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Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
59 pages

In this article, in-house counsel can learn more about investing in businesses based in Australia and developing commercial relationships. This resource was published by Meritas in May 2019.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Australia
… Business Investment and Expansion in Australia. Australia is a land of opportunity for foreign investors and those … also one of the eligibility requirements for obtaining a .com.au domain name. AUSTRALIA: A Legal Guide for Business … It is generally accepted that publishing the policy on its website would comply with this requirement. AUSTRALIA: A …
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Deborah M. House
03/01/2009

In this article you'll find tips, suggestions and insight to implement the cost-saving measures your company needs.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… ACC Docket 38 March 2009 Special FeaTURe Deborah M. house is aCC’s vice president and deputy general counsel for legal … at Fannie Mae. house can be contacted at house@acc.com. Money 75 Tips for Saving In-house ACC Docket 39 March … the statute or regulation. The Federal Department of labor website (www.dol.gov) has a wealth of information on numerous …
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Jane Kelly and Felipe Jaramillo
01/01/2020
6 pages

The road to finalizing a contract can be tricky. Here are seven steps that will help you balance being a guide and strategic advisor as you negotiate the right path for your company.

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Region: United States, Spain
… and Felipe Jaramillo Flashback eight years. Your business is sold on a new widget. The widget is going to revolutionize … (SLAs) to guarantee meeting timelines and budgets; com- pliance matters (data privacy, interna- tional … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Meritas Law Firms
05/20/2020
90 pages

Data breaches happen to companies across the globe. In this article, in-house counsel can learn how to plot a successful plan that will protect their company's data. Each section of this article is dedicated to a specific country or region including Hong Kong, China, Europe and the United States. This resource was published by Meritas in 2019.

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Region: Asia, Europe, United States, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia / Pacific, Australia, New Zealand
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… protect their company's data. Each section of this article is dedicated to a specific country or region including Hong … not have been possible. Dennis Unkovic, Editor du@muslaw.com Tel: +1-412-456-2833 Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP … Further details of the Commissioner can be found on the website at https://www.pcpd.org.hk/. 10. Are there any …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2019
Companies are increasingly moving from paper records to electronic records, and retirement plan records are no exception. Employers transmit data to third-party recordkeepers electronically, and 401(k) plan participants typically rely on online platforms to access, monitor, and direct their plan accounts. Recent estimates place the dollar value of 401(k) and similar accounts at more than five trillion dollars, and these balances continue to grow as fewer and fewer companies offer traditional defined benefit pension plans.
… and 401(k) plan participants typically rely on online platforms to access, monitor, and direct their plan … 401(k) and similar plan accounts have become prime targets for two types of cyberattacks: Theft of sensitive participant … retirement plans appears almost inevitable. Even so, there is no comprehensive federal regulatory regime that governs …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 04/03/2019
As nonprofit organizations in the United States launch fundraising initiatives for 2019, it’s a good time to remember that charitable fundraising is regulated in all 50 states, and charitable solicitation registration is required in 40 states (including Washington, DC).
in the United States launch fundraising initiatives for 2019, it’s a good time to remember that charitable fundraising is regulated in all 50 states, and charitable solicitation … only in one or a few states and otherwise solicits online. Some organizations use the “ Charleston principles " …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/15/2022
Positively Legal columnist Caterina Cavallaro sits down with BearingPoint Group GC Dr. Andreas Schöpperle to discuss positive practices in legal team management — from advocating rest and recharge to leading by example. #ACCDocket #WellnessWednesday
… down with Dr. Andreas Sch ö pperle , group general counsel for multinational management and technology consulting firm … work. Last summer I started yoga, and I make time when I buy my coffee to have a chat with my favorite barista. Whatever it is, it is important to build time into your week to do …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/07/2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact businesses, demonstrating the ramifications of a global crisis, companies need to identify new and creative tactics to stay ahead of the next catastrophe. Anticipatory strategies help a business not only foresee a crisis, but to achieve the optimal goal of successful crisis management: avoiding the crisis altogether.
… customized to a particular organization, red teaming is a strategy to expose weaknesses and threats – and reduce … of Japan obtains “personal information” (say, though a website online question form), this acquisition of data may … MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT  WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/22/2021
Mun Lai, legal counsel - Bridgestone Australia & New Zealand, furthered his career by earning ACC's In-house Counsel Certification.
… went. It was exciting to be part of a global program that is known worldwide. Additionally, the online delivery offered me the flexibility I needed to be … in a virtual format as it would have been difficult for me to attend a face-to-face session given I am based in
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United Nations Publications
01/01/2004

