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Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/05/2024
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games are upon us, and all eyes are on not just Paris — but also the companies and brands sponsoring the teams and competitors. Here are step-by-step instructions for in-house counsel seeking to align their company’s brand with the US Olympic & Paralympic teams. #ACCDocket #inhouse #ContractsCorner #USOlympics
… teams and competitors. Here are step-by-step instructions for in-house counsel seeking to align their company’s brand … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by InFocus.ee / Shutterstock.com With the buzz around the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, the world is not only watching athletes who are at the top of their …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/04/2024
ACC Hong Kong President Kat Kukreja and co-author Adrian Phoon explain how companies can comply with Hong Kong’s impending ESG Code.
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by metamorworks / Shutterstock.com Cheat Sheet Policy risk. Counsel needs to monitor and … risks even before they become legislated concerns for counsel and other functions to navigate. Supply chain … suppliers and contractors. Supply chain risk management is needed on multiple fronts, from tracking greenhouse …
Advocacy Filings
Shawn Neylan, Stikeman Elliott LLP
10/26/2007

The Competition Act ("CA") is federal legislation of general
application related to all aspects of competition law in Canada, including merger review. The CA sets out the relevant monetary and (where applicable) shareholding thresholds that trigger a pre-
merger notification requirement. The CA also allows the Commissioner of Competition (the "Commissioner") to challenge a transaction if she believes it raises substantive competition issues, whether or not there is a pre-merger notification
requirement.

… Elliott LLP October 25, 2007 The Competition Act ("CA") is federal legislation of general application related to all … CALGARY VANCOUVER NEW YORK LONDON SYDNEY www.stikeman.com C O M P E TI TI O N – IN V E ST M E N T R E V IE W … (sneylan@stikeman.com) STIKEMAN ELLIOTT LLP OCTOBER 2007 For any information concerning this article, please contact …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/09/2018
Performing a legal spend assessment provided a low-cost solution that required minimal effort and helped us accelerate conversion of our existing spend data into relevant metrics that we could leverage in order to inform future direction — including how the legal team could operate and better leverage outside counsel.
… spend data into relevant metrics that we could leverage in order to inform future direction — including how the legal … improved outside counsel management? This common question is posed frequently by legal operations professionals and … and how might we best leverage those data as the basis for decision making?” As is the case with many legal …
Articles
Daniel Marks, Director Financial Markets, Thomson Reuters
11/01/2016

These are the top 10 considerations for financial institutions when outsourcing master trading documentation processes.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Articles Top 10 Things For Financial Institutions to Consider When Outsourcing … financial industry have brought pressure and complexity in legal responsibilities to a new level in financial … function on the minds of in-house counsel in the industry is master agreements.   Documentation teams are a vital legal …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Chi-Hyoung Cho, Hwang Mok Park, P.C.
02/27/2004

Sample form required for foreign entities acquire newly issued stock in Korea.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: South Korea
… Association of Independent Law Firms. http://www.lexmundi.com Chi-Hyoung Cho Lex Mundi Member for Korea Hwang Mok Park, P.C. Website: www.hmplaw.com (Front) [Form No. 1] Foreign … 1, of the Foreign Investment Promotion Act, the above is notified. Year Month day Applicant (Signature or Seal) (or …
06/01/2023

NFTs: How Do They Work? - Enforcing Smart Contracts

… Associate Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP 1. a question for the presenters, can they please discuss how smart … terms that are coded into the program. While there is little legal precedent in this area, smart contracts are … on NFTs that might be helpful: https://sportsradioamerica.com/2021/03/28/what-are-nfts/; …
Checklists
Beveridge & Diamond PC
08/02/2013

This checklist outlines issues and gives tips for policy conditions, sublimits and deductibles, anti-concurrent causation clauses, and liability issues when natural disaster is a factor.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Insurance
Source: Resource Library
… 2, 2013 This checklist outlines issues and gives tips for policy conditions, sublimits and deductibles, … clauses, and liability issues when natural disaster is a factor. Resource Details Interest Area: Insurance … Chair John H. Kazanjian at (212-702-5420, jkazanjian@bdlaw.com) in New York, or Kenneth B. Finney (415-262-4007, …
03/02/2017

Supply Chain Transparency and Liability for Commercial Lawyers - presentation held in Melbourne 2 March 2017.

