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Rodyk & Davidson LLP
03/04/2013
8 pages

An article discussing steps the Singapore Government tried to take to cool the increased rates of real estate.

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Interest Area: Government
Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.rodyk.com MARCH 2013 PROPERTY NOTES ::: AUTHOR ::: LEE Liat Yeang … measures, ranging from increasing the applicable rates for Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) and lowering the … of increase in residential property prices, the Government is resorting to what I term as “ice therapy” to bring down …
Articles
David Littleford
11/01/2004

By the end of 2005, all listed EU companies will be required to prepare their consolidated financial statements in accordance with new international standards, rather than their national accounting standards. It's a big change that will challenge most EU companies, since the vast majority follow national standards. Find out how much U.S. companies are affected, what the changes are, and what pitfalls lie along the way.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… since the date of original publication. The article is reproduced with the permission of the publisher (see www.practicallaw.com/aboutglobal). In 2005 almost all listed EU companies will … arrangements, • Comparative information, • Need for disclosure, • Practical implications for listed …
Articles
Ynze Kliphuis, LL.M., Russell Advocaten B.V., member of Primerus
03/09/2017
3 pages

This article speaks about when purchasing or leasing residential or commercial real estate the dimensions of the building are an important aspect and if you can rely on the information provided by the seller or real estate agent?

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … provided by the seller or real estate agent? It is common kno wl e d g e th at ph ot o s on real est ate sit …
Program Materials
Mélanie Bruneau, Jacques Moscianese, Maria Gaia Pazzi, Guillaume Taillandier
07/08/2016

This session will present an overview of significant legal and policy developments in EU competition law over the last year, the latest trends in competition litigation and what it means for you in practice.

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Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… AC Treuhand II – Background of the Case AC Treuhand is a consultancy firm which: • «offers a full spectrum of … applications around the 28 MS and relation with the COM’s leniency program: the DHL preliminary ruling …By Object … revised in November 2012 (available on the COM’s website) • Uniform type of short form applications (SA) to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2016
Positive recognition is a fundamental pillar of leadership. Too often, we interact with people as “human doings” rather than “human beings.” We think of people as their job function, their most recent work product, or their access to information. We focus on their failings, but not on their successes.
… Publication Date: 11/01/2016 Positive recognition is a fundamental pillar of leadership. Too often, we interact … along with the impact of those actions on you and others. In your head. By following the five steps of the “positive … ways to engage internal business partners.” As lawyers for our organizations, we are rarely the final “deciders.” …
Articles
Clayton Utz
03/01/2004

This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, United States
… Report Author Clayton Utz February 29, 2004 This report is an in-depth look at the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement. … Australian industry through a more certain environment for the export of IP to the US, and increase US understanding … by emailing Phillipa Birkett at pbirkett@claytonutz.com. Free Trade Agreement Report 2 Making the FTA into law by …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/08/2023
AI-powered tools can help in-house lawyers be more productive. But be sure you understand the best ways to deploy the technology before jumping on the bandwagon. #ACCDocket #AI
… Banner artwork by thinkhubstudio / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Language processing and deep learning . … and research.  Garbage in, garbage out . ChatGPT’s output is only as meaningful as its input, and users must take care … suggest connections, and serve targeted advertisements  Website chatbots  Advancements in machine learning and deep …
Articles
04/28/2015

This article is a Gotham City street lighting project case study.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
… or Mayor Mayor Quite Contrary April 28, 2015 This article is a Gotham City street lighting project case study. Resource … City Street Lighting Project Case Study – In exchange for an up-front lump sum, Gotham will grant an exclusive … The City publishes a Request for Qualifications on its website asking interested parties to submit credentials to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/07/2022
Warner Bros. VP, Business & Legal Affairs Michael Chang shares the ins-and-outs of his typical day working from home. #ACCDocket #ACCFamily
… be a Friday. During a long period of time when everyone is working from home (or, in my case, the yard), one weekday … film franchises) and enter passwords and access code for what seems like a gazillion times. 9:15 am Join a … the studio's most popular film franchises)." 11:30 am Jump online to attend a complimentary law firm CLE course on NFT …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/17/2018
Since joining the company in 2014, Gora has played a pivotal role in supporting the company as it maneuvers through an increasingly fluid digital market.
… there were probably about 400 names on it. What it shows is how much opportunity lies in the connections we make on … platforms, giving rise to more ways than ever for the modern social media consumer to connect — and that … we have a good view of the market so that we can build, buy, or partner to remain in demand,” Gora notes. Second, the …
Articles
10/05/2015

