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Articles
Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.
06/19/2013

If you’re contemplating a career transition or in the midst of one, read this article and learn some valuable tips.

… Articles Landing on Your Feet: Tips for Making a Career Transition Author Charles A. Volkert III, … By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … Counsel, ©2013, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample internet usage policy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Sample Internet Usage Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample internet usage policy. Resource Details Interest … and productive Internet usage. Internet usage is intended for job-related activities only except that employees may use … and read any data composed, sent, or received through our online connections and stored in the Company’s computer …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert, III Esq.
06/15/2014
2 pages

There are many different types of mentoring relationships, but all provide benefits to both the advisor and the protégé. See if a mentor program is right for your organization.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… both the advisor and the protégé. See if a mentor program is right for your organization. Resource Details Interest Area: Skills … Counsel, ©2014, Washington, D.C., 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
10/29/2014

This is an outline for the session CLOLL2

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… on Other Corporate Boards - Outline October 29, 2014 This is an outline for the session CLOLL2 Resource Details Source: Resource … search the ACC online resource library at http://www.acc.com/legalresources/index.cfm 1. Leading Practices in Board …
Articles
10/06/2015

This is a short course on written advocacy in mediation.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
… Articles Written Advocacy in Mediation October 6, 2015 This is a short course on written advocacy in mediation. Resource … Purpose  Your Mediation Brief sets the terms of reference for the Mediation  It alerts the Mediator and the opposing … Street, Suite 1500 Toronto, ON M5C 2W7 www.torkinmanes.com Loretta Merritt 416-777-5404 lmerritt@torkinmanes.com … …
Checklists
Dr. Nanette Odell
09/20/2021
2 pages

This checklist helps businesses ensure that they're meeting (American Disabilities Act) ADA-related expectations for their venues.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Sports and Entertainment
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… (American Disabilities Act) ADA-related expectations for their venues. Resource Details Interest Area: Sports and … Quest Training & Consulting, LLC. 1 Nanette@ADALifeQuest.com A business or other private entity that serves the public … evidence of your efforts?  1. Do you Know your venue is accessible? Do you have a formal ADA Self-Evaluation?  2. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/22/2017

This policy sets out the acceptable and unacceptable uses of company credit cards.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… will issue company credit cards to certain employees for use in their jobs. This policy sets out the acceptable … such credit cards. 1. Use of company-issued credit cards is a privilege that the Company may withdraw at any time, … numbers may not be distributed and should not be saved in online accounts. 3. Any credit card [company name] issued to …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample internet usage policy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Sample Internet Usage Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample internet usage policy. Resource Details Interest … and productive Internet usage. Internet usage is intended for job-related activities only. All Internet data that is … and read any data composed, sent, or received through our online connections and stored in the Company communications …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert
10/30/2009

An extensive network of professional contacts is one of the greatest career assets a corporate attorney can have. Most lawyers work hard to establish contacts, particularly in the early stages of their careers, but over time, many misuse their networks or forget about them altogether. To prevent this from happening, in-house lawyers need to be sure to avoid the most common mistakes even seasoned attorneys can make when it comes to the care and feeding of their networks.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 30, 2009 An extensive network of professional contacts is one of the greatest career assets a corporate attorney can … assets a corporate attorney can have. Whether looking for job leads, advice, a mentoring relationship or a referral … Counsel, ©2009, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
11/15/2012
2 pages

The report, Technology’s Transformation of the Legal Field, is part of Robert Half Legal’s 12th annual Future Law Office project. Following are highlights from the research.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… report, Technology’s Transformation of the Legal Field, is part of Robert Half Legal’s 12th annual Future Law Office … in IT. Nearly six in 10 (59 percent) lawyers interviewed for the Future Law Office project said their law firms will … in the legal profession visit http://www.futurelawoffice.com. For the latest career and management trends in the legal …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
08/31/2011
2 pages

Important points to consider about your current position and how to keep your job safe.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Security By Charles A. Volkert, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … highlight your multitasking abilities as you look for your next position or seek to enhance your standing with … Counsel, ©2011, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Program Materials
Heather Buchta, Marty Mellican, John Pavolotsky
10/18/2016

