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Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2018
This article will provide a history and overview of CFIUS, as well as predictions about how the Committee may operate going forward. Based on recent CFIUS activity and the broad language of FIRRMA, it is highly likely that CFIUS’ role in reviewing foreign investment in the United States will increase. In particular, CFIUS will be getting involved in reviews of more types of transactions involving more types of industries, including industries such as health, finance, and retail, in which personal information or information transfer could occur as a result of the proposed transaction.
… recent CFIUS activity and the broad language of FIRRMA, it is highly likely that CFIUS’ role in reviewing foreign investment in the United States will … Security. The Committee was first created in 1975 and, for much of its first few decades, operated in fairly low-key …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/25/2016
In 2015, Emily Ward, vice president and deputy general counsel at PayPal, was busy. Her itinerary included helping lead aspects of PayPal's separation from eBay, aiding PayPal's transition as its own company, organizing ChIPs' global event in Washington DC, remaining active in her professional and personal communities, and even adopting a child.
… Mack Carly O'Halloran Alameda Publication Date: 04/25/2016 In 2015, Emily Ward, vice president and deputy general … the end of such a transformative year? Clue: She is not taking a yearlong sabbatical. Instead, she is thriving in her new landscape and actively preparing for her next challenge — board service. Remarkably, the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/27/2023
56 pages

This is a sample employee handbook.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Employee Handbook February 27, 2023 56 pages This is a sample employee handbook. Resource Details Interest … From Us � 6Equal Employment Opportunity Policy � 6Requests for Accommodation � 6Policy Against Unlawful Harassment and … policy governs employee use of social media, including any online tools used to share content and profiles, such as …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
Once the company is public, it steps into the limelight with the bright lights of consumers, regulators, and investors firmly set on its business and reputation. This article gives you a few tips to prepare for this new reality.
… Axel Viaene Publication Date: 03/01/2017 Once the company is public, it steps into the limelight with the bright lights … reputation. This article gives you a few tips to prepare for this new reality. Resource Details Interest Area: Skills … shareholder meeting. The company needs to upgrade its website and set up an investor relations department. The …
Program Materials
Larry Bliss, Wendy Hufford, Joe Vodvarka, Joseph West
10/01/2012

Corporate diversity advocates highlight the ways in which they have created, implemented and enforced diversity initiatives within their own ranks and with outside service providers.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Meeting September 30-October 3, Orlando, FL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2012 various authors … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com          Monday, October 1, 2012 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 103 – … palmer-edgecumbe Link to the IBM “Diversity 3.0” Website: http://www-03.ibm.com/employment/us/diverse/  …
Astrid Ablasser-Neuhuber and Florian Neumayr
06/21/2014

This resource is an overview on cartel regulations in Austria.

… and Florian Neumayr June 21, 2014 This resource is an overview on cartel regulations in Austria. Resource … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … tion, the FCA has published a leniency handbook on its website. 23 Elements of the leniency/immunity programme What …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/10/2017

This is a sample catering services agreement between a hotel and organization.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Catering Services Agreement February 10, 2017 This is a sample catering services agreement between a hotel and … are hereby incorporated into, this Agreement. II. CHARGES FOR CATERING SERVICES A. Per Person Charges. If the Catering … Event(s) is less than the Guaranteed Attendance (defined in Paragraph II. E. below), Customer shall pay the per person …
Program Materials
06/05/2017

Legal Technology Survey Summary Results Excel

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
… Brazil Colombia México No Response Venezuela AAACE / RIC China Dubai (inc.MEAP) India Japan Singapore Poland CEE …
Program Materials
Davit Akman
Andrea Horton
William Mordan
Khaled Rabbani
10/28/2013

When corruption or other potential wrongdoing comes to light, in-house counsel are typically called upon to manage and direct their company's response. In this session, contestants" selected from the audience will play a version of the game show “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” Contestants will be asked multiple-choice questions of increasing difficulty related to the principal stages and elements of a company's response to the discovery of potential wrongdoing. The audience will be encouraged to participate to assist contestants. A panel of experienced outside and in-house counsel will comment on and discuss each of the answers given by contestants and the audience, identifying best practices and pitfalls to avoid.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Materials When Compliance Programs Fail: Best Practices for Investigating Potential Wrongdoing and Managing the … Meeting October 27-30, Los Angeles, CA This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2013 various authors …  Legal  Resources  Department  at  legalresources@acc.com Monday, October 28 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 310: When Compliance …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Earp Cohn P.C., a Primerus member
02/16/2017
27 pages

This is a sample agreement of sale with attached lease to purchaser.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Contract for Sale of Real Estate Author Earp Cohn P.C., a Primerus member February 16, 2017 27 pages This is a sample agreement of sale with attached lease to … agreed that Seller is selling the Property and Buyer is buying the Property “As-Is, Where-Is and With All Faults,” …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/25/2017

