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Joseph Simone, Partner, and Christopher Smith, Partner, Simone Intellectual Property Services
10/22/2020
4 pages

This article provides a holistic overview of the need to create and register trademarks in the Greater China region. It also poses questions that should be considered before developing the trademarks, as well as exploring the various linguistic considerations that should be taken into account, due to the numerous oral dialects used through China.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: China
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House
… The use and registration of Chinese-language trademarks is an essential part of any marketing activity in Greater … version of a foreign mark in oral communications. Even if, for example, a foreign language trademark is being used … in the PRC. This is particularly true with respect to online enforcement, as trade platforms in China will …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/07/2017

This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Guest Room Commitment Agreement February 7, 2017 This is a sample hotel guest commitment agreement. Resource … [HOTEL NAME] [HOTEL ADDRESS] [HOTEL PHONE NUMBER] [HOTEL WEBSITE] and [ORGANIZATION NAME] and outlines specific … and [ORGANIZATION NAME] agrees that it will be responsible for utilizing, The Hotel agrees that it will provide, and …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/20/2015

Three Party Escrow Service Agreement for the United Kingdom

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… (UK) March 20, 2015 Three Party Escrow Service Agreement for the United Kingdom Resource Details Interest Area: … level of protection in each unique situation. [COMPANY] is different from other providers in the industry because of … the foregoing are capable of registration or not; "Company Website" means [COMPANY WEBSITE] together with any other …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/11/2022
11 pages

Learn about the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 allowing the UK government to scrutinize and intervene in acquisitions and investments in order to protect national security.

… 1 National security is not defined … a list of offices, please visit www.eversheds-sutherland.com. 1 The National Security and Investment Act 2021 (“NSI … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. eversheds-sutherland.com © Eversheds Sutherland …
Program Materials
James McGrew<br />William Potter<br />Frederick Stein
05/17/2011

Smart companies plan, measure results and demonstrate success. The legal department within those companies need to follow suit. Demonstrating to your client that you add value is critical. This program will teach the in's and out's of strategic planning and effective metrics development that will help you demonstrate your department's successes and show your boss how you add value to the company's bottom line.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… suit. Demonstrating to your client that you add value is critical. This program will teach the in's and out's of …  Rela?ons  Execu?ve  Ogletree  Deakins  The  slides  for  this  por?on  of  the  presenta?on  are  based  on …  statements,  press  releases,  etc.    §  Review  the  website,  every  word.    Review  any  intranet.     First …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2018
Great in-house lawyers, faced with an upheaval in technology, keep calm and don’t fall in love with the first solution. They look to the fundamental aspects of their work and their clients’ needs. They take a deep breath and never panic.
… Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … There is a reason for this in-house pragmatism: We are not afraid. Feeling old … developed the first automated contract drafting tools and online libraries. And the great work continues today: in
Articles
Marcela Mendez and Angela Matney
09/01/2014

Recently, European Union officials have called into question the efficacy of the Safe Harbor framework — a practical, cost-effective solution for many companies involving the collection of personal data of EU residents and its transfer to the United States. Although Safe Harbor will likely not be revoked, companies should consider whether alternate data transfer mechanisms can meet their needs.

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Source: ACC Docket
… promise to apply these principles to personal data that is transferred from the European Union to the United States. … heigh tened Safe Harbo r enforcem ent by the Federal Trade Com mission (FTC), com panies also need to ensure com pliance … the event this rec- ommendation is adopted. 4. The DoC’s website should clearly indicate all organizations that are …
Articles
Anita Barker, Partner, Control Risks and Sorana Parvulescu, Partner, Control Risks
01/04/2019

In-house counsel are ideally placed within their organizations to lead and coordinate a risk management approach for business development and market entry. This brief overview examines risk assessment for in-house counsel working with firms based in the Middle East.

