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Sang Goo Han, Hyung Bae Park and Yoori Choi, Yoon & Yang LLC
11/05/2014

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: South Korea
… Choi, Yoon & Yang LLC November 5, 2014 What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the …
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Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… 19, 2014 "the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals" Resource Details Interest Area: … Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal …
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Cliff Sosnow, Greg Kanargelidis, Jack Quinn, Diane Rusignola, Mark Adkins, Michael Gans, Brock Gibson, Ernest McNee, Craig Thorburn and Renee Dankner
05/01/2007

This supplement includes articles concerning cross-border relations, M&A in Canada 2006 year in review, and insights from Dan McCarty, CLO for Imperial Tobacco Canada.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada, China, European Union, United States
… 2006 year in review, and insights from Dan McCarty, CLO for Imperial Tobacco Canada. Resource Details Interest Area: … Trade Recap By Cliff Sosnow (cliff.sosnow@blakes.com), Greg Kanargelidis (greg.kanargelidis@blakes.com), and … to have been injured by the imports, and the clear message is that trade law will be used to strengthen business between …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2018
When a cyberattack strikes, nothing could be more important to the office of the general counsel than executing the company’s Critical Data Breach Checklist. But long before the breach occurs, steps should be taken to establish a privileged reporting channel (PRC) for all communications and information transmission.
… be taken to establish a privileged reporting channel (PRC) for all communications and information transmission. Resource … response and notifications, the primary privilege involved is the attorney-client privilege (along with its corollary, … you could access your daily news — whether by newspaper or online push notice — and find the next major data breach …
Articles
06/12/2015

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses possible implications resulting from a company employing a worker remotely in a different state. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the Employment & Labor Law ACC Network.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… resource.) Question: We have a full time employee that is moving from Florida to California, we would like to keep … on paying out waged on termination along with penalties for non-compliance, etc. The list is daunting. You might … for worker's comp. I found a lot of good model policies online that we built on. I would also make sure to focus on …
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ACC Australia
11/05/2020
28 pages

ACC Australia's profiles of women in-house counsel celebrates and showcases their extraordinary journeys. In this article, our members share their personal and professional growth, challenges they faced, and "advice to their younger self", learning from growing.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House
… role as an in-house lawyer. J Le Pro w p ACC Australia is part of the global ACC network consisting of more than … professional membership. 1300 558 550 ausmembership@acc.com T ACTIVATE Being a member of ACC has provided me with … workplace should support you. Check out the Minds Count website for the factors that promote a psychologically …
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Jonathan A. Olsoff, David W. Hull
11/01/2003

This article discusses the rules of cartels, antitrust enforcement, leniency programs, and how to assess whether you are in a high-risk industry. Learn how to manage an internal cartel investigation and limit your exposure in case antitrust authorities accuse your company of participating in a cartel.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
online training modules that were tailor-made for you by software consultants, a videotape with real actors … in good shape. Unfortunately, your sense of complacency is short-lived. During discussions in the hall with one of … to fix prices, you should take measures to protect your com- pany from such involvement. The likelihood that your …
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Joseph Farrell, Professor of Economics, University of California (Berkeley), Director, Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Economics
09/19/2014

Merger review at the US antitrust agencies considers, as the 2010 Merger Guidelines put it, “any reasonably available and reliable evidence.”

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, China, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Luxembourg, Sweden, Switzerland, United States
… views...21 @ See also B. Durand, «Merger simulation is back: Should we worry about it?»; A. Perrot, G. de Muizon … de couplage et remises fidélisantes » on concurrences.com Market data and PartICIPants’ vIews In horIzontal MerGer … this class of techniques here quite widely to include, for instance: g Calculating how the merger can be expected to …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/19/2023
19 pages

This is a sample joint venture agreement in which the members agree to form a limited liability company.

