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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
McGuireWoods
12/02/2014

This is a sample electricity supply contract (retail supplier form).

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contract (US) Author McGuireWoods December 2, 2014 This is a sample electricity supply contract (retail supplier … during the Holdover Period, as set forth on Suppliers’ website at www.supplierswebsite.com under “legal notices and terms.” “Initial Term” means the …
Articles
CMS
05/09/2014

This guide highlights the fact that there is currently significant variation in pension provision throughout Europe, suggesting homogenisation, for the moment at least, remains some distance away.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… CMS May 9, 2014 This guide highlights the fact that there is currently significant variation in pension provision … Pensions Editors: Bernd Roock | Mail: bernd.roock@cms-hs.com Introduction Pension provision varies significantly … member firm in any manner whatsoever. CMS Legal Services website The information held on the CMS Legal Services …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/09/2017
The practice of law is changing rapidly. Lawyers are going in-house faster, in-house legal departments are impacting the business more than ever, and lawyers are constantly adapting to shifts in the way companies conduct business. Here are the five trends we believe are going to disrupt the practice of law, and what we can do to embrace them.
… Bloom Publication Date: 06/09/2017 The practice of law is changing rapidly. Lawyers are going in-house faster, … — not “just” the lawyer in the room. So, how do we prepare for this? Great legal education must resemble business school … needs of legal operations professionals, visit  www.acc.com/legalops . … The practice of law is changing rapidly. …
Articles
Nicholas Rodriguez
07/16/2014

This U.S.-focused article will examine the ATP Tour, Inc. v. Deutscher Tennis Bund, 91 A.3d 554 (Del. 2014) decision and the pending legislation in Delaware that prohibits a fee-shifting bylaw. Next, it will discuss some considerations that Delaware corporations should remember when choosing whether to take the risk in adopting such an amendment to their company bylaws. Finally, this article provides a recommended approach to the fee-shifting bylaw dilemma.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Answering in the affirmative, the court opened the door for non-stock, and potentially traditional stock, … are permissible under Delaware Law; (2) If the bylaw is otherwise valid and enforceable, the bylaw could shift … Companies, DLA PIPER (June 24, 2014), http://www.dlapiper.com/en/us/insights/publications/2014/06/the-ban-on/ . John …
Articles
Brandi Pack, Legal Operations Consultant, UpLevel Ops
12/16/2022
1 pages

Many eagerly await the day when genuinely advanced artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a reality, and we're seeing more and more discussion of AI and another related technology, Bots. Understanding key distinctions between the two can help legal professionals make the best use of each. Both are important and useful in different ways, and this article is an introduction to their capabilities and applications.

Resource Details
Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Harnessing the Power of Bots and AI in Legal Tech: Understanding their Differences and … important and useful in different ways, and this article is an introduction to their capabilities and applications. … efficiency. In some cases, Bots and AI work together. For example, a chatbot might utilize machine learning …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/20/2016

This is a sample RFP for IT services for a company committed to improvement of the environment through the integration of environmental performance considerations into the procurement process including planning, acquisition, use and disposal.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts RFP for IT Services (Data Comm Network) June 20, 2016 This is a sample RFP for IT services for a company committed to … preferable goods and services. ELECTRONIC TENDERING WEBSITE Company has a new website where tenders are posted. …
Articles
James K. Cowan -- general counsel, Computer Resource Team, Inc., attorney, Flippin, Densmore, Morse & Jessee; and Laura Effel -- former general counsel, Garban Companies
03/01/2001

Need help advising nonlegal managers about the questions they should and -- more importantly -- shouldn’t ask job candidates? This article provides a handy checklist for them and a discussion of the relevant law for you.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… r^ r^ v_y Can I Asl< This Question? U r^ he hiring process is the first work­ place hazard facing employers. Many … with Disabilities Act—^Employment Provisions at www.acca.com/protected/legres/ada/fmbada.html. • Rodolfo A. Camacho, … • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website at www.eeoc.gov. • RONALD M. GREEN AND RICHARD J. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2015
This article reviews the findings and recommendations in the report. Some inspire lessons that in-house counsel should take into account for the future. Others, however, reveal misperceptions of the role and abilities of in-house counsel that must be challenged.
… lessons that in-house counsel should take into account for the future. Others, however, reveal misperceptions of the … takes no position on the accuracy of those facts and is not intended to constitute any judgment concerning GM’s … to be any legal definition of the word “vibe,” but the online Urban Dictionary defines it as a “distinctive …
Articles
04/06/2015

