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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
08/10/2018
3 pages

Demonstrate your individual commitment to diversity and inclusion by completing at least five action items on this checklist during the year. To the extent possible, we ask them to select at least one action item in each of the three categories.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… possible, we ask them to select at least one action item in each of the three categories. Resource Details Interest … of Diverse Talent • Review and use the Process Flow for Filling Home Office Law Department Openings when filling … diversity in the legal profession for the Law & Regulation website. • Serve on a bar association’s Diversity Committee. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/11/2023
Is being an in-house lawyer a legal or operational role? Elevate General Counsel and COO Steve Harmon introduces his new Docket column focused on maximizing business value. #ACCDocket #legalops
… Steve Harmon Liam Brown Publication Date: 01/11/2023 Is being an in-house lawyer a legal or operational role? … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by kentoh / Shutterstock.com Expertise in a practice area is table stakes for an in-house role. However, law departments do not …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/23/2020
Collaboration is also the lynchpin of creating an effective compliance and ethics program and culture of compliance. Technology can play a huge role in building that culture.
… Greg Stern Publication Date: 12/23/2020 Collaboration is also the lynchpin of creating an effective compliance and … any corporation compliance program “is adequately designed for maximum effectiveness in preventing and detecting … in which the tone from the top was clear that the online training courses were a necessary evil, to be …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2015
Under Mexico’s law, employees are entitled to a share in the company’s profits, currently calculated on the basis of 10 percent of the company’s pre-tax income. However, new companies are exempted from this requirement during their first year of operation. In addition, the highest-ranking officer of a company is not entitled to this benefit.
… Docket Article Mexico: It’s Time for Profit Sharing! Mónica Schiaffino Carlos Ferrán … Under Mexico’s law, employees are entitled to a share in the company’s profits, currently calculated on the basis … In addition, the highest-ranking officer of a company is not entitled to this benefit. Resource Details Interest …
Benchmarking and Research Data
09/08/2015

IN-HOUSE LAWYERS IN EUROPE HAVE A LOT TO SAY.

Find out more with the 2015 ACC Chief Legal Officers Europe Report. This report spotlights top legal and business concerns weighing on CLOs in European corporate legal departments. CLOs from the region identified emerging trends, business priorities, budget, staffing changes, and more as their top concerns.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
… budgets, resources and law departments including top areas for growth in the coming year. DISCOVER INSIGHT from more … All rights reserved. For more information, go to www.acc.com/surveys. ACC CHIEF LEGAL OFFICERS 2015 SURVEY EUROPE … u r vey s T he ACC Chief Legal Officers Europe 2015 Survey is a special report from the Association of Corporate Counsel …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2016
If you ask Chan about his legal career, he will tell you that his journey from firm to global in-house counsel was a result of “jumping at the opportunity.”
… he will tell you that his journey from firm to global in-house counsel was a result of “jumping at the … Gerard Chan, vice president of EMEA and Asia Pacific for Symantec, has played a crucial role in fostering Asia’s … try law. I stuck with it, enjoyed it, and everything else is history,” he says. After completing law school at the …
Articles
10/06/2015
10 pages

This article is an overview of the current energy mix in Switzerland, and the place of different energy sources in the market

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… - Switzerland October 6, 2015 10 pages This article is an overview of the current energy mix in Switzerland, and … 272 GLI - Energy Third Edition 225 www.globallegalinsights.com © Published and reproduced with kind permission by Global … for the fi rst time. According to an announcement on its website, ElCom will base its decision regarding timing on the …
… Events From AI to ESG: New Developments & Proactive Strategies in Data Breach Response Available On-Demand - Publication … eCommerce , Compliance and Ethics Details & Registration … In the last year, 53 percent of companies have experienced a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
Not having a government investigation end in a tragedy is largely contingent on planning, preparing, and executing a plan of action. In-house and outside counsel must have a cohesive objective and should work together to set the stage well before the investigators appear on the scene.
… Date: 05/01/2017 Not having a government investigation end in a tragedy is largely contingent on planning, preparing, and executing a … there is a possibility that the company will be headed for litigation. In-house counsel should provide senior …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/11/2017
“Breaking Down Big Data” is a new column written by members of the ACC big data sub-committee. Here, they discuss how to manage the ever-changing big data issues in the legal field.
… Kang Publication Date: 09/11/2017 “Breaking Down Big Data” is a new column written by members of the ACC big data … discuss how to manage the ever-changing big data issues in the legal field. Resource Details Interest Area: … be applied, the legal standards under specific regulations for de-identifying personal information, and the effect …
Articles
Patricia Monemvasitis, Esq. & Kim Leontiev, Esq.
05/20/2015

