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Frank Palmay P.Eng., McMillan LLP
02/22/2013
17 pages

This paper examines recent and developing fines and settlements resulting from the seven corporate sins of corruption and bribery, money-laundering, sanctions-breaking, conspiracy, tax evasion, sharp practice, and mistreatment of customers.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Liechtenstein, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
… strains on governments. Governments everywhere are looking for new sources of revenues without raising taxes. … Trends sponsored by the Insurance Institute of Canada in Toronto on January 17, 2013. Page 2 McMillan LLP  … source of government revenue. Siemens AG Siemens AG is Europe's largest engineering conglomerate. The DOJ and SEC …
Articles
Ashurst
04/01/2014

In this briefing, you will find short, easy-to-follow guides to the main regulations which are changing the route to issuance and beyond. We hope you find it useful.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… and Arrangers As the CLO market shows signs of what is hopefully a sustained recovery on both sides of the … and information for performing stress tests on a website established by ESMA (although as yet there is no such … DC 20006 T: +1 202 912 8000 F: +1 202 912 8050 www.ashurst.com. Attorney advertising; prior results do not guarantee a …
Articles
Brandon Malone, McClure Naismith 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: Scotland
… Naismith LLP 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 …
Articles
Kimathi Kuenyehia Sr and Kafui Baeta, Kimathi & Partners, Corporate Attorneys
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: Ghana
… Attorneys 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
Annia Hsu, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu Singapore LLP
12/01/2020
2 pages

The Apostille Convention facilitates the use of public documents abroad through the use of a simplified one-step process, the apostillisation. This article compares the simplified process under the Act with the current procedure for the authentication and legalisation of public documents for recognition outside of Singapore. The latter will remain applicable for countries that are not signatories to the Apostille Convention.

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Region: Singapore
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career
… the apostillisation. The Apostille Act 2020 (“Act”), which is expected to come into force in 2021, will also transfer … of the date of this publication, SAL has announced on its website that from 20 January 2021, it will handle the … Ohno & Tsunematsu Singapore LLP) annia_hsu@noandt.com Annia Hsu is a Singapore qualified attorney in the …
Articles
10/20/2015

This excerpt from a commercials contract covers exclusivity and limitations of the Producer.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… “name” performers or groups, unless otherwise bargained for. G. No exclusivity rights may be acquired by Producer … I. Producer and principal performer agree that exclusivity is one of the fundamental aspects of this Contract and is one … be permitted to display advertiser logos/IDs on their website (including on the landing page). Producer shall …
Articles
Bird & Bird
02/03/2014

On 22 January 2014 the European Commission adopted a Recommendation with non-binding minimum principles for shale gas instead of the binding Directive as initially sought. Read this article to find out more.

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Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Source: Resource Library
Region: Netherlands
… decline in gas revenues over the next decades, there is a greater potential relevance for shale gas in the future. … /DaXydmMQuQ 1 29 minutes ago 16/05/2014 Most read on our website right now: European Court's Google Spain judgement: … the Netherlands: Key industry updates http://www.twobirds.com/en/news/articles/2013/dutch/shale-gas... 1 of 4 5/16/14 …
Articles
Mark Roellig, Marc Walters
10/24/2011

This article covers why building a diverse and inclusive legal team is essential to obtaining superior results.

… covers why building a diverse and inclusive legal team is essential to obtaining superior results. Resource Details … the company. Communicate diversity and inclusion on your website One obvious but often overlooked way to communicate … Group. He can be contacted at mroellig49@massmutual.com. Marc Walters is a senior attorney at Microsoft …
Program Materials
10/01/2004

The policy conclusions expressed in this report address the mechanisms of public corporation governance in the United States, with particular emphasis on the role of lawyers. The aim of the report was to examine public corporation governance mechanisms to determine how they might be modified in ways that would enhance corporate responsibility.

