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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/06/2017

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

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Hotel Group Program Agreement February 6, 2017 This is a sample sales agreement where the Hotel agrees to hold … are net, non-commissionable. Hotel is not responsible for the payment of commissions to any entity or individual … service marks in promotional materials (whether printed, online, or otherwise), Group will provide such materials to …
Program Materials
Bernadette Bulcan, William Garcia
05/22/2012

The ability to effectively manage<br />outside counsel is essential to the success of in-house lawyers. Learn tips on selecting, evaluating, comparing, and retaining the outside counsel that best suit the organizational needs of your company, developing lists of providers and criteria for preferred legal service providers and specialized firms, implementing alternative billing models, and using legal project and process management techniques with your outside counsel to streamline your engagements.<br />

… The ability to effectively manage<br />outside counsel is essential to the success of in-house lawyers. Learn tips … your company, developing lists of providers and criteria for preferred legal service providers and specialized firms, … their outside counsel. Law firms submit electronic bills online to legal department Invoice is automatically processed …
Articles
Jacob Kojfman, Legal Counsel, CGI Information Systems and Management Consultants Inc.
08/17/2021

Cloud computing is an environment where a business outsources the development, hosting, or running of all or part of its applications and information to a third party, and away from the business’s hardware and premises. In this Top Ten, learn how to utilize this technology for your in-house contract needs.

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Collection: Contract Negotiation Skills
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Ten Issues and Tips to Consider When Negotiating Contracts for Cloud Solutions Author Jacob Kojfman, Legal Counsel, CGI … Consultants Inc. August 17, 2021 Cloud computing is an environment where a business outsources the … party, and away from the business’s hardware and premises. In this Top Ten, learn how to utilize this technology for
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/04/2024
A long-term licensing agreement should be a win-win for the contractor and user but without considering the implications of various terms and future occurrences, could end up a catastrophe, caution WEX Senior Counsel of Product + Data Jeanny Haw and Alexandria Svensson of Much Law.
… A long-term licensing agreement should be a win-win for the contractor and user but without considering the … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by TierneyMJ / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Begin with the fundamentals. Outline the key … rather than offering credits, for example, if service is below par, allow the contractee to terminate. Consider …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/21/2024
A new study finds that companies where the chief legal officer (CLO) also serves as the corporate secretary have a lower likelihood of legal risks, such as regulatory violations or shareholder litigation. #ACCDocket #ChiefLegalOfficer #CorporateSecretary
… Source: ACC Docket … Banner artwork by PeopleImages.com - Yuri A / Shutterstock.com Key Takeaways for In-house Counsel Using empirical evidence, the study … organizational structures involving these two roles and is motivated by growing sentiment within the corporate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2015
Investing in Guatemala is a risky endeavor. But thanks to the initiatives in the private, public and non-governmental sectors, this Central American nation could, in the next 20 years, become a global economic and industrial leader.
… Docket Article In-house Counsel in Guatemala: Hurdles and Advantages Antonio … García Publication Date: 04/01/2015 Investing in Guatemala is a risky endeavor. But thanks to the initiatives in the … process, due to the lack of adequate legal nomenclature for buildings, terrains and other goods, which causes …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/17/2021
When Niti Nadarajah moved in-house, she was excited to no longer have to woo potential clients, but she still could not be sure as she spent day-in-day out with her new clients that they were getting to know Niti the person or Niti the lawyer.
… Personal Branding: Why Do I Need a Personal Brand When I’m In-house? Niti Nadarajah Publication Date: 05/17/2021 When … A couple of years after returning from maternity leave for my first child, I was asked to participate in a project … to know that my tagline was “Walking the Talk.” So, what is a personal brand? I had always thought of a “personal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/24/2023
Join the world's top CLOs in tackling global issues and making cross-border connections in a private, intimate setting designed for general counsel, by general counsel. #ACC #education #ACCDocket
… connections in a private, intimate setting designed for general counsel, by general counsel. #ACC #education … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Yasonya / Shutterstock.com A globalized economy demands business leaders with an international mindset. The general counsel of today is a business leader, and as mitigators of risk, they can …
Articles
10/21/2015
43 pages

