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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/01/2014

This is an excerpt from a corporate annual meeting.

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Source: Resource Library
… Circular - Invitation to Shareholders May 1, 2014 This is an excerpt from a corporate annual meeting. Resource … live webcast of the meeting will be available through our website at www.manulife.com starting at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. We look forward to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
There is an illness that has afflicted the US healthcare industry that has exacted a staggering toll on healthcare companies, patients, doctors, investors, and taxpayers. It is not a virus. It is a different kind of pathogen that is far more difficult to eradicate: rampant, unbridled fraud.
… Docket Article Medicine for an Ailing Healthcare Industry Jim Nortz Publication Date: 12/18/2020 There is an illness that has afflicted the US healthcare industry … must get in the game In 2018, LRN, a company that provides online training programs, published a report entitled:  …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/26/2021
As her tenure as ACC board chair comes to a close, Jo Anne Schwendinger reflects on her time advancing the organization and the in-house field.
… at both the national and chapter level over the last year. For example, the foundation partnered with the Association … from marginalized communities. The Belonging Project is another incredible partnership formed last year. Based on … the annual 2021 Chief Legal Officers Survey . (Head to acc.com/clo2022 to participate in next year’s survey now.) …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2018
There's a growing feeling that technology is dramatically altering the traditional practice of law. But what can you do about it? Here's a crash course on how to approach this field and available solutions.
… Date: 09/01/2018 There's a growing feeling that technology is dramatically altering the traditional practice of law. But … mentioned here. Have a look at ACC’s own Legal Ops section website to discover new technology-based solutions. This … approvals, etc. Generic tools include www.mitratecth.com/teamconnect, www.thinksmart.com (acquired at the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/16/2020
So, how should a board respond to climate change — arguably the greatest and most immediate threat to the world and human existence? How can boards gain an understanding of how risks occasioned by changes in the climate and natural environment will impact operations and provide the appropriate level of support and guidance to management?
… Docket Article The Climate is Changing: What Every Board Member Needs to Know Brian M. … (Oct. 2016). ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2020
Over the past couple of years, the mantra for corporate counsel has been to understand the business. This seems to be a late reaction to the common practice over a decade ago when the legal department was often seen as the “department of no.”
… Date: 12/21/2020 Over the past couple of years, the mantra for corporate counsel has been to understand the business. … on your to-do list. Fast track. If a request can be solved in fewer than 30 minutes, address it immediately, otherwise … are being handled by the appropriate counsel – if someone is over - or underqualified for an issue, it is a waste of …
Articles
Antitrust Working Group in cooperation with the Association Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics (BME)
12/21/2017
12 pages

Deutsches Institut für Compliance (DICO) guidelines provide the reader with practical and actionable recommendations on Compliance issues.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Germany
… initiating a discussion regarding the subject matter but is not meant to constitute any kind of binding standard. DICO … to provide information regarding the structuring of a com- pliance programme, but also describe criteria for the … making statements in the annual report or on the company‘s website). In the latter case however, the statement, extracts …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
A day in the life of Deirdre O’Callaghan, Chief Counsel for Center for Internet Security, Inc. in East Greenish, NY.
… A day in the life of Deirdre O’Callaghan, Chief Counsel for Center for Internet Security, Inc. in East Greenish, NY. … and devices. 11:00 am Have my photo taken for our  new website rollout . Then, I participate in a call with a … the ACC Nonprofit Committee eGroup discussions. This forum is great for advice and I use it regularly. It’s been …
Articles
Garry B. Watzke
04/01/2004

Learn about technology escrow agreements in the event that your software developer goes broke or otherwise refuses to support the software.

… and technology investments. One of the best ways to do so is through an effective technology escrow program. … Whether you work for a software developer or for a com- pany in an industry that licenses software for its … to deliver services to cus- tomers, such as portals and website. 114 ACC Docket April 2004 • Partnership licensing. • …
Articles
Kevin Cranman, John F. Baum and Jason D’Cruz
04/01/2013

In the employer–employee relationship, the most advantageous position for an employer in terms of determining duties and obligations occurs when an employee first comes on board and when an employee leaves. Employers should think of initial negotiations as a prenuptial agreement with a new hire, and explain that amendments may occur as technology develops. This article considers what this agreement should look like and examines the legal department’s ongoing challenge of determining which laws govern advances in technology.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
in the employer–employee rela- tionship when the employer is in a stronger and more advantageous position to outline … whatever else darkens the doorway. kevin.cranman@ericsson.com John F. Baum is a partner with Hirschfeld Kraemer LLP in … ACC hAS MORE MATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. vISIT www.ACC.COM, WhERE yOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Global Legal Group
08/12/2024
174 pages

This resource provides jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction guidance to technology sourcing laws and regulations around the world.

