Articles
Robert Falk, Tom Kovach, and Kristen Tassone
10/01/2015

Maybe you think you don’t have the skills you need to successfully fundraise for your nonprofit organization. You do. Everything you need to know you learned years ago. So let’s talk about what you know and how you can apply it.

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Source: ACC Docket
… a cause you care passionately about. Inevitably, somebody is going to ask you to help raise money. Does the idea of … abroad. He graduated from Middlebury College. tkovach@me.com Kristen Tassone is a 3L at the George Washington … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Stephen E. Roth
07/01/2015

The most popular session at the ACC Annual Meeting in New Orleans filled a hall with over 600 lawyers. The topic was emotional intelligence. Find out why this is such an important skill as well as how you can develop it.

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Source: ACC Docket
… The topic was emotional intelligence. Find out why this is such an important skill as well as how you can develop it. … and JD from the University of Tennessee. stephen.roth@jtv.com 54 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WORK IT OUT: … The second workout can also be found on the TalentSmart website. After you take the EQ test, you’ll see two other …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
27 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of merger control, regulatory framework and regulatory authorities in the European Union.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … appeals, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … the fact that a notification has been made on its website and in the Official Journal, including the: ■ Names …
Articles
Ronan P. Harty, Lawyer, Davis, Polk & Wardwell, LLP, Howard A. Shelanski, Counsel, Davis, Polk & Wardwell, LLP and Professor of Law, Georgetown University, and Jesse Solomon, Lawyer, Davis, Polk & Wardwell, LLP
09/19/2014

This article analyzes data from the FTC’s and the DOJ’s review of mergers over thirty years, from 1981 through 2010, for correlations to shifts in political administration.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Luxembourg, Sweden, Switzerland, United States
… of mergers over thirty years, from 1981 through 2010, for correlations to shifts in political administration. … States Doctrines l Concurrences N° 2-2012 www.concurrences.com Ronan P. harty ronan.harty@davispolk.com l Lawyer, Davis … with any meaningful assessment of their performance5. He is particularly skeptical of uncritical, activity-based …
Articles
Lim Chong Kin and Charmian Aw, Drew & Napier LLC
12/11/2014

This article summarises the legislative framework for the protection of personally<br />identifiable information (PII).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… with: Adams & Adams Arzinger Coelho Ribeiro e Associados Com advokatbyrå Drew & Napier LLC ELIG, Attorneys-at-Law … 2051-1280 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal … or • by registering online through the DNC Registry website. Further, it had been proposed that registration of a …
Program Materials
Douglas, McQuiston, Brian Kenner, Mark Rudoff, Bob Taylor
10/02/2012

Explore ethical considerations involving electronic file sharing, accessibility and storage, as well as document retention and destruction.

… Meeting September 30-October 3, Orlando, FL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2012 various authors … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com          Tuesday, October 2, 2012 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 805 … Eisenberg Jerry Eisenberg is a zonal managing attorney for the Chartis insurance staff counsel program. As such, he …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

Whether you work in marketing, sales, operations, business development or finance, you need to know how to spot "corrupt payment" issues and respond appropriately. (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
… payment" issues and respond appropriately. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution … of ethics and compliance training since 1999. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
Articles
Eversheds LLP
06/01/2004

Discusses the wide range of varying and often ill defined approaches to legal professional privilege in different European jurisdictions. Includes steps to consider in maximizing the protection afforded by privilege.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, European Union, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States
… Articles Legal Professional Privilege: The Issues For Multinational Businesses With Operations In Europe Author … trial membership . … ILAC Briefing July 2004 www.eversheds.com CONTACTS For further information please contact: John … given to business through legal professional privilege is critical, particularly for multinational companies. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2015
I am vice president of membership for my local ACC chapter (San Diego). As an organization, we’re focusing on involving existing members in ACC programs and recruiting new members to join.
… Date: 08/01/2015 I am vice president of membership for my local ACC chapter (San Diego). As an organization, … MEMBER SINCE 2006 The 2015 Engaging Your Network Campaign is an opportunity for you to deepen your connections with … United States for direct sales, including retail stores, online sales and field sales, as well as corporate security, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/20/2017

This is a sample master materials purchase agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Master Materials Purchase Agreement January 20, 2017 This is a sample master materials purchase agreement. Resource … to this Agreement, the term of this Agreement shall be for a period of [NUMBER OF YEARS 1] years from the Effective … any business names, trade names, trademarks, Buyer names, website names, domain names, URLs, dba's, or any other Buyer …
Articles
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
10/30/2013

A guide to doing business in Canada. Includes review of trade and investment regulation, foreign investment rules, environmental laws, and bankruptcy.

