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Global Legal Group
03/07/2024
266 pages

This guide provides comprehensive insight into banking regulation in 19 jurisdictions around the world.

This guide covers key topics including regulatory architecture, bank capital requirements, bank governance/internal controls, Fintech, and rules governing banks’ relationships with their customers and other third parties.

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Region: Andorra, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Democratic Republic of Congo, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom
… ISBN 978-1-83918-328-7 ISSN 2051-9621 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Regulation 2024, 11th Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Andorra Miguel Cases Nabau & Laura Nieto Silvente Cases & … for the complaints management function, on their website in an easily accessible manner. A dedicated …
Program Materials
Cynthia Boeh <br />Associate General Counsel <br />Dresser, Inc. <br />Justin McCarthy <br />Senior Counsel <br />Dentsply International, Inc. <br />Kimberly Pack <br />General Counsel <br />MB Schoen & Associates, Inc. <br />Arin Reeves <br />President <br />The Athens Group <br />
10/25/2010

From the Senior Generation to Gen Y— this program will provide tools that not only assess personality characteristics, but also give you the resources that will enable you to work with the other generations more cohesively. What are the traits of the different generations — how do you have to change your management or legal style to better deal with these traits? How do you best communicate with a Baby Boomer versus someone from Gen Y— Facebook, Twitter or on the phone? What are the best ways to retain employees from the different generations?

… … ACC’s 2010 Annual Meeting Be the Solution. This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2010 various authors … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 25 11:00am-12:30pm 206 - Bridging the … Justin McCarthy Justin McCarthy is senior Counsel for Dentsply International Inc., the world's largest …
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Bettina W. Yip and David B. Kahng
03/01/2004

Because the Morgan decision and subsequent case law provide little guidance on what constitute appropriate "intervening actions" of an employer, this article proposes steps that may constitute such actions.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… the U.S. Supreme Court provided a potential defense for the employer in the scenario envisioned above. The U.S. … an employer’s “interven- ing actions” before a lawsuit is filed to cut off untimely allegations of a timely hostile … Balch & Bingham). She is available at bettina.yip@cingular.com. David B. Kahng is an associate at Seyfarth Shaw LLP in
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
08/23/2023
19 pages

This resource includes two sample bylaws (Sample A - Bylaws of Association and Sample B - Bylaws of Organization). It also includes a brief overview of some of common elements included in bylaws.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Sample Bylaws for Association and Organization (US) August 23, 2023 19 … . … ACC Sample Bylaws Page 1/19 SAMPLE BY-LAWS It is tricky to provide a sample for bylaws, because there is no … supplies, utilities, cleaning) or unusual (renting or buying physical space, audit of the books) and whether to …
Program Materials
Tenley A. Carp -- partner, McGuireWoods LLP; Amy Freeman Pierce -- senior corporate counsel, Cerner Corporation; Philip R. Strauss -- senior corporate counsel, Adobe Systems Incorporated
10/01/2004

508 How Far Will You Go to Do Business with the Government? A Primer on Government Contracting

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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 508:How Far Will You Go to Do Business with the … Association, Government Contracts Section, and a mediator for the Multi-door Dispute Resolution Division at the …
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Susanna McDonald -- associate general counsel, Association of Corporate Counsel; David Mowry -- attorney, XEROX Corporation; Randall Rempp -- legal counsel, van Wagenen Financial Services, Inc.; Scott Waldman -- vice president and associate general counsel, Enzon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
10/19/2009

Working in-house is different. You have three hats now: legal counselor, business partner and guardian of the corporation. They didn’t teach you about this in the law firm or in law school. Among other things, you will have to learn all about the business, adapt to a different culture, become cost effective, develop good working relationships with your clients, think about non-legal topics like risk management and somehow balance it all and conserve your most precious resource –– you!

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Pharmaceuticals, Inc. October 19, 2009 Working in-house is different. You have three hats now: legal counselor, … requests should be directed to legalresources@acc.com or +1 202.293.4103, ext. 342. The information in this ACC … agreements (“NDAs”). If your corporation has a website, you should also be aware of the concept of “internet …
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Ynze Kliphuis, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V., member of Primerus
02/05/2017
3 pages

The desire to combine different functions is growing rapidly whereas the Dutch legislation is still not flexible enough to follow suit. Especially the Licensing and Catering Act and designated use for real estate can create obstructions for innovative entrepreneurs. This article shows how the distinctions between the industries can be blurred within the hard boundaries of the law and what entrepreneurs have to keep in mind.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… 5, 2017 3 pages The desire to combine different functions is growing rapidly whereas the Dutch legislation is still not … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
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Stacey van Hooven and Sean Collin
10/01/2016

Brands have become the currency of international trade. For in-house counsel, high-quality brands provide a bond of trust with your client’s consumers. Ensuring that your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging, especially in the case of brand migration.

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Source: ACC Docket
… your client’s brands are legally secure and high quality is challenging, especially in the case of brand migration. … strategy and business development. stacey.van.hooven@sca.com Sean Collin is director for legal affairs of the UNA … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Robert Falk and Gregory Olaniran
03/01/2016

In-house counsel often express frustration with outside counsel. The relationship can be improved by rethinking your role from vendor manager, to team leader.

