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02/22/2017

Social Media and the In-house Lawyer - Drawing the line and managing the risks - presentation held in Tasmania 22 February 2017.

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Region: Australia
… Tasmania Seminar 22 February 2017 Seminar Overview • What is social media? • What are the key features of social media … and business risks? • Some interactive case studies • Tips for managing the risks Happy to take questions as we go … of hotels and wilderness lodges around Tasmania. Its website includes a forum where customers can provide feedback …
Articles
Bill Mordan
12/01/2014

Recent studies show that when we are part of a collective group (e.g., a group we have joined), we are far less likely to post unique, different or contrarian messages to that group.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND … You must be very brave to read the “comments” section on a website. While some of the entries are thoughtful or … ignore them by simply not reading the comments, and that is what most people do. It is a shame, however, that a lack …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
So the next time you think the judge is an idiot, feel free to speak your mind. A computer won’t take offense.
… Date: 10/01/2016 So the next time you think the judge is an idiot, feel free to speak your mind. A computer won’t … would you rather have a computer as your judge? Consider, for example, the eBay electronic dispute resolution process. As an online marketplace, consisting mainly of casual sellers and …
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Practical Law Company
03/31/2015
20 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 Singapore.

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Region: Singapore
… 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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/15/2017

This is a sample privacy policy statement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts Privacy Policy Statement March 15, 2017 This is a sample privacy policy statement. Resource Details … customers, and visitors to our Web site, [COMPANY WEBSITE]. While offering our Web site users the advantages … and customers. • General visitors: We collect information for internal marketing purposes about pages that visitors …
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Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany
… Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal … also publishes a list of notified transactions on its website (www.bundeskartellamt.de) on an informal basis. …
Katy Caouette
07/01/2019
6 pages

Having a mentor at work can be crucial to your understanding of the company, general guidance, and overall performance. And choosing a mentor outside the legal department can help you gain invaluable perspective as you navigate your career.

… By Katy Caouette One of the keys to a successful career is finding a mentor who can encourage your development, … privately held companies. kcaouette@flagshipinc.com You can learn a lot about how the business runs from the … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt, LLP
03/08/2018
98 pages

In this updated infopak for 2018, we explore Canadian competition law, examining Canada’s Competition Act and appropriate case law. Canada’s Competition Act is similar in many respects to its U.S. counterpart, the Sherman Antitrust Act. However, there are important differences that American companies, doing business in Canada, must take into consideration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Act and appropriate case law. Canada’s Competition Act is similar in many respects to its U.S. counterpart, the … DC 200�� tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701� www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … the Author” section of this InfoPAK, or visit the firm’s website at www.osler.com. ACC and Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/29/2016
Some attorneys have hoarder tendencies. They hold on to outdated contract writing practices long after these practices no longer meet their original function or need.
… just like purging outdated clothing from our closets, is a way to stay relevant and in touch with reality. Below is a list of good starting points for updating your templates. Legalese is dated at best and … Case in point: I can't stop writing for the  ACC Docket  — online and in print. You only need one space after …
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Whitnie Wiley
06/01/2018

The life of a mentor and coach is bittersweet. If we're successful, we know that those whom we coach will leave and move on to better things.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Whitnie Wiley June 1, 2018 The life of a mentor and coach is bittersweet. If we're successful, we know that those whom … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
24 pages

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

… 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 French Competition Authority (FCA) will publish on its website a short non-confidential summary of the concentration …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/12/2023
Enhance your contract negotiation skills, identify career pitfalls, and integrate AI compliance with these essential articles for in-house counsel. #ACCDocket #AI #career #dataprivacy #legal
… and integrate AI compliance with these essential articles for in-house counsel. #ACCDocket #AI #career #dataprivacy … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Vaniato / Shutterstock.com Revisit the Docket 's most-read 2023 articles. Explore AI … to engage with stakeholders on disclosure-related issues is another action the general counsel can take to empower its …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/12/2023
You need to be able to show your worth to the company as an in-house counsel, otherwise the company can just as easily outsource work to an outside firm. #ACCDocket #ACCEducation
… from some colleagues, and after going through the ACC website, I was amazed at the volume of materials relevant to … on this because it provided me with new perspectives for servicing my stakeholders (internal and external) which I … a compelling vision statement for the legal department is a compass that will guide the department.  The importance …
Program Materials
Michael Smith
10/21/2015