This article deals with recent dubious marks versus the prohibition of scandalous trade marks under the Trade Marks Act.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Notes on a Scandal: Some Recent Dubious Marks Versus the … io n targe t ing of fe ns iv e trade mark applic at io ns is fo und in Sect io n 42 of the Trade Mark Act 1995 ( Ct h) …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
09/12/2019
7 pages

United States

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Region: United States
… financial risks. It also reviews the Company’s policies for risk assessment and steps management has taken to control … 3. Board Size. The Board believes that up to 9 members is an appropriate size based on the Company’s present … Whistleblower Policy, which is available on the Company's website under Corporate Governance (“website link”). 20. …
Articles
Holwell Shuster & Goldberg LLP
07/17/2018

This short article provides ten tips to help in-house counsel in the United States manage their company's risk when interacting with former employees.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… July 17, 2018 This short article provides ten tips to help in-house counsel in the United States manage their company's … Library Region: United States … When an employee who is leaving or has left the Company is also a witness, counsel … in this process. 3. Obtain agreements to cooperate for key employees . Where a departing employee is receiving …
Articles
Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Esq. and Kristalyn J. Loson, Esq.
02/12/2014

Although it might not be the document most commonly on the minds of nonprofit directors, officers or staff, bylaws form the backbone of governance for nonprofit organizations; they are a very important document. This article covers some of the most important things to remember when drafting bylaws.

… officers or staff, bylaws form the backbone of governance for nonprofit organizations; they are a very important … bylaw reviews are key to ensure both that the organization is compliant with the state of the law and that the bylaws … reflect enough flexibility to accommodate the manner in which the organization's operates today. 1. Understand …
Articles
Martina Zdechovanova and Andrea Farinic Stefancikova, PETERKA & PARTNERS
06/10/2014

This Top Ten provides some hints an investor and in-house counsel should keep in mind when doing business and dealing wtih Value Added Tax (VAT) in Slovakia.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Slovakia
… 10, 2014 This Top Ten provides some hints an investor and in-house counsel should keep in mind when doing business and … , PETERKA & PARTNERS Although Value Added Tax (VAT) is, to a great extent, subject to European Union (EU) … in mind when doing business in Slovakia. 1. Registration for VAT In Slovakia, there are, in practice, two main ways …
Articles
Mark Roellig and Christine Gouin
10/01/2012

A great legal department is like a car: It’s an important investment that requires regular maintenance. Similarly, when you invest in your paralegals and other legal professionals, it’s like giving your in-house team a tune-up. Learn how to hire and develop in-house legal professionals who will keep your department running smoothly.

… Christine Gouin October 1, 2012 A great legal department is like a car: It’s an important investment that requires … Washington. He can be contacted at mroellig49@massmutual.com. CHRISTINE GOUIN is a paralegal in the Corporate Law … ment. This includes the use of the legal department’s website, explanation of the organization and department …
Articles
Lex Mundi Real Estate group
01/30/2017

This guide provides an overview of the important issues involved in the financing of real estate projects, including such topics as the method for creating a security interest or lien on real property, interest rate limitations, and licensing requirements for lenders in each jurisdiction.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Channel Islands, Chile, Colombia, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Jersey, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Uruguay
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Real Estate III: Issues Relating to Finance A Global … Mundi Real Estate Group Global Practice Guide This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Global Practice Guide Series which … of Finance announces the current "market rate" on its website. For second mortgages, the parties may agree to any …
Advocacy Filings
ACC
10/22/2007

ACC's International Practice Almanac (IPA) is a unique and incredibly valuable tool, providing you with guidance on the crucial questions you need to answer before engaging in or retaining legal services in countries around the globe. Search the rules of practice, professional responsibility, bar regulation and privilege protection by country. IPA covers the regulation of the practice of law in these countries, including the US states and territories, the provinces of Canada, the member states of the EU, and a number of Asian/Pacific Rim jurisdictions.

… 21, 2007 ACC's International Practice Almanac (IPA) is a unique and incredibly valuable tool, providing you with … Counsel (ACC): for more information go to www.acc.com August 2006 Page 1 of 23 WASHINGTON DC WASHINGTON DC … pertaining to the D.C. Bar is available at the D.C. Bar website at: www.dcbar.org. WASHINGTON DC INTERNATIONAL …
Articles
James R. Buckley - Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Lockheed Martin Corporation; Tiffani Alexander.
11/29/2007

Because in-house counsel are often legal generalists, the need for someone with specialized experience may often arise in the law department. James R. Buckley has had to venture into the outside counsel world to find talent to assist Lockheed Martin in a few legal matters. Here are some tips and insights into working with outside counsel and cultivating relationships with outside counsel.

