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Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
12 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investment in Japanese businesses and commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in February 2018.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Japan
… Articles Asia-A Legal Guide for Business Investment and Expansion: Japan Author Meritas … Investment and Expansion JAPAN Founded in 1990, Meritas is the premiere global alliance of independent law firms … related information. These translations are available online at http://www.japaneselawtranslation. go.jp/?re=02. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/28/2020
Shannon Klinger, the group general counsel of Novartis International AG, a Swiss multinational pharmaceutical company, has opened nearly every virtual meeting since Novartis took the decision to ask its associates to work from home in light of the COVID-19 pandemic — including this interview — with an earnest question: how are you doing?
… Docket Article A Time for Trust Joshua H. Shields Publication Date: 05/28/2020 … took the decision to ask its associates to work from home in light of the COVID-19 pandemic — including this interview … Justin Connor. Klinger admits that working virtually is far from her preferred mode of work — she is usually …
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… to interact with in-house lawyers in your practice area Online resources specific to your work Online communities to … from the convenience of your office Joining a network is simple, and they are open to all members. Join one or more … peers? Then head over to ACC Communities - our "house" for in-house counsel. There you can connect and exchange …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/23/2015

This sample stresses to be mindful that YOU AND YOU ALONE are personally responsible for the content that you publish on the Internet.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… mindful that YOU AND YOU ALONE are personally responsible for the content that you publish on the Internet. Resource … authorization. Your personal time spent on social media is just that, personal. It is not considered part of your … of the Company. There are no "winners" and "losers" in an online community. Online behavior that is confrontational, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2019
Although artificial intelligence has now moved from the research and development stage to commercialization, its wider deployment in business imposes challenges for enterprises and for patent legislation, as it is a completely new concept and a very powerful force for change.
… Docket Article Artificial intelligence in the patenting landscape Petteri Häkkänen Akseli Von Koch … its wider deployment in business imposes challenges for enterprises and for patent legislation, as it is a completely new concept and a very powerful force for
Articles
Norton Rose Fulbright
05/01/2015

The 2015 Litigation Trends Annual Survey collects and presents the experiences and opinions of corporate counsel regarding various aspects of litigation and disputes-related matters.

… Contents Norton Rose Fulbright Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the world’s preeminent … Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. Recognized for our industry focus, we are strong across all the key … Tel +1 713 651 5243 gerard.pecht@nortonrosefulbright.com While each country or region surveyed is unique, one …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/28/2021
Every lawyer should have a personal knowledge management system in their toolkit.
… and painlessly. The tool I decided to address first is developing a personal knowledge management system tailored … means you can access it from anywhere and save it in what, for all intents and purposes, is practically unlimited … format or any PDFs for easy access, even if you didn’t buy them through Apple or Kindle? You can also divide those …
Articles
Bird & Bird
05/11/2016
13 pages

This article focuses on the role that energy storage and in particular battery storage, can play towards the goal of creating a more efficient electricity system and the key challenges that must be addressed.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… of a social conscience about where and how electricity is generated.  Decarbonisation. Decarbonisation policy both … and controls to allow it to continue to function for the needs of the UK. New technologies will be a crucial … https://www.ssepd.co.uk/NINES/ 3 http://www2.nationalgrid.com/uk/services/balancing-services/ 4 …
Articles
Brandon Malone, McClure Naismith LLP
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: Scotland
… Naismith LLP 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 …
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Charlotte Lewis Jones
11/01/2016
8 pages

While it may seem like second nature to in-house counsel, successfully negotiating the closure of a business transaction is an art form. It requires transparency, organization, and market awareness to understand how to approach negotiation in a way that effectively ensures a positive outcome for all parties involved. By understanding these factors, and how to navigate the risks associated with them, in-house counsel can efficiently close multiple transactions simultaneously to favorable returns.

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Source: ACC Docket
Collection: Contract Negotiation Skills
Region: Global
… negotiating the closure of a business transaction is an art form. It requires transparency, organization, and … can frustrate your potential business partner and, worse, com- municate to him or her that your team just “doesn’t get … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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James R. Buckley
03/01/2005

Two case studies of in-house counsel's efforts to use business techniques to productively and efficiently manage complex lawsuits while optimizing the use of limited financial resources in order to achieve the best result.

