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Articles
07/01/2014

What is the average size of law departments, and what is the demographic breakdown? Learn answers to these questions and more in this sampling of survey data.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Sampling of Surveys (July/August 2014) July 1, 2014 What is the average size of law departments, and what is the … 43% indicated career progression as the most common reason for people leaving their business. The grass might be greener … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS … What is the average size of law departments, …
Articles
Jane Wessel, Claire Stockford and Meriam N. Alrashid, Crowell & Moring LLP
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.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… & Moring LLP December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard … Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) website. Of these, 92 are currently in force. The treaties …
Articles
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.

Resource Details
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 • …
Articles
07/01/2017

A sampling of surveys reveals what in-house counsel think about employee recognition, career development, and the path to leadership.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … Value is a virtue … Twenty percent of respondents to the Global … that they “strongly agree” that they receive recognition for the work that they do on a regular basis. Conversely, … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS www.ogletree.com LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW …
Articles
11/01/2017

A sampling of surveys from the ACC research team.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Report stated that they receive adequate compensation for the work they perform in their current position. … ACC In-house Trends Report, the EU-US Privacy Shield is set to be a significant change — with 32 percent stating … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS www.ogletree.com LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW …
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
09/01/2017

What do in-house counsel have to say about compensation and leadership training? Find out in our sampling of surveys.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Articles See This: September 2017 September 1, 2017 What do in-house counsel have to say about compensation and … business teams (33 percent) as the top three priorities for professional/career development. Fostering a positive … 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL see this WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS www.ogletree.com LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW …
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ACC
12/01/2016

A sampling of surveys from ACC's research team.

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Source: ACC Docket
… . … Lessons learned… CLOs, general counsel, and other in-house counsel who have reported experiencing a data breach … reported that their reputation among government personnel is mostly positive. Alternatively, most respondents in China … health. 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS see this … A sampling of surveys from ACC's …
Articles
05/01/2014

What is the impact of extra-territorial laws on EMEA departments and how much do Brazilian law departments spend externally? Read this sample of survey data to find out.

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Source: ACC Docket
… See This—A Sampling of Surveys (May 2014) May 1, 2014 What is the impact of extra-territorial laws on EMEA departments … between law department size and annual base salary. For example, 73% of respondents in a law department of 10 to … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS … What is the impact of extra-territorial laws on …
Articles
04/01/2014

Read this sampling of surveys to find out the correlation between internal spending and headcount and the average size of Canadian law departments.

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Source: ACC Docket
… ACC’s Chief Legal Officers (CLO) 2013 Survey – Canada work in a law department comprised of two to nine employees; 22% … & Laurence Simons EMEA Legal Department Survey 2013, there is a trend toward legal departments taking on more work and … 69% see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS … Read this sampling of surveys to find out the …
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 …
Articles
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 …
Articles
Jen Wolfe, Founder, Wolfe Board Advisory Group 
08/21/2019

In this Quick Overview in-house counsel, learn about what multinational companies are doing to integrate blockchain technology and processes into their business model and what in-house counsel should consider: how does this technology relate to their business and yours, what security measures should be reviewed and invested in, how these companies are utilizing cryptocurrency, what new business initiatives are created around blockchain technology and more.

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Collection: Blockchain
Region: Global
in research and development and set trends. Because there is limited legal principles on blockchain, you must study … privacy?   These are all important takeaway questions for you to consider as you counsel your companies on … case in the gaming industry as seen here:   https://vimeo.com/279679573ht .   It explains in detail how they are using …
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
05/01/2018

How does litigation impact legal departments across the globe? ACC's research team highlights the most telling numbers from the Chief Legal Officers 2018 Survey.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: European Union
… 2018 Survey. Most CLOs in Europe report that the work is going to a different outside firm; however, six percent … according to the ACC Chief Legal Officers 2018 Survey. For instance, the median number of litigation matters handled … year. see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURVEYS w w w . o g letree.c o m LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW …
Articles
John K. Villa
05/01/2012

In this column, the author discusses to what extent counsel can advice a client who plans to meet with the opposing party.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… | Tips & Insights | Practice Resources this prohibition is set forth in Rule 4.2 of the Model Rules of Professional … 8.4(a), which provides that it is professional misconduct for a lawyer to violate, or attempt to violate, the … by ACC and West. he can be contacted at jvilla@wc.com. CM Y CM MY CY CMY K Collateral ACC Docket 78 May 2012 …
Articles
Harry Clark, Partner, International Trade & Compliance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Jeanine P. McGuinness, Partner, International Trade & Compliance, FCPA& Anti–Corruption, W. Clark McFadden, II, Senior Counsel, Elizabeth Zane, Partner, International Trade & Compliance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Evgeniya Shakina, Career Associate, International Trade &Compliance, Corporate, and Gregory I. Hume, Economist/Compliance Specialist, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Trade & Compliance, Orrick
01/17/2020
8 pages

This article provides an overview on final regulations issued by the Committee of Foreign Investment in the United States (CIFUS) on 13 January 2020. The regulations were promulgated in order to comprehensively implement the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018.