… Venture/Operating Agreement July 19, 2023 19 pages This is a sample joint venture agreement in which the members … of the Joint Venture is to serve as the business entity for the purpose of performing the Contract, and to engage in … audit the Joint Venture’s books and records and shall have online access to view the Joint Venture’s bank account(s). …
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03/29/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the IT, Privacy, and eCommerce Forum, addresses whether the transfer of business contact "personal" data is subject to data privacy protections under European Union (EU) Law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United States
… Articles EU Data Privacy Protections for Business Contact “Personal” Data March 29, 2017 This … whether the transfer of business contact "personal" data is subject to data privacy protections under European Union … 2016) that the dynamic Internet Protocol (IP) address of a website's visitor constitutes personal data with respect to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often performed by business people with no formal legal education. During contract negotiations, different rules and obligations apply to a lawyer depending on whether the party on the other side of the table is represented by counsel. Learn about these rules so as not to be caught on the wrong end of a deal.
… Seger Publication Date: 12/17/2020 Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often … (April 2012). 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: 03/01/2016
The ACC Australia In-house Lawyer Awards acknowledge excellence in the provision of legal services, as well as the contributions to the legal profession made by in-house lawyers working in government and business legal departments.
in Australia — are welcome to enter the nomination process for the awards. Corporate Lawyer of the Year; Legal Team of … thing in common: They are critical to who Carmel Mulhern is, professionally and personally. Mulhern, group general … States, and she said she saw the team and me on the ACC website,” she said. “It makes you feel chuffed to be …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/03/2017
The rewards of working at a fast-growth company are plentiful. At the same time, approaching these kind of in-house legal jobs comes with a specific list of daily challenges, including handling the daily tension between rapid business growth and legal risk management, knowing when to use outside counsel vs. expanding your in-house team, hiring specialists vs. generalists, onboarding new hires in a rapidly changing environment while preserving the company culture, and calibrating internal hiring, operational systems, and external resources to company growth.
in-house counsel to share their experiences and advice for succeeding in this kind of environment. This group … question facing in-house counsel at fast-growth companies is determining the actual risks that the company is facing. … suggests taking a data-driven approach to maximize client buy in: “We explain risk and try to identify a workable path …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/23/2020
Many corporations have focused charitable activities within a corporate foundation to better manage their charitable giving. With such a close connection between a corporate foundation and its related corporation’s business, there is potential for inadvertent self-dealing. Careful planning must be undertaken regarding any proposed transaction between the related business and the foundation.
… foundation and its related corporation’s business, there is potential for inadvertent self-dealing. Careful planning must be … foundation can directly engage with third-party vendors to buy or lease equipment and supplies. Sharing of employees …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/23/2023
28 pages

Purchase Agreement (Finland)

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Finland
… TYPE] under the laws of Finland whose registered o?ce is at [SELLER ADDRESS] and ("Seller"), and [BUYER] ("Buyer"), … to the Buyer, and the Buyer wishes to purchase, Target for the Purchase Price. The Parties agree as follows: 1. … the on-line virtual data room at https://e-deal.cmslegal.com, copies of which are saved on the DVD/CD-Roms attached to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/21/2022
Social justice and empathy are integral to Shalini Swaroop’s work as CLO at MCE. Read more about her environmental justice work that earned her the #ACCTop30s award. #chieflegalofficer #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket
… #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket Resource Details … “My passion for social justice comes out of my empathy towards other … Shalini suggested highlighting low-income programs on the website to increase community awareness about their … I really appreciate results and fast movement, and the CEO is also a social justice advocate, so I felt very …
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Juan Jiménez-Laiglesia, Alfonso Ois, Jorge Masía, Joaquin Hervada and Rafael Maldonado
06/25/2014

This resource is an overview on cartel regulations in Spain.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Spain
… Hervada and Rafael Maldonado June 25, 2014 This resource is an overview on cartel regulations in Spain. Resource … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the …
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Alex Montague, Bojan Savic, Carolyn Blankenship, Ann Rose Southuysen and Dr. Coreena Lofting
09/01/2007

This issue includes articles about the European Patent Convention, patenting software in the UK, and Belgium intellectual property rights.

… By Alex MontAgu, lipper, inc. alex.montaGU@lipper.reUters.com BojAn SAvic, Doctor of lAw; fleuchAuS gAllo, AnD cArolyn … effective (the “epc 2000”), with important consequences for patent prosecution and with a major substantive revision … states, such amendments are extremely rare. in fact, this is the first amendment to the epc since the convention came …
Articles
10/08/2015

This article is a review of the public competition enforcement in Switzerland.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… Sixth Edition - Switzerland October 8, 2015 This article is a review of the public competition enforcement in … edition (published in April 2014 – editor Aidan Synnott). For further information please email nick.barette@lbresearch.com The Public Competition Enforcement Review Sixth Edition …
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ACC
06/18/2012

A growing number of companies recognize the need to operate their legal function on a global basis, consistent with changes in their overall businesses. Still, the global law department remains an evolving concept in even the most advanced companies. The following materials provide guidance on the issues facing emerging global law departments and also are intended to assist a multinational corporation navigate the process of establishing a more effective global legal group.

For more ACC InfoPAKs, please visit http://www.acc.com/infopaks   2   Global Law Department   Updated  June …  202.293.4107   www.acc.com     ‘Globalization’  –  it  is  a  term  we  hear  with  ever  increasing  frequency  and …   include  the  International  Bar  Association  website  (www.ibanet.org)  and  the  International  Trade   …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/16/2024
Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro summarizes her favorite books and podcasts she finds useful as a legal professional. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Docket Article Positively Legal: Best Books and Podcasts for Legal Operations Professionals Caterina Cavallaro … Docket … Banner artwork by Thomas Bethge / Shutterstock.com Legal operations, as a discipline and as a practice area, is growing worldwide. There is growing pressure on legal …
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Andrew Goodman, Michel Sahyoun and Philip Algieri
10/28/2013

This paper focuses on best practices and processes that allow a client and LPO provider to form a partnership that meets the client’s legal needs while effectively controlling associated costs.

