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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/17/2009

A sample form of preliminary legal due diligence requests in connection with the purchase and sale of capital stock, but could be readily modified for an asset purchase transaction. Focuses on legal due diligence and assumes the acquiring company and/or its accountants will separately make business and financial due diligence requests.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Due Diligence Request List BRIEF DESCRIPTION This document is an example form of preliminary legal due diligence request … IT service providers regarding privacy policies and website terms and conditions. (i) List of all significant … by Joe Humke of Lindquist & Vennum PLLP (www.lindquist.com), sponsor of the ACC’s Corporate and Securities Law …
Articles
Travis D. Breaux, Carnegie Mellon University, Institute for Software Research and David L. Baumer, Department of Business Management, North Carolina State University
10/17/2016
23 pages

This article shows how growth in electronic commerce has enabled businesses to reduce costs and expand markets in the United States and Europe.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States, European Union
… Travis D. Breaux, Carnegie Mellon University, Institute for Software Research and David L. Baumer, Department of … to e-crime and identity theft when consumer information is inadequately secured. For example, the 2007 E-Crime Watch … collections of personal information?”, 3 Shidler J. L. Com. & Tech. 7, 2006. [Bor03] S. Borkin. The HIPAA final …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
I strongly believe that making yourself proficient at technology is one of the best ways to advance your career, or at least make that advancement possible.
… believe that making yourself proficient at technology is one of the best ways to advance your career, or at least … … I have written before about the ethical requirement for technology competence in lawyers, and lately I have been … Tech Institute CLEs), to LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com), to Kahn Academy, to Harvard Online Learning, to Udemy …
Articles
Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
43 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide to a Q&A that gives an overview of the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities in France.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: France
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … http://uk.practicallaw.com/about/7-501-3536. This article is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to doing business … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
Research shows that highly engaged teams significantly outperformed those in the bottom quartile. Here’s how to increase collaboration and find the leaders who will drive the cause.
… Docket Article Looking for Exceptional Leadership? Look for Exceptionally Engaged … Development Source: ACC Docket … An engaged employee is someone who is both happy at work, and in their overall … Clifton and Harter, supra, p.105 (2019), www.gallup.com/workplace/251642/manager.aspx. … Research shows that …
Program Materials
10/01/2004

Corporate Governance One Year Later. Keep yourself up to date on NYSE/Nasdaq Corporate Governance rules and SEC disclosure.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 708:Corporate Governance One Year Later Katherine K. … to a code violation Publish these documents on corporate website and state in annual report available on website and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2019
The legal department should champion and lead innovation in new technologies, offering guidance that projects a path forward toward adoption of new technologies.
… technologies — and their implications for the business — is one such area. There is a side to our professional … For more resources related to technology, visit the ACC website and browse the Resource Library by interest area, or visit the networks page at www.acc.com/networks to see what’s coming up in the area of privacy …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2017
Attending the significant court hearings gave me the opportunity to evaluate the performance of Mexican counsel. Outside counsel always seem to be at their best when working in front of the client. This is why US management should not be just a passive observer but rather be actively involved in the matter.
… counsel always seem to be at their best when working in front of the client. This is why US management should not be just a passive observer … A failed mediation. In Mexico, the law does not provide for discovery. Mexican lawyers are often reluctant to begin a …
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Practical Law
05/18/2017
24 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) gives a succinct overview of merger control, regulatory framework and regulatory authorities in the Netherlands.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … appeals, joint ventures and proposals for reform. This Q&A is part of the global guide to competition and cartel … (that is, Phase II). These can be found on the ACM's website (in Dutch): …
Articles
Gillian Wong
06/01/2016
4 pages

While there are some that may argue that the essence of being a lawyer has changed little over the past century, there is no doubt that the traditional system and way of delivering legal services is being challenged.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Australia, United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House
… a lawyer has changed little over the past century, there is no doubt that the traditional system and way of delivering … these changes and, in some cases, is becoming a champion for change. Evolving role of in-house counsel The role of … and commitment ceremonies across Victoria. acla.acc.com 13VOLUME 26, ISSUE 4 – SUMMER 2016 strategic business …
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 …
Articles
Garry B. Watzke
04/01/2004

Learn about technology escrow agreements in the event that your software developer goes broke or otherwise refuses to support the software.