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Source: ACC Docket
… of Rob’s work and the positive impact it had on his com- pany. Rob’s response was quite human: Somehow, that … some in-house lawyers may presume that paying invoices is sufficient to guarantee the best possible outcomes at all … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Douglas A. Pearson, Seth Litman and Leonard Lescosky
06/01/2011

Although manufacturing medications in China might seem desirable, possible risks associated with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate training and oversight, it could face civil and criminal penalties, and product liability litigation. This article analyzes current regulations, potential liability and the steps manufacturers should take to protect themselves.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, United States
… with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate … goal of manufacturing safe, unadulterated products, while com- plying with good manufacturing prac- tices (GMP) … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
… and Operational Metrics Top-tier benchmarking data for General Counsel and Legal Operations leaders 2024 Law … and for pricing information, please email research@acc.com . Frequently Asked Questions How can I use the … the full benchmarking report, with relevant calculations, is available here . What data is included in the full report? …
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CMS
11/09/2022
133 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the laws regarding discrimination and equality in a wide range of jurisdictions.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: Global, Europe, Asia, South America, Austria, Belgium, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Peru, Poland, Singapore, Slovakia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Netherlands
… regular CMS contact or email us at employment@cmslegal.com. 3 | CMS Expert Guide on discrimination in the workplace … 2 Which characteristics are protected by these laws (is sexual orientation a protected characteristic?), and what … to publish each year a gender equality index on their website. The score of the equality index is based on several …
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CMS
01/06/2023
138 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about the rules on approaching investors in different jurisdictions, in relation to an offer or issue of shares.

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Region: Global, Europe, Middle East, Asia, South America, North America, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
… are asked across CMS in our Equity Capital Market practice is what are the rules about approaching a limited number of … large institutions or funds to conducting a mini-roadshow for a number of such investors. Alternatively, it can be for … Exchange (BSE) or on another MTF, it must publish on its website a document prepared in compliance with the rules of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
I strongly believe that making yourself proficient at technology is one of the best ways to advance your career, or at least make that advancement possible.
… believe that making yourself proficient at technology is one of the best ways to advance your career, or at least … … I have written before about the ethical requirement for technology competence in lawyers, and lately I have been … Tech Institute CLEs), to LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com), to Kahn Academy, to Harvard Online Learning, to Udemy …
Articles
10/20/2015

In this article, the ABA amends the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct dated August 2012, to provide guidance regarding the ethical implications of retaining lawyers and nonlawyers outside the firm to work on client matters (i.e. outsourcing)

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… legal education requirements to which the lawyer is subject. Law Firms And Associations Rule 5.3 … from numerous entities and parties, posted material on its website, and sought the views of all ABA groups. Also, … (510)658-5162 Fax: (202)663-6363 mtraynor@traynorgroup.com jamie.gorelick@wilmerhale.com 13 105C EXECUTIVE SUMMARY …
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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 the Netherlands.

… 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 … (that is, Phase II). These can be found on the ACM's website (in Dutch): …
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Practical Law Company
02/09/2017
47 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as an ACC Guide) provides a "question & answer" guide to corporate crime, fraud and investigations in the United States. This guide gives a high level overview of matters relating to corporate fraud, bribery and corruption, insider dealing and market abuse. In addition, it summarizes money laundering and terrorist financing, financial record keeping, due diligence, corporate liability, immunity and leniency, and whistleblowing.

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Region: United States
… Request a trial membership . … By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association of Corporate Counsel 1025 … 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/3-520-1761. This Q&A is part of the global guide to corporate crime, fraud and …
Articles
Ricardo Ciconelo, Lucas Kurtz, and Daniel Takaki, Manhães Moreira Advogados Associados
10/30/2013
6 pages

A review of Brazilian corporate taxes at the federal, state, and municipal level.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… tax Tax reform Introduction The Brazilian tax system is one of the most complex tax systems in the world. Brazil … 9555) or email (ricardo.ciconelo@mmaalaw.com, lucas.kurtz@mmaalaw.com or daniel.takaki@mmaalaw.com). … pricing rules will apply. The materials contained on this website are for general information purposes only and are …
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Peiqi Huang, University of Maryland Law School
11/14/2015

This Quick Overview will introduce the mechanism of unitranche financing and the terms of an agreement among lenders, which makes the unitranche financing possible.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Region: United States … Overview Unitranche financing is an alternative financing structure to the traditional … debt financing terms, thereby increasing access to capital for companies and stimulating growth in small and … – the One Tranche Way for Big Benefits, Lexology.com (October 17, 2014) Erens, B. & Hall, D., Unitranche …
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Iohann Le Frapper, Chief Legal Officer, GBI
01/07/2014
11 pages