… tech­ niques to a lawsuit—with rather unhappy results. It is an object lesson in the limits of management techniques. … IN Sure,  you can blame outside counsel  for  your com­ do  you  much  good.  Even  if  you  call  the  … This system can be found on the ABA’s website at http://www.abanet.org/litigation/utbms/home.html. …
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Stephanie Bagot, Carolyn Herzog, Preston Ray, Cheryl Solomon
10/19/2015

A panel of experienced international in-house lawyers will discuss the legal support areas on which legal department members in international offices should focus on in order to partner effectively with the business team. They will address optimizing the process for providing legal services, identifying future legal support requirements and implementing legal cost-saving initiatives.

… Program Materials Roadmap for a Successful International Law Department Author … online and brick and mortar stores. Though young, WeeGiant is already generating nearly $1.5 billion in annual revenue. … that it is acquiring a UK-based company, KustomDesigns.com (“Kustom”), which is about half the size of WeeGiant and …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Contoural, Inc.
12/15/2018

This is a sample policy for offsite records storage cost reduction strategies.

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Region: United States
… Strategies Author Contoural, Inc. December 15, 2018 This is a sample policy for offsite records storage cost reduction strategies. … stored. To view a complimentary copy, visit www.contoural.com Webinars: Out With the Old: Paper Remediation Strategies …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

Selected cases and materials related to arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… lose its force simply because the arbitration provision is mandated by a separate federal regulation. 9 U.S.C.A. § 1 … decision is in French. The full text is available on the website of the Federal Tribunal, www.bger.ch. 2 : In English … is available here: http://www.swissarbitrationdecisions.com/federal-tribunal-reaffirms-that-arbitration-clauses- …
Articles
Beverly M. Tompkins, Judah Lifschitz, and Laura C. Fraher
05/01/2018

The most effective way to stop litigation claims from falling on your desk is to avoid the dispute altogether. While this may not always be possible, in-house counsel would be wise to follow these 10 preventative steps that will help ensure you never have to step into a courtroom.

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Source: ACC Docket
… way to stop litigation claims from falling on your desk is to avoid the dispute altogether. While this may not always … to all levels of the organization. bmtompkins@sgh.com Judah Lifschitz, based in Washington, DC, is co-president … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
08/01/2017
5 pages

The law and technology - a panel interview with four in-house counsel including Chaman Sidhu, David Bushby, Vered Keisar and Luke O’Sullivan.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … acla.acc.com 7VOLUME 27, ISSUE 1  AUTUMN 2017 1. How has technology … society. The way I communicate, collaborate and produce is very different from 10 years ago due to technology. For me personally, adopting agile and lean ways of working, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2015
“Can we do it?” “Should we do it?” “How can we justify budgeting for it?” and “Can we rely on it?” are questions that your product development or marketing team may ask you prior to launching a product or service.
… do it?” “Should we do it?” “How can we justify budgeting for it?” and “Can we rely on it?” are questions that your … Property Source: ACC Docket … CHEAT SHEET What is a freedom to operate analysis? It is an assessment of the … infringement and if sued, the likelihood of prevailing in court. Assess third party rights. Determine whether third …
Articles
CMS
10/18/2022
6 pages

Learn about key regulatory developments and guidance at the intersection of competition law and sustainability in the European Union, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, in connection with calls for competition laws to support sustainability.

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Region: European Union, Netherlands, United Kingdom
… and the United Kingdom, in connection with calls for competition laws to support sustainability. Resource … from some of the more pro-active regulators. The movement is linked to the EU’s strong commitment to sustainability and … resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  in May 2021. … CMS … Learn about key …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/09/2023
AI is exciting—and risky. No one has all the answers yet. But, we still need to ask questions. #OpenAI #LegalTech #ACC #ACCDocket
… Vendor Risks Olga V. Mack Publication Date: 05/09/2023 AI is exciting—and risky. No one has all the answers yet. But, … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Mameraman / Shutterstock.com AI is exciting — and risky. No one has all the answers … legislators, and regulators will define AI's boundaries for years to come. Meanwhile, you want to help your company …
Articles
Alex Christen, Senior Associate, Employment and Immigration, Capital Law Limited
02/21/2023
7 pages

The Home Office (United Kingdom) has updated its sponsor guidance to incorporate recent changes to immigration rules as well as some other changes to the guidance. In this article, learn about these employment changes to ensure compliance.

