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Dóra Petrányi, Partner, Ágnes Sólyom, Senior Counsel, CMS (Budapest)
11/09/2022
3 pages

Learn about Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and related copyright issues.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Region: Global
… membership . … VPN and copyright? 8 September 2022 1. What is a VPN? A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a service that … of VPN use. Stay tuned! VPN Users Around the World (gwi.com), The State of VPN Usage - Statistics and Trends … issues. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  on 8 September 2022. … Dóra Petrányi, …
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Pervez Akhtar, Tarek El-Assra, William Coleman, Mohammad Tbaishat and Rachel Cotton, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP
11/05/2014
13 pages

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: United Arab Emirates
… Deringer LLP November 5, 2014 13 pages 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 …
Program Materials
Jennifer Billingsley
Elisa Garcia
Michael Goodman
Lani Quarmby
10/29/2013

The 2013 ACC Value Champions share how they achieve strong alignment between business clients, inside and outside counsel through leading management practices including pricing, collaboration and continuous improvement. This will be an interactive session, so bring your own questions and concerns.

… Meeting October 27-30, Los Angeles, CA This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2013 various authors … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 29 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 801: Drive Value … has led her legal team to use legal process outsourcing for both discovery and contract management. Her team has …
Articles
James A. Hatcher
03/01/2010

In-house counsel are under even more pressure to demonstrate not only their value, but the value of the outside firms they chose to work with. You must reduce costs, but not at the expense of securing high quality outside counsel. High quality does not mean big firms. This article explores using law firm networks.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… firms that offer us better value are out there — the trick is finding them and cultivat- ing great relationships with … such billing structures James a. HatcHer worked for cox com- munications, Inc., for 30 years before his retirement in … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Karin B. Sinniger
10/01/2006

Summarizes how to meet the deadline, study the response, get authorization to respond, and understand the ethical and regulatory rules regarding audit response letters.

… and Study the Response Securities laws—or, if your company is a privately held joint venture, the shareholders … threshold set forth in the audit inquiry letter for your company don’t need to be addressed in your response. … information on the auditor privilege online at www.acca. com/public/article/attyclient/debate. pdf and on …
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Janine Greenwood
01/01/2014

Janine Greenwood, chief legal officer, vice president and secretary of National Student Clearinghouse, describes her daily routine. She shares the success of her efforts to make uniform her organization’s compliance policies and procedures and how she makes use of ACC resources. <br />

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Source: ACC Docket
… to start the day. After having to dress like a real lawyer for several days of hearings and meetings in DC, it will be … with The Washington Post, goodbye to my husband (who is happily retired) and out the door. 7:45 am Begin the day … what other CLOs are talking about, please visit www.acc.com/clo. When you’re in the race, every advantage counts. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/11/2018
A globalized economy demands business leaders with an international mindset. At ACC’s Global General Counsel Summit, in-house leaders will have the opportunity to learn from their peers and make cross-border connections.
in times of change, meeting fellow CLOs, and more. For more information on the Summit, to be held in Amsterdam June 4 – 6, visit  acc.com/gcsummit2018 . The Summit ACC:  Why is important for you to be involved with and speak at ACC’s …
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Katharine C. Weber, Patricia Anderson Pryor (Jackson Lewis)
10/10/2023

This article discusses the five rules of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PFWA), which became effective on June 27, 2023.

… It’s less than 10 pages long, but don’t be fooled. There is a lot packed into the PWFA, both in what it says and, what it does not say. The Equal … provides that it will be an unlawful employment practice for employers to do five things: Fail to make a reasonable …
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Oliver Schulz, Sandra Pohlman and Rainer Friedrich, df-mp
11/04/2014
12 pages

In this Getting the Deal Through guide, learn about patent issues in Germany, including patent enforcement proceedings, scope and ownership of patents, defenses, remedies, licensing, and patent office proceedings.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany
… & 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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/25/2017

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

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Check The Drama At The Door: A Ten-Point Checklist For Avoiding And Resolving Workplace Conflict (Short 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 …
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James Shomper and Mark I. Williams
04/01/2013

No matter the size of your company or the particulars of your industry, a formal recoveries program can track how your legal department contributes to the company’s bottom line. There are benefits and downsides to affirmative recoveries programs. This article addresses those issues, as well as any other questions you might have about implementing such a program. You might be surprised by what you learn.

