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C. Kelley Evans -- associate counsel, Sutter Health; William B. Sailer -- vice president, legal counsel, QUALCOMM Incorporated; Candace Tidmore -- associate general counsel, Administaff, Inc.
10/01/2004

Guide to the legal consequences of maintaining temporary employees.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… MEETING THE NEW FACE OF IN-HOUSE COUNSEL This material is protected by copyright. Copyright © 2004 various authors … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com 906:Managing a Contingent Workforce C. Kelley Evans … 30 acute care hospitals. Mr. Evans' primary focus for Sutter Health involves HIPAA and patient confidentiality, …
Program Materials
10/01/2004

This profile and its attendant resources are written to help in-house counsel assess their emerging role in preventing corporate failures, the risks they face (personally and professionally) in representing the company/organization in that capacity, and protections available to in-house counsel in the in- house employment setting.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Closing Program: When "Jeopardy" Is No Longer a Game Show: Safeguarding Against Personal, … Merklinger at ACC: 202/293-4103, ext. 326; merklinger@acca.com Closing Program: When “Jeopardy” Is No Longer a Game … What Companies are Doing.” Both are available on the ACC website (linked to the Advocacy Homepage at …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/30/2014

This is a list of resources to help start a pro bono program.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to Start - Supplemental Materials October 30, 2014 This is a list of resources to help start a pro bono program. … leadership as General Counsel. http://www.insidecounsel.com/2012/11/28/clorox-will-expand-pro-bono- program  Inside … contact Corporate Pro Bono at (202) 729-6699 or visit our website at www.cpbo.org. Developed by Corporate Pro Bono A …
Articles
XL Catlin
10/18/2016
4 pages

This article provides a quick description and practical tips regarding 10 key contract clauses in professional services agreements.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… as anything else. And a key ingredient in managing risk is having the right professional services contract in place. … as a quick guide, is in no way intended as a substitute for the full XL Catlin Contract eGuide for Design … prevention and risk management information visit xlgroup.com/dp/resources Learn more. Free PDHs available at …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/08/2017

This is a sample sales agreement for a hotel guest room block.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Guest Room Block Hotel Agreement February 8, 2017 This is a sample sales agreement for a hotel guest room block. Resource Details Interest Area: … 02116 TEL 617 267 5300 FAX 617 437 0794 boston@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com … This is a sample sales agreement for a …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/06/2017

This is a sample sales agreement where the Hotel agrees to hold the space listed in this agreement on a tentative basis.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Hotel Guest Room Block Agreement February 6, 2017 This is a sample sales agreement where the Hotel agrees to hold the space listed in this agreement on a tentative basis. Resource Details … an electronic reservations interface that is customized for your event. Reservations may be made, modified or …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/18/2017

This is a sample hotel group sales agreement where the Hotel agrees to hold the space listed in the agreement on a tentative basis until a specified date.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Hotel Group Sales Agreement Sample January 18, 2017 This is a sample hotel group sales agreement where the Hotel agrees to hold the space listed in the agreement on a tentative basis until a specified date. … an electronic reservations interface that is customized for your event. Reservations may be made, modified or …
Articles
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Sterling Miller
10/10/2023
7 pages

Contract playbooks help the legal department, executive team, and sales understand which contracts are acceptable and which contracts the company will walk away from. This article walks through the process of creating a contract playbook.

… are the grease on the skids of most businesses, i.e., it is how they make money. Consequently, unless you work in a … avoidance”). Most legal departments use contract templates for their important contracts, as it speeds up the process. … playbook. The best idea is to store the master playbook online so that employees can access it easily and you can …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/18/2016

This is a sample contractor agreement where company is a non-profit organization.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contractor Agreement October 18, 2016 This is a sample contractor agreement where company is a … . … MODEL ASSOCIATION - INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT (For use when Consultant is an individual) This Consulting … Telephone Consumer Protection Act, and the California Online Privacy Protection Act, and all rules and regulations …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/17/2016

This is a sample intel enhanced data security assessment form.

… Data Security Assessment Form October 17, 2016 This is a sample intel enhanced data security assessment form. … function: What function(s) does your organization perform for Intel: What is your organizations maturity level in … the Intel Online Privacy Notice Summary (http://www.intel.com/privacy). It is available in many languages. The Notice …
Articles
Nancy Pei, Principal, Alice Tseng, Principal, Toronto Office and Daphne Lainson, Principal, Ottawa Office, Smart & Biggar LLP
09/19/2023

Canada is an attractive market for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Most Canadian consumers have some form of drug coverage through government programs and/or private insurance. Below are ten patent and regulatory topics that in-house counsel need to know before bringing an innovative product to Canada.

