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Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/14/2020
Current GCs who are interested in ascending to the top corporate office will have to show that they can occupy a few critical but less official roles first. Each is closely tied to their immediate responsibilities while moving them ever closer to the strategic center of the business.
… Docket Article GC Is the New CEO: The Rise and Rise of General Counsel Deena … Many general counsels also became viable candidates for the job of CEO — evidence of their growing role as …   General counsel as a risk mitigator  The sheer volume of buy- and sell-side contracts can bring a legal department — …
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Rebecca Ditsch, Managing Editor of Practitioner Insights - Employment on WestlawNext
04/24/2013

This article contains some considerations that lawyers representing both sellers and buyers should keep in mind during any acquisition, merger, or spin-off of a business with a focus on US law.

… Articles Top Ten Employment Considerations for Sellers and Buyers in Acquisitions (United States) Author … in the process have left some lawyers asking if that trend is back. We may not know for awhile, but the following are … inserting language into the purchase agreement that it was buying the assets "free and clear of all liabilities." An …
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Tyler C. Gerking, Farella Braun + Martell LLP, San Francisco, California
12/15/2017

In this Quick Overview, in-house counsel can learn about the top ten most pressing issues for cyber insurance and security in the United States.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top 10 Cyber Insurance Considerations for In-house Counsel in 2018 Author Tyler C. Gerking, Farella … against these and other risks. But cyber insurance is not standard; there is wide variation in policy language … cyber insurance quote. Also see whether your company can buy "system failure" coverage, which would reimburse lost …
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Practical Law
03/23/2016
34 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of the main trends and significant deals in the United Arab Emirates.

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Region: United Arab Emirates
… 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/4-502-1260. This Q&A is part of the global guide to construction and projects law. … Law. For more information about Practical Law, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
Program Materials
Kari Endries
Jennifer Mailander
Karen Narwold
10/30/2013

One of the most important topics in corporate compliance and governance compliance is subsidiary management. In our expanding global economy, the challenges of managing subsidiaries are complex, fraught with risk, and can quickly become an administrative nightmare. In this panel, compliance and governance professionals will discuss their experiences in managing entities across the world, working with agents and outside counsel, and managing tax issues. The program is aimed at identifying lessons learned, improving work practices, and reducing the risks and expenses your organization faces in maintaining entities around the world.

… topics in corporate compliance and governance compliance is subsidiary management. In our expanding global economy, … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Wednesday, October 30 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 910: Best … sophisticated package •  Utilize your registered agent’s website for ordering good standing certificates, forms, etc. …
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Sheffieled Hale and Laurisa Curran
01/01/2012

Although nonprofits have continued to grow in size and sophistication, they are under constant pressure to increase transparency and justify their tax-exempt status. Instead of a threat, view this as an opportunity to define your organization to your stakeholders, resulting in better management and continued independence from excessive regulations.

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Source: ACC Docket
… that has resulted from various scandals; a public that is increasingly skeptical of institutions; and the historic … national Health Council, and in multiple publications and website loca- tions. below is a discussion of each of the … at trial. Instead, we invite you to visit sedgwicklaw.com/results for a compelling—and we trust convincing—record …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
By nature, lawyers avoid risk. Tech gurus in Silicon Valley, however, thrive on it. As the general counsel of Avira, a German cybersecurity and antivirus software company, Claus Kaufmann had to learn how to delicately balance preventing risk while simultaneously embracing it.
… preventing risk while simultaneously embracing it. Avira is one of the world’s first antivirus software companies with … — but also could possibly fail — seems like a recipe for disaster. That’s why since joining Avira in 2008, … for their intercontinental company. “We found that using online collaboration tools and well-structured video calls …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2018
Could people’s identities be verified by a unique biometric? And would all transactions be recorded on blockchain? Tech Toolbox Columnist Gregory Stern hypothesizes what the not-too-distant future might hold.
… but also because of their legal implications. Biometrics is “the measurement and analysis of unique physical or … problems in this digital age is identity verification. For more than 50 years, we have been using a combination of … but all that changed once SSNs became accessible online. It’s clear that we need some new way to verify our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/19/2015

This is a checklist of state by state driving records backgrounds.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Driving Records Background Check October 19, 2015 This is a checklist of state by state driving records backgrounds. … Alaska Alaska Stat. Ann. § 28.15.151: with written consent Arizona Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 28-455 and 28-457: with … Stat. §§ 60-2907 and 60-2909.01: to verify information or for any reason with written consent Nevada New Hampshire …
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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
03/14/2024
57 pages

This ACC guide, sponsored by Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, provides an overview of some of the protection frameworks for data and software.

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Region: United States, Europe
… and Asset Protection Sponsored by: ACC Guide SM acc.com 2 | Data and Software: Risk Management and Asset … fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This ACC GuideSM is intended to assist in-house and outside counsel in … a daily basis. Customer lists, process improvement data, website usage, data about suppliers, organically developed …
07/18/2017

Working with your marketing team to manage your company's brands - presentation held in Melbourne 18 July 2017.

