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Rick Lavers - executive vice president, secretary and general counsel, Cochmen Industries, Inc.; James Sheets - vice president and solo corporate counsel, Resun Leasing Incorporated; Rob Thomas - vice president of strategic development, Serengeti Law
05/01/2006

This article will show you how to determine whether ebilling is a good move for you, and if so, how to select a system that is a good fit for both your law department and your outside law firms.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… Enters the Mainstream: How to Ensure a Successful Launch for Your Law Department Author Rick Lavers - executive vice … article will show you how to determine whether ebilling is a good move for you, and if so, how to select a system … taking advantage of the unique opportunities offered by a com- bined online ebilling/matter-management service. (See …
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Pat Linden and Christopher C. Combs
12/01/2018
6 pages

Cyberattacks have become more commonplace, but still pose one of the greatest risks to any organization’s survival. Therefore, general counsel should establish a plan to protect privilege long before a breach occurs.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union, United States
… response and notifications, the primary privilege involved is the attorney-client privilege (along with its corollary, … information and advice by clearly defining privileged com- munications, and (2) waiving privilege by sharing or … threats.cfm ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/17/2016

This is a pre-award survey and due diligence questionnaire for subcontractors and subrecipients.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
… and Due Diligence Questionnaire October 16, 2016 This is a pre-award survey and due diligence questionnaire for subcontractors and subrecipients. Resource Details … the consolidated list available online at the Committee’s website: …
Articles
Thiago Sandim, partner at Demarest Advogados
01/29/2015

This article describes very basic legal concepts that are very straightforward knowledge for Brazilian lawyers and transactional personnel.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… legal concepts that are very straightforward knowledge for Brazilian lawyers and transactional personnel. Resource … situation of Brazil (and one should remember that this is 2014) looks gloomy, but democracy is stable and there are … open markets. This is because, in theory, every investor buying equity of a Brazilian financial institution in the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
Considering systemic racism and what can be done to create change may feel overwhelming. What can we do to contribute to change? What can we do to eliminate unintentional bias? This column focuses on diversity and inclusion efforts that corporate legal departments can take to become catalysts of change.
… legal departments can take to become catalysts of change. For this month’s column, I spoke to Don Knight, director of … the goals and objectives of executives. This initiative is likely to create some tricky situations given the subject … initiative information is the Diversity Lab ( diversitylab.com ). The Diversity Lab is an incubator for innovative ideas …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
I’ve held business and legal positions throughout my career, but in-house always seemed more interesting and active because we are involved in the success of the business.
… business and legal positions throughout my career, but in-house always seemed more interesting and active because we … of Clarity Solution Group, LLC in Chicago, IL. Clarity is the largest onshore consultancy exclusively focused on advanced analytics and big data. Prior to working for Clarity, I was embedded in a strategic sourcing and …
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 …
Articles
Betty M. Huber, Giulia Franzoso, Edward R. Kempson, Karmpreet (Preeti) Grewal, Roberto L. Reyes Gaskin, Peter Neuböck
05/19/2023
4 pages

While issuers continue to commit to sustainability/ESG objectives, for the first time since sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) emerged, certain SLB issuers missed their sustainability targets in 2022 and early 2023. Further, market participants have recently expressed concerns about other SLB issuers in danger of not hitting their SPTs and, in general, about the credibility of SLBs in light of issuer ambitions and incentives to achieve sustainability targets. Issuers should consider the ambitiousness of their sustainability targets, any challenges in achieving the targets on schedule, and how they will prove their progress. In this resource, Latham & Watkins provides 10 takeaways relating to these developments for potential SLB issuers and their underwriters.

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Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… continue to commit to sustainability/ESG objectives, for the first time since sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) … SLB issuers and their underwriters. https://www.lw.com/en/practices/environmental-social-and-governance … developments provide an important reminder that there is no default or event of default under an SLB if an SPT is
Checklists
Chancellors Chambers - A Meritas Firm
02/10/2012

This publication has been prepared to provide an overview to foreign investors and business people who have an interest in doing business in the Bahamas.

