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Program Materials
Áine Lyons
07/08/2016

Learn how results can be multiplied when you put together any combination of in-sourcing, unbundling, alternative legal service providers, process improvement, value-based fees and technology. Whether you're looking for solutions to improve client satisfaction and cost control in litigation, M&A or patent management, these Value Champions will share proven tactics you can use.

… value-based fees and technology. Whether you're looking for solutions to improve client satisfaction and cost control … Learned… CONFIDENTIAL 18 Get critical GC and team ‟buy in”  Identify quick-win, low cost deliverables  … General Counsel Worldwide Legal Operations alyons@vmware.com … Learn how results can be multiplied when you put …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/19/2017

This is a sample sales contract where Seller shall transfer to Buyer the objects stated in the schedule on the date specified. Buyer shall be liable for any and all expenses for the transfer.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contract Between Buyer and Seller January 19, 2017 This is a sample sales contract where Seller shall transfer to … the schedule on the date specified. Buyer shall be liable for any and all expenses for the transfer. Resource Details … (the "Objects") stated in [SCHEDULE] and Buyer shall buy the same. Article 2. Buyer shall pay to Seller the amount …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/19/2004

A company's employment policy on conflicts of interest. Every employee should be free from the influence of personal considerations when representing the company in transactions with others, when making recommendations relating to such transactions, or when making decisions about such transactions.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Request a trial membership . … STATEMENT OF POLICY It is the policy of ___________ Company that every employee … officer, or employee of, perform work or services for, or receive compensation from, any concern which is a … would consider it important in determining whether to buy, sell, or hold the stock in question. Information is
Articles
Kenneth A. Cutshaw
04/01/2010

Kenneth A. Cutshaw analyzes the roles and responsibilities of the CLO in the digital world.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… of you who voted in the election when richard Nixon ran for president (that was my first year to vote) or Jimmy … busi- ness processing and the realignment of our com- puters to avoid the y2K crash. This proved that Tom Friedman’s flat world is a standard that drives our business lives. With …
Articles
Anil Adyanthaya
09/01/2014

Labor 
Day is not the only September holiday relevant to in-house counsel. That other national holiday is Grandparents Day, which falls on the first Sunday after Labor Day. The author shares his thoughts on why this is pertinent to work as corporate counsel.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… Author Anil Adyanthaya September 1, 2014 Labor 
Day is not the only September holiday relevant to in-house … on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ articles/acc-docket. Anil Adyanthaya SENIOR CORPORATE … of our workloads, it would probably be the top choice for corporate counsel regardless of month! But it may …
Articles
Frank Fletcher
04/01/2011

Frank Fletcher discusses how implementing a wiki can benefit some legal departments.

… . … ACC Docket 16 April 2011 HEArSAY Frank Fletcher is general counsel for nero aG headquartered in karlsbad, Germany with … can be found. Fletcher can be contacted at ffletcher@nero.com. “T he Times They Are a- Changin’,” or so wrote Bob …
Checklists
Exterro, Inc.
08/29/2023
3 pages

This checklist provides a means to determine if your business is affected by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). If your business falls under this category, this checklist also covers building action items that move the organization toward compliance.

… checklist provides a means to determine if your business is affected by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). If … of California consumers or households? · Does your company buy, sell or share the personal information 100,000 or more … · Sexual orientation Ensure the data is used only for disclosed purposes: · Data is used only for purposes for
Articles
Danny Ertel
10/25/2011

This article looks at how in-house counsel might leverage the capabilities of their in-house Sourcing & Procurement organization by working closely with them.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… (LPO) providers, an important aspect not to overlook is the creation of a “short list.” While that is the case, … Of course, looking at these surveys is no substitute for due diligence, but it is certainly a reasonable way to … or offering that seems particularly relevant to the buying organization‟s requirements or one whose …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
What do law and bread baking have in common? Absolutely nothing. Isn’t it wonderful?
… I have a habit of frequenting, I stumbled across a recipe for “No Knead Dutch Oven Bread.” My interest was piqued. I … biscuit. After reading multiple versions of the recipe online, the reviews indicated that anyone could produce this … planning, drafting, and fire-fighting. Everything we do is part of a continuum. It is unheard of to have any project …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/04/2022
Olga Mack spoke with Nada Alnajafi who detailed four effective ways to prevent “redline rage” for #inhousecounsel during contract negotiations from her new book, Contract Redlining Etiquette™.
… Docket Article Avoid These 4 Rage-Inducing Redline Faux Pas for More Efficient Contract Negotiations Olga V. Mack … eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … andriano.ca / Shutterstock.com We’ve all heard about drivers succumbing to “road rage” … as, “smarter redlining.”  Contract Redlining Etiquette is the first and only uniform set of rules and best practices …
Program Materials
Cornell Boggs, Daniel Desjardins, Av Maharaj, Garry G. Mathiason
06/19/2014

