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Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
02/13/2023
4 pages

A sample template of an internal preservation notice memorandum relating to litigation or investigation.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… provided as part of this presentation are intended merely for informational purposes. No representation is made as to the enforceability of these forms in any … Panich at (317) 916-2168 or danuta.panich@ogletreedeakins.com. © Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. … A …
Articles
HHG Legal Group
10/14/2015

This article outlines the steps that should be taken after an employee is caught steeling from the company.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
… outlines the steps that should be taken after an employee is caught steeling from the company. Resource Details … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Australia 6005 Tel: +61 8 9322 1966 Fax: +61 8 9322 2727 Website: www.hhg.com.au *Member of Primerus Employee Theft in
Articles
ONC Lawyers, Member of Primerus
10/13/2016
4 pages

This article addresses Intellectual Property protection challenges faced by overseas companies in China.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: China
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Contact: Ludwig Ng Tel: 852.2810.1212 Fax: 852.2804.6311 Website: www.onc.hk *Member of Primerus 1 July 2016 … by the Beijing Intellectual Property Court. This ruling is the latest in a series of setbacks for Apple in China, …
Articles
ONC Lawyers, a member of Primerus
08/30/2016
3 pages

This brief article addresses how to apply for trademark protection in multiple jurisdictions under the "Madrid System" - the Protocol Relating to the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks (the “Madrid Protocol”), and/or the Madrid Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Marks (“Madrid Agreement”). The article also addresses how to proceed in Hong Kong, which is not a party to the Madrid Agreement.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global, Hong Kong
… article also addresses how to proceed in Hong Kong, which is not a party to the Madrid Agreement. Resource Details … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Contact: Ludwig Ng Tel: 852.2810.1212 Fax: 852.2804.6311 Website: www.onc.hk *Member of Primerus 1 Intellectual …
Articles
ONC Lawyers
10/14/2015

This article deals with protecting the employer's interests by post-termination restrictions in employment contracts.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Contact: Ludwig Ng Tel: 852.2810.1212 Fax: 852.2804.6311 Website: www.onc.hk *Member of Primerus 1 Employment, Privacy … 3. The 2nd Defendant, ICAP Equities Asia Limited (“ICAP”) is the new employer of the 1st Defendant. 2 4. The 1st …
Articles
ONC Lawyers - Member of Primerus
10/14/2016

This short article concerns the non-delegable duty owed by the employers to their employees in Hong Kong.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong
… Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Contact: Ludwig Ng Tel: 852.2810.1212 Fax: 852.2804.6311 Website: www.onc.hk *Member of Primerus 1 August 2016 … of the system of work and the safety of workplace. This is probably the reason why the common law imposes a non- …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office
02/16/2018

Investing and establishing a business in Turkey is an excellent opportunity to gain access to European and Asian markets. Throughout this form, you will learn the how to establish your business.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Turkey
… 16, 2018 Investing and establishing a business in Turkey is an excellent opportunity to gain access to European and … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … No:9 Floor:5 Taksim, 34437 Turkey Tel: +90 212 238 1065 Website: www.yamaner.av.tr *Member of Primerus Establishment …
Articles
James A. Nortz
04/01/2012

This column discusses the results of the 2011 National Business Ethics Survey, including the disconnect between ethical culture strength and misconduct rates.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… 2012 Collateral The most striking thing about the data is the seeming disconnect between misconduct rates and all … ACC Docket. he can be contacted at james.a.nortz@bausch.com. • Communicate your personal commitment to ethical … copy of the 2011 NBES free of charge by visiting the ErC website at www.ethics.org.∑ Have a comment on this article? …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
05/22/2017

This is a template policy for the use of corporate credit cards.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Policies, and Contracts Template Policy and Procedure for Corporate Credit Card (United States) May 22, 2017 This is a template policy for the use of corporate credit cards. … documentation) in a timely manner via the Amex – Concur Website to receive reimbursement. • Cash Advance/Withdrawal. …
Elisa D. Garcia C., Executive Vice President and General Counsel for Office Depot, Inc.
07/22/2010
3 pages

It's Quick, Easy and Adds Value: Use the ACC Value Index to Give Kudos to Creative Firms and Find Firms Evaluated on Value, CLO Perspective

for Office Depot, Inc. “In addition, the ACC Value Index is a valuable ‘go to tool’--I’ve used it with success to find … the firms they engage. Using the following link, www.acc.com/valueindex, ACC members can: (1) score their firms on … She encouraged the firms to visit the ACC Value Challenge website at www.acc.com/valuechallenge and to become familiar …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/16/2017

This is a sample of data map use cases.

