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John K. Villa - Partner, Williams & Connolly LLP.
01/25/2007

Are you thinking about bypassing the expensive privilege log by getting the other sie to agree to a clawback or a "quick peak?" Before you make any agreements, make sure you know about the risks!

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… terms can be devised to locate potentially responsive data for production, they cannot identify those documents that may … their agree- ment in an order[.]”3 Where such an agreement is reached, amended Rule 16(b)(6) authorizes the court to … published by aCC and West, available at jvilla@wc.com. Clawbacks, Quick Peeks, and Running with Scissors BY …
Articles
Demarest Advogados
01/01/2014

A review of Brazil's handling of multi-jurisdictional insolvency.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Financial Services
Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… Insolvency - The OGX Case And Other Cases In the last months, we have been following the crisis experienced by OGX Group that filed for court-supervised reorganization on October 30, 2013. OGX Group is formed by the following companies: OGX Petróleo e Gás …
Articles
Norman Wain - Vice President of Corporate Legal Affairs and Assistant General Counsel, The Finish Line, Inc.
09/21/2007

One of the most important skills a corporate generalist can develop is that gut instinct that tells you that you are way out of your league on a particular topic or issue. Learn how to use your greatest tool - the mental Rolodex buried within.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… most important skills a corporate generalist can develop is that gut instinct that tells you that you are way out of … has been put on your desk…. “Need you to review this issue for me right away. We have a meet- ing tomorrow and we need … by Paradigm). He can be reached at nwain@finishline.com. Outside counsel also provide us with key networking …
Program Materials
10/20/2015
36 pages

This presentation speaks about licensing in, ownership, open source, EULA’s and other issues related to the development, use, distribution and licensing out of software.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Program Materials Management and Issues for Software October 20, 2015 36 pages This presentation speaks about licensing in, ownership, open source, EULA’s and other issues related … use others code and software. How you manage that process is critically important. Basic questions when managing …
Program Materials
Justin Castillo, Leon Liu, John Lowe, Charles Wilkinson
10/19/2015

The panel will discuss effective crisis management and exit strategies and will provide practical advice on how to successfully deal with crises such as political instability, international terrorism and pandemics in the countries where your company operates.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Meetings
… Program Materials Crisis Management and Exit Strategies For When Things Go Wrong in Foreign Countries Author Justin Castillo, Leon Liu, John … When Things Go Wrong in Foreign Countries Hypothetical ABC is a decent-sized international company based in a major …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/03/2017

This is a sample management agreement where the Owner appoints a Manager as the sole and exclusive leasing, rental agent and manager of the property.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Exclusive Management Agreement February 3, 2017 This is a sample management agreement where the Owner appoints a … (hereinafter referred to as the "Manager"), WITNESSETH: In consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein, … shall commence [TERM START DATE], and shall continue for a period of [NUMBER OF YEARS] until [TERM END DATE] and …
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 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Foley & Lardner LLP
03/04/2020
32 pages

This tool is designed to assess existing hospital/physician relationships that could identify potential violations of the federal Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) or False Claims Act (or similar state laws), which could trigger disclosure and/or repayment obligations.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Region: United States
… Foley & Lardner LLP March 3, 2020 32 pages This tool is designed to assess existing hospital/physician … . … � DISCLAIMER: This sample form has been prepared for general educational purposes and should not be construed … take any action that relies upon the information contained in this document. You should consult a lawyer concerning your …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/23/2023
11 pages

This is sample operating agreement between members of a Delaware limited liability company (LLC).

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Contracts Limited Liability Company Operating Agreement for Delaware March 23, 2023 11 pages This is sample operating agreement between members of a Delaware … for the purposes and on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the …
01/12/2017

2016 Advocacy Summary

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Region: United States
…  international  bar  association  comprised  solely  of  in-­‐house  attorneys,  ACC  provides  a  unique  and …  February  with  the  Office  of  National  Coordinator  for  Health  Information  Technology  (ONC),  continuing  a …  Director  of  Advocacy  and  Public  Policy  m.blatch@acc.com  (202)  677-­‐4775    J.D.  White  Associate  Director …
Articles
03/01/2016

Commentary on Beijing Arbitration Commission Arbitration Rules (2015)

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: China
… under the same arbitration agreement. If the appli- cation is made before the arbitral tribunal is constituted, it shall … Spirit of the 4th Plenary Session of the 18th CPC Central Com- mittee to Comprehensively Promote the Rule of Law” also … in applying the currently effective arbitration rules. For instance, adding factors to be considered when deciding …
Program Materials
Jennifer Adamy, Marc Lorelli, Stanton Weinstein
06/03/2014

Learn to spot common issues in advertising, trademarks, licensing and other areas so that you leave empowered to respond accordingly.