This guide covers issues relating to procurement processes, dispute resolution procedures, intellectual property rights, data protection and employment law.

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Region: Global, Australia, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Madagascar, Nigeria, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… 2024 Technology Sourcing Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … +44 207 367 0720 customer.service@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … undertaken by a customer may also involve a breach of website terms and conditions. A supplier will not have …
Articles
CMS
08/21/2023
143 pages

This guide, initially published in 2020, reflects on the remote adjustments of working environments within the COVID-19 pandemic and looks forward at the ever evolving laws and regulations surrounding remote work. The push for employers to embrace remote work remains strong, but there are many factors to consider in this shift.

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Region: Global, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… explore key questions related to remote work, including: Is there legislation relating to work from home in your … feel free to reach out to us at employment@cmslegal.com. 3 | CMS Expert Guide to remote working … This resource was originally published and updated on the website of  CMS  on August 11, 2023. … CMS … This guide, …
Articles
Robert Falk, General Counsel, Human Rights Campaign Tom Fallas, Attorney, Human Rights Campaign
07/15/2010

Top ten tips for creating an effective pro bono program for your non-profit organization, which will offer tremendous support by augmenting your existing legal resources while easing budget constraints.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… which you expect to need pro bono assistance. Although it is easier to create and maintain a relationship with a single … for such work. A list of resources can be found on PILI's website ( http://www.pili.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=258&Itemid=164 ). Additional …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)
07/25/2013

This is a same voluntary code of conduct for mobile app short notices developed through the Multi-Stakeholder Process on Application Transparency convened by the United States Department of Commerce.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Information Administration (NTIA) July 25, 2013 This is a same voluntary code of conduct for mobile app short notices developed through the … parties. App developers should be aware that California’s Online Privacy Protection Act and other privacy laws may also …
Articles
Frederick J. Krebs
07/01/2012
6 pages

Given the current level of uncertainty in the legal profession, it would be prudent to proactively consider potential future career paths. Whether you would like to remain in-house, move to an outside firm or even open your own practice, you should weigh the pros and cons of each before choosing a path you may regret later.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and entrepreneurs push the frontiers of innovation. This is resulting in a growing number of providers, and a … level of experience. the ACC In-house Jobline (www.acc.com/jobline/index.cfm) offers valuable tools for those … resources. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Brent Thomas
10/01/2012

John P. Frantz, vice president and associate general counsel at Verizon, discusses how his role as chair of the company’s pro bono program is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job.

… how his role as chair of the company’s pro bono program is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job. Resource … Law School. John can be contacted at john.frantz@verizon.com. verizon’s Associate General counsel Answers the call … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Altman Weil and ACC
01/01/2004

The survey reports Chief Legal Officers focused on performance and effectiveness in an increasingly demanding corporate environment. Includes hiring patterns, relationships with outside counsel, company revenues, and other information about surveyed companies.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… DC 20036 Phone: 202.293.4103 Fax: 202.293.4701 www.acca.com 2004 RVEYCHIEF LEGmportance Altman Weil, Inc. ampus … Meeting in October 2004. The purpose of these surveys is to: 1) Capture the thinking of Chief Legal Officers … Altman Weil, Inc. at info@altmanweil.com, visit our website at www.altmanweil.com, or call (610) 886-2000 to …
Advocacy Filings
10/13/2005

Comment letter in response to a Notice of Proposed Priorities

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… be a factor in determining whether a sentencing reduction is warranted for cooperation with the government. These … New Hampshire Ave., NW Washington, DC 20037 www.BlankRome.com Delaware • Florida • Maryland • New Jersey • New York • … work of the ABA Task Force are available on the entity’s website at www.abanet.org/buslaw/attorneyclient/. United …
Articles
Global Legal Group
03/07/2024
251 pages

This guide provides corporate counsel and international practitioners with comprehensive jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction guidance to digital health laws and regulations around the world.

Topics covered include digital health technologies, data use, data sharing, intellectual property, commercial agreements, AI and machine learning, and liability.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States
… Edition 2024 Digital Health Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … and it will be visible on the ARTG database on the TGA website. The SaMD may then be legally supplied. It is also …
Articles
Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
35 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide to a Q&A that gives an overview of the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities in Canada.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Canada
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … http://uk.practicallaw.com/about/7-501-3536. This article is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to doing business … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
Program Materials
Bernadette Bulacan<br />Mike Dahn<br />Jolie Lin<br />
05/16/2011

A powerpoint presentation of the Corporate Counsel University session 201- Tech Solutions for Your Law Department.