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Region: United Kingdom, Europe
… Articles Must Read for Businesses Sponsoring Employees Author Alex Christen, … carrying out the correct right to work check). There is also no need to report the new start date on the sponsor … Law Limited This article was originally published on the website of Capital Law Limited on November 16, 2022. … Alex …
Articles
Mike Roster
09/01/1995

Reengineering the Legal Function, by Mike Roster

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… of a legal department? The answer most often heard is that we in-house counsel know our clients and their … a modern U.S. corporation knows there is no single answer for the best way to handle the legal function. Indeed. … for them, but we urged them to consider the fact that the com­ plete outsourcing approach was probably the least dsky …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/04/2018
Confidence can be an asset. Imagine being confident enough to turn down a plum post-clerkship signing bonus, move to a foreign country with a loose grasp of the local culture and languages, and be the only overseas attorney interviewing for the first lawyer position for a hot Singaporean startup.
… Docket Article Tips & Insights: Confidence Is Key Joshua H. Shields Publication Date: 06/04/2018 … languages, and be the only overseas attorney interviewing for the first lawyer position for a hot Singaporean startup. … Chan became general counsel of RedMart, a Singapore-based online grocer and logistics company, almost three years ago. …
Articles
Bill Mordan
10/01/2016

Career Path columnist Bill Mordan discusses the role of computer judges in the future of law.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Bill Mordan GENERAL COUNSEL AND COMPANY … of all litigants, at some point, believe their judge is an idiot. At the end of a trial, disgruntled losers rarely … would you rather have a computer as your judge? Consider, for example, the eBay electronic dis- pute resolution …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/29/2021
From assessing business needs to anticipating future demands, follow these steps to achieve your company’s multi-year initiatives.
… inevitably run into headwinds because change is difficult. Members of the organization may struggle to … phase should not be rushed. Involve key stakeholders in gathering data to set a defensible baseline against which … team can understand. Provide clarity about expectations for all members of the team. To achieve established goals, …
Articles
03/31/2001

Hand this article to your human resources department and to the nonlegal managers in your company to help them figure out the best way to handle performance appraisals for workers who can’t seem to cut it so that the managers can get what they want and still protect the company.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Evaluating the Poor Performer: Guidelines for the Nonlegal Manager March 31, 2001 Hand this article to … You detest this time of year, and your first thought is to call your financial planner and ask him whether you can … but also his attendance is off, and you recently received com­ plaints from three managers in supporting departments …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/16/2017
Mentoring relationships are everywhere in Silicon Valley, but we have never seen one as dynamic and inspiring as the one between Veronica Abreu and Jennifer Lam.
… one between Veronica Abreu and Jennifer Lam. Abreu, who is currently chief privacy officer at Square, worked at Airbnb for four years, building out its product counseling, privacy, … and intellectual property counsel at Zynga, creator of online games, such as Words with Friends. “I worked on a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/10/2023
Kriti Tannan, senior director, legal at Jones Lang LaSalle shares her day with ACC. #ACCDocket #inhouse #DITL
… Resource Details … Banner artwork by Sagii / Shutterstock.com Kriti Tannan Senior Director, Legal Jones Lang LaSalle … person since my high school days, and a good morning is essential to my start of the day. I do think my internal … every day. 😊 6:00 am: It is time to get organized and plan for the day. I stick to my daily mantra: “Either you run the …
Articles
Dr Mark Abell and Victoria Hobbs, Bird & Bird
05/01/2013
16 pages

This article considers how the duty of good faith impacts on the on-going relationship between franchisor and franchisee in the civil and common law traditions.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… civil and common law traditions. The concept of good faith is firmly established in the civil law jurisdictions of the … Rouhette-Berton, Assistant Professor of English. 20 Cass. com. 26 November 2003, Bull. civ. IV, No. 186, (Manoukian … framework of franchising development in Latvia' on the website www.franchising%20.lv/new_site/lt/ …
Articles
Demarest Advogados
08/30/2013

Overview Brazil's business environment. Includes discussion of tax law, legal system, investment law, intellectual property considerations, and marketing.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… closed regardless of CADE's approval. Legal system 2. What is the legal system based on (for example, civil law, common … de Defesa Econômica) (http://cade.gov.br). The website gives guidance on the competition law rules. … T +55-11-3356-1822 F +55-11-3356-1700 E procha@demarest.com.br W www.demarest.com.br Qualified. São Paulo, 1993 Areas …
Articles
Joseph M. Wallin and Susan S. Schalla
07/01/2015

This is a discussion of key securities law considerations for start-up or early-stage companies preparing to grant compensatory equity awards to employees, directors or other service providers.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Joseph M. Wallin and Susan S. Schalla July 1, 2015 This is a discussion of key securities law considerations for start-up or early-stage companies preparing to grant … for Start-up Company Employees (http://us.practicallaw.com/3-589- 7685) and Stock Options and Other Equity …
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