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Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2015
Cherie Blair was gracious enough to speak with ACC about her career, the current state of the legal profession and the women working within it and in the business arena as whole — and offered advice for those entering the field.
… the legal profession and the women working within it and in the business arena as whole — and offered advice for those entering the field. Resource Details … Image: … Cherie Blair, founder and chair of Omnia Strategy, LLP, is a top barrister with more than 35 years in practice who …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2015
With earnings announcement season upon us, entities will need to be wary of their compliance with the continuous disclosure obligations, as the penalties that result from a contravention can be far reaching, both in respect of financial impact and reputational damage.
… that result from a contravention can be far reaching, both in respect of financial impact and reputational damage. … damage. Australia’s continuous disclosure regime for listed entities has come under increased focus with the … in those briefings to insider trading risk. What is “best practice” for the conduct of investor briefings and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/13/2021
Spending time in nature can restore our ability to focus and concentrate.
… Cavallaro Publication Date: 05/13/2021 Spending time in nature can restore our ability to focus and concentrate. … . The ability to focus on a task that requires effort is known as directed or voluntary attention . We exert mental … kind of effortless and sustainable attention was ideal for hunting and gathering. Contemporary lifestyles relying on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2021
As hope and vaccine distribution grow, questions about the pandemic’s impact on teams, leadership, and the transition to a hybrid work environment abound. In this series of articles, top in-house leaders share their views of leading during the pandemic, return to work, and top tips for success.
… Docket Article Genome Medical GC’s Top Strategies for Leading in a Hybrid Environment Amii Barnard-Bahn Minh Hoang Merchant … Minh: We have been remote the entire time! Our company is a telehealth-based company, so we have always had a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/06/2021
In this interview, Uber Health Legal Director of Product Lamis Hossain discusses leading during the pandemic, return to work, and top tips for success.
… Docket Article Uber Health Legal Director’s Top Tips for Leading in a Hybrid Work Environment Amii Barnard-Bahn Lamis Hossain … in September. In a hybrid environment, what do you find is the top leadership skill needed to work effectively as …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/22/2021
Timing is everything when it comes to retiring.
… You Retire? Ida Abbott Publication Date: 07/22/2021 Timing is everything when it comes to retiring. Resource Details … what they could be doing — with their lives. Some who are in their 50s and 60s have decided to accelerate their … retire can be extremely difficult. This is especially true for lawyers. As a highly regarded, well-compensated …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/02/2021
Connecting with others can be more important for your health than exercise and nutrition.
… 09/02/2021 Connecting with others can be more important for your health than exercise and nutrition. Resource Details … I find that complicated enough! Let alone when you add in the aspects that balance the all-encompassing health: … While the tables are turning in our modern world, there is still not enough importance placed on our emotional …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/15/2021
Small players must build an artificial intelligence (AI) trained model that can withstand robust levels of scrutiny and explain system outputs if they are to secure the IP protection necessary to take on the big names in data.
… Docket Article IP Challenges in the Data-fueled AI World Afzana Anwer Publication Date: … eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … Cheat Sheet Urgency. There is an urgent need to enhance IP protection beyond contractual … to the demands of Big Tech and their algorithmic rent for the entire scope of data sets. IP rights may exist in the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/16/2020
To cope with the economic effects of the coronavirus, businesses need liquidity.
… Docket Article Monetizing Litigation Claims for COVID-19 Budget Constraints Andrew Lucking Dai Wai Chin … enlarge traditional debt facilities to finance operations in the face of business disruption and declining asset … by in-house counsel when weighing capital solutions. What is monetization? Monetization refers to the provision of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/05/2021
Adding visuals to contracts helps clarify the meaning for all.
… Docket Article Legal Tech: How Using Images in Contracts Makes Law More Accessible Olga V. Mack … Adding visuals to contracts helps clarify the meaning for all. Resource Details Interest Area: Commercial and … can be a lot of fun. But make no mistake: The onus is on lawyers to bridge the communication gap, and visuals …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/14/2021
Independent industry self-regulation is a powerful tool for enhancing consumer trust in business and protecting consumers.
… Docket Article Self-Regulation Is a Tool to Mitigate Litigation Eric D. Reicin Abby Adams … Independent industry self-regulation is a powerful tool for enhancing consumer trust in business and protecting … and consumer protection, reinforcing more active business buy-in.  With the help of in-house counsel and compliance …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2021
At the 2021 ACC Annual Meeting, four GCs discussed how in-house counsel can move up to the C-suite. 
… At the 2021 ACC Annual Meeting, four GCs discussed how in-house counsel can move up to the C-suite.  Resource … a small child at the time.  Taking on new responsibilities is critical to gaining experience, says Duva. He … and learn as much about the business as possible. For example, she worked in her company’s warehouse for a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2021
Remote work has increased employee burnout, but there are ways to eliminate everyday stressors.
… dear! Oh dear! I shall be too late!” - The White Rabbit in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland The World Health … Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland , constant workplace stress is preventing us from switching off our stress response and … social interaction, and laughing.  Positive practices for beating burnout As we move back to a more structured work …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/03/2022
Build a top-down redundancy strategy that will protect the business across the APAC region, not just one local jurisdiction at a time. Bayer's David Blanco and Littler's Isha Malhotra, Trent Sutton, and Nancy Zhang suggest five questions to get started. #ACCDocket 