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Region: United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Middle East
… Articles The Driving Role of In-house Counsel in Market Entry Risk Assessments: A View … to lead and coordinate a risk management approach for business development and market entry. This brief … and ultimately be more successful. This approach is most effective when led by top management (executive …
Articles
CMS
10/10/2022
242 pages

In this multi-country guide, learn about class actions in a wide range of jurisdictions in Europe.

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Region: Europe, Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Netherlands
… actions Class actions have been on the rise in Europe for a number of years, but the rate is accelerating. New procedural devices intended to better … newspapers, including a local daily newspaper, and on the website of the respective organization for protection of …
Articles
Axel Viaene
03/01/2010

As the first in-house counsel for a business in Europe, you will face all of the same challenges a fully staffed legal department faces on a daily basis. You'll be required to be business expert, psychologist, strategist, educator, cultural translator, great communicator and legal advisor, all rolled into one. By focusing on a few major elements - expectations, routine, workplace and tools - you can minimize ramp-up time while keeping your eye on the end game.

… und A Eur opEAn pErs pEctiv E on thE p ionEE r LAw yEr it is your first dAy At your nEw job and you’re all fired up and … of ACC. Viaene can be contacted at aviaene@ starbucks.com. PRACTICAL INFORMATION ON LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAWS … templates. I decided to train my clients on the use of the website. Another technique that I used to direct client …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2016
While it may seem like second nature to in-house counsel, successfully negotiating the closure of a business transaction is an art form. It requires transparency, organization, and market awareness to understand how to approach negotiation in a way that effectively ensures a positive outcome for all parties involved. By understanding these factors, and how to navigate the risks associated with them, in-house counsel can efficiently close multiple transactions simultaneously to favorable returns.
… Docket Article Tools for Efficiently Engaging and Closing Business Transactions … negotiating the closure of a business transaction is an art form. It requires transparency, organization, and … together virtual reality content for a movie studio or online media platform, Bethany would want to ensure that she …
Articles
Laura A. Frase
08/01/2016
32 pages

This article focuses on behavioral economics theories and negotiation strategy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Collection: Contract Negotiation Skills
Region: United States
… (Nelken, 1996) INTRODUCTION As negotiators our goal is to maximize economic gain. Yet it is undisputed that as … agreement. Scholars have endeavored to explain the basis for these supposed irrational reactions. Where does the … An epic, epidemic overreaction on CNN http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/20/health/ebola-overreaction/index.html Ariely, …
Articles
Karin B. Sinniger
10/01/2003

Have you ever needed a technology tool that would make your practice more efficient but found that generic office products didn't deliver all that you needed? Read this article to learn how with a very modest budget you can rapidly develop technology tools targeted to support your legal practice and protect the intellectual property therein.

… membership . … 20 ACC Docket October 2003 BECAUSE LAW IS NOT THE CORE BUSINESS of a corporation, in-house counsel … Development Council. She is available at sinnigkb1@bp.com. The author thanks Paula J. Clayton, a senior attorney at … of documents because documents are posted to a secure website on BP’s intranet. bpdeal™ also has a feature that …
Articles
Mark Diamond, CEO & Founder, Contoural, Inc.
07/26/2019

In this Quick Overview, learn how to calibrate your organization's efforts to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in regards to data security, unstructured data, paper information, privacy maturity and more.

… Consumer Privacy Act Program – Setting a Target Maturity for Your Organization Author Mark Diamond, CEO & Founder, Contoural, Inc. July 26, 2019 In this Quick Overview, learn how to calibrate your … quantity and breadth of this information, how widely it is shared as well as how this information is stored and …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/20/2015

Three Party Master Depositor Escrow Service Agreement for the United Kingdom

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… 2015 Three Party Master Depositor Escrow Service Agreement for the United Kingdom Resource Details Interest Area: … level of protection in each unique situation. [COMPANY] is different from other providers in the industry because of … the foregoing are capable of registration or not; "Company Website" means [COMPANY WEBSITE ADDRESS] together with any …
Articles
Cathi J. Hunt, Eric W. Iskra, Richard M. Wallace
04/01/2010

