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Practical Law Company
07/27/2016
37 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a practical guide to a Q&A that gives an overview of the legal system; foreign investment, including restrictions, currency regulations and incentives; and business vehicles and their relevant restrictions and liabilities in Hong Kong.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Region: Hong Kong
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … http://uk.practicallaw.com/about/7-501-3536. This article is part of the multi-jurisdictional guide to doing business … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
… Understanding and Mitigating the Risks Associated with Online Behavioral Tracking (On-Demand) Available On-Demand - … data from consumers and using third party analytics tools for product improvement and marketing purposes. The panel … Please note that the on-demand format of this program is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit . Generously sponsored by …
Articles
Practical Law Company
01/28/2016
41 pages

This ACC guide provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of board composition, the comply or explain approach, management rules and authority, directors' duties and liabilities, transactions with directors and conflicts, company meetings, internal controls, accounts and audit, institutional investors and reform proposals in Hong Kong.

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Region: Hong Kong
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … at http://crossborder.practicallaw.com/4-501-7404. The Q&A is part of the global guide to corporate governance law. For … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/. The information in
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Dickerson M. Downing, Rodrigo Azevedo, Mary R. Bram
01/22/2013

This QuickCounsel covers what information you need to familiarize yourself with the concept of 'ambush marketing', when a non-sponsor of an event to try to associate itself with the event without authorization from the event organizer and without paying the sponsorship fee, often to the detriment of the official sponsor and its brand.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Brazil, Global
… Resource Library Region: Brazil, Global … Overview: What is Ambush Marketing? The upcoming 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil … draw worldwide attention and can offer a great opportunity for advertising and promotional activities. Official sponsors … may make playful allusions to the event. Paddy Power, an online gambling company, put up billboards during the London …
Articles
H. Timothy Lopez
12/01/2009

Completing a successful Chinese M&A transaction can be trickier than new math. There are tons of legal hurdles to clear: government approval, anti-trust clearance, transferring real estate, trademarks and patents and repatriating profit, to name a few. Trying to tackle the transaction without a game plan is a sure set-up for defeat - but this article outlines an experienced attorney's firsthand knowledge to make the process less cumbersome.

… few. Trying to tackle the transaction without a game plan is a sure set-up for defeat - but this article outlines an … nia and Wisconsin and can be contacted at tlopez@aosmith.com. The opinions contained in this publication are those … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
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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 …
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 …
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Practical Law Company
12/03/2014
30 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of the lending mark, forms of security over assets, special purpose vehicles in secured lending, quasi-security, negative pledge, guarantees and loan agreements in the Netherlands.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Financial Services
Region: Netherlands
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … for security interests; problem assets over which security is difficult to grant; risk areas for lenders; structuring … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
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Allen & Overy
07/19/2013

In this insight report Allen & Overy legal experts comment on global M&A activity and trends across different sectors and regions.

… Index, H1 2013 Fortune favours the brave www.allenovery.com Contents The Allen & Overy M&A Index | H1 20132 © Allen & … �� A global snapshot – Top target markets for the world’s largest acquiring countries 28 Sector … worth more than USD100 million) shows. In prime focus is the Federal Reserve’s declared intention to begin …
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: 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
Articles
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
Peer Practice Examples
08/01/2004

This practice profile is about the experiences of law departments at seven companies and a national law firm that, for varying reasons, decided to move some legal services to outside providers in the United States. It also describes service models used by some to in-source work that might have otherwise been performed by outside law firms. Featured corporate law departments are: Alcoa, Inc., American Express, DuPont, Golden West Financial; 3M, Reebok, and The Finish Line, Inc.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Service Models July 31, 2004 This practice profile is about the experiences of law departments at seven companies and a national law firm that, for varying reasons, decided to move some legal services to … (ACC) For more leading practice profiles: http://www.acca.com/vl/practiceprofiles.php 1 LEADING PRACTICES IN STRATEGIC …
Articles
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 …
Checklists
Thomson Reuters
10/30/2014

