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Friedrich Jergitsch, Michael Raninger and Carmen Redmann, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP
11/05/2014

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: Austria
… Bruckhaus Deringer LLP November 5, 2014 What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … of decisions of the court are published on a special website (www.edikte.justiz.gv.at) for a limited period. The …
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Checklists
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Huron Consulting Group
09/30/2009
48 pages

This InfoPAK will discuss why a strategic plan is needed and how to develop one.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policies, and Contracts Strategic Planning: Why a Plan Is Needed and How to Develop One Author Huron Consulting … 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … more information on Huron Consulting Group, visit their website at www.huronconsultinggroup.com. Strategic Planning: …
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Maria E. Gonzalez Knavel, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
05/01/2013

A brief overview (Top Ten) of recent changes to the Physician Payment Sunshine Act Regulations, including a review of revised deadlines, new definitions, and other payment categories.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… procedures to comply with section 6002 of the Act which is referred to as the Physician Payment Sunshine Act … Act required such reporting to start on March 31, 2013, for the calendar year 2012 reporting period and for every … by the Sunshine Act will be published by CMS on a public website. For all following years the statutory collection and …
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Jonathan Marsden
07/05/2006

Of course you’ve written a resume before, but what about a resume for a general counsel job? For a multinational position? For expert tips on how to fine-tune your resume, read more here.

… you’ve written a resume before, but what about a resume for a general counsel job? For a multinational position? For … Request a trial membership . … I wouldn’t blame you for com- pletely dismissing this topic as the least exciting part … where you’ve worked and what you have done? All I can say, is after 11 years of reviewing thousands of resumes and …
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CEB
10/18/2016
13 pages

This brief article provides an overview of the cultural values that shape interpersonal communications.

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Source: Resource Library
… have changed since the time of publication. A FRAMEWORK FOR MEMBER CONVERSATIONS The mission of The Corporate Executive Board Company is to create revolutionary economic advantage for leaders of … , AND COMMU NICATIONS PRACTIC E www.cec.executiveboard.com © 2011 The Corporate Executive Board Company. All Rights …
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CEB Communications Leadership Council
10/22/2014

A detailed presentation containing graphs, charts, and checklists on developing a global business mindset.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Meetings
… have changed since the time of publication. A FRAMEWORK FOR MEMBER CONVERSATIONS The mission of The Corporate Executive Board Company is to create revolutionary economic advantage for leaders of … , AND COMMU NICATIONS PRACTIC E www.cec.executiveboard.com © 2011 The Corporate Executive Board Company. All Rights …
Articles
03/31/2001

Hand this article to your human resources department and to the nonlegal managers in your company to help them figure out the best way to handle performance appraisals for workers who can’t seem to cut it so that the managers can get what they want and still protect the company.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Evaluating the Poor Performer: Guidelines for the Nonlegal Manager March 31, 2001 Hand this article to … You detest this time of year, and your first thought is to call your financial planner and ask him whether you can … but also his attendance is off, and you recently received com­ plaints from three managers in supporting departments …
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Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
12 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investment in Japanese businesses and commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in February 2018.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Japan
… Articles Asia-A Legal Guide for Business Investment and Expansion: Japan Author Meritas … Investment and Expansion JAPAN Founded in 1990, Meritas is the premiere global alliance of independent law firms … related information. These translations are available online at http://www.japaneselawtranslation. go.jp/?re=02. …
Program Materials
06/05/2017

Managing legal cost has become a core expectation for Law Departments, rather than a defining indicator of value contribution. The next evolutionary phase is strategically supporting the business in the accomplishment of its goals and objectives.

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Source: Meetings
Audience: Legal Operations
… 5, 2017 Managing legal cost has become a core expectation for Law Departments, rather than a defining indicator of value contribution. The next evolutionary phase is strategically supporting the business in the … Consulting c: 443.994.3100 e: nancy.jessen@unitedlex.com Heather Jacobson Director Law Department Consulting c: …
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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Latham & Watkins
03/29/2022
8 pages

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) Chair Gary Gensler has signaled his desire to have the SEC propose rules in April 2022 to increase its scrutiny of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) and private companies that go public through de-SPAC transactions.

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Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… concerns about information asymmetries, the potential for misleading information and fraud, and conflicts of … practices, and “gatekeeper obligations.” https://www.lw.com/practices/WhiteCollarDefenseandInvestigations … be some time until the SEC’s proposed rules or guidance is issued, and even longer until any rules are officially …
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Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Dominican Republic
… 19, 2014 "the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals" Resource Details Interest Area: … Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal …
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Latham & Watkins LLP
02/02/2023
10 pages

Latham & Watkins provides an overview of how to best navigate the SEC's new "Clawback" rules. These include how to understand and apply the new rules, to new disclosure requirements and more.

