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Robert Dever, Dr. Lars Haverkamp, LL.M., Ben Jones, Rafael Moll de Alba, Philippe de Guyenro, Rebekka Sandwell
(Eversheds Sutherland)
10/26/2023
7 pages

This article discusses the potential impacts of two proposals by the European Commission - a Council Directive on Business in Europe - Framework for Income Taxation (BEFIT) and a Council Directive on transfer pricing.

If adopted by the European Council (the Council), the new Directives will significantly impact the taxation of businesses within the EU.

… Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-European Commissions BEFIT and transfer pricing proposals … set off against profits across borders. The base is then allocated back to Member States who will be able to … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. < Go back © Eversheds Sutherland 2022. All rights …
ACC
10/01/2019
2 pages

Chief legal officers’ concerns about vendor risks, new employees, and more statistics from ACC’s benchmarking reports.

Resource Details
Audience: CLO / GC
… that growth (in revenue, customers, new markets, etc.) is the biggest focus for CEOs. Contract demand… According to the 2019 CLO Survey, … 2018. see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS w w w . o g letree.c o m Visit us at Bo oth 515 . …
12/01/2016

Doing Business in Digital Era - session held in Sydney 1 December 2016.

… WILLIAMS Partner (02) 9390 8331 tal.williams@holmanwebb.com.au In-House Update: The Electronic World at Law 2 TODAY  … obligations via social media or electronic communications is no different to violation of those obligations in any …  Your IT personnel are unable to unlock them. A demand for $1700 has been received to provide you with the key to …
06/16/2017

Doing Business in a Digital Era: where is the law up to? - presentation held in Canberra 16 June 2017.

Resource Details
Region: Australia
… Doing Business in a Digital Era: where is the law up to? June 16, 2017 Doing Business in a Digital … WILLIAMS Partner (02) 9390 8331 tal.williams@holmanwebb.com.au The Electronic World at Law THE GENERAL RISKS � … � Your IT personnel are unable to unlock them. A demand for $1,700 has been received to provide you with the key to …
Articles
01/27/2023

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses how to protect privileged information in internal email communication, under US law. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the community of the New to In-house Network.*

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… each individual email as privileged when it potentially is? What is the most practical way of maintaining privilege … how it may arise in an in-house setting ( http://www2.acc.com/legalresources/resource.cfm?show=1374414 ). Also ACC has … ton of articles and practical advice on privilege in their website, including training materials for your business …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/12/2021
For in-house lawyers considering working in a new country, ACC Chair Jo Anne Schwendinger shares some insights from her time as an expat.
… Tiffani R. Alexander Publication Date: 05/12/2021 For in-house lawyers considering working in a new country, … system. That university was created in 1303; and is now known as l’Université d'Avignon et des Pays du … you for an upcoming column. Please email chair@acc.com . … For in-house lawyers considering working in a new
Articles
Practical Law
06/15/2017
26 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of restraints of trade, monopolies and abuses of market power in India.

Resource Details
Region: India
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … EU law, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … This format can be accessed and downloaded from the CCI's website (see http://www.cci.gov.in/). f. Filing Fee The …
Articles
Todd H. Silberman
11/01/2010

The author recounts his search for a new position in the midst of the recession, imparting practical advice and lessons learned along the way.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Small Law — Life Is a Journey Author Todd H. Silberman November 1, 2010 The author recounts his search for a new position in the midst of the recession, imparting … on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ articles/acc-docket. Life Is a Journey By Todd H. …
Articles
CMS
10/19/2022
8 pages

Learn about how the Human Resources function can help to measure their organization's performance regarding the Social dimension of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).

… starting to pay more attention to the other aspects. The S is about how organisations treat their workforce and their … which an organisation is required to publish on its website, is one clear area in which its commitment to this … on a variety of topics delivered by email. cms-lawnow.com © C M S C am er on M cK en na N ab ar ro O ls w an g LL P …
Articles
Rukshad Davar, Partner, Kritika Agarwal, Associate Partner and Rahul Datta, Associate, Majmudar & Partners, India
06/25/2021

Indian securities law has focused on regulating, holding accountable, and penalizing “promoters” because concentrated family-owned businesses have been the prevailing business model so far in India. This Quick Overview will explain changes made to the law and different concepts put for by a recently published consultation paper.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Region: India, Asia
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC
… explain changes made to the law and different concepts put for by a recently published consultation paper. Resource … CLO / GC … Key Highlights: - India’s securities regulator is considering shifting its focus from “promoters” to … document, and other details can be made available on the website of the company.    The revised disclosure norms will …
Articles
01/23/2015

