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Throughout my career I have found interesting and satisfying employment and extracurricular opportunities in many different, though entirely predictable ways
… satisfying employment and extracurricular opportunities in many different, though entirely predictable ways Resource … three to five years in the future — I was neither looking for a new position, nor had I narrowed my goal as to what I … for coffee?" — suggests that sometimes, all you have to do is ask directly and in no uncertain terms. The next day's …
… of a spectrum and touch on issues including how to ask for a raise and get it, the best way to negotiate an offer, … help from others who have not experienced your problem is just not useful. And of course, there is the dilemma and … are curious. And anyone can submit questions through the website's anonymous form. Even if you are satisfied with your …
… Vasil Kisil & Partners 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 auction announcement is published on the official website of the state body on bankruptcy issues and the …
… Docket Article eDiscovery Predictability in an Unpredictable World Dan Happe Cynthia Rowe Leslie … legal hold. Finally, the hold may be terminated when it is no longer needed so that data is not retained … can limit the scope of discovery, set realistic timelines for document productions, and prevent parties from …
… Docket Article Privacy Now: Is Your Company Willing to Gamble on Vendor Management? K … Publication Date: 06/22/2021 As more data laws are passed, in-house counsel need to understand how they will affect … risk has always been a standard corporate activity for companies, but the prevalence of hosted outsourcing in …
Leaders don’t become leaders without mentors — or their mentees. Brian Ellis has learned this firsthand on his career path to senior vice president and general counsel at Danaher.
… Docket Article Why Mentoring Is the Highlight of a Leader's Career Karmen Fox Publication … I've been able to help.” As the largest public company in the Washington, DC metro area, Danaher employs 70,000 … help to excel in his role. So, Ellis asked a colleague for advice, humbly saying, “I don't get this piece, and if …
… Docket Article An Employment Lawyer’s Guide to Leaning In on DEI Jane Howard-Martin Connie Almond Olesja Cormney … Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) department has a new idea for advancing diversity, one of the first things they do is reach out to their employment counsel to discuss the new …
… Krystal Kovac Publication Date: 08/18/2021 Setting goals for the first 90 days (and beyond) will help you build … many pre-existing exposures and risks on day one, but it is important to remember the risks were there before you … You could also link your bot to a platform, such as Monday.com, so that your tasks are all in one place and the broader …
… to understand common bias types and patterns encountered in the workplace. Resource Details Interest Area: Diversity … encountered in the workplace. The goal. Recognizing bias is the first step toward building a more inclusive workplace. … that specific age groups or generations are more suitable for the job or the assignment. For instance, this bias could …
GCs need to carefully adhere to SEC rules and case law — or their board of directors can become liable. #ACCDocket #Caremark #cybersecurity #boardofdirectors #cyberrisk
… Source: ACC Docket … Banner artwork by bussolati.com Cheat Sheet Cybersecurity is top of mind. Public company boards need to be especially … or partly remote, companies are still responsible for cybersecurity. Cybersecurity and compliance are separate …
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Molas Photos / Shutterstock.com We are extremely grateful for new beginnings, opportunities, and new perspectives in … of the in-house journey "The best thing you can do is to become highly valuable to your organization starting …
Holding fast to the rule of law is not an easy path, but it is the least difficult of all other alternatives, writes James Bellerjeau. #ACC #ACCDocket #CareerPath
… Date: 03/06/2023 Holding fast to the rule of law is not an easy path, but it is the least difficult of all … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by fran_kie / shutterstock.comIn-house counsel are quick to agree to the principle that … also create pressure on management and in-house counsel. For example, employees may demand the company cease doing …
Understanding the business from the client perspective gave Kate Shelby an advantage when she became the first GC at Resultant. Read about her innovations that earned her the #ACCTop30s award. #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel #ACCDocket
… Resource Details … “You aren’t like most attorneys,” is the reaction Kate Shelby gets from her colleagues at … note that she is not quick to say no, and instead looks for ways to solve problems. Strategically solving problems by … achieve meaningful outcomes faster, which helped to get buy-in from management on her plans for the legal division. …