Building upon the lessons learned in Part I (Session 911), faculty will further discuss the practical application of financial decision making practices to your everyday work. Faculty will also explain important analytical tools that indicate whether a new project will create value, such as: Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback Period and Economic Value Added (EVA).

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Financial Decision Making for In-house Counsel, Part II Author Michael Smith October … ACCT INVESTOR RELATIONS AUDITCONTROLLER 3Budget • A budget is a quantitative expression for a set time period of a … within an organization. 9Examples of Investments • Buying a new piece of equipment. • Building a factory. • …
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Molly M. Frankel and Robert M. O’Connell, Jr.
09/01/2014

In-house counsel at brand-owning companies are already well aware of the importance and value of any major company trademark but often lack a consistent policy for handling less critical marks. Third-party infringement of a lesser mark can still cause significant headaches. Prevent the nightmare situation of infringing on someone’s prior trademark, which can result in litigation, lost inventory and more.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
… staff, and learn from them that the product at issue is not a big seller — definitely a second-tier offering — and … or flagship product name). Due diligence involves a com- prehensive clearance search followed by registration in … to monitoring the unauthorized use of these marks in website content. If a misuse is discovered, a company must be …
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Practical Law Company
12/03/2014
36 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of the lending mark, forms of security over assets, special purpose vehicles in secured lending, quasi-security, negative pledge, guarantees and loan agreements in the United States.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
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 … for security interests; problem assets over which security is difficult to grant; risk areas for lenders; structuring … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/30/2023
As FlightHub’s general counsel, Sona Bedrossian has shown resilience and innovation by keeping her company on track and on time through complex legal storms. #ACCDocket #Top30s
… recognize in-house counsel between the ages of 30 and 39 for their innovation, approach to challenges, well-rounded … demands with constrained resources. Simultaneously, she is evaluating options to comply with rapidly evolving … empathy, and a drive for positive change.  https://vimeo.com/839145156/5ba09e3c41?share=copy Sona Bedrossian's …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

This document is intended to provide non-profit staff with guidelines to eliminate any confusion concerning the use of social media.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Staff Use of Social Media December 22, 2015 This document is intended to provide non-profit staff with guidelines to … or [NONPROFIT] business interests are a proper focus for [NONPROFIT] policy. Contributing to the online … without their approval. If you publish content to any website outside of the [NONPROFIT] and it has something to do …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

These guidelines cover all social media platforms - technologies that enable social interaction.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and seek to inform and inspire our associates to engage in online conversations. Here's what is driving us: Insatiable Curiosity: The unrelenting devotion … quickly (e.g., 24 hours). You should, therefore, monitor for mentions of yourself to avoid any issues. If you say …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/30/2020
The intent of this article is not to address either the legal or internal governance requirements for your company's board and committees, but to provide suggestions on ways to engineer your in-house processes to meet these requirements. This is the practitioner's guide to those processes.
… Publication Date: 07/30/2020 The intent of this article is not to address either the legal or internal governance requirements for your company's board and committees, but to provide … materials and determine what is most recent. The use of an online portal can solve for ensuring the most recent material …
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Bret Baccus and Matthew Schuetz, Huron Legal
03/10/2011

This brief resource (Top Ten) outlines a list of ten practical suggestions for truly effective management of outside counsel spend.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles Top Ten Practical Suggestions for Managing Outside Counsel Spend Author Bret Baccus and … that can be overlooked in some formal structures, however, is the importance of choosing the firm that provides the … Rates, Trends, and Practices," (http://www.realratereport.com/about.php) which identifies trends in major U.S. law firm …
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Todd Grauel - corporate counsel, Xiotech Corporation
06/01/2007

This article deals with how to succeed at M&A work for in-house attorneys who have little experience in the subject.

