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Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
08/16/2012

This article focuses on three areas that affect a legal career path in the 21st century.

… Your Career By Charles A. Volkert, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … operations, cut costs and improve client service. For example, law firms are increasingly looking into the … of key research findings, visit http://www.futurelawoffice.com. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2015
So how does the diversity mandate translate for lawyers looking to position their legal departments as not only defenders of the legal faith, but also as good business partners in the quest for profitability? It’s all about finding, hiring and retaining the best, brightest and most diverse lawyers you can find.
… Docket Article Don’t Let Your Bright Stars Fade: Strategies for Building a Diverse Legal Department K. Steven Blake Lee … that embraces diversity (or alternatively, one that is indifferent or hostile) is also one of the principal … recruitment efforts of self-identified diverse lawyers to online talent management websites or affinity group job …
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
12/02/2013

This guide gives an overview of environmental regulation in British Columbia, including enforcement structures, climate change laws, and liability for corporate directors and officers.

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Interest Area: Environmental, Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Columbia 2013 Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | blakes.com*Associated Office MONTRÉAL OTTAWA TORONTO CALGARY … Environmental Law and Regulation in British Columbia 2013 is intended as an introductory summary. Specific advice … has been updated. Please refer to the Ministry’s website for further details on these and other protocols and …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Lex Mundi
02/01/2009

Presents a country-by-country overview of the availability of protection from disclosure of communications between in-house counsel and the officers, directors or employees of the companies they serve.

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Source: Resource Library
… No summary can be complete, and the following is not intended to constitute legal advice as to any specific … of our multi-jurisdictional surveys can be found on our website at www.lexmundi.com. © Copyright Lex Mundi, Ltd. 2009 3 ANGUILLA, BRITISH …
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Sarah E. Fortt, Malorie R. Medellin (Latham & Watkins LLP)
09/19/2023
5 pages

This article looks at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board’s proposed auditing standards which feature major implications for ESG that could upend corporate audits.

… However, ESG and sustainability-related regulation is poised to take off globally with, for example, the … Assessing Risks of Material Misstatement.3 https://www.lw.com/en/practices/environmental-social-and-governance Latham & … could upend corporate audits. Originally published on the website of Latham & Watkins LLP on September 5, 2023. … Sarah …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2019
Consumer expectations concerning the use of their personal data are rapidly evolving as evidenced by the uptick in privacy-related news, regulations, and a general increase in understanding of the personal data lifecycle. Laws such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) — regulations uniquely borne out of a private citizen’s desire for more personal data privacy are introducing never before seen rights to consumers. Consumer awareness and understanding of these rights will be accelerated through platforms, such as social media, and through mainstream activists.
… uniquely borne out of a private citizen’s desire for more personal data privacy are introducing never before … The amount of data that consumers are comfortable sharing is dependent on how much they trust the company. By … Essentially every organization that has a consumer-facing website also has a privacy notice, usually in the form of an …
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Ann H. Whitmore, Thomas E. Schick, and Kenneth M. Kastner
11/01/2002

This article identifies measures that you can take to confirm compliance and to minimize liability for your company in the event of a hazardous materials transportation release.

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Interest Area: Environmental, Insurance
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… can take to confirm compliance and to minimize liability for your company in the event of a hazardous materials … property and environmental damage.' If your company is one of the many shippers or carriers, you should con­ … Chemtrec®. He is available at tom_schick@americanchemistry.com. Kenneth M. Kastner is a partner in the Washington, D.C., …
Articles
10/08/2014

Preliminary findings of a five year perspective on the progress of women and visible minorities in senior leadership roles in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… on the progress of women and visible minorities in senior leadership roles in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). … on the link below, you will be redirected out of the ACC website, to the website of the Ryerson University (http://www.ryerson.ca) … …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/08/2024
ACC assembled a group of in-house counsel to discuss today's geopolitical landscape and how in-house counsel should monitor it to protect the business.
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Interest Area: Government
Source: ACC Docket
… Publication Date: 07/08/2024 ACC assembled a group of in-house counsel to discuss today's geopolitical landscape … Predictability – the ability to anticipate what’s coming – is what makes businesses successful. Legal departments tend … . The relationship between US and China is the basis for many issues that in-house will be dealing with (such as …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/22/2015

This social media policy concerns the ethical rules that must be followed by all company personnel participating in social media to keep the company from violating these rules.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… personal conduct by [COMPANY] Personnel while engaging in online conversations as representatives of the firm. This … employees of [COMPANY]. Policy As a law firm, [COMPANY] is held to a different standard when it comes to its online … application of the [COMPANY] writing style is not required for social media communications, however, professional …
Articles
03/31/2002

Is your company prepared to undertake a sexual harassment investigation that meets the affirmative defense standards?

