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Presented at ACCA/GCCA European chapter 2002 Annual Meeting. Presented as part of the program "The OECD Anti-Bribery Convention."

This program was presented at the ACC/GCCA 2002 Annual Meeting.

Presented at the Global Corporate Counsel Association 2002 Annual Meeting in France. The program titled: WHAT EVERY IN-HOUSE LAWYER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS:
PROTECTING COMPANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
AND STRATEGIC NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS INFORMATION

Articles on global comparison chart and federal acts.

Article, outlines, checklist and speeches on crisis management in response to September 11, 2001.

Articles and caselaw

Article and statistical chart

Program Materials: Articles with caselaw, SEC rules, model site access and confidentiality agreements, sample web page and web enhanced due diligence chart.

Articles

The aim of this paper is to assist those who maintain a foothold in each of the legal and business worlds. This paper explores the boundary between legal and business advice provided by in-house counsel, analyzes the potential liability and insurance ramifications associated with these two kinds of advice and examines how the rules of ethics and changes in procedures may help the In-House counsel in maintaining a balance.

Supplement to Program 503 at ACC's 2006 Annual Meeting. Includes information about Insolvency procedures in different countries.

Powerpoint presentation that summarizes the effects to Sarbanes-Oxley on Private companies and Non-Profit organizations. Presented at the ACC/Lex Mundi Global Membership Drive for the ACC Research Triangle Area Chapter.

Management hates surprise expenses, and litigation can be difficult to budget. This session will review best practices employed by successful companies to manage litigation. Topics will include methods to avoid litigation in the first place, how to set and manage reserves, techniques to control costs, and tips to manage the paperwork.

Privilege, data protection and data retention are probably THE most important issues on the minds of corporate practitioners. In this fast paced exchange of information and ideas, we’ll share with you these hot topics and bring you up to speed to better counsel your client.

Welcome to your new position. Did you know what you were getting into? Thrive in your new in-house position by learning how to provide the legal support your client needs, including how to set priorities, communicate legal concepts with management, and understand the legal issues relevant to all businesses.

Would you like to move up, either within your current company or at another company? Maybe become a senior lawyer at a large organization or a general counsel of an any-size corporation? You work hard and charting your advancement is always on your to-do list, but somehow it always stays at the bottom, thanks to company meetings and more. This panel of career specialists will discuss meaningful ways for you to approach advancement in the in-house profession and show you ways to build your skill set so that when the next big position comes along, your resume and you will get in the door.

Regardless of your industry, your company has employees. With employees comes potential liability especially if you aren’t familiar with laws in neighboring countries where you have facilities. This session will highlight the hot spots that every in-house counsel needs to know about multi-jurisdictional employment law and the differences between Canada and the US.

As in-house counsel, you are likely the first line of defense or corporate "spokesmodel" in a media situation. When the press comes knocking at your door will you be prepared? This session will teach you how to handle a media call, reporters’ tactics, what to do in a crisis, and much more.

Whether you think of yourself as a litigator, a regulatory specialist, or a transactional lawyer, as a legal manager you will deal with litigation. Because the costs can be so high, many CEO’s and other business managers measure the effectiveness of the law department based on how well the department manages litigation. Learn about the latest issues in managing litigation, to help your company achieve the desired result at the right cost.

We all have to negotiate: with other counsel, our co-workers, even our family. Receive insightful guidance on successfully handling all phases of the negotiation process including acquiring information from an adversary, negotiating for a competitive advantage, and identifying the best methods for closing the deal.

Learn how you and your corporate client can benefit from the many resources available to you through ACC membership including access to the Virtual Library, involvement in our practice area committees, special pricing on legal services through our ACC Alliance program and much, much more. Take home great ideas and be a star with your customer.

CEO’s and lawyers have lost their jobs over improper revenue recognition. As corporate counsel, you are expected to help make sure your company is doing it right. Using a number of typical contracts that most in-house lawyers will negotiate and draft during their careers, our panel will discuss the kinds of accounting issues that may come up, particularly in the context of earnings and revenue recognition.

Outline covering collateral management and storage agreements.

Every business, small or large, local or multi-national, must consider the implications of IP protection. Take this opportunity to examine the primary global framework for protecting different asset categories, and get perspectives and practical advice in avoiding the most common pitfalls for organizations doing businesses across borders, with a focus on how electronic media have significantly increased risks for organizations with IP interests.

What makes one in-house counsel more successful than another? Why do some get recognition and others get overlooked? How can you be sure that you're in tune with your organization and are making the best of the resources at your disposal? Your corporate counsel peers will share strategies and tools you can employ to achieve greater professional satisfaction and effectiveness.

Compliance with multijurisdictional laws and regulations and observance of industry codes of conduct can be quite challenging in today's global economy. Our panel will discuss the practical aspects of developing a corporate code of conduct, dealing with the challenges of different regional norms of doing business and cultural differences, effective training and communication, and preserving your good corporate name and reputation.