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Seyfarth Shaw LLP
05/01/2019
1 pages

The ability to effectively communicate is a fundamental skill, but it requires training and exercise to hone the skill to elevate your practice as in-house counsel. In this session, Marissa and Tim provide tips that will help you create compelling presentations, draft clear and persuasive written communications, and employ effective collaboration and listening strategies. Here are some effective business communication tips.

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Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… May 1, 2019 1 pages The ability to effectively communicate is a fundamental skill, but it requires training and exercise to hone the skill to elevate your practice as in-house counsel. In this session, Marissa and Tim provide … missed it, be sure to check out the full call recording for a more in-depth discussion and explanation of any tools …
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Seyfarth Shaw LLP
03/01/2019
1 pages

Do you cringe when you think of strategic planning? Strategic planning doesn’t have to be a painful process. In fact, it can be one of the most rewarding exercises you do with your organization and, if done correctly, it will pay dividends for your department. This is a short checklist to aid you in successful strategic planning for your legal department.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Checklists Tips for Successful Strategic Planning Author Seyfarth Shaw LLP … Strategic planning doesn’t have to be a painful process. In fact, it can be one of the most rewarding exercises you do … correctly, it will pay dividends for your department. This is a short checklist to aid you in successful strategic …
Articles
07/01/2014

More than 350 in-house lawyers from 30+ countries celebrated the 20th anniversary of ACC Europe and discussed today’s biggest challenges at the ACC Europe Annual Conference in London. A rich program of sessions on specialist legal and business subjects, networking events and social gatherings filled the two-and-a-half day conference, providing delegates the opportunity to discuss the latest trends affecting in-house counsel.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom
… Articles Building an Effective Legal Team for the 21st Century July 1, 2014 More than 350 in-house lawyers from 30+ countries celebrated the 20th … the latest trends affecting in-house counsel. “2014 is a landmark year for ACC Europe. Over the past 20 years, we …
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Seyfarth Shaw LLP
06/30/2019
1 pages

Wouldn’t it be great if your meetings ran smoothly - where they started and ended on time, people listened, engaged productively even in conflict, stayed on topic, and had clear action items at the end? That often seems like wishful thinking! But what if you could enable the team to actually do all of that - all while saving you time in your day? Here are a few tips to help you out.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… ended on time, people listened, engaged productively even in conflict, stayed on topic, and had clear action items at … missed it, be sure to check out the full call recording for a more in-depth discussion and explanation of any tools … E C ON F L I C T P RODUC T I V E L Y Avoidance of conflict is a common behavior, and in most cases, it creates lasting …
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Kinal M. Patel, Alexis Finkelberg Bortniker, Diane Hazel
04/18/2023
2 pages

