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Melissa Beaumont, Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
09/02/2014
6 pages

This article discusses the rights and responsibilities of employers in Canada in providing childcare to their employees.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Source: Resource Library
Region: Canada
… Articles When Childcare Interferes With Work: When is an Employer’s Duty to Accommodate Triggered? (Canada) … | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3 | 1-855-483-7529 | www.tdslaw.com By Melissa Beaumont When Childcare Interferes With Work: … childcare obligations, unless this causes undue hardship for the employer. “Family status” is not a new protection for
Articles
Ryan Quinn
10/20/2015

This article briefly discusses the importance of real estate in different scenarios.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Due Diligence of Real Estate Assets in Connection with Merger & Acquisition Transactions - … Quinn1 Business Justification: The business’ justification for pursuing a transaction will determine the importance of … If the main justification for pursuing a transaction is to acquire technology, then the business is typically …
Program Materials
Charles Elson, Ann Mulé
10/20/2015

Large institutional investors have been increasingly focused on board composition in order to ensure an effective board of directors. Recent activist investor activity has increased the visibility of these issues. This panel will focus on such critical board composition matters as appropriate skill sets, including independent director industry expertise, and board refreshment techniques such as evaluations, tenure and term limits. The panel will also review how these important issues can impact board diversity. Everyone who advises a board of directors should attend this session.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Board Composition, Refreshment and Tenure—Hot Issues for Corporate Boards Author Charles Elson, Ann Mulé October … oversight…and more broadly, appropriate board composition…is the single most important factor in good governance.”** – … shareholder/director engagement – http://www.sdxprotocol.com/ 19 Engagement/Disclosures • Another way to engage with …
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Steven Alan Bennett
09/01/1999

A summary of ACC’s 1999 efforts to support your ability to practice effectively and efficiently. Read and to share this article with your clients.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and efficiently so that point to some good news for change is ACCA is all about Over the past year ACCA has … represented person only through their attorney wwwacca.com/gcadvocate/exparte.html Mr McKay was the only …
Articles
Tom Mighell, Esq., Vice President, Contoural, Inc.
08/16/2021
6 pages
Resource Details
Interest Area: Information Governance
Region: United States
… business, compliance and litigation trends and issues for educational and planning purposes. However, legal information is not the same as legal advice – the application of law to … Additional information is available at www.contoural.com. Copyright © Contoural 2021 2 Copyright © Contoural 2021 …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
04/09/2016
6 pages

This is a template mutual non-disclosure agreement between two companies.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Between Two Parties [USA] April 9, 2016 6 pages This is a template mutual non-disclosure agreement between two … [COMPANY 2 NAME] ("[COMPANY 2]"), with its headquarters in [COMPANY 2 ADDRESS] (each individually a "Party" and … a possible business transaction (the "Transaction") and for the purposes of the ongoing Transaction, the Parties …
Articles
10/14/2009

This guide will lead an in-house counsel/department to the benefits of invoice review strategies.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Review Process October 14, 2009 This guide will lead an in-house counsel/department to the benefits of invoice review …  Defining the goals   Identifying roles and who is involved   … (Practice Tip: This is a great area for a “Six Sigma” or “Continuous Improvement” project, if  …
Articles
Judy Kim <br />Senior Counsel <br />Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. <br /> <br />Alan Mills <br />Barnes & Thornburg LLP <br /> <br />William Tate <br />Bryan Cave LLP
01/01/2004

An article encouraging the development of mentor relationships. Includes recommendations for mentees, recommendations for mentors, and recommendations for legal employers.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… of mentor relationships. Includes recommendations for mentees, recommendations for mentors, and recommendations … S. Boags, Ph.D. For lawyers, the importance of mentoring is well established. In the legal workplace, mentoring … the full report available on MCCA’s web site (www.mcca.com) or contact MCCA for a copy of the report. Ida O. Abbott, …
Articles
Patrick Lamb
10/19/2009

Providing insight that will assist inside counsel and far-sighted outside counsel navigate the issues surrounding alternatives to the billable hour.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
Audience: Legal Operations
… One note at the outset. Lawyers are trained to look for the exception to the rule, and, as a class, are very good … to the better. The old adage that you get what you pay for is particularly apt with respect to fees. This adage is … P a tric k J. M c Kenna ( w w w.pa tric k m c kenna.com ) w orks w i t h t he to p m anagement of premiere law f …
Articles
Max Bonici, Liz Clark Rinehart, and Elizabeth A. Sines (Venable LLP)
08/23/2024
5 pages

Learn how US banking regulations and policy may change in the wake of the US Supreme Court's 2024 decision overturning the Chevron doctrine, as well as takeaways for your organization.