Come to a discussion of best practices for managing commercial software licensing and acquisition of software as a service (SAAS) offerings for internal use and customer deployment. The session will address trends in software and SAAS contracting, cloud computing, and global contracts. A panel of experts will provide practical advice on key clauses and terms found in software licenses and SAAS contracts, including an analysis of the plain meaning and effect of common obligations and responsibilities found in these agreements.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… October 18, 2016 Come to a discussion of best practices for managing commercial software licensing and acquisition of … Managing the Process Understand the Business Case What is the software application What is the purpose Is it mission … Heather Buchta Quarles & Brady LLP heather.buchta@quarles.com Marty Mellican Flexera Software …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/10/2023
How do you develop an AI compliance program for long-term risk mitigation? Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack offers 4 helpful tips #AI #ChatGPT #Risk #ACC #ACCDocket
… 04/10/2023 How do you develop an AI compliance program for long-term risk mitigation? Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack … permissions Banner artwork by Camilo Concha / Shutterstock.com Your sales leaders may groan. Marketing will roll their … Below are four steps to get started. 1. Explain why proof is vital. The Federal Trade Commission has warned US …
Articles
Yves Heijmans, Wolter Kymmell, Ann Rose Stouthuysen, Mark Duesenberg, Jerrold H. Temko, Antonio Suarez-Martinez, Kevin Perry, Michael Finn, John Leadley, Catherine Lloyd, Alexander H.J. Neumann, Eugenia Stefani and Susanna Fasolis
03/01/2006

This issue discusses class actions in Belgium and Europe, private enforcement of competition law in the EU, and more.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Belgium, European Union, Germany, Italy, United States
… at hand, and set out to explain how and why the matter is of concern given their particular country and industry. … is absolutely in favour of the class action system.1 Its website has published a policy memorandum with demands for a … of the EC antitrust rules, Document SEC (2005) 1732, COM (2005) 672 final, 19 December 2005. 5 Freedman, M., Can …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2020
Those seeking to be compliant with the EU Whistleblowers Directive should also be aware of how it considers data privacy and interacts with existing privacy regulations.
… knowledge can report behaviors that are allegedly illegal, is a concept that is recognized globally, albeit with varying … in these respective whistleblowing laws drove the need for the unifying directive. The EU directive prohibits … a box to submit paper complaints or as sophisticated as an online mechanism run by third parties. The directive …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2012
In August 2006, Angela Hughes started Franklin Electric’s legal department as the company’s first and only in-house attorney. “When I first came on, my instinct was that we needed five lawyers and five support staff members,” she says. “But I learned that it’s important to take it slow — learn the company’s needs and the client’s expectations for the department.”
… — learn the company’s needs and the client’s expectations for the department.” Resource Details … Corporate Counsel, … career at a place that I love, so my proudest achievement is having an extraordinary balance of experiencing the best … during her next major system overhaul: implementing an online learning database with interactive training programs …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/02/2021
The keys to improved workflows will be formulating a strategy composed of clear communication, monitoring and adaption, and minimizing change resistance.
… implemented, continuing regular operations was a challenge for some companies and a monumental struggle for others. … and implementing new processes during the pandemic is a matter of perspective. Getting the C-suite on board with … plan. Trainings should be interactive with live online sessions, followed by short videos. These videos …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/21/2022
It’s tough enough to grow a legal department post acquisition, but try doing it while supporting the airport industry during a pandemic. Read more about the accomplishments of #ACCTop30s awardee C. Whitfield Caughman, DGC of Paradies Lagardere. #inhousecounsel #career #ACCDocket
… #ACCDocket Resource Details … Whitfield Caughman went in-house because she wanted not only to solve problems but to … eliminated wasteful storage space. “Things that are good for the environment are also good for business,” notes … president of legal and compliance, Whitfield’s next task is developing a compliance workstream. ACC has been a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/16/2016
In her latest Columnist Q&A piece, Alexander talks to Maryrose Delahunty about the evolution of in-house practice and tips for the aspiring general counsel of a small companies.
… Company Tiffani R. Alexander Publication Date: 11/16/2016 In her latest Columnist Q&A piece, Alexander talks to … about the evolution of in-house practice and tips for the aspiring general counsel of a small companies. … by the Rules of Professional Responsibility. The emphasis is now on the legal department heading up, or being …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2022
Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro provides several techniques that in-house counsel can use to cultivate creativity and positivity through communication while ensuring Al does not supersede human efforts. #ACCDocket #WellnessWednesday
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Anna_Summer / Shutterstock.com “Artificial Intelligence (AI) is coming for your job.” We often hear this. For many jobs, it will be …
Peer Practice Examples
04/01/2015
66 pages