From climate accountability to strategic integration, learn how the GC's unique position enables informed decision-making and mitigates risks in the face of the global green wave. #Greenwashing #Inhouse #ACC #ACCDocket
… by Daren Lin / darenlin.art Cheat Sheet Climate change is global. Boards around the world are facing increased scrutiny for their companies’ environmental impact. Good starting … about environmental goals. Golden Sikorka / Shutterstock.com The board’s fiduciary duty to act in the best interests …
What exactly is a T-Shaped Lawyer? Peter Connor shares how doing business, not just law, can drastically increase in-house legal value. #ACC #ACCDocket #career
… Peter Connor Publication Date: 07/25/2023 What exactly is a T-Shaped Lawyer? Peter Connor shares how doing business, … Docket … Banner artwork by ProStockStudio / Shutterstock.com The first in this series of articles identified some … more value to be more valued. My free book, A New Vision for Corporate Lawyers , outlines the change imperative and …
With AI governance models in focus, learn the practical steps for legal professionals to lead their organizations towards responsible AI practices in this article from Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack and coauthors Humira Noorestani of DigiCounsel and Kassi Burns of King & Spalding. #LegalTech #OpenAI #AIGovernance
… Docket Article Legal Tech: A Guide forIn-house Lawyers Using the NIST Framework Olga V. Mack … Docket … Banner artwork by shaneinsweden / Shutterstock.comIn today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, the role of … lawyers in navigating AI governance and risk management is more crucial than ever. The National Institute of …
Crown Resorts’ Senior Legal Counsel Caterina Cavallaro provides more tips on the importance and benefits of travel and nature in our daily lives. #ACCDocket #WellnessWednesday
… tips on the importance and benefits of travel and nature in our daily lives. #ACCDocket #WellnessWednesday Resource … nature. The beauty of travel and spending time in nature is that they are practices that can be low cost and which you … of Travel writes, “if our lives are dominated by a search for happiness, then perhaps few activities reveal as much …
Make every meeting worthwhile. Learn how with tips from ACC Docket Career Path columnist James Bellerjeau in the series, Master Skills to be Effective In-house Counsel.
#ACCDocket #MindfulMonday #MondayMotivation #meetings
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Nothing sends a signal that you carefully manage your … organizations, how about asking what you would be there for: “I see you invited me to meeting X. Based on the agenda, … if unclear. 5. Use cost-effective locations. Your meeting is not an excuse to travel to an exotic location. Unless the …
Olympians’ reactions to winning silver or bronze are rooted in their comparing themselves to others. Look around you and assess whether you need to change your perspective to appreciate all you have. #ACCDocket #career #MondayMotivation
… reactions to winning silver or bronze are rooted in their comparing themselves to others. Look around you and … Development Source: ACC Docket … By now you know this is probably a trick question. But it illustrates a really … baby. Beat that." If you've any sympathy in you, save it for the poor silver medalists. Bronze medalists are also …
Many companies are transitioning to a hybrid work schedule, but what does that mean for conducting meetings? Tech Toolbox columnist Greg Stern shares his best practices for keeping hybrid meetings efficient and engaging — for those in the office or at home. #ACCDocket
… Docket Article Tech Toolbox: 4 Best Practices for Hybrid Meetings Greg Stern Publication Date: 04/26/2022 … keeping hybrid meetings efficient and engaging — for those in the office or at home. #ACCDocket Resource Details … Docket … One of the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic is that many more employees work remotely more often. Some of …
#ACCTop30s awardee Jonathon Wright built the in-house legal department at Hurco Companies, Inc. and founded a nonprofit to help people experiencing homelessness. But that’s not all. Read more about his accomplishments. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel
… 06/21/2022 #ACCTop30s awardee Jonathon Wright built the in-house legal department at Hurco Companies, Inc. and … a public company group with a global footprint.” Hurco is an industrial technology company specializing in the … machine tool market in the world, imports and exports for various international subsidiaries, tax law in various …
#ACCTop30s awardee Olesja Cormney took a unique path to managing counsel at Toyota Motor North America. Learn about her journey and what she’s accomplishing in her career. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket
