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Articles
Ronald F. Pol
07/17/2007

ACC Docket July/August 2007: Ins & Outs: RFPs and Tenders, Should We, Really? Before you request an RFP, here are some tips to determine whether there might be a better alternative.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Audience: Legal Operations
… 24 July/August 2007 Y ou’ve decided to issue a ten- der for legal services, com- monly known as a request for proposals (RFP). You dust … hire a consultant to pull it all together. The consultant is quick to agree with the need to go out to tender: “Let’s …
Program Materials
Atiba Adams, Marc Gold, Smeeta Ramarathnam, Luis A. Aguilar, Carol Ward
10/29/2014

The session will cover important recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) developments since the ACC 2013 Annual Meeting and will also include highlights from the 2014 proxy season. The program will review significant enforcement actions and trends as well as recent SEC developments related to proxy advisory firms, cybersecurity, conflict minerals, social media, whistleblowing and disclosure reform. The SEC Update session will be a fast-moving program; come equipped with a working knowledge of the 1933 Act and the 1934 Act.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Trends Voting highlights • 92% average voting support “for” say-on-pay • ISS impact o 11% of issuers received a … disclosures, tables and charts o Explain how executive pay is aligned with performance o Explain the compensation … channels • Regulation FD considerations o Is the company website a recognized channel of distribution? oWide …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/30/2020
However, now more than ever, demands on our time are increasing as work hours seep into personal time. How do you find the time to exercise every day? Let’s approach it like any other matter we are confronted with as legal professionals.
… priorities and boundaries; and  Know it’s OK to ask for help.  That article was written only a few months before … power of making daily incremental changes — something that is within our control — is perhaps even more helpful as the … what you like to do.   Find a short HIIT or Tabata workout online and start doing burpees, running in place, doing short …
Articles
Amanda Patanaphan, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
02/01/2017

This Quick Overview addresses the toppling of corporate giants that occurred during the subprime mortgage crisis and subsequent recession, and how investors became increasingly wary of corporate leadership and how it might affect the value of their shares in the United States.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… or strategy. Proxy access specifically refers to the right for qualifying shareowners to elect director nominees during … board elections via a company proxy card . While this is understood as standard practice in various countries … Surges After Being Targeted by Activist Fund , Bloomberg.com (July 3, 2014) Schedule 13D , U.S. Securities and …
Articles
Ricardo Ciconelo, Lucas Kurtz, and Daniel Takaki, Manhães Moreira Advogados Associados
10/30/2013
6 pages

A review of Brazilian corporate taxes at the federal, state, and municipal level.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… tax Tax reform Introduction The Brazilian tax system is one of the most complex tax systems in the world. Brazil … 9555) or email (ricardo.ciconelo@mmaalaw.com, lucas.kurtz@mmaalaw.com or daniel.takaki@mmaalaw.com). … pricing rules will apply. The materials contained on this website are for general information purposes only and are …
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 …
Advocacy Filings
04/12/2006

The Coalition to Preserve the Attorney-Client Privilege's letter to the US Sentencing Commission regarding the waiver of attorney-client privilege.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Coalition to Preserve the Attorney-Client Privilege, which is composed of the undersigned organizations,1 is pleased to … New Hampshire Ave., NW Washington, DC 20037 www.BlankRome.com Before the adoption of the privilege waiver amendment, … on the ABA Task Force on Attorney-Client Privilege website at http://www.abanet.org/buslaw/attorneyclient/. 6 …
Articles
Priya Cherian Huskins and F. Lane Finch, Jr.
11/01/2017

Planning for disaster can be a time-consuming process. However, the pros of protection undoubtedly outweigh the consequences of feeling unprepared.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… However, focusing on growth and continued operations is not enough. You must also evaluate the potential impact of … In that instance, criminals hijacked computer systems of com- panies large and small, encrypted the company’s data, … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Caroline E. Dorsey and Kevan G. Dorsey
12/01/2019
10 pages

Learn how to walk the line between your obligation to respond to document requests and your responsibility to protect company interests.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… outside of the lawsuit through nonparty requests. This is typically common when the company is located in the same … plan, and defined contribution plan. cdorsey@gacities.com Kevan G. Dorsey is an attorney in the Atlanta office of … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Program Materials
Tim Cummins
President
IACCM

Betsy Griswold
Attorney
United Parcel Service of America,Inc.

Stephen Kaplan
Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Connextions, Inc.

Thaddeus Stephens III
Vice President & General Counsel
CPP
10/24/2011

This panel-driven session will discuss understanding your baseline contract management needs and the available alternatives, as well as how to successfully manage a full portfolio of non-disclosure agreements and whether document assembly is ‘worth it.’

