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Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/12/2023
From courtroom to code – discover key tactics lawyers can use to drive responsible AI management. Olga Mack, our Legal Tech columnist, breaks down the crucial tactics lawyers need to know. #AIandLaw #TechEthics #TechGovernance #ACC #ACCDocket
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Moor Studio / Shutterstock.com Team exercises aren’t just for athletes, military pilots, and business groups. They can … Another reason the AI supervisory role fits GCs so well is that lawyers often recognize the value of well-defined …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2020
My last message focused on the challenges and opportunities involved in incorporating legal operations into the legal function. An aspect of bringing legal operations into your organization often includes introducing new technologies, which can present its own set of challenges.
… Docket Article My Take: Better Legal Tech for Your Team Anneliese Reinhold Publication Date: 12/21/2020 … temporary trend. Whether a trend or hype, legal technology is something many lawyers and organizations in general have … any new tech into the business. A recent ACCDocket.com article, “Legal Tech Roadmap: Where to Start Your …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/22/2020
For decades now, compliance and ethics professionals, and many corporate executives, have sought to build “values-based” cultures rather than “rules-based” cultures. Such initiatives are grounded in the well-founded belief that, unlike rules that merely dictate what employees can and cannot do, values have the power to inspire, motivate, and engage people to do their best work in accordance with high ethical standards.
… 5 Core Moral Values Jim Nortz Publication Date: 12/22/2020 For decades now, compliance and ethics professionals, and … and make ethical choices even in circumstances where there is no rule. But what values are the most potent in achieving … and Honesty” published by Springer that was first posted online on May 29, 2019. The authors of this paper chronicle …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/08/2023
If you find yourself shouting at strangers, stop and ask yourself why. #ACCDocket #debate #CareerPath
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by cosmaa / shutterstock.com How do you handle a tricky situation in which you’re disagreeing with others? For many of us, disagreeing is difficult, awkward, and sometimes painful. Recently we …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/04/2022
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a critical part of any organization. The ACC/ACC Foundation DEI Maturity Model offers a way for legal departments to benchmark progress and serve as an example for the organization. #ACCDocket #ACCFoundation #DEI
… Docket Article ACC Foundation’s DEI Maturity Model is a Roadmap for Change Debra Z. Roth Publication Date: 03/04/2022 … ACC Foundation and Ethisphere Institute partnered on an online program "Measure for Change - A discussion on the ACC …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/24/2017
Meetings are almost unavoidable — whether for projects, committees, office initiatives, clubs, or otherwise. So in an effort to once again spread the good word of productivity and efficiency that I’ve preached before in this space, let’s start with the basics.
… Date: 02/24/2017 Meetings are almost unavoidable — whether for projects, committees, office initiatives, clubs, or … management, there are moments at the office where time is needlessly wasted — even with the best intentions. In an … the  first  question you ask yourself. I’ve seen a photo online of a participation ribbon emblazoned with the words “I …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/23/2019
In this article, we will discuss what I have identified as six trends in what legal departments are focusing on right now when looking to technology to streamline their legal operations and service delivery.
… Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … Technology for in-house teams is a big focus right now in corporate legal circles. In  our … external counsel. Many legal departments have turned to online portals to help them manage their relationships with …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/25/2020
Whether it’s your first time as general counsel or your fifth time, it can be hard to figure out where to focus your attention. No doubt you will be called into countless meetings about impending decisions, most of which are tactical in nature. Don’t get so overwhelmed by the day-to-day agenda created by others that you miss setting bigger picture priorities.
… Docket … Art by F. P. Ardizzone.  fpaoloardizzone@gmail.com Whether it’s your first time as general counsel or your … of the organization where you should prioritize looking for risks and opportunities for improvement.   A chain is as strong as its weakest link In today’s interdependent …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/19/2021
Niti Nadarajah found her social media voice and wants you to find yours too. She urges in-house counsel to share their thoughts to build their personal brand and create a more authentic culture for the post-pandemic world.
… their personal brand and create a more authentic culture for the post-pandemic world. Resource Details Interest Area: … day and that, in essence, every day that we live is a beautiful compilation of stories that others can relate … or law firm events. Over the past many months, I have made online connections that have led me to participate in social …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/19/2021
Albertsons Companies EVP, GC, and Corporate Secretary Juliette Pryor talks about how her intellectual curiosity has led her to work in different industries and even join the board of a publicly traded company to increase her business knowledge.
in the United States, headquartered in Boise, Idaho. She is used to conversations starting that way. Having led teams … allows her to leverage past board room experience for the benefit of her present company from the lens of a … offerings for its customers, such as the ability to shop online. Pryor focuses on hiring digital-native lawyers to …
Articles
Practical Law
02/06/2017
43 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A which gives a high level overview of the key practical issues including the level of activity and recent trends in the Australian market.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Request a trial membership . … By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association of Corporate Counsel 1025 … 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://us.practicallaw.com/7-500-9935. This Q&A is part of the global guide to private equity. For a full …
Articles
Shearman & Sterling LLP
10/19/2016
6 pages