This is a sample code of business conduct and ethics policy.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of Business Conduct and Ethics Sample May 25, 2017 This is a sample code of business conduct and ethics policy. … follow our code. Our code provides important guidelines for interacting with customers, industry partners, and our … on the company’s intranet site at http://i.acti v epowe r .com/hr/ P ages/default.as p x . You should refer all calls or …
Articles
06/01/2013

Respondents to several surveys, including the 2013 Chief Legal Officer Survey and the 2011 ACC/Corpedia Benchmarking Survey on Compliance Programs and Risk Assessments, report on pro bono programs and anonymous reporting systems.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… bank… According to the ACC 2011 Census Report, 32% of new in-house counsel make less than $125,000 per year in base … program, the top three responses were that the department is too small, legal staff is stretched too thin and lack of … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COm/SURvEyS SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY At McDermott Will & Emery, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/24/2022
Safeguard Medical CLO Matt Nolan and Contoural CEO Mark Diamond share tips for starting or modernizing your company’s records management program. #ACCDocket
… CLO Matt Nolan and Contoural CEO Mark Diamond share tips for starting or modernizing your company’s records management … possible with transparent collaboration.   This article is written with in-house counsel or other team members tasked … activities. Some vendors offer perpetually updated, online schedules promising compliance. This approach creates …

Everybody's Doing It: What to Consider in Using AI

Everybody's Doing It: What to Consider in Using AI a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

This panel discussion will examine the legal and general ethical considerations of utilizing AI technologies across the globe, from proposed regulations in the United States, Europe, and China to current regulatory guidance like that from the US Food and Drug Administration, Health Canada, and the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. Through scenarios, including healthcare and employment, the panel will explore issue spotting, best practices, and strategies on teaming with your business to leverage AI.

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… Events Everybody's Doing It: What to Consider in Using AI Available On-Demand - Publication Date: … technologies across the globe, from proposed regulations in the United States, Europe, and China to current regulatory guidance like that from the US …
Benchmarking and Research Data
11/28/2016

Published by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), a legal association connecting more than 40,000 in-house lawyers employed by more than 10,000 organizations across 85 countries, the ACC Law Department Management Report is a global study of corporate law departments and their operations. In an effort to re-connect the cost and value of legal services, ACC surveyed nearly 300 chief legal officers (CLOs), general counsel (GC), and legal operations professionals on specific aspects of law department budget, spend, and management practices. The report also includes insight from interviews with GC and CLOs of Global 1000 and Fortune 500 law departments.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
… 85 countries, the ACC Law Department Management Report is a global study of corporate law departments and their … MB) Download Save to My Resources … By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel® LEARN ABOUT the evolving role of the … All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.acc.com/surveys. ACC LAW DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT 2016 REPORT …
Articles
Jane Mallor McBride, Antonie (Toni) Wells Whittier
07/01/2007

There are positive rewards for teambuilding, but with hectic workdays, the concept is often only revisited during retreats or special events. This article discusses new ways of thinking about the concept and offers suggestions for bringing it into your office.

… Wells Whittier June 30, 2007 There are positive rewards for teambuilding, but with hectic workdays, the concept is often only revisited during retreats or special events. … acc-dFW. She can be reached at jane.mcbride@ optimuslegal.com. antonie (toni) WellS Whittier founded Whittier legal …
Articles
Chantal Bernier
01/01/2015

This article focuses on the main vulnerabilities and best practices in data protection - a view from the inside.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, United States
… an “alert”, so to speak, to the vulnerabilities to watch for in protection of personal information. It is also an observation on some best practices in that regard. … Certain Federal Entities, we found that none of them had com- pleted Threat and Risk Assessments (“TRAs”) before …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/25/2017

This sample is a ten-point checklist for avoiding and resolving workplace conflict.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Check The Drama At The Door: A Ten-Point Checklist For Avoiding And Resolving Workplace Conflict (Long Form) February 25, 2017 This sample is a ten-point checklist for avoiding and resolving workplace … 858-652-3117 | E-mail: patti.perez@ogletreedeakins.com © Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. … This …
Articles
James R. Buckley - associate general counsel, Lockheed Martin Corporation
01/03/2005

How many times have you reviewed outside counsel invoices in shock at just how much two firm lawyers can cost? Do you find yourself wondering, 'Why do things have to be this way, and can I do anything else to lower the bills?' In the first installment of this three-part series, the author examines what it is about law firm organization and culture that truly drives up costs, and lays the foundation for the tools to revamp your relationship with your outside counsel that are discussed in parts two and three.

… of this three-part series, the author examines what it is about law firm organization and culture that truly drives up costs, and lays the foundation for the tools to revamp your relationship with your outside … of w hat clients purchase from lawye rs is pedes trian, com modity-lik e, and chea p; but at the other end of the con …
Articles
Colleen Kotyk Vossler
07/01/2008

Being able to juggle the responsibilities of being a busy in-house counsel and an active family member can prove to be especially difficult for a women. In this interview, Colleen Kotyk Vossler, associate group counsel at BearingPoint, Inc., explains how she has been able to reach a harmonious life and work balance and how each individual must do so in their own personalized way.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… active family member can prove to be especially difficult for a women. In this interview, Colleen Kotyk Vossler, … 2008ACC Docket 94 Striking a balance between life and work is an issue for many profes- sionals, both male and female. … she can be contacted at colleen.vossler@bearingpoint.com. How Colleen Kotyk Vossler (Tries to) Get it All Done …
Benchmarking and Research Data
ContractPodAi
04/18/2024
24 pages

This research report discusses ways companies can optimize contract lifecycle management technology.

