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Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2018
Blockchain itself is separate from Bitcoin and can be implemented to support myriad other uses. Although cryptocurrency has garnered significant attention, this article focuses on considerations applicable to the use of blockchain in multinational business, apart from cryptocurrency.
… Docket Article Legal Considerations in the Use of Blockchain Technology and Smart Contracts for Multinational Business Wendy Callaghan Rajika Bhasin Publication Date: 06/01/2018 Blockchain itself is separate from Bitcoin and can be implemented to support …
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Richard T. White
06/01/2007

Discusses ACC members' global connections and the similarities and differences in addressing the needs of in-house counsel in a variety of jurisdictions.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… � June 2007 O ne of the greatest ACC member benefits is the ability to connect with in-house colleagues around the … vary dramatically, the day-to-day challenges are similar. For example, since the introduction of Sarbanes-Oxley and … Survey showed that 81 percent of respondents have com- pleted or nearly completed “developing a formal code of …
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Veta T. Richardson
01/01/2018

ACC President and CEO Veta T. Richardson talks about the importance of ACC's "seat at the table" initiative.

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Source: ACC Docket
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… goals of our organizations, and ourselves. One way ACC is assisting you in your quest to do both is through our … you’ve come to rely on from ACC and more (visit www.acc.com/mission for additional information), I’d like to discuss one of our …
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05/20/2008

June 2008: Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… June 2008 May 19, 2008 June 2008: Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better Resource Details Interest Area: Law … and the unique in-house counsel offerings at www.acc. com/alliance. Jordan Lawrence Jordan lawrence specializes in … around the world, the International Practice Almanacs is a new catalog of certi- fied digests that answer 12 …
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05/01/2010

Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Resources - May 2010 May 1, 2010 Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better Resource Details Source: ACC Docket … you need. Mindcrest Mindcrest, headquartered in Chicago, is an industry leader in outsourced legal services. the Mind- … and all of the other aCC al- liance partners at www.acc. com/alliance. Corporate Counsel University® Unlock your …
Simon Fish
10/01/2019
2 pages

In his final column as ACC board chair, Simon Fish reflects on how the association has grown and changed during his tenure.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: Australia, Belgium, Netherlands, United States
Audience: CLO / GC
… has been a year of dynamic change and tremendous growth for our associa- tion. We’ve opened an office in Brussels, … and promote an ethical culture in companies. Our work is evident in the wide array of educational programming, … collaboration, and I hope you are too. Learn more at ACC.com/governance — and view a video message from Prince …
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Claude Brunet and Madeleine Lamothe-Samson, Norton Rose Canada
01/01/2013
3 pages

This article reviews the Copyright Modernization Act and the notable changes that will result from its partial implementation. These changes include new moral rights for performers of live aural performance and the broadening of the fair dealing exception by including education, parody and satire in allowable purposes.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… implementation. These changes include new moral rights for performers of live aural performance and the broadening … into Force By Claude Brunet (claude.brunet@nortonrose.com) and Madeleine Lamothe-Samson … a later date, or at the time an Instrument of Ratification is depos- ited with WIPO by Canada. Amongst the changes …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
We will try to explain what trial consultants really do to prepare for a trial that may never happen, and how they can add value in an era when civil trials are vanishing.
… try to explain what trial consultants really do to prepare for a trial that may never happen, and how they can add value … ACC Docket … CHEAT SHEET Keeping focus. A focus group is a collection of six to 24 people who are selected by a … well worth the investment. They like to win and they are buying a competitive advantage. They, too, are experiencing …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2016
Multinational employers entering into and doing business in China must sharpen their employment-related business strategies to leverage opportunities and mitigate risk. We examine six common labor and employment traps and how to avoid them.
… Docket Article Avoiding Employment Traps in China Catherine LaChapelle Joseph Deng Jonathan Isaacs … nation’s economy with its 13th five-year plan. The goal is to achieve a more balanced economy, transitioning from … and other enforcement bodies. Thus, it is critical for multinational employers to monitor developments related …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2016
It’s no secret — businesses with highly engaged employees generally have elevated productivity and better financial results. But employee needs and expectations change with the times, and that has never been more apparent than in today’s workplace.
… Docket Article Millennial Engagement in the Workplace — Adjusting for a New Generation Colleen Cone Charla Bizios Steve … workforce. Attracting the top talent among this generation is going to be critical for businesses during the 21st …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/20/2023
Kutak Rock’s Information Security & Privacy Counsel Elise Dieterich explains how the ACC Steward Data Program protects sensitive corporate information. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel
… Program (DSP) offers a standardized SaaS-based framework for assessing law firms’ data security protocols and scoring … An optional ACC Accreditation of individual law firms is available. Please visit the  ACC Data Steward Program … Counsel run efficiently. Gorodenkoff / Shuttertstock.com You spoke at the 2022 ACC Annual Meeting about the firm’s …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/09/2020
In times of economic stress, corporations face heightened fraud risk, both within and outside their organization. To protect their bottom line, it is critical that organizations have in place a robust anti-fraud strategy, effective monitoring and controls, and a meaningful fraud response plan.
… their organization. To protect their bottom line, it is critical that organizations have in place a robust … frauds often come to light.   During the Great Recession, for example, the UK courts in 2008 tried individuals for … with customers and suppliers will have moved mainly online, presenting additional fraud risk factors around …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
Dubai is fast becoming a global epicenter for commerce and tourism. At the center of it all is Sahia Ahmad, general counsel of Dubai Tourism — a regulatory arm of Dubai’s government that works to encourage travel and international business.
… Docket Article Keeping the Pace: How Sahia Ahmad is Transforming Tourism in Dubai Matthew Sullivan Publication … Date: 05/01/2017 Dubai is fast becoming a global epicenter for commerce and tourism. At the center of it all is Sahia … the world. We promote Dubai through both traditional and online channels. We collaborate with the media and with …
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Annie Krikorian
07/01/2009