Editor's note: This article was updated to reflect recent developments; the original version of this article was published on December 16, 2020.

Resource Details
Region: Canada
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Office, Smart & Biggar LLP September 19, 2023 Canada is an attractive market for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Most Canadian consumers … insurance. Below are ten patent and regulatory topics that in-house counsel need to know before bringing an innovative …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/29/2021
As more companies move to the cloud — or between cloud service providers — in-house counsel need to know the basics of the business and contract terms.
… move to the cloud — or between cloud service providers — in-house counsel need to know the basics of the business and … stay up-to-date on cloud developments. Cloud computing is one of the most significant IT developments in the last … on investments; it does not make much economic sense for every business to invest in underused IT resources. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2021
Strike the right balance with language that is legally effective and easily understood.
… 11/01/2021 Strike the right balance with language that is legally effective and easily understood. Resource Details … greater trust and importantly, greater understanding in an increasingly complex world where corporate speak and … institutions. Ultimately, we deliver a new level of value for people dealing with a world that’s becoming faster and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/16/2021
Being smart isn’t everything, according to ACC CEO Veta T. Richardson. See what skill she values the most.
… See what skill she values the most. Resource Details … In the final article of the three-part exclusive interview … added author to your impressive portfolio. What’s next for you, and can you share a little of how you’ve come to, or … think it’ll maybe inspire someone to figure out what is next for them.    Veta T. Richardson:  I know that my path …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/14/2022
Working from home is great, but the pitfall is you’ll lose out on building relationships, especially with your manager. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… Bellerjeau Publication Date: 02/14/2022 Working from home is great, but the pitfall is you’ll lose out on building … and Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … Search for " Work from home is here to stay " and you will find a … as we were before if not more so.   If you are interested in advancing your career, however, I say there has never been …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2017
A day in the life of Debbie Hoffman, Chief legal officer at Digital Risk, LLC.
… Docket Article Day in the Life: Debbie Hoffman Association of Corporate Counsel … from India and peruse the  Wall Street Journal. 7:00 am Go for a  morning run with my husband  — a three-mile loop … while I comb through my “to- do” list to determine what is still outstanding. 8:00 pm Drive home and call my mom and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2018
A day in the life of Yen Lee Sim, senior legal counsel at Schneider Electric.
… Docket Article Day in the Life: Yen Lee Sim Association of Corporate Counsel … Malaysia 6:30 am Wake up  to prepare coffee and a sandwich for my husband. 7:00 am Do my routine facial, dress, and … I provide my feedback,  I munch on my cream puff,  which is today's breakfast. Print out the documents that require …
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: 10/25/2016
Our fictitious legal team look for ways to stay competitive in the face of significant requirements related to conflict minerals, with no authority to add headcount.
… Date: 10/25/2016 Our fictitious legal team look for ways to stay competitive in the face of significant requirements related to conflict … and their downstream suppliers. So what to do? What is the issue around conflict minerals? Certain countries …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/26/2019
A day in the life of Fermeen Fazal, Vice President, Chief Counsel, and Director of Compliance at UniversalPegasus International in Houston, Texas.
… what other CLOs are talking about, please visit  www.acc.com/clo .  5:45 am Wake up to my iPhone alarm playing … Life.”  Brush teeth, put in my contacts, and then snuggle for a moment with my third grade daughter as she wakes up. … Skimm and Lexology emails  waiting for me. Saudi Arabia is cracking down on corruption and the Aramco public offering …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/20/2018
To get more insight on lawyers who transitioned into sports operations with major league teams, I spoke to Julien Brisebois, assistant general manager of the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Kevin Gilmore, former EVP of the Montreal Canadiens. Both began their careers as lawyers and transitioned into an operational role.
… From the Conference Room to the Locker Room: Lawyers in Sports Operations David Felicissimo Publication Date: … football, are all from legal backgrounds. However, this is also evident on a more micro level with lawyers occupying … one has a lawyer. As a lawyer, I knew what to look for in documents and contracts.” However, according to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/29/2015
This article includes a list of import and export topics to include your pre-acquisition checklist. This list is not exhaustive but can serve as a guideline. A more comprehensive list should be developed for an audit.
