Close
Login to MyACC
ACC Members


Not a Member?

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.

Join ACC

Search Filters

The lawyers and accountants made a treaty in 1976 that forms the basis on which attorneys can respond to audit letters inquiring about loss contingencies (particularly pending or threatened litigation) in a way that provides the accountants information needed for financial statements while protecting the attorney-client privilege. Recent corporate disclosure scandals have resulted in increasing pressure for additional disclosures.

For global companies operating across multiple jurisdictions, establishing a single set of compliance policies and guidelines that can be used around the world is a daunting challenge. With increased corporate focus on compliance activities comes a new need to coordinate with other corporate non-lawyer-led functions, such as a Chief Compliance Officer and staff, or internal controls/audit functions.

Prosecutors call it "three hots and a cot." Others call it "Club Fed." No matter what it’s called, today’s prosecutorial zeal often has one common goal: corporate officers leaving the executive suite for an eight by ten cell. The risks of running a business in today’s environment are far greater than the already formidable downside of potential business failure, and even unintentional missteps can result in a costly investigation, an enforcement proceeding, or a criminal indictment.

Discussion of the types of information that have been afforded trade secret protection, the Uniform Trade Secrets Act, and the Economic Espionage Act. Includes an overview of the types of relief available, a summary of state laws, and practical recommendations for trade secret protection.

Discussion of various types of fraud, red flags that may indicate fraud, and factors that can contribute to or deter fraud.

Lawsuits filed against corporations and their present and former directors and officers for purported misconduct have been on the rise in recent years. With claims alleging civil and criminal violations, breach of fiduciary duty, or internal business misconduct against the company or individual, how does an organization maximize insurance coverage for attorneys' fees and liabilities?

Annual Meeting 2006: Increasingly, officers, directors, and employees are being named as individuals in litigation and enforcement proceedings. This session is designed to give you legal knowledge on when and how to indemnify these individuals. Our panel of experts will explain the law and work through the plethora of issues that need to be considered.

Testimony of Alvin C. James, Senior Policy Advisor for Money Laundering Enforcement, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, U.S. Department of the Treasury
Before the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control United States Senate. June 21, 1999

In a post corporate scandal world, what is the law regarding insurance coverage? Does your D&O insurance cover all that your board expects? Can it do so legally? What insurance should you have and what does it cover? If you are looking for answers to these and other insurance questions, this session is for you! Our coverage specialists will take the mystery out of insurance realities and give you the basics you need to ensure your company is protected against any exposure.

Your CEO is charged with professional misconduct-what do you do to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation? Through review of case studies, our panel will review the legal, ethical, and practical considerations when allegations involving your senior executives require immediate and intense investigation. Topics for review will include internal and external reporting of allegations and conclusions, attorney-client privilege, intimidation by the senior executive and his team, and implementation of corrective action.

Subscribe to White-Collar Crime
ACC
ACC Global Headquarters
1001 G Street NW
Suite 300W
Washington, D.C. 20001 USA

Contact Directory

Explore ACC
Privacy & Other Policies © 1998-2025, Association of Corporate Counsel. All Rights Reserved.