… contract management key process areas. Automation for CLM: The use of software to generate contracts and eliminate routine or tedious tasks. 01 02 03 04 4 What is the Purpose of the Survey? Poor contract management can … (GSR), a global research firm, administered the survey online. GSR recruited the respondents through an …
Program Materials
James Peck, William Potter, Frederick Stein
10/02/2012

This session is designed to benefit every corporate attorney from the entry level associate G.C. to the experienced G.C. as it argues for a radically different perspective of the Legal Department within the modern corporate structure.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Potter, Frederick Stein October 2, 2012 This session is designed to benefit every corporate attorney from the … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 2, 2012 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 806 – … Š Review the website, every word. Š Time for a road trip – …
Peer Practice Examples
10/10/2014
40 pages

ACC revisits the topic with an updated Leading Practices Profile that asks law departments — in industries ranging from technology to health and telecommunications — to explain how they’ve successfully allocated lawyer and non-lawyer resources to drive value. This Leading Practices Profile showcases the best operational, technology, metrics and process-improvement strategies for maximizing resources across the entire spectrum of legal operations.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… PA00150-0 1014 *Lexis Practice Advisor® Trial Offer is limited to individuals who are not current subscribers to … General Terms and Conditions located at www.lexisnexis.com/terms/general.aspx and the LexisNexis terms of use of … Profile. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com. !! Overview In 2004, ACC published …
Articles
Huron Consulting Group
09/30/2009

This InfoPAKSM provides a roadmap for developing a cost-savings strategy that delivers both immediate and sustainable results. It has three main sections: (1) Identification of Cost Savings Opportunities; (2) Implementing the Strategy; and (3) Sustaining Results.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … of its lawyers, unless so stated. Further, this InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject and … About the Author section of this document or visit their website at www.huronconsultinggroup.com.  ACC and Huron wish …

Navigating Global Data Sharing Regulations and Standards

Navigating Global Data Sharing Regulations and Standards a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

What does sharing data mean, and how do you share it in a compliant manner? The answer is complex as organizations are sharing data to cover a wide range of activities — and sharing with multiple different parties for various purposes. In this session, learn what you need to know about data sharing, international data transfers, and the latest data privacy developments in Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, China, and Australia.


This on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.



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… … What does sharing data mean, and how do you share it in a compliant manner? The answer is complex as organizations are sharing data to cover a wide … activities — and sharing with multiple different parties for various purposes. In this session, learn what you need to …
Articles
12/02/2015
2 pages

This article addresses the new Australian foreign investment rules which came into force on 1 December 2015 following the passage of the Government’s Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Legislation Amendment Bill 2015.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Australian Taxation Office (“ATO”) and increased penalties for non-compliance. APPLICATION FEES Applicants must pay the fee before their foreign investment application is processed. If an application falls into a number of … are prohibited from purchasing established dwellings in Australia. Temporary residents can apply to purchase one …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
03/15/2019
2 pages
Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… provided as part of this presentation are intended merely for informational purposes. No representation is made as to the enforceability of these forms in any … Telephone: 404-870- 1711 | E-mail: bonnie.puckett@ogletree.com; Jean Kim | Atlanta, GA | Telephone: 404-946-0861 | …
Articles
Tarek Nakkach, Region Legal Counsel, UKIMESA, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
08/02/2021

In our capacity as in-house counsel, and regardless of our industry sector, we will be dealing with Artificial Intelligence (AI). Find out some helpful tips on how to integrate AI into your practice.

Resource Details
Region: Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Takeaways: - New Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is being integrated into all industries. - In-house counsel need to be aware of the gaps in regulation and law for these emerging technologies. -In-house counsel need to be … bank’s intelligent automated assistant, or when we used a website and the AI bot replied to our complaints. Soon we may …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Shaka Johnson, Jonathan Jung, Simon Seidler
10/18/2016

This is a course outline for the session.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
… Jonathan Jung, Simon Seidler October 18, 2016 This is a course outline for the session. Resource Details Interest Area: Technology, … and theft ·         Russia – ·         India – ·         China – regulated industries, joint ventures, consumers, and …
Articles
Olga V. Mack
07/17/2024

O Advogado Digital: Navegando pela Integração de IA em Departamentos Jurídicos (Parte 2)

… um maestro de orquestra, dirigindo uma sinfonia brilhante com controle preciso sobre cada instrumento. Advogados que … comerciais é sua vantagem existente. Combine isso com o treinamento adequado, e você poderá promover comcom conceitos e terminologia de IA através de cursos online e presenciais que ensinam os fundamentos de IA e …
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