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Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/01/2017
The question shouldn’t be, “Can I afford to attend a conference?” The question is, “Can I afford not to?”
… be, “Can I afford to attend a conference?” The question is, “Can I afford not to?” Resource Details Interest Area: … … Every year, my church holds an annual weekend retreat for women. It provides women in all walks of life (single, newlywed, married, mother, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/23/2020
There has been a lot of industry buzz about legal operations, or “legal ops.” So, what exactly is legal operations, and why is it important to your department?
… Docket Article What is Legal Operations? Julie Richer Publication Date: … Each law department is different, and what works for one company may not work for another. So, it is important … column? Send topics of interest to me at jmricher@aep.com. More Resources Benchmarking Reports Research & Insights …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/01/2020
Ahmed S. Mousa believes that the importance of scientific advancement in medicine lies not only in invention but also in accessibility. This belief inspired Ahmed to focus his career at the intersection of law and science.
… believes that the importance of scientific advancement in medicine lies not only in invention but also in … and bringing to market next-generation therapies for cancer and respiratory diseases. Ahmed’s father, a … inhibitors of blood vessel formation. The inhibition of new blood vessel formation, can, in turn, serve as a potent …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 06/01/2015
Your clients have races to run, and you’re helping them win.
… otherwise provide expectations as to the attorney’s role. In other words, the company that hired me hadn’t reached its … of pointless tasks and killers of all joy. It’s fodder for classic corporate clichés — the Department of No, the … getting the water when, where and in the form expected is critical to the success of the runner, or at least at …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/13/2021
Check out the just-announced ACC Xchange 2021 to see all the virtual program has to offer.
… Docket Article Early Registration for ACC’s Xchange is Now Open Association of Corporate … The opening plenary session,  Leading Transformation in the Modern Law Department  will feature chief legal …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/30/2023
100 pages

This is a sample lease agreement.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Indenture of Lease January 30, 2023 100 pages This is a sample lease agreement. Resource Details Interest Area: … I [BUILDING] THIS INSTRUMENT IS AN INDENTURE OF LEASE in which the Landlord and the Tenant are the parties … payable under the Existing Lease during such period, but for such Termination Agreement. (c) During the extension …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/05/2022
Vendavo’s Senior Legal Counsel Elizabeth A. Colombo ponders the different approaches both employees and employers can take to maintain engagement in the workplace. #ACCDocket #inhousecounsel
… Docket … Banner artwork by Biscotto Design / Shutterstock.com Chances are you didn’t hear the term “quiet quitting” … low morale, and other more accurate descriptions. For some people, quiet quitting may be another name for, or … .   One way to find your passion for work and reengage is to take part in other activities and hobbies outside of …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2019
It is incredibly valuable for legal departments to create and annually update a Strategic Long Range Plan, lovingly referred to as a “slurp” (SLRP). Simplistically, you take the enterprise’s major objectives and develop strategies and tactics for your department to advance each one.
… a “Slurp” Mark Roellig Publication Date: 10/01/2019 It is incredibly valuable for legal departments to create and annually update a … two purposes — to recognize all the team had accomplished in the previous year and to roll out the next SLRP. In the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/17/2020
The litigation underway suggests that additional consumer and commercial disputes will likely follow due to the outbreak of COVID-19. While it is impossible to predict the nature and extent of any related litigation, claims could develop in several areas.
… Docket Article 7 Steps for Coronavirus Litigation Preparedness Spiwe L. Jefferson … likely follow due to the outbreak of COVID-19. While it is impossible to predict the nature and extent of any related litigation, claims could develop in several areas. Resource Details Interest Area: Litigation …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/25/2023
Barings LLC Chief Legal Officer Jill Dinerman describes her strive for balance as she manages transitioning in her legal role as well as being a woman, mother, and wife. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… Docket Article The Juggle Is Real; Work/Life Balance is a Myth Jill Dinerman … LLC Chief Legal Officer Jill Dinerman describes her strive for balance as she manages transitioning in her legal role as … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by VectorMine / Shutterstock.com The road to “success” I have been practicing law for over …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2018
I've seen even more law department leaders exercising their power as the legal services buyers and adding more value to the corporations where they enable competitive advantage.
… Docket Article From Now to Next in Legal Services: Innovation and Operations Catherine J. … Department Management Source: ACC Docket … "Inside Voice" is a column featuring articles authored by the leaders of … and Disruption (SOLID)  has become an energetic gathering for counsel to stay at the top of their game. At SOLID New
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/01/2018
But to go to the next level, to get promotions, to launch businesses, or to live a life of purpose and meaning, we have to step out of our cocoons, our little life bubbles, and step into something that is at least a little bit scary, if not outright scary, to stretch our muscles, both mental and emotional.
… Docket Article Outside In Whitnie Wiley Publication Date: 12/01/2018 But to go to … our little life bubbles, and step into something that is at least a little bit scary, if not outright scary, to … in bumper-to-bumper traffic (this may be a non-issue for those of you living outside of Los Angeles or London). …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/28/2016
Although this year was, at times, quite difficult, it has been such an incredible journey.
… Docket Article 16 Lessons Learned in 2016 Olga V. Mack Katia Bloom Publication Date: 12/28/2016 … it’s unconventional, actively hiring your own boss is an amazing opportunity to hand-pick your mentor, and make … reaching out and partnering with regulators  — especially for startup attorneys. 5.     While many of us become …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 03/06/2017
Any lawyer knows the importance of language when it comes to contracts, patents, court briefs, and the rest of the hundreds of documents that cross our desks every week.
… cross our desks every week. The core of every legal job is navigating the complexity of words. But many may not be … platform that analyzes wording and language in job listings for maximum effectiveness. Textio also helps companies comply …
… and eCommerce Details & Registration … Enjoy your learning in bite-sized chunks with these short TED-style talks. These … and privacy in the 2020’s and will explore techniques for adaptation in the new AI age . … Automats and Apartment Houses: What Edward …