… Article 5 Key Questions to Formulate a Top-Down Strategy for APAC Layoffs David Blanco Isha Malhotra Trent Sutton … with asking the right questions. Hard choices. It's up to in-house counsel to ensure they examine not just who, but why … before going through with ending employment. Good business is strategic business. In-house counsel, as a critical …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/17/2022
In his latest column, James Bellerjeau explains working harder doesn’t always equal success, rather it’s understanding the risks and rewards. #ACCDocket #MotivationMonday
… Your Clients James Bellerjeau Publication Date: 01/17/2022 In his latest column, James Bellerjeau explains working … to explain it to other business colleagues. In my search for a short and accurate formulation, I first came up with … be greater in this area or that one? Our job is not to mitigate all risks Critically, the best counsel …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/24/2022
Consider James Bellerjeau's column your cheat sheet for how to succeed without working yourself to the bone. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… Consider James Bellerjeau's column your cheat sheet for how to succeed without working yourself to the bone. … Development Source: ACC Docket … You're busy, so here is the answer right up front: It’s complicated . Succeeding … achieved success without appearing to work hard. They are in a tiny minority. But I will also tell you hard work is no …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/28/2022
The ACC 2022 CLO Survey, in partnership with Exterro, highlights broadening responsibility of CLOs, planning to hire more staff, and accelerating investments in legal operations. #ACCResearch
… Publication Date: 01/28/2022 The ACC 2022 CLO Survey, in partnership with Exterro, highlights broadening … … ACC and  Exterro , the exclusive ACC Alliance Partner for eDiscovery, data privacy, and cybersecurity, released the … key insights include: The CLO as a key business partner is only intensifying , as a solid majority of CLOs always …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/22/2022
After receiving devastating news, Yosr Hamza turned the life-altering diagnosis of a loved one into a life-changing experience. #ACCDocket #ACCFamily
… birth and started his medical care during the lockdown. It is a rare disease that means he has a completely smooth brain that functions differently. In other words, despite all the amazing medical care and … that most people spend their entire lives searching for. Now, same as any other skill like leadership, some of us …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/15/2022
Taking stress seriously is critical for you, your family, and your organization’s performance and well-being. #ACCDocket #MindfulMonday #ACCFamily
… Ogden Publication Date: 03/15/2022 Taking stress seriously is critical for you, your family, and your organization’s performance and … Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … It is easy, in most cases, to describe an illness or injury when you feel …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/25/2022
: If you’ve done or said any of these, you may want to reconsider how you view your career progression. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… Development Source: ACC Docket … How do you succeed in life? Well, that's ambitious of me to answer in one … If you've arrived at a personal definition of success that is outside the mainstream, then you are on a potentially very … good path indeed. I discuss the importance of deciding for yourself what success means in one of my most popular …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/03/2022
Communicate for your laypersons and use images to simplify and clarify — it’s not just better, it’s become mandatory in some instances and will be required more and more. #ACCDocket #communication
… Docket Article Tech Toolbox: Visual Intelligence Is Imperative for Lawyers Olga V. Mack Publication Date: 05/03/2022 … and clarify — it’s not just better, it’s become mandatory in some instances and will be required more and more. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/13/2022
Who should you compare yourself to when it comes to evaluating your work? Hint: It’s not the person working 100-hour weeks. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… person and one group) you should compare yourself to. Work is not the best place for your efforts It still bothers me, I have to be honest, … , and (2) the quantity of work you perform says nothing in itself about the results you deliver . Some people are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/09/2022
Learn about the interplay between warranties and indemnity obligations when purchasing cloud-based technology in the United States in this article by Angela Madathil. #inhousecounsel #contracts
… Docket Article Secure More than Warranties in Technology Purchase Contracts — Negotiate for Indemnity Protection Angela Madathil Publication Date: … The purpose of indemnity The Latin root of “indemnity” is  indemnis , which means without loss, unhurt, or …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/09/2024
What challenges does AI pose to legal norms? Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack and her co-authors, Brian Mack and Ming Hoang Merchant, explore the urgent need for evolved legal frameworks. #LegalTech #AI #OpenAI
… Mack and Ming Hoang Merchant, explore the urgent need for evolved legal frameworks. #LegalTech #AI #OpenAI Resource … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by aniqpixel / Shutterstock.com The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) stands as … about liability in scenarios where human oversight is minimal or even absent. Real-world AI failures have …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2024
The European Union takes a stand with the Digital Markets Act, targeting Google, Apple, and Meta for market monopolies... #DMA #BigTech #AntiTrust #Regulation #ACCDocket #ACC
… the Digital Markets Act, targeting Google, Apple, and Meta for market monopolies... #DMA #BigTech #AntiTrust #Regulation … Docket … Banner artwork by Cristian Storto / Shutterstock.com The European Union showed its commitment to curbing the … major tech companies and protect consumer interests. What is the DMA? At the heart of these investigations is the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2024
Understand the complexities of indemnification to safeguard against AI's unique risks like IP infringement and autonomous decisions. Craft clauses that protect and comply. #ACC #ACCDocket #AIContracts #LegalTech
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by David Gyung / Shutterstock.com In the domain of AI, the growing importance of … arrangement where one party agrees to compensate the other for losses or damages incurred due to specific circumstances … losses The necessity for indemnification in AI agreements is driven by the potential for various types of losses, which …
Articles
Dani Gleason, Steven Moore, Brian Smith
10/29/2014

