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Randall Lewis and Iohann Le Frapper
07/01/2013
6 pages

The key to long-term, sustainable business results in the Asia Pacific region is hiring and retaining the right staff.

… sustainable business results in the Asia Pacific region is hiring and retaining the right staff. Resource Details … for 15 consecutive years. randall.lewis@conagrafoods.com Iohann Le Frapper is the CLO of GBI based in Qatar. Le … ACC hAS mORE mATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR wEBSITE. vISIT WWW.ACC.COM, whERE yOU CAN BROwSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/28/2024
GSK’s Senior Vice President Brennan Torregrossa recommends finding a compliance buddy to help you look at problem through a compliance lens using the 3 C’s: culture, common sense, and controls. #ACCDocket #inhouse #compliance
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Paul Orr / Shutterstock .com Many years ago, I looked at my mortgage statement online … not open any such account. It was a fleeting few seconds for me, one that caused me no harm, but it turned into years … To avoid problems like those faced by Wells Fargo, it is my firm belief that the very best corporate lawyers deeply …
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Dentons
09/20/2023
2 pages

Learn about the risks and key takeaways regarding Generative AI in Singapore, as discussed in a paper released by the Infocomm Media Development Authority.

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Region: Singapore
… of the AI Verify Foundation, a subsidiary of IMDA. What is Generative AI? Generative AI refers to AI models that are … Partner, Singapore D +65 6885 3638 gilbert.leong@dentons.com Desmond Chew Partner, Singapore D +65 6885 2895 … Authority. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in July 2023. … Dentons … Learn about the …
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Dentons
04/24/2023
4 pages

Learn about the EU's FSR, which will apply beginning in July 2023, and implications risks, and steps to be taken in preparation.

Resource Details
Region: European Union, Global
… create a level playing field. The European Commission (EC) is to be given extensive powers to intervene against such … 20 7246 7206 M +44 7824 320864 christopher.graf@dentons.com Melanie Martin Senior Associate, Glasgow D +44 33 0222 … preparation. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in February 2023. … Dentons … Learn about …
Articles
09/01/2017

From Ontario to Dallas, ACC highlights the recent events from chapters across the globe.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada, United States
… members and sponsors from all over the state to thank them for a great year of programming and networking. This year, … emerging artists to world-renowned super groups, there is something for everyone. It is the live equivalent of the … Save $100 each for eight or more. Register today. www.acc.com/am2017 Register by September 13 and save $100! …
Articles
Ashurst LLP
03/03/2014

The aim of the RDL is to improve and clarify certain aspects of the rules governing outof-court protected refinancing arrangements and the so-called Spanish scheme or "homologación judicial" whilst trying to solve other inefficiencies of the legal regime applying to those refinancing arrangements that have arisen in practice. This is a preliminary review that we thought should be shared with you as soon as possible given the number of current debt restructurings that may be affected by its content.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Spain
… Act Author Ashurst LLP March 3, 2014 The aim of the RDL is to improve and clarify certain aspects of the rules … by extending the statutory timeframe to file for insolvency, such purpose has now been extended to protect … T: +34 91 364 9800 F: +34 91 364 9801/02 www.ashurst.com. Ashurst LLP is a limited liability partnership …
Articles
Robert R. Perry
06/24/2017

This Quick Overview is intended to introduce the reader to the basic rules governing the assessment and collection of withdrawal liability and their application in certain situations in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Primer on Withdrawal Liability in the United States Author Robert R. Perry June 23, 2017 This Quick Overview is intended to introduce the reader to the basic rules … of an employer) can and does trigger withdrawal liability. For this purpose, MPPAA's definition of "employer" treats …
Articles
Katia Bloom, Jessica K. Nall, and Joshua W. Malone
05/01/2018

When a company finds itself under government scrutiny, conducting an independent investigation by outside counsel can make all the difference between violation and vindication. However, defining independence isn't always as black and white as it seems.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Often in these scenarios, outside counsel’s “independence” is conflated with “absolutely no prior work done for the … counsel?”4 However, the report does not specify how the com- mission is to evaluate such facts and does not … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/22/2024
Ropes & Gray LLP’s Head Strategic Advisor Danielle Davidson alongside AlixPartners' Associate General Counsel Jimmy Chestnut and Global Head of eDiscovery and Data Forensics Tarek Ghalayini delve into the evolution and adoption of AI in the legal industry and the complexities it may potentially cause in eDiscovery work. #ACCDocket #inhouse #AI
… Docket … Banner artwork by Dark Geometry / Shutterstock.com It is clear artificial intelligence (AI) is supplementing the … the technology must be clearly defined in order to allow for proper rules, regulations, and a general understanding of …
Articles
Dentons
09/20/2023
3 pages

Learn about the European Commission's July 10, 2023 confirmation of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, and its possible upcoming implications.

