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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
HHG Legal Group
08/29/2018

An Australian man's case against Google for defamation is moving forward in Melbourne. The case deals with Google's search algorithm and results associate with the man's name.

… An Australian man's case against Google for defamation is moving forward in Melbourne. The case deals with Google's … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Sr. Vice President of …
Articles
Yosbel A. Ibarra
02/11/2016
2 pages

Cubans say the changes to their country’s socialist economic model will happen sin prisa, pero sin pausa – without hurry, but without pausing. That may be a good – or perhaps necessary – political strategy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Cuba, United States
… – or perhaps necessary – political strategy. But if Cuba is going to compete for investment with the rest of the world, it must seize … the Soviet Union. Back then, it was nearly impossible to buy even bare essentials, like toilet paper or toothpaste. …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Laurence Simons
07/01/2010

A comprehensive employment survey discussing the job market in the UK, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Russia, the Middle East, Australia, Asia, and North and Latin America.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… Request a trial membership . … w w w .laurencesim ons.com 1 In-House Global Salary & Benefi ts Survey w w w .la ur … 8504 • • • As a recognised leader in the in-house market for over �0 years, Laurence Simons has built up one of the … all industries recent times have been difficult and this is reflected in some of the data and trends you will see in
Articles
Practical Law
06/15/2017
27 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of restraints of trade, monopolies and abuses of market power in the United States.

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Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … EU law, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … Description. This is the official website of the FTC Bureau of Competition. It is updated …
Articles
10/01/2008

Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better

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Source: ACC Docket
… 116ACC Docket October 2008 ACC’s 2008 Annual Meeting is Just Around the Corner aCC’s 2008 annual Meeting, oc- … program details and to register, visit http://am.acc.com. Questions? email education@acc.com. ACC Alliance: … to do is visit the “My Membership” sec- tion of the aCC website to make the changes you want. If you need your …
… where DEI programs are currently and outline key steps for improvement. Washington – The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is proud to announce the launch of the ACC Foundation DEI … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook .  …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/11/2022
3 pages

A short briefing regarding the note issued by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) setting expectations of applications for senior compliance roles in authorized and registered firms.

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Region: United Kingdom
… who only possesses general first-line experience at a firm is unlikely to demonstrate that they have the necessary … FCA’s briefing can be accessed here. eversheds-sutherland.com © Eversheds Sutherland 2022. All rights reserved. … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. … A short briefing regarding the note issued by the …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/11/2022
3 pages

Keep in mind the limits of legal privilege under Victorian and English laws, in light of decisions issued by the Victorian Supreme Court in 2022.

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Region: Australia, United Kingdom
… traditional presumption that an assertion of privilege is always genuine, the Supreme Court confirmed that legal … see our Guide to privilege here. eversheds-sutherland.com © Eversheds Sutherland 2022. All rights reserved. … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. i Nico Andrianakis v Uber Technologies Incorporated …
Articles
James R. Buckley
04/01/2005

Litigation isn't cheap. But you don't want your company's multimillion-dollar lawsuit handled by Bob's Shoeshine and Legal Services. Your company needs the best legal representation it can afford. In the finale of his Lawyerland trilogy, the author explains the basic techniques of project management he now uses after experimenting with two cases and details how and when these techniques can fruitfully be applied to manage your company's litigation.

… “Afford,”  unfortunately,  is  a  relative  term  that  topnotch For reasons that are explained in Part I of this trilogy, … be reached at james.r.buckley@lmco.com. The  opinions  expressed  herein  are  those  of  the  … See ANSI’s website at www.ANSI.org. 4. PROJECT MANAGEMENT …
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: 04/01/2017
A day in the life of David Felicissimo, general counsel at Valnet Inc. in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
… 6:00 am Wake up as I hear my wife getting ready. She is a substitute teacher and has to be up early. Reach for my phone to check emails before getting out of bed. I  … for the day. I also browse our site, TheRichest.com, to make sure IT has updated the terms and privacy …
Articles
Practical Law Company
02/06/2017
41 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A which gives a high level overview of the key practical issues including the level of activity and recent trends in the Singaporean market.

