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This session discussions include issues around contractual and entity structure, import/export considerations, transparency risk and the impact of current events and trends in these areas.

In response to the continued economic challenges that we are facing today, ACC Board Chair Dan Fitz offers some words of encouragement to Docket readers.

This presentation discusses value, technology and collaborative trends.

Patent enforcement proceedings in the UK.

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

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.

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.

If you have been in the legal profession long enough, chances are you’ve heard of instances where professional etiquette has taken a nosedive, including high-profile instances of lawyers losing their tempers with unsuspecting office clerks or acting contemptuously toward one another in court. Although these boorish behaviors may be the exception rather the rule, it could be a good idea for all legal professionals to reflect on whether their professional manners are up to par and take these suggestions for engaging in exemplary conduct into consideration.

This is a sample redacted letter of understanding.

This sample letter clarifies the position regarding ownership of the intellectual property rights in any photographs taken for or on or behalf of the company.

This paper discusses the Canadian context around aboriginal rights and the best practices associated with obtaining aboriginal consent, particularly in connection with mining initiatives.

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

This is a sample company employee handbook.

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.

Robert Half Legal's best career advice for surviving and even thriving at the upcoming holiday festivities.

See who's moving up in the world of in-house law.

This article contains tips on how to be a successful office politician.

Sometimes it requires a little extra effort to get along with your colleagues. Read this article to find helpful ways to move past hard feelings and towards more calm situations and interactions.

Don't be daunted by the challenges that go along with making a transition. This article contains some tips for making the transition easier in the United States.

This article contains four tips for effective succession planning for your firm’s critical legal professionals.

This article provides tips to improve your communication skills.

This article gives tips on how to appropriately move on to a different job.

This is a checklist of healthcare resources.