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In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding outsourcing across a range of jurisdictions.
Region:Global, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
Audience:Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
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… Why Climate Change is a Legal Responsibility Learn More about ACC's Seat at the … President and A4S Executive Chair Discuss Sustainability In the article "Why Climate Change is a Legal … and CEO Veta T. Richardson and Prince's Accounting for Sustainability Project (A4S) Executive Chair Jessica …
… Quick Links for Chapter Leaders The content available within these Volunteer Leader pages is vast indeed! To better access this wealth of knowledge, … shortcuts to help chapter leaders access information that is worth the discovery, but not always easy to find. Return …
… Compensation Data for Your Department Company-sourced compensation benchmarking … incentive amounts, and total cash compensation. The data is segmented across six demographic segments where sufficient … we allow for the data to be reported for all positions in the legal department (rather than having individuals …
… Docket Article A Millennial’s Tips for Reading Engaging Business Books Noah Webster Julie … Stankiewicz Publication Date: 09/17/2021 Fresh off an in-house internship, 2L student Julie Stankiewicz shares the … Development Source: ACC Docket … Julie Stankiewicz is currently a 2L student and interned with Noah Webster at …
… Date: 09/30/2021 With renewed focus on ESG practices, in-house counsel are well positioned to take a leading role … the world’s attention in recent years. ESG reporting is an area of growing focus for a myriad of interested parties ranging from consumers, …
Remote working has opened the door to innovative technology - and its pitfalls. Legal ops professionals need an actionable roadmap to help their teams succeed.
… Adapting to remote work during the pandemic spurred a need for technological transformation, including bringing … artificial intelligence (AI). The scope of corporate risk is shifting as well. As these factors collide, in-house legal … operations practitioners are responsible for obtaining buy-in from senior leaders and bringing them along the …
From grappling with hybrid workplaces to advocating for attorney-client privilege in Europe, here are 10 of the most pressing lessons in-house counsel learned in 2021.
… From grappling with hybrid workplaces to advocating for attorney-client privilege in Europe, here are 10 of the … we have been stifling progress. But the good news is, we are also uniquely situated to help develop creative, … can promote DEI at your company. https://www.accdocket.com/employment-lawyers-guide-leaning-dei 2. Refreshing your …
… of people reported covering an aspect of their identity in the workplace in a recent Deloitte survey. Resource … and Inclusion Source: ACC Docket … It’s common these days for employers to say they want you to bring “your whole self” … play in this? The importance of authenticity in leaders is well documented. Numerous articles address the importance …
Deepfakes – portmanteau of “deep learning” and “fake” – are one of the latest technological risks to individuals and companies that corporate counsel need to recognize.
… deepfakes. Companies should plan ahead and factor in consistent cybersecurity measures. In the war of misinformation, content is a weapon. With the rampant existence of “fake news,” it … describe algorithms that can create deepfakes in real-time for streaming video. The technology has potential for …
… Docket … Art by F. P. Ardizzone. fpaoloardizzone@gmail.com You have a great idea about how technology could make … startups plays in your ear during boring conference calls. Is it time to jump ship? What could go wrong?! Choose your … Think twice before doing so! In a corporate setting, for example, only a small minority of employees are lawyers. …
… Development Source: ACC Docket … Warning: Spoiler alert for those who haven’t watched the show yet Ted Lasso is a show about an American football coach who moves to the … practice, Ted delivers a stern and direct speech to Jamie in front the team. Ted tells Jamie he is supposed to lead by …
… a company’s ability to build healthy relationships. For example, some lawyers still write contracts as if they’re … and manage beneficial, harmonious business relationships in which all parties find more ways to create value. … during times of rapid and unpredictable change is becoming an increasingly important source of competitive …
No matter where your department is on the maturation spectrum, there are resources available to guide you forward. #ACCDocket Tech Toolbox columnist Greg Stern shares his advice for improving your #legalops.
… Date: 01/04/2022 No matter where your department is on the maturation spectrum, there are resources available … Tech Toolbox columnist Greg Stern shares his advice for improving your #legalops. Resource Details Interest Area: … brilliant minds you have in your department and get their buy-in to build enthusiasm around specific projects designed …
What has been fueling this recent rise in in-sourcing? And more importantly, what can corporate legal teams that don’t perform eDiscovery in-house learn from it? Three separate forces are contributing to this trend.
… Docket Article It’s Time to Bring eDiscovery In-house Bob Rohlf Publication Date: 05/03/2019 What has been … Source: ACC Docket … Sponsored content from Exterro For several years, the largest enterprises with substantial … are contributing to this trend. In-house legal spending is increasing In 2018, the 2nd Annual Blickstein …
Shannon Klinger, the group general counsel of Novartis International AG, a Swiss multinational pharmaceutical company, has opened nearly every virtual meeting since Novartis took the decision to ask its associates to work from home in light of the COVID-19 pandemic — including this interview — with an earnest question: how are you doing?
… Docket Article A Time for Trust Joshua H. Shields Publication Date: 05/28/2020 … took the decision to ask its associates to work from home in light of the COVID-19 pandemic — including this interview … Justin Connor. Klinger admits that working virtually is far from her preferred mode of work — she is usually …
Tech teams have developed a methodology to provide quality results that are a better fit with evolving customer needs and delivered at a much faster clip. If you work in tech, you’ve probably heard of it: agile development. Your law department should consider an agile approach as well.