… 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://us.practicallaw.com/7-500-9935. This Q&A is part of the global guide to private equity. For a full … 39 C. Singapore Government Website
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/29/2023
In the latest edition of the Positively Legal column, Caterina Cavallaro provides several tips for in-house counsel embracing risks and moving from your comfort into your growth zone. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Legal column, Caterina Cavallaro provides several tips for in-house counsel embracing risks and moving from your … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Overearth / Shutterstock.com Taking personal risks can grow you and your career “A comfort zone is a beautiful place — but nothing ever grows there.” …
Articles
Sara Church Dinkler - in-house counsel, E&J Winery, and Morgan Smock - attorney, Pillsbury Madison & Sutro LLP
07/17/1998

Of all the drafting problems in-house counsel face, preparing a right of first refusal (ROFR) clause may seem low risk. Behind its seeming straightforwardness, however, lurk key questions that -- if not conscientiously addressed in the drafting process -- could lead you and your client to costly and time-consuming litigation.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… refusal ROFR clause may seem low risk Typically the clause is tangen tial to the main features of the transaction which … in Islorthera Cahiorais where sho is respousihie hoth for transaciioa CourtOrdered Sales at sad iitigatioa maitors … Los ANGELES CALIFORNIA 90013 213 896-6000 WWW SIDLEY COM CHICAGO DALLAS LOS ANGELES NEW YORK WASHINGTON D.C LoNDoN …
Articles
Max Shapiro, Partner, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Toronto), Robin Linley, Partner, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Toronto), and Natasha Lombardi, Associate, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Toronto)
06/30/2021

Given the close relationship between the United States (US) and Canada, it is common for commercial disputes with US origins to migrate north and take on cross-border dimensions. There are certain key considerations for in-house counsel to keep in mind once a dispute reaches Canada. All Canadian provinces except for Quebec follow the common law system, to which this article is limited.

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Region: Canada, United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, CLO / GC
… Overview: Canadian Litigation Issues – Key Considerations for Managing Cross-Border Disputes Author Max Shapiro, … relationship between the United States (US) and Canada, it is common for commercial disputes with US origins to migrate … Dispute Resolution Upcoming Events: ACC Conferences and Online Programs   Not an ACC Member? Join Today! … 7651 … …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2016
Having been both a mergers and acquisitions lawyer and an advisor to John Ruggie, who developed the soft law standard for companies on human rights (embodied in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights), I am frequently asked the following question by M&A professionals: What do human rights have to do with us, and how is this different from what we are doing already?
… to John Ruggie, who developed the soft law standard for companies on human rights (embodied in the UN Guiding … What do human rights have to do with us, and how is this different from what we are doing already? Resource … assurance that the companies they invest in, regulate, buy from, and work for are respectful of others, companies …
Peer Practice Examples
Richard Rothberg and Kevin Blodgett
10/01/2011

Some would argue that finding the right people is paramount to outlining strategies and tactics. When running a legal department, however, perhaps that order should be reversed: First, what ... then who. With discipline and commitment, legal departments can achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiencies by implementing this approach.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 1, 2011 Some would argue that finding the right people is paramount to outlining strategies and tactics. When … on identifying the key characteristics that distinguished com- panies that achieved superior results and sustained them … information. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Kari McCormick and Sarah Turner (Eversheds Sutherland)
08/29/2023
2 pages

​​​​​​​This article discusses the UK Government's move to strengthen reporting requirements as part of its plans for audit and corporate governance reform.

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Region: United Kingdom
… Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-UK Changes ahead for corporate reporting.pdf (127.34 KB) … and long term. The Government notes that this statement is intended to provide shareholders, creditors and others … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. Kari McCormick Partner +44 20 7919 0898 +44 20 7919 …
Articles
Reinier W.L. Russell, Esq. of Russell Advocaten B.V.; Michele Stutz, LL.M. of MME Partners, Members of Primerus
07/26/2013

Review of social media considerations for in-house counsel, including social media issues in recruitment and during employment.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, European Union, France, Germany, United Kingdom, United States
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Social Media: What Corporate Counsel Must Know By Reinier … thro ugh so cial media a vast am o un t of info rm at io n is exchanged daily and glo bally . Peo ple ofte n po st perso …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/23/2016
Since few things are worse than showing up to a deposition unprepared, this article delves into the basic and less familiar aspects of the 30(b)(6) deposition to prepare you for a successful day in court.
… Article The 30(b)(6) Deposition: 6 Ways to Be Prepared for the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Murphy J. Burke III … 30(b)(6) deposition to prepare you for a successful day in court. Resource Details Interest Area: Litigation and … party to depose a witness even if the witness’ identity is not specifically known. The term 30(b)(6) deposition stems …
Articles
03/01/2018