… and the Caribbean. The material in this publication is intended to provide general information only and not legal … c Prepared by CHANCELLORS CHAMBERS NASSAU | WWW.CCSBAHAMAS.COM 43 THE BAHAMAS The Commonwealth of The Bahamas is an … confirmed within minutes through the Companies Registry’s website. Registered Office All properly constituted companies …
Articles
Randall Lewis, Danone
03/01/2013
7 pages

The article discusses three risk areas associated with investing in China, including a pervasive undermining of the legal system because of direct personal relationships, or “guanxi.”

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Source: Resource Library
Region: China
… Issues in China By Randall Lewis (lewis_randall18@hotmail.com), Danone Bribery and Corruption Survey 2011, China had … of any of these statements, corruption (as that term is generally known) should not be your main concern when you … that the label “corruption” is entirely accurate. For the sake of accuracy, I need to point out that numerous …
Articles
02/20/2013

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted onthe Small Law Departments eGroup, addresses issues involving negotiating terms and conditions. The issues discussed include avoiding restrictive terms & conditions, battling conflicting terms, and dealing with hard-line negotiators.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… our standard warranty or accept it via email. But it is a labor-intensive effort since we deal with a large number … how we deal with this. When my company receives a request for quotation, our response necessarily states the price, … to change them for you - especially if they are on a website that you cannot talk to. (In fact, I have been able …
Articles
Dimitris Emvalomenos, Lawyer, Mediator, Dep. Managing Partner at Bahas, Gramatidis & Partners LLP (a Primerus member firm)
11/07/2024

This articles discusses navigating international business transactions in Greece. It discusses the Greek judicial system, the enforcement of decision, and arbitration and mediation laws.

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Region: Greece, European Union
… the ACC live web seminar titled “ Dispute Resolution for International Deals ” and sponsored by Primerus, which … (2) Courts of Appeals and (3) the Supreme Court. A case is fully adjudicated on its merits at the first instance and … at a time when mediation could [and still can] take place online, and by the introduction of a mandatory initial …
Articles
Pamela Park, Senior Attorney Editor, Business Law Editorial for Practitioner Insight on WestlawNext
01/15/2014

This Top Ten examines ten key issues that should be at the top of directors' minds as we enter 2014 and the upcoming proxy season.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Considerations for Boards of Directors in 2014 Author Pamela Park, Senior Attorney Editor, Business … corporate governance, the need for shareholder engagement is more important than ever. The best defense against a long, …
Program Materials
Sonya Naar, Hildy Sastre, Todd Silberman, Miranda Soto
10/17/2016

Why do corporations lose in high-stakes litigation before juries? A number of factors may be to blame — including plaintiffs portraying corporations as uncaring monsters long before any parties set foot in the courtroom. In this program, we will address how to overcome Ball and Keenan’s Reptilian Theory by transforming the perception of the company from the inception of the case. Our panel will focus on the use of themes (including company mottos and corporate vision statements), proper preparation of the corporate representative, and innovative approaches to voir dire, opening statement, closing argument, and demonstrative exhibits, all focused on portraying the corporation in the most favorable light possible and contributing to the best outcome at trial.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… *Miranda Soto, Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP The Danger is Real Avoiding astronomically high verdicts is always a top priority for corporate law departments and their outside counsel. … Miranda Soto, Partner Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP msoto@shb.com Hildy Sastre, Partner Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
William Potter
05/22/2012

