As more companies go global, in-house counsel must manage litigation where a foreign entity is sued in the United States or litigate a matter in Europe. Not only must in-house counsel educate overseas managers about the reality of litigation in the United States and learn various rules abroad, but they also face the difficult task of determining what is discoverable and how to conduct investigations to comply with the demands of US courts and stringent EU data and privacy regulations. This panel will focus on highlighting the differences between the key stages of litigation in the European Union and the United States, using real-world examples to help in-house counsel better prepare to deal with the practical implications of litigation involving multiple jurisdictions.
Gain a more fluent knowledge of global privacy issues and data sharing challenges through an experiential learning session. Learn more about where technology is leading the law on privacy issues. Understand how in-house counsel can better anticipate and plan for shifts and developments in the area of data privacy. Learn by participation and peer interaction. Participants will represent the many countries involved in the operations of a hypothetical global company that wants to gather and share employee data internally. As company representatives within their jurisdiction, they will negotiate with the regulators (faculty) on proposed cross-border solutions for data sharing.
Examines the ethical rules and their interpretation by both courts and ethics' commissions to determine whether an agreement within a settlement package is unethical.
The session will cover important recent US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) developments since the 2014 ACC Annual Meeting. The program will review significant enforcement actions and trends as well as recent SEC developments related to cybersecurity, conflict minerals, social media, whistleblowing and disclosure reform. Presenters will also examine those sections of Dodd–Frank that matter most to corporate and securities lawyers in their day-to-day practices, including providing advice to management and board members. They will review the network of regulations that have been adopted pursuant to those sections, and report on the status of regulations not yet adopted by the SEC. The session will be a fast-moving program; come equipped with a working knowledge of the 1933 Act and the 1934 Act.
This brief guide provides high level frameworks of the operational environment, data-driven insights into law department priorities, and suggestions for continual learning to get new in-house counsel up to speed quickly.
An article discussing steps the Singapore Government tried to take to cool the increased rates of real estate.
With more and more employees filing discrimination allegations - and following the passing of significant employment laws and regulations - in-house counsel need to be proactive. Learn 10 tried and true strategies for avoiding employment-related litigation.
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 Argentina.
This multi-jurisdictional resource provides practical information on cross-border data protection issues, including regulations, data controller obligations, rights to access personal data, international transfer of data, and data processing by third parties.
Crypto assets have come to the forefront of society quickly. In an area where technology has surpassed the law in many jurisdictions, this guide aims to provide a current snapshot of the legal status of crypto assets around the world, current regulations, and forthcoming or proposed legislation.
Savings is not a strategy. Imagine a CEO opening an earnings call by celebrating the money the company “saved” on deal counsel and due diligence by not moving forward with an otherwise strategically vital acquisition. The stock would crater because leadership would rightly be judged as majoring in the minors.
As a line item, legal spend is a minor consideration. Rather, legal spend is better characterized as a relatively small investment that enables the business to execute on what matters.
Legal spend should be dictated by business needs. Those business needs are only escalating with the explosion in legal complexity. The increasingly law-thick environment in which businesses operate is having a profound impact on corporate top lines, bottom lines, valuations, and strategic opportunities. Trying to save money on legal is myopic—and excruciatingly common.
Navigating the complexities of a product recall can be challenging, but having a well-structured plan in place minimizes risks and ensures compliance.
In this checklist, we outline the six key steps every company should follow when faced with a potential recall—ranging from the initial determination of whether a recall is necessary to conducting a thorough after-action review. This guide can serve as a resource for any business looking to protect consumers and its brand during a recall event.
Learn tips for adapting to the new standard contractual clauses adopted by the European Commission on June 7, 2021, for international transfers of data.
The best general counsel are invaluable members of the business team - able to nimbly navigate between and harmonize the legal and business interests of their organizations. How do they do it? What do they expect from you? How do you manage the tension between providing legal and business advice? Join us to learn how to work with your business colleagues so that they will see you as not just legal but someone who means business. This panel will also address the ethical issues of how to navigate the attorney-client privilege and other ethical obligations while wearing "two hats" for the company.
A February 25, 2022 decree clarifies obligations of the Rixain law adopted in France in late 2021. Read some of the details in this article.
Learn about the rules and guidance issued on by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which came into effect April 20, 2022, regarding diversity in listed companies' boards and executive management.
The Securities and Exchange Commission's proposals on March 9, 2022 would require public companies to make new disclosures related to risk management, governance, strategy and incident reporting. Learn more here.
Since the 2008 economic collapse, many in-house counsel have found themselves in transition (and typically not of their own accord). Instead of picking up a new hobby, why not hone the skills you already possess? This article provides six suggestions for keeping your legal skills active while in a transitional role.
Learn about the collection and use of diversity data within organizations' global workforces, the affirmative action requirements in some jurisdictions and the challenges and
restrictions around diversity data gathering and use.
This QuickCounsel discusses the transaction terms Earn-Outs and MAE Conditions in mergers and acquisitions transactions at a high-level with a view to how buyers and sellers/targets are likely to view and negotiate these terms.
This CMS e-Guide contains an overview of international arbitration practice and chapters on the law and practice of arbitration in the jurisdictions covered. It is equivalent to Volume I of the printed version of the CMS Guide to Arbitration.
The George Washington University Paralegal Studies Program course description, including topics, objectives, agenda and readings.
Learn about sanctions taken against Russia by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and Switzerland.
Energy projects can be large, unwieldy beasts, even for the experienced in-house attorney. For US companies engaging in energy projects abroad, or using foreign suppliers and contractors for domestic projects, international elements can add complicated twists that are difficult to navigate. This session is designed to break down the fundamentals of energy project contracts, from the form of the contract itself, to an in-depth look at provisions like indemnification, choice of law, limitations of liability, insurance, tax issues and litigation versus alternative dispute resolution. It will provide a checklist of key topics to consider when drafting and negotiating these types of contracts. The panelists will also offer practice tips on how to navigate the treacherous waters of environmental litigation.
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