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Gregory Stern
03/01/2018

Though legal and IT departments are now deeply intertwined, confusion and frustration between the two remains. Here’s how the groups can communicate and collaborate better.

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… CHUBB GROUP OF INSURANCE COMPANIES greg.stern@chubb.com For most of my years working in or manag- ing corporate legal … and dynamic tension. On the one hand, the IT department is a client, with all the relationship- forging that …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
11/07/2016

This is a sample promissory note for value received where the borrower is a Delaware corporation.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts Promissory Note for Value Received - Delaware November 7, 2016 This is a sample promissory note for value received where the … shall have the respective meanings assigned to such terms in the Agreement. 2. This Promissory Note is issued pursuant …
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Gregory Stern
10/01/2016

In ACC Docket's October Tech Toolbox, columnist Gregory Stern gives recommendations on various practices for short-form, long-form, and collaborative writing.

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… Gregory Stern gives recommendations on various practices for short-form, long-form, and collaborative writing. … membership . … Lawyers do many things, but one of the most com- mon is writing. In this post, I’ll talk about some of the best …
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Gregory Stern
09/01/2017

For law departments to be more efficient, in-house counsel must develop thoughtful programs to methodically identify, create, and update their valuable knowledge assets.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Department, and You Author Gregory Stern September 1, 2017 For law departments to be more efficient, in-house counsel … CHUBB GROUP OF INSURANCE COMPANIES greg.stern@chubb.com Way back in 1957, Peter Drucker accurately predicted that … be its knowl- edge workers and their productivity.”1 What is a knowledge worker? A knowledge worker is someone whose …
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Bob Feldman -- Deputy General Counsel, Computer Sciences Corporation
09/01/2009

Find out why warranty protection language should be closely examined.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… with my brother of a chain-driven tricycle. That trike is long gone, vanished when I graduated to a bright red … coast along comfortably. The sales article of the Uniform Com- mercial Code is, at least from a buyer’s perspective, … of vehicle to better carry that load. Nowhere is the need for another wheel for a buyer more apparent than under UCC …
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David Markatos - Global Legal Director, Anheuser-Busch InBev NV/SA
11/01/2009

Read for some tips as to how to design a learning and development program to best enhance your company's performance!

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Director, Anheuser-Busch InBev NV/SA November 1, 2009 Read for some tips as to how to design a learning and development … challenging times, one of the fi rst things to be cut is the corporate training and education budget. But creating … and the greater business, professional and academic com- munities. Create a periodic (at least quarterly) lecture …
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D. Casey Flaherty
03/01/2015

Because technology now enables us to measure just about anything with sometimes suffocating precision, our choices about what and how to measure are indicative of what we have decided is worthy of our attention. Reflecting on our attention, rather than our good intentions, can make for an uncomfortable exercise.

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… and how to measure are indicative of what we have decided is worthy of our attention. Reflecting on our attention, rather than our good intentions, can make for an uncomfortable exercise. Resource Details Source: ACC … CORPORATE COUNSEL FOR KIA MOTORS AMERICA cflaherty@kiausa.com In an information economy, attention is the scarcest …
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Maryrose Delahunty
07/01/2013

In the context of social media use in the workplace, the author contends that it is a fallacy to think that there is a line between business and personal because business is always personal.

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… media use in the workplace, the author contends that it is a fallacy to think that there is a line between business … on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Maryrose delahunty viCE PrEsidEnt And … the work environment. If anything, new issues have arisen for both employ- ees and employers, as we find even more ways …
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Casey Flaherty
09/01/2015

In September's Tech Toolbox, Casey Flaherty describes the differences between lean cost structures and overzealous cost reductions.

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Source: ACC Docket
… Flaherty FORMERLY CORPORATE COUNSEL casey@costcontrolllc.com The law firms we hire are sometimes inefficient. We know … have plummeted to a record-low 83 percent. This is not a victory. Our law firms need to be more efficient, … it? How do we “know” our outside counsel are inefficient? For most inside counsel, the answer is some combination of …
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Maryrose Delahunty
10/01/2013

The author offers tips on how general counsel can best assist their clients, particularly in the area of contract negotiation.

… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. maryrose delahunty ViCe PreSideNT ANd … actors.” This quote was written on the cover of a script for a play that I participated in during my high school … teacher’s favorite sayings. The meaning behind the phrase is that even if your role in the play was small, how you …
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Ameena Y. Majid, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
11/05/2019
3 pages

This article is on shaping a clawback policy on incentive and equity compensation to address reputational risks.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Seyfarth Shaw LLP November 5, 2019 3 pages This article is on shaping a clawback policy on incentive and equity … a compensation program is designed well, it fosters a pay for performance culture that truly does attract, retain and … the requirements. These acts followed the Enron and World- Com era scandals and the financial crisis of 2008, …
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Karen B. Sinniger
01/01/2006

Discusses a checklist to verify and approve outside counsel bills by scrutinizing them for compliance with outside counsel retention policies.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… and approve outside counsel bills by scrutinizing them for compliance with outside counsel retention policies. … policies by going through the following checklist. Is the work billed to the right legal entity? We often retain … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acca.com US firms encourage their lawyers to be more aggressive …
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Sabine Chalmers
11/01/2008

In this article you can find five tips for small legal departments to build an effective international compliance program.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… November 1, 2008 In this article you can find five tips for small legal departments to build an effective … erations across the globe— especially when your legal team is small and resources are stretched—can be extremely … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. Sabine ChalmerS is the chief legal officer of inbev, the …
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James A. Nortz
07/01/2008

Occupational misconduct can occur for a variety of reasons, and while only speculation can deliver root causes, one such cause is often overlooked: denial. In this column, James A. Nortz examines the case of David Myers, former Worldcom controller, to display how denial can also be a root cause.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… A. Nortz June 30, 2008 Occupational misconduct can occur for a variety of reasons, and while only speculation can deliver root causes, one such cause is often overlooked: denial. In this column, James A. Nortz … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. 2000, the worst legal transgression he had ever …
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Bob Feldman
05/01/2009

This article describes the facts of the case, the arguments and the ruling in the Washington state-based case of Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland v. Dally, evaluating the indemnification claims involved, and more.

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Interest Area: Insurance
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… attorney General’s office. Chess was a very casual pursuit for me. I understood the basic rules, but not much more. I have often thought how much more complex is the game of contract law. The movements that can be made … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. BoB Feldman is deputy general counsel for Computer …
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Bob Feldman
06/01/2010

This column discusses the Dow-Westbrook, Inc. v. Candlewood Equine Practice Case, exploring hold harmless provisions, opportunities for recovery of attorneys fees, and a holistic approach to risk allocation regarding potential future injury to living beings.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Case, exploring hold harmless provisions, opportunities for recovery of attorneys fees, and a holistic approach to … horses. One residual effect of the horse farm heritage is that I pursue with in- terest, cases coupling contracts … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. BOB FELDMAN is deputy general counsel for Computer …
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Sabine Chalmers
10/01/2016

Sabine Chalmers reflects on the importance of leadership in her career and at the ACC board as her term as board chair comes to an end.

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Source: ACC Docket
… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, … studying, and practicing leader- ship principles. It is enlightening to talk with young people about their life …
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Maryrose Delahunty
09/01/2012

This article reflects on the importance of enjoying one’s work. It asks important questions of the reader, like, what is it that motivates you? The resounding theme of this piece is simple: love what you do.

… It asks important questions of the reader, like, what is it that motivates you? The resounding theme of this piece … having written.” I venture to guess the same is true for many of you. Negotiating a contract, drafting a policy or … work. Delahunty can be contacted at mdelahunty@invocon.com. When was the last time you really thought about whether …
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Whitnie Wiley
07/01/2016

ACC Docket's Lead the Way columnist reveals the importance of having a strong team to clinching a victory in the July/August 2016 issue.

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… on this article? Visit ACC’s blog at www.inhouseaccess.com/ acc-docket. Whitnie Wiley LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES (SACRAMENTO, … to blow things off as “That’s just a game!” And while it is true that the winning and losing part of the game needn’t …
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Todd Silberman - vice president and general counsel, Express Carriers
04/01/2008

To learn more about social responsibility, advocacy, and ethics, try spending some time with a five-year-old. As lawyers, many of us are required to spend a certain minimum number of hours at ethics classes, which tend to be dreary and doldrum. The author of this article suggests int he future that lawyers spend their time learning ethics from young children. Doing some will not only be informative, but will be anything but dreary.

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Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… tual Cog it ator | Outsource Resource Todd H. Silberman is vice president and general counsel for Express Carriers, an international trucking company, … Texas Chapter of ACC. He can be reached at attyxpress@aol.com. T o learn more about social responsibility, advocacy, …
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Bob Feldman -- Deputy General Counsel, Computer Sciences Corporation
03/01/2006

Our transactional odyssey this month touches on a travel business case of interest to all who face the term best efforts in their contracting practice. What is best efforts, anyway? Read more to find out!