… and Contracts Data Map Use Cases March 16, 2017 This is a sample of data map use cases. Resource Details Interest … Primer for In-house Counsel InfoPAK” available on the ACC website and additional white papers and articles at www.contoural.com . Contoural is the largest independent provider of …
Articles
Squire Sanders
01/01/2013
2 pages

Case C-402/11P Jager & Polacek GmbH v OHIM (18 October 2012) highlights the importance of having clear regard for the procedural rules governing procedures at OHIM, that OHIM is clearly an institution of the EU, and that its acts should be treated as such.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union
… procedural rules governing procedures at OHIM, that OHIM is clearly an institution of the EU, and that its acts should … unregistered rights in the same mark, through use of the website www.redtube.com. OHIM informed Jager on 10 April 2008 that the opposition …
Articles
10/20/2015

This is an ABA Commission on Ethics 20/20 report to the House Delegates on Rule 5.5: Unauthorized Practice of Law

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Report to the House of Delegates October 20, 2015 This is an ABA Commission on Ethics 20/20 report to the House … All materials were posted on the Commission’s website. The Commission created and maintained a listserve … (510)658-5162 Fax: (202)663-6363 mtraynor@traynorgroup.com jamie.gorelick@wilmerhale.com The views expressed herein …
Articles
Pellerano & Herrera, a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016

This resource is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business and provides a guide to investing in the Dominican Republic and provides information about the country, the laws that regulate its economy and society, and the Dominican investment climate.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Dominican Republic
… a Lex Mundi member firm October 15, 2016 This resource is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business and … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Dominican Republic Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, … law firm Pellerano & Herrera. It has been prepared for those interested in investing in the Dominican Republic …
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
Erich Andersen, Miriam Longchamp, Alisa Tazioli, and Caroline Lim
11/01/2008

This article offers expert insights on finding, training, and managing in-house attorneys all over the globe.

… to make sure their interests are well represented. That is why attorneys are increasingly showing up on international … in Paris. he can be contacted at erichand@microsoft.com. cArolinE liM heads the in-house practice group in Asia … material. ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com where you can browse our resources …
Articles
Johna Rollet and Allegra Rich
12/01/2009

It feels great to give back to the community, and even better when you're able to contribute through your field of expertise. If you haven't tried pro bono work, ACC and the Pro Bono Institute challenge you to get involved - literally. You too can make a real, lasting difference. Get started with this article and use your department as a catalyst for change.

… members have helped those in need more than ever before. Is your legal department a part of that effort? If not, it is … going to be working alone or in teams? Who is going to be com- municating with the law firm, the pro bono agency and … and the Pro Bono Institute has a helpful document on its website (www.cpbo.org) that outlines the various options for
Articles
04/01/2001

Have you been noticing that your board has somehow changed, but you can’t quite put your finger on how it’s changed or what, if anything, you should do about it? This article explains the growth process of a board and tells you what help your board may need from you at each stage. You may want to share this article with your CEO.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles Assisting the Board in Its Seven Stages of Growth April 1, 2001 Have you been … of each growth phase. SEVEN STAGES GROWTH MODEL There is no single right way to look at boards. The late Bob … engaged. It makes a stunning, bet-your-company difference for having given attention to and devel­ oped breakthrough …
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 …
Advocacy Filings
Kara Mayer Robinson
10/19/2009

In an effort to bridge the gap between traditional law firm structures and the needs of the newest generation of attorneys, MCCA recently conducted a survey of young attorneys. Here, the results of the survey, including thoughts and insights about the practice of law as seen by this generation of lawyers.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
…      Diversity & the Bar®. Unauthorized distribution or use is prohibited.  Waiting for the World to Change: Generation … in Employment Act. For more information, see our website at www.eeoc.gov. ACC's 2009 Annual Meeting Don't just … ACC Extras Supplemental resources available on www.acc.com
 Recruiting and Retaining Generation Y Legal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/08/2017
March 8 is International Women’s Day, and we should be celebrating the tremendous strides women have made in the workforce in the past few decades.
… V. Mack Katia Bloom Publication Date: 03/08/2017 March 8 is International Women’s Day, and we should be celebrating … of LinkedIn, serves on the board of directors for both Wix.com (WIX: NASDAQ) and Twilio (TWLO: NYSE). According to  Twilio’s website , Rottenberg brings “extensive experience as a global …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/06/2023
Thrive with alignment! Unlock the secret of work success with Career Path columnist James Belllerjeau as he unravels the pivotal role of values. #ACC #ACCDocket #WorkValues #CompanyCulture
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Kitch Bain /  Shutterstock.com Today we explore the importance of Values at work, both … people demonstrate that you’ll find listed on no company website?   Perhaps people feel the rules are applied unevenly. That is, some people violate the rules and get away with it.   The …
Articles
04/25/2007