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… properly implementing it in the workplace. March 31, 2002 Is your company prepared to undertake a sexual harassment … tious messages. Bob also occasionally stares at her for a long time and comments favorably, although not … that it had taken the company only "eleven days to com­ plete its investigation and take action to address …

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Global Legal Group
02/15/2024
294 pages

This multi-jurisdictional guide covers common issues in oil and gas laws and regulations – including development of oil and natural gas, transportation, transmission and distribution, and foreign investment.

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Region: Angola, Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Gabon, Ghana, Greece, Iran, Ivory Coast, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Oman, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, South Africa, Togo, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela
… 2024 Oil & Gas Regulation Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … 12 December 2023. 75. National Petroleum Authority, NPA Website, PA Press Release: Full Implementation of Gold for
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/23/2015

This policy aims to help employees understand how the company's business practices, guidelines and policies apply to social media.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and we will continue defining the best practices for using these tools. While the use of social media enhances … Accounts. (a) The primary purpose of a personal account is for employees to connect with friends or others with … (w) All journalistic standards apply. You posts remain online as archives. Clarify or correct mistakes as necessary. …
Articles
Charles Laubach, Afridi & Angell
12/12/2014

Eighth edition of the Getting the Deal Through Anti-Corruption Regulation Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Arab Emirates
… Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Veirano Advogados CONTENTS www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 Anti-Corruption Regulation 2014 Contributing editor: … Jr Miller & Chevalier Chartered Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the eighth edition of Anti-Corruption …
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Dentons
04/25/2023
4 pages

Read about the current state of transfers of personal data out of the UK post-Brexit, and how they may or may not diverge from the EU GDPR.

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Region: United Kingdom, European Union, Europe
… data be validly made to the UK from the EEA? Yes. The UK is an “adequate” country for EU GDPR purposes, under a European Commission adequacy … the EU GDPR. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in October 2022. … Dentons … Read about …
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technology, ethics, commercial, contract
11/01/2005

The articles in this Out In Front include: Going Global: IT Systems Legal Health Check Part 2, Shoveling Smoke: The Flip Side of Client Relations, Business Ethics: Carrots & Sticks and Contractual Cogitator: The Sweet and Sour of a Deal in Steel.

… employees wireless access usually means that there is no content blocking either at or outside of the office, … certify that they understand the need to use your com- pany’s IT systems responsibly. PROTECT YOUR SUBPOENA- … easily accessible catalogue, preferably on an internal website. • Organize the list of mandates so employees can …
Articles
C.E. Rhodes and Stephen Maddex
05/01/2013

Canada is the United States’ largest trading partner, making disputes between US companies and Canadian companies inevitable. Consequently, US companies may be forced to resolve their disputes in Canadian courts. Although both legal systems share much in common, including traditional common-law principles, procedural rules and substantive rights for litigants differ significantly. This article describes some of the most important distinctions of the Canadian legal system.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada, United States
… Author C.E. Rhodes and Stephen Maddex May 1, 2013 Canada is the United States’ largest trading partner, making … business goals for the organization. ce.rhodes@bakerhughes.com Stephen Maddex is an associate and senior commercial … canada_may10 aCC haS MORE MaTERIaL ON ThIS SUbjECT ON OUR wEbSITE. VISIT www.acc.com, whERE yOU CaN bROwSE OUR …
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Kari Potts and Amy Peck
06/01/2015

Effective management of international work assignments requires careful planning and attention to both United States’ and the host country’s laws. There is often so much to consider that little thought may be given to how an LGBTQ individual or family will be treated once the transfer is completed. But this cannot be overlooked.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Colombia, Czech Republic, Kazakhstan, Niger, United States
… to both United States’ and the host country’s laws. There is often so much to consider that little thought may be given … to 105 facilities in 24 countries. kari.potts@valmont.com Amy Peck is a shareholder at Jackson Lewis P.C. She … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
C.E. Rhodes and Stephen Maddex
05/01/2013

Canada is the United States’ largest trading partner, making disputes between US companies and Canadian companies inevitable. Consequently, US companies may be forced to resolve their disputes in Canadian courts. Although both legal systems share much in common, including traditional common-law principles, procedural rules and substantive rights for litigants differ significantly. This article describes some of the most important distinctions of the Canadian legal system.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada
… Author C.E. Rhodes and Stephen Maddex May 1, 2013 Canada is the United States’ largest trading partner, making … business goals for the organization. ce.rhodes@bakerhughes.com Stephen Maddex is an associate and senior commercial … canada_may10 aCC haS MORE MaTERIaL ON ThIS SUbjECT ON OUR wEbSITE. VISIT www.acc.com, whERE yOU CaN bROwSE OUR …
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John S. DeGroote and Donald A. Loft
11/01/2007