… certain common objectives. and like any relationship, it is important that they understand your company, and that you … (april 2005). He can be contacted at james.r.buckley@lmco.com. Tips & Insights: Managing the Outside Counsel … said his department is con- stantly raiding the aCC website for articles in these areas. “We try to keep up with …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/23/2015

This is a sample company blogging and comment policy.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Company Blogging and Comment Policy December 23, 2015 This is a sample company blogging and comment policy. Resource … imperfectly, as way to make this blog a trusted voice in the explication and criticism of journalism and language … as necessary promptly and politely. 8- Strive for the best writing and analysis that I am capable of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/20/2017
With more than 20 years of in-house legal and business experience, including at well-known brands like Accenture and Visa, Marina Gracias is relishing her relatively new role as general counsel and corporate secretary of Varo Money.
… well-known brands like Accenture and Visa, Marina Gracias is relishing her relatively new role as general counsel 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
Deborah Ben-Canaan of Major, Lindsey & Africa
08/01/2016
2 pages

Looking for ways to move forward in your career? In this article, learn how to define your own success and what you need to succeed in your career.

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Region: Australia
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House
… of Major, Lindsey & Africa August 1, 2016 2 pages Looking for ways to move forward in your career? In this article, … 2016 Since we are talking about a title, how important is one? Once again, this depends on your goal. A title is … firm. acla_journal_mar16.indd 8 4/03/2016 1:37 PM acla.acc.com 9VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1 – AUTUMN 2016 Is there anything our …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/15/2017

This is a sample standard lease agreement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Standard Leaase Agreement April 15, 2017 This is a sample standard lease agreement. Resource Details … limited liability company ( Landlord ), whose address for purposes hereof is [LANDLORD ADDRESS], and [TENANT], a … be entitled to assign this Lease to an unaffiliated entity buying all or substantially all of the assets of Tenant …
Articles
Hassan Elhais, Al Rowaad Advocates & Legal Consultants
01/06/2015

This article describes arbitration in the UAE, specifically, terms of reference, enforcing arbitration awards, and challenging an arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United Arab Emirates
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Arbitration in the UAE (Parts III, IV and V of V) By: … d by the Term s of Refe re nc e . Term s of Refe re nc e is a docum e nt used within inte rnat io nal arbit rat io n …
Articles
Christine Ho, Senior Legal Operations Manager, Confluent
02/16/2023

When Christine Ho and her team at Confluent began to consider a CLM implementation, her biggest fear was that they would go through a long, painful, drawn-out process and end up overpromising and under-delivering on the potential for success we knew was possible. In this article, she's outlined a few of the lessons they learned along the way in the hopes that they can inspire and assist other Legal Ops teams going through this exciting but challenging process. 

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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
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… end up overpromising and under-delivering on the potential for success we knew was possible. In this article, she's … 2: Technology Doesn’t Fix a Flawed Process Technology is a powerful tool that we can leverage to get things done … et al. “Secrets to Implementation Success.” Mckinsey.com, McKinsey & Company, 1 July 2015, …
Articles
Michael Broeders, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP
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: Netherlands
… Bruckhaus Deringer LLP 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 …
Articles
Bill Mordan, Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
05/01/2012
1 pages

In this column, the author discusses how the ACC Value Challenge can help save your company money, and in turn, help you get promoted.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Request a trial membership . … CareerPath BILL MORDAN is senior vice president and general counsel for Reckitt … Practice Award. he can be contacted at bill.mordan@rb.com. I t won’t be your awesome intellect. your inspiring … If you visit the aCC Value Challenge section of aCC’s website, you will find a wide array of tips and techniques …
Program Materials
Paula Barrett - partner, Eversheds LLP; Eugene M. FitzMaurice - former counsel, Towers Perrin; and Giuseppe Sanna - ACC Europe Secretary of the Board, Head of Advocacy
04/20/2004

A presentation giving an international perspective on privacy law.

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 103:International Privacy Law Paula Barrett Partner … (HHS has established a civil rights office, and its website is www.hhs.gov/ocr/hipaa . A full listing of required …
Event
Start Date: 01/29/2025 | 12:30 PM
… Details & Registration … Join us on January 29, 2025.  All in-house counsel are welcome. 5 Hrs of CA CLE Credit … Pizza Lunch Delivery. 8:30AM - 9:30AM / LAWYERS CONCERNED FOR LAWYERS PENNSYLVANIA  When Good Enough Isn’t Good Enough … When the pressure placed on lawyers externally to succeed is outweighed by the pressure lawyers place upon themselves, …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/28/2017

This is a sample company employment handbook.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… and Contracts JKL Company Handbook May 28, 2017 This is a sample company employment handbook. Resource Details … POS Computer System………………………………………………………………………. 11 Theft in the Workplace…………………………………………………………………………….. 11 Substance … and Inquiries………………………………………………………………… 12 Rules of Conduct for Electronic Communication Systems……………………………………. 12 Rules …
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