… and technology investments. One of the best ways to do so is through an effective technology escrow program. … Whether you work for a software developer or for a com- pany in an industry that licenses software for its … to deliver services to cus- tomers, such as portals and website. 114 ACC Docket April 2004 • Partnership licensing. • …
Benchmarking and Research Data
10/12/2015

Based on responses from over 5,000 in-house counsel in 73 countries, ACC's 2015 Census Report offers legal departments, law firms, and other legal industry partners insight into one of the largest ever samplings of the in-house community.
Purchase an electronic copy of the full survey or download the free Executive Summary below.

… multi-jurisdictional work and more. By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel® 2015 ACC Global CensuS A PROFILE OF … All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.acc.com/surveys. May not be distributed without expressed … Corporate Counsel, All rights reserved. Th e full report is divided into four sections. Th e Executive Summary of Key …
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Brent Thomas
10/01/2012

John P. Frantz, vice president and associate general counsel at Verizon, discusses how his role as chair of the company’s pro bono program is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job.

… how his role as chair of the company’s pro bono program is one of the most rewarding aspects of his job. Resource … Law School. John can be contacted at john.frantz@verizon.com. verizon’s Associate General counsel Answers the call … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Richard Starr - managing counsel, American Express; Randy Williams - managing director - Redmond, and Arlene Redmond, Williams & Associates, LLC; and Arlene Redmond - managing director - Redmond, Williams & Associates, LLC
10/01/2006

In order to preserve an ethical environment at your company, your employees need to feel comfortable enough to come forward and discuss problems informally and confidentially. While formal channels like hotlines are good, they're not enough in today's corporate setting. Read on for tips on how to set up your own ombuds program and the advantages the informality of it will provide for everyone.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… they're not enough in today's corporate setting. Read on for tips on how to set up your own ombuds program and the … launched into possible improper account- ing. The reserve is eventually reversed, and the financials are restated. The … For more information, please see www.redmond williamsassoc.com. abusive behavior, falsification of financial records, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we're excited to highlight the top 10 ACC Docket articles that have provided invaluable insights and key takeaways from our in-house professionals. Take a look at the best of 2024 (including two popular series).
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by A9 STUDIO / Shutterstock.com As we conclude this year, lets showcase some of the … of risk management and board oversight of risk management is on the rise, but a proactive and collaborative approach to … management supported by the legal team is indispensable for the long-term success and resilience of any enterprise." …
Articles
Nathaniel M. Lacktman, Foley & Lardner LLP
03/01/2023
16 pages

This guide provided by Foley & Lardner summarizes the key elements and requirements contained in the proposed rule. In addition it explains how it differs from the special telemedicine registration rule. Finally, it describes what stakeholders can do to make their voice heard, including by submitting comments to the proposed rule, during these next 30 days.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… 2023, the Drug Enforcement Agency announced proposed rules for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine after … use disorder (OUD) treatment), an initial in-person exam is required before any prescription can be issued. … statutory basis for the proposed rule is the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008 (Ryan Haight …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/21/2015

This is a sample sponsorship and related benefits agreement.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Related Benefits Agreement October 20, 2015 This is a sample sponsorship and related benefits agreement. … Company Property to be posted by the ABC on the ABC website for use of ABC members: _________ [ insert materials … please contact Jeff Tenenbaum at jstenenbaum@venable.com or via telephone at 202-344-8138. �Note that the tax …
Articles
Anderonikus A S Janis, Roosdiono & Partners
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our 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.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Indonesia
… & Partners December 12, 2014 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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/05/2024
A new reciprocal enforcement arrangement entered into by Hong Kong and Mainland China in 2024 — replacing the 2008 arrangement — attempts to make judgments easier to enforce across jurisdictions. Here’s what in-house counsel need to know about the 2024 agreement. #ACCDocket #HongKong #China
… arrangement entered into by Hong Kong and Mainland China in 2024 — replacing the 2008 arrangement — attempts to make … Kong SAR and Mainland China makes it significantly easier for judgments to be enforced in the respective jurisdictions. … of the ways which jurisdictions attempt to make it easier is by entering into arrangements for reciprocal enforcement …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/30/2015
8 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview of privacy rules and principles in Australia.