This is a list of select Morrison & Foerster publications on cases from the Supreme Court's 2014 term in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… 2014 Term (United States) October 21, 2015 43 pages This is a list of select Morrison & Foerster publications on cases … the facts do not © 2015 Morrison & Foerster LLP | mofo.com 1 warrant entry of summary judgment or judgment as a … numerous other statutes. THE BACKDROP Spokeo operates a website where users can find information about individuals. …
Articles
Pat Treacy and Helen Hopson
Bristows
11/04/2014

The ‘smartphone wars’ have dominated legal headlines worldwide.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… & 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 …
Articles
Romina Fernández, Lawyer with Cuesta Campos
12/14/2018

Financial technology (Fintech) is a growing sector of the marketplace. In Mexico, new regulations are being developed to help companies, customers and clients navigate this new landscape.

… Articles Fintech Regulation in Mexico Author Romina Fernández, Lawyer with Cuesta Campos December 14, 2018 Financial technology (Fintech) is a growing sector of the marketplace. In Mexico, new … regulation generated either significant legal uncertainty for the operation of Fintech start-ups in Mexico or …
Articles
Jay A. Brozost and Lawrence S. Goldman
08/01/2003

This article takes you through the most important considerations confronting in-house counsel in a typical grand jury investigation, including how to preserve the attorney-client privilege at each step and ensure that employees are aware of their rights when dealing with the government, while avoiding any conduct that could be construed as obstruction of justice.

… Articles Grand Jury Investigations: A Guide for In-house Counsel Author Jay A. Brozost and Lawrence S. … join ACCA, call 202.293.4103, ext. 360, or visit www.acca.com. Grand Jury A Guide for In-house Counsel Over the course … law enforcement, the federal grand jury stands alone. It is a secretive domain where prosecutors wield tremendous …
Articles
Practical Law
02/06/2017
43 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A which gives a high level overview of the key practical issues including the level of activity and recent trends in the Australian market.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Request a trial membership . … By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association of Corporate Counsel 1025 … 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … Tool at http://us.practicallaw.com/7-500-9935. This Q&A is part of the global guide to private equity. For a full …
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.

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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 …
Checklists
ACC and others
10/25/2004