An in-depth look at the life cycle approach and it's development and practice in the recent past.

… copyright holder, provided acknowledgement of the source is made. UNEP would appreciate receiving a copy of any … Managing Director, Five Winds International www.fivewinds.com “Consumers are increasingly interested in the world … Bangkok Thailand iii) For full details visit the Washright website or the website of the International Association for
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CMS
08/21/2023
52 pages

CMS Insurance Group’s InsurTech Expert Guide intends to sheds light on the outstanding opportunities that stem from the current rules on insurance distribution and digitalization technologies. The publication has also been designed to help traditional insurance and InsurTech companies prepare for future regulations.

Big Data, artificial intelligence, blockchain solutions, along with the innovative use of web platforms and mobile technology have brought distinct advantages to the insurance sector. However, to fully take advantage of these advances in technology market participants must adapt to the shifting regulatory environment.

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Region: Global, Belgium, France, Italy, Portugal, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Spain
… help traditional insurance and InsurTech companies prepare for future regulations. Big Data, artificial intelligence, … insurance distribution and digitalisation technologies. It is designed to better position traditional insurers and … environment. This resource was originally published on the website of  CMS . … CMS … CMS Insurance Group’s InsurTech …
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Dentons
04/24/2023
2 pages

Learn about Nigeria's 2022 data protection landscape and privacy trends for 2023.

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Region: Nigeria, Africa
… of the 2023 International Data Protection Day, it is pertinent to reflect on the developments which occurred in … which will be published on the Data Protection Bureau website, in major newspapers and shared with local and … 1 279 7030 M +234 802 334 3736 uzoamaka.emerole@dentons.com Dara (Subuola Oludara) Lanlehin Senior Associate, Lagos D …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/26/2023
30 pages

This is a sample professional consulting services agreement.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Services Agreement (US) January 26, 2023 30 pages This is a sample professional consulting services agreement. … with an ORDER. 3. FEES, INVOICES, AND PAYMENTS 3.1 Fees for the SERVICES and/or DELIVERABLES will be specified in an … Amphetamines, Barbital, Barbiturates, chloral hydrate, cocaine, Codeine, Ecgonine, Heroin, L.S.D., Marijuana …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/10/2020
Now more than ever, in the wake of COVID-19, technology and service delivery resources play a key role in a lawyer’s ability to close a transaction and also meet client expectations for increased efficiency, improved communication, and, when possible, meaningful reductions of overall legal costs.
… unfold exactly as planned and the deal-making landscape is constantly evolving. Transactional lawyers — and mergers … legal tech and cloud computing updates at  ACC Docket’s  website:  accdocket.com/articles/cloud-computing-advantages.cfm ACC EXTRAS ON… …
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Eversheds Sutherland
02/22/2023
2 pages

Procurement of green energy and associated certificates is at the top of the agenda for many industrials, who are particularly impacted by soaring energy costs and required to meet ambitious ESG and decarbonization goals. As a result, industrial organizations are seeking to obtain all or most of their power from renewable sources.

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Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Region: Global
… Procurement of green energy and associated certificates is at the top of the agenda for many industrials, who are … procuring a partner for a green PPA. eversheds-sutherland.com © Eversheds Sutherland 2023. All rights reserved. … sources. This resource was originally published on the website of Eversheds Sutherland on February 8, 2023. … …
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Dentons
11/03/2022
1 pages

Learn about challenges to E-commerce in the United States.