… Learn about her journey and what she’s accomplishing in her career. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket Resource Details … … undergrad student in the United States provided a path for Olesja Cormney to rise to her current role as managing … hardworking one, but if you don’t have relationships, it is hard to succeed.” Olesja also pays it forward with her …
Glowforge and its GC Megan Lutes aren’t afraid to stand up for their employees. Read about how the #ACCTop30s awardee is protecting employee healthcare, advocating for DEI, and exploring NFTs. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel
… Glowforge and its GC Megan Lutes aren’t afraid to stand up for their employees. Read about how the #ACCTop30s awardee is protecting employee healthcare, advocating for DEI, and … Resource Details … Standing up for what a company believes inis what led the Glowforge, Inc. executive team and General …
Google Data Center Counsel Benita Lee is in the front seat of a rapidly evolving industry. Read about the innovations that earned her #ACCTop30s award. #inhousecounsel #ACCDocket
… Date: 06/21/2022 Google Data Center Counsel Benita Lee isin the front seat of a rapidly evolving industry. Read about … Japan, resulting in increased capacity and lower latency for Google services and other network operators. Other …
Corporations face unprecedented challenges with rising regulatory investigations and a surge in emerging data types. Stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape of compliance and anti-trust law. #DataGovernance #AntiTrust #EURegulation #ACC #ACCDocket
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Diyajyoti / Shutterstock.comIn the sphere of antitrust regulation, there’s near … agreement that recent escalation in enforcement activity is only the beginning of what will become a groundswell of … concerns are already manifesting in real world matters. For example, in March 2023, the Court of Justice of the …
For in-house counsel and legal departments, proactive compliance with the AI Act is not only a legal obligation but also an opportunity to advance DEI initiatives within their organizations. #ACCDocket #DEI #compliance
… Docket Article The New EU AI Directive: Implications for DEI and Legal Departments Paola Cecchi Dimeglio … legal departments, proactive compliance with the AI Act is not only a legal obligation but also an opportunity to … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by RaffMaster / Shutterstock . com The European Union has taken a significant step forward …
No matter where in the world you are practicing, there are a set of rules and customs for acceptable behavior in the business world. And there are regional customs and preferences that you should know as well. #ACCDocket #culture #knowyourworld
… you are practicing, there are a set of rules and customs for acceptable behavior in the business world. And there are … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by hxdbzxy / Shutterstock.com Imagine, you've joined the kick-off call for a new … While meeting etiquette varies around the world, it is generally a good idea to show up on time. Effective …
Everbridge’s Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Noah Webster, alongside Cooley LLP’s Special Counsel Michael Mencher and Partner Brad Goldberg, suggest several steps in-house counsel should adopt to assist their company’s directors and officers in fulfilling their Caremark obligations. #ACCDocket #inhouse #Caremark
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Gajus / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Mission critical. Directors may be found … to establish reporting systems or ignore those systems for “mission critical” aspects of the business. Evolving … as in the above-discussed post- Marchand cases. Walmart is a highly diversified business with far less concentrated …
Well-being is key to setting yourself on a path for a long, enjoyable, and successful career. Sean Hughes, general counsel at Vanguard Australia, shares tips to help avoid burnout and manage the demands of in-house counsel. #ACCDocket #inhouse #WellBeing #Burnout
… Role Sean Hughes Publication Date: 08/08/2024 Well-being is key to setting yourself on a path for a long, enjoyable, and successful career. Sean Hughes, … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by fizkes / Shutterstock.com The demands of the in-house counsel role can be …
Ever wondered what happens when law enforcement shows up unannounced with a search warrant? From training lessons to mock drills and handy checklists, learn how a proactive approach can safeguard your company’s interests and maintain compliance. #ACC #ACCDocket #SearchWarrant
… Docket Article Under the Microscope: Training for Proper Search Warrant Response Vincent M. Gonzales Alyse … Hitdelight, Triff, Stokkete, and QinJin / Shutterstock.comIn this three-part series, you will learn how to best … a written search warrant response plan and a response team is ineffective unless the team members know how to execute …
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