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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 Chair's Forum: Wearing More Hats Than a Hydra Has … of Periodic Report Filing Dates and Disclosure Concerning Website Access to Reports, Sep. 5, 2002, available at …
Articles
Allen & Overy
10/01/2013

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently emphasised the importance of its responsibilities in relation to the prevention of financial crime within those sectors of the UK financial services industry that it regulates. The term “financial crime” encompasses a broad range of areas that are relevant for UK and international financial institutions, including: data security, money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery and corruption, fraud and sanctions breaches.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Kingdom
… encompasses a broad range of areas that are relevant for UK and international financial institutions, including: … which FCA-regulated firms can be used for financial crime is a priority for the FCA as part of its wider objective to … that it will normally be appropriate to publish on its website a summary of the allegations made against a firm or …
Articles
F. Sheffield Hale
04/01/2008

Nonprofit organizations continue to grow in number; in doing so, they have attracted scrutiny and are no longer able to "relax" when it comes to corporate governance. This article distills those governance practices that are most applicable and easily adapted by nonprofits, and provides examples of relevant governance documents that can be adapted to any nonprofit with minimum effort.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… real accountability to outside constituents. What company is more “public” than one that depends on annual individual … these practices, and the documents which implement them on com- pany governance internet sites. Many of these practices … Committee charters must be posted on the organiza- tion’s website. The charter, which sets forth the areas of the …
Articles
Johan Billiet, Billiet & Co and Tatiana Proshkina, Association for International Arbitration
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: Belgium
… Billiet, Billiet & Co and Tatiana Proshkina, Association for International Arbitration 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 …
Articles
Mia Farber, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
David R. Golder, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
Eric R. Magnus, Co-Leader, Jackson Lewis, Class Actions and Complex Litigation Practice Group
11/17/2022
18 pages

As we settle into the second half of the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is reason for optimism. But, unfortunately, the outbreak of COVID-19- related litigation is still in its infancy.

COVID-19-related class action filings persist, largely in the form of wage and hour claims. Pandemic-induced layoffs have prompted lawsuits under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Negligence lawsuits have been filed by employees alleging to have contracted COVID-19 at the workplace or contending a family member fell ill because the employee brought the virus home from work.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… half of the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is reason for optimism. But, unfortunately, the outbreak of COVID-19- … your subscription should be sent to contactus@jacksonlewis.com or Jackson Lewis P.C. 666 Third Avenue, New York, NY …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2017
When an organization is blind to where its data resides and what is in it, it becomes impossible both to meet preservation obligations and comply with GDPR’s guidelines to protect and delete sensitive data. By understanding the full scope of the data, counsel can begin to assess the legal requirements involved with it.
… Barassi Publication Date: 11/01/2017 When an organization is blind to where its data resides and what is in it, it … to the organization. Preserve and protect. It is essential for legal departments to understand that preservation and … meet privacy and preservation demands. Leadership buy-in: The first step is a strategic decision made by …
Articles
Rodrigo Jijón Letort and Juan Manuel Marchán, Pérez Bustamante & Ponce
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: Ecuador
… & Ponce 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
Rob Hellewell and Michelle Mattei
09/01/2014

Although the Asia-Pacific region has yet to implement a standardized process for conducting ediscovery, most Asian countries have blocking statutes or privacy laws that restrict the transfer of personal data — generally defined as any data that can identify an individual — outside their borders.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand
… data. ACC DOCKET SEPTEMBER 2014 27 Rob Hellewell is an attorney and vice president at Xerox Litigation Services. rob.hellewell@xerox.com Michelle Mattei is operations officer for the Law & … its service as the acquiring bank for an infringing website suggested it acted in bad faith.5 ■■ In 2011, the …
Articles
Jill Greene and Melody Wirz
12/01/2010

How do you put a price on intellectual property? A thorough IP due diligence effort is key. When dealing with intangible assets, in- house counsel must examine every facet of commercial transactions. Unaddressed issues — base technology, scope of protection and pre-existing contracts, to name a few — could prove catastrophic. read this feature and prepare yourself for an IP negotiation.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Whose Idea Is It Anyway? 10 IP Issues in Deals Author Jill Greene and … applica- tions may be found by searching the patent office website for the appropriate jurisdiction (e.g., www.uspto.gov … Greene can be contacted at jgreene@ s4energysolutions.com. MELODy WIRz is an associate in the Houston IP group of …
Articles
Thomas J. McGuire, General Counsel, Silver Fern Healthcare, LLC
08/17/2021

In the in-house world, sometimes you need to strike your own path to success. In this Top Ten, find the most valuable and critical characteristics you can learn in order to succeed.