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Region: United States
… Learn how US banking regulations and policy may change in the wake of the US Supreme Court's 2024 decision … overturning the Chevron doctrine, as well as takeaways for your organization. Resource Details Interest Area: … statutes. However, the upshot of this significant ruling is more nuanced for financial institutions than for other …
Articles
11/01/2007

The Movers and Shakers in November 2007

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… (November 2007) October 31, 2007 The Movers and Shakers in November 2007 Resource Details Interest Area: Law … Co). Deborah Butler, formerly the chief privacy officer for Unisys Corporation, has moved on to Wyeth Pharmaceuti- … Tiffani Alexander, editorial coordinator, at alexander@acc.com. Shipley Bross Fell Walner … The Movers and Shakers in
Articles
03/01/2013

This collection of survey data is based on respondents to several ACC surveys, including the 2011 ACC/Corpedia Benchmarking Survey on Compliance Programs and Risk Assessments.

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Source: ACC Docket
… (March 2013) March 1, 2013 This collection of survey data is based on respondents to several ACC surveys, including the … Department Compensation Survey, the average base salary for the general counsel in a single-lawyer environment is … see this 10 ASSoCiATion oF CorPorATe CoUnSel WWW.ACC.CoM/SUrveyS +1>1 Lathrop & Gage was founded in 1873 on the …
Articles
04/01/2013

Respondents to ACC’s 2013 Chief Legal Officers Survey and 2011 ACC/Corpedia Benchmarking Survey on Compliance Programs and Risk Assessments offer their take on the impact of social media and what compliance and ethics risk areas are a high priority.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Request a trial membership . … Compliance and ethics is risky business … When asked which compliance and ethics … Survey – Mid Market Edition, the average base salary for a general counsel and corporate secretary is $329,069; … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COM/SURvEyS Lathrop & Gage was founded in 1873 on the …
Articles
07/01/2013

Respondents to several surveys, including ACC’s Chief Legal Officers (CLO) 2013 Survey – Canada and the 2011 ACC/Corpedia Benchmarking Survey on Compliance Programs and Risk Assessments, discuss ethics training, measuring success and containing legal costs. <br />

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada
… respondents referencing emails and e-news as their source for information. men are more likely to use their office … Department Survey 2013 cited that containing legal costs is one of the most important professional challenges facing … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL www.ACC.COm/SURvEyS Lathrop & Gage was founded in 1873 on the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP
09/16/2015

This checklist presents key considerations for preparing and responding to environmental disasters.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Preparing for and Responding to Environmental Disasters Author … traditional environmental response planning drills o Focus is more on crisis management as opposed to incident response … unnecessarily For more information, visit safetylitigation.com or contact: Matt Gatewood 202.383.0122 …
Program Materials
Lambros Kilaniotis
07/08/2016

Panel discussion on the potential legal impact of an exit by one or more EU Member States and steps in-house counsel can take to future-proof legal documents.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… of an exit by one or more EU Member States and steps in-house counsel can take to future-proof legal documents. … Eurozone? • Absence of explicit mechanism in EU treaties for exit or expulsion from Eurozone • Exit of Greece (or of … exit – local measures • Exiting state would introduce new currency (NC) and new currency legislation (NCL) which …
Articles
Joaquim Manhães Moreira, Lucas Kurtz and Daniel Takaki – Manhães Moreira
Advogados Associados
10/30/2013
2 pages

A review of recent changes in Brazil related to thin capitalization, which apply to money borrowed by a Brazilian company from a foreign related party. Thin capitalization allows the borrowing party to pay interest to the related party lender instead of paying dividends.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil
… October 30, 2013 2 pages A review of recent changes in Brazil related to thin capitalization, which apply to … instead of paying dividends. Payments of interest qualify for corporate income tax deduction, while payments of … pure capital increases. Provided that the related party is not located in a privileged tax regime, the following …
Advocacy Filings
01/25/2019

FRCP Sign-On Letter

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Source: Resource Library
… of the Federal Civil Rules Advisory Committee: We write in opposition to the proposed amendment to Federal Rule of … to select the 30(b)(6) witnesses that will speak for the organization. Unfortunately, the Committee’s … parties. The clear implication of the proposed amendment is that the party noticing the deposition has the right to …
Program Materials
Martín Castro, Adrian Morris, Saswata Mukherjee, Mathias Schulze Steinen, Liz Walker
07/08/2016

The expectations on Legal teams have changed dramatically over the last decade. From protecting reputation and delivering meaningful compliance programmes through to creating competitive advantage and driving efficiency through innovation. How can legal leaders create the dynamic for their teams to deliver across such a challenging landscape. Our panelists will discuss a range of experience that can deliver lasting strategic benefits and influence cultural change.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
… Program Materials Driving Change: Legal Leadership in Today's Complex Macro Environment Author Martín Castro, … innovation. How can legal leaders create the dynamic for their teams to deliver across such a challenging … BECOME GLOBAL COMMODITIZATION OF LEGAL SERVICES …AND THERE IS RELENTLESS PACE OF CHANGE AROUND US 2016 ACC Europe Annual …
Program Materials
Rony P Gerrits
05/20/2014

Anti-cartel enforcement has evolved substantially in Europe in recent years and the EU Commission has consistently reaffirmed its position by punishing hard-core cartels and imposing record-level fines. Companies can manage cartel investigations by setting preventive internal checks and establishing an effective antitrust compliance policy and specific guidelines for employees. Are you ready for an unannounced dawn-raid inspection visit?