Resource Details
Region: Australia
… an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … This event is brought to you by  Association of Corporate Counsel … must be posted on the retail seller’s or manufacturer's website with a direct link to disclosure information on the … similar outcome. © 2017 Baker & McKenzie www.bakermckenzie.com Sean Selleck Partner, Baker McKenzie E: …
Articles
Carolyn Boyle
01/01/2013
2 pages

Recent rulings in federal and provincial courts have taken a tougher line against counterfeiters. One case involves Adobe Systems, Microsoft and Rosetta Stone; this article reviews that case as well as others that deal with piracy.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… . … a special supplement of ACC Docket 7 software on his website. The ruling is a first, as previously maximum statutory damages were … presented a minor, but statistically significant, risk of com- plications. In 2001, a class action was launched on the …
Advocacy Filings
12/02/2016

ACC Amicus Brief - Sheppard v. J-M

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
… CASE No. YC067332 HONORABLE STUART RICE, JUDGE APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO FILE AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF and [PROPOSED] AMICUS … Co., Inc. in the above-captioned matter. This application is timely made pursuant to the briefing schedule set forth in … Law Business, Aug. 25,2014, available at https://bol.bna.com/gilead-sciences-gc-is-sick-of-conflict- waivers/ …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2012
“I discovered a completely new way of thinking — it was very interesting.” Derry says being introduced to the legal world with no biases or expectations helped him keep an open mind, both in law school and his following career.
… biases or expectations helped him keep an open mind, both in law school and his following career. Resource Details … … as a server at a Chicago cafe, his friend was studying for the LSAT and needed a studying partner. “I wasn’t doing … set thereafter. At Arbitron, he keeps an IP focus but is also responsible for complex licensing, internet, media …
Program Materials
Shahzad Bashir <br />Vice President, Legal Consulting <br />Huron Consulting <br />Richard Rothberg <br />Vice President- Legal <br />Dell Inc. <br />Thomas Sabatino <br />Senior VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary <br />United Air Lines<br />
10/26/2010

Leadership roles and career progression do not just happen. Successful businesses make succession planning a best practice for all managers. Learn how talent is assessed, the role of future needs, and how these items link to the overall business strategy in the planning process. Walk away with information that will help you become part of the succession plan.

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… businesses make succession planning a best practice for all managers. Learn how talent is assessed, the role of future needs, and how these items … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 26 9:00am-10:30am 502 - Succession …
… ACC recently filed a petition for a writ of certiorari recommending that the US Supreme … conduct rules similar to New Mexico's 16-308(E), which is based on ABA Model Rule of Professional Conduct 3.8(e). … Ebner. To read the petition, please visit: http://www.acc.com/advocacy/upload/SupCtofNMvUSamicus060117.pdf . About ACC: …
Articles
10/08/2015

This article details how international arbitration proceedings are governed in Switzerland.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… Resolution Second Edition 237 www.globallegalinsights.com © Published and reproduced with kind permission by Global … & Julian Schwaller Homburger Introduction Switzerland is a civil law country with a long tradition as one of the major global venues for international commercial arbitration and commercial …
Program Materials
Hon. Harry I. Johnson, III, Vincent A. Cino, Danitra T. Spencer, Greg Watchman
10/29/2014

An experienced panel of experts will provide an overview of the 2014 top ten trends and issues in employment and labor law and practical in-house perspectives for dealing with them. This annual session is always a hit and will deliver another lively, informative survey of the year’s trends in labor and employment law. The focus will be US law but significant international issues will be covered.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… provide an overview of the 2014 top ten trends and issues in employment and labor law and practical in-house perspectives for dealing with them. This annual session is always a hit and will deliver another lively, informative …
Articles
10/30/2014

This case addresses important questions concerning the scope of the attorney-client privilege in the corporate context and the applicability of the work-product doctrine in proceedings to enforce tax summonses.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Vice President, Secretary, and General Counsel. Thomas is a member of the Michigan and New York Bars, and has been … and the Attorney-Client Privilege, 12 B. C. Ind. & Com. L. Rev. 873, 876 (1971)). The control group test adopted … use those documents that were posted on The New York Times website or to the congressional website, or referenced in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2017
Today, Allison Despard is the general counsel of labor and employment in the Asia Pacific region for Honeywell International, Inc., an American conglomerate that produces all kinds of products — from home thermostats to fluorine chemicals to turbo engines — and sells them to individuals, governments, and large corporations.
… Publication Date: 04/01/2017 Today, Allison Despard is the general counsel of labor and employment in the Asia Pacific region for Honeywell International, Inc., an American conglomerate …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/15/2021
In the second part of his interview, new ACC Chair Mike Madden shares his vision for the next year of the in-house bar.
… Madden Tiffani R. Alexander Publication Date: 12/15/2021 In the second part of his interview, new ACC Chair Mike Madden shares his vision for the next year of the in-house bar. Resource Details … ACC … tools to effectively deliver on their roles and that ACC is serving as an effective advocate and central resource …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Prof. Dr. Eckart Brödermann, Brödermann Jahn
07/03/2018

This form addresses the issues that arise if arbitration clauses are left out of contracts and samples.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, Germany
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Why is it Dangerous to Exclude Artibration as an Option? Author … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President of …
Peer Practice Examples
Tricia Batson, J.D. and Lillian Moyano Yob, J.D., Legal Consultants for Association of Corporate Counsel
11/29/2017