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Region: European Union, United States
… Articles EU-US Data Privacy Framework: USA is (at least for the time being) a safe EU data recipient (Dentons) Author … This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in July 2023. … Dentons … Learn about the …
Articles
11/19/2015

This Top Ten addreses organisations looking to take up cyber insurance as part of a broader cyber security strategy, and some key issues for in-house lawyers to bear in mind.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
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… of a broader cyber security strategy, and some key issues for in-house lawyers to bear in mind. Resource Details Interest … and professional indemnity insurance policies, cyber risk is another matter entirely. With increasing awareness of …
Articles
Matt Jacobs, General Counsel, Black Duck Software
09/09/2014

Learn ten tips for in-house counsel to help business teams use open source software while managing risks associated with the use of such code.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Black Duck Software September 9, 2014 Learn ten tips for in-house counsel to help business teams use open source … The increasing adoption of open source software (OSS) is fundamentally changing many companies' software …
Articles
K Royal
01/01/2020
2 pages

With the California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) going into effect in 2020, here’s what US in-house counsel should consider when creating data policies.

… residents will have the right to know what personal data is collected about them and how it is used. Businesses that … comply with CCPA. The law is expected to serve as a model for other states and nations, so in-house counsel who are not … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. K Royal ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL TRUSTARC …
Articles
Nathalie Meyer Fabre, Meyer Fabre Avocats
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: France
… Fabre Avocats December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Articles
Mariano Municoy, Moeller IP Advisors
11/04/2014

Patent enforcement proceedings in Argentina.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina
… & Partners Vossius & Partner www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 CONTENTS Patents 2014 Contributing editor: Frank L Bernstein Kenyon & Kenyon LLP Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the 11th edition of Patents, a volume … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and …
Program Materials
Frank DeCarlo, Charles DeLeon, Gretchen L. Klebasko
05/21/2013

Why do we have compliance programs and what does it take to make them Effective with a capital “E?” Why do we care? What is the role of in-house counsel in making sure that effectiveness is achieved and delivered? Effective ethics and compliance programs are important both preventatively – to make sure that bad conduct does not occur – and after the fact – to make sure that bad conduct gets addressed so it doesn’t continue and won’t happen again. Moreover, not having an effective program can have disastrous consequences. Come learn how to develop it into much more than a code of conduct gathering dust on the shelf.

… them Effective with a capital “E?” Why do we care? What is the role of in-house counsel in making sure that … at ACC: 202.293.4103, ext. 338; legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, May 21, 2013 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM 800 - Effective … individuals are assigned overall responsibility for the program Reasonable effort must be made to avoid …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2015
In the area of mergers and acquisitions, trade secrets can provide unique challenges to the due diligence team evaluating the target company. Regardless of whether a target company has strategically and formally protected these assets, trade secrets are an inevitable part of the sale or purchase of any company, big or small.
… sufficient time to evaluate the asset; however, the seller is wary of disclosing early and divulging confidential … share. Popular brands use trade secrets to create allure for their products. Often imitated, but never duplicated, the … secrets and mitigate potential threats. Create.org and PWC.com, February 2014. … In the area of mergers and …
Articles
Shabbi S. Khan, Foley & Lardner
11/03/2015

This article discusses three trending topics that were discussed at the 2015 FOLEY Tech Summit by a few IoT experts.

… 1. IoT will Redefine the Expectations of Privacy Privacy is of utmost concern to consumers and enterprises alike. For consumers, the deployment of IoT devices in their homes … contact Beni Surpin at 858.847.6736 or bsurpin@foley.com. … This article discusses three trending topics that were …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/29/2021
Oliver Jaberg was driving to FIFA’s headquarters when high-ranking football officials were arrested by Swiss authorities in 2015. Ever since, he has worked to help rebuild trust in FIFA and the organization’s credibility, as well as building out a best-in-class compliance program.
… football officials were arrested by Swiss authorities in 2015. Ever since, he has worked to help rebuild trust in … biggest transformation Jaberg has seen since that morning is a cultural shift at FIFA. “FIFA has undergone a very … former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch praised FIFA for its compliance turnaround during a  keynote speech  — …
Articles
Yasufumi Shiroyama and Makoto Ono, Anderson Mōri & Tomotsune
11/04/2014

Patent enforcement proceedings in Japan.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Japan
… & Partners Vossius & Partner www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 CONTENTS Patents 2014 Contributing editor: Frank L Bernstein Kenyon & Kenyon LLP Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the 11th edition of Patents, a volume … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and …
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 …
Program Materials
Kimberly Otte, Lawrence Vernaglia, David Ellenbogen
10/29/2014