Data Privacy, Challenges to Information Security, and Data Transfers

Data Privacy, Challenges to Information Security, and Data Transfers a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

Gain a better understanding of the data privacy legal and regulatory landscape that will inevitably serve as a major focus area of your new in-house role. This module will help you:

  • Better identify where and how privacy and data security issues may arise, and how to assess the risks of your data privacy and information security protocols
  • Develop a privacy program and the tools they put in place to prepare for incidents and engage business teams on privacy and security risks
  • Explore how to mitigate your company's cyber risk with cyber and traditional insurance

Examine how to manage an international patchwork of privacy rules and cross-border transfers of data

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… that will inevitably serve as a major focus area of your new in-house role. This module will help you: Better identify … privacy program and the tools they put in place to prepare for incidents and engage business teams on privacy and …
… Events Navigating Choppy Waters in DEI: How Corporate DEI Programs are Evolving in the Wake … challenges and the current legal and social landscape for DEI efforts in-house, especially in the aftermath of the … Court decision and the cases brought in its wake. Learn new ideas and best practices on how your DEI programs can …
Articles
Practical Law Company
08/08/2015
27 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a standard form of confidentiality agreement (also known as a non-disclosure agreement) for a joint venture, where both parties are disclosing information about businesses to be contributed to the joint venture, in a global context.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … to be contributed to the joint venture. This document is in the form of an agreement rather than a letter. It has … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/. Contents I. General …
Event
Start Date: 01/14/2025 | 5:30 PM
… Meeting & Sponsor Welcome Reception!   Join members, in-house counsel, annual relationship sponsors*, and select guests** for an evening of networking and celebration.   We are … of new officers and directors (the slate of candidates is listed below).   On the Ballot : Officers: President …

Key Employment Issues Part I: Keeping the Business Going

Key Employment Issues Part I: Keeping the Business Going a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

Outline the main employment issues and regulations you need to keep in mind and explore the legal considerations associated with hiring new employees. This module will also:

  • Explore the basics of identifying and addressing employment issues such as disability compliance with the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act and required accommodations
  • Dive into the issues surrounding overtime pay, the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act classification compliance and leave, and engaging independent contractors
  • Review discrimination prevention, mental health in the workplace, and employee monitoring
  • Cover emerging workplace issues such as employee social media usage, diversity programs, genetic information discrimination, and class action waivers
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… main employment issues and regulations you need to keep in mind and explore the legal considerations associated with hiring new employees. This module will also: Explore the basics of … Review discrimination prevention, mental health in the workplace, and employee monitoring Cover emerging …
… Events Is Your Company's Advertising Compliant? Tips to Avoid FTC, … the USA? Join this program to examine proposed structures for global expansions, the regulatory environment of various … guidance on how to expand into new markets. Presented in cooperation with Quarles & Brady LLP … Is Your Company's …

ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group's 2025 Virtual Kick-Off Meeting

ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group's 2025 Virtual Kick-Off Meeting
January 23, 2025 | 5:30 PM EST
Mark Vitek (not verified)
January 23, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST
Upcoming Live

Virtual

Join the ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group's kick-off meeting to make connections and to discuss future activities and programs for the upcoming year. 

The goals of ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group are to:

  • offer ACC NCR members opportunities to get together & network, share experiences, and provide personal and professional support;
  • host community service opportunities; and
  • discuss topics of interest to Black and African American in-house counsel.

Please bring your ideas and your interests in topics trending as we start the new year. We look forward to seeing you!