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Region: Australia
… manage your company’s brands Roanne De Menezes This event is brought to you by ACC Australia in conjunction with … Selecting a new brand Primo Angeli, from brainyquote.com. “A great trade mark is appropriate, dynamic, … of social media sites and marketplace sites Page 49 • Website operators may be liable for user-generated content …
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Robyn King, Human Rights Specialist, South32
01/01/2017
3 pages

In this short article, Robyn King, Human Rights Specialist at South32, discusses practices to address modern slavery issues in companies' supply chains.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Collection: Sustainability
Region: Australia, Global
… men and children living in modern slavery today1, it is difficult to determine if any supply chain is slavery … there must be a prominent link to this on the company’s website. Australia may soon follow suit by strengthening our … acc_journal_spring17.indd 10 19/08/2017 10:15 AM acla.acc.com 11VOLUME 27, ISSUE 3 – SPRING 2017 Recent legal cases …
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Arent Fox LLP
09/24/2015
54 pages

In this ACC guide (InfoPAK) for advanced practitioners with a basic understanding of technology agreements, employment agreements, and commercial lease agreements, learn practical tips for addressing important issues that frequently arise in these areas, and gain critical guidance and necessary best practices designed to help businesses achieve their commercial goals.

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Source: Resource Library
Collection: Contract Negotiation Skills
Region: Global
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … executes agreements that cover a broad range of topics. It is often necessary for in-house counsel to assess the … For more information on Arent Fox LLP, please visit their website at www.arentfox.com, or see the “About the Author” …
Program Materials
10/19/2009

Hear the latest news and views from current and former ACC leaders about life in the legal industry from the corporate and government perspective. First off, learn firsthand what it’s like to move from being the general counsel of a large corporation to general counsel of one of the largest US government agencies, the Department of Homeland Security. What leadership lessons are transferable from the private sector to the public sector, and how does one successfully navigate the maze "inside the Beltway"? What are the daily challenges, trials and tribulations involved in overseeing over 1,700 attorneys? Next up, participate in an interactive town hall discussion on current events affecting your work today. Key discussion points will touch on cyber-security, disaster preparedness and crisis management, immigration reform, and financial reform. What’s the hot topic of the moment? Who knows, anything could happen.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… requests should be directed to legalresources@acc.com or +1 202.293.4103, ext. 342. The information in this ACC … sponsors, and/or the ACC. This ACC Annual Meeting material is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject … information about Robert Half Legal please visit their website at www.roberthalflegal. com or see the “About the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

The guidelines contained in this material may be protected under various intellectual property laws, including copyright and trademark.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to your own standards and culture in customizing these for your firm. As well-known legal blogger [BLOGGER NAME] … and trademark. Unless otherwise stated, this material is and remains the intellectual property of [COMPANY] … and/or which uses firm assets. The [COMPANY DOMAIN].com address attached to your name implies that you are acting …
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Practical Law Company
01/28/2016
35 pages

This ACC guide provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of board composition, the comply or explain approach, management rules and authority, directors' duties and liabilities, transactions with directors and conflicts, company meetings, internal controls, accounts and audit, institutional investors and reform proposals in Saudi Arabia.

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Region: Saudi Arabia
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … at http://crossborder.practicallaw.com/4-501-7404. The Q&A is part of the global guide to corporate governance law. For … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/. The information in
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Practical Law Company
09/24/2014
30 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview on private acquisitions law and practice in Turkey.

… 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/5-540-1660. This Q&A is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to private … 29 A. Official Government Website of Turkey …
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Practical Law
03/23/2016
30 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of the main trends and significant deals in Indian construction plans.

Resource Details
Region: India
… 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/4-502-1260. This Q&A is part of the global guide to construction and projects law. … Law. For more information about Practical Law, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
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Richard Starr - managing counsel, American Express; Randy Williams - managing director - Redmond, and Arlene Redmond, Williams & Associates, LLC; and Arlene Redmond - managing director - Redmond, Williams & Associates, LLC
10/01/2006

In order to preserve an ethical environment at your company, your employees need to feel comfortable enough to come forward and discuss problems informally and confidentially. While formal channels like hotlines are good, they're not enough in today's corporate setting. Read on for tips on how to set up your own ombuds program and the advantages the informality of it will provide for everyone.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… they're not enough in today's corporate setting. Read on for tips on how to set up your own ombuds program and the … launched into possible improper account- ing. The reserve is eventually reversed, and the financials are restated. The … For more information, please see www.redmond williamsassoc.com. abusive behavior, falsification of financial records, …
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Meritas
07/01/2013