This is a comprehensive article that contains all exhibits to the 2014 ACC Annual Meeting Session 203 - Who Said Attorneys Can’t Do Math? Statistical Analysis in Employment Advice and Litigation.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Gleason, Steven Moore, Brian Smith October 29, 2014 This is a comprehensive article that contains all exhibits to the … Action Employer. [Company] will provide all applicants for employment and all [Company] employees with equal … particularly Hoover's Directories, at www.hoovers.com; specialized publications such as the “International …
Peer Practice Examples
ACC
09/20/2010

This Leading Practices Profile, an update to ACC’s 2005 Leading Practices Profile, Leading Practices in Law Departments Adding Value and Moving Beyond the Cost Center Model, features law department leading practices for generating and demonstrating value to the organization, as well as best practices for improving the bottom line and optimizing collaboration with business units. In the wake of the economic downturn and increased pressure to “do more with less,” 10 participating corporations share their best value-generating and value-sustaining practices in law department staffing, targeted practice areas, outside counsel management, strategic planning and the use of metrics to measure and track value practices.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Canada, China, Germany, United Kingdom, United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103 fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This Leading Practices Profile, an update to ACC’s 2005 … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … Counsel. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com.   3 OVERVIEW This Leading Practices …
Articles
Gordon Blanke and Soraya Corm-Bakhos, Baker & McKenzie Habib Al Mulla
12/12/2014
7 pages

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in its series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people. This chapter focuses on the Dubai International Arbitration Center (DIAC).

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Arab Emirates
… Mulla December 12, 2014 7 pages Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Articles
Sheena E. Poe, Robin E. Shea
03/01/2007

In the world of employment law, there are a number of privilege and professional responsibility issues facing in-house counsel. In order to prevent charges of misconduct, counsel should be familiar with the privilege and work product standards, as well as the Rules of Professional Conduct. Find out how knowing these standards not only avoids misconduct charges, but also allows in-house counsel to monitor the performance of outside attorneys.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Company A has had concerns about this particular manager for a while and wants a top- notch investigation. The company … determines that the department manager indeed is a “problem,” and recommends termination. Company A … in 1987. She can be reached at sheena. poe@gmacinsurance.com. RoBIn e. Shea is at attor- ney for Constangy Brooks & …
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