Discusses how in-house attorneys control litigation with outside counsel and avoid falling victim to surprise expenses while managing legal spending.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… e and Donald A. Loft To: You From: Y our Opposing Counsel For in-house litigation counsel, there is no safe haven. Difficult constituencies—and the surprises … firm. he can be reached at john.degroote@ bearingpoint.com. DonalD a. loft is a litigation partner in the atlanta …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2018
Increasingly, companies are upgrading their paper-based programs into more comprehensive, modern, compliant, and easier-to-execute information governance programs that lower risk, increase compliance, and reduce costs — all while making employees more productive.
… depends on employee adaption to the new process, which is accomplished through messaging, communication, training, … have largely switched from paper to electronic-based media for communications and information sharing. Yet, many records … combination of in-person interviews, phone interviews, and online surveys, as well as tapping into other sources such as …
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Dentons
04/24/2023
3 pages

Learn about the January 2023 draft guidance by Canada's Competition Bureau on wage-fixing and no-poaching agreements and how it would affect enforcements as criminal offenses beginning June 23, 2023.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: Canada, North America
… 45(1.1) reads as follows: 45 (1.1) Every person who is an employer commits an offence who, with another employer … Partner, Toronto D +1 416 862 3416 adam.goodman@dentons.com Sandy Walker Partner, Toronto D +1 416 863 4517 … 23, 2023. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in January 2023.  … Dentons … Learn about …
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Dentons
04/24/2023
2 pages

Learn top tips on evaluating options when exporing how Artificial Intelligence can support your law department.

… may exist across the law department. Unfortunately, it is not that simple! Before you even begin to understand how … Calgary D +1 403 268 6813 joanne.wakeford@dentons.com Your Key Contacts © 2023 Dentons. Dentons is a global … department. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in January 2023.    … Dentons … Learn top …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/10/2024
GCs can help themselves by hiring ESG deputies to prioritize a new era of ESG mandates, writes Mike Dillinger, USAA’s AVP of ESG and Strategic Programs.
Resource Details
Interest Area: Environmental
Source: ACC Docket
… Docket Article How to Properly Staff for the Future of ESG Mike Dillinger Kristina Wyatt Hih Song … Docket … Banner artwork by Viktoria Kurpas / Shutterstock.com Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues are … while simultaneously meeting business objectives.   This is likely an unexpected and unwelcome prospect for many of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
This article examines the foundations of a compliance program and how that history can guide today’s approach to the subject of compliance. By understanding its history and breaking down responsibilities through the RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted, informed) chart, in-house counsel can help ensure the compliance department is effective and fulfilling its mission.
… Docket Article Whose Risk is it Anyway? A Brief History of Compliance and What the …  (July 2019). ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/20/2024
Jennifer Jaskolka’s meeting with her would-be coach Stewart Hirsch at last year’s Annual Meeting was meant to be — and right on time. Find out how a call from the office that day set the stage for this coaching pair and learn more about ACC’s Career Coaching benefit. #ACCDocket #coaching #professionaldevelopment
… Find out how a call from the office that day set the stage for this coaching pair and learn more about ACC’s Career … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Lightspring / Shutterstock.com ACC provides a variety of professional development … benefits of ACC’s career development offerings. First up is a pair who connected at the 2023 ACC Annual Meeting.   …
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Practical Law
03/23/2016
48 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of the main trends and significant deals in Australian construction plans.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
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 … tool at http://uk.practicallaw.com/4-502-1260. This Q&A is part of the global guide to construction and projects law. … Law. For more information about Practical Law, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
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Richard Jones, Trevor Dolan, Ruth Fairhurst, Sian Cosgrove (Eversheds Sutherland)
08/29/2023
7 pages

This article provides a summary of the European Commission’s key proposals under a third Payment Services Directive (PSD3), the EU Payment Services Regulation (PSR) and the EU open finance regime.

… and the Council of the EU before becoming law. This is typically a lengthy process which could take over two … M: +44 792 054 6129 richardjones@ eversheds-sutherland.com Trevor Dolan Partner T: +353 1 6644234 trevordolan@ … regime. This resource was originally published on the website of  Eversheds Sutherland  on August 14, 2023. … …
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Stephanie Fox
04/26/2013

This article contains ten things to think about when establishing your corporation's legal hold process.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
New Product Development, Thomson Reuters With sanctions for spoliation of evidence increasing 271% since 2005, it's … Zubulake and Pension Committee decisions, suggests, there is no reason to avoid issuing written litigation holds. Your … and will shield itself from potential spoliation claims. In Judge Scheindlin's words, "Just do it. Just do it." Below …
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