This resource provided by Foley & Lardner LLP covers the DOJ’s announcement on February 6th of their withdrawal of the 2011 Statement of Antitrust Enforcement Policy Regarding Accountable Care Organizations Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program (2011 ACO Statement) in addition to two other health care antitrust policy statements.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Regarding Accountable Care Organizations Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program (2011 ACO Statement) … reflect[ing] market realities.” Withdrawal by the DOJ is consistent with the Biden administration’s pronouncements … The FTC, however, has not yet withdrawn the statements. For context, the antitrust laws generally preclude providers …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/01/2018
By investing in each lawyer’s professional development, a legal department may benefit in its employee retention efforts as employees seek to grow in their professions while creating a pipeline of talent when more senior positions become available in the future.
… I was given the opportunity to serve as the legal counsel for the Association of California Water Agencies. At the … and management, and I found out first-hand how true that is by turning to three lawyers I knew, each with his own … available in the future. According to www.mentorscout.com : For many organizations, the knowledge retained in key …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/14/2024
David Carter, head of litigation and regulatory policy at Postscript, and Rich Lee, CEO of New Era ADR, contend that the CLOs combination of legal counselor and data protection steward give them an opportunity to show where data can translate to revenue.
… opposite sides of the risk spectrum, we have each served in both roles for technology companies during our respective careers. These … ideas into market realities. However, digital technology is accelerating this transformation because every company has …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/26/2024
Here are 10 key strategies for receiving feedback and 10 principles for delivering feedback to help foster a feedback-friendly environment in your workplace.
… Publication Date: 09/26/2024 Here are 10 key strategies for receiving feedback and 10 principles for delivering … Source: ACC Docket … Banner artwork by PeopleImages.com - Yuri A / Shutterstock.com I vividly recall my first … feedback, our defenses go up.  Yet, receiving feedback is crucial — it’s one of the quickest ways to improve …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/09/2023
Make every meeting worthwhile. Learn how with tips from ACC Docket Career Path columnist James Bellerjeau in the series, Master Skills to be Effective In-house Counsel.
#ACCDocket #MindfulMonday #MondayMotivation #meetings
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by ImageFlow / Shutterstock.com Nothing sends a signal that you carefully manage your … organizations, how about asking what you would be there for: “I see you invited me to meeting X. Based on the agenda, … if unclear. 5. Use cost-effective locations. Your meeting is not an excuse to travel to an exotic location. Unless the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/01/2016
David Hirschfield, legal director for Galliard Homes in the United Kingdom (London’s largest private housebuilder), and recently honored as a Rising Star at the European Counsel Awards 2016, comes from a family of lawyers, and says he was exposed to legal discussions from an early age.
… Date: 09/01/2016 David Hirschfield, legal director for Galliard Homes in the United Kingdom (London’s largest private … to tough problems. The profession grew to reflect who he is as a person. Born and raised in North London, Hirschfield …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
On a crisp, idyllic afternoon, you might find Cameron Clark jogging along the seawall, which hugs Stanley Park for 10 kilometers along Vancouver Harbor.
… Clark jogging along the seawall, which hugs Stanley Park for 10 kilometers along Vancouver Harbor. Resource Details … … He’s not a personal trainer or park ranger. He’s an in-house attorney at lululemon, a Vancouver-based athletic … explains, “and it’s something I personally enjoy.” Which is the perfect mindset for a lululemon ambassador. That’s not …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2015
Dart Enterprises, where Ward Sykes is vice president of corporate and legal, is the parent company of Dart Realty, the developer of Camana Bay and the company responsible for the beautifully engineered community.
… Docket Article Putting Shovels in the Ground—Development in the Cayman Islands Laurie … Date: 02/01/2015 Dart Enterprises, where Ward Sykes is vice president of corporate and legal, is the parent … the developer of Camana Bay and the company responsible for the beautifully engineered community. Resource Details … …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/16/2019
I’ve worked with Phillips for many years on the ACC Law Department Management Network leadership, where he is currently chair. It recently occurred to me that the in-house legal community would benefit from the leadership lessons Phillips has gleaned from his years serving as — and training to become — a Navy SEAL.
… Publication Date: 07/16/2019 I’ve worked with Phillips for many years on the ACC Law Department Management Network leadership, where he is currently chair. It recently occurred to me that the in-house legal community would benefit from the leadership …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/27/2017
Using in-house counsel to argue in court has advantages, such as saving costs, when used in the right circumstances. Sometimes you can gain a persuasive edge by using in-house at a hearing.
… Docket Article The Pros and Cons of Sending In-house Counsel to Appear in Court Noah Webster Publication … I routinely supervise the preparation of outside counsel for appearances in court, but watch from the wings as they … to appear selectively in court, even where outside counsel is handling litigation for a corporation. The outside law …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/10/2016
Understanding the risks tied to both expressed and unexpressed considerations can go a long way to ensuring a fair deal for your organization. Below are seven pitfalls to avoid and some tips to help you navigate potential issues.
… considerations can go a long way to ensuring a fair deal for your organization. Below are seven pitfalls to avoid and … it comes to leasing office space, even the most seasoned in-house attorneys can overlook a number of potential issues. … organization to become bound by a lease agreement that is not adaptable to your company's future needs. Thinking …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/19/2019
This article includes some of Dr. Obama’s words of wisdom that can help you begin your company’s CSR program.
… keynote speech at SNP’s annual Transformation World event in Heidelberg, Germany. ( Compart Media GmbH ) Your company is a person, legally speaking. And shouldn’t that person be … CSR appears in many forms, whether in robust procedures for supply chain management, corporate donations, or an …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/06/2023
Holding fast to the rule of law is not an easy path, but it is the least difficult of all other alternatives, writes James Bellerjeau. #ACC #ACCDocket #CareerPath
… Date: 03/06/2023 Holding fast to the rule of law is not an easy path, but it is the least difficult of all … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by fran_kie / shutterstock.com In-house counsel are quick to agree to the principle that … also create pressure on management and in-house counsel. For example, employees may demand the company cease doing …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/06/2024