Contract negotiations and modifications are common practice for in-house counsel. However, the question as to who can modify a contract and under what circumstances should always be clear. In this summary, learn more about the conditions in which this process is acceptable.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, France, United Kingdom
… Articles When Is One Party Entitled to Unilaterally Modify a Contract? … negotiations and modifications are common practice for in-house counsel. However, the question as to who can … or service by simply posting a changed privacy policy on a website. Instagram unilaterally modified its terms regarding …
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 …
Articles
05/31/2006

Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… out our new blog, The ACC In-house Forum, at www.acca. com/blog/. ACC is now bringing you the latest postings from the most … busi- ness days after the live program and remain on our website for one year from the date of the original record- …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
11/21/2016

This is a sample Single Plaintiff Exposure analysis related to the Wage and Hour InfoPak.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Single Plaintiff Exposure Analysis November 21, 2016 This is a sample Single Plaintiff Exposure analysis related to the … individual-based settlement? Do you have viable grounds for limiting any collective / class by facility / location / … Negotiations What if the plaintiffs’ attorneys won’t buy into your model? In a misclassification case, they might …
Program Materials
Geoffrey Brow, Paul Cotton, Maryrose Delahunty, Allen Peters
10/19/2016

Do you find yourself with both an ethical and business dilemma when forced to negotiate with your customers’ buyers, supply chain managers, procurement analysts, or other non-lawyers? Are you frustrated because people in such roles have limited authority to make changes but refuse to put you in touch with their law department? Do you have a product that is unique, yet the customer — who is always right! — rejects your carefully tailored terms and insists on using its own standard template that requires a major overhaul for your particular product or services? You are not alone! This session will be facilitated by both big- and small-company lawyers who share their tips and best practices for situations like these. Learn how to navigate your customers’ supply chain roadblocks ethically and effectively while using your sales and business team to facilitate the effort.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… with their law department? Do you have a product that is unique, yet the customer — who is always right! — rejects … its own standard template that requires a major overhaul for your particular product or services? You are not alone! … and authority helps with negotiations and timelines Is the buying organization centralized, or part of the business unit …
Articles
Trevor Faure, CEO, Smarter Law Solutions
03/30/2023
2 pages

The ACC-Smarter Law Solutions free benchmarking and consultation service (acc.com/smarterlaw) has proven to be a hit since its launch in 2019. While we are thrilled at the positive feedback we’ve received from our clients, we thought that it would be interesting to respond directly to a few widely held hesitancies expressed by those considering a basic benchmarking or performance improvement process. We gathered some of these questions and sent them to Smarter Law Solutions CEO, Trevor Faure for his candid counsel. We were particularly interested in his perspective on concerns about taking on a consultant agreement in these turbulent times for legal operations.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: Legal Operations
… Solutions free benchmarking and consultation service (acc.com/smarterlaw) has proven to be a hit since its launch in … and sent them to Smarter Law Solutions CEO, Trevor Faure for his candid counsel. We were particularly interested in … performing well enough?” The performance advisory industry is a multi-billion dollar global profession and all of the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
This year has been full of change and uncertainty, but also resilience. As leaders and as humans, we have faced difficult challenges due to the global pandemic COVID-19.
… or as essential workers going outside when everyone else is staying in. We have made strides personally as well, … new technologies into our organizations. Now, the need for tech to work for teams who are spread across locations … 2020) can be found in the ACC Resource Library on  ACC.com . Further, I encourage you to check out a webcast this …
Articles
Gregory R. Watchman and Daniel P. Westman
04/01/2009

Read this 2010 Apex Award-winning article!
The revolution has not only been televised - it's been beamed, emailed and scanned. Technological advancements aren't without their risks, however. The newest generation of tech-savvy workers, nicknamed the "Millennial" generation, face unprecedented exposure to security breaches. What risks does touch-button technology present? What strategies should in-house counsel wage to protect sensitive company information?

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and have become accustomed to using technology that is increasingly powerful and sophisticated. Generational … and can be contacted at gregory_watch- man@freddiemac.com. DanieL P. WeStman is managing partner of the northern … for creating communities. For example, Carepages4 is a website that enables individuals to create a webpage to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/23/2021
There’s no reason to frown when it comes to implementing AI solutions to your legal department’s workflow.
… AI, most agree that with the significant advancements made in recent years, AI will (1) automate many time-consuming … within Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software, which is similar to how it works with other legal technologies. In … apply with the use of AI? Several ethical duties may apply for technology use. Here is a quick look at three of them. …
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 …
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