… Docket Article Make Sure Your M&A Due Diligence Checklist is Complete Association of Corporate Counsel Publication … a guideline. A more comprehensive list should be developed for an audit. Resource Details Interest Area: Compliance and … presents the following scenario:  Your company is in the midst of an acquisition. During negotiations, a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/05/2016
While many lawyers may be interested in joining a board of directors of a for-profit public or private company, reaching this goal can entail a degree of complexity that even the Byzantine Emperors would have envied. Consequently many lawyers are puzzled by the process and give up well before they even begin. Likewise, companies and many current board members do not often project a lot of enthusiasm when it comes to adding lawyers to the board.
… Docket Article The Byzantine Complexities: Strategies for Lawyers to Join a Board of Directors Olga V. Mack Carly … Date: 02/05/2016 While many lawyers may be interested in joining a board of directors of a for-profit public or … SV150, 87 percent of directors are men and the average age is 59 years old. 38 percent of SV150 directors have an MBA, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/19/2022
ACC Docket Career Path columnist James Bellerjeau offers helpful skills and behaviors that can take you far in the Master Skills to be Effective In-house Counsel series. #ACCDocket #MindfulMonday #MondayMotivation
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by pichit / Shutterstock.com If you want to become a good in-house lawyer you face a number of problems. Let me depress you for a few minutes by describing what some of those problems … school method of how to teach someone to become a lawyer is largely unchanged for the last 150 years. I hope we'd all …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/25/2024
As ChatGPT celebrates its second birthday this month, it’s remarkable to reflect on how this technology has transformed the legal landscape. Asset Marketing Services General Counsel, Chief of Staff, and Corporate Secretary Spiwe L. Jefferson takes a look at where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re going with GenAI in legal practice.
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Primakov / Shutterstock.com As ChatGPT celebrates its second birthday this month, … own developers. As Nick Turley, OpenAI’s head of product for ChatGPT, recently revealed, the team had “ very tempered … on GenAI in corporate legal work found that GenAI adoption is rapidly accelerating among in-house legal professionals. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/09/2024
GSK Senior Vice President Brennan Torregrossa recommends leaning into your reputation as an objective counselor to give genuine advice — and knowing when to “smash the vase.”
… Banner artwork by Nok Lek Travel Lifestyle / Shutterstock.com Party A and Party B were in intense negotiations. There … You are genuine and trusted.  Being credible and genuine is key to ensuring your legal advice is accepted. Jirapong … solution is the right one even when others are advocating for the opposite point of view. It is based on your …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/26/2023
What should in-house counsel keep in mind on developing and protecting IP rights in India? #ACCDocket #inhouse #IndianLaw
… Docket Article Tips For Developing and Protecting IP Rights in India Nirupam … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by chaylek / Shutterstock.com Highlights Identify intellectual property assets at early … Introduction The growing start-up ecosystem in India is, in great part, reliant on the creation of newer …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/05/2023
How does your company manage ESG-related issues? Learn the importance of board and management roles in handling ESG matters amidst increasing regulatory oversight. #Greenwashing #ESGDisclosures #SustainableBusiness #ClimateRisk #ACC #ACCDocket
… Docket Article 6 Steps for Effective ESG Oversight Stefanie Holland Sehrish Siddiqui … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by chayanuphol / Shutterstock.com Environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters have … Effective board and management oversight of ESG matters is crucial. Below are some practical tips to consider …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/30/2024
CLOs ranked operational efficiency as their top strategic initiative, according to one of the largest CLO-focused surveys. #ACC #ACCDocket #CLOSurvey
… legal diligence. Artwork by Yellow_man / Shutterstock.com This pressure may help explain why 40 percent of CLOs … as their law department’s top strategic initiative for the coming year. To improve efficiency, 45 percent of … facing major rate hikes from outside counsel. This tension is unlikely to be sustainable in the long term. Improving …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/08/2020
Each of our stakeholders is essential. We commit to deliver value to all of them, for the future success of our companies, our communities, and our country.
… Docket Article Employees Are the “Secret Sauce” for Sustained Value Creation Jim Nortz Publication Date: 12/08/2020 Each of our stakeholders is essential. We commit to deliver value to all of them, for … I walked across a parking lot to a Wegmans grocery store in Rochester, NY. I had arranged a meeting with one of the …
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