… *Associated Office Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | blakes.com A disciplined, team-driven approach focused squarely on … GUIDE TO DOING BUSINESS IN CANADA Doing Business in Canada is intended as an introductory summary. Specific advice … on Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s (CIC) public website. Finally, many temporary foreign workers will be …
Checklists
Dentons
04/04/2022
9 pages

Consider this checklist to help you assess compliance with the Personal Information Protection Law of China ("PIPL") adopted on 20 August 2021.

… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … 1 • dentons.com Are you on track for compliance with the Personal … Extraterritorial Reach Assess whether your organization is processing any personal information in mainland China. … 2021. This checklist was originally published on the website of Dentons on October 29, 2021. … Dentons … Consider …
Articles
Scott R. McLaughlin, Christine Bestor Townsend, and Tobias E. Schlueter (Ogletree Deakins)
05/29/2024
6 pages

Overview of the Federal Trade Commission's May 7, 2024 final rule banning most noncompete agreements in the United States, including options that employers should consider if the rule is not stayed by the federal courts prior to its effective date in September 2024.

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Region: United States
… options that employers should consider if the rule is not stayed by the federal courts prior to its effective … Requirements, and Employer Considerations https://ogletree.com/people/scott-r-mclaughlin … do now? This resource was originally published on the website of Ogletree Deakins on May 24, 2024. … Scott R. …
Articles
Christopher R. Ryan and John J. McDonald
12/01/2011

Do you know where to start when seeking venture capital financing? There are a lot of key investment terms to consider, and some approaches to these terms favor the VC, while others favor the company. Before signing the dotted line, be sure to understand the expected timeline and your approach to the process.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… contact, attorney, accountant or investment banker who is trusted by the Vc. If the Vc is interested, the mutual … which may surface differences of opinion between the com- pany and the Vc on key deal terms that cannot be … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2017
As the world prepares to enter a period of increasing isolationism, one effect is indisputable: It will slow down global commerce. From conducting a large-scale international acquisition to simply sending an email, in-house counsel can expect to encounter a wide array of new legal considerations that will directly impact cross-border business operations.
… to enter a period of increasing isolationism, one effect is indisputable: It will slow down global commerce. From … countries perceived to be a threat. The digital border . For businesses, the greatest cross-border danger may lie in … (5) exchanging information with a foreign person; (6) buying a foreign good or service from a foreign person living …
Articles
William A. Ryan, Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer (AT&T Services Inc.), Allen Garrett, Partner (Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP), and Brad Sears, Associate (Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP)
08/08/2023

The recent story of two New York attorneys “duped” by ChatGPT into citing “fake” cases in a court submission illustrates some of the risks of using artificial intelligence.

But the attorney missteps in the ChatGPT case are entirely avoidable. And the emergence of generative AI carries extraordinary potential if attorneys can learn to use the technology wisely.

… AI applications can create original content. Watch out for “fake” cases . A New York federal judge recently … at least the portions allegedly available on an unnamed “online database”). In fact, Mr. Schwartz had prepared the … that “[t]echnological advances are commonplace and there is nothing inherently improper about using a reliable …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/28/2015

This is a sample of performing services in new countries and high risk countries.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… New Countries and High Risk Countries April 28, 2015 This is a sample of performing services in new countries and high … is to set forth a request, review and approval process for ________ and its wholly-owned subsidiaries (the … does not include the sale of Company software via an online, click through agreement (an “Online Sale”). Project …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2018
In-house counsel should learn the potential benefits of collecting and analyzing data as it relates to the selection of outside counsel, the handling of internal risk and litigation matters, and the management of commercial agreements. In this article, a sample business case outlines the return on investment legal departments can anticipate if in-house counsel increase their data collection methods, as well as solutions for maximizing data on a tight budget.
… their data collection methods, as well as solutions for maximizing data on a tight budget. Resource Details … counsel, consider using data to identify which firm is best suited to handle the task at hand. Internal risk. No … a solution leveraging existing human resources rather than buying. As with many technological solutions, the decision to …
Articles
Lisa Hart Shepherd, Vice President of Research & Advisory Services, and Founder of Acritas Thomson Reuters
08/01/2020
8 pages