Appendix A to the 2012 Corporate Counsel University, Session 700- Adding Value: Strategic Planning and Demonstrating Success. It contains strategic business planning questions.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts Strategic Business Planning Questions for Establishing and Improving a Legal Department Author … Questions About the Company and Its Business. 1. What is the nature and scope of the Company’s business? a. What is … 1. Persons to include in SBP Process from whom you need “buy in”. a. BOD. b. CEO c. CFO d. COO e. Department Heads f. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/07/2022
Who says lawyers aren’t creative? It’s in you — you just need to exercise the tools to bring it out, and you’ll find solutions to problems and new ways to express yourself. #ACCDocket #TechTuesday
… Docket Article Tech Toolbox: Law & Creativity is Not an Oxymoron Olga V. Mack Publication Date: 06/07/2022 Who says lawyers aren’t creative? It’s in you — you just need to exercise the tools to bring it out, … to popular belief, legal careers abound with opportunities for creativity to flourish. Lawyers tap into creativity every …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2017
For healthcare companies, the use of blockchain has the potential to revolutionize data storage practices, at a fraction of the price of traditional processes. This article provides a summary of blockchain, identifies legal issues, and discusses some of the exciting possibilities and challenges to execution in the healthcare sector.
… Jason I. Epstein Roy Wyman Publication Date: 09/01/2017 For healthcare companies, the use of blockchain has the … of the exciting possibilities and challenges to execution in the healthcare sector. Resource Details Interest Area: … immutably record transactions and ensure integrity; 2) it is a distributed platform that keeps many copies of the …
Program Materials
Rick Welch
05/21/2013

These two back-to-back sessions will discuss why successful project management is essential for innovative organizations. Participants will understand the primary characteristics of projects and the criteria for success and discuss how the environment, stakeholders, schedule, cost and quality requirements impact the definition of deliverables. Participants will determine the important stakeholders and communication plan for the project.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
… sessions will discuss why successful project management is essential for innovative organizations. Participants will understand … at ACC: 202.293.4103, ext. 338; legalresources@acc.com 500 - Project Management – Part I Tuesday, May 21, 2013 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/15/2020
Why should the general counsel spend time, effort, and money to determine whether blockchain and/ or smart contracts could be right for the company? Let’s see what answers we can give.
… like Ethereum. You probably know that blockchain is the underlying technology for bitcoin and that the … train. Some of the best are cited at  blockgeeks.com . A picture of decentralized distributed nodes is also … also recommend checking the Chamber of Digital Commerce  website  for continuous developments. It’s time to get the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/08/2022
To support your global practice, ACC Docket offers country-specific fun facts from your peers who’ve been there — literally. Raysul-Engesul Group GC Rafael Barreto-Garcia profiles Brazil’s legal operating environment. #ACCDocket
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Interest Area: Government
Source: ACC Docket
in Brazil’s São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro states are known for providing quality legal services without foreign language barriers. Brazil, however, is a big country with almost the same number of licensed … in the region for m-commerce (mobile commerce, i.e., buying and selling of goods and services through wireless …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/07/2023
Colm MacKernan, an international technology lawyer, sits down with Veronica Pastor, deputy general counsel of ACC, to talk about the recent US Supreme Court Decision in Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. v. Goldsmith et al. and its impact on AI. #ACCDocket #inhouse #AI
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by robin.ph / Shutterstock.com Colm MacKernan , attorney at Origin Ltd. Colm MacKernan, … intelligence, can you explain? Orange Prince (1984) is a painting by American artist Andy Warhol. Colm MacKernan … : Hang on — you can stop web-crawlers surveying your website? MacKernan: Yes, it’s one of those obscure things few …
Articles
Vernon Byrd and Larry Turner
11/01/2012

It’s difficult enough when an integral employee decides to leave — clients must be maintained, coverage ensured and investor relations handled. this departure can become even more of a problem when confidential company information is misappropriated. Non-compete agreements are no longer enough to deal with such a situation; learn what to do in order to protect your business’s electronic secrets.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles When the Non-compete Is Incomplete: Avoiding Trade Secret Litigation Author Vernon … with a specialty in employment litigation. vbyrd1@its.jnj.com Larry L. Turner is a partner in Morgan Lewis’s Labor and … ACC hAS More MATeriAl on ThiS SUBjeCT on oUr weBSiTe. viSiT www.ACC.COM, where yoU CAn BrowSe oUr …
Articles
Laura Stein
07/01/2011