Provides how to develop and implement a international code of conduct. Includes steps to communicate and implement a global strategy. Also includes a comparison of international employment laws.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Checklists Codes of Conduct for Multinational Corporations Author ACC and others October … 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 803:Codes of Conduct for Multinational Corporations Lori …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/09/2021
US regulators are using a patchwork framework to address cryptocurrency.
… Docket Article The Cryptocurrency Market is Growing, Despite Regulatory Uncertainty Zachary King … , Technology, Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … In January 2009, the apparently pseudonymous Satoshi … have likewise been developed, creating a thriving market for digital tokens with a market value well over one trillion …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
Given the significant financial benefits tempting whistleblowers, and the knowledge that a whistleblower could thwart the benefits of cooperation, companies are increasingly incentivized to self-report violations of the law.
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… products may be exported, where they can be exported, and for what purpose they can be exported. Task of multitasking. In-house counsel will need to review the rules, regulations, … in order to receive cooperation credit. This is an all-or-nothing approach that gives no credit for
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
Conducting FCPA due diligence on a target before and after signing a final agreement allows the buyer to fully understand the degree that the asset abides by anticorruption laws.
… Docket Article Key Considerations in Conducting M&A Anticorruption Due Diligence Jay G. Martin … Pleading not guilty. An acquirer can be held liable for the violations of the FCPA if such violations were … jointly referred to as FCPA due diligence process) is a critical underpinning of any successful merger and …
Articles
Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
30 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investing in businesses based in New Zealand and developing commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in May 2019.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: New Zealand
… Articles New Zealand: A Legal Guide for Business Investment and Expansion Author Meritas Law … Investment and Expansion in New Zealand. New Zealand is a land of opportunity for foreign investors and those … of the Privacy Commissioner maintains a comprehensive website at https://www.privacy.org.nz with links to the …
Articles
André de Albuquerque Cavalcanti Abbud and Gustavo Santos Kulesza*, Barbosa, Müssnich & Aragão
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… & Aragão December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2017
Once the company is public, it steps into the limelight with the bright lights of consumers, regulators, and investors firmly set on its business and reputation. This article gives you a few tips to prepare for this new reality.
… Axel Viaene Publication Date: 03/01/2017 Once the company is public, it steps into the limelight with the bright lights … reputation. This article gives you a few tips to prepare for this new reality. Resource Details Interest Area: Skills … shareholder meeting. The company needs to upgrade its website and set up an investor relations department. The …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/16/2022
Legal leaders can adapt, survive, and thrive only by rethinking the traditional legal paradigm for resourcing. Learn how to adopt an agile approach. #ACCDocket #legalops #legaloperations #ACCLegalOps
… thrive only by rethinking the traditional legal paradigm for resourcing. Learn how to adopt an agile approach. … Source: ACC Docket … Billion Photos / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet The environment. In-house counsel are up … The traditional legal paradigm of “staff up or send out” is no longer adequate with budget constraints and the need …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/17/2023
India continues to be an increasingly attractive destination for foreign companies. Here are some key considerations for such global initiatives. #IndiaGC #ACC #ACCDocket
… Docket Article India Bound M&A: A Checklist of Key Issues for General Counsel in Acquisitions Involving Indian Entities … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Urbanscape / Shutterstock.com Key highlights: Companies planning an acquisition … for foreign investors (as opposed to an Indian resident) is to pay at least fair market value at the time of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
Here are some suggestions for ensuring better data security.
… Publication Date: 09/01/2016 Here are some suggestions for ensuring better data security. Resource Details Interest … Don’t forget physical access — Now that the internet is the preferred attack vector, we sometimes forget that … attacks. An invisible layer of code over a legitimate website steals your log-in information or redirects you to a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2017
In the end, just like Dorothy and her entourage, getting to the end of the yellow brick road is about facing your fears and continually putting one foot in front of the other. And when something happens that takes us off our path, it is imperative that we get back on track at the earliest opportunity.
… Brick Road Whitnie Wiley Publication Date: 06/01/2017 In the end, just like Dorothy and her entourage, getting to the end of the yellow brick road is about facing your fears and continually putting one foot … will distract us from our goal; and (3) everything we need for the journey is already contained within us. Like Dorothy, …
Articles
Eric M Runesson and Simon Arvmyren, Sandart & Partners
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Sweden
… & Partners December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2017
SP2.0 is all about your credibility: education, certification, networking, expansion, and connections, tailored to your personal needs. The goal of SP2.0 is not to make ACC great, but to make you great and to help you build credibility as a professional.
… You Can Be Bill Mordan Publication Date: 11/01/2017 SP2.0 is all about your credibility: education, certification, … from thousands of our members — sets out the future of ACC for the next five years and is appropriately called Strategic … you build credibility as a professional. Please go to ACC.com and read the four concise SP2.0 strategic themes. Dig …
Articles
10/01/2007

To provide an organization for the promotion and the improvement of the common business and professional interests and responsibilities of attorneys who are engaged in the active practice of law on behalf of organizations in the private sector and who do not hold themselves out to the public for the practice of law. (ACCA’s bylaws) 1997 marks ACCA’s 15th anniversary. The story of ACCA’s founding commemorates the history of the organization and views from current leaders chart its future

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Birthday, ACCA! October 1, 2007 To provide an organization for the promotion and the improvement of the common business … we present the story of ACCA sfounding This account is based on the reminiscences of number of ACCA founders … National Committee members Since membership in National Com mittees adds value to your practice and are free with …
Articles
John K. Villa
09/01/2005

Another process server. Someone else is suing your company. How tiresome. Let's see the complaint. Wait -isn't that our counsel who appears to be the plaintiff's counsel? Is that possible? Is it ethical? Here comes the head of litigation trotting in with their retainer letter-containing an advance waiver. Now you remember. The law firm did discuss this with you. But the question remains: Is it enforceable?

… Ethics & Privilege: An Advanced Class on Advance Waivers for the Sophisticated Client Author John K. Villa August 31, 2005 Another process server. Someone else is suing your company. How tiresome. Let's see the complaint. … published by ACC and West, and is available at JVilla@wc.com. The waiver may very well be both ethical and …
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