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… are publicly listed in the US to adopt clawback policies for the mandatory recovery of erroneously awarded incentive … policies will apply to incentive compensation that is erroneously received by current or former executive … whom you normally consult: Holly M. Bauer holly.bauer@lw.com +1.858.523.5482 San Diego Michelle L.C. Carpenter …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2015
As businesses continue to expand their global footprint, being aware of and actively working through unique and challenging issues facing LGBTQ expats are becoming increasingly important. Understanding that expat transfers involve immigration, benefits, employment law, and business considerations will help build the team needed to effectuate the best global transfer result.
… Docket Article Avoiding Global Transfer Snares for LGBTQ Employees Kari Potts Amy Peck Publication Date: … Opportunity Commission (EEOC). All employees who work in the United States or its territories for covered employers are protected by EEO laws, unless the employer is not a US employer. You are in-house counsel for a …
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Jackson Lewis P.C.
01/31/2022
37 pages

In this resource, in-house counsel can learn more about legislation, litigation, regulations and trends in the United States employment landscape for 2022.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles 2022: The Year Ahead for Employers Author Jackson Lewis P.C. January 31, 2022 37 … FOR EMPLOYERS COVID-19 Key Points threshold issue of what is an undue hardship on the employer in a religious … Orlando • (407) 246-8440 • Tasos.Paindiris@jacksonlewis.com Melanie L. Paul Principal Atlanta • (404) 586-1869 • …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Association of Corporate Counsel
10/25/2011

The information contained in this Executive Summary and the Key Findings, along with the survey’s full report, provides useful data for corporate legal departments, law firms, and industry partners such as recruiters and litigation support providers. Issues covered in the survey included demographics, staffing, managing expenses, the changing role of the CLO, expectations for the coming year, and managing outside counsel.

… along with the survey’s full report, provides useful data for corporate legal departments, law firms, and industry … 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com Executive Summary ACC Chief Legal Officer 2011 Survey … the number of respondents from larger companies is larger than those reported in 2008 and 2007. This survey …
Program Materials
Eric Drattell
David Garrett
Mark Krause
10/29/2013

In-house counsel need look no further than the headlines for validation that it is not a matter of whether they will confront a cyber incident; instead, it is simply a matter of when. This program will explore the ways that digital risk affects all aspects of an in-house legal practice. From M&A to employment to litigation, managing cyber risks is no longer the exclusive domain of IT. This program will provide practical guidance on how all members of the in-house legal team can better prepare for and respond to cyber incidents to reduce their company’s financial, legal and reputational exposure.

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Source: Meetings
In-house counsel need look no further than the headlines for validation that it is not a matter of whether they will confront a cyber … to ACC’s Legal Resources Department at legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 29 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 507: Global Cyber …
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 …
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Yves Heijmans, Wolter Kymmell, Ann Rose Stouthuysen, Mark Duesenberg, Jerrold H. Temko, Antonio Suarez-Martinez, Kevin Perry, Michael Finn, John Leadley, Catherine Lloyd, Alexander H.J. Neumann, Eugenia Stefani and Susanna Fasolis
03/01/2006

This issue discusses class actions in Belgium and Europe, private enforcement of competition law in the EU, and more.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Belgium, European Union, Germany, Italy, United States
… at hand, and set out to explain how and why the matter is of concern given their particular country and industry. … is absolutely in favour of the class action system.1 Its website has published a policy memorandum with demands for a … of the EC antitrust rules, Document SEC (2005) 1732, COM (2005) 672 final, 19 December 2005. 5 Freedman, M., Can …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/28/2017

This is a sample company employee handbook.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Employee Handbook (United States) May 28, 2017 This is a sample company employee handbook. Resource Details … The US Division Human Resources Department is responsible for the administration of this policy. If you have any … expenses through the Concur Travel/Expense Portal website no later than the 5th day each of month. Reports …
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Hayden O. Creque and Irvin Schein
03/01/2010

In the current economy, new approaches are necessary when engaging and dealing with outside counsel. Foremost is the criticality of selecting outside counsel to ensure alignment with the needs of your business. By evaluation prospects' qualifications based on the category of the legal work to be performed, you can make the best choice for your company.