This article is a practical cross-border insight into mergers and acquisitions.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… Acquisitions 2015—Switzerland October 5, 2015 This article is a practical cross-border insight into mergers and … Foreigners (“Lex Koller”). 1.2 Are there different rules for different types of company? The SESTA and the takeover … of misleading information and the execution of any buy or sale orders that give false or misleading signals in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2024
In this short Q&A article, members of ACC Europe’s ESG Working Group developed an ESG Framework to highlight the challenges that keep them up at night and showcase how they collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to ESG.
… Docket Article Framework for an ESG Approach in Europe Association of Corporate … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Urbanscape / Shutterstock.com In an era where environmental, social, and governance … Approach in Europe . Introduced in 2024, this framework is designed to help in-house counsel navigate the intricate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2017
I reached out to three very different, yet equally successful entrepreneurs, all of whom began their careers as lawyers or during law school: Chris Sacca, Mitch Garber, and Anna Santeramo.
… perception from “no” to “yes,” even if the next question is “how?” Wearing two hats. For lawyers in business roles, it can sometimes be difficult … ANNA SANTERAMO Anna Santeramo is co-founder of StyleBee.com, an app that allows professional women and men to book …
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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/23/2015

This sample policy shows the need to have a policy which ensures that employees who use social media either as part of their job, or in a personal capacity, have guidance as to the company's expectations where the social media engagement is about the company, its products and services, its people, its competitors and/or other business related individuals or organisations.

… company's expectations where the social media engagement is about the company, its products and services, its people, … domain, you should refer to material such as [Company website] and [COMPANY]'s annual report. You could also … domain, you should refer to material such as telstra.com, nowwearetalking.com.au and [COMPANY]'s annual report. …
Program Materials
Andrea Alliston, Danette Gallatin, Samantha Horn, Jolie Lin
10/02/2012

This material give recommendations on how to work with your external legal service providers to get the most out of their KM initiatives.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Is Your Law Department Taking Advantage of Law Firm Knowledge … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com          Tuesday, October 2, 2012 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 807 – … permission. For more information about ILTA, visit their website at www.iltanet.org. knowledge management JUNE | 12 …
Articles
Nancy Jessen and Bret Baccus, Huron Consulting Group
08/15/2010

Top ten tips to illustrate how taking a holistic, enterprise-wide view of contract management will aid in striking the balance between risk and business objectives in a timely and efficient manner.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… consistency and manage risk while minimizing the need for law department intervention. Simplified standard contract … will be more accepted within an organization when it is based on shared perspectives of risk tolerance throughout … hard copy signatures, such as fax-back, registered e-mail, website checkbox, and digital signatures, can be used, as …
Articles
Eric M. Lee, Scott W. Pink
07/01/2002

Do you know how to use the newly developed U.S. Patent and Trademark Office electronic searching and filing systems for patents and trademarks? Read this article to learn how you can expedite the preparation and filing of trademark and patent applications to ensure that your company receives the earliest possible filing date.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… made the next day because Big A's most feared competitor is planning to launch a product with a similar name the … relevant to his practice. He is available at eric_mjee@bd.com. Scott W. Pink is former chair of ACCA's Intellectual … trademark l.php. • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office website has a wealth of infoimation on electronic filing …
Articles
Filipa Arantes Pedroso, Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados
04/01/2013

The definition of property in Portugal follows that of other continental legal systems based on Roman law and the French Civil Code, encompassing not only freehold but also other rights of guarantee and of acquisition. Therefore, the definition of property includes full possession and exclusive use and disposition. Read this article to learn more.

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Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: Portugal
… (published in March 2014 – editor David Waterfield). For further information please email nick.barette@lbresearch.com The Real Estate Law Review Third Edition Editor David … do not apply. The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation, nor …
Articles
Gustavo Tamayo, Partner, and Juan Sebastián Peredo, Associate, Lloreda Camacho & Co.
12/12/2011

Colombia enjoys economic and political stability which, together with a sustained economic growth, has attracted foreign investment to our country. As one of the consequences of this pro-investment climate, Colombia has ratified various free trade agreements (hereinafter “FTA”) with countries such as Canada and Mexico, and more recently, the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (hereinafter “US-FTA”) was approved by the United States Congress and signed by the President on October 21st, 2011.