As in-house counsel, your specialty is navigating the legal intricacies that underlie your company’s operations. But the savvy attorney should have a working knowledge of the business side, as well. This article explains how understanding strategy, marketing, accounting, financials and management can make your insight even more invaluable.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Krikorian July 1, 2009 As in-house counsel, your specialty is navigating the legal intricacies that underlie your … and Market Conditions Strategy provides the framework for the company to realize a competitive advantage in its … analyzing the characteristics of the business itself. More com- monly known as a “SWOT” analysis, which is an acronym …
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ACC
01/14/2013

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Small Law Department eGroup and the WMACCA Chapter eGroup, addresses the issues of acquiring insurance for in-house counsel, specifically covering malpractice protection, insurance prices and policies and additional resources.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… eGroup, addresses the issues of acquiring insurance for in-house counsel, specifically covering malpractice … from their corporate client and/or its shareholders? Is it necessary or advisable to obtain Employed Lawyer … activities, and moonlighting. We found a better price by buying an add-on through our existing carrier rather than a …
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Weijian Teo, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu Singapore LLP
10/01/2021
3 pages

The following article outlines some key changes that may be of note when selecting arbitral rules and preparing for arbitrations under the 2021 Rules.

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Region: Singapore
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… - 12(9) (constitution of arbitral tribunal where there is a significant risk that the contractual mechanism for … Ohno & Tsunematsu Singapore LLP) weijian_teo@noandt.com Weijian Teo is a Singapore qualified attorney based in … required for each client matter. Email: info@noandt.com Website: www.noandt.com mailto:info@noandt.com
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Global Compliance
02/28/2013

Sample Workplace Alert Initial Report for unfair employment practices. Part of ACC's 2012 Compliance and Ethics Training Program.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… February 28, 2013 Sample Workplace Alert Initial Report for unfair employment practices. Part of ACC's 2012 … and Ethics Training Program May 1-2, New Orleans, LA Copyright © 2012 Association of Corporate Counsel 67 of 68 … Counsel 68 of 68 … Sample Workplace Alert Initial Report for unfair employment practices. Part of ACC's 2012 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/28/2013

This interim report from the unit compliance officer concerns a global compliance program. This resource was part of the ACC's 2012 Compliance and Ethics Training Program

… to you, and by whom 6. Results of preliminary inquiry (is allegation credible? full investigation should proceed?) … 1 Examples of such regulatory or enforcement authorities in the U.S. include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, … that could have serious reputational consequences for the company ! Alleged misconduct that appears to be …
Articles
10/20/2015
12 pages

This presentation speaks about how to find prior art in the United States.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… patent systems to find prior art and the state of the art for particular technologies Patents as a resource of … are a vast resource of technology. With online access, it is much easier to access the databases of the patent offices … to understand the art. Sources Google Patents - www.google.com/patents/ US Patent and Trademark Office - …
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Joseph Muraca, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons
12/16/2020
3 pages

This article has an update for the Shareholder Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Resolutions in Australia following their previous update in September 2020. Describing some of the recent changes and developments, their conclusion was that the increasing number of ESG resolutions demonstrates that activities are making full use of their ability to requisition shareholder resolutions.

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Interest Area: Environmental
Region: Australia, Australia / Pacific
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… December 16, 2020 3 pages This article has an update for the Shareholder Environmental, Social and Governance … amendments so far this year has been 5.05%. This is compared with the average of 15.50% shareholder support … December 2020 Shareholder ESG resolutions https://www.kwm.com/en https://www.kwm.com/en/au/knowledge/insights …
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Whitnie Wiley
09/01/2017

Instead of pitting the generations against each other, Columnist Whitnie Wiley suggests that millennials, Gen-Xers, and baby boomers should try to understand one another.