… Corporate Counsel University session 201- Tech Solutions for Your Law Department. Resource Details Interest Area: Law … 64% Faster with Modern System 28 Better Understanding is Non-Trivial 29 Agenda 1. Evolution of Research Technology … 32 Better Results at a Lower Cost 2.8 hrs @ $300/hr $840 online charges ~$85 Total Research Cost = $925 1.4 hrs @ …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/03/2017

This is a sample bill of sale regarding used equipment.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Used Equipment Bill of Sale February 3, 2017 This is a sample bill of sale regarding used equipment. Resource … ADDRESS] (the "Company 2"). 1. PURCHASE OF USED EQUIPMENT. For valuable consideration, receipt of which is acknowledged, … Company 2agrees to sell and Company 1 agrees to buy the merchandise described in [SECTION 2], below, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/25/2017

This is a sample code of conduct and conflicts of interest policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Conduct and Conflicts of Interest Policy May 25, 2017 This is a sample code of conduct and conflicts of interest policy. … [COMPANY] employees. Purpose: To establish guidelines for employees in regard to ethical behavior and the avoidance … with whom a romantic relationship exists Selling or buying anything from [COMPANY], except on the same terms and …
Peer Practice Examples
11/30/2009

The "STARR" framework involves coordination between client and law firm to achieve better value in complex litigation. This Value Practice resource gives details.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Peer Practice Examples Managing Finances in Complex Litigation . . . Kaye Scholer's "STARR" Approach … act information: Steven Glickstein (sglickstein@kayescholer.com) Allen Waxman (Allen.Waxman@kayescholer.com)  … The "STARR" framework involves coordination between …
Articles
Yan-Xin Li, 3L, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
06/07/2016

This Quick Overview briefly examines the tax consequences of payments from litigation and settlements, such as the character and inclusion of these payments as income, as well as their deductibility and reporting in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Region: United States … Overview In litigation, attention is often focused solely on the amount of the awarded damages. … via arbitration, or other administrative hearing. For tax purposes, judgments and settlements are treated the … Cases , Reminger (Oct. 28, 2014), http://www.reminger.com/insights-reports-408.html. 8. Elizabeth Erickson & Ira B. …
Articles
Global Legal Group
05/23/2023
226 pages

This multijurisdictional guide covers common issues in initial public offerings, including the IPO process, regulatory architecture, public company responsibilities, potential risks, liabilities, and pitfalls.

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Region: Global, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… ISBN 978-1-83918-264-8 ISSN 2399-9594 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Offerings 2023, Seventh Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Foreword Joseph Corcoran Securities Industry and … issued by the company, including information posted on its website. In addition to periodic reports, a public U.S. …
Articles
Nirupama Pillai
01/01/2018

You’ve recently been tapped to create your company’s compliance and ethics program from scratch, but quickly realize that each step seems more complicated than the last. However, fear not. With an acute understanding of your company’s compliance needs, in-house counsel can set the stage for future success.

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Source: ACC Docket
… who are promoted to senior positions. ■■ ■education is key. compliance and ethics training is only as good as the … 2018 25 Back up. No matter how big or small a com- pany is, for a new ethics and compli- ance program to … ACC hAS MORE MATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR wEBSITE. vISIT WWW.ACC.COM, whERE yOU CAN BROwSE OUR …
Articles
John Morrow, Jeffry Shelby and Charles A. Volkert III
07/01/2009

It’s not a great time to be looking for a job; similarly, it’s not a great time to lose some of your company’s legal talent. The strength of a law department is in its ability to assemble — and hold on to — strong attorneys. Learn how to build and maintain your legal dream team.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… company’s legal talent. The strength of a law department is in its ability to assemble — and hold on to — strong … first- year or mid-level associates have found themselves com- peting with law firms to hire top talent. As starting … available. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Joe Otterstetter and Melanie Heller
07/01/2018
8 pages

Law remains one of the least racially diverse professions in the United States and is still predominately male. Faced with this reality, Diversity Lab came up with a novel idea to resolve lingering inequalities in the field.

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Interest Area: Diversity and Inclusion
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… racially diverse professions in the United States and is still predominately male. Faced with this reality, … of 3M’s Preferred Counsel Network. jhotterstetter@mmm.com Melanie Heller, vice president and chief of staff for … (March 2018) ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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Curtis E. Smolar
05/01/2018

As in-house counsel, you're constantly trying to find ways to turn a company's lemons into lemonade. So imagine if you could turn litigation, one of legal's sourest lemons, into a source of revenue. By making use of litigation financing, what was once a costly burden can transform into a functioning profit center.

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Source: ACC Docket
… experts, costs, and other incidental expenses. If the case is not successful, the funding company will not recover the … Tree Frog’s CEO, is faced with the fact that one of the com- pany’s key sources of revenue is not only not paying, … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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