… Stanton Weinstein June 3, 2014 Learn to spot common issues in advertising, trademarks, licensing and other areas so that … Your Client's IP Jennifer  Adamy    Jennifer Adamy is an attorney with experience as a commercial litigator, … and global supplier of scalable fuel cell systems for clean, critical and secure on-site distributed power …
Program Materials
Mark Diamond, Brian Hayle, Emma Wheatley
10/18/2016

Information governance (IG) overwhelms companies, creating compliance risks, increased discovery costs, privacy threats, and lower employee productivity. Siloed approaches to information governance fall short. This program explores building the case for a cross-functional approach to information governance. After this session, attendees will be able to list IG compliance risks and related in-house counsel’s ethical responsibilities; identify messaging strategies to get C-suite support for IG; list the ideal composition of an IG committee; obtain a seven-step project plan for launching an IG program; and quantify the benefits of an IG program. Attendees will also receive a business case outline to present to the C-suite, sample committee charter, and checklist of do’s and don’ts in building your case.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Program Materials Building a Business Case for an Information Governance Program 2016 Author Mark … Governance Program v1-7 Mark Disclaimer Legal Information Is Not Legal Advice This presentation provides information … Auto Classification, Parts 1 &2 Available at www.contoural.com Information Governance Recorded Webinars Creating IG …
Articles
Squire Sanders
03/03/2014

The Third Amendment to the PRC Trademark Law, passed by the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, amends deficiencies of trademark protection under the current legal framework. This article provides an overall review of the key updates to the PRC Trademark Law.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Resource Library
Region: China
… Member? Request a trial membership . … - Up to 12 months for review of a trademark invalidation based on absolute … Made Efficient • The CTMO’s Opposition Procedure is changed significantly. Under the current legal regime, any … © Squire Sanders. All Rights Reserved 2013squiresanders.com 10817/09/13 • Right of prior use is recognised under the …
Articles
James A. Nortz
10/01/2007

Discusses the layers of protection against illegal or unethical employee behavior the typical compliance and ethics risk management program has.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… there are sufficient layers of protection in existing com- pliance and ethics risk management systems to prevent, … to identify and examine the key systems the organization is rely- ing upon to manage its legal/ethical risks. and, JSa … manage risks in systems that are generally too complex for any one person to • • • • • established the following …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
02/28/2013

This resource is a Pre-Monitoring Management Questionnaire for the Customer Service Department. It was presented as part of the ACC 2012 Compliance and Ethics Training Program.

… - Customer Service February 28, 2013 This resource is a Pre-Monitoring Management Questionnaire for the Customer Service Department. It was presented as part … when was it last tested and by whom? If the response is in the affirmative, please also advise whether any report was …
Articles
Rodyk & Davidson LLP
12/02/2013

In the latest developments affecting employment law and practice in Singapore, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) announced on 23 September 2013 the introduction of a Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) requiring employers to consider Singaporeans first before considering foreigners for professional, managerial and executive (PME) positions.

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Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Singapore
… consider Singaporeans first before considering foreigners for professional, managerial and executive (PME) positions. … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.rodyk.com DECEMBER 2013 BUSINESS BULLETIN ::: AUTHORS ::: … The advertising rule One of the key features of the FCF is the advertising rule (Advertising Rule), pursuant to which …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
11/05/2018
1 pages

Financial Management Restructure In-house Worksheet

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: Legal Operations
… November 5, 2018 1 pages Financial Management Restructure In-house Worksheet Resource Details Interest Area: Law … paralegals and administrative support tracked time for two weeks (not by 6 minute intervals, but by 15 minute … attorneys. 1.       Determine whether current work load is customary. Adjust for any anomalies. 2.       Determine …
Program Materials
Douglas Henkin, David Ross and Benjamin Rossen
04/11/2016

Discuss recent developments in the global regulatory landscape that impact cybersecurity compliance in the financial industry, and the sources of authority or reference for defining legal standards in this domain. Review regulatory guidance that both identifies and raises questions on what is enough to satisfy an organization’s responsibilities to customers, employees, business partners and other stakeholders with respect to cybersecurity. Identify best practices for effective implementation of cybersecurity measures. Explore how a multinational financial institution can structure its cybersecurity program at the enterprise level without running afoul of foreign jurisdictions’ regulators. Review the state of play in civil litigation over data breaches, including plaintiff strategies for overcoming motions to dismiss based on inadequate pleadings or standing. Discuss recent settlements of major data breach class actions and their impact on future cases.

… industry, and the sources of authority or reference for defining legal standards in this domain. Review … guidance that both identifies and raises questions on what is enough to satisfy an organization’s responsibilities to … sharing and analysis groups (i.e., FS-ISAC — www.fsisac.com) Train and Test Actively Monitor Training and awareness …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/28/2015

This is a sample guarantee agreement among a company, its subsidiaries and a banking institution.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… its Subsidiaries, and a Bank December 28, 2015 This is a sample guarantee agreement among a company, its … the Borrower subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the [CREDIT AGREEMENT]. The obligations of the Lenders to … of acceptance of its guarantee and notice of protest for nonpayment. SECTION 2.02. Guarantee of Payment. Each of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
07/19/2023
14 pages

This sample template is for the bylaws of a Maryland corporation.

