Events

Join ACC Central Florida and Ogletree Deakins for a CLE Lunch & Learn event: Executive Orders, Defunded Agencies, NRLB Opinions, DOJ actions, etc.  – How the Flurry of Executive Actions Affect the Employment Law Landscape.

Presented by Iggy Garcia of Ogletree Deakins, this 1.5 hour CLE will give the latest updates on how the presidential executive orders, NLRB opinions, Department of Justice priorities and more have affected the employment law landscape and what employers should watch out for. 

CLE pending Florida Bar approval. 

Please join us for this fun, family-friendly event organized by the ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee. Family and friends are welcome as we gather for a walk around the beautiful lake.  

Why: Promotes physical fitness, stress reduction, and social connection 

All are welcome, whether or not you have a doggie or other animal friend to bring or would just like to join in the fun. We will meet at the tables outside the Grocery Outlet at the Woodbridge Village Center adjacent to the lake – look for an ACC sign. We will provide a light snack before the walk and treat you to a coffee afterward.  

Sponsored by: ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee

• Start with a snack: We’ll have light refreshments available before we set off.
• A sublime experience: Our walk will be an easy, enjoyable pace in a natural setting, suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
• Post-walk refreshment: Join us for a complimentary coffee back at Trails Café after the walk.

Don’t forget:

• Look for the ACC sign in front of Trails Café to find our group.
• All are welcome! Bring your family, friends, dogs, and fellow ACC members. Whether you’re a dog owner or just like to walk with fellow ACC members and their friends, this event is for you.

Trail Description

https://modernhiker.com/hike/hike-the-west-griffith-observatory-trail/

Sponsored by: ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee

Join the St. Louis Diversity Committee for social and program Immigration 101, on Wednesday, March 19th. 

Participants will learn the fundamentals of issues involved in Immigration and how to navigate recent changes and enforcement actions.

Come Away With: 

• Conditional Status, Green Card Interviews, and Naturalization
• Family Preference Categories
• Basics of Adjustment Status, Compare to IV Consular Processing
• Compare to IV Consular Processing
• Conditional Status, Green Card Interviews, and Naturalization
• Non-Immigrant VISA Categories
• Employment Based Issues
• Removal Cases, Waivers and Asylum/Refugee
• Asylum/Refugee

Time:

4:30 - 5:00 - CLE Check-in, Networking
5:00 - 6:00 - CLE Presentation 
6:00 - 6:30 - Meet the Speaker & Happy Hour

Location:

City Place 6
2nd Floor Training Room
6 City Place Drive
Creve Coeur, MO  63141

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Wednesday, March 19!

Thinking about making a career change? Join ACC NCR Professional Growth Sponsor, Beacon Hill Legal for a dynamic discussion with legal recruiting experts and in-house counsel, as they share valuable insights on navigating career transitions—especially in today’s uncertain landscape.

Our panel will offer practical advice on how to take the first steps, strategically position your skills, and tap into resources to support you through the process. You’ll hear from in-house counsel about their own non-linear career journeys, and how they leveraged their legal experience to pivot into new practice areas or industries.

This session will help you map out your next move and position yourself for success in your evolving in-house career.

Discussion Leaders:

• Jennifer Pilling, Senior Account Executive, Beacon Hill (moderator)
• Andre Campagna, Attorney Recruiter, Beacon Hill
• Kristin Meister, Acting General Counsel, Last Energy
• Courtney Schaefer, Attorney Recruiter, Beacon Hill
• Mialeeka Williams, General Counsel, The Veraison Project
  
  By registering for this ACC NCR event, you acknowledge that you have read ACC NCR’s Code of Conduct for Events and agree to comply with its terms.

Join us for an in-depth training program designed to educate in-house lawyers on the comprehensive process of conducting internal investigations. This program will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of investigating alleged violations of company policies and applicable laws. By attending, you will gain a thorough understanding of the multi-step investigatory process, ensuring that your team can handle investigations efficiently and effectively. Acquire practical tips and strategies to ensure your investigations are thorough, compliant, and effective. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to conduct robust internal investigations and ensure compliance within your organization. 

CLE Program:

How to Partner with Legal Aid on Guardianship

Description:

Join ACC Tennessee and Gold Sponsor Husch Blackwell to hear about the laudable partnership between Husch Blackwell and Legal Aid of East Tennessee focused on navigating the guardianship process for qualifying individuals and families. Husch Blackwell will walk you us through the guardianship process and share opportunities where in-house attorneys can support this partnership without entering the courtroom.

Agenda:

12:00 - 1:00 PM CLE Program

Additional Information:

Pending 1.0 hours of General CLE credit in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee

Webinar Link (Teams) will be sent in your confirmation email.

Eversheds Sutherland and ACC Philadelphia invite you to a facilitated discussion to develop strategies for dealing with the sometime conflicting roles that senior in-house counsel play in supporting the business while managing risk. 

Over lunch with high-level counsel from the country’s leading companies, we will, as a group, identify best practices and innovative approaches for being effective in the role of a top-tier legal officer who is frequently called upon to find a path forward for the business on a road filled with potential risk. 

We will consider a range of issues that arise when the law department’s risk management goals conflict with the desired direction of senior management, such as: 

• Who is the “client” when conflicts arise? 
• What is the “right” framework for decision-making?
• What can you do when legal ethics conflict with business ethics?
• How can you maintain effective communication with executive level leadership and      direct reports?
• How can you preserve privilege when the lines between roles become blurred? 

Under Chatham House Rules, the discussion will be an interactive and free-flowing opportunity for all to share their insights and strategies for dealing with the kinds of problems that senior in-house lawyers often face.

Speaker: Nicholas T. Christakos, Senior Counsel, Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland Senior Counsel Nick Christakos will facilitate the discussion. Nick served for nearly two decades as the Eversheds Sutherland US General Counsel and more than 30 years as a litigation partner with the Firm. In his position as the Firm’s GC and as a practicing litigator, he gained unique insight into how senior legal leaders address threats to the institution and what they expect from their lawyers (both in-house and outside) during a crisis. In his practice, Nick has represented clients across a range of industries in federal and state courts and arbitral forums around the country. He has also advised many clients on how to avoid or minimize risk. Nick regularly lectures to industry groups and national and regional meetings of in-house counsel on crisis response, risk management, and ethics issues.