This article discusses the MiFID II regime for access by financial institutions located outside the EU to EU customers and markets.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… Articles MiFID II: Access to EU Markets for Third Country Investment Firms Author Shearman & Sterling … known as “MiFID II.” After all the debate, the result is a patchwork attempt at harmonising certain aspects of … Reynolds London +44.20.7655.5528 barney.reynolds@shearman.com Thomas Donegan London +44.20.7655.5566 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/29/2017

This is a sample software license agreement.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Software License Agreement Template July 29, 2017 This is a sample software license agreement. Resource Details … as a “ Party ”, and collectively as the “ Parties ”. In consideration of the mutual promises herein contained, … “Documentation” means the user guides and specifications for the Product that are made available by Company in
Articles
Latham & Watkins LLP
01/11/2021
7 pages

The enforcement actions provide early clues on how the SEC’s “risk-based data analytics” may flag public companies for investigation.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… “risk-based data analytics” may flag public companies for investigation. Resource Details Interest Area: Corporate, … at issue in the settled orders suggest the SEC is using the EPS Initiative to develop cases under a theory … Initiative is in line with the Enforcement https://www.lw.com/practices/SecuritiesLitigationandProfessionalLiability …
Articles
John K. Villa
10/01/2011

With new and expanded protections now available for whistleblower employees, companies should be careful when dealing with an employee who has reported alleged wrongdoing by the company. Read this column to learn the recent developments in anti-retaliation provisions.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 1, 2011 With new and expanded protections now available for whistleblower employees, companies should be careful when … alleged breaches of the securities laws. And this is true even if the information provided by the whistleblower … by acc and west. he can be contacted at jvilla@wc.com. Job Desc.: US Corporate Docket: BLGCA0210 Client: BLG …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/14/2016

This is a sample non-compete agreement among an executive, a company, and a bank.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Executive Non-Competition Agreement March 14, 2016 This is a sample non-compete agreement among an executive, a … (the Corporation and the Bank are collectively designated in this Agreement as the Company ). 1. Purpose. Executive is … such records or documents. b. The Executive will not use for the Executive s benefit or for the benefit of any person …
Articles
Lawrence E. Buterman, Paul A. Davies, Kelly Fayne, Sarah E. Fortt, Joshua N. Holian, Betty M. Huber, Charlie Beller, Rebecca Frumento, Austin J. Pierce
05/19/2023
6 pages

A recent letter from 21 state Attorneys General to various asset managers demonstrates a focus on using antitrust and unfair competition laws to oppose ESG efforts. In this Client Alert, Latham & Watkins attorneys review the major enforcer and congressional statements over the past year that have raised antitrust and competition concerns with ESG initiatives; analyze how the AG Letter reflects a refinement of theories of harm under state and federal competition laws; and provide guidance to entities implementing ESG policies on how to minimize legal risks.

Resource Details
Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… action have been a background part of the ESG discussion for some time. A recent letter issued by 21 State AGs (the AG … policies on how to minimize legal risks. https://www.lw.com/en/practices/environmental-social-and-governance … Attorney General Jonathan Kanter confirmed that there is no exemption that would permit collusive activities within …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/17/2016

This is a sample non-compete agreement between a parent corporation and a convenantor.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Between a Company and a Convenantor March 17, 2016 This is a sample non-compete agreement between a parent … upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the [MERGER AGREEMENT] (the Sale Transaction ); WHEREAS, … and was valued as a component of the consideration for the Sale Transaction; WHEREAS, the parties agree that …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2019
In this article, we will first provide an overview of some key concepts that apply to vendor management before discussing the regulatory landscape and the lifecycle of vendor management. We will cover the entire lifecycle: before, during, and after, along with legal requirements and special circumstances.
… strategy ready to avoid renewals or penalties, and if data is involved, confirm that the vendor does not keep it. Nearly … or products to the company. In addition, it is common for one area of the business to service another. This creates … have an exit strategy. In this operating model of frequent buying and selling, enforcement activity, and corporate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2017
Strict adherence to high ethical standards is essential to work in the oil and gas industry. With the level of governmental scrutiny, the margin for error is thin.
… 02/01/2017 Strict adherence to high ethical standards is essential to work in the oil and gas industry. With the level of governmental scrutiny, the margin for error is thin. Resource Details Interest Area: Compliance … to the supply chain. Lastly, a company can publish on its website, social media, and in news articles that the company …
Program Materials
Keji Ayorinde, Nora Naylor, Leonard Sherer, Ruthie White
05/19/2015