… Bylaws (US) July 19, 2023 14 pages This sample template is for the bylaws of a Maryland corporation. Resource Details … PRINCIPAL OFFICE. The principal office of the corporation in the State of Maryland shall be located in NAMED County or …
Checklists
06/06/2009

Provides a short overview of some of the issues at the heart of taking charge of escalating law firm costs. Provides questions you should be asking and is a starting point to assist in controlling law firm costs. Includes additional resources and references.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… firm costs. Provides questions you should be asking and is a starting point to assist in controlling law firm costs. … . … Copyright © 2008, Association of Corporate Counsel For more information, visit www.acc.com 1 ACC’s 2008 Annual Meeting “ACC’S VALUE CHALLE�GE: …
Program Materials
06/24/2016

Information Governance Life Cycle - Expected and Unexpected Challenges

Resource Details
Source: Meetings
Audience: Legal Operations
… Paralegal, Commercial Operations https://www.accmeetings.com/LO16/SessionCoverFile.aspx?prin... 1 of 6 6/13/16 2:46 PM … She reports directly to the General Counsel and is a member of the Legal Leadership Team. As a member of the … strategies and takes ownership and responsibility for implementing, supporting and enforcing the use of …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/05/2016

This is a sample confidentiality agreement between a company and receiver where the company is prepared to make available to the receiving party certain information concerning the business, operations and assets of the Company.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Agreement between Company and Receiver April 5, 2016 This is a sample confidentiality agreement between a company and … transaction with the Company (the"Transaction"), and, in order to assist the Receiving Party in evaluating the … Party, in each case who need to know such information for the purpose of evaluating a Transaction on the Receiving …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/20/2011

Sample worksheets and checklists, with helpful annotation: project charter, project vision, risk review, metrics, SMART-goal/objectives, and conditions of satisfaction. From ACC Value Challenge workshop, Legal Service Management, July 2010: www.acc.com/legalservicemanagement

Resource Details
Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
… workshop, Legal Service Management, July 2010: www.acc.com/legalservicemanagement Resource Details Interest Area: … from the author: Copyright © 2010, Steven B. Levy. For more information on Lexician and author/consultant Steven … Status Item Notes Clear Problem Statement Is there a clear client problem statement? Is it described …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/30/2004

A code of conduct intended to reaffirm the company's commitment to the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and fairness in every action that we take.” Just as important is our value of Accountability: “We take responsibility for our performance in all of our decisions and actions.” …
Articles
Mathieu Gagné, Associé, McCarthy Tétreault, Mathieu Dubord, Associé, McCarthy Tétreault, Jean-François L. Denis, Conseillerjuridiqueprincipal, Bombardier AvionsCommerciaux
09/11/2016

Comment aller encore plus loin dans l’accroissement de la valeur?

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… que vous utiliserez pour suivre les résultats • Moneyball for Law Departments • Moneyball for Law Departments II • ACC … team from worst to first • Competing on analytics: the new science of winning Références essentielles Exemple de … P R IV É E T C O N F ID E N T IE L © B o m b a rd ie r In c . o u s e s f ili a le s . T o u s d ro it s r é s e rv …
Program Materials
Panagiota Dafniotis, Sri Divakaruni, Brian J. Hamilla
10/30/2014

This presentation will examine the risks, rewards and basic steps of evaluating and soliciting offers to monetize intellectual property assets of the company.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Intellectual Property
Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… those of their employers. Outline • Introduction • Why is your Board Interested in Monetizing IP? • Taking a Step … before embarking on IP monetization • Critical challenge for a board is determining how much risk to accept in effort … Control for your brand? Quality assurance, samples, mar com review, spot checks. • Attract critical attention to your …
Checklists
Jackson Lewis P.C.
06/10/2021
2 pages

How can the workplace violence assessment approach help employers meet their obligations to keep the workplace and workforce safe from harm? In this checklist, learn more about the historical context, critical factors and next steps to take in order to ensure a peaceful and safe work environment.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
Audience: Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… of some form of workplace violence. Workplace violence is not limited to physical acts or verbal threats against … information on this topic can be found at www.jacksonlewis.com. ©2020 Jackson Lewis P.C. This material is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to …
Articles
Shane Bell, Forensic and Cyber Director of McGrathNicol
01/01/2016
2 pages

Knowing how and when to balance risk and reward is a skill necessary for in-house counsel to master. In order to achieve success in today's markets, in-house counsel need to be not only legal savvy leaders but tech savvy leaders too.

Resource Details
Region: Australia, Global
Audience: Mid-Career
… Articles What is Tech Savvy Leadership? Author Shane Bell, Forensic and … and when to balance risk and reward is a skill necessary for in-house counsel to master. In order to achieve success … “ acc_journal_sep16.indd 8 5/09/2016 7:55 PM acla.acc.com 9VOLUME 26, ISSUE 3  SPRING 2016 What are some of the …
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