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: Meetings
Region: European Union
… 20, 2014 Anti-cartel enforcement has evolved substantially in Europe in recent years and the EU Commission has … antitrust compliance policy and specific guidelines for employees. Are you ready for an unannounced dawn-raid … services. • Facts: AMS surcharge - US freight forwarder is invited to attend trade association meeting as a guest. …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
12/31/2004

This quick reference provides a list of employer obligations under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… other personal leave be used. 3. Upon timely application for reinstatement, did the employer timely reinstate the … by the employer, did the employer reemploy the person in some other position he/she was qualified to perform which is the "nearest approximation" of the position to which the …
06/07/2017

Data Breach Notification - presentation held in Sydney 7 June 2017.

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Region: Australia
… The new laws, and what to consider when preparing for them Page 2 22 February 2018 Page 3 Reasonable grounds to … Page 20 What can you expect? Page 21 Page 22 Bird & Bird is an international legal practice comprising Bird & Bird LLP … is open to inspection at that address. twobirds.com Thank you Lisa Vanderwal, Special Counsel …
06/14/2017

Commercial Contract Series - presentation held in Melbourne 14 June 2017.

Resource Details
Region: Australia
… The new laws, and what to consider when preparing for them Page 2 22 February 2018 Page 3 Reasonable grounds to … Page 20 What can you expect? Page 21 Page 22 Bird & Bird is an international legal practice comprising Bird & Bird LLP … is open to inspection at that address. twobirds.com Thank you Lisa Vanderwal, Special Counsel …
Articles
06/01/2013

Respondents to several surveys, including the 2013 Chief Legal Officer Survey and the 2011 ACC/Corpedia Benchmarking Survey on Compliance Programs and Risk Assessments, report on pro bono programs and anonymous reporting systems.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… bank… According to the ACC 2011 Census Report, 32% of new in-house counsel make less than $125,000 per year in base … program, the top three responses were that the department is too small, legal staff is stretched too thin and lack of … see this 10 ASSOCIATION OF CORPORATE COUNSEL WWW.ACC.COm/SURvEyS SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY At McDermott Will & Emery, …
Articles
10/08/2015

This article provides a clear and comprehensive analysis of the key issues relating to private equity fundraising and deal-doing on a jurisdiction by jurisdiction basis in Switzerland.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Switzerland
… and deal-doing on a jurisdiction by jurisdiction basis in Switzerland. Resource Details Interest Area: Financial … was from foreign sources. Although no comprehensive data for 2013 was available at the time of writing, indicators … funds remain comparatively marginal investors. This is due to a number of reasons, which include fragmentation of …
… and general counsel (Nashville, TN). Charles W. Burson is retiring from his position as executive vice president, … has joined MV Transportation, Inc. as corporate coun- sel for labor and employment/litigation (Fairfield, CA). Monsanto … editorial and production coordinator, at rusignola@acca.com. Gaynor McDonald Cambre Frankel Mandell … 1451 … …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Kevin Chapman, Shelly Cooper, John Sander
10/29/2014

A sample scenario regarding expansion into international markets, including different scenes and questions to consider in this situation.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
… including different scenes and questions to consider in this situation. Resource Details Interest Area: Law … Company has decided to expand into international markets for the first time. The Company’s plans vary quite a bit among individual markets; in some cases the objective is simply to have one or more contacts in place to call on …
Articles
Jackson Lewis P.C.
05/25/2022
2 pages

Remote work and flexible schedules have burgeoned with the spread of COVID-19 and are likely here to stay. Compliance issues such as the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification affect all companies (regardless of whether they sponsor foreign nationals), and because of COVID-19 the relevant agencies have modified those processes.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Employment and Labor
Region: United States
… the relevant agencies have modified those processes. In addition, as companies review their policies, procedures, salaries and benefit structures for this century’s workplace, you must remember immigration … are there changes that might affect immigration status? o Is employee moving to a different or second location …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
03/11/2016
2 pages

This is a sample indemnification agreement, under which the seller of a product agrees to indemnify the purchaser against third-party claims in connection with the merchandise, such as claims of copyright infringement. The sample is governed by the laws of California.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Seller and a Purchaser (US) March 11, 2016 2 pages This is a sample indemnification agreement, under which the seller … to indemnify the purchaser against third-party claims in connection with the merchandise, such as claims of … [CLAIMANT COMPANY] (the "Company") asserted a claim for Copyright Infringement and other claims against Purchaser …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
The ServiceMaster Company
05/03/2004

Charter for a company's disclosure committee. Includes the purpose, composition, meetings, and duties and responsibilities of the committee.

… Author The ServiceMaster Company May 2, 2004 Charter for a company's disclosure committee. Includes the purpose, … of The ServiceMaster Company (“ServiceMaster”) is to assist the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster in their certification obligations under Section 302 of the …
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