… when engaging and dealing with outside counsel. Foremost is the criticality of selecting outside counsel to ensure … out ACC’s Value Chal- lenge Index by visiting www.acc.com/valuechallenge/ valueindex/index.cfm.) Consider using a … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/07/2013

This case law is about five Native Americans who wanted the Redskins trademarks cancelled, consisting in whole or in part of the term REDSKINS for professional football-related services on the ground that the registrations were obtained contrary to Section 2(a), 15 U.S.C. § 1052(a), which prohibits registration of marks that may disparage persons or bring them into contempt or disrepute.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Tsotigh v. Pro-Football, Inc. March 7, 2013 This case law is about five Native Americans who wanted the Redskins … that contains the proceeding file, available on the USPTO website, www.USPTO.gov. The number represents the prosecution … homepage Copy Editor Home Page, https://www.copyeditor.com (accessed Sept. 2, 1997) 109, p. 173 N/A Note Gross Dep. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2016
This article is intended to provide some thoughts on how to prepare your board of directors for the possibility that it may face such litigation, and spark a discussion of steps that can be taken to limit the board’s potential risks.
… T. Paulis III Publication Date: 05/01/2016 This article is intended to provide some thoughts on how to prepare your board of directors for the possibility that it may face such litigation, and … records through a single encrypted and password protected online platform from any location and time. The board portal …
Articles
04/28/2015

This article is a Gotham City street lighting project case study.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
… or Mayor Mayor Quite Contrary April 28, 2015 This article is a Gotham City street lighting project case study. Resource … City Street Lighting Project Case Study – In exchange for an up-front lump sum, Gotham will grant an exclusive … The City publishes a Request for Qualifications on its website asking interested parties to submit credentials to …
Program Materials
Thomas A. Boardman - Deputy General Counsel, 3M Company; Howard A. Eisenhardt - Chief Counsel, Charter One Bank, NA; Geneace Williams - Senior Counsel & Tort Litigation Practice Group Leader, McDonald's Corporation
10/01/2004

511 - Use of Nonlegal Managers to Perform Legal Functions

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
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 511:Use of Nonlegal Managers to Perform Legal Functions … practice of law. See National Assn. of Legal Assistants website article on “What is a Paralegal” ACC's 2004 ANNUAL …
… Establishing Your Workplace Values: Ensuring Your Employer is the Right Fit Start Date: 01/11/2025 | 12:44 AM Resource … - spoken to current and former employees, read their website, asked good questions in the interview- sometimes the … identify your core workplace values and how to stand up for them when the ship feels off course. … Express Learning …
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Ron K. Barger - senior vice president and general counsel, Archon Group, L.P.; Jane Mallor McBrade - vice president and general counsel, Optimus Legal Consulting; and Antonie Wells Whittier - founder and principal, Whittier Legal Consulting
10/01/2003

With corporations today paying greater attention to their internal processes and procedures, it is an ideal time for legal departments to create and implement a legal department business plan. This article provides models and components for developing a legal department business plan.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Tool for Our Times: How to Create a Legal Department Business Plan … attention to their internal processes and procedures, it is an ideal time for legal departments to create and … defines how the department can best function within the com- pany to provide optimal services and advance corporate …
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Stewart M. Landefeld, Luis R. Mejia, and Allison C. Handy
06/01/2015

This article deals with board tools for oversight of cybersecurity risk.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Board Tools for Oversight of Cybersecurity Risk Author Stewart M. … and Luis R. Mejia are partners, and Allison C. Handy is an associate, of Perkins Coie LLP. Katherine A. VanYe, … some of the cases have been dismissed or settled, the com- panies have incurred substantial legal fees and the …
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John C. Tanner; Anthony P. Tatum
07/17/2007

Directors and officers need to be concerned with the terms and conditions of their company's D&O liability insurance. Company heads are demanding that in-house counsel ensure that the broadest coverage available is in place, and this article will help you review the scope of protection for your company.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… counsel ensure that the broadest coverage available is in place, and this article will help you review the scope of protection for your company. Resource Details Interest Area: Compliance … claim resolution. he may be contacted at jtanner@mcgriff.com. anThony P. TaTuM is a senior associate in the Business …
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Thomas M. Yih
09/01/2003

This article recommends measures for you to use as you help your company address and successfully integrate cultural awareness into the policies and guidelines of U.S. multi-national corporations conducting business and operating entities in foreign countries.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Considerations for Multinationals: The Need for Cultural Awareness When … into global markets, the need for cultural awareness is great and increasingly necessary to maintain competitive … join ACCA, call 202.293.4103, ext. 360, or visit www.acca.com. September 2003 “The most distinctive mark of a cultured …
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Susan Tahernia - attorney in the labor and employment department, Thelen Reid & Priest, LLP, Washington, DC; Julienne W. Bramesco - senior counsel, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, Rockville, MD; and Jonathan P. Tomes - partner, Tomes & Dvorak, Overland Park, KS
03/01/2002

How does HIPAA's privacy rule affect in-house counsel?

… 86-97. 8 6 ACCA Docket Aarch 2002 • ^ .'-rf^*r-';« hat is the HIPAA privacy rule anyway, and what does it have to do … Washington, DC. She is available at stahernia@thelenreid.com. Julienne W. Bramesco is senior counsel at Kaiser … health care clearinghouses, and (3) health plans, except for self-funded group health plans that have fewer than 50 …
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