Work smarter, not harder. A recent study from the Project for Attorney Retention supports this maxim. Focusing on value and efficiency, as opposed to hours, attorneys are finally achieving the elusive work-life balance they have sought for years. In turn, companies that promote this balance are rewarded with loyal employees and added value.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 2011 Let’s start off by agreeing that while this article is designed to explore the importance of work-life balance, … Counsel (ACC). She can be contacted at laura. stein@clorox.com. ACC Docket 109 July/August 2011 and retention. In-house … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/22/2020
Law department leaders are continually being asked to do more with fewer resources, which often means seeking to reduce expenses, implement efficiencies, and use data analytics and technology to drive value-enhancing legal advising.
… the ACC Legal Operations Maturity Model to Drive Change in Small and Mid-Size Law Departments Brian Meyer Publication … which areas of the ACC Legal Operations Maturity Model it is targeting for improvement. Target improvements. The top three areas …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/15/2019
An in-house litigator, defense counsel, plaintiff counsel, and judge discuss how to be civil to fellow lawyers during trial cases.
… Honorable Andrew J. Peck Publication Date: 07/15/2019 An in-house litigator, defense counsel, plaintiff counsel, and … together at the bottom of the ocean?” “A good start.” This is the clever quip that Tom Hanks’ character Andrew “Andy” … and ethical considerations that should inform a lawyer, for no worthwhile human activity can be completely defined by …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/17/2022
Organizations should consider cultural intelligence (CQ) as part of their #DEI strategy. DEI, Esq. columnists Jane Howard-Martin, Connie Almond, Olesja Cormney, Jennifer N. Jones, and Meyling Ly Ortiz and the Cultural Intelligence Center break down the essentials of CQ and how you can implement it in your workplace. #ACCDocket
… Developing cultural intelligence. Cultural intelligence is the ability to function and relate effectively in … who was griping about a very vocal colleague who stuck up for her team during a performance rating calibration meeting. … article. Please visit the Cultural Intelligence Center website to learn more about their programs, workshops, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
WeComply
06/24/2013

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

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Collection: ADA
Region: United States
… 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
Jeffrey W. Wheeler
11/01/2017

Building and maintaining a healthy professional network is crucial for advancing your career — even if you're not the best of friends with everyone in it.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… Building and maintaining a healthy professional network is crucial for advancing your career — even if you're not the best of … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Jeffrey W. Wheeler wheeler.jw@gmail.com By the time this …
Program Materials
Glenn Leger, Linda Sharp, Greg Standeford, Chad Williams
10/29/2014

Many legal departments may not have access to contract drafting software or seek reasonably priced alternatives. Learn about specific tools to improve contract drafting and negotiation (beyond form contracts) available from the Internet, ACC and other sources that are free or low-cost.

… use of outside counsel (by providing targeted requests for specific services) Different Perspectives Financial … similarly situated companies Review, analyze, keep what is relevant and discard the rest Know when to seek the … (Fee Based) FindLaw (Free) OneCLE (Free) Other (biztree.com, rocketlawyer.com, etc.) Specific Resources Specific …
Program Materials
Arthur Don, Aron Friedman, Courtney Lewis, Philip Wellman
10/31/2014

Banks, brokers and insurance companies are often affiliated, but doing business with affiliates creates some inherent conflicts. Panelists will address how to identify, disclose, mitigate and otherwise manage these types of conflicts as well as address the rules of professional responsibility and ethical considerations.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… tolerance or investment objective • Different standards for IA and BD • Investments in affiliated entities • Cross … insurance companies from investing along-side insurer, or buying property from company. • State procurement laws that … in the Iranian oil industry. – What’s impact if insurer is a large or majority investor in an investment fund that …
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