A reference guide for Private Equity and Venture Capital professional, adviser and lawyers. It sets out the current status of jurisdictions, implementation of new regulation and key considerations to take into account when deciding to invest in different European jurisdictions.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom
… client service. All information provided by Meritas is for information purposes only and does not constitute a … websites and/or non-Meritas information provided on the website or via this PE Chart or returned from Meritas web … E: boyana.milcheva@dpc.bg T: +359 885 122449 W: www.sibeth.com -11- NON-MANDATORY COEFFICIENT RISK DIVERSIFICATION …
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Darragh J. Davis - Vice President and General Counsel, PETCO Inc.<br /><br />Deborah Epstein Henry - Founder and President, Flex-Time Lawyers LLC<br /><br />Rupa G. Singh - Partner, McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP<br /><br />Elizabeth B. Daniels - Chief Legal Counsel, SIMNSA Health Plan
11/01/2009

With such an emphasis on value these days, law firms may be judged on their ability to shed the confines of the billable hour, improve efficiency and resourcefulness. But the most rewarding results may come from mastering the age-old concept of work/life balance.

… and Savings Through ACC Docket 93 November 2009 The time is ripe to think creatively about the traditional law firm … of legal matters and institute merit-based associate com- pensation. Others believe that law firms of the future … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/21/2015

This is a sample sponsorship and related benefits agreement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Related Benefits Agreement October 20, 2015 This is a sample sponsorship and related benefits agreement. … Company Property to be posted by the ABC on the ABC website for use of ABC members: _________ [ insert materials … please contact Jeff Tenenbaum at jstenenbaum@venable.com or via telephone at 202-344-8138. �Note that the tax …
Articles
10/05/2015

This article shows arbitration practitioners involved in a trust arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… . … ASA Special Series No. 41 S orts Arbitration:p A Coach for Other Players? Elliott Geisinger Elena Trabaldo - de … have never been involved in a tr ust arbitration. This is not really .surprising: until recently, trust lit igation … risks, but equally the z3 http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2005-06-12/news/0506120282_]_penny-pritzker- …
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Stuart M. Altman, David M. Greenwald
08/25/2015

This article shows how to maximize protections of attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine in internal investigations and audits.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… D.C. Chicago, Illinois stuart.altman@hoganlovells.com dgreenwald@jenner.com 2TOPICS • Attorney-Client Privilege … East to Obtain Contracts. – Employee’s Manager in U.S. Is Aware of Payments. – Company Has Been Booking Costs of … processing data; (b) transferring data; (c) limiting use for which data will be used? – Litigation Hold Notice? – Has …
Articles
Jackson Lewis P.C.
01/31/2022
37 pages

In this resource, in-house counsel can learn more about legislation, litigation, regulations and trends in the United States employment landscape for 2022.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles 2022: The Year Ahead for Employers Author Jackson Lewis P.C. January 31, 2022 37 … FOR EMPLOYERS COVID-19 Key Points threshold issue of what is an undue hardship on the employer in a religious … Orlando • (407) 246-8440 • Tasos.Paindiris@jacksonlewis.com Melanie L. Paul Principal Atlanta • (404) 586-1869 • …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2015
Conflict minerals are poised to become an even larger factor in supply chain compliance as legislation is currently being proposed in the European Union, which may be more stringent than that currently on the books in the United States.
… Docket Article Conflict Minerals: Is Your Supply Chain Compliant? Sasha Glassman Publication … the poorest countries in the world, ravaged by civil war for over half a century. Armed militias use the country’s … the greatest possible specificity and publish this on its website. Companies were required to file their first …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
Research shows that highly engaged teams significantly outperformed those in the bottom quartile. Here’s how to increase collaboration and find the leaders who will drive the cause.
… Docket Article Looking for Exceptional Leadership? Look for Exceptionally Engaged … Development Source: ACC Docket … An engaged employee is someone who is both happy at work, and in their overall … Clifton and Harter, supra, p.105 (2019), www.gallup.com/workplace/251642/manager.aspx. … Research shows that …
Articles
10/19/2015

This publication provides an overview of the resources and services offered by the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… and Expedited Arbitration Rules and clauses. The Center is the only interna- tional provider of specialized … > Liaises with parties and neu- trals to ensure optimal com- munication and procedural efficiency. > Arranges support … 82 47 Fax : +41 22 740 37 00 Email : arbiter.mail@wipo.int Website : www.wipo.int/amc For any other enquiry contact WIPO …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2016
This article will review the most prominent global supply chain transparency laws and regulations, discuss how companies can implement robust compliance programs, examine the pitfalls that can accompany supply chain policies and disclosures, and describe how to deal with problems that arise.
… chains have become more global and diverse, however, this is no easy task. Even first-tier suppliers can be … along the way. Complex supply chains provide opportunities for bad actors. Governments increasingly rely on businesses … and all things being equal, 78 percent of Americans would buy an American product over one from another country. In an …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2019
Cross-border compliance is an ongoing challenge for multinational companies. But multinational compliance is much tougher when you are dealing with the virtual world.
… Stern Publication Date: 06/06/2019 Cross-border compliance is an ongoing challenge for multinational companies. But multinational compliance is … effective disclosure in the complicated context of new online relationships such as social media platforms. Since …
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