Briefly cover the main employment issues and regulations you need to keep in mind; Discuss the basics of addressing employment issues such as ADA and accommodation, overtime pay, FLSA classification compliance and leave, and training staff on key employment issues; and Cover emerging issues such as social media, diversity programs, genetic information discrimination, class action waivers and more.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
…  -­‐  Houston,  Jackson  Lewis  P.C.   So,  What  Is  Going  On?  A  Lot!   Emerging  Trends:   •  NLRB  Back …     13   CPA  (cont.)     §  Examples  (from  the  NLRB  website)   •  Two  or  more  employees  discussing  pay  or …  company  that  provides  warehouse  workers  to   Amazon.com   –  The  workers  "retrieved  products  from  the …
Articles
Michael Finn, Marie Kidwell, Yves Heijmans, Emmanuael Plasschaert, Giuseppe De Palo, Luigi Cominelli, Ann Rose Stouthuysen, Mark Duesenberg, Jerry Temko, Kevin Perry, Eugenia Stefani and Dr. Roland Boemer
06/01/2006

This issue discusses alternative dispute resolution in Europe.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Belgium, Italy, United Kingdom
… UK Marie Kidwell, Hunton & Williams (Mkidwell@hunton.com) Almost without exception, companies will want the … unless a written and signed Settlement Agreement is concluded. Expert determination—can be binding depending … �006 Looking for your next in-house position? Visit the website exclusively for in-house jobs: ACC’s In-house Jobline …
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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, LLP
05/12/2014

This is a sample HIPAA policy and procedure document for organizations to give to employees.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, LLP May 12, 2014 This is a sample HIPAA policy and procedure document for organizations to give to employees. Resource Details … preceding calendar year in the manner specified on the HHS website. If a law enforcement official states to the Plan …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/28/2021
Stop making Lady Justice act like a snob. Follow these five steps to design more useful and understandable contracts.
… , Technology, Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … For lawyers, the field of law is first and foremost about serving others. But when lawyers … they are meant to serve. Too often, employees, customers, website visitors, and business partners can do little more …
Articles
Lex Mundi Tax Group
01/30/2017
464 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore key issues in tax formats regarding the types of taxes imposed, allowed deductions, tax rates and withholdings, residency rules, tax compliance and tax treaties across a range of jurisdictions.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United States, Venezuela
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Tax Desk Book A Global Practice Guide prepared by the Lex Mundi Tax Group Global Practice Guide This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Global Practice Guide Series which … Zimbabwe NIL 10 10 10 Source: The Inland Revenue Board’s website at http://www.hasil.org.my Contact Information: Chen …
Benchmarking and Research Data
10/12/2015

Based on responses from over 5,000 in-house counsel in 73 countries, ACC's 2015 Census Report offers legal departments, law firms, and other legal industry partners insight into one of the largest ever samplings of the in-house community.
Purchase an electronic copy of the full survey or download the free Executive Summary below.

… multi-jurisdictional work and more. By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel® 2015 ACC Global CensuS A PROFILE OF … All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.acc.com/surveys. May not be distributed without expressed … Corporate Counsel, All rights reserved. Th e full report is divided into four sections. Th e Executive Summary of Key …
Program Materials
04/28/2015

This article is a global perspective on preventing employee data theft and trade secret misappropriation.

… Trade Secret Misappropriation April 28, 2015 This article is a global perspective on preventing employee data theft and … too significant to ignore and, as such, a top priority for corporate counsel. In 2013, the U.S. Report of the Commission on the Theft of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/28/2015

This is a sample company guarantee agreement.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Company Guarantee Agreement December 28, 2015 This is a sample company guarantee agreement. Resource Details … of the Guarantee Trustee 6 Section 3.3 Not Responsible for Recitals or Issuance of Guarantee 7       ARTICLE IV THE … by [COMPANY], a bank holding company incorporated in the State of Virginia (the “Guarantor”), and [TRUSTEE], a …
Articles
Patricia Rodrigues, Raul César Ferreira (Herd) SA
11/04/2014

Patent enforcement proceedings in Angola.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Angola
… & 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 …
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