This article explores the role of business in resisting and denouncing all forms of bribe solicitation and extortion. It is a chapter in a book titled International Chamber of Commerce Ethics and Compliance Training Handbook which can be purchased <a href="http://www.iccbooks.com/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=698">here</a>. You can learn more about the handbook <a href=" http://www.iccwbo.org/News/Articles/2013/Ethics-and-compliance-training-book-responds-to-global-need/">here</a>.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… all forms of bribe solicitation and extortion. It is a chapter in a book titled International Chamber of … which can be purchased <a href="http://www.iccbooks.com/Product/ProductInfo.aspx?id=698">here</a>. You can learn … are located. the toolkit is available on the ICC France website (http://www. icc-france.fr/). It will be released …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2017
This article will explore both why software audits happen, at all; why many software vendors are becoming much more aggressive in initiating and conducting detailed, distracting, often contentious software “compliance audits”; and the contracting, intellectual property, compliance, and business continuity risks associated with such audits. It will then discuss the significant issues and options associated with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating audit clauses in software licenses and practical, effective steps to mitigate the varied audit-associated risks.
… property. Some customers, however, believe that it is easier for vendors to increase their revenue and margins by auditing … components) often “reside” only or primarily on a vendor’s website. Often, such terms can be unilaterally or …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
Recently, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has stepped up its enforcement of the Privacy Act. This article reviews OAIC’s recent privacy determinations and discusses practical data security related takeaways that can help companies ensure compliance.
… includes the 13 Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), is Australia’s federal law regulating the collection, use, … around the world, there is an exemption in the Privacy Act for small business operators that have an annual revenue of … Amendment Bill of 2012 states that entities who have an online presence (but no physical presence in Australia), and …
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Latham & Wakins
01/31/2023
32 pages

This Guide developed by Latham & Watkins is a resource for public company executives and in-house counsel facing an investigation by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles SEC Investigations: A Guide for Public Company Directors, Officers, and In-House Counsel … 31, 2023 32 pages This Guide developed by Latham & Watkins is a resource for public company executives and in-house … received from (i) the Whistleblower Section of the SEC website, (ii) more traditional sources like phone calls and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/18/2024
Andrew Ting, chief legal officer at Panorama Education, and Carrie Liu, assistant general counsel and assistant secretary at FUJIFILM, shares 10 key tips in-house counsel can use while networking. #ACCDocket #networking
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by PopTika / Shutterstock.com Fear not! Networking is just a fancy word for meeting new people. Here are ten practical tips to help …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/02/2024
In her latest column, Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro revisits her list of goals from earlier in the year and realizes that she needs to break the cycle of procrastination. With tips on goal-setting and time-blocking, she explains the science behind the habit and how to overcome it.
… Docket … Banner artwork by Studio Romantic / Shutterstock.com Tips for overcoming procrastination  As we come to the end of the … stagnation.”    Hendriksen continues that procrastination is not being lazy, it is rooted in “perfectionism, anxiety, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2018
Taxpayers are faced with the significant task of determining tax liability and making estimated tax payments in 2018. This article will summarize the most significant changes impacting multinational corporations with operations in the United States.
… Docket Article International Tax Provisions are Already in Effect: Is Your Company Ready? Beth Anne Stanford Julian A. Fortuna … one or more payments are treated as interest or royalties for federal income tax purposes, are no longer permitted. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/07/2022
Data privacy law isn’t just for privacy practitioners anymore. Merz Aesthetics’ Deb Horowitz and Parke Poe’s Will Cannon and Tiffany Burba explain the top updates to privacy law that in-house counsel should know. #ACCDocket
… Docket Article 5 Important Privacy Updates You Can’t Ignore in 2022 Deb Horwitz Will Cannon Tiffany Burba Publication Date: 03/07/2022 Data privacy law isn’t just for privacy practitioners anymore. Merz Aesthetics’ Deb … the SCCs, along with the UK-SCC addendum to the EU SCCs, is currently pending before the UK Parliament and are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2018
The global phenomenon surrounding the social media hashtag #MeToo has prompted many corporations to take another look at their sexual harassment policies. In a conversation with general counsel in the United States, EMEA, India, and Australia, ACC Docket delves into the law behind the movement, and outlines how legal departments everywhere can prepare for the uncertain road ahead.
… to take another look at their sexual harassment policies. In a conversation with general counsel in the United States, … and outlines how legal departments everywhere can prepare for the uncertain road ahead. Resource Details Interest Area: … — people to step forward. Panel AXEL VIAENE Axel Viaene is group general counsel and company secretary of GrandVision …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2015
n light of the recent headlines regarding “data insecurity,” and various legal and regulatory requirements across multiple sectors of the economy, this article will outline vendor due diligence measures that counsel should evaluate in conjunction with their information technology department (IT) and internal audit department (IA).
… Article Data Security and Vendor Agreements: The Chain is Only as Strong as the Weakest Link Dana Atchison David F. … vendor due diligence measures that counsel should evaluate in conjunction with their information technology department … business. While organizations are far from being excused for such incidents, focus has started to shift slowly from …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2015
This article will provide a better understanding of how the governance landscape is evolving, and suggest how this has created changes in the way that boards and individual directors have come to act and the resultant changes in their needs for support, and to better inform leadership initiatives taken by in-house legal teams.
… a better understanding of how the governance landscape is evolving, and suggest how this has created changes in the way that boards and individual directors have come to act and the resultant changes in their needs for support, and to better inform leadership initiatives …
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