A focus on efficiency and effectiveness—these were the strategic priorities for the majority of legal teams.
This was a consistent message from corporate law departments around the world. In Europe respondents placed particular emphasis on the drive for efficiency. In this report, in-house counsel will learn about the priorities and implementation strategies of European corporate departments.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Europe, European Union
Audience: Small Law Departments
… and effectiveness—these were the strategic priorities for the majority of legal teams. This was a consistent … State of European Corporate Legal Departments Cost control is a principal driver of efficiency, and only 29 percent of … Reuters. For more information on Thomson Reuters, visit tr.com, legalsolutions.co.uk, and for the latest world news, …
Articles
Kristien Kaelen
09/01/2000

The European Commission has extensive powers to investigate possible infringements of EC competition law, including the power to carry out on-the-spot investigations at a company’s premises, if necessary, without prior warning (so-called dawn raids). This article provides information about your company’s rights and obligations in responding to a dawn raid.

… According to chief Competition Commissioner Monti It is better to go out and make dawn raids The European … to perform dawn raids and how companies can prepare for and respond to them Some companies will already have … documents should be checked The inspectors should carry com mission staff cards bearing their names staff num bers …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/01/2023
37 pages

Teaching law school is an exciting opportunity for in-house counsel to share their practical knowledge and help develop the next generation of lawyers. View a compilation of course proposals, syllabi, and exams, that have been created and used by members of the in-house community who have taught or are teaching a class in law school.

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Region: United States
… and Exams December 1, 2023 37 pages Teaching law school is an exciting opportunity for in-house counsel to share … to join, please contact our Networks team at networks@acc.com. They would be happy to add you to this community, … posted on TWEN, available on Westlaw, or available through website of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Class …
Articles
Squire Sanders
05/29/2014

This resource covers the important aspects to consider when doing business in Singapore.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… membership . … DOING BUSINESS IN SINGAPORE 3Singapore is often regarded as one of the world’s easiest place to do … is these efforts that have earned Singapore the reputation for being the world’s easiest place to do business as well as … Poland Belarus Ecudor Liechtenstein Portugal squiresanders.com 11993/01/14 … This resource covers the important aspects …
Articles
Joseph Petersen, Partner; Harris W. Henderson, Allison Scott Roach, Jared S. Welsh, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LLP
09/13/2017
46 pages

This ACC Guide (InfoPak) provides an overview of the fair use doctrine under US law, and offers guidance in navigating its application.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
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 … images of the American west, which he posted on his own website and—via a license—on other websites as well. …
Articles
Meritas
07/01/2013

An easy reference guide to employee non-compete agreements across borders. It sets out the key considerations to take into account when drafting, updating and enforcing non-compete agreements and restrictive covenants in different jurisdictions in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… -5- -6- A U S T R IA As long as the employment contract is effective, employees have a duty of confidentiality … with this regulation, the employer may claim compensation for the damage incurred or, alternatively, require that the … “minimum-compensation”). Bützow Attorneys Ltd. www.butzow.com Mr. Timo Jarmas Tel: +358 3 3138 2800 …
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.

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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 …
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Ruth Boardman, James Mullock, Ariane Mole, Bird & Bird
10/18/2016

The changes which are to be ushered in by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018 are substantial and ambitious. This guide seeks to summarise the key changes that the new law will bring and to highlight the most important actions which organisations should take in preparing to comply with it.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… and ambitious. At over 200 pages long the Regulation is one of the most wide ranging pieces of legislation passed … to be established in Hungary as a result of the use of a website in Hungarian which advertised Hungarian properties … Agencies (“LEA”) Directive1, initially based on COM(2012) 10 and which was subject to political agreement on …
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 …
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 …
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