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Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/01/2024
Define expectations, establish requirements, insist on robust indemnification, and assemble your own response team advise Kate Krebs, chief privacy officer and senior counsel of American Electric Power Ohio and outside counsel Elizabeth Burgin Waller. #DataBreach #Ransomeware #LegalTech
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by Diyajyoti / Shutterstock.com In May 2023, the CL0P ransomware gang wreaked havoc on … Moving into 2024, third-party vendor risk mitigation is taking center stage in the cybersecurity and data privacy … to attempt to address that risk. 1. Define expectations for early notification Early notice about a vendor’s incident …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
Implementing a vendor oversight program that is appropriate for your organization is critical. There are several considerations that factor into setting up your program, similar to building a house. You need a solid foundation, a framework that fits both function and form, a well-positioned structure that covers it all, and the internal and external components that make it comfortable and appealing, along with providing safety and security.
… 12/07/2020 Implementing a vendor oversight program that is appropriate for your organization is critical. There are several … of oversight now required under a variety of laws. The way in which organizations manage their vendors can become …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/11/2020
Go ahead and play your strongest cards. Give yourself permission not to be good at everything. Find your lane and become exceptional at something that fits you. That’s what leads to real growth and the best and happiest career.
… TOO MUCH passion to my work,” or something similar. It is the original humble brag: Pick something that is clearly a … a sequoia sempervirens, obviously!). The NFL is notorious for asking oddball questions of pro prospects. The weakness … to a model that many people have about human performance, in which limitations are weighted more than assets. This way …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/17/2020
The better we take care of ourselves, the more effectively we can serve our clients and stakeholders. While there is no quick fix or miracle cure, mindfulness can help lawyers reduce stress and improve leadership.
… we can serve our clients and stakeholders. While there is no quick fix or miracle cure, mindfulness can help lawyers … Skills and Professional Development Source: ACC Docket … In collaboration with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, the … professions; and  Lawyers most often fail to  seek help  for fear of being found out. In the general employee …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
A good manager helps the team understand when “good enough” is just that and when it is time to put “pencils down.” The quest for perfect often thwarts the more important goal of simple completion. I coach colleagues on this all the time.
… good manager helps the team understand when “good enough” is just that and when it is time to put “pencils down.” The quest for perfect often thwarts the more important goal of simple … way, convinced I was doing the right thing. When I went in-house, I quickly realized that I had to shift my mindset. …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/24/2020
Not only is using a person’s preferred pronoun a basic courtesy but failing to do so could be in violation of human rights law.
… Pronouns Aliya Ramji Publication Date: 02/24/2020 Not only is using a person’s preferred pronoun a basic courtesy but failing to do so could be in violation of human rights law. Resource Details Interest … and Labor Source: ACC Docket … “Ask Aliya” is a column for lawyers who are the first legal hire at their company and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/29/2019
That’s a startling number, even in a high stress field such as law. This May, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, I want to focus on how in-house counsel can seek help for — and prioritize — their mental health.
… Date: 05/29/2019 That’s a startling number, even in a high stress field such as law. This May, in recognition … I want to focus on how in-house counsel can seek help for — and prioritize — their mental health. Resource Details … rate of mental health challenges that lawyers face is an enduring concern for me. Last year I wrote “The …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/23/2020
One of the most crucial sources for the decisions your business makes is its contracts. But what happens when those contracts are inaccessible or can only be viewed in segments, depending on the department involved? Being disconnected from the office meant processes would become even more fragmented than they already were.
… Docket Article Contract Visibility in Times of Remote Working Deena Williamson Publication Date: 11/23/2020 One of the most crucial sources for the decisions your business makes is its contracts. But what happens when those contracts are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/19/2019
This article explores the intersection of preserving privilege during an internal investigation while maintaining compliance with employees’ federally protected rights.
… Privilege Interests with Employees’ US Labor Rights in Internal Investigations Laura Antonuccio Erin Bass Paul … employees’ rights to discuss workplace issues and, for unionized employees, to have union representation at … with employees’ federally protected rights. In short, it is not settled whether the attorney-client privilege protects …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/16/2019
This article will be the first in a series of three that discuss the various benefits of legal technology for in-house teams, where to start in your technology journey, what to focus on, and how to make it a success.
… Date: 07/16/2019 This article will be the first in a series of three that discuss the various benefits of legal technology for in-house teams, where to start in your technology … Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … There is currently no shortage of hype regarding the benefits of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/23/2018
