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01/12/2017

2016 Advocacy Summary

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Region: United States
…  international  bar  association  comprised  solely  of  in-­‐house  attorneys,  ACC  provides  a  unique  and …  February  with  the  Office  of  National  Coordinator  for  Health  Information  Technology  (ONC),  continuing  a …  Director  of  Advocacy  and  Public  Policy  m.blatch@acc.com  (202)  677-­‐4775    J.D.  White  Associate  Director …
Advocacy Filings
03/13/2007

Written Testimony of Andrew Weissmann, Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, & Homeland Security of the Committee on the Judiciary, "The McNulty Memorandum's Effect on the Right to Counsel in Corporate Investigations"

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… "The McNulty Memorandum's Effect on the Right to Counsel in Corporate Investigations" Resource Details Interest Area: … at the law firm of Jenner & Block in New York. I served for 15 years as an Assistant United States Attorney in the … blows but fair ones in combating corporate crime. The bill is a recognition that the issue raised by current DOJ policy …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/24/2017
Often, lawyers who are interested in moving to a privacy role may come from a legal, compliance, or, in rare cases, an information security role. But even if you are not interested in a new focus, how do you help guide your company in considering a person who is looking to transition? As in-house counsel, you may be in a key position to influence the job expectations and description and perhaps even the hiring. Let’s look at each of these three fields.
… Date: 11/24/2017 Often, lawyers who are interested in moving to a privacy role may come from a legal, … do you help guide your company in considering a person who is looking to transition? As in-house counsel, you may be in … … Privacy seems to be the hottest new field opening up for both lawyers and non-lawyers, and one that is an  equal …
Paul A. Davies, Nicola Higgs, Sophie Lamb QC, Ryan J. Maierson, Colleen C. Smith, Michael D. Green, and Edward R. Kempson
02/15/2021

Despite concerns early in 2020 that the pandemic would impact the growth of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, the opposite proved to be the case with political and investor momentum aligning and ESG initiatives surging in the climate of “building back better”. This growth will likely accelerate in 2021, particularly as leading economies and financial centres in the US, China, the EU, and the UK make political and legislative commitments focused on ESG and investors double down on their ESG demands.

This second instalment of Latham’s annual 10 Things to Look Out For blog post highlights ESG-related developments and trends to anticipate in 2021.

… ESG in 2021: 10 Things to Look Out For Author Paul A. Davies, … reduce greenhouse emissions by 68% by 2030 . The EU, which is also committed to achieving net zero by 2050, has raised …
Articles
Thomson Reuters Legal Managed Services
05/01/2016

This resource presents ten key considerations about developing an effective Document Retention Policy (DRP) that can be used in the United States.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Top 10 Tips for Building a Document Retention Policy (United States) … effective Document Retention Policy (DRP) that can be used in the United States. Resource Details Interest Area: … retain certain documents. Furthermore, a prudent DRP that is enforced and followed by employees may be a lifesaver in
Articles
Andrew D. Keetch, akeetch@canteyhanger.com, Partner, Cantey Hanger, LLP, a Meritas Firm
03/16/2016

This Top Ten discusses considerations for managing your risks before finalizing a plan for a United States capital improvement project.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Project Author Andrew D. Keetch, akeetch@canteyhanger.com, Partner, Cantey Hanger, LLP, a Meritas Firm March 16, 2016 This Top Ten discusses considerations for managing your risks before finalizing a plan for a United … to pursue a capital improvement project. Whether this is a new warehouse or a distribution facility for your goods, …
Program Materials
Edward Boyle, Lawrence Cooke, Michael Martinez, Joelle Quilla, Jonathan Robbins
10/19/2016

A panel of experienced in-house lawyers and industry professionals will address the viability of the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine relating to corporate communications, specifically regarding internal and external public relations professionals and other third parties. With more and more sensitive information at the disposal of internal and outside parties, diligence is paramount. The audience will walk away from this session with a thorough understanding of what falls under attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine and how to best maintain those protections, as well as a checklist of considerations for future reference.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… at the disposal of internal and outside parties, diligence is paramount. The audience will walk away from this session … protections, as well as a checklist of considerations for future reference. Resource Details Interest Area: … Marriott International Michael.Martinez@marriott.com Edward P. Boyle Partner Venable LLP New York
Articles
Daniel B. Garrie, Senior Managing Partner, Law & Forensics LLC
04/08/2019

The long-term impact of outside devices cannot fully be realized as technology and the court's adjudication of such devices are constantly evolving. The following tips will assist counsel in understanding the territory.

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Source: Resource Library
Collection: GDPR
Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, CLO / GC, Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles Top Ten Tips for Managing the "Bring Your Own Device to the Workplace" … as technology and the court's adjudication of such devices is constantly evolving. The following tips will assist … For Windows phones, users can log onto www.windowsphone.com and remotely locate and erase their devices. Blackberry …
Articles
Steve Hughes
07/17/2007

The interview you never thought you would read: Aristotle and Steve Hughes sit down to discuss the state of in-house counsel presenting and speaking in 21st century America. Read on to find out what he has to say about presenting with a goal and making sure that what you say is of benefit to your audience.

