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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 …
Articles
Richard L. Handley -- general counsel, Boca Resorts, Inc., and Stewart H. Lapayowker -- shareholder, corporate department, Akerman Senterfitt
11/01/2003

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.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… aircraft, the number of companies that do have aircraft is growing, especially because of security concerns since … is highly regulated and fraught with liability. Assuring com- pliance of corporate aircraft operations is a … are not eligible to partici- pate in the VWP. The BCIS website states that pri- vate aircraft will not be eligible …
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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

This Workplace Bullying training course will help you understand (1) what bullying is and how it affects the workplace; (2) how to respond to bullying; and (3) the standards of civility that we expect from all employees in our work environment. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Source: Resource Library
… training course will help you understand (1) what bullying is and how it affects the workplace; (2) how to respond to … from all employees in our work environment. (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
Christian Graham
04/01/2018

Ride-sharing company Uber has achieved staggering success, now boasting 300,000 drivers worldwide. But are these drivers employees, or are they independent contractors? This distinction has lead to complex litigation for the company, and has brought up key questions about how new forms of employment are protected under current laws.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… the case does proceed to trial, the likelihood of appeal is high no matter who prevails. ■■ Lessons learned. Companies … counsel for Advanced Retail Solutions. cgraham@grahamesq.com 44 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
ACC Employment & Labor Committee
11/19/2013

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from responses posted on the Employment & Labor eGroup, addresses issues regarding treatment of employees who are on long-term disability ("LTD") leave.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… LTD Benefits III. Period of Time Holding Jobs Open for Employees on LTD Leave IV. Compliance with The Americans … quoted below prior to publishing their eGroup comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.) CHANGE OF STATUS WHEN LTD LEAVE APPROVED Question: Once an employee is approved for long-term disability leave, do you change …
Articles
Richard A. Hall - founder and president, LexTech, Inc., and Keith Katsma - regional claims counsel, Zurich American Insurance
04/01/2000

Would you love to have the data and statistics promised by TBB but can’t bear the thought of the pains of implementation? This article is for you.

… Articles Tips, Traps, and Technology for Tracking Costs with Task-Based Billing Author Richard A. … the thought of the pains of implementation? This article is for you. Resource Details Interest Area: Litigation and … representa tion will send more business some of which com petitors would have received These benefits will persuade …
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. … …
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 …
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 …
Program Materials
Kari Endries
Jennifer Mailander
Karen Narwold
10/30/2013

One of the most important topics in corporate compliance and governance compliance is subsidiary management. In our expanding global economy, the challenges of managing subsidiaries are complex, fraught with risk, and can quickly become an administrative nightmare. In this panel, compliance and governance professionals will discuss their experiences in managing entities across the world, working with agents and outside counsel, and managing tax issues. The program is aimed at identifying lessons learned, improving work practices, and reducing the risks and expenses your organization faces in maintaining entities around the world.

… topics in corporate compliance and governance compliance is subsidiary management. In our expanding global economy, … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Wednesday, October 30 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 910: Best … sophisticated package •  Utilize your registered agent’s website for ordering good standing certificates, forms, etc. …
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 …
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 …
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
Articles
Checklists
In-house counsel members of the ACC Europe ESG Working Group
05/22/2024
16 pages

Are you building or reviewing your organization's ESG program, with a focus on Europe? This tool presents sample frameworks for the environmental, social, and governance components: (i) key considerations, (ii) a detailed map of core ESG subtopics for each of the three ESG facets, and (ii) for each subtopic, potential goals, standards, and metrics, and more.

… Building a Framework for an ESG Approach in Europe acc.com https://www.acc.com/ https://www.acc.com/ acc.com2 — … provide an exhaustive list of relevant legislation (which is constantly evolving), and does not recommend any specific … methods.²7 • Proposed right to repair directive.²8 • ECHA website list of hot topics²9 gives insights to possible …
Articles
Ted Claypoole, Danielle Benoit
09/01/2009

It may sound like an odd declaration to make, but in the present state of the economy there is no such thing as a secret. This article discusses the vulnerability of a failed businesses’ private data. What happens to the once personal — and considerably privileged — information of former clients, customers, employees and patients?

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… to make, but in the present state of the economy there is no such thing as a secret. This article discusses the … the business ends. California was the first state to adopt com- prehensive regulation of data disposal, and other states … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Dentons
11/09/2022
6 pages

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

Resource Details
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: 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 …
Blaise Benoit and Deana Uhl
09/01/2019
6 pages

As digital transformation initiatives continue to drive the business world, legal departments are often woefully unprepared. However, there are measures that can be taken to lessen the blow.

Resource Details
Region: Australia, Brazil, European Union, China, Japan, South Korea, United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… landscape at local, national, and global levels, it is imperative that legal departments take a proactive effort … of SemGroup’s US Gulf Coast assets. bbenoit@semgroup.com Deana Uhl is a senior director in the FTI Technology … stores and then launched a completely separate retail website. It is now merging the two and integrating all of its …
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
Alex Potts and Chen Foley, Sedgwick Chudleigh Ltd
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: Bermuda
… 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 … is publicly available online via the Bermuda Parliament website, www.parliament.bm. 26 T ravel and entertainment …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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