… decision-making. one benefit of the formal program is that it allows general counsel to prepare a periodic … improve the DuPont legal department’s contribution to the com- pany’s bottom line through affirma- tive recoveries. “I … ACC hAS MORE MATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. vISIT www.ACC.COM, WhERE yOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Dentons
07/15/2022
3 pages

Learn about Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs) and their introduction in Singapore's Legal Profession (Amendment) Bill.

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Region: Singapore, Global
… … Introduction 1. “So how much will this cost?” This is a question that most (if not all) lawyers face. We reckon … such as: If a lawyer is successful in winning the case for the client, the lawyer can receive his fees plus an … This resource was originally published May 19, 2022 on the website of Dentons . … Dentons … Learn about Conditional Fee …
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Dentons
04/17/2023
2 pages

Learn about the Mauritian Data Protection Act 2017 provisions on data transfer and portability as compared with GDPR.

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Region: Mauritius, Africa
… 2017), which came into force on 15 January 2018, Mauritius is among the first African countries to have data protection … 3363 M +230 525 46704 priscilla.balgobinbhoyrul@dentons.com Jeeshna Radhakissoon Attorney-at-Law, Port Louis D +230 … with GDPR. This resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in October 2022.  … Dentons … Learn about …
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Dentons
04/18/2023
2 pages

Learn about the how environmental, social, and governance considerations affect four stages of M&A transactions.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Global
… are relevant from the early stages when a transaction is merely being contemplated and remain relevant through the … Partner, London D +44 20 7246 4866 helen.bowdren@dentons.com Matthew H. Clark Shareholder, Pittsburgh D +1 412 297 … This resource was originally published ion the website of Dentons in November 2022.  … Dentons … Learn about …
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CMS
11/09/2022
2 pages

Learn tips and pitfalls regarding advertising in connection with the 2022 Football World Cup in Qatar.

… an advertising red card: Middle Eastern considerations for your Qatar '22 campaign (CMS) Author CMS November 9, 2022 2 pages Learn tips and pitfalls regarding advertising in connection with the 2022 Football World Cup in Qatar. … in Qatar. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS  in 2022. … CMS … Learn tips and pitfalls …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert III, Esq.
07/15/2013

The job market is usually talked about as though it’s a single, uniform entity. What’s often overlooked is the fact that there are really two markets: one in which the general hiring outlook remains relatively weak, and another in which demand for educated, highly skilled professionals is strong.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Are You Prepared for the Specialist Economy? Author Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. July 15, 2013 The job market is usually talked about as though it’s a single, uniform … Counsel, ©2013, Washington, DC, 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
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 …
Articles
Simon Fish
11/01/2018
1 pages

In his first message as ACC board chair, Simon Fish tells ACC members how the organization is becoming more global and earth-conscious.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Global
… chair, Simon Fish tells ACC members how the organization is becoming more global and earth-conscious. Resource Details … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Simon Fish EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL COUNSEL, … “Connect, Learn, Excel.” Thank you to the ACC staff for the wonderful job organizing the event and to our members …
Whitnie Wiley
09/01/2019
2 pages

What can you, as a leader in your organization, do to change the perception amongst your more tech phobic lawyers?

… However, if you are a bit older, maybe your first thought is fear. Certainly, when I think of tech leaders, I think of … leaders of our times, nor most of the companies they work for. In reality, however, that is far from the truth. … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Whitnie Wiley FOUNDER AND OWNER OF SHIFTING INTO ACTION, …
Articles
Julie Richer
01/01/2020
2 pages

In ACC Docket's inaugural Legal Ops Brief, Columnist Julie Richer explains the buzz behind legal operations and how it can help your department.