Converging External Counsel Leading Practices in Selecting Implementing and Managing Value Driven Preferred Network

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Source: Resource Library
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … PA00150-0 1014 *Lexis Practice Advisor® Trial Offer is limited to individuals who are not current subscribers to …  For  more  information  about  ACC  please  visit  our  website  at  www.acc.com.    For more Leading Practices …
Peer Practice Examples
Lillian Moyano Yob, J.D.
03/12/2015

This Leading Practices Profile presents themes, trends and leading convergence practices of six legal departments and three law firms in selecting and managing preferred outside counsel networks as value partners.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … PA00150-0 1014 *Lexis Practice Advisor® Trial Offer is limited to individuals who are not current subscribers to …  For  more  information  about  ACC  please  visit  our  website  at  www.acc.com.    For more Leading Practices …
Articles
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 Canadian construction plans.

Resource Details
Region: Canada
… 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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/25/2022
You missed it or couldn’t attend all your preferred sessions — we’ve got you covered with key takeaways from the ACC Annual Meeting 2022, live, at last, and in Las Vegas. #ACCDocket #in-house counsel
… from the ACC Annual Meeting 2022, live, at last, and in Las Vegas. #ACCDocket #in-house counsel Resource Details … Identify the key regulatory compliance requirements for these activities in the relevant geographies.  Determine … health, and safety, quality). “Risk assessment process is an ongoing process.” Deborah Penza, Group Chief Compliance …
Benchmarking and Research Data
ACC
05/08/2013

This report presents results on a subset of respondents from the Association of Corporate Counsel’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO) 2013 Survey, published in January 2013. A total of 1,104 individuals from 36 countries participated in this survey to provide a global outlook of CLOs worldwide. This report provides results and analysis of respondents from Canada (n=50) as well as demographic information, such as staffing, budget changes, revenue and more, while also exploring intangibles such as CCLOs’ top legal and business concerns for the past 12 months and their anticipations for the future.

… intangibles such as CCLOs’ top legal and business concerns for the past 12 months and their anticipations for the … My Resources … PAGE 1 For more information visit: www.acc.com/CCLOsurvey ACC’s Chief Legal Officers (CLO) 2013 SURVEY – … PAGE 20 Overall Survey Results • Canada Question: What is your current title? Value Percent General Counsel 44% …
Articles
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, a Lex Mundi Member
05/07/2013

This Guide provides an overview of law important to companies doing business in Wisconsin, USA, including law related to corporate organization, taxation, investment, labor and employment, dispute resolution, etc.

… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Wisconsin Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP Guide to Doing Business Lex Mundi is the world’s leading network of independent law firms with … its initial adoption in 1961. The Department of Revenue’s website contains a significant amount of helpful material …
… her appointment, she served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit for 13 years, and was … Project of the American Civil Liberties Union. Olson is a partner at Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher and the former U.S. … contact Marthea Davis at +1 202.349.1519 or davis@acc.com or Jane Myers at +1 202.677.4767 or myers@acc.com .   # # …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/02/2019
By coming at the problem from different angles and with creative thought, we are conveying the significance of solving the problem. Because it is important, our minds will do what they do best and that is to help us, to protect us.
… the significance of solving the problem. Because it is important, our minds will do what they do best and that is … Skills and Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … In business and in life, we are often confronted with … potential answers that appear. Do not castigate yourself for not immediately arriving at the solution. As long as we …
Articles
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.

Resource Details
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: …
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.

Resource Details
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 …
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