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Fernanda Matoso and Eduardo Maia Cadete; Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, Sociedade de Advogados, R.L.
12/20/2013
17 pages

Review of Portuguese laws and regulations related to the distribution of pharmaceuticals.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Portugal
… & Eduardo Maia Cadete A. DISTRIBuTION 1. PRECONDITIONS FOR DISTRIBuTION 1.1 What are the legal preconditions for a … Health Service (NHS), and this type of information is not publicly disclosed to the general public. INFARMED can … request of any stakeholder or through the institutional website of the company, until 31 May each year. Portugal …
Articles
Francisco Ed Lim and Chrysilla Carissa P Bautista, Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW)
12/12/2014
10 pages

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 in the Philippines.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Philippines
… 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 … (GOCC) Governance Act requires GOCCs to maintain a website and post thereon for unrestricted public access their …
Articles
Philippe Bärtsch, Christopher Boog and Benjamin Moss, Schellenberg Wittmer
12/12/2014
5 pages

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: Switzerland
… Wittmer December 12, 2014 5 pages Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard … Further information on the Rules is provided on the website of the Swiss Chambers’ Arbitration Institution …
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.

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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 …
Articles
Frank Cerrone
05/01/2013

Revera, Inc., recently conducted a review of its in-house legal department. The review analyzed the department’s alignment with strategic objectives, workflows, workload capacity, organizational structure and management practices, and relationships with external counsel. The central questions asked were as follows: What value does the department offer? How can it be increased? How is it demonstrated? The results of the review prompted Revera, Inc., to consider some changes to its legal department, as discussed in this article.

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Source: ACC Docket
… does the department offer? How can it be increased? How is it demonstrated? The results of the review prompted … Canada and the United States. frank.cerrone@reveraliving.com DD25 aSSOCIaTION OF CORPORaTE COUNSEL aCINg ThE IN-hOUSE … aCC haS MORE MaTERIaL ON ThIS SUbjECT ON OUR wEbSITE. VISIT www.acc.com, whERE yOU CaN bROwSE OUR …
Articles
Victoria Lazar, Osayaba Giwa-Osagie and Nneka Ikwueze
06/01/2012

As local economies continue to stabilize, Angola and Nigeria are ripe with potential investment opportunities — particularly in the natural resources area. However, with new laws, immigration considerations and a legacy of corruption, in-house counsel must familiarize themselves with a variety of issues to ensure their clients’ success.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Angola, Nigeria, South Africa
… a trial membership . … ACC Docket 35 June 2012 africa is known for its natural resources, including (but not … for many years. She can be contacted at victoria.lazar@ge.com. OSAyABA GIWA-OSAGIE is a senior partner at Giwa-Osagie & … resources. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Jesse M. Molina and Gary L. Benton
05/01/2016

The substantial increase in international trade disputes, constraints on US courts, and the limited reach of US court judgments create a demand for an innovative way to handle international technology disputes.

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Source: ACC Docket
… CORPORATE COUNSEL CHEAT SHEET ■■ A costly mess. Litigation is expensive, interrupts innovation, and should be a last … technology practice group. jmolina@focusvision.com Gary L. Benton is the chairman of the Silicon Valley … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Checklists
Hewlett-Packard
10/31/2011

Overview of HP's in-house counsel training program.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
…  to  welcome,  Amy  as  our  first  guest  blogger.  Amy  is  the  Legal/GA  Chief  of  Staff  and  Vice  President  of  Operations  for  Hewlett-­‐Packard,  where  she  is  responsible  for …  questions.  We  also  developed  an  awesome  onboarding  website.  Our  GC  and  his  direct  staff  personally …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2016
The importance of succession planning for corporate law departments and the law firm practice group leaders who serve them is understood, even if it’s often honored in the breach.
… Docket Article Succession Planning: A Joint Primer for the GC and Outside Lawyer V. Nicole “Nici” Comer C. … and the law firm practice group leaders who serve them is understood, even if it’s often honored in the breach. … organic growth strategy. We are making a big push into online mortgages and other electronic products as customer …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2016
A day in the life of Danielle Ducre Rawls, Corporate counsel at ditech, a Walter company in St. Paul, MN.
… MN 6:00 am The alarm clock wakes me up (sometimes I snooze for 15 minutes); check email on phone for anything pressing … We schedule follow-up calls to ensure the issue is addressed. 11:00 am I call outside counsel to discuss … pm Eat lunch at my desk  while I log into the daycare’s website to check on my son’s day. Three days a week, I fit in
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Benjamin Kirschbaum, Esq., WINHELLER Attorneys at Law & Tax Advisors, Germany
08/16/2018