May 2007 Tools & Solutions for Doing Your Job Better

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… preferences, and renew your membership. all you have to do is visit the “My Membership” section of the aCC website. If you need your current password and ID, use the … us at 202.293.4103 x360. Visit “My Membership” at www. acc.com/membership. New Practice Profile: The Use of External …
Articles
10/19/2015

This article addresses the three broad topics that many Boards of Directors are examining as they review and assess cybersecurity issues.

… Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … mofo.com CYBERSECURITY AND THE BOARD Cybersecurity has rapidly … company’s level of preparedness for cybersecurity risks is a helpful step in mitigating risks to the business. … the publicly facing privacy statements on the company’s website or in the literature the company provides to …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/27/2015

This is the text of a letter sent by F. William McNabb III, Vanguard’s Chairman and CEO, to the independent leaders of the boards of directors of the Vanguard funds’ largest portfolio holdings.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Text of a Vanguard Letter February 27, 2015 This is the text of a letter sent by F. William McNabb III, … Exchange (SDX) Protocol, available at sdxprotocol.com, offers guidance for such programs. This protocol also … your proxy materials or post statements on your company’s website, we read them. We pledge to be clear and transparent …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/19/2023
4 pages

This sample non-discrimination policy includes (a) Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan; (b) Americans with Disabilities Act Policy Statement; and (c) Anti-Harassment Policy.

… Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plan It is the policy of Template Corporation, Inc., to provide equal … opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment and to comply with all nondiscrimination and … Harassing conduct that occurs on a Company related website, social media, or through Company e-mail will be …
Articles
James E. Dority, Dr. Christian E. Mammen, Jill Rothstein
07/07/2023
2 pages

This resource from Womble Bond Dickinson discusses how Generative Artificial Intelligence can impact case law.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Member? Request a trial membership . … womblebonddickinson.com A New York attorney working a personal injury case just … changes, plenty of work remained to be done: The Court is presented with an unprecedented circumstance. A submission … but that he “consulted the artificial intelligence website Chat GPT in order to supplement the legal research …
Checklists
Association of Corporate Counsel, compiled by Regina Freitas, Senior Manager & Assistant General Counsel
08/09/2018

To facilitate a smooth transition of employment status, use the following checklist when going through a termination. It will help gather all pertinent information regarding the employee and the termination. The checklist relates to US contexts.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to terminate: Staff present at termination meeting: Is [ORGANIZATION’S NAME] sponsoring work visa? If yes, notify OGC. Is employee eligible for rehire? Is the termination involuntary? [ If not skip … from staff directory in the [ORGANIZATION’S NAME] website (available to third parties and members/customers) … …
Articles
Primerus
06/06/2014

This article looks at Phantom Share Plans (a “PSP”) which allows an employee to share in the company’s future growth without the principals giving up ownership in the company.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Firms 171 Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Website: www.primerus.com Retaining Key Employees: The Case for Phantom Shares … may see more opportunity elsewhere or think that ownership is crucial to being a part of the company’s long-term future. …
Program Materials
ACC; Kimberly Houghton Berry - Assistant General Counsel, National Wildlife Federation; Laurence E. Gold - Associate General Counsel, AFL-CIO; Gigi Hyland - Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Empire Corporate Federal Credit Union; Cynthia M. Lewin - Vice President & General Counsel, Volunteers of America, Inc.
10/01/2004

709 Lobbying & Political Activity Do's & Don'ts. Learn about why 501(c)(3)s must report lobbying activities, how 501(c)(3)s can measure lobbying activity, and more.

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 709:Lobbying & Political Activity Do's & Don'ts Kimberly … Berry Kimberly Houghton Berry is assistant general counsel for National Wildlife Federation (NWF) in Reston, Virginia. …
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