This Leading Practices Profile (LPP) presents themes, trends and leading practices of general counsel at the helm of six legal departments located in the Asia-Pacific region. The resource explores how the roles of general counsel and in-house counsel in that region have evolved from legal advisors to trusted business partners. It also provides leading practices for the success of legal teams of global organizations located in the Asia-Pacific region.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong, India, Japan, Singapore
… Leading Practices Profiles please visit http://www.acc.com/legalresources/Leadingpracticesprofiles/index.cfm LEADING … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … Profile. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com. For more Leading Practices Profiles …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/16/2022
The intersection of gender and race can’t be ignored when looking to increase representation in leadership. Sneha Balakrishnan discusses the barriers women of color face in the in-house profession and how companies can do better. #DEI
… Docket Article What It Means to be a Woman of Color in Corporate Australia Sneha Balakrishnan Publication Date: … ACC Docket … Cheat Sheet Gender and race. While each is critical to consider on its own, it’s also essential to … working in law in Australia poses particular challenges for women from underrepresented groups. Appointments based on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2016
The presidential election campaign in the United States has shone a light on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) entered into by the United States and other countries.
… Free Trade Agreement Highlights Labor Violations in Oil and Sugar Industries in Colombia John Kloosterman … States and other countries. The general purpose of FTAs is to facilitate the movement of goods and services by … Commonly, these FTAs devote a “labor chapter” that calls for the state-parties to adhere to workers’ rights …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
ACC
01/09/2004

Agreement for the distribution of office equipment.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement Author ACC January 8, 2004 Agreement for the distribution of office equipment. Resource Details … Trinidad and Tobago, as to the distribution in Trinidad and Tobago of _____________ Products as follows: WHEREAS, SUPPLIER is in the business of the manufacture, sale, and distribution …
Articles
Arent Fox
05/24/2016

This Top Ten lists ten factors a company may wish to consider when deciding whether proposed Privacy Shield or Standard Contractual Clauses ("SCCs") would be better suited for the company.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: European Union, United States, Global
… Contractual Clauses ("SCCs") would be better suited for the company. Resource Details Interest Area: Technology, … an "adequate" level of personal data protection. The U.S. is not one of those countries. Therefore, companies that wish … Fox. For more information on Arent Fox, go to www.arentfox.com . If you have any questions, please contact:   Alan …
Articles
Warrick Beaver, Managing Director for Customer & Third Party Risk at Thomson Reuters
06/17/2016

This Top Ten addresses issues that General Counsel should consider when examining anti-bribery and corruption practices in global supply chains.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… When Examining Anti-Bribery and Corruption Practices in Global Supply Chains Author Warrick Beaver, Managing Director for Customer & Third Party Risk at Thomson Reuters June 17, … A third party could be any person or organization that is connected to your organization's supply chain or is
Articles
Butler Snow LLP, a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016
52 pages

This resource is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series which provides general information about legal and business infrastructures in jurisdictions around the world. In this edition, Lex Mundi explores business entities, trade regulations, tax laws, labor & employment laws, and the Mississippi court system.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Mundi member firm October 15, 2016 52 pages This resource is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Mississippi Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Butler … For more information on Butler Snow, please visit our website at www.butlersnow.com. Table of Contents Page I. …
Articles
Association of Corporate Counsel
01/03/2022

Climate change and diversity are among the topics that have drawn interest from investors in the last few years, which in turn has lead to boards of directors addressing those issues. In-house counsel can help the board by anticipating investor and shareholder interest in certain topics.

Resource Details
Region: United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, CLO / GC, Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… -    Major litigation Topics with new or increased focus for board meetings include: -     Board diversity includes … company boards their directors serve on, and if there is a conflict of interest. Most boards need at least one … 30, 2020.  Check out the ACC Resource Library : www.acc.com/resource-library Join the ACC Corporate and Securities …
Articles
Gregory L. Shelton
05/09/2016

This QuickOverview discusses how condo defects are often associated with mold and structural damage caused by water intrusion, but the term also includes defects in sidewalks, pools, retaining walls, private roads, irrigation systems, and other items falling within the association's maintenance and repair responsibility in North Carolina (United States).

Resource Details
Interest Area: Real Estate
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments
… Articles Condominium Defect Litigation in North Carolina (United States) Author Gregory L. Shelton … term "condo defect case" has become attorney short-hand for defect claims in any type of planned community. Condo … with nowhere to go. Repairing structural and mold damage is expensive. If the association cannot recover repair costs …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/18/2021
Chapter 8 of the US Federal Sentencing Guidelines was published almost 30 years ago. What impact has it had on corporate compliance?
… Commission in the 1980s to develop sentencing standards for the federal court system. Chapter 8. In 1991, the US … and Discipline; and Response and Prevention. Change is needed . Despite significant investments in corporate … supply global 24/7 helplines, case management systems, online training programs, third-party due diligence services, …
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