… presenting with a goal and making sure that what you say is of benefit to your audience. Resource Details Interest … the way, if you are wondering why Aristotle was selected for the interview, Cicero and Demonsthenes were unavailable … in April). He can be reached at steve@ hityourstride.com. ACC Docket 70 July/August 2007 SH: Keeping in mind we …
Articles
10/05/2015

This article shows arbitration practitioners involved in a trust arbitration.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… . … ASA Special Series No. 41 S orts Arbitration:p A Coach for Other Players? Elliott Geisinger Elena Trabaldo - de … have never been involved in a tr ust arbitration. This is not really .surprising: until recently, trust lit igation … risks, but equally the z3 http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2005-06-12/news/0506120282_]_penny-pritzker- …
Advocacy Filings
10/01/1997

A motion for leave to file brief and an attached brief regarding the critical importance both to corporations engaged in interstate commerce that receive legal advice and representation from out-of-state lawyers and to the attorneys (whether in-house or outside counsel) who provide such multi-state services.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Advocacy Filings Motion for Leave to File a Brief for Amici Curiae and Brief forin this Court. The American Corporate Counsel Association is a non-profit national bar association for in-house … Washington, DC 20036-5425. 202/293-4103. webmistress@acca.com. © Copyright 1998 American Corporate Counsel Association. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2020
When it comes to risk management, it is impossible to separate legal or regulatory compliance from technology, declares Bassel C. Korkor. True to this maxim, Bassel leverages emerging technology to help businesses meet compliance obligations and manage risk effectively.
… Date: 07/01/2020 When it comes to risk management, it is impossible to separate legal or regulatory compliance from … effectively. It’s a strategy he’s employed throughout his in-house career as vice president of risk management at … and access history. Automating internal controls allows for more efficient regulatory compliance oversight. In
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/18/2022
Know the data you need to acquire to set up a thoughtful and deliberate —and legally compliant — DE&I program with your HR department. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel #generalcounsel #DE&I
… Docket Article Data-based DEI Initiatives in Human Resources Association of Corporate Counsel … before starting a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is essential toward setting the right direction for human resources (HR) from hiring to daily management.   …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/05/2016

This is a sample confidentiality agreement between a company and receiver where the company is prepared to make available to the receiving party certain information concerning the business, operations and assets of the Company.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement between Company and Receiver April 5, 2016 This is a sample confidentiality agreement between a company and … transaction with the Company (the"Transaction"), and, in order to assist the Receiving Party in evaluating the … Party, in each case who need to know such information for the purpose of evaluating a Transaction on the Receiving …
Checklists
Jackson Lewis P.C.
06/10/2021
2 pages

How can the workplace violence assessment approach help employers meet their obligations to keep the workplace and workforce safe from harm? In this checklist, learn more about the historical context, critical factors and next steps to take in order to ensure a peaceful and safe work environment.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… of some form of workplace violence. Workplace violence is not limited to physical acts or verbal threats against … information on this topic can be found at www.jacksonlewis.com. ©2020 Jackson Lewis P.C. This material is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to …
Articles
Practical Law Company
12/03/2014
28 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of the lending mark, forms of security over assets, special purpose vehicles in secured lending, quasi-security, negative pledge, guarantees and loan agreements in the United Arab Emirates.

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Interest Area: Financial Services
Region: United Arab Emirates
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … for security interests; problem assets over which security is difficult to grant; risk areas for lenders; structuring … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Articles
Global Legal Group
03/07/2024
302 pages

This guide provides corporate counsel and international practitioners with comprehensive jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction guidance to employment and labor laws and regulations around the world.

Topics covered include terms and conditions of employment, employee representation and industrial relations, discrimination, maternity and family leave rights, and business sales.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: Argentina, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Philippines, Portugal, Romania, Senegal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia
… 2024 Employment & Labour Law Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Kingdom +44 207 367 0720 info@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … concerned companies must also publish each year, on their website or, in the absence of a website, by any other means, …
Articles
Victor A. Warnement -- Assistant General Counsel, Bank of America Corporation; Michael J. Missal -- Partner, Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP; Leigh P. Freund -- Associate, Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP
04/30/2001

Have you ever wondered what you’d need to do first if the SEC began investigating your company? One of the coauthors of this article worked for the SEC and has developed a checklist for you, along with a thorough discussion of the various paths you could take and the pros and cons for each of them. Keep this article handy. It could help you get your heart to start beating again in those first few critical moments when you hear of an impending enforcement investigation.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and Exchange Commission ("SEC" or "Commission"). It is a sub­ poena directing your company to produce within two … the time allowed, the staff may believe that you or your com­ pany is not giving the investigation the attention or … National Association of Securities Dealers. Inc. ("NASD"), website, "NASD Regulation," at www.nasdr.com. Frank C. …
Advocacy Filings
09/12/2006

Testimony of Andrew Weissmann, Before the Senate Committee on the Judiciary Regarding The Thompson Memorandum's Effect on the Right to Counsel in Corporate Investigations Tuesday, September 12, 2006