Blockchain technology is based on the idea of creating a decentralized database that may be used to process value transactions. Delegated Proof of Stake (DPos) is a system that can allow users to gain more control over the distribution of bitcoins. Companies in Germany can inform themselves on these systems with the following material.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Germany
… on the Blockchain: "Delegated Proof of Stake" Interesting for Companies Author Benjamin Kirschbaum, Esq., WINHELLER … Advisors, Germany August 16, 2018 Blockchain technology is based on the idea of creating a decentralized database … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President …
Checklists
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
05/01/2019
1 pages

The ability to effectively communicate is a fundamental skill, but it requires training and exercise to hone the skill to elevate your practice as in-house counsel. In this session, Marissa and Tim provide tips that will help you create compelling presentations, draft clear and persuasive written communications, and employ effective collaboration and listening strategies. Here are some effective business communication tips.

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Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… May 1, 2019 1 pages The ability to effectively communicate is a fundamental skill, but it requires training and exercise to hone the skill to elevate your practice as in-house counsel. In this session, Marissa and Tim provide … missed it, be sure to check out the full call recording for a more in-depth discussion and explanation of any tools …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Benjamin Kirschbaum, Esq.
02/16/2018

Cryptocurrency tax law is still being developed and understood in response to the ever-expanding world of currency. In this piece, the author explains what a "hard fork" is and how it affects your currency plus the tax implications of such an operation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany
… Kirschbaum, Esq. February 16, 2018 Cryptocurrency tax law is still being developed and understood in response to the … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President of …
Articles
Dominic Emmett and Nicholas Edwards, Gilbert + Tobin
11/05/2014
17 pages

What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What criteria are applied in your country to determine if a debtor is insolvent?

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Gilbert + Tobin November 5, 2014 17 pages What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … a newspaper and also on the centralised insolvency notice website. This date may not be less than 14 days after the …
Articles
Ashurst LLP
03/03/2014
4 pages

This resource will examine the concept of interim measures, including what they are and when and how they can be used.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… res arb arb leg pro one req law Co ow the tha wil wa wil for unt It i pla arb Int pro a te unt The ass cer cer ing … pr ncept of in luding wha w they can rticular inte tered a com ich specifie pute resol may soon bitration pr hat is an i but the simpl olve. In the c itration, an a itrators, …
02/01/2017

Unfair Contract Term Laws and how they impact on your business - presentation held in Tasmania 1 February 2017.

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Region: Australia
… on the impact the new law will have 2 The contract is the contract In Equuscorp Pty Ltd v Glengallan Investments … is void ab initio if it is:  a:  “consumer contract” (ie for goods or services for personal, domestic or household … contract Next steps 27 © HWL Ebsworth Lawyers hwlebsworth.com.au Office Locations Adelaide Brisbane Canberra Melbourne …
Articles
Global Legal Group
07/16/2020
135 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding outsourcing across a range of jurisdictions.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Global, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Paisner LLP BSN Bufete Sánchez Navarro, S.C. Centre for Outsourcing Research and Education (Core) Dana Avocats … by any means, digital or analogue, in whole or in part, is strictly forbidden. Disclaimer This publication is for … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Strategic Partners Fifth Edition Contributing Editor: …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample contract policy.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of Contract Management Contract Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample contract policy. Resource Details Interest Area: … informed decisions regarding contracts. CMO is responsible for collecting, retaining, reviewing, analyzing, and providing information and counsel regarding contracts in support of the business interests of XXXXXX and its XBUs. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/20/2017

This is a sample computer, email and internet usage policy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Computer, Email & Internet Usage Policy June 20, 2017 This is a sample computer, email and internet usage policy. … employees may not solicit or distribute literature for any cause or purpose during working time. No employee … telephones, cellular phones, PDAs, voicemail, fax, online services, social media, Intranets, and the World Wide …
Program Materials
Patricia Williams, Megan Sugiyama, Maria Polczynski, and Deanna Johnston
10/19/2015

Results can be multiplied when you put together any combination of in-sourcing, unbundling, alternative legal service providers, process improvement, value-based fees and technology.

…  –  Fireman's  Fund   Insurance  Company     2   More  for  Less  Challenge   Maria  Polczynski   Head  of  Group …  ma?er  or  an  explana?on    why  value-­‐based  pricing  is    not  appropriate.     7   Up  value     from  panel …  &  Risk  Services  Collabora?on     34   35 WWW.ACC.COM/VALUECHAMPIONS Meet The Champions 6:30 – 7:00 PM today, …
Program Materials
ACC; Kimberly Houghton Berry - Assistant General Counsel, National Wildlife Federation; Laurence E. Gold - Associate General Counsel, AFL-CIO; Gigi Hyland - Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Empire Corporate Federal Credit Union; Cynthia M. Lewin - Vice President & General Counsel, Volunteers of America, Inc.
10/01/2004

709 Lobbying & Political Activity Do's & Don'ts. Learn about why 501(c)(3)s must report lobbying activities, how 501(c)(3)s can measure lobbying activity, and more.