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… the term best efforts in their contracting practice. What is best efforts, anyway? Read more to find out! Resource … willed. History says that after an initial stand he ran for his life, all the way to Egypt, where his head was … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acca.com. Best Efforts Need Not Be Heroic in Kansas By BoB Feldman …
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Bob Feldman
04/01/2007

Read Bob Feldman's article discussing the recent decision in Outdoor Life Network, LLC v. EMTA Corporation (2006) and the illustration of the classic condition in the context of contemporaneous contracting.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… things. God be with you.” Churchill had been trying for some time to get the United states actively involved in … to occur, which must occur, unless its nonoccurrence is excused, before performance under a contract becomes due.” … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. A Federal Court Gives A Short Discourse on Contractual …
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Nanci Tucker
09/01/2009

Job hunting can be difficult even for the most qualified candidate. Here are some insightful tips on how to turn an interview into a job offer.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Tucker September 1, 2009 Job hunting can be difficult even for the most qualified candidate. Here are some insightful … interest in their needs. Ken reminded me that interviewing is like dating — the person who shows the most inter- est in … interview, after all, is to get the offer. Once I had the com- pany hooked on me, I was in the best position to …
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David Markatos
09/01/2009
1 pages

In this month's Going Global column, learn how to improve your department's accountability and response time.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… reducing headcount based on short-term objectives, it is important to map out your business’ long-term strategy … The goal is to design a more efficient operat- ing model for the legal function that caters to both current and future … Have a comment on this article? Email editorinchief@acc.com. Business-Focus Approach Regenerates Legal Function By …
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Gregory Stern
12/01/2016

Save time with these Windows OS shortcuts.

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Source: ACC Docket
… CHUBB GROUP OF INSURANCE COMPANIES greg.stern@chubb.com I thought it was about time that I made an- other tips and tricks column, but writing one is often harder than you’d think. You can’t assume that your … risk los- ing their attention. As such, I will try to aim for a sweet spot, where many of you will know at least some …
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Duygy Kirca Limnili
11/01/2014

Discovering similarities and building personal relationships are important for Turkish people. Therefore, you need to wine and dine — or in certain cases, tea and dine — before you get down to real business.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Turkey
… and building personal relationships are important for Turkish people. Therefore, you need to wine and dine — or … secularists at the early stages of your relationship. It is best if you can figure this out on your own, as religion … turkstat.gov.tr Turkey Official Tourism Page www.goturkey.com To support your global practice, ACC Docket offers …
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D. Casey Flaherty
04/01/2014

The author eagerly awaits the death of the billable hour. In the meantime, he suggests using real-time matter tracking.

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… a trial membership . … D. Casey Flaherty CORPORATE COUNSEL FOR KIA MOTORS AMERICA cflaherty@kiausa.com Real-time? Real talk The billable hour will die. Someday, … tyranny of perverse incentives. Or not. Regardless, today is not that day. This column will treat the billable hour as …
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Kenneth A. Cutshaw
10/01/2010

A CLO discusses how outsourcing decisions are critical to the company.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… process. A component of that decision-making process chain is the delivery of the service supporting the decision. … that outsourcing is part of the decision-making process. For example, many companies have limited legal staffs and … for these matters and keep the decision process within the com- pany’s legal department. However, if your company has …
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Kenneth A. Cutshaw
10/01/2011

The author discusses the many benefits of attending industry trade shows.

… departments take on a huge responsi- bility. Much money is spent from the corporate budget to support them. After … in franchising, law firms and electronic support for the busi- ness model,to suppliers and vendors of … sales and promotion of the company. If you are a cLO of a com- pany that is selling the product that would be …
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D. Casey Flaherty
09/01/2014

A kludge is a crude workaround, an assortment of poorly matching parts that form a sub-optimal but serviceable whole. According the author, generating legal documents by copy-and-pasting prior work is a classic kludge and a poor substitute for proper templates, document automation and knowledge management.

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… More Author D. Casey Flaherty September 1, 2014 A kludge is a crude workaround, an assortment of poorly matching parts … prior work is a classic kludge and a poor substitute for proper templates, document automation and knowledge … CORPORATE COUNSEL FOR KIA MOTORS AMERICA cflaherty@kiausa.com Copy-and-paste reigns supreme in generating legal …
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