The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is the world's largest organization serving the professional and business interests of attorneys who practice in the legal departments of corporations, associations, nonprofits and other private-sector organizations around the globe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In-house counsel from several leading companies will share their experiences and thoughts that led them down the path to a gratifying in-house career. Learn how their insights can help you prosper in the in-house community.
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.
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.
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.
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.