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Source: ACC Docket
… and friends, there has been a lot of fo- cus on what is wrong with millennials. I am less concerned; there is no … children now love luxury; they have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION …
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D. Casey Flaherty
05/01/2014

Most lawyers are seriously deficient at using the time-saving features built into the basic tools of the trade — standard software like Outlook, Word and Adobe. Could you pass a technology competency assessment? If not, don’t dismay, these skills aren’t innate; sometimes training is necessary.

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Source: ACC Docket
… dismay, these skills aren’t innate; sometimes training is necessary. Resource Details Interest Area: Technology, … a trial membership . … D. Casey Flaherty CORPORATE COUNSEL FOR KIA MOTORS AMERICA cflaherty@kiausa.com The Legal Tech Audit: Coming to the Internet Near You …
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Gregory Stern
11/01/2017

Gone are the days of the precedent libraries stored in bulky three ring binders. Here, Gregory Stern offers tech tips on consolidating and simplifying the drafting process.

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Source: ACC Docket
… more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Gregory Stern GLOBAL INTEGRATION COUNSEL, CHUBB GROUP OF … all of the drafting done by lawyers in their department is done efficiently, consistently, and accurately. This is … tips on how to get started building a precedent library for your department. In-house counsel should begin by …
Advocacy Filings
01/09/2007

Sample joint promotion agreement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… A (“Promotion”). 1. Promotion. Sponsor will be responsible for all aspects of administering the Promotion, including, … hosting, if applicable, such entry form and official rules online on the Sponsor web site (“Sponsor Site”) in compliance … Each party represents and warrants that (a) this Agreement is its valid and binding obligation enforceable in accordance …
Articles
07/03/2015

This top ten shows how companies that design, manufacture, distribute, or sell consumer products are increasingly vulnerable to consumer fraud class action litigation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… necessary to determine and track which particular language is being used in connection with any given product at any … and Social Media FDA and FTC assert jurisdiction over website content. Review website content for archived pages … Elizabeth M. Chiarello , Partner echiarello@sidley.com +1.312.853.0640 Alycia A. Degen , Partner …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
I am a big fan of technology as an enabler of individuals. But I am also an ardent supporter of privacy and personal freedom. These days, those two ideas often clash in ways that seem impossible to resolve. I am hoping that as a society we will be able to reconcile them, but it won’t be easy.
… I was willing and eager to take personal responsibility for understanding what I should and shouldn’t do on the … temptation to do just that. My distaste for being tracked is largely philosophical rather than out of personal concern … performance on the basis of social media and other online or on-device activities? After all, what could go …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/30/2022
Tacit organizational knowledge is extremely valuable yet often neglected. Tech Toolbox columnist Greg Stern discusses different ways in-house counsel can incorporate tacit knowledge into their personal management system. #ACCDocket #TechTuesday #inhousecounsel
… Date: 08/30/2022 Tacit organizational knowledge is extremely valuable yet often neglected. Tech Toolbox … eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … VectorMine / Shutterstock.com Personal knowledge management (KM) systems are a hot … use our contacts apps to capture phone numbers, physical, website, and email addresses, and even relationships and …
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Harish Suryavanshi
07/01/2015

The role of in-house counsel in India is evolving rapidly, and the influence of legal over other departments is also growing. Indian corporate counsel must prepare themselves for compliance in multiple jurisdictions and be aware of the legal and ethical environs of the countries in which they are doing business.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: India
… July 1, 2015 The role of in-house counsel in India is evolving rapidly, and the influence of legal over other … they look for stability and career progression within the com- pany every two to three years, and this brings the … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2015
Digitalization imposes, and almost automatically requires, the use of electronic signatures. An overview of the North American legal framework illustrates certain technicalities and misconceptions related to e-signatures.
… ACC Docket … Electronic signatures have been around for many years. In fact, one would be surprised to know that … consists of affixing a tag to a document (whose support is electronic, i.e. PDF) to express consent. More … Bank of Canada and cofounder of legal tech start-up Lexop.com. The opinions expressed in this article are solely those …
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Carolyn Herzog, EMEA Regional Counsel, Symantec Corporation, UK
10/01/2009

Top ten tips on how to thoroughly understand and be able to define in-house counsel's role and communicate a shared vision to demonstrate collaboration and unity between legal and business.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles Top Ten Tips for Speaking the Language of Your Business Partners Author … 1. Understand How Value is Defined. In order to define and defend the value of the … is never easy to make the time, staying connected through online tools, listserves, and local meetings offers valuable …
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