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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 709:Lobbying & Political Activity Do's & Don'ts Kimberly … Berry Kimberly Houghton Berry is assistant general counsel for National Wildlife Federation (NWF) in Reston, Virginia. …
Articles
Dirk Pohl, Esq. WINHELLER Attorneys at Law & Tax Advisors - Member of Primerus
10/13/2016

This brief article presents how the German Federal Ministry of Finance considers the existence of an internal control system (ICS) as an indicator that the responsible managers of a company had no intent to evade tax.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President of … In either cases, whether a simple correction notification is concerned or self-incrimination to avoid punishment, a tax …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2018
Four years ago, in 2014, Yusuf Mohamed was at a crossroads in his career. He was planning to join a law firm for the first time when he saw a LinkedIn post: Tesla, Inc. was looking for employment counsel. He decided to submit his resume, thinking it was a moonshot. At the time, Tesla had 10,000 employees and its prior employment lawyer had recently left the company.
… Docket Article Shooting for the Moon Joshua H. Shields Publication Date: 04/01/2018 … when it comes to media coverage. At this moment, there is a cherry-red Tesla Roadster (with a copy of The … delivery experience seamless from the time they go on the website to configure their vehicle, to the time it shows up. …
Articles
Todd H. Silberman
07/01/2007

Read Todd Silberman's insights on the balance between work and life. Do we live to work or work to live?

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Small Law | The Contrac tual Cog it ator TODD H. SILBERMAN is vice president and general counsel for Express Carriers, an international trucking company … Texas Chapter of ACC. He can be reached at attyxpress@aol.com. I ’m sure you’ve heard the adage: “some people live to …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert, Executive Director, Robert Half Legal
04/15/2014
2 pages

This article contains five tips for freshening up your legal resume right now.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles 5 Tips for Refreshing Your Legal Resume Author Charles A. Volkert, … RESUME By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … Counsel, ©2014, Washington, D.C., 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
06/01/2018

This article examines industry changes resulting from an automated workforce and identifies future trends.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Kill the Labor Force? ENEDINA CARDENAS Automation is redefining the workplace. While some may fear that … Retailers are closing their brick and mortar stores to do online business. And self-checkout aisles at grocery stores … examples of when invention and improvements were feared for reasons similar to those espoused today: mass production …
Program Materials
10/30/2014

Despite the CLO’s best efforts, Legal is almost always viewed as a cost center within the corporation. What are the most effective ways that you as a CLO can continuously prove your value to the company, what metrics do you use to do it, and how do you get the company to see the cost savings that result from early and regular consultation with Legal?

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… October 30, 2014 Despite the CLO’s best efforts, Legal is almost always viewed as a cost center within the … Do you assess categories similar to the ones listed above for your in-house department? iii. Do you assess both cost … search the ACC online resource library at http://www.acc.com/legalresources/index.cfm 1. Leading Practices in Law …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/22/2017

This is a sample personnel policy concerning corporate credit card use.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts Corporate Credit Card Use May 22, 2017 This is a sample personnel policy concerning corporate credit card … Card Company”) Corporate credit cards to employees for purchasing business travel services and accommodations. … the [CREDIT CARD COMPANY APPLICATION] located on Company Online and request that his/her supervisor send an email …
Articles
Bjarne P. Tellmann
09/01/2017

Career Path Columnist Bjarne P. Tellmann discusses the various types of diversity that a company needs in order to succeed.

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Interest Area: Diversity and Inclusion
Source: ACC Docket
… more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Bjarne P. Tellmann SVP & GENERAL COUNSEL PEARSON … “Facebook Engineering VP Explains Why ‘Cognitive Diversity is the Most Powerful Tool,’” Fast Company, at www. … McKinsey study found that companies in the top quartile for racial and eth- nic diversity were 35 percent more likely …
Articles
Bjarne P. Tellmann
03/01/2018

In his final Career Path column, Bjarne P. Tellmann shares how to embrace change — no matter how daunting.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Articles Career Path: Time for a Change Author Bjarne P. Tellmann March 1, 2018 In his … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Bjarne P. Tellmann GENERAL COUNSEL & CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER PEARSON bjarnetellmann@pearson.com Your team is likely to experience the emotional and logistical hurdles …
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