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Morais Leitão, Galvão Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, Lex Mundi member firm for Portugal
12/02/2013
34 pages

Guidance on mergers and acquisitions in Portugal. Includes warnings when dealing with M&A's, recent developments, and legal analysis of the underlying law.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Portugal
… Teles, Soares da Silva & Associados, Lex Mundi member firm for Portugal December 2, 2013 34 pages Guidance on mergers … clients each year. This ‘Guidance and Warn- ings’ section is based on the views of clients with in-depth international … were also relevant in terms of liquidity, with acquirers com- mitting to make new funding lines available to the …
Articles
Lex Mundi Tax Group
01/30/2017
464 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore key issues in tax formats regarding the types of taxes imposed, allowed deductions, tax rates and withholdings, residency rules, tax compliance and tax treaties across a range of jurisdictions.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United States, Venezuela
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Tax Desk Book A Global Practice Guide prepared by the Lex Mundi Tax Group Global Practice Guide This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Global Practice Guide Series which … Zimbabwe NIL 10 10 10 Source: The Inland Revenue Board’s website at http://www.hasil.org.my Contact Information: Chen …
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Annalisa Bloodworth, Assistant General Counsel at Oglethorpe Power Corporation, Alexander Holtan and Raymond Ramirez, Associates, and Blair Paige Scott, Commodities Regulatory Analyst, at Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
08/26/2014

This article discussed the key factors to consider when thinking about developing a risk management program that uses financial derivatives

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… United States … Overview The fundamental concept of risk is that there are more scenarios that can occur than will … the use of financial derivatives to manage these risks. For example, a power producer that utilizes natural gas to … take a "long position" in (in other words, agree to buy ) natural gas futures contracts in an amount equal to the …
Peer Practice Examples
ACC
11/09/2012

This Leading Practices Profile continues the series of ACC Leading Practices Profiles examining the role of law department leaders and in-house counsel in managing the legal affairs of companies doing business abroad.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103 fax +1 202.293.4107 www.acc.com This Leading Practices Profile continues the series of … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … for ACC For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com.  For more Leading Practices Profiles …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/06/2019
Asia’s data protection policies differ from GDPR in a few key areas. A business that fails to account for these differences may fully comply with GDPR and still run afoul of Asia’s laws, subjecting itself to the possibility of fines, penalties, or other legal actions.
… Docket Article Is GDPR Compliance Enough for Entities Operating in Asia? David Chen Hannah Ji … be certified as CBPR-compliant and identified on the CBPR website. As of March 4, 2019, there were 26 organizations …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often performed by business people with no formal legal education. During contract negotiations, different rules and obligations apply to a lawyer depending on whether the party on the other side of the table is represented by counsel. Learn about these rules so as not to be caught on the wrong end of a deal.
… Seger Publication Date: 12/17/2020 Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often … (April 2012). ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com , where you can browse our resources by practice area or …
Benchmarking and Research Data
Lex Mundi
02/01/2009

Presents a country-by-country overview of the availability of protection from disclosure of communications between in-house counsel and the officers, directors or employees of the companies they serve.

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Source: Resource Library
… No summary can be complete, and the following is not intended to constitute legal advice as to any specific … of our multi-jurisdictional surveys can be found on our website at www.lexmundi.com. © Copyright Lex Mundi, Ltd. 2009 3 ANGUILLA, BRITISH …
Articles
Luiz Navarro
Veirano Advogados
12/11/2014

Eighth edition of the Getting the Deal Through Anti-Corruption Regulation Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Guide, a volume that provides international analysis for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Veirano Advogados CONTENTS www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 Anti-Corruption Regulation 2014 Contributing editor: … Jr Miller & Chevalier Chartered Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the eighth edition of Anti-Corruption …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/23/2020
More than a popularity contest, building strong work relationships can also help you do your job more effectively.
… Docket Article Be Proactive: 5 Ways for In-house Legal Teams to Build a Better Relationship with the … unless it’s absolutely necessary — like when a crisis is happening. As a result, legal departments often end up …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2022
As a key element of an effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program, mentorship can take many forms. #ACCDocket #mentorship