Discuss recent international court decisions affecting in-house practice; Review recent Canadian court decisions affecting in-house practice; and learn how litigation tied to business practices, global change, social phenomena, regulatory goals, etc. are reshaping GCs’ focus.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: Canada
… Canadian Corporate Counsel Cornell  Boggs    Cornell Boggs is the senior vice president, general counsel and corporate …  a?acks  are  up  23%.     •  1  in  8  legi?mate  website  have  a  cri?cal  vulnerability.     ACC 2014 … t i na ti ona l employe r s shoul d recogni ze and become com f or t a bl e with the centr a l fact that openi ng or …
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 …
ACC
07/01/2019
16 pages

The honorees for the 2019 Top 10 30-Somethings exemplify the best traits of ACC membership. They are all pioneers in their own unique ways – going above and beyond in their organization, assisting others in the in-house industry, and devoting themselves to their own individual communities.

Resource Details
Region: United States, Canada
… Author ACC July 1, 2019 16 pages The honorees for the 2019 Top 10 30-Somethings exemplify the best traits … to ACC Docket TOP 10 The Power of Collaboration. saul.com The new Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr now has a deeper … at Capital One, one of St. Aude’s main responsibilities is overseeing the review process for the bank’s syndicated, …
Articles
03/18/2015

This is a report from the General Counsel concerning recent employer rule cases.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Office the General Counsel Memorandum March 18, 2015 This is a report from the General Counsel concerning recent … protected concerted activity; by banning union activity, for example. Even if a rule does not explicitly prohibit … example, reference to the copyrighted handbook or Company website for purposes of commentary or criticism, or use of …
Articles
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.

Resource Details
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
Richard Mannella and Julie A. Hopkins
12/01/2014

During oral arguments in the 2006 Supreme Court case eBay Inc. v. MercExchange, LLC, Justice Anthony Kennedy asked, “Is the [patent] troll the scary thing under the bridge?” For many, the answer is yes. Fear no more: This article discusses legislation designed to rein in troll behavior.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Inc. v. MercExchange, LLC, Justice Anthony Kennedy asked, “Is the [patent] troll the scary thing under the bridge?” For … and retail stores, a shopping cart on an online retail website, and bank ATM technology. If the receiver of a demand … Operations Group at Citigroup. richard.mannella@citi.com Julie A. Hopkins is partner and chair of the intellectual …
Peer Practice Examples
ACC
01/01/2004

More than ever before, corporate boards and their lawyers are squarely in the spot light. Transparency, independence, and informed decision-making are among important governance program features that many believe will help keep companies on track. Companies such as Alcan Inc, Avnet Inc, Bell Canada Enterprises, Cargill Incorporated, ChevronTexaco, Intel Corporation, Lyondell Chemical Company, and Praxair, Inc. share information on board structure and function, board-level practices related to broader governance initiatives, and describe the role of in-house lawyers in helping to develop these programs.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Counsel ACC’s Leading Practice Profiles: www.acca.com/vl/practiceprofiles.php LEADING PRACTICES IN BOARD … January, 2004 Good governance is more than just a fleeting fad — it’s a necessity in … summary in Section II and accessible via the company’s website) as a leading practice. ß Commitment to Excellence in
Articles
Joseph R. ("Casey") Mangan Jr. - counsel, Allstate Insurance Company; and John L. Hines Jr. - partner, intellectual property department, Sachnoff & Weaver, Ltd.
02/01/2006

This article discusses why negotiating software licensing agreements can be difficult and outlines how to maximize your chances for successfully negotiating some critical deal points.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Beating Vendor Lockdown: Negotiating Software Licenses for Your Organization Author Joseph R. ("Casey") Mangan Jr. - … . … With its need for service and updates, software is not a commodity purchase, but rather a long- term … You selected your vendor because of its professional com- petence; there is no guarantee that the company …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/24/2016

This is a sample manufacturing services agreement between a manufacturer and customer.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Between Manufacturer and Customer October 24, 2016 This is a sample manufacturing services agreement between a … and/or [EXHIBIT A]. The Prices shall remain fixed for the term of the Agreement, subject to Manufacturer's … to order Components in accordance with the various minimum buy quantities, tape and reel quantities, and multiples of …
Articles
Malavika Jayaram*, Jayaram & Jayaram
12/12/2014
13 pages

This article summarizes the legislative framework for the protection of personally identifiable information (PII).