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Region: United States, North America
… the US: A complicated legal landscape Data Privacy There is no omnibus and uniform federal data privacy law in the US. … recent years, more and more organizations that operate a website are being sued on the basis that the website is not … San Diego D +1 619 595 8018 peter.stockburger@dentons.com Your Key Contacts arbitration. If enforceable, these …
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Law Firm Hanzekovic & Partners Ltd., a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016
57 pages

This 2015 guide is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series which provides general information about legal and business infrastructures in jurisdictions around the world.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Croatia
… member firm October 15, 2016 57 pages This 2015 guide is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Croatia Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Law Firm … offices of Croatia around the world are available on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European …
Gregory Stern
09/01/2019
4 pages

The rise of technological innovation brings a surge of patents - and worse - patent trolls.

… has exploded in sophis- tication and complexity. This is especially true in the realm of software. In the United … known as ArrivalStar) solely to assert this patent. For a while, he focused on demanding license fees from bus … more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Gregory Stern FORMERLY GLOBAL INTEGRATION COUNSEL, CHUBB …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 01/31/2017
Olga Mack and Troy Foster, a partner in the emerging growth practice group at Perkins Coie, recently taught Financial Statement Analysis for Lawyers at the University of Berkeley School of Law. Their teaching experience was tremendously rewarding and a source of both personal and professional growth. They share several factors that practicing attorneys should consider before embarking on this journey.
… Docket Article Teaching 101 for Lawyers: Basic Preparation for Attorneys-Turned-Teachers … you may be invited to teach. Another great strategy is to show your potential value as a member of the university … difficult concepts to students, check out the free online educational resources at the  Khan Academy . Online or …
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Ellen M. Zavian and Dawn Crowell Murphy
03/01/2015

50/50 raffles conducted at sporting events are an easy way for organizations to raise funds for charity. Participants purchase tickets at a low, predetermined amount and the holder of the winning ticket is awarded half of the proceeds from ticket sales. The other half of the pot is awarded to a charitable organization.

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Source: ACC Docket
Region: Canada, United States
… predetermined amount and the holder of the winning ticket is awarded half of the proceeds from ticket sales. The other … and negotiation tactics. ellen@ellenzavian.com Dawn Crowell Murphy is an associate in Pillsbury Winthrop … oct10 ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
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the Lex Mundi Real Estate group
01/30/2017
100 pages

This comprehensive guide provides an overview of several topics of interest including national/state restrictions imposed on ownership of real estate, the taxes that are levied in each jurisdiction, and reporting requirements globally. This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Global Practice Guide Series which features substantive overviews of laws, practice areas, and legal and business issues in jurisdictions around the globe.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Channel Islands, Chile, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Greece, Hungary, India, Jersey, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Korea, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United States
… and reporting requirements globally. This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Global Practice Guide Series which … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Issues Relating to Foreign Investment A Global Practice … park or public open space. The Overseas Investment Office website (www.oio.linz.govt.nz) includes flow charts setting …
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Eversheds Sutherland
10/18/2022
3 pages

Learn about the Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 in Ireland.

… Area: Employment and Labor File eversheds-sutherland.com-Gender Pay Gap Reporting in Ireland_0.pdf (278.5 KB) … At present, the estimated gender pay gap in Ireland is 14.4 per cent. The Act makes it a mandatory requirement … the snapshot date. It must be published on the employer’s website, or alternatively, hard copies should be made …
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Travis N. Turner
07/01/2013
6 pages

General counsel are expected to not only be lawyers but also leaders of a team. Legal acumen is honed through years of law firm and in-house practice, but a high-profile leadership position demands additional skills. From setting the strategic vision to building relationships and developing talent, learn what it takes to lead a law department.