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Region: Colombia
… Terminating Commercial Agency and Distribution Agreements in Colombia Author Gustavo Tamayo, Partner, and Juan … signed by the President on October 21st, 2011. Colombia is also waiting for the approval by the European Union of the European …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/04/2019
Most eDiscovery platforms are more than just web-based software for viewing and producing documents; if leveraged properly, they can provide powerful insight into the facts, risks, and opportunities of the case. To ensure counsel is working both efficiently for the company’s bottom line and effectively for the benefit of the legal matter, discuss these five questions with them, whether during the process of selecting counsel or in the midst of a matter with existing counsel:
… Docket Article Is Your Outside Counsel Up to Snuff in eDiscovery? 5 Questions to Ask Michael Burg Samantha … eDiscovery platforms are more than just web-based software for viewing and producing documents; if leveraged properly, …
Articles
Jamison Barr - vice president and assistant general counsel, Jenzabar, Inc.; Edward J. Naughton - Holland and Knight, LLP
05/01/2007

Corporate counsel must understand the relevant technology and the risks that it poses, and create, adopt, and enforce a policy that minimizes the risks without causing bigger problems. This article will help you do just that.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… state constitutional or statutory law, or claims that the com- pany is engaged in unfair labor practices, has retali- ated … become much more than that. Technorati, a popular blogging website, de- scribes blogs in this way: A blog, or weblog, is
Articles
Sonia Tame, Barrister, New Chambers, Sydney
01/01/2016
2 pages

Claims against in-house lawyers remain relatively rare but not as rare as they once were. In this article, in-house counsel can learn about some recent cases in which counsel has been sued and how to protect themselves and their company against these issues.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Professional Indemnity Insurance for In-house Lawyers Author Sonia Tame, Barrister, Newin-house counsel? Employers Fortunately, in Australia it is pretty well unheard of for an employer to sue their … firm. acc_journal_sep16.indd 12 5/09/2016 7:55 PM acla.acc.com 13VOLUME 26, ISSUE 3  SPRING 2016 Case study 2 Some …
Articles
Brian E. Bomstein, Bayview Financial, LP; Martin Fingerhut, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP; RJ Falconi, CSA Group; Patti Phelan; and James Musgrove, Lang Michener LLP
09/01/2007

In this issue: Implications of the Impending Elimination of Canadian Withholding Tax on Interest Payments by Brian E. Bomstein and Martin Fingerhut; The Socioeconomic and Safety Impact of Counterfeits in Canada by Robert J. ("RJ") Falconi; Cartels in Canada: Practical Approaches to Manage Risk by Patti Phelan and James Musgrove

… the CEO. Contact Robin Grossfeld at grossfeld@acc.com. 18 November: Canadian CCU. For more information … overcome in providing capital from one country to another is often the tax regime of the recipient country. Canada is a … policy can be obtained from the Competition Bureau’s website at http://cb-bc.gc.ca. Applicants for immunity are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/22/2022
Increase your chances of getting hired for in-house role and succeeding early in your career. Learn how in this article by NinjaHoldings AGC Diana Martinez. #inhousecounsel
#generalcounsel #newtoinhouse #ACCDocket

… Date: 06/22/2022 Increase your chances of getting hired for in-house role and succeeding early in your career. Learn … To prepare for an interview, pore over the company website and other publicly available materials; consider its … to in-house practice and the role you seek. Your network is a strength, too! Share your plans to enter in-house …
Articles
Karin B. Sinniger
05/01/2006

Provides a list of circumstances commonly excluded from force majeure (FM) to assist in deciding whether they should be in or out of your list of FM triggers.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Cog it ator A ll that considerable time spent negotiating com- mercial terms can amount to nothing if you have … outside normal business risk. Usually these will be events for which insurance is not readily available. Some buyers have claimed FM and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/23/2023
Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro discusses living abroad for work with Krystle Garnder, senior legal counsel and data protection officer at Capgemini Australia. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro discusses living abroad for work with Krystle Garnder, senior legal counsel and data … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by AVA Bitter / Shutterstock.com “If our lives are dominated by a search for happiness, … benefits of travel on our wellbeing , described how travel is more than fun. It is good for our mental health. Through …
Articles
Practical Law Company
01/16/2015
31 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of property law. The Intellectual Property (IP) in business transactions Q&A gives an overview of maintaining an IP portfolio, exploiting an IP portfolio through assignment and licensing, taking security over IPRs, IP and M&A transactions, and the impact of IP on key areas such as competition law, employees and tax in Australia.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This InfoPAKSM is a guide to intellectual property law in Australia. The IP … each of these IPRs is fully searchable online through this website. 2. What Steps Must a Business Take to Maintain the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/20/2021
An investigation into the largely halted evolution of data privacy laws in the Untied States.
… Docket Article Is US Privacy Law Standing Still? Scott Giordano Jennifer K. … Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) into law, the prospect for consumer privacy rights in the United States looked … usable form that potentially could be re-used with other online service providers. They also share a core set of …
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