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.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… passed and wide-sweeping agency regulations issued, it is a good time to examine the preventative strategies your … and litigation. hunt can be contacted at cjhunt@snopud.com. EriC W. iSkra is a member of the law firm Spilman thomas … are available to download from the US Department of Labor website (www.dol.gov/esa/ WHD/fmla/index.htm). The …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/22/2019
A messy office area can be a distraction and an obstacle to your job. Maintaining an organized desk is vital to completing your work tasks, prioritizing your day, and keeping a clear mind. Follow this checklist for a cleaner and more organized workspace.
… and an obstacle to your job. Maintaining an organized desk is vital to completing your work tasks, prioritizing your day, and keeping a clear mind. Follow this checklist for a cleaner and more organized workspace. Resource Details … habits annually and consider needed adjustments Consider buying new office supplies or replacing old ones to simplify …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2015
The outside law firm consists of approximately 30 percent women and various diverse attorneys from around the world. In this article, we intend to highlight two aspects of diversity that have received little attention in legal literature to date, which we call “experiential diversity” and “global diversity.”
… shows its value relates to the location and procedures for resolution of business disputes. In the age of bookless … a “brain drain.” The legal profession’s challenge is to fuse these critical elements of a well-rounded lawyer. … as the library) to see what information was available online. There was no information on the Internet regarding …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2016
This article surveys the different generations that make up today’s workforce and provides ideas about the solutions employers can take to harness the collective wisdom and strengths of those generations.
… Allow flexible work. Allowing employees to work remotely is a good start. Be transparent. Polls find time and again … management. Invest in orientation and training. Not just for younger employees either — older workers are interested … that are effective in the open communication loop are online or in-person forums such as informal “brown bags” with …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2016
I believe we’ve made huge progress in recent years towards the model of the in-house lawyer as business partner, but maybe we’ll soon need a new paradigm.
… many resources. As a matter of fact, I paid out of pocket for participation in the conferences and my association fees, … considered it as an investment in myself. I think that it is an investment that paid off many times over. What has been … abound in all these events and are enhanced by online tools that facilitate the exchange of views and …
Program Materials
Heidi Franken, Kevin Gross, Jonathan Shapiro, Carlos Vasquez
10/18/2016

Securities regulators in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada are reviewing and making new changes to policies and rules relating to whistleblowing. This panel will review key changes to whistleblower policies implemented by the US Securities and Exchange Commission, UK Financial Conduct Authority, and Canadian provincial securities regulators. Attendees will also receive practical advice on how in-house counsel can protect their corporations and ensure that they are in compliance with changing whistleblower policies.

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Source: Meetings
Region: Canada, United Kingdom, United States
… Carlos Vasquez October 18, 2016 Securities regulators in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada are … Recent notables: Health Net: WB claims settled for $340K (Aug. 2016) (separation agreement included … "In the end, our financial system only works--our market is only free--when there are clear rules and basic safeguards …
Articles
Reachel Beichley, Anthony Grice, and Virginia Fry
09/01/2018

Insider data breaches have been steadily increasing over the years, and company executives have been devoting resources to addressing these threats. But how should the board of directors champion this effort? And how can in-house counsel best educate them on this issue?

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Source: ACC Docket
… than any other computer security threat.1 This new trend is especially troublesome because, while the financial cost … can materially disrupt a company’s business; harm the com- pany’s brand, reputation, and goodwill; and cause … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Theodore Banks, Tom Giller and Scott Lassar
04/01/2007

Read this 2008 Apex Award-winning article!<br/>The "new job" of in-house and outside counsel involves acting as a private eye of sorts. Tracking down allegations of wrongdoing, which range from the improper use of the company car by a manager, to securities fraud by the CEO, has developed into a legal sub-specialty that is taking up a lot of lawyer's days. Here, the authors point out the recent trends in corporate America that will possibly effect how this area of the law will continue to evolve.