Non CLE or CPD
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… connections and to discuss future activities and programs for the upcoming year.  T he goals of ACC NCR Black & African … discuss topics of interest to Black and African American in-house counsel. Please bring your ideas and your interests in topics trending as we start the new year. We look forward to seeing you! … Virtual … 6431 … …

Four Essential Mindset Shifts for Confident Leadership

Four Essential Mindset Shifts for Confident Leadership a.ouko@acc.com
Interactive

Many legal professionals find themselves second-guessing their every move. Their inner critic convinces them they can't do their job well, or they talk themselves out of pursuing new opportunities in light of past failures. These destructive mindsets play out for every legal professional in some way or another and can have a serious cumulative cost to career success. This fast-paced TED-style talk from career coach Emily Hirsekorn will teach attendees how to identify the four most common mindset blocks to career success and specific strategies for shifting each block on demand in order to boost career confidence, engagement, and fulfillment long-term.

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… Events Four Essential Mindset Shifts for Confident Leadership Start Date: 01/12/2025 | 7:44 PM … do their job well, or they talk themselves out of pursuing new opportunities in light of past failures. These destructive mindsets play …

Employment Law Update

Employment Law Update a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

As we come out on the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic and its related employment rules, policies, and decisions, in-house counsel must determine which new employment developments have run their course and which are here to stay. Join this expert panel as it highlights legislative developments and judicial opinions in key areas, including paid and unpaid leave legislation, wage and hour developments, the National Labor Relations Board, remote employees, and other non-COVID related employment laws like religious accommodation, hairstyle discrimination, and restrictive covenants and non-compete agreements.


Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

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… and its related employment rules, policies, and decisions, in-house counsel must determine which new employment … Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit. … Employment Law Update …

Be a Champion for Change: DEI in Sports and Entertainment

Be a Champion for Change: DEI in Sports and Entertainment a.ouko@acc.com
On-Demand

While the sports and entertainment industries have faced their fair share of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) challenges in recent years, they have also been leaders in change, using their platforms to advocate for equality and workplace respect. Join this session to learn how in-house counsel in these industries can work collaboratively and effectively with executive leadership to continue to move the needle in this extremely important area. Gain new ways to implement strategies for developing and diversifying talent, effective DEI training programs, and appropriate KPIs to help measure success in diversity initiatives.


Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.

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… Events Be a Champion for Change: DEI in Sports and Entertainment Available On-Demand - Publication … Due to the nature of its content, this on-demand program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit. … Be a Champion for

Creating an AI Governance Program

Creating an AI Governance Program Mark Vitek (not verified)
On-Demand

Pressure is rising for companies to use AI to gain a competitive advantage (or to not fall behind). AI promises tremendous innovation and productivity gains, but new regulations, copyright and IP issues, ethical use concerns, and AI safety risks can feel overwhelming. This session will explore the creation of a comprehensive, effective, and “doable” AI Governance program through a combination of AI policies and processes. Learn to navigate both current and future risks and requirements, including evolving regulations, copyright and IP issues, and the ethical and safe use of AI. A smart AI Governance program enables both compliance and risk reduction and faster deployment.

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… Privacy, and eCommerce Details & Registration … Pressure is rising for companies to use AI to gain a competitive advantage (or … promises tremendous innovation and productivity gains, but new regulations, copyright and IP issues, ethical use …
Articles
Lewis S. Wiener, Partner, and Wilson G. Barmeyer, Associate, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
04/21/2015

This quick overview (QuickCounsel) presents key litigation issues the Energy sector faces concerning the US Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and the energy sector is no exception. TCPA cases against electricity and natural … on the rise, with more than half a dozen such cases filed in 2015 in federal courts in Texas, New York, Ohio, Florida, … October 2013, the TCPA now requires written consent for most automated telemarketing communications. Class action …
Articles
Nichole Chollet
03/12/2018

This Quick Overview provides practical suggestions on how best to mitigate the risk of privilege loss, without unduly interfering with the business operation.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… States … By Nichole Chollet Overview Working with vendors is commonplace in practically every industry and corporation, including … to ensure the proposed marks and slogans are available for use. Let's further assume that, while performing the due …
Articles
02/24/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Employment & Labor eGroup, addresses the legality of deducting from last paycheck when an employee fails to return company equipment.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… quoted below prior to publishing their forum Comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.)   Question: My IT … employees across the country. It looks like this approach is fraught with pitfalls in California.   Does anyone have an … simply require that the employees compensate the company for the fair value of any company equipment that is not …
Articles
04/05/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Nonprofit Organizations Forum, addresses Board members involvement in specific company policies.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Organizations Forum, addresses Board members involvement in specific company policies. Resource Details Interest Area: … process? Wisdom of the Crowd: Response #1: This strikes me is crossing the line from oversight to micromanagement. The … I was comfortable with. It seems like a reasonable way for them to know that the major issues were being covered. …
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