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Interest Area: Government, Financial Services
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, CLO / GC
… New CFIUS Rules – Eight Key Points https://www.orrick.com/en/Insights/2020/01/New-CFIUS-Rules-Eight-Key-Points?p=1 … will continue to apply to transactions that close, or for which a de�nitive written agreement is signed, before February 13. CFIUS issued proposed rules to …

Data Privacy, Challenges to Information Security, and Data Transfers

Data Privacy, Challenges to Information Security, and Data Transfers a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

This on-demand program offers CLE in over 60 jurisdictions. Please see the bottom of the program description for additional details:


Original Air Date: Tuesday, July 20, 2021


There's no exception for the level of challenges facing most organizations regarding information security and data transfers. Hear from our panel team as they identify and review data security issues that can arise, and determine how to assess the risks of your data privacy and information security protocols. In this session, you will:


  • Gain a better understanding of the data privacy legal and regulatory landscape;
  • Learn to better identify where and how privacy and data security issues may arise, and how to assess the risks of your data privacy and information security protocols;
  • Discuss how your peers develop a privacy program and the tools they put in place to prepare for incidents and engage business teams on privacy and security risks;
  • Explore how to mitigate your company's cyber risk with cyber and traditional insurance; and
  • Examine how to manage an international patchwork of privacy rules and cross-border transfers of data.


Speakers:

Jason Gerson

Privacy Counsel

TerraTrue

Bio


Rustam Juma

General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Eckler Ltd.

Bio


Jessica Retka

Corporate Counsel

Deltek, Inc.

Bio




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Articles
Benchmarking and Research Data
Robin Myers, Director of Research, Association of Corporate Counsel & Jinna P. Bulava, Associate General Counsel & Director of Large Law Programs, Association of Corporate Counsel
03/26/2015
4 pages

A paper by ACC commenting on the trends and differences, if any of a CLO and GC title / role.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… and Research Data Chief Legal Officer or General Counsel? Is There a Difference? Author Robin Myers, Director of … y!issue,!the!results!of!which!yielded!the!outcomes!outlined!in!this!article:!!• … Overall! United!States! Canada! EMEA! Latin!America! Asia!Pacific!General!Counsel! …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
10/19/2015

This is a bibliography of useful crisis management and environmental disaster resources.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Environmental Disaster Resources October 19, 2015 This is a bibliography of useful crisis management and … to ACC Alberta Canada Chapter (2014): http://author.acc.com/chapters/canada/upload/Crisis-Management-From-Policy-to- … Presentation.pdf In the ACC Virtual Library—[search on these titles] …
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 | 1:58 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 …
Articles
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 …
Articles
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.

Resource Details
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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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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/11/2021
The speed and scale of change that we have experienced over the last few months have caused a shift in the nature of work. But surely this cannot be the best of what the future of work has to offer?
… Docket Article What You Have Been Experiencing Is Not the Future of Work Cynthia Cottrell Publication Date: … hanging proudly above my laptop). My husband, who works for a major bank, also worked from home during this period. … we supported our daughter through her first experience at online learning while balancing full-time jobs. In my line of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2024
How do you create an AI governance program amidst constant regulatory changes? Selective Insurance's VP & AGC Adam Shedd and Mark Diamond, CEO of Contoural, shares strategies for legal and ethical compliance. #LegalTech #AIGovernance #OpenAI #ChatGPT
… and Mark Diamond, CEO of Contoural, shares strategies for legal and ethical compliance. #LegalTech #AIGovernance … advantage (or at least not fall behind competitors) is steadily rising. In 2024, companies will push their IT, … or unsafe information. Recently an eating disorder website added a chatbot to answer questions, only to find …
Articles
01/01/2013

This collection of survey data is based on respondents to the 2010 ACC/Serengeti Managing Outside Counsel Survey, ACC’s 2011 Census Report, and more.

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Source: ACC Docket
… 2013) January 1, 2013 This collection of survey data is based on respondents to the 2010 ACC/Serengeti Managing … see this 10 ASSoCiATion oF CorPorATe CoUnSel www.ACC.CoM/SUrveyS Lathrop & Gage was founded in 1873 on the … you’re going unless you know where you’ve been. The reWard for Work WeLL-done is The opporTuniTy To do more. The best …
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