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Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.
07/15/2014

If you’re drawn to a flexible schedule and a variety of assignments, consulting could be a natural fit. Read on for answers to common questions that you may have when considering an independent legal career.

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Source: Resource Library
… BRAND By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … if you’re a consultant or freelancer. A personal website or blog is an excellent way to further cultivate and … Counsel, ©2014, Washington, D.C., 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Ogletree Deakins
04/24/2013

A template social media policy that covers general guidelines, testimonials and endorsements, protection of trade secrets, and reporting requirements.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Request a trial membership . … NOTE: This sample form is intended merely for informational purposes. No representation is made as to … of social media include but are not limited to Facebook.com, Google+, LinkedIn.com, MySpace.com, and Twitter.com, as …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
The Wine Institute
10/17/2016

This code is designed to encourage continued high standards so that California wine advertising may increasingly be viewed as a positive contribution to society.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Author The Wine Institute October 17, 2016 This code is designed to encourage continued high standards so that … wines. Informal principles of good advertising practice for the winegrowing industry were first adopted in 1949. This … access to any area of the site. Any linkage to a member website page that bypasses its home page should include an …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2015
Bringing search to social media is new, but wholly expected. More and more of our digital lives, once lost, are now accessible.
… Date: 04/01/2015 Bringing search to social media is new, but wholly expected. More and more of our digital … ACC Docket … There is comfort in obscurity. You can search for your name on the Web, but if you’re like me, there is not … most of our information remains lost in an ocean of online data. Unless you’re famous, there are very few reasons …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/12/2021
Here are 10 tangible ways for your legal department to save and make money.
… Publication Date: 04/12/2021 Here are 10 tangible ways for your legal department to save and make money. Resource … looking for a win to bolster a performance review, there is no better way to improve your legal department’s … fee for doing so), almost every state has an official website that lists property that has been escheated to it. …
Articles
Alexandra Johnson
09/01/2017

For in-house counsel, advancements in Google Translate have transformed the act of trademarking — streamlining global processes and guaranteeing that the language barrier does not inadvertently lead to infringement.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… By looking at one such service, Google Translate, it is clear that in-house counsel should become familiar with … advertising law at Foley & Lardner LLP. axjh@novonordisk.com 76 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL DON’T GET LOST IN … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Many of us travel year-round on business. But in the United States, where I happen to be located, we are just entering the summer vacation season. Therefore, I thought I'd provide some travel tips having to do with technology.
… matter what kind of travel you are doing, a general rule is to pack as lightly as you can while still meeting your travel needs, and this goes for your tech gear too. If you are traveling for work, many … travel adapter and converter. Make sure that whatever you buy is both an adapter (so it has the right plugs to fit the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/14/2020
At the end of the day, business and technology organizations need to partner to establish a consistent cadence for evaluating business process and available technology stack in order to determine the right direction to take to secure competitive advantage.
… need to partner to establish a consistent cadence for evaluating business process and available technology … More recently, the mindset has changed. Significant effort is placed on understanding driving needs and evaluating … are not being met). Which approach does your business use? Buy tech first and then force current process into tech →→ …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/07/2017

This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Guest Room Commitment Agreement February 7, 2017 This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement. Resource … [HOTEL NAME] [HOTEL ADDRESS] [HOTEL PHONE NUMBER] [HOTEL WEBSITE] and [ORGANIZATION NAME] and outlines specific … and [ORGANIZATION NAME] agrees that it will be responsible for utilizing, The Hotel agrees that it will provide, and …
Program Materials
Baker McKenzie
05/22/2018

In this presentation, in-house counsel can learn how to avoid some pitfalls when it comes to managing an internal investigation. Some topics that will be touched upon are how to handle whistleblower identities, how to handle employee interviews, and more.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Program Materials Tips and Traps for Conducting and Managing Internal Investigations Author … conducting and managing internal investigations acla.acc.com Twitter: @ACCAustralia Presented by: Georgie Farrant, … of:  identity of the discloser  information that is likely to lead to the identification of the discloser …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2015
Big data is enormously useful, but to ignore the way humans rely on the “easy answers” of big data can be dangerous.
… by Data Bill Mordan Publication Date: 10/01/2015 Big data is enormously useful, but to ignore the way humans rely on … factory orders and inventory tools. She can access website clicks and views, social media heat maps and verbatim … and everything to do with the humans who use it. Take, for example, the wonderful world of Google Flu Trends. If you …
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Stephen Trew and Rebecca Byrun, Holding Redlich
06/01/2016
2 pages