This is an Office of the General Counsel memorandum on representation case procedure changes.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Representation Case Procedure Changes April 6, 2015 This is an Office of the General Counsel memorandum on … is eliminated; unnecessary delay is reduced; procedures for Board review are simplified; and rules about documents … 74308. 3 Documents that will be available on the Agency website to the assist in implementing the final rule include: …
Articles
Elena Robles, Abelardo Bernaldez, Carlos Padilla, Carlos Ferran, from Cuesta Campos y Asociados, S.C.
03/13/2017

This short article presents the top ten considerations when assigning an expatriate employee to Mexico from the tax, immigration, corporate and labor perspectives.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Mexico
… Articles Top Ten Legal Implications for Expatriation of Employees to Mexico Author Elena Robles, … require personnel to have responsibilities or mentorship in different countries where subsidiaries are located. Having … should be determined on a case-by-case basis, and is primarily governed by the agreement between the foreign …
Articles
03/01/2018

ACC exclusive research on the APAC region.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
… Docket Region: Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam … Counsel FIND MORE OF ACC’S PEERLESS REPORTS ABOUT THE IN-HOUSE FIELD AT ACC.COM/SURVEYS OR REQUEST BESPOKE STATISTICS AT …
Articles
Alexander D. Gonzalez, Esq.
09/08/2020

In-house counsel often have to juggle contract review, fast turnarounds, and risk management in their day-to-day activities. In this Quick Overview, member author Alex D. Gonzalez Esq. discusses how a busy in-house counsel can deal with an urgent contract review request and maintain company efficiency.

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Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Procurement Contracts and Vendor Management from an In-house Counsel Perspective Author Alexander D. Gonzalez, … you to conduct a legal review of a contract. The contract is on the third-party vendor’s form. The email says that the … contract is business critical and needs to be signed today for various reasons: the pricing is firm only until the close …
Program Materials
Marc Edelman, Peter Hughes, Thomas Knapp, Alexander Winsberg
10/29/2014

With participation in sports fantasy leagues at more than 30 million people in the United States and Canada alone, the increasing impact on our society is undeniable. The question for ACC members, however, is what impact are these fantasy leagues having on the corporate world? Given that employees frequently manage and update their accounts during working hours, should employers and senior management be concerned? Are there viable concerns that intra-office gambling rings are thriving on company-issued hardware and software? How do we handle the various intellectual property issues? Dive into the legal landscape that surrounds these high-paced, high-stakes leagues to garner practical tips and safeguards to keep your company out of the penalty box.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Fantasy Leagues: How Much Is Truly Fantasy and How Much Is a Legal Nightmare? Author … Present. Internet fuels explosive growth. Ø Commissioner.com & RotoNews.com. Ø SportsLine.com, CBSSports.com. Yahoo! … instinct states 3. Negative advisory opinions and/or website language D. Statutory provisions E. Qui tam statutes …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Ynze Kliphuis, LL.M.
06/01/2018

In this article, the issues of living and working in the EU are discussed, along with the permits required by entrepreneurs and their employees to stay and work in the EU.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Netherlands
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … of stay and verify the documents. If the application is rejected, the foreigner can lodge an objection in writing, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/23/2018
For a legal-minded numbers guy like Alasdair Moodie, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s vice president and general counsel of Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), he knew that the chances of receiving the honour were slim. But for the multiple colleagues and peers who nominated him, it wasn’t a surprise when he did.
… of the Year Karmen Fox Publication Date: 05/23/2018 For a legal-minded numbers guy like Alasdair Moodie, Thermo … European General Counsel of the Year ( Lexology ) One in 4,000 — those were the odds to win the Lexology/ACC … As the world leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher is active in most areas of the life sciences and healthcare …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Contoural, Inc.
04/30/2019
9 pages

The Association of Corporate Counsel U.S. States' Privacy Capability Maturity Model provides a detailed maturity model for all aspects of an organization's privacy program. It seeks to gauge program capability across a variety of program elements, taking a "big picture" view on how ready organizations are to comply with these requirements.