In this article, we discuss three key areas that we believe AI will disrupt and how they will affect general counsel: (1) the automation of routine legal and compliance services and the corresponding repurposing of existing resources; (2) document assembly and analysis; and (3) the need to shift from tactical to strategic thinking.
… respect to the increased adoption of AI will be enormous. For example, the ability of artificial intelligence to handle … legal services AI’s automation of routine legal services is probably the most exciting change coming to legal … accompanying statements of work, license agreements, and buy/sell agreements, with little error. Although there are …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/11/2020
When a claim arises due to potential litigation organizations often conduct an internal investigation to determine the underlying facts relating to the claim and what steps should be taken to mitigate the claim or prepare for litigation. This article provides an overview of three issues to consider when conducting internal investigations.
… Docket Article 3 Considerations for Nonprofits when Conducting Internal Investigations … product   Retaining privilege over internal investigations is important to ensure that advice and counsel provided … information collected during investigations conducted by in-house (or regular outside) counsel are  not privileged  in
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/01/2017
For any company, its employees are one of its most valuable assets. But ensuring that you are hiring the right people — people who share your company culture and values — is not straightforward. This article examines both the legal and practical perspectives that can help you, and your company, make the best decision to protect your business and workforce.
… Brian Kaveney Brad Bakker Publication Date: 04/01/2017 For any company, its employees are one of its most valuable … — people who share your company culture and values — is not straightforward. This article examines both the legal … records on initial job applications. UK considerations. In the United Kingdom, employers can’t reject an applicant …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/01/2017
Our job in advocating ethical business practices may not be as difficult as we might fear.
… “Ethical?” Jim Nortz Publication Date: 05/01/2017 Our job in advocating ethical business practices may not be as … Basic underlying assumptions: Unconscious, taken for granted beliefs and values. In Schein’s framework, basic … way I deployed these surveys, I don’t think it is appropriate to read too much into these results. However, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/17/2021
In-house lawyers are well positioned to advocate for social responsibilities that will benefit their employers. Read about how ACC Australia joined the vanguard of the social justice movement by supporting a call for constitutional (and other) reforms to empower First Nations people.
… Lori Middlehurst Karen Iles Publication Date: 03/17/2021 In-house lawyers are well positioned to advocate for social responsibilities that will benefit their … , Government Source: ACC Docket … The March My Take Column is penned by the 2020 recipient of the Robert I. Townsend, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2016
This article discusses strategic considerations for FCPA compliance from the perspective of a non-controlling JV partner.
… 12/01/2016 This article discusses strategic considerations for FCPA compliance from the perspective of a non-controlling … FCPA accounting requirements, a non-controlling JV partner is held to a lesser standard than its majority holders so … a joint venture, due diligence processes should be put in place by each potential JV partner on its counterparty to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/18/2021
Identify and avoid these risky moves if your company becomes a creditor in a bankruptcy proceeding.
… Docket … Art by F. P. Ardizzone.  fpaoloardizzone@gmail.com While pandemic shelter-in-place restrictions should lift … industries like entertainment and commercial real estate for years to come, with many players in these industries … one of the most common approaches to restructuring is the bankruptcy process. Bankruptcy is an arcane field, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/24/2016
As in NCAA basketball, where the three-point shot has been deemed the great equalizer by which mid-major teams can slay a potential Goliath, modern-day cloud computing has played a similar role for startups.
… Y. Chen William F. Wilson Publication Date: 06/24/2016 As in NCAA basketball, where the three-point shot has been … modern-day cloud computing has played a similar role for startups. Resource Details Interest Area: Commercial and … imagined possible. The primary benefit of cloud computing is that most cloud-based contracts use a subscription model …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/11/2021
Finding the right goal setting strategy is key to success in our professional and personal lives.
… Date: 06/11/2021 Finding the right goal setting strategy is key to success in our professional and personal lives. Resource Details … Achor stated that our brains are goal-orientated machines. For marathon runners, as they see the finish line (their …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/23/2021
Sometimes in-house lawyers need to do more than offer advice. Sometimes they need to carry the CEO across the finish line.
… Maryrose Delahunty Publication Date: 08/23/2021 Sometimes in-house lawyers need to do more than offer advice. Sometimes … of the biggest challenges we all face as in-house counsel is getting out of the way. As we accumulate knowledge and … trains us in the fine art of issue spotting — looking for all the risks and potential legal pitfalls in a given …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/17/2021
Fresh off an in-house internship, 2L student Julie Stankiewicz shares the business books that got her up to speed.
… Docket Article A Millennial’s Tips for Reading Engaging Business Books Noah Webster Julie … Stankiewicz Publication Date: 09/17/2021 Fresh off an in-house internship, 2L student Julie Stankiewicz shares the … Development Source: ACC Docket … Julie Stankiewicz is currently a 2L student and interned with Noah Webster at …
Articles
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
10/20/2014