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… The Thompson Memorandum's Effect on the Right to Counsel in Corporate Investigations Tuesday, September 12, 2006 … at the law firm of Jenner & Block in New York. I served for 15 years as an Assistant United States Attorney in the … privilege. It offers no guidance, however, about when it is appropriate to do so and when the government should …
Articles
05/19/2015

This article is a case law pertaining to trademarks.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
… Fasteners ET AL., ET AL. May 18, 2015 This article is a case law pertaining to trademarks. Resource Details … but  has  been prepared  by  the  Reporter  of Decisions  for  the  convenience  of  the  reader.  See United States v. … products,  and  consumers  sometimes  call  the  wrong  com- pany to place orders.  …
Articles
Bronwyn Lincoln, Partner at Corrs Chambers Westgarth
06/01/2016
2 pages

Developing dispute resolution protocols is essential to maintaining an efficient workplace. In this article, in-house counsel can learn how to develop their dispute resolution strategy, how to gain buy-in from fellow employees, and how to manage commercial different disputes, large and small.

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Region: Australia, Global
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… 1, 2016 2 pages Developing dispute resolution protocols is essential to maintaining an efficient workplace. In this … disputes come in different shapes and sizes – what works for the resolution of one dispute, might not help at all in … distribution and licensing agreements. acla.acc.com 39VOLUME 26, ISSUE 4 – SUMMER 2016 courts will have …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Baker Botts
02/15/2017

This is a sample agreement regarding information that is proprietary, non-public or confidential concerning the Company.

… Agreement Author Baker Botts February 15, 2017 This is a sample agreement regarding information that isIn consideration of being furnished such information for the purpose of such analysis, you hereby agree to the … at Baker Botts at (212) 408-2557 or bill.lamb@bakerbotts.com . Each party hereto agrees that Baker Botts is an express …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/28/2015

This is a subsidiary guarantee agreement.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Subsidiary Guarantee Agreement December 28, 2015 This is a subsidiary guarantee agreement. Resource Details … Guarantors party hereto, any other Person (as defined in the [CREDIT AGREEMENT] referred to below) which may become … agent (in such capacity, the "Administrative Agent") for the Lenders (as defined in the [CREDIT AGREEMENT] …
Articles
Olga V. Mack
07/17/2024

O Advogado Digital: Navegando pela Integração de IA em Departamentos Jurídicos (Parte 2)

… um maestro de orquestra, dirigindo uma sinfonia brilhante com controle preciso sobre cada instrumento. Advogados que … comerciais é sua vantagem existente. Combine isso com o treinamento adequado, e você poderá promover comcom conceitos e terminologia de IA através de cursos online e presenciais que ensinam os fundamentos de IA e …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/16/2021
Every Friday, rain or shine, Group Legal Counsel Peter Koutsoukos starts his day with footy training before heading into the Bridgestone Australia head office.
… We don’t play – just train. Proud to say we are undefeated for about 8 years. 7:20 am : Back home and rushing to get … are on the way to work. Our Bridgestone Head Office is on the fringe of the CBD overlooking the Adelaide … to some of my to-do list items. 6:00 pm : Review the website terms and conditions for the marketing team. No …
… German publication Legal Tribune Online reports on the ACC Foundation: The State of … which was released May 1. German publication Legal Tribune Online reports on the ACC Foundation: The State of … Report , which was released May 1. More than 600 in-house lawyers at more than 400 companies in 33 countries …
Program Materials
Melissa M. Allain - Vice President, Law, AutoNation, Inc.; Jeffrey M. Kaplan - Partner, Stier Anderson, LLC; Rebecca S. Walker - Partner, Walker Compliance P.C.; Angela F. Williams - Officer, Sears, Roebuck and Co.
10/01/2004

710 Conflicts of Interest in the Corporate Environment

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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 710:Conflicts of Interest in the Corporate Environment … speaker on ethics and compliance issues, including for the Practicing Law Institute, the American Law Institute, …
Articles
Fernando Basch and Guillermo Jorge
Governance Latam · Guillermo Jorge, Fernando Basch & Asociados
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: Argentina
… 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 …
Program Materials
James Office, Evan Schultz, Libretta Stennes
06/03/2014

Discuss the various roles in-house counsel tend to play and how they are affected by attorney-client privilege rules.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Privilege for In-house Counsel James Office James Office is vice president and general counsel for Victory Wholesale … the ACC 2011 Annual Meeting §  ACC Lexology (through ACC website) – an internet based searchable compilation of short … These include helping 4 See http://advocacy.acc.com/tags/privilege/ (listing recent briefs, letters, and …
Articles
Carmine A. Iannaccone, Gerald F. Spada and<br />Ron Silversten
02/01/2000

Where there are employees, there are employment disputes. How do you most effectively and efficiently settle them? Is mandatory arbitration the way to go for your company? Explore your options and learn how to craft enforceable agreements.

… How do you most effectively and efficiently settle them? Is mandatory arbitration the way to go for your company? Explore your options and learn how to craft … The statutes reach extends to the limits of Congress Com merce Clause power thus bringing virtual ly all …
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