Social media has continued to grow in its use and accessibility at tremendous speeds. It's important that in-house counsel and their legal department understand social media and implement policies that protect the companies and employees from any issues.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Mid-Career, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… 26 VOLUME 26, ISSUE 4 – SUMMER 2016 I n 2016, social media is by no means a novel concept. However, with its continued … we examine the concept of effective risk management for employers. 1. DO: protect business interests and property … manufacturing, resources and construction. acla.acc.com 27VOLUME 26, ISSUE 4 – SUMMER 2016 causes damage to the …
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Annabelle Richard and Diane Mullenex, Ichay & Mullenex Avocats
12/12/2014
10 pages

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

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Source: Resource Library
Region: France
… 10 pages This article summarises the legislative framework for the protection of personally identifiable information … 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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2018
Great in-house lawyers, faced with an upheaval in technology, keep calm and don’t fall in love with the first solution. They look to the fundamental aspects of their work and their clients’ needs. They take a deep breath and never panic.
… Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … There is a reason for this in-house pragmatism: We are not afraid. Feeling old … developed the first automated contract drafting tools and online libraries. And the great work continues today: in
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10/18/2016
6 pages

This article outlines the key benefits of a ride share service, including car and driver verification, GPS tracking and cashless transactions in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Sharing is Caring: Duty of Care and the Sharing Economy October 18, … of services to better understand the benefits and risks for companies and their staff.  There are several key … people to list, find, and rent accommodation, either online or from a mobile device, by connecting home owners …
Articles
Whitnie C. Henderson and Greer C. McVay
07/01/2010

Tweet, tweet. Chances are, the development of social media has outpaced your client’s employee policy. Learn what to be cautious of, and how to address this trend reasonably and realistically. Create a policy that protects your company while still encouraging use to your company’s advantage.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… of mop-tops from Liverpool another thinks the Lindy is the cat’s pajamas; where one has worn tennis dresses that … approach work (and retirement) and the differences in com- munication style is becoming more relevant to employers … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/20/2022
There are steps companies can take to limit risk of mass arbitration. US Cellular Counsel Michael Booden explains how to combat this threat by drafting fair, enforceable alternative dispute resolution clauses. #ACCDocket #ACCResourceLibrary
… of artificial intelligence by the web site www.FairShake.com . This impacts sectors such as telecommunications, cable, … same time. For example, the law firm Keller Lenkner LLC is a major player in this area having filed about 40,000 … The automation of the filing of arbitration complaints The website www.FairShake.com uses AI to generate complaints …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/12/2021
If you are considering purchasing software or a service from vendor, consider whether its founder or founding team has walked a mile in your shoes. Do they have experience as an in-house attorney? If so how much?
… outsized influence of the founder on companies. If you are buying technology, odds are high that some of it will be from … Vendors “take their founders as they find them” If there is one key phrase that we remember from torts class, it is … experience? It is not uncommon in hotbeds of innovation for one to see the invention of a new technology and then a …
07/25/2017

Commercial Contract Series: key issues in dispute resolution clauses - presentation held in Sydney 25 July 2017.

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Region: Australia
… Member? Request a trial membership . … By in-house counsel for in-house counselACC Australia CPD presentation Brought to … of Corporate Counsel in partnership with: acla.acc.com Share your comments and photos using #byinhouse Privacy … (a) Careful when using information re same individual is respect of different processes © HoldingRedlich201714 14. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

This policy describes general social networking/media guidelines that are important for you to follow as you share your thoughts, views and perspectives-as a company representative-in the virtual world.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… social networking/media guidelines that are important for you to follow as you share your thoughts, views and … networking tools such as Twitter, Facebook and [COMPANY WEBSITE] provide us the opportunity to start a whole new type … non-work hours. And remember that while social networking is fun and valuable, there are some risks you should keep in
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/23/2016

This is a sample escrow agreement between a Beneficiary and by an additional party enrolling as a "Depositor" upon execution of the Enrollment Form.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement Involving a Beneficiary February 23, 2016 This is a sample escrow agreement between a Beneficiary and by an … Services under this Agreement by submitting a work request for certain Company Services ("Work Request") via written instruction or the online portal maintained at the website located at [COMPANY WEBSITE] or other websites owned …
Articles
Whitney Adams and Jeffery Jacobs
08/01/2004

Discusses how vital it is to implement a solid electronic information retention system and provides practice pointers for choosing an appropriate methodology to fit your company's budget.