NEW COUNTRIES ADDED!!
This multi-PAK provides a high level overview of merger control, restrictive agreements and practices, monopolies and abuse of market power, and joint ventures in various jurisdictions. In particular, it covers relevant triggering events and thresholds, notification requirements, procedures and timetables, third party claims, exclusions and exemptions, penalties for breach, and proposals for reform.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Mexico, Russia, United Kingdom, 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
The Global Legal Post in association with TerraLex
05/12/2015
26 pages

This article highlights the redefinition of general counsels’ role – from their contribution at the top table to their place at the heart of business operations.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… Connections. Seamless Service.sm 3www.globallegalpost.com The General Counsel Excellence Report 2015 CONTENTS 4 … prices Judith Shepherd, group general counsel at Barclays, is a keen fan of the right price, using three drivers to … Another 12 per cent always use a law firm network website and 8 per cent said they always use local embassies …
Articles
The Global Legal Post - www.globallegalpost.com
05/12/2015
25 pages

This article highlights the redefinition of general counsels’ role – from their contribution at the top table to their place at the heart of business operations.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Edition Author The Global Legal Post - www.globallegalpost.com May 12, 2015 25 pages This article highlights the … prices Judith Shepherd, group general counsel at Barclays, is a keen fan of the right price, using three drivers to … Another 12 per cent always use a law firm network website and 8 per cent said they always use local embassies …
Articles
Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
59 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investing in businesses based in Australia and developing commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in May 2019.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Australia
… Business Investment and Expansion in Australia. Australia is a land of opportunity for foreign investors and those … also one of the eligibility requirements for obtaining a .com.au domain name. AUSTRALIA: A Legal Guide for Business … It is generally accepted that publishing the policy on its website would comply with this requirement. AUSTRALIA: A …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/07/2023
Just what are AI’s recent advancements and how are they impacting our legal system? #AI #MachineLearning #ChatGPT #LegalTech #ACC #ACCDocket
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock.com Lawyers are currently litigating the boundaries of AI … our legal system? Lawyers have used AI to automate tasks for years. AI is a multi-purpose technology that makes processes faster, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/29/2023
13 pages

This is a sample agreement for the purchase and assignment of US patents between a seller and a purchaser. This sample includes a choice of New York law.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Assignment Agreement March 29, 2023 13 pages This is a sample agreement for the purchase and assignment of US patents between a … "Patents" means the issued United States patents listed in [EXHIBIT 1] together with any divisionals, continuations …
Program Materials
Debra Condino, Morag Macdonald, Wouter Pors, and David Simon
10/29/2013

After a 40-year history of negotiations, it is expected that the Unified Patent Court (UPC) will soon become a reality in Europe. The UPC will have jurisdiction for litigation relating to the new Unitary Patent and the European Patent granted by the European Patent Office. Attend this session to hear the latest on this groundbreaking development, and its implications for obtaining and defending patents in Europe.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… 29, 2013 After a 40-year history of negotiations, it is expected that the Unified Patent Court (UPC) will soon … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 29 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 809: What Does the … as Q&A’s is available through the Preparatory Committee’s website at www.unified-patent- court.org. 4. Unitary Patent …
Articles
Clayton Utz
05/07/2015

This Quick Counsel provides a high level overview of key aspects of Australian contract law for those doing business in Australia or entering into contracts governed by Australian law.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… level overview of key aspects of Australian contract law for those doing business in Australia or entering into … Australia … Overview When entering into a contract it is important to recognise and understand the legal system … Consequently, the laws applicable to contracts online are the same as those applicable to non-virtual …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2015
Even though the changes brought by the information revolution cannot be undone, it seems worthwhile to gain perspective on how the information revolution has changed the practice of law, and whether the changes are good, bad or neutral.
… Keep and build upon the technology solutions that work for you, and feel no qualms about discarding those that … Yes, technologically, the information revolution is in full swing, but in the legal field, we are experiencing … phones, laptops, scanners, portable media (USBs, etc.) and online file sharing. Respondents were allowed to submit open …
Articles
David Yerich and Gina M. Anders
05/01/2011

If your company is plagued by document review troubles, early data assessment (EDA) might be the key. EDA technologies can prove invaluable when gathering and organizing data; assessing the merits and value of a case; and conducting internal audits and investigations. To learn more about the types, benefits and strategies of EDA, read this article.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Yerich and Gina M. Anders May 1, 2011 If your company is plagued by document review troubles, early data assessment … documents. a two-stage search approach is becoming more com- mon. Start with a wider-net search for initial … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Kenneth A. Cutshaw
03/01/2008

A new column for ACC Docket, Outsource Resource, covers and discusses the challenges in-house counsel face with limited budget and staff.