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… information on the concepts outlined in this Model is available in the ACC InfoPAK: "Complying with New and … is available on the ACC Information Governance Network Website page or upon request at info@contoural.com. U.S. States' Privacy Laws Capability Maturity Model …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/04/2020
This month’s column will explain, using surprising statistics, why good business communication is important and how to improve your and your company’s communication.
… surprising statistics, why good business communication is important and how to improve your and your company’s …   We can also be transparent in our day-to-day work. For example, I’ve collaborated with fantastic contracts … tools for workplace collaboration.   74 percent of all online adults prefer email as their main method of commercial …
Articles
Christopher Hayes, Nicholas Clifford, Jr., Michael H. Longmeyer, and Jia "Holly" You
11/01/2008

China has seen dramatic economic growth and accompanying legal reforms in recent years, and many companies are now seeking patent protection for their products and technologies in the country. This article provides a basic comparative overview of patent litigation in the United States and China, highlighting their most significant differences.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, United States
… patent laws developed over the past two centuries, China is a civil law country with a relatively short history of … offices are reluctant to intervene in disputes involving com- plicated technical issues. Thus, administrative … Indeed, a defendant’s maintenance of an interactive website that accepts orders may be sufficient to establish …
Articles
Karl Nelson, Svetlana Gans, Andrew Kilberg, Chris Wilson, Claire Piepenburg, and Emma Li (Gibson Dunn)
07/09/2024
4 pages

On April 23, 2024, the US Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 to adopt a sweeping final rule banning the use of non-compete agreements nationwide.

This article provides of an overview of the final rule, which marks an abrupt departure from existing law in many jurisdictions and has drawn almost immediate legal challenges.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … gibsondunn.com 1 April 24, 2024 FTC Issues Final Rule Barring Employee … workers by the FTC’s own estimates.[1] The final rule is presently set to become effective 120 days after its … potential procompetitive value and therefore were reviewed for reasonableness. It also marks a sharp departure from the …
… and nearly half said they plan to terminate a law firm for underperformance in the year ahead, the Association of … On average, CLOs report that their litigation spend is 24 percent of their budget. The educational services … on the ACC CLO 2017 Survey , please visit www.acc.com/closurvey . About ACC: The Association of Corporate …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
06/26/2017

This is a sample client contract policy.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Sample Client Contract Policy June 26, 2017 This is a sample client contract policy. Resource Details Interest … to generate revenues greater than US$10 million annually. For the purposes of this, existing clients are defined as … Procurement intranet site, by clicking the URL [COMPANY WEBSITE]. Purpose of the Policy This policy addresses three …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/05/2022
Singapore is one example of how the litigation landscape has changed dramatically in a few short years. HSBC Singapore’s GC Antony Lee and Francis Goh, a partner at Harry Elias Partnership LLP, offer tips for in-house counsel in Singapore on the new realities of litigation. #ACCDocket #Litigation #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel #ACCSingapore
… Lee Francis Goh Publication Date: 10/05/2022 Singapore is one example of how the litigation landscape has changed … Goh, a partner at Harry Elias Partnership LLP, offer tips for in-house counsel in Singapore on the new realities of … Source: ACC Docket … Andrii Yalanskyi / Shutterstock.com Major changes are taking place in the way disputes are …
Articles
Lauren Becker, Meredith C. Bailey, and Andrew Scroggins
04/03/2019

This is an article on how AI is performing with regard to evaluating employee performance.