… and Jeffery Jacobs July 31, 2004 Discusses how vital it is to implement a solid electronic information retention … information.5 Unfortunately, you can’t simply rely on your com- pany’s normal document retention policy when there is … available (through a com- pany portal or internal website) a listing of all currently effective litigation or …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply, Inc.
07/29/2013

This course will help you understand and recognize the differences between (1) "independent contractors" and "employees" and (2) "exempt" and "non-exempt" employees. Classifying workers correctly in each of these respects is extremely important under both federal and state laws. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Classifying workers correctly in each of these respects is extremely important under both federal and state laws. … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for … not use our stationery, business cards or have bios on our website   ICs should pay and arrange for their own travel 15 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/25/2024
It’s an election year in the United States! Does your company have a Political Participation Policy? #ACCDocket #riskmanagement #politics
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Osman Vector / Shutterstock.com I sure was. I am so glad my company adopted a Political … me what a general counsel does, the shortest answer I have is “risk management.” As in, we try to help our companies … your way around the trading floor. Do you publish books for your paycheck? I sincerely hope you’re reading this right …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2017
We can optimize our chances of success by helping our colleagues achieve a level three understanding of the rules and striving to engage them in the learning process.
… Source: ACC Docket … I have a confession to make: When I buy a gizmo that’s labeled “some assembly required,” I dump … a whole host of other adverse outcomes that can be tragic for all involved. This is one of the many reasons why training programs designed to …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
10/19/2022
2 pages

Learn about areas of consideration when preparing statutory filings in Ireland.

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Region: Ireland, European Union
… Articles Statutory filings deadline, is your company prepared? (Eversheds Sutherland) Author … Region: Ireland, European Union File eversheds-sutherland.com-Statutory filings deadline is your company prepared.pdf … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. This information is for guidance purposes only and …
Articles
09/01/2013

Meet our 2013 ACC Value Champions, a group whose exemplary leadership in implementing value initiatives to achieve outstanding results against three key metrics – reduced legal spending, improved budget predictability, and better legal outcomes – resulted in their being named 2013 ACC Value Champions.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
… Final.indd 2 8/13/13 11:40 AM The nominations received for the 2013 Value Challenge suggest an interesting trend: … are means to deal with that without blowing the budget is helpful for others, particularly when it is done in a … LLP is an Ontario Limited Liability Partnership. blg.com Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) and our client, …
Articles
Lionel Legagneur and Steve Blumenthal
12/01/2009

It's pretty safe to say that most attorneys do not specialize in IT. Although technology makes the responsibilities of an in-house lawyer much easier, its implementation comes with a completely separate set of issues and concerns, including maintenance and support. Learn about the principal concepts that should be addressed, as well as their key terms and issues.

… firewall firewall ACC Docket 79 December 2009 Technology is only as good as the maintenance and support ser- vices … drawer of a filing cabinet. One of the most critical com- ponents of technology purchase agreements — the … Standard warranty terms may be published on the vendor’s website. Technical specifications may have also been attached …
Program Materials
Michael J. Bolton - senior counsel, Baxter Healthcare Corporation; Jeff Hatfield - director, Jordan Lawrence Group; Janice L. Innis-Thompson - chief counsel, compliance, International Paper Company; and Mark W. Reardon - litigation counsel, The Boeing Company
04/20/2004

A presentation on information management and records retention programs.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 211:Information Management & Records Retention Programs … storage. • Intranet Information Asset Management Website: Having an intranet website that was developed …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/25/2021
After 10 years as Westpac Bank’s group general counsel, Rebecca Lim has recently stepped down to a part-time advisory role. In this exclusive interview, she discusses how corporate law has changed during her tenure and what the industry should expect in the next decade.
… has recently stepped down to a part-time advisory role. In this exclusive interview, she discusses how corporate law … St.George Private Client in 2011, Rebecca was responsible for leading Westpac’s legal function globally. In this role, … Westpac? As you know, the role of the general counsel (GC) is to oversee the legal function and to provide strategic …
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