Resource Details
Region: Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC
… Articles Law and the 10 “Ls”: Practical Advice for Succeeding in an In-house Counsel Role Author Thomas J. McGuire, General … CLO / GC … Key Takeaways - Learning about the business is essential to succeed in-house. - Be prepared to simplify …
Program Materials
Robert B. Lamm -- senior vice president - corporate governance and secretary, Computer Associates International, Inc.; Bronwen Mantlo -- attorney, Eli Lilly & Company; Tina S. Van Dam -- corporate secretary, The Dow Chemical Company
10/01/2004

808 - Shareholder Access to Company Proxy

Resource Details
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 808:Shareholder Access to Company Proxy Robert B. Lamm … letters will be posted on the Commission's Internet website ( ). We do not edit personal information, such as …
Program Materials
Michael Hawthorne, Nick Wittich, and Renata Baker
10/01/2016

This presentation addresses how to respond when management requests access to key documents.

… and securities transactions. 4 Renata Baker Renata is an Associate General Counsel for Corporate Transactions at … response email Yes, no response email 19 Vendors Vendor Website Profile Box Virtual Data Room https://www.box.com http://datarooms.org/boxvdr Brainloop Secure Dataroom …
Articles
By Dr. Samuel Bussmann
03/06/2014

Many Swiss operations of international groups benefit from special tax regimes. Switzerland will introduce significant changes to these special tax regimes in order to be compliant with international standards and to maintain its attractiveness as a location for international business. This article is addressed to tax directors of international groups with operations in Switzerland.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… as a location for international business. This article is addressed to tax directors of international groups with … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Switzerland: Significant Changes in the Tax Landscape …
Articles
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
10/30/2014

This article provides some tips for using your mobile device more safely and securely to help you achieve your financial goals.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Tips When Using Mobile Devices for Financial Services Author Consumer Financial Protection … track spending, and manage money. Using mobile devices is a lot like using a computer, and you should use similar … links that are sent to you by an email address or on a website or app that you don’t recognize. When using free or …
Event
Start Date: 01/16/2025 | 1:23 AM
… Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit. ChatGPT and other human-language … how we interact with technology and information. Like any new innovation, the use and misuse of ChatGPT and other AI …
Articles
11/01/2013

This booklet contains two discrete but complementary dispute resolution procedures offered by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… (ICC). Arbitration under the ICC Arbitration Rules is a formal procedure leading to a binding decision from a … together in this booklet in answer to the growing demand for a holistic approach to dispute resolution techniques. … into several languages and can be downloaded from the ICC website. FOREWORD 03 ARbitRAtiOn RulEs 07 introductory …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2012
From implementing new projects to forming relationships across cultures, Smith’s mantra is patience and persistence.
… to forming relationships across cultures, Smith’s mantra is patience and persistence. Resource Details … Assistant … advice and quotes — life lessons and things I’ve learned — for my two young daughters.” Being persistent Chris Smith joined HMMA, Hyundai’s first manufacturing plant in the United States, in 2006, when the plant was still in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/22/2021
As more data laws are passed, in-house counsel need to understand how they will affect vendor relationships.
… 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
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/21/2022
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 in is what led the Glowforge, Inc. executive team and General …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/29/2024
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 …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/06/2017
With Rubin’s guidance, Aon’s legal department deployed the Law Department Strategic Improvement Project — a multi-faceted program that earned a 2016 ACC Value Champion Award for Aon.
… program that earned a 2016 ACC Value Champion Award for Aon. Resource Details Interest Area: Law Department … learn from each other how to do more with even less. “Ops” is a current industry buzzword, and more and more legal … Client Solutions Team an email at  LawDepartmentOps@ACC.com . … With Rubin’s guidance, Aon’s legal department …
Articles
Jalal El Ahdab and Myriam Eid*, Ginestié Magellan Paley-Vincent in association with Ahdab Law Firm
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.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Saudi Arabia
… Ahdab Law Firm 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 …
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