… 2007 This article deals with how to succeed at M&A work for in-house attorneys who have little experience in the … in mind a specific target company, Daticon, a Connecticut com- pany under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. I can still … was closed, but in hindsight, I now see that the advice is practical and real. It is equally as important for in- …
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07/15/2015

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses whether physicians and hospitals can offer compensation to persons providing referrals. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the Health Law Committee ACC Network.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… providing the referral (and receiving the compensation) is another physician? Does it matter if the persons providing … check out the list of statutes at http://fightfraudamerica.com/anti-kickback.html . Also, be mindful of the federal and … for referrals. I'm not endorsing the Fight Fraud America website. The only thing I know about it is that the listed …
Articles
Michael J. Lotito
04/01/2012

As companies continue to expand into international markets, counsel must understand the international arena of labor rules, regulations and organizing practices. This article offers a primer on the effects, both foreign and domestic, of international labor concerns.

… the United States. Under US law, for example, your com- pany’s employees must des- ignate or select a bargaining … the union can represent them; once selected, the union is the exclusive representa- tive of all bargaining unit … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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John Lambrick
12/31/2004

This article provides general counsel suggestions of what to do with an information management system after its in place.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Having in place an effective information management system is essential if performance information concerning your … of in-house lawyers (for further information visit the LEX website at www.lex.com.au.) So you have your system in place – now what do you …
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Alina Radu, Laura Spataru-Negura and Ana-Maria Ionescu
04/21/2014

This Top Ten provides a brief overview of some of the most attractive reasons a foreign investor should take into consideration when deciding to invest in Romania. From a business standpoint, information on the following areas could raise the interest of a potential investor in Romania.

… stock companies (JSCs). From a tax perspective, there is no difference between these forms of companies; all … up, the respective shareholder does not take liability for its company's obligations towards third parties. The LLC … attribution of the PPP projects can be performed on the online platform for public procurement procedures - SEAP. 5. …
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Frank Fletcher
10/01/2011

Frank Fletcher discusses his time spent as a shipping attorney in Tokyo.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Japan, United States
… . … ACC Docket 16 October 2011 HeArSAY Frank Fletcher is general counsel for nero aG headquartered in karlsbad, Germany with … can be found. Fletcher can be contacted at ffletcher@nero.com, or on twitter @LegallyFrank. F rom 1993 through 1997, I …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/09/2021
As governments around the world roll out COVID-19 vaccines, here’s how employers can convince hesitant employees that there’s no harm in getting the shot.
… sooner a population reaches herd immunity, when the virus is unlikely to spread between individuals, the safer the … to return employees back to the workplace together is for the workforce to be vaccinated from the virus. Now that … In addition, studies have shown that social media and online misinformation have significantly contributed to …
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John S. DeGroote and Donald A. Loft
11/01/2007

Discusses how in-house attorneys control litigation with outside counsel and avoid falling victim to surprise expenses while managing legal spending.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… e and Donald A. Loft To: You From: Y our Opposing Counsel For in-house litigation counsel, there is no safe haven. Difficult constituencies—and the surprises … firm. he can be reached at john.degroote@ bearingpoint.com. DonalD a. loft is a litigation partner in the atlanta …
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Peter E. Nahmias
06/01/2003

As companies expand their activities in the European market, the time may soon come when, in order to practice, the "transnational in-house lawyer" will have no choice but to seek transnational training and licensing. Despite efforts to create a "single European legal market" for EU lawyers, licensing remains quite difficult for US attorneys. But the rewards are great. This article provides practical information on how US lawyers should proceed in order to get licensed in the EU.

… are familiar with how the EU's commercial agency directive is interpreted locally, but you do not have a local law … that lawyers possess in abundance—as well as an unshakable com­ mitment to the goal of foreign licensure. A sense of … • European Company Lawyers Association ("ECLA") website contains very useful infonnation and contacts, …
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