… the use of domestic contract attorneys to review documents for relevance, privilege and other issues. As the size of … India has a world- class education system, where English is the primary language of instruction, a legal system based … Executive Director of Litigation Services andrew@quislex.com Michel Sahyoun Chief Technology Officer …
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Ashurst LLP
01/20/2014

2014 is shaping up to be a big year for industrial relations in Australia. Now is the time to start thinking strategically about the year ahead and planning so that you can achieve your desired industrial outcomes.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Articles Employment Alert - What are Your Top Priorities for 2014? (Australia) Author Ashurst LLP January 20, 2014 2014 is shaping up to be a big year for industrial relations in … Brisbane T: +61 7 3259 7285 E: vince.rogers@ashurst.com Adrian Morris Partner Sydney T: +61 2 9258 6025 E: …
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Andrew Goodman, Michel Sahyoun and Philip Algieri
10/30/2014

This paper focuses on best practices and processes that allow a client and LPO provider to form a partnership that meets the client’s legal needs while effectively controlling associated costs.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: India, United States
… the use of domestic contract attorneys to review documents for relevance, privilege and other issues. As the size of … India has a world- class education system, where English is the primary language of instruction, a legal system based … Executive Director of Litigation Services andrew@quislex.com Michel Sahyoun Chief Technology Officer …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Association of Corporate Counsel, compiled by Regina Freitas, Senior Manager & Assistant General Counsel
02/10/2023
8 pages

This sample template includes a policy setting up procedures for preservation and collection of records and data for litigation purposes. It also includes a sample template of a Record Preservation Notice Email.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… sample template includes a policy setting up procedures for preservation and collection of records and data forfor which any litigation (legal suit or proceeding) is initiated or “reasonably anticipated” (“Matter”). 2. … are emails (with or without attachments), voicemails, online calendars, telephone and other logs, instant …
Program Materials
10/20/2009

Okay – you're ready to get started in establishing value-driven practices in your department/law firm relationships. Need some ideas? We'll deliver a menu of 50+ practices that you can consider to get started. Of course, every department and firm is different and every client defines value through their own experience and perspective: that's why we've got a little bit of everything for you to consider (surely SOMETHING fits!) and a list of 5 "universal" favorite practices that every department and firm should consider to help make their relationships more valuable, sustainable, and profitable all around. Sharpen your pencils and prepare to innovate!

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… to get started. Of course, every department and firm is different and every client defines value through their own … that's why we've got a little bit of everything for you to consider (surely SOMETHING fits!) and a list of 5 … requests should be directed to legalresources@acc.com or +1 202.293.4103, ext. 342. The information in this ACC …
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Louis Faber - associate general IP counsel, Xerox Corporation
07/17/2009

Discover Lou Faber's unique way of maintaining a work/life balance through poetry.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… apparatus. In the process of overextend- ing themselves for the greater good of their professional careers and … Billy Collins perhaps being one — the term ‘starving poet’ is a redundancy. No poet writes to make money,” he says, … organizations. He can be contacted at lou.faber@xerox.com Lou Faber’s Poetic Twist on In-house Practice 109ACC …
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J. Eric Schaal
09/01/1999

Consider taking another state bar exam...or getting involved to make sure you never have to again.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… DID THE AUTHOR TAKE TIlE ILLINOIS BAR EXAMNATION Insanity is complete defense to the tort of intentional … Bar Examination MBE have recently completed sitting for the Illinois Bar examination Since it is an experience … on admission to practice is available online www.acca.com/gcadvocate/admtoprac.html If youd like to get involved in
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Elizabeth (Betsy) Rader, Robert Wolff and Lisa A. Orlando
04/01/2012

Depending on state law, making an employment decision based on off-duty conduct may be viewed as employment discrimination. Before throwing out the ashtrays, learn which legal issues must be addressed when implementing a “no smoking” ban on new hires.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… a trial membership . … ACC Docket 81 April 2012 Smoking is the largest cause of preventable illness and death in the … recently observed that “cigarettes are responsible for approximately … 1 in every 5 deaths — every year in the … College of law. He can be contacted at rwolff@littler.com. lisA A. orlANDo is an attorney at littler Mendelson. Her …
Advocacy Filings
03/27/2007

FRE 502 Testimony of the Association of Corporate Counsel
Susan Hackett, General Counsel
January 29, 2007, New York City

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 16208_1.pdf (192.41 KB) Download Save to My Resources … For more information, please contact Susan Hackett: hackett@acc.com or 202.293-4103. RE: Association of Corporate Counsel … to present comments to you today. I know that your time is very valuable and that you’ve likely heard a lot of …
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