With AI governance models in focus, learn the practical steps for legal professionals to lead their organizations towards responsible AI practices in this article from Legal Tech columnist Olga Mack and coauthors Humira Noorestani of DigiCounsel and Kassi Burns of King & Spalding. #LegalTech #OpenAI #AIGovernance
… Docket Article Legal Tech: A Guide for In-house Lawyers Using the NIST Framework Olga V. Mack … Docket … Banner artwork by shaneinsweden / Shutterstock.com In today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, the role of … lawyers in navigating AI governance and risk management is more crucial than ever. The National Institute of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/21/2017
Canadian tax rules, though often similar, are in some respects significantly different from equivalent US rules. Canadian tax advice should always be sought by US residents wishing to expand their business into the Canadian market, even where the Canadian activity appears limited in scope, in order to prevent potentially costly missteps.
… 09/21/2017 Canadian tax rules, though often similar, are in some respects significantly different from equivalent US … … This article was sponsored by Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. For more articles on Canadian corporate law, read the … be discussed. One general aspect of Canadian tax law that is often surprising to US tax advisors is the emphasis on …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/29/2017
The scope of constant vigilance needed can be a burden to many organizations, and legal sets the mandate for how that is accomplished. Your biggest ally is technology. For source-to-pay and procurement organizations, there is no better combination of risk mitigation tools than a Software as a Service (SaaS) contract management solution linked with a supplier management solution.
… a burden to many organizations, and legal sets the mandate for how that is accomplished. Your biggest ally is technology. For … individuals, brands, or reputations. Factory fires in Bangladesh, food-borne illness at major dining chains, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/01/2019
Leslie Thornton, the recently retired senior vice president and merger transition counsel for WGL Holdings and Washington Gas Light Company, has had the same mandates as most high-profile general counsel. She has navigated and managed major litigation, employment and labor law matters, supported the board of directors, and dealt with complex cybersecurity issues and data protection, all while being cognizant of what that means in the energy industry.
… Docket Article Standing in Your Own Truth Joshua H. Shields Publication Date: … senior vice president and merger transition counsel for WGL Holdings and Washington Gas Light Company, has had … and 10 support staff, including paralegals. The department is divided into different groups: regulatory, litigation, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2016
This article includes some questions that will help you and your employees create a better evaluation process.
… Area: Law Department Management Source: ACC Docket … What is the point of the evaluation process? What specifically are … review demands so much more than sandwiching the areas for improvement between some positives. The best reviews … rather than linear and allow for input, feedback, and buy-in from employees; they provide a solid foundation upon …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/21/2016
"People hear the word ‘boards’ and they make many assumptions. Many of them are simply false,” says Aileen Casanave, deputy general counsel at Jiff, Inc.
… health and financial wellbeing benefits platform for enterprise customers. Casanave is a bold woman with a presence that is larger than life. Her … concern.” Lawyers also assume that they must always act in a legal capacity. Consequently, many attorneys have …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 11/24/2015
Someone once described a traditional legal career as a predictable, well-known path that generations of lawyers take. A deviation from it is frowned upon and can be legal career suicide. Thus, many lawyers miss all the scenic routes!
… Docket Article Sharon Segev's Principles for Taking the Scenic Route in Your Legal Career Olga V. Mack Publication Date: … path that generations of lawyers take. A deviation from it is frowned upon and can be legal career suicide. Thus, many …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/19/2016
Becoming an executive at a high-powered company is a major achievement requiring an “eyes wide open” approach to your career.
… 12/19/2016 Becoming an executive at a high-powered company is a major achievement requiring an “eyes wide open” approach … that not understanding this concept can be frustrating for any professional. Nisewaner believes that ultimately, you … I wanted to manage people. I was very explicit about this in my interview. And I didn't see a path to this goal within …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/16/2018
Linda Mayer has served as an executive or board member with several privately-owned companies. Mayer has a deep understanding of consumer behavior and how to strategize to meet market demand.
… Docket Article All In the Family: Linda Mayer’s Guide to Family Business Boards … familiar with the deals, I was asked to join as a director for these internal boards,” explains Mayer. “In that way, I … service may not be the right career move for everyone. “It is about skillset, fit, ability to set strategy, and holistic …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2021
Mediation is not litigation nor is it a zero-sum game. Although it is a less expensive and more efficient path to resolve conflict than litigation, it is often misunderstood and undervalued.
… Rachel A. Gupta Publication Date: 06/01/2021 Mediation is not litigation nor is it a zero-sum game. Although it is a … the best mediator, consider the specific issues and needs for the case — not just the popularity of the mediator. … When I reflect on the mediations I participated in as an advocate or party representative, I realize now as a …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/08/2021
Many aspects of litigation are uncertain, but open and data-driven conversations with outside counsel can yield cost-effective outcomes.
… Docket Article eDiscovery Predictability in an Unpredictable World Dan Happe Cynthia Rowe Leslie … legal hold. Finally, the hold may be terminated when it is no longer needed so that data is not retained … can limit the scope of discovery, set realistic timelines for document productions, and prevent parties from …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/21/2021
Before embarking on a social media blitz, reflect on who you are as a person and what you want to share.
… my immediate “known” network would be reading my content. For me, writing on LinkedIn was a form of journaling – … the water-cooler chats that could no longer take place in a pandemic-affected, virtual environment. However, as it … Start by understanding who you are... Our identity is a complex intersection of our life experiences, the people …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/07/2022
To share or not to share your life goals; that’s the real question contemplated by columnist James Bellerjeau. #ACCDocket #MondayMotivation
… ACC Docket … Has this ever happened to you? You wrestle in silence with the thought of seeking a promotion, moving … the same questions.  My wife and I have concluded everyone is entertaining what we call “secret plans,”  all the time . … plans come true is by sharing them with someone who cares for you. Discuss your desires, evaluate alternatives. Just by …
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