… Articles Recent Trends in Internal Investigation Author Theodore Banks, Tom Giller … 2007 Read this 2008 Apex Award-winning article!<br/>The "new job" of in-house and outside counsel involves acting as a … by the CEO, has developed into a legal sub-specialty that is taking up a lot of lawyer's days. Here, the authors point …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/17/2016

This is a checklist of regulatory sources of training requirements for registered broker dealers.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
for Registered Broker Dealers October 17, 2016 This is a checklist of regulatory sources of training requirements … and adaot it to a training plan. http://www.cecouncil.com/media/232538/guide_to_firm_element.pdf • Additionally, … FINRA each spring. The 2016 letter is available on FINRA’s website at …
Articles
Mark Van De Voorde, Barry A. Pupkin and Stephen E. Chelberg
12/01/2015

2015 was a record year for M&A, both in volume and the total value of corporate megadeals. Governments around the world have noticed, scrutinizing such deals for anticompetitive practices and reviewing pending and even sometimes completed mergers. This changing regulatory environment has raised the uncertainties and risks of M&A, particularly on the selling side. Mitigate these risks by assessing and evaluating the relevant regulatory landscape and including conditions — such as reverse termination fees, or hell-or-high- water provisions — in purchase agreements.

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Source: ACC Docket
… laws being enacted and amended around the world, it is increasingly likely that some of these laws will be … and other investment banking firms. mvandevoorde@victaulic.com Squire Patton Boggs partner Barry A. Pupkin represents … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Patricia Monemvasitis and Kim Leontiev Carroll & O’Dea
01/06/2015

This articles deals with legal protection of a personal name.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com What’s in a Name? A Short Survey of the Possibility of … Australia 2000 Tel: +61 2 9291 7100 Fax: +61 2 9221 1117 Website: www.codea.com.au * Member of Primerus For … to endo rs em e nts and entire ente rprise s . Any mall is reple te with exam ple s : there is Jaime Oliv e r coo k w …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply, Inc.
07/17/2013

This training course will help you recognize situations that raise internet use issues and assist you in dealing with these issues effectively. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution in any form.)

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… you in dealing with these issues effectively. (Licensed for use in classroom settings only and not for distribution … of ethics and compliance training since 1999. The course is also available online from any Internet-connected … use or online access, please e-mail info@wecomply.com or call 1-866-WeComply. INTRODUCTION Thank you for
Articles
Rob Falk, Laura Jones, and Bailey Metzger
03/01/2018

In recent years, with the rise of collaborative work tools that enable teams to work remotely, more in-house counsel are working with clients at a distance. Research demonstrates that without an intentional effort to connect, it often can be difficult for colleagues to establish trust and effective working relationships. In this article, we offer some suggestions about how to establish, maintain, and enhance the remote working relationship.

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Source: ACC Docket
… of sight. Even if you don’t have anything to report, it is important to regularly check with your client so you can … from your new guy. We’ve been doing business with this com- pany for years, and I’ve never seen this level of … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/30/2023
ACC’s President and CEO Veta Richardson reflects on the gender pay gap at the GC level and discusses encouraging data from the most recent ACC Law Department Compensation Survey. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by LOVE YOU / Shutterstock.com There is good news, and certainly some bad news, when it comes to … still a developing reality — compensation. Equal pay for equal work Pay equity, according to Harvard Business …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
This article discusses the importance of independent investigations for global companies and circumstances that might warrant an independent investigation. Practical guidance for general counsel will also be discussed, when evaluating whether to recommend that the audit committee oversee the investigation, and when to make that critical recommendation to the board.
… discusses the importance of independent investigations for global companies and circumstances that might warrant an … business takes misconduct seriously. Cooperation credit is cheap. The US Department of Justice has made it clear that … regulatory risk. The general counsel plays a critical role in managing risk, and his or her advice can have a …
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