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Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Is AI Above the Curve in Evaluating Employee Performance? Author Lauren Becker, … can also adversely impact the performance review process. For example, a manager may overlook employee potential by …
Advocacy Filings
Karen J. Mathis
03/27/2007
8 pages

Letter from the ABA to the SEC advocating a modification to the Commission’s policy as outlined in the 2001 “Seaboard Report”1

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… cooperation credit during investigations. Enclosed is specific proposed language that we believe would … of the Seaboard Report is available on the Commission’s website at … detailed survey results are available at http://www.acca.com/Surveys/attyclient2.pdf. 6 While the Department’s …

Why Environmental Law Should Concern You: ESG, EJ, & PFAS (On-Demand)

Why Environmental Law Should Concern You: ESG, EJ, & PFAS (On-Demand) a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

Of the number of legal issues companies and their in-house counsel face in their day-to-day, environmental considerations may not be a primary focus. However, with the recent uptick in enforcement and renewed focus on environmental policy and regulation at the local, state, and federal level, businesses who don't act to protect themselves could face potential legal ramifications: fines, lawsuits, and negative public perception as well as a possible risk to bottom line profitability.

Join ACC Northeast and Beveridge & Diamond for an informative webinar focusing on three major environmental issues affecting businesses in New England today, including:

  1. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - While implementing ESG considerations is an important tool for managing and mitigating risk on a number of fronts, TD Bank ESG Counsel, Dylan King, will cover why it is increasingly a point of political contention here in the U.S.
  2. Environmental Justice (EJ) - Beveridge & Diamond Associate, Lauren M. Karam, will review how EJ is rapidly evolving on both the state and federal level, and what this means for area businesses.
  3. Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) - New England sits at the leading edge of PFAS regulation and litigation, and is now glimpsing at potential unintended consequences. Beveridge & Diamond Principal, Graham C. Zorn, will cover what has happened so far and what to expect next.


Generously sponsored by ACC Northeast and Beveridge & Diamond PC

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… to Increase,  Survey Points to an Up-and-Coming Partner for Legal Teams: The CIO LAS VEGAS  – The Association of … legal professionals (47%) believe technology adoption is the top non-legal skill needed for the next generation of … in-house counsel.® For more information, visit  www.acc.com  and follow ACC on  LinkedIn ,  Twitter , and  Facebook …
Articles
Matthew Benz
06/01/2014

Fashion, food, wine and revolution – there
is much to be learned from the French, including tips on how to be a better corporate attorney. Taking a cue from Robert Fulghum’s “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” the author discusses lessons that he’s learned as an American lawyer working in-house for a French company.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: France
… June 1, 2014 Fashion, food, wine and revolution – there is much to be learned from the French, including tips on how … counsel for Orange S.A. in Paris. matthew.benz@orange.com 46 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL ALL I REALLY NEED TO … out the headline of a November article on the satirical website The Onion: “Report: Employers Created 40,000 New Jobs …
Articles
Erica J. Wiener and Monica Richman
09/01/2014

More and more companies in the retail sector have been seeking trade dress protection for store design. Earlier this year, the United States Patent Trademark Office granted Apple federal trademark registration for the trade dress of its Apple Store interior. Trade dress, particularly for retail store design, can be an overlooked segment of an otherwise strong trademark portfolio. Read this article to learn more.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… stores with multiple outlets or a national reach, it is important that every store employ a uniform theme so … restaurant décor and, perhaps, the look and feel of a website.1 In the retail arena, trade dress might include … and Trademark Counsel for Revlon. erica.weiner@michaelkors.com Monica Richman is a partner in Dentons IP & Technology …
Articles
Lea Ann King, Megan Belcher, and Miriam Frank
07/01/2017

The in-house journey rarely follows a straight path. Regardless of what lies ahead, remember that a career transition is simply an opportunity to bring visibility to your strengths, and an essential step on the pathway to leadership.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… of what lies ahead, remember that a career transition is simply an opportunity to bring visibility to your … class. This cohort “came up” the ranks together in the com- pany and would try to have lunches to stay connected — a … up on coaching FAQ’s on the International Coach Federation website (www.coachfederaiton.org) and use their directory of …
Articles
Michael R. Henry, Esq., Houser Henry & Syron LLP, Primerus Member
07/29/2013

Guidance on Ontario's extra-provincial registration, the license needed to do business in Ontario if a company is incorporated outside the province.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… the license needed to do business in Ontario if a company is incorporated outside the province. Resource Details … Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Doing business in Ontario? FAQs on Extra-Provincial …
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