… Articles Legal Ops Brief: What is Legal Operations? Author Julie Richer January 1, 2020 2 … surveys a year related to legal ops, and more and more com- panies are hiring legal operations leads. So, what … Each law department is different, and what works for one company may not work for another. So, it is important …
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Charles A. Volkert, Esq.
08/31/2011
2 pages

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

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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 …
Articles
WeComply Inc.
09/12/2013
46 pages

As a manager, you’re expected to deal with a difficult employee proactively and effectively. If you’re unable to manage a difficult employee adequately, you may be viewed as part of the problem or an ineffective manager – labels that can be hard to escape and can have lasting impact on your career. Prepared by WeComply Inc, this ACC guide (InfoPAK) examines in part, strategies and suggestions for dealing with difficult employees.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… (InfoPAK) examines in part, strategies and suggestions for dealing with difficult employees. Resource Details … 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … ACC or any of its lawyers unless so stated. This InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on managing …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/24/2021
Legal departments are increasingly focused on DEI, but lawyers can forget about their personal networks. Here are suggestions to evaluate your network and expand its reach and composition.
… your network beyond the initial introduction. There is a great deal of discussion within in-house legal departments about supporting diversity, … Increasingly, legal teams are being held accountable for DEI metrics, including measures of the proportion of …
Articles
Bill Mordan
06/01/2018

Despite populist rhetoric and international trade wars, the social-capitalism of the day is the dominant species in our modern global economic environment. And those who adapt will survive.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, European Union, France, United States
… international trade wars, the social-capitalism of the day is the dominant species in our modern global economic … and immediate. In-house lawyers — many of whom work for multinational companies and organizations — cannot live … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Bill Mordan GENERAL COUNSEL AND COMPANY SECERETARY, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/21/2018
Did you know that in Canada, an application for your trademark can be blocked by a form of trademark that automatically covers all classes, never expires, and cannot be cancelled based on non-use?
… Witzburg Publication Date: 05/21/2018 Did you know that in Canada, an application for your trademark can be blocked by a form of trademark that … which are more advantageous than regular trademarks. What is an official mark and who can own one? Official marks are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2021
Achieving flow, a state of focus on a particular activity, can help in-house counsel achieve their goals.
… flow, a state of focus on a particular activity, can help in-house counsel achieve their goals. Resource Details … activity that nothing else seems to matter; the experience is so enjoyable that people will continue to do it even at great cost, for the sheer sake of doing it. What are the characteristics …
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Bill Mordan
07/01/2016

ACC's Career Path columnist Bill Mordan reviews the tortuous 360-review in the July/August 2016 issue.

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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 consciousness, piety, and grace. Today, a 360-review is the corporate version of self-flagellation. If you are one … in which they rate your strengths, weak- nesses, and areas for improvement. Free-form comments are encouraged. In other …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2017
It’s no secret that corporate crises are fast becoming “the new normal” for companies around the globe. With a seat at the executive table, in-house counsel can capitalize on this platform to become ethical gatekeepers for the company and minimize the liability of an unexpected crisis.
… that corporate crises are fast becoming “the new normal” for companies around the globe. With a seat at the executive table, in-house counsel can capitalize on this platform to become … basis that require them to assess whether further inquiry is necessary. In addition to relying on individual judgment, …
Articles
Charles A. Volkert, Executive Director, Robert Half Legal
04/15/2014
2 pages

This article contains five tips for freshening up your legal resume right now.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles 5 Tips for Refreshing Your Legal Resume Author Charles A. Volkert, … RESUME By Charles A. Volkert III, Esq. Charles A. Volkert is executive director of Robert Half Legal, a leading … Counsel, ©2014, Washington, D.C., 202-293-4103, www.acc.com Robert Half Legal, 2884 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA …
Articles
Exterro, Inc.
06/22/2022
10 pages

This whitepaper developed by Exterro focuses on the responsibilities and requirements of basic principles of data privacy and how they can differ significantly across various jurisdictions as more and more states pass laws, and more and more regulations go into effect.

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… consent to the collection of their data, to what it is used for, and how widely it is shared. Real-World Example In the … by design principles into how consumers interact with your website, app or products is fundamental to development. The …
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