A Checklist of best practices for public companies and their counsel to consider when the company and its employees are active in social media. This Checklist offers suggestions in dealing with the limitations and challenges that federal securities laws place on the use of social media and avoiding violations of the securities laws. This Checklist also covers social media use during sensitive disclosure periods, such as during securities offerings and proxy solicitations.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… to contemplate the use of social media. • If the company is part of a highly regulated industry, for example … Best Practices Checklist 8/11/2014http://us.practicallaw.com/4-517-7812 Implement Social Media Education and Training … Media Compliance with Securities and Disclosure Laws: SEC Website Guidance), consider first disseminating material …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 08/21/2024
A new study finds that companies where the chief legal officer (CLO) also serves as the corporate secretary have a lower likelihood of legal risks, such as regulatory violations or shareholder litigation. #ACCDocket #ChiefLegalOfficer #CorporateSecretary
… Source: ACC Docket … Banner artwork by PeopleImages.com - Yuri A / Shutterstock.com Key Takeaways for In-house Counsel Using empirical evidence, the study … organizational structures involving these two roles and is motivated by growing sentiment within the corporate …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
01/26/2023
30 pages

This is a sample professional consulting services agreement.

Resource Details
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 …
Articles
Global Legal Group
04/16/2024
202 pages

This multi-jurisdictional guide covers common issues in consumer protection laws and regulations, including substantive provisions, enforcement action, remedies, and anticipated reforms.

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Region: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Cyprus, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States
… 2024 Consumer Protection Disclaimer This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … +44 207 367 0720 customer.service@glgroup.co.uk www.iclg.com Printed by Ashford Colour Press Ltd. Cover image Fraser … boxes or tacit consent (“[b]y continuing to use this website, you agree...”) or consent combined with other …
Articles
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. … …
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… …
Articles
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 …
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 …
Articles
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 …
Articles
Global Legal Group
10/21/2021
522 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional guide, explore an overview of key legal issues, rules and developments regarding blockchain and cryptocurrency across a range of jurisdictions.

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Region: Global, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Cyprus, France, Gibraltar, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Kenya, South Korea, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Serbia, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States
Audience: Deputy GC, Mid-Career, New to In-House, CLO / GC, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… ISBN 978-1-83918-151-1 ISSN 2631-2999 This publication is for general information purposes only. It does not purport … Regulation 2022, 4th Edition 1 www.globallegalinsights.com This 2022 edition of the “GLI – Blockchain & … sought to issue free shares of common stock to registered website users, as part of a broader promotion to attract …
Articles
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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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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Practical Law Company
01/28/2016
37 pages

This ACC guide provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of board composition, the comply or explain approach, management rules and authority, directors' duties and liabilities, transactions with directors and conflicts, company meetings, internal controls, accounts and audit, institutional investors and reform proposals in Switzerland.

Resource Details
Region: Switzerland
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … at http://crossborder.practicallaw.com/4-501-7404. The Q&A is part of the global guide to corporate governance law. For … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/. The information in
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Bjarne P. Tellmann
12/01/2017

General counsel who preside over a significant legal budget are failing to do their job if they do not involve procurement experts in their purchasing decisions. Here's what the legal department should keep in mind.

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Source: ACC Docket
… more articles like this? Visit us online at www.ACCDocket.com. Bjarne P. Tellmann GENERAL COUNSEL & CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER … profession- als to help them appoint the right law firms for their legal panels or for individual high- cost … because they believe that selecting the right law firms is more of an art than a science and they worry that …
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Noerr LLP, a Lex Mundi member firm
10/15/2016
42 pages

This comprehensive guide provides an overview of key legal and regulatory aspects of doing business in Germany. This 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.

… aspects of doing business in Germany. This guide is part of the Lex Mundi Guides to Doing Business series … an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … www.lexmundi.com Germany Prepared by Lex Mundi member firm, Noerr LLP … in Germany and general investment conditions. The BMWi website (www.bmwi.de/English/Navigation/root.html) provides …
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