Explore the unique intersection of governance, corporate compliance programs and ethical decision-making in healthcare organizations. Find out how all of that fits within the board of directors’ fiduciary duties. From bioethics to fraud to governance best practices, speakers will reveal how ethics and compliance officers in healthcare organizations can address and prevent ethics lapses and ensure the board discharges its fiduciary duties.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… relating to former roles), 1.13 (when the client is an organization) & 5.5 (multi-jurisdictional practice of … March Vision Care, Inc. 3102162303 ggalimi@marchvisioncare.com Faculty: Kimberly Otte Chief Compliance Officer Mayo … on this topic. Presentation Outline: The Outline for the Slide Presentation, and the Outline for the Program …
Program Materials
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/25/2011
69 pages

This presentation includes an overview of process improvement methodologies (including Six Sigma and Lean). Outlines framework for a process improvement project and showcases key tools to create a project charter, assess client requirements, and map a process. From ACC Value Challenge workshop, Legal Service Management, July 2010: www.acc.com/legalservicemanagement

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… (including Six Sigma and Lean). Outlines framework for a process improvement project and showcases key tools to … workshop, Legal Service Management, July 2010: www.acc.com/legalservicemanagement Resource Details Interest Area: … for review Reviewing Departments approve Final version is executed by vendor and by Contracts Administration Paper …
Articles
Terence S. Dobbin, Pierre R. Dagenais, Renee Dankner, Christine Carron, Andres C. Garin, J. David Vincent, James Padwick and Carolyn Boyle
02/01/2007

This issue covers corporate subsidiary governance, litigation privilege, and partial pension wind-ups.

In Canada? By Terence S. Dobbin (tdobbin@ogilvyrenault.com) and Pierre R. Dagenais (pdagenais@ogilvyrenault.com), … of directors facing a bid, creates an environment that is biased toward facilitating shareholder choice and limits … topics can be accessed at the International Law Office website by inputting the five-digit reference number at …
Articles
Weijing Wu and Chengcheng Zhang
05/11/2015

This Quick Overview explains the federal law requirements for obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States tax code.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Nonprofit Organizations
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Obtaining and Maintaining §501(c)(3) tax exempt Status in the United States Author Weijing Wu and Chengcheng Zhang … This Quick Overview explains the federal law requirements for obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status under Section … under  §501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue (IRS) Code is financially beneficial for a nonprofit organization. Not …
Benchmarking and Research Data
ACC
01/29/2013

Representing 1,104 CLOs and general counsel from 36 countries, the ACC Chief Legal Officers 2013 Survey provides an unbiased and in-depth analysis of the highest ranking lawyers in corporate legal departments—reviewing their top concerns for the past 12 months, today, and into the future, and a prioritization of their business issues.

… corporate legal departments—reviewing their top concerns for the past 12 months, today, and into the future, and a … My Resources … page 1 For more information visit: www.acc.com/CLOsurvey ACC’s Chief Legal Officers (CLO) 2013 Survey … global survey of CLOs, also contains a profile of who is serving in the CLO role today and a snapshot of law …
Articles
Lucy Bassli and Mark Ross
10/18/2016
2 pages

This article provides tips on Legal Process Outsourcing and the future of contracting.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … For many corporations the traditional staffing model for procurement contract drafting, review and negotiation is based on a method that is both labor-intensive and … Contracting: 4 Tips Mark Ross and Lucy Bassli corpcounsel.com | May 12, 2015 From the Experts &iStock.com/CTRd the …
Articles
Mark Ross and Lucy Bassli
05/12/2015

This article provides 4 tips to follow when dealing with LPO and the future of contracting.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … For many corporations the traditional staffing model for procurement contract drafting, review and negotiation is based on a method that is both labor-intensive and … Contracting: 4 Tips Mark Ross and Lucy Bassli corpcounsel.com | May 12, 2015 From the Experts &iStock.com/CTRd the …
Articles
Jalal El Ahdab and Myriam Eid*, Ginestié Magellan Paley-Vincent in association with Ahdab Law Firm
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Saudi Arabia
… Ahdab Law Firm December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Articles
10/08/2015

This article addresses how globally, the hedge fund industry is impacted by countless reforms; including European short selling bans, global derivatives reform and shadow-banking.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… article addresses how globally, the hedge fund industry is impacted by countless reforms; including European short … & Wales, Company No 1679046. Registered Office and address for service: Aldgate House, 33 Aldgate High Street, London … F: +44 20 7311 3311 E: stephen.ball@kpmg.co.uk W: www.kpmg.com FOREWORD Robert Mirsky KPMG 15 Canada Square Canary Wharf …
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