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Region: Australia
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2016
Ensuring that their leaders demonstrate global perspective and diversity of thought will be key to their success.
… SHEET Bust those silos. Reducing compartmentalization is key to integrating far-flung corporate wings, but this … neglect face time. Bring together global team members for in-person interaction — not the technological kind. Are … training sessions about cultural differences, as well as online learning opportunities to address this concept. Be …
Program Materials
Trevor Faure, Global Leader, Legal Services, Ernst & Young Global
06/26/2013

An overview of various strategies and tips to make law departments more efficient and effective. Includes surveys of in-house counsel covering various metrics of efficiency, cost, and satisfaction.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… Future Starts on Monday Morning! Charting a Smarter Plan for Success for In-House Leaders Author Trevor Faure, Global … Legal Services Ernst & Young Global trevor.faure@uk.ey.com +44 7802 595053 Page 2 The Smarter Legal Model: more from … Faure 2010. All rights reserved. ACC Europe 2013 What is the level of Client Satisfaction with the Legal function …
Articles
Fisun Rosner, Partner, The Contract Centre GmbH, and Bettina A. Brand, Attorney, The Contract Centre GmbH
12/01/2010

This article describes the advantages of a virtual network, offering former in-house counsel with children a way back into the workforce as part-timers for the benefit of corporate legal departments.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… with children a way back into the workforce as part-timers for the benefit of corporate legal departments. Resource … The Contract Centre GmbH, brand@ thecontractcentre.com This article describes the advantages of a virtual … to have a lawyer in the family!” • “Hey, sister, this is the 21st century — the sky is the limit!” • “My dear …
Articles
Global Legal Group
05/23/2023
226 pages

This multijurisdictional guide covers common issues in initial public offerings, including the IPO process, regulatory architecture, public company responsibilities, potential risks, liabilities, and pitfalls.

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Region: Global, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, South Korea, Luxembourg, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… ISBN 978-1-83918-264-8 ISSN 2399-9594 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Offerings 2023, Seventh Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com Foreword Joseph Corcoran Securities Industry and … issued by the company, including information posted on its website. In addition to periodic reports, a public U.S. …
Articles
Emily Lawrence and Diane Rohrman
03/01/2018

Affirmative recoveries, which can include anything from submitting class-action settlements to filing unclaimed property notices, hold the key to millions — or even billions — of revenue for the company. These hidden opportunities add significant value to the company’s bottom line, without the need for additional staff or legal fees. Simply put: you can’t afford not to pursue affirmative recovery efforts.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… clients. Offering to train specific groups of departments is an effective way to start a dialogue. ■■ Tracking … internal client understand that recovering money for the com- pany need not, and often does not, involve filing a … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Lauren Carboni, Esq., Foley & Lardner LLP
04/06/2022

In this article, learn key features of healthcare compliance programs in the United States.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… are required to adopt compliance programs, but it is a best practice, and the government recommends, that all … to require Medicare and Medicaid providers, as a condition for enrollment, to establish compliance programs. The ACA … has provided a number of helpful resources on its public website such as Compliance Guidance directed at particular …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
I am doing my best to lead by example: To try not to expect more of anyone else than I am willing to give of myself and hope that our collective levels of engagement, optimism, and dedication enable us to dig just a little bit deeper to achieve the stretch results we’ll need this year.
… and Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … It is often said that there is “no single right or wrong answer” … so choose the one that feels authentic and right for you. Our individual life experiences and perspectives … Veta For more of Veta’s leadership lessons, visit  acc.com/views-with-veta . … I am doing my best to lead by …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
This article provides practical guidance to employers and in-house counsel on how best to avoid liability when outsourcing globally.
… Docket Article Employment Law Issues in a Global “Gig” Economy C. Whitfield Caughman Brett T. Lane … The line between independent contractor and employee is often determined by the (1) employer’s control over the worker, (2) the worker’s opportunity for profit or loss, (3) investment in facilities, (4) …
Program Materials
Rebecca Davis, Amy Worley
04/28/2015

Understand the big risk: how OFCCP, EEOC and private plaintiff’s counsel use big employer data. Learn how to inventory and assess what data is kept by your company and third-party vendors: Are your company and vendors requesting and/or keeping more than they should? Are your company and vendors running statistical analyses they should not without proper protection? Learn to comprehend what the statistical analyses show – where are your hot spots? Discuss how to protect your company now against potential systemic discrimination claims.

… employer data. Learn how to inventory and assess what data is kept by your company and third-party vendors: Are your … •  The privacy regulators’ vision and normative framework for international cooperation on global issues :The why and …  policy/guidance,   enforcement  prac?ces  -­‐  GPEN  website  or   teleconferences)     Coordinated  compliance …
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