This InfoPAK provides a primer to assist corporate counsel in recognizing issues related to government funded research and practical tips for managing the many related requirements and obligations.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada, China, Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … ACC or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject, but … on Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LLP visit their website at www.kilpatricktownsend.com, or see the About the …
Program Materials
Juan Pablo Guzman <br />Latin America General Counsel <br />Nokia Simmens <br />Juan Luna <br />Latin American Legal Counsel <br />Hewlett-Packard Company <br />Suchitra Narayen <br />Associate General Counsel <br />Oracle Corporation <br />Laila Pfau <br />Legal Counsel <br />Hewlett-Packard Company<br />
10/26/2010

It is important that legal team resources be focused on strategic and revenue generating opportunities. How can the legal department align their resources to risk and growth? If these resources are viewed in terms of a pyramid, a number of options are presented for servicing clients. We will explore considerations to outsourcing higher volume, lower- risk work to free up resources.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… <br />Hewlett-Packard Company<br /> October 26, 2010 It is important that legal team resources be focused on … in terms of a pyramid, a number of options are presented for servicing clients. We will explore considerations to … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 26 4:30pm-6:00pm 802 - How You Can …
Checklists
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
08/01/2019
1 pages

This resource provides tips for successful succession planning for legal departments.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Checklists Succession Planning for Legal Departments: A Roadmap Author Seyfarth Shaw LLP … Law Department Management Region: Global Audience: New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law … both small and large legal departments. Be sure your house is in order - listen to the full session replay by clicking …
Articles
07/05/2006

News, Notes, & Datebook Information

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… with whom they work to acknowledge publicly their support for pro bono by becoming signatories to the Pro Bono … The case, United States v. Jeffrey Stein, et al., is being tried in the US District Court, Southern District of … Read the complete ACC KPMG Amicus Brief at www.acca.com/public/amicus/acckpmgamicusbrief.pdf. OLSI Launches Legal …
Articles
Ellen Braun, Jürgen Schindler, and Martin Bechtold; Allen & Overy LLP
07/01/2013
5 pages

This article summarizes the 2013 reform of the German Competition Law and assesses the potential impact on competition practice in Germany.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Germany
… ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.allenovery.com 1 10 June 2013 Reform of the German Competition Law Key … of effective competition"). This new merger test is based on an effects based approach and modelled on the US … – such a creation or strengthening remains a sample case for a significant impediment to effective competition, market …
Articles
John Cruden, Jamie Auslander, Maddie Boyer, Eric Christensen, and Susan Smith of Beveridge & Diamond PC.
07/18/2024
4 pages

Learn key potential implications of the significant decisions released by the US Supreme Court in the closing days of its 2023 term.

… 2023 term. Please join us on July 23 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern for a webinar, Key Environmental Takeaways from the 2023- … Environmental, and Natural Resources Law https://www.bdlaw.com/john-c-cruden/ https://www.bdlaw.com/james-m-auslander/ … will likely be many cases where the statutory language is clear enough that judges decline to find the ambiguity …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/29/2017

This is a sample software license agreement.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Company Software License Agreement July 29, 2017 This is a sample software license agreement. Resource Details … to communicate with or call on [COMPANY] Software (for example, [COMPANY] Enterprise Services, BAPIs, Idocs, … in the applicable [COMPANY] Support Schedule found at [WEBSITE] as of the effective date of the first Software Order …
Articles
Anthony O’Dwyer Esq.& James Deegan, Esq., Mullins Lawyers, a member of Primerus
08/30/2016

Difficulties often arise for applicants and assessment managers where an applicant is seeking to make changes to a development application or approval

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Australia
for applicants and assessment managers where an applicant is seeking to make changes to a development application or … Monroe N.W., Suite 750 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.primerus.com For assistance, contact: Chad Sluss Senior Vice President … Street Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia Tel: 61.7.3224.0222 Website: www.mullinslaw.com.au *Member of Primerus Mullins …
Articles
Bernadette Chala, Peter W. McGraw and Elizabeth V. McNulty
11/01/2015

California’s unique “toxic warning” law, Proposition 65, has been on<br />the books in the United States for 30 years, yet it continues to trap the unwary manufacturer and retailer and funnel millions of dollars to a cottage industry that seemingly exists for just one purpose: lining their pockets with your company’s hard-earned profits.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Articles California's Proposition 65: The Target is Moving — Will it Land on You? Author Bernadette Chala, … She is a graduate of UCLA School of Law. chala@arbonne.com Peter W. McGaw, of counsel to Archer Norris, has … harm” or both, and a reference to the OEHHA Proposition 65 website: When you receive a 60-day notice … ■■ Involve …
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