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Contract Management: What is Realistic for My Department? Author Tim Cummins President IACCM Betsy … a service provider? • Contracts with your vendors – Do you buy goods or services from others? What Contracts are MOST …
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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Association of Corporate Counsel
10/03/2012

A sample list of questions designed to better define the value and scope of work for outside counsel.

… designed to better define the value and scope of work for outside counsel. Resource Details Interest Area: Law … . … For more ACC InfoPAKs, please visit http://www.acc.com/infopaks 51 E. Appendix: Value & Scoping Questions … ! Defining Value o What are the desired results? What is a reasonable definition of success on this matter, based …
Articles
Whitnie Wiley
12/01/2017

No matter how difficult the situation or overwhelming the problem, our job as leaders is to assess the situation and see what we can do to make a difference.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Collection: Leadership Skills
… situation or overwhelming the problem, our job as leaders is to assess the situation and see what we can do to make a … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2015
Energy encompasses a wide and varied universe of substantive areas of law such as transactions, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory, litigation and alternative dispute resolution, privacy and many more.
… Energy and Public Utility Source: ACC Docket … James Dixon is vice president for legal services at ConEdison Development and ConEdison … while attending law school at night. What interested you in in-house practice, and how did you come to be an attorney …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2016
I’ve been chief legal officer and general counsel of ALSAC since 2010. ALSAC exists solely to raise the funds and awareness necessary to operate and maintain St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
… COUNSEL ALSAC, THE FUNDRAISING AND AWARENESS ORGANIZATION FOR ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL, MEMPHIS, TN, USA … University of North Carolina Order of Coif with Honors in 1995 on a full-academic scholarship and began my career at … The equity, purity, and compassion of ALSAC’s mission is especially compelling to me. I am incredibly grateful to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/08/2020
If the opportunity to head the legal department at a company that runs one of the most iconic western consumer brands in China didn’t arise last year, Joseph Chan would likely be thinking about how to spend his retirement after a successful career as a partner in a major US law firm.
in a major US law firm. Instead, he says he feels like he is embarking on a new career as chief legal officer of Yum …  (Aug. 2018). ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Articles
CMS
09/27/2022
265 pages

Learn about key restructuring and insolvency laws in this multi-jurisdictional guide.

Resource Details
Region: Europe, Africa, Middle East, Angola, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Peru, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Netherlands
… Expert Guide to restructuring and insolvency law 1 What is the primary legislation governing insolvency and … proceedings initiated? 3 What are the legal reasons for insolvency in your country? 4 Which different types of … proceedings, notice of the same is published on the website of Ukrainian Judiciary …
Articles
Peter Hennigan
07/01/2012

Volunteering your time is worthwhile. Very few argue this fact. However, it can be a struggle to find a skills-based volunteer program that is readily accessible to staff located across the country. Learn how UnitedHealth group overcame this issue
by partnering with Wills for Heroes to provide first responders with essential legal documents, free of charge.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Author Peter Hennigan July 1, 2012 Volunteering your time is worthwhile. Very few argue this fact. However, it can be a … New to In-house — Give Time, Get Time (Nov. 2011). www.acc.com/docket/ntih_nov11 • After the Storm — Tips for Charity … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Event
Start Date: 01/31/2025 | 12:30 PM
… TO JANUARY 10TH | PURCHASE YOUR TICKET TODAY!   ACC is proud to present a day of invaluable programs for San Diego's general counsel community. High-caliber and … ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Session 5 1:00 - 2:00 PM Buying, Leasing or Developing in a Mixed Use Project: What …
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
Maryrose Delahunty
10/01/2017

In this issue's Small Law column, Maryrose Delahunty expresses her gratitude for her ACC network who supported her professionally and emotionally after the loss of a family member.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Reflecting on recent events, what has stayed with me is the outpouring of support from friends, col- leagues, and … to get familiar with it — immediately. Located on the ACC website, eGroups allows members to post questions and re- … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Maryrose Delahunty vice presiDent anD general counsel of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/08/2020
Each of our stakeholders is essential. We commit to deliver value to all of them, for the future success of our companies, our communities, and our country.
… Docket Article Employees Are the “Secret Sauce” for Sustained Value Creation Jim Nortz Publication Date: 12/08/2020 Each of our stakeholders is essential. We commit to deliver value to all of them, for … I walked across a parking lot to a Wegmans grocery store in Rochester, NY. I had arranged a meeting with one of the …
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 …
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.

Resource Details
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
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. …
… 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.

Resource Details
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 …
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.

Resource Details
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
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.

Resource Details
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 …
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