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.
"In-house counsel are often asked to perform business functions in addition to their legal duties. Frequently, in-house counsel are also officers or directors of the company. Often they perform legal functions for a family of affiliated companies, some of which may be bought or sold over time. While this blending may result in a streamlining of positions and decision-making, it poses risks for both in-house counsel and the corporation."
Too frequently insufficient attention is paid to the myriad of special employment law issues affecting the hiring, firing and management of executives.
Guide to selecting foreign counsel and managing the relationship. Includes guidance on constructing an engagement letter and other sources on the issues of foreign counsel.