… Docket … Art by F. P. Ardizzone. fpaoloardizzone@gmail.com Emails at all hours of the day and night. Video … teams across multiple channels and times zones. Business is moving faster than ever before and your team needs to keep … unnecessary. You can flag the risks and mention the need for more fulsome research in your short summary. Making your …
We spoke with ACC Deputy General Counsel Veronica Pastor to learn the most common and insidious cyberattacks and how to safeguard your company from them.
… data losses. The Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) is now reportedly inundated with 4,000 cybersecurity … the pandemic. This spike in hacks and breaches is alarming for anyone with a digital footprint — and these days that … reason is. The clearer your policy is, the higher the buy-in will be. And with higher buy-in comes better …
This article will be the first in a series of three that discuss the various benefits of legal technology for in-house teams, where to start in your technology journey, what to focus on, and how to make it a success.
… Date: 07/16/2019 This article will be the first in a series of three that discuss the various benefits of legal technology forin-house teams, where to start in your technology … Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … There is currently no shortage of hype regarding the benefits of …
In this article, we discuss some best practices for protecting trade secrets and guarding against allegations of trade secret misappropriation in failed corporate acquisitions or customer-supplier relationships.
… Docket Article Best Practices to Protect Trade Secrets in Failed Acquisitions and Customer Relationships Walton … 11/06/2019 In this article, we discuss some best practices for protecting trade secrets and guarding against allegations … information and business plans to determine if there is interest. In that case, the acquirer should enter into a …
The next time one of your company's competitors is trying to kidnap what your colleagues have rightfully stolen, heed some of the important lessons from Rob Reiner’s film adaptation of S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure, The Princess Bride.
… 09/03/2020 The next time one of your company's competitors is trying to kidnap what your colleagues have rightfully … princesses, swordsmen, and giants are pure escapism for most people, they can provide inconceivable guidance to … While these witty insights may provide minor amusement in court briefs, as an operational GC, you need to hold these …
In this article, we discuss three key areas that we believe AI will disrupt and how they will affect general counsel: (1) the automation of routine legal and compliance services and the corresponding repurposing of existing resources; (2) document assembly and analysis; and (3) the need to shift from tactical to strategic thinking.
… respect to the increased adoption of AI will be enormous. For example, the ability of artificial intelligence to handle … legal services AI’s automation of routine legal services is probably the most exciting change coming to legal … accompanying statements of work, license agreements, and buy/sell agreements, with little error. Although there are …
Research shows that female in-house counsel are more likely to earn less, take temporary leave from work, and face difficulties returning to work after said leave than their male counterparts. With these obstacles in mind, here are the lessons I’ve learned that can help fellow female in-house counsel as they start their careers in this industry.
… Docket Article 7 Tips for Women New to In-house Law Elizabeth A. Colombo … Women’s Day on March 8, my first article as ACCDocket.com’s Career Columnist will focus on advice for women new to … I’m on my company’s Corporate Citizenship Committee, which is committed to working in harmony with our community because …
When a claim arises due to potential litigation organizations often conduct an internal investigation to determine the underlying facts relating to the claim and what steps should be taken to mitigate the claim or prepare for litigation. This article provides an overview of three issues to consider when conducting internal investigations.
… Docket Article 3 Considerations for Nonprofits when Conducting Internal Investigations … product Retaining privilege over internal investigations is important to ensure that advice and counsel provided … information collected during investigations conducted by in-house (or regular outside) counsel are not privileged in …
Through the intentional use of functional images and design principles, lawyers can create a universal language of law for an inclusive legal system — one in which every participant understands what they’re dealing with. #ACCDocket
… principles, lawyers can create a universal language of law for an inclusive legal system — one in which every participant understands what they’re dealing … our capacity with visuals No matter where a person is from or their language abilities, they should be able to …
: A handshake seals a deal and builds relationships. Contract signing isn’t the same without them. #ACCDocket #ACCEurope #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel
… Development Source: ACC Docket … When I started working in Switzerland, I was struck by what seemed like an annoying, … In most business settings, a person joining a meeting is expected to individually greet each person in the room. … were not OK anymore. As to the procession of handshakes, for some time I tried an airy wave at larger groups of people …
… Docket Article Career Path: What Should We Wish For? James Bellerjeau Publication Date: 08/29/2022 Wish for … at work with something like: "I wish you every success in your new endeavors." Now, when I think back, this was wrong to write. A person who is successful at everything has no reason to question the …
… Docket Article Wisdom of the Crowd: In-house Counsel Discuss Implications of the Dobbs Decision for US Employers Association of Corporate Counsel Publication … as too politically charged. Whether to issue a statement is a business decision that is typically made at the highest …
A chunk — about 10 percent — of the people you communicate to or with won’t get you — and that’s OK, tells Career Path author James Bellerjeau. #ACCDocket #MindfulMonday #MondayMotivation
… usually so focused on their priorities, and so busy in general, that they spend little or no time on social … by the business benefit I got from meeting with peers. As for social media, I barely gave it a moment’s thought. I … got questions, though. Maybe you can help me understand. Is it possible to post anything of substance without …
… to problems often fail because managers don’t account for potential impediments. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by GoodStudio / Shutterstock.com Before we consider solutions to problems, we need to … Just as with identifying problems, proposing solutions is easy. You are not the first person or the only person to …
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