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Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - Examining Post-Convergence Models

Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - Ethical Issues for Defense Attorneys

Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - ERISA Basics and Hot Topics

Examines trends in the legal field resulting in increased demand for technological advances in areas such as security, software applications, and knowledge management systems.

Checklist on federal regulations, Rule 10B5-1, guidance on crafting email policies, e-commerce contracts, web site policies.

A Legal Primer for Nonprofits and Professional Associations

ACC VALUE CHALLENGE TALKING POINTS

Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - Examining the Concept of the International Shared Services Center

Presented at ACC’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - Construction Law

Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - A Fresh Look at ADR

Presented at ACCA’s Annual Meeting 2000; Program - A Fresh Look at ADR

As more companies are having to writedown and restate because of high exposure to collateralized debt obligations and other investments tied to subprime mortgages, it is critical that in-house counsel understand the effects of the subprime mess on business, and how to explain these consequences to investors. Panelists representing mortgage companies, investment banks, and regulators provided a concise but comprehensive “sub-primer” on the origins and potential long-term effects of one of the most expensive financial events in modern times.

Companies faced with creating and implementing an effective global ethics and compliance program have a gargantuan task. While simplicity may be a worthy goal, it may also be stymied by the numerous requirements that need to be met. A global program must address not only multiple laws and regulations of the countries in which the company has employees and/or operations, but must also give consideration to language, cultural, and ethical differences and issues. Our panel of experts have “been there, done that.”

Attorneys who provide EH&S compliance advice may be lucky enough to avoid serious enforcement and litigation. However, much of the practice is shaped by lawsuits and the advice of those who have had to face the judge or jury. We all want to avoid lawsuits, but we can sure learn from the preparation and outcome. EH&S litigators in key and risky regulatory areas will discuss and share their insight with those tasked with providing day-to-day EH&S advice. After attending this session, you will have the tools to better counsel on EH&S matters.

There is much that in-house employment lawyers, their HR clients and their managers can do before and when an employment dispute arises that can help litigators successfully defend the company if the employee files an administrative agency charge or court complaint. This round table session will cover best practices in conducting terminations and other personnel actions, investigating complaints, drafting policies, preparing for and responding to ediscovery requests, maintaining records and other actions that can create legal risk.

Responding to an expansive eDiscovery request is a daunting task on its own, but for in-house counsel (especially those with little to no experience dealing in the litigation arena) it can quickly devolve into a living nightmare. This program is for those in-house counsel looking for knowledge on how to successfully manage a discovery request or tips for possibly bringing the process in house. E-discovery rules and concepts will be presented in plain English with the goal of demystifying all the “tech” speak around this subject matter. The panel discussion also will focus on making the decision whether to bring all or part of the eDiscovery process in house - including what to consider, who to talk to inside and outside as part of the process, and how to evaluate vendors.

This presentation material contains a detailed overview of the ACC Value Challenge.

According to a recent survey, approximately 60 percent of employees remove confidential information from their employers upon termination. This session will examine various steps that employers can take to reduce the likelihood that employees will misappropriate confidential and proprietary information, including implementing protective policies and protocols. Learn tips on investigating trade secret theft and get a pre-litigation checklist for prosecuting employees who wrongfully access and remove such information. Panelists include in-house counsel and investigators from major multinational organizations who will share preventive, proactive steps that companies can take, including noncompete agreements and unfair competition.

Cash in the freezer is not a new idea. This CSI-style analysis of a bribery schemes will show you how the subject of bribes is first raised, how the details are negotiated, how the money is moved and where it is hidden so that you can take the legal steps necessary to protect your company. Gain insights into the challenges companies face in international markets. Plus take home practical investigative, accounting and due diligence tools and tips for responding to these very serious challenges.

Patent trolls, or those companies that acquire portfolios just to make infringement claims against operating companies, are on the rise! And so are your chances of becoming a target! So what can you do? If you are concerned your company could become a target or you already are one, this session is for you. Patent counsel from varying industries will share with you how to minimize your company’s risk of becoming a target and how to respond to a claim should you become one.

Mergers and acquisitions, regardless of who ends up on top, can be hardest felt by the employees. Two law departments first operating separately and then merged into one can present a multitude of issues to address. If you're about to be acquired or conducting a merger of your own, here's an opportunity to get ahead of the curve. Learn the substantive issues you'll face, ideas for department organization, and ways in which to make work life in your newly combined legal environment rewarding.

This basics update will give you the necessary legal background to design an effective antitrust compliance training program at your own company. Learn who needs to be trained, what issues should be covered, and how to be sure that the training is adequately targeted to your company. Our panel will cover these issues plus share with you examples of proven approaches they have implemented at their companies that you can use as a starting point for your own program.

What does an employer need to do to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations concerning its employees in the workplace? And how broadly is the workplace defined? This program will provide a basic grounding in federal OSHA requirements, as well as other labor and employment laws and regulations affecting employees, health, and safety in the workplace, including recent safety procedures and policies being implemented by companies on issues such as employee use of cell phones and email devices while operating a motor vehicle, telecommuting, home offices, and more.

So your client is taking action that is against your advice as counsel. Learn what the consequences could be and, what your obligations are. A lawyer’s ethical obligations are clear; or aren’t they? Plus, our panel will address the unique ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest if you find yourself in conflict with the boss or owner of the company.

There exists a divergent approach to enforcement of intellectual property rights across the major European countries, and if you aren’t aware of the implications, there could be a huge impact on your company’s competitive advantage. Learn the differences in the law and, even more significantly, the cutting-edge practice in Europe, so that you can form your best European strategy, where in Europe to assert intellectual property technology rights for maximum commercial benefit, how best to achieve results in the various countries, and how to maximize the profitability of your global or European licensing, enforcement, or defense strategies.

Most litigation cases settle, and mediation is the most often used process to facilitate settlement. Being able to develop and execute a successful strategy at mediation is a must-have in an in-house counsel’s toolbox. This panel of mediation experts will take you step-by-step through a mediation process and teach you how to maximize your chances of achieving a successful result while maintaining your ethical obligations as an advocate.

ACC’S CLO THINKTANK- FOLLOW-UP RESOURCE LIST LAW DEPARTMENT’S ROLE IN FINANCIAL COMPLIANCE & THE RELATIONSHIPS WITH AUDITORS