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: India
… with: Adams & Adams Arzinger Coelho Ribeiro e Associados Com advokatbyrå Drew & Napier LLC ELIG, Attorneys-at-Law … 2051-1280 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal … made available to the government on a password-protected website. (clause 34.12 and 34.13) and ‘details of …
… upcoming events 2024 2024 ACC-Boston University Mini MBA for In-house Counsel Program Dates ACC Member Rate ACC … the COVID-19 pandemic. Most recently, the Omicron variant is once again reducing interest to attend in-person events. … regarding this program, please email us at education@acc.com . Executive Leadership Institute: ACC is closely …
… Practices Working Group (Working Group) for their many months of labor on the important and necessary … to practice in another jurisdiction of the United States, is in good standing, and not disbarred or suspended from … DC 20036-5425 tel 202.293.4103 fax 202.293.4701 www.ACCA.COM 1. Why diminish an affected in-house counsel’s authority …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/09/2018

This is a sample workplace security checklist.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Workplace Security Checklist March 9, 2018 This is a sample workplace security checklist. Resource Details … provided as part of this presentation are intended merely for informational purposes. No representation is made as to … | Telephone: 202-263-0267 | E-mail: john.martin@ogletree.com; Shontell Powell | Atlanta, GA | Telephone: 404-870-1746 …
Articles
Henry Z. Horbaczewski and Ronald I. Raether
04/01/2012

Driven by recessionary cost pressures and tech-savvy employees, some companies now ask or allow employees to use their own electronic devices to interact with company systems. However, this trend also brings with it an increase in related security and privacy issues. Learn which issues must be addressed to mitigate the risks of employee-owned devices.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… resources to interact with company systems. This trend is driven by recessionary cost pressures, which often result … of reed elsevier inc. He can be contacted at henry@reilaw.com. roNAlD i. rAeTHer, Cipp, is a partner at faruki ireland … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Dr. Kim Moller and David W. Hull
09/01/2001

This article will focus on those features of the EU merger control regime that are most important for corporate counsel who are responsible for managing different aspects of the deal and for serving as a liaison between management and outside counsel.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United States
… the Commission blocked the deal. Although GE/Honeywell is the exception rather than the rule in that the vast … of the Merger Regulation's one-stop shop often leads com­ panies to structure their deals so as to fall within the … topic. ^• • European Commission's Competition Directorate website con­ tains most legislation and cases and all of the …
Articles
Global Legal Group
04/10/2024
150 pages

This guide covers common issues in public investment funds – including registration, regulatory framework, marketing of public funds, and tax treatment – in 19 jurisdictions.

Resource Details
Region: Andorra, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States
… 2024 Public Investment Funds 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 … is a reporting issuer is required to have a designated website – one that is publicly accessible and established and …
Articles
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 …
Articles
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 …
Articles
09/21/2007

News, Notes, & Datebook Information for October 2007

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… September 20, 2007 News, Notes, & Datebook Information for October 2007 Resource Details Interest Area: Law … visit the links listed below. Kaplan’s decision: www.acc.com/public/amicus/ opiniondismissingcase.pdf ACC’s brief: … Judiciary Committee and relevant subcommittees. The bill is an exact replica of the Senate version of the Act …
Articles
CMS
10/10/2022
219 pages

Learn the rules regarding corporate groups' cash pooling, with this multi-country guide.

Resource Details
Region: Europe, Asia, Albania, Austria, Bulgaria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Italy, Montenegro, Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine
… flow requirements from time to time. The master account is usually held by the parent company or by a “treasury … they are allowed to enter into a relationship with the com-pany only if all information on the con-dition and type … such notification should be published on the official website of the company within 72 hours, despite other …
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