… Articles Outsource Resource: Outsourcing is a Way of Life Author Kenneth A. Cutshaw February 29, 2008 A new column for ACC Docket, Outsource Resource, covers and discusses the … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com Outsourcing is A Way of Life By Kenneth A. CutshAw …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert
07/15/2011

This article discusses trends in hiring, legal department structure, and recruitment and retention initiatives companies are making in this new era of law.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Your Career By Charles A. Volkert, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … annual Future Law Office research report, Best Practices for a New Era in the Legal Profession, explores a variety of … Counsel, ©2011, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
Dentons
04/04/2022
42 pages

A 42-page guide by Dentons regarding the AI journey - opening eyes to opportunity and risk.

… Artificial Intelligence Guide offers insight into what is happening in the legal arena on the fast moving and … D +39 02 726 268 00 giangiacomo.olivi@dentons.com Daria Nazarova Europe Head of Business Development, TMT T … intelligence. This guide was originally published on the website of Dentons . … Dentons … A 42-page guide by Dentons …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2017
This article first examines why in-house lawyers should develop non-legal skills. Secondly, it will consider which “non-traditional” skills, competencies, and knowledge are important and why. Finally, it will briefly outline the challenge of sourcing training for these skills.
… it will briefly outline the challenge of sourcing training for these skills. Resource Details Interest Area: Skills and … Traditional legal skills are no longer sufficient, and it is essential to develop “non-traditional” business skills … problem of providing corporate employees with engaging online compliance training. I observed first-hand how it …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
Given the significant financial benefits tempting whistleblowers, and the knowledge that a whistleblower could thwart the benefits of cooperation, companies are increasingly incentivized to self-report violations of the law.
… products may be exported, where they can be exported, and for what purpose they can be exported. Task of multitasking. In-house counsel will need to review the rules, regulations, … in order to receive cooperation credit. This is an all-or-nothing approach that gives no credit for
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/28/2020
“Digital transformation” is a phrase that is increasingly heard in legal circles. But what exactly does it mean?
… Publication Date: 09/28/2020 “Digital transformation” is a phrase that is increasingly heard in legal circles. But … with  effective customer analytics capabilities , for example, have a materially higher likelihood of achieving … and technology solutions; content-enabled workflow and online legal research technologies; efficiency tools, such as …
Articles
Thomson Reuters
06/01/2021
12 pages

The regulatory regime surrounding cryptocurrencies is fragmented and stretches to the extremes in some jurisdictions. Learn more about how different countries deal with cryptocurrencies.

Resource Details
Collection: Blockchain
Region: Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC
… pages The regulatory regime surrounding cryptocurrencies is fragmented and stretches to the extremes in some … Regulatory Intelligence in New York legal.thomsonreuters.com/en/products/ regulatory-intelligence … taken a light regulatory approach. According to the GFSC website, “Virtual or crypto currencies could interact with …
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 the United Kingdom.

… 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 … of Corporate Counsel   32 Description. Official website where original language text of the legislation …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
07/10/2015

This checklist presents key issues regarding the U.S. International sanctions regime and their impact on energy markets.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of certain property claims o Neither of these criteria is expected to be met in the near term  Without lifting the … telecommunications o Permit U.S. persons to travel to Cuba for certain authorized reasons  May 2015: The U.S. State … contact: Mark Herlach 202.383.0172 mark.herlach@sutherland.com Cheryl Aaron 202.383.0917 cheryl.aaron@sutherland.com
Program Materials
Bill Mordan
06/01/2015

In recent years the legal profession has changed significantly at an ever- increasing pace. However, there are many indications that more fundamental changes to the role of the in-house lawyer are yet to come. Hear from leading GCs how they have embraced innovation and applied it to help their departments transform, adapt to new business requirements or even create profit opportunities for their companies.This session will explore new approaches to deliver legal services, discuss challenges and opportunities created by new technology and provide perspective on what it takes to be an innovative lawyer in today's business environment.

… Materials General Counsel as advocates of change – how in-house lawyers can drive innovation Author Bill Mordan June … applied it to help their departments transform, adapt to new business requirements or even create profit opportunities for their companies.This session will explore new approaches …
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