… only be lawyers but also leaders of a team. Legal acumen is honed through years of law firm and in-house practice, but … by the day-to-day efforts of managing litigation, com- pliance and contracts. The purpose of setting the … ACC hAS mORE mATERIAL ON ThIS SUBJECT ON OUR wEBSITE. vISIT WWW.ACC.COM, whERE yOU CAN BROwSE OUR …
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Lauren Bruzzone, Shiveh Roe and Joe Petersen
09/01/2015

Open source software is being incorporated into commercial software products at increasing rates. Despite the association of open source software with a sense of public-domain freedom, open source software is in fact licensed with a variety of restrictions. Although open source software also carries risks of patent liability, this article focuses on the unique interplay between open source software and copyright law, and suggests best practices to limit your company’s potential copyright liability.

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Source: ACC Docket
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… and Joe Petersen September 1, 2015 Open source software is being incorporated into commercial software products at … sales and distributionation, IBM. bruzzone@us.ibm.com Shiveh Roe is an associate at Kilpatrick Townsend who … notices directed downstream users to the plaintiff ’s website and the license’s required modifica- tion tracking …
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Jennifer J. Salopek
01/01/2010

The ACC Docket interviews James Williams about his work at the Liquidity Services and risk management.

… downturn, they turn to such lSI sites as Liquidation.com and GoWholesale.com to manage or dispose of the goods. … to focus on legal risks and to believe that their job is to point out those risks,” he says. “But that’s not really … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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Peter E. Nahmias
06/01/2003

As companies expand their activities in the European market, the time may soon come when, in order to practice, the "transnational in-house lawyer" will have no choice but to seek transnational training and licensing. Despite efforts to create a "single European legal market" for EU lawyers, licensing remains quite difficult for US attorneys. But the rewards are great. This article provides practical information on how US lawyers should proceed in order to get licensed in the EU.

… are familiar with how the EU's commercial agency directive is interpreted locally, but you do not have a local law … that lawyers possess in abundance—as well as an unshakable com­ mitment to the goal of foreign licensure. A sense of … • European Company Lawyers Association ("ECLA") website contains very useful infonnation and contacts, …
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Eversheds Sutherland
10/18/2022
4 pages

Learn about the findings and lessons in the second annual report on Foreign Direct Investment ("FDI") in the EU.

… Region: European Union File eversheds-sutherland.com-European Commission publishes second annual FDI screening … were not notified to the FDI Mechanism, but the total is still significant. A total of 1,563 requests for … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. This information is for guidance purposes only and …
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Dentons
12/16/2022
18 pages

Learn about China's amended provisions on Foreign-invested Telecom Enterprises (FITE), effective May 2022, and resulting new opportunities.

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Region: China, Asia, Global
… years to reduce the areas where foreign investment is restricted or prohibited. Following a number of major … enterprise’s (or its first-tier parent Dentons.com • 3 or subsidiary’s) previously obtained permit, record- … resource was originally published on the website of Dentons in August 2022. … Dentons … Learn about …
Juliette Hirt general counsel, ebrary; Alison Hightower shareholder, Littler Mendelson, P.C.
10/01/2009

In recessionary times, managers are highly motivated to find creative ways to save money. Managers may consider increasing their reliance on independent contractors, to maximize the flexibility to control labor costs on minimal notice and with less disruption to employees. However, retaining independent contractors or reclassifying existing employees as such without a proper legal basis poses significant risks for the company should the workers' status as independent contractors later be challenged. This article discusses ten practical tips for employers and their in-house counsel to minimize the risks associated with the use of independent contractors, particularly in recessionary times.

… such without a proper legal basis poses significant risks for the company should the workers' status as independent … costs and gain efficiencies. At other times, though, it is imperative that we proactively recognize risky proposals, … organization. Examples include a business license, website, business card, client list, evidence of insurance, …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/18/2020
While the state of immigration policy and enforcement is in continual flux, there are a few important trends and changes to keep in mind to mitigate the risk presented by this new era of immigration law, especially regarding H-1B visas and L1 visas.
… While the state of immigration policy and enforcement is in continual flux, there are a few important trends and …   Recent changes to US Immigration policy like the Buy American Hire American (BAHA) Executive Order mean large increases in Requests for Evidence and visa dentals and limitations. H-1B program. …
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