… through their careers. A key tool to achieve this goal is creating opportunities for mentorship, both formal and informal. Young or … Lawyers Forum “It’s so important that they feel included in the fabric of the organization,” says Jenea M. Reed, a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/07/2023
Not a registered patent attorney? Follow these tips to ensure the application describes, claims, and illustrates your company's invention properly. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Docket Article 10 Tips for Evaluating Patent Applications Prepared by Outside … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Na_Studio / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Focus on the right to exclude . Given the … will own the right to exclude this conduct once a patent is granted.   Scrutinize at least one claim set. You cannot …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/29/2021
In-house lawyers understand the regulatory risks of a data breach. Following these four steps will ensure the company is protected if it is attacked.
… Docket Article 4 Steps In-house Counsel Must Use to Prepare for a Breach Daniel … breach. Following these four steps will ensure the company is protected if it is attacked. Resource Details Interest …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/26/2022
Excel but remember if you over-do it, you may burn out. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… Source: ACC Docket … “Too good at your job,” you wonder. “Is that even a thing?” Believe it or not, there are ways in which stellar performance may create some unintended consequences. You can decide for yourself whether the benefits of being a super-employee …
10/27/2015

Proposed amendment of 22 NYCRR Parts 522 and 523 of the Rules of the Court of Appeals

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Region: United States
… listed below are writing to express our strong support for the amendments to Parts 522 and 523 of the New York Court … of global commerce, New York’s absence from this group is conspicuous. The proposed amendments to Parts 522 and 523 … Strategist Association of Corporate Counsel sarwal@acc.com Mary L. Blatch Director of Government and Regulatory …
Articles
Doug Morrin, Christine Peaslee and Mark Roellig
10/25/2010

A discussion about transitioning from private practice to that of a corporate legal department.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… corporate counsel to be an attractive opportunity. And it is — as corporate counsel, you work directly with the … to legal matters, while being freed from searching for clients, tracking billable hours and meeting minimum … company as possible through the company’s annual reports, website, marketing materials, and anything else published by …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Venable LLP
01/31/2023
4 pages

A sample end user license agreement between an authorized user and a company, covering specific terms and conditions of usage such as license grant, restrictions, user obligations, proprietary rights, feedback and submission, liability limitations, indemnity, and a governing law clause (United States).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… LICENSE AGREEMENT Effective as of [DATE] IMPORTANT – THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU ("You" or the "Authorized … CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN THIS {TITLE} (the or this "EULA") AS THEY GOVERN YOUR … of this EULA. This EULA permits you to use and access for personal or business purposes only the __________ (i) on …
Articles
Ben W. Heineman, Jr.
04/05/2016

In this article, you will learn what to do when a corporation’s global ethical standards (“oppose censorship” for a global media company) collides with national law (China’s extensive state censorship).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: China, Germany, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States
… global ethical standards (“oppose censorship” for a global media company) collides with national law … A fundamental principle for multi-national companies is compliance with the law of all nations where they do … national law. Photo: Shi Tao Poster by Australian Policy Online and Adam Valvasori via Flickr. Ben W. Heineman, Jr. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/25/2017

This is a sample computer network acceptable use policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Computer Network Acceptable Use Policy June 25, 2017 This is a sample computer network acceptable use policy. Resource … by far the most common is granting access to employees for performance of their job functions. This access carries … The process of writing or updating a "blog," which is an online, user-created journal (short for "web log"). Instant …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/10/2017

This is a sample anti-bribery and anti-corruption compliance policy.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
… and Anti-Corruption Compliance Policy April 10, 2017 This is a sample anti-bribery and anti-corruption compliance … by management to implement this Policy. Penalties for Violation The FCPA imposes severe criminal penalties for … publishes an annual corruption perceptions index available online at http://www.transparency.org/cpi2015/ ). unusual …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/07/2013

Sample document retention policy with accompanying chart.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
1 person found this helpful.
… . … DOCUMENT RETENTION POLICY The purpose of this policy is to provide a system for complying with document retention laws, ensure that the … of time. Answer is unclear; recommend same as above; online submissions of resumes may be discounted but no …
Program Materials
Dan Puterbaugh, Monica Reinmiller and Sarah Sederstrom
04/11/2016

Map out key areas of compliance and risk management that can be addressed through effective contract management. Discuss contracting best practices that experienced in-house practitioners have developed to support compliance and risk management. Explore tips for performing a contract risk audit to identify contracts where additional language should address major risks. Identify best practices and tools that your peers use to analyze and address key risks posed by a proposed contract.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… to support compliance and risk management. Explore tips for performing a contract risk audit to identify contracts … employment agreements, etc.) Questions to ask: What is the business model? What does your overall risk matrix / … Guidelines for Creating Enforceable Contracts Online - (Quick Counsel) …
Articles
Nick Beckett and Jeremy Morton, CMS Cameron McKenna LLP
11/04/2014
15 pages

Patent enforcement proceedings in the UK.

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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 … fore these should be as detailed as possible. The UK IPO website provides some guidance on what to include in an …
Articles
The United Nations Global Impact, Linklaters LLP, and UC Berkeley School of Law
09/01/2019
51 pages

An update from the 2015 Guide for General Counsel, this resource seeks to support the General Counsel (GC) community by examining five areas of corporate sustainability. This guide provides practical tips and advice for implementing and executing your sustainability plans.

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Collection: Sustainability, CLO Toolkit
Region: Global
Audience: CLO / GC
… UN Secretary-General, the United Nations Global Compact is a call to companies everywhere to align their operations … follow @globalcompact on social media and visit our website at unglobalcompact.org. About Linklaters LLP … help them prepare for and navigate crises. www.linklaters.com/CrisisReady Many of the key resources referred to in
Articles
Dayo Adu, Bloomfield Advocates & Solicitors
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: Nigeria
… Advocates & Solicitors November 5, 2014 What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2015
For it to be anything other than a toy, the new technology has to be integrated into a workflow designed to maximize its impact. The technology must be adapted to your people, and your people must adapt to the technology
… Takes Work D. Casey Flaherty Publication Date: 06/01/2015 For it to be anything other than a toy, the new technology … Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … Technology is taking over. In so many facets of our lives, technology … He came to the question: “How do I get management buy-in for my process improvement project?” He looked …
… Re: Association of Corporate Counsel’s support for amending Part 522 of the Rules of the Court of Appeals, … Our New York Chapters, And The Chief Legal Officers ACC is a global bar association that promotes the common … It would give registered in- 1 Available at http://tinyurl.com/l9y57a3. 2 Available at http://tinyurl.com/ahaoc5v. See …
Articles
An Trotter, Senior Director of Operations and Hearst Lab Advisory Board, at HEARST
08/15/2023
1 pages

In the July issue of the ACC Observer, David Cambria shared his unique and broad perspective on legal operations' current trajectory. This column focuses on Cambria's career experience, which makes his insights worth contemplating.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Lab Advisory Board, at HEARST August 15, 2023 1 pages In the July issue of the ACC Observer, David Cambria shared … Award in three of his four years with the company for his achievement in winning hearts, minds, and revenue … General Counsel, Chris Leahy, was a former client (she is now CDW's CEO). At CDW, Cambria's mandate was to help …
Articles
Claire K. Battle
10/01/2011

Drafting and negotiating purchasing agreements can be a daunting endeavor. Hopefully, you’re usually involved in the process from the beginning, but that may be wishful thinking. You need to make sure you’re up-to-date on the commercial and legal implications of common terms and conditions. Ask the right questions early on to avoid asking for an aspirin later.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… when you think your day can’t get any busier, there it is: an email from a client in your company’s procurement … LLP. She can be contacted at claire. battle@arcelormittal.com. The difference is clear Consulting TM Rethinking legal … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/20/2017
“That job started me on my current path. I got more in touch with who I am and who I wanted to be,” Karas says. She thinks more women need to take that uncertain leap and not worry about where they might land.
… talent, and foresight necessary to succeed where there is no roadmap for success. Email  editorinchief@acc.com  if you know a woman in the legal tech sphere who would …
Articles
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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