Events

Please join us on the Zoom platform for our ACC-SFBA employment law consultation for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. This event is presented by Cozen O'Connor and organized in conjunction with the Justice & Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco (JDC).

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2024

The afternoon will consist of:

12:00pm: Lunch Delivery & Introductions
12:15 - 1:45pm: Volunteer Training (CLE #1: 1.5 hours California Credit)
1:45 - 2:00pm: Breakout Room Prep Time for Volunteers
2:00 - 2:15pm: Non-Profit Introductions
2:15 - 4:00pm: Consultations
4:00 - 4:15pm: Break
4:15 - 5:15pm: "Hard to Get" CLE Happy Hour (CLE #2: 1.0 hour California Credit)

The event starts with a virtual CLE training session entitled "Employment Law Legal Audit for Nonprofit Organizations", by Cozen O’Connor, to update ACC members on employment law in California. Next, members will be placed into small teams (with one or two other attorneys) to meet with their assigned nonprofit clients. Teams will have a couple hours to help their clients identify employment law issues and to counsel their clients. Cozen O'Connor employment attorneys will be standing by to assist with challenging questions.

All ACC members are welcome, regardless of your level of experience - you do not have to be an employment attorney to participate, and you are not required to provide pro bono services to your assigned clients after this event.

Examples of the types of non-profits these events have helped in the past include:

• An organization that empowers young mothers to complete their high school and post-secondary education and nurtures their children’s development
• An organization that supported low-income families during the pandemic by distributing packages of education essentials
• An organization that works on behalf of low-income immigrants and refugees through advocacy, education, legal services, and other community-based services

We will close the day with the "Hard to Get" CLE Happy Hour.  Cozen O'Connor will host a wine & cheese reception at your desk and offer a "Hard to Get" CLE, Civility in the Legal Profession.

Come celebrate the Holiday Season with your In-House colleagues at the ACC St. Louis Holiday Social on:

Wednesday, December 4th   
5:30 - 8:00 PM
Cleaver & Cocktail 

Savor delicious hors d'oeuvres and engage with fellow members while enjoying a glass of your favorite wine or spirits.

Drawings for fun prizes and spirits will take place throughout the evening!

Let's make a positive impact on our community this holiday season.  Please contribute a non-perishable food or personal care items. Everyone who brings a donation will get an extra chance to win an attendance drawing!

The ACC St. Louis will deliver all donations received at the Holiday Social to:  Operation Foodsearch, the 2024 Pro Bono Community Service Partner.

 *This is a complimentary Members Only event.  A credit card will be required to complete registration, but will ONLY be charged for late cancellations within 48-hours of event or no-shows.* 

Location:
Cleaver & Cocktail
13360 Clayton Rd
St. Louis, MO  63131

Join us for lunch and a CLE program, Am I Covered For?...A Discussion of Insurance Coverage Issues, at BLVD in Minnetonka on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

This session will examine various insurance coverage issues that businesses commonly face, which insurance policies typically will respond, and some of the coverage issues that typically arise. We will discuss several scenarios involving claims made under commercial general liability policies, all-risk property policies, crime policies, cyber policies, and D&O policies. We will review the key coverage provisions typically available for such scenarios as well as some of the coverage defenses that insurance companies raise. We will offer our list of policyholder tips to maximize coverage for your claimed losses.

SPEAKERS
Steven Pudell, Managing Shareholder, Anderson Kill
Luma Al-Shibib, Shareholder, Anderson Kill

AGENDA
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM | Attendee check-in
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Plated lunch
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Networking 

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1.0 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Thanks to our sponsor, Anderson Kill!

The Age of AI CLE and “Make Your Own Holiday Cocktail/Mocktail” Celebration

Join us for a festive and interactive experience before and after our CLE presentation! Dive into the spirit of the season with our “Make Your Own Holiday Cocktail/Mocktail Bar.” Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or prefer something non-alcoholic, our skilled mixologist will be on hand to craft the perfect base drink tailored to your taste. Choose from an array of spirits, mixers, and fresh ingredients to create a beverage that’s uniquely yours. Who knows? You might invent the new signature cocktail of the season!

Not in the mood for experimentation? We’ll also have delightful drink recipe cards available, featuring easy-to-follow instructions for some holiday favorites, so you can sip and savor without the fuss. Gather with colleagues, connect over creative concoctions, lite bites, and toast to the season! Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your CLE experience with a touch of holiday cheer. Cheers!

Join Reed Smith and the Southern California Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel for an in-depth panel discussion on managing emerging risks in an AI-driven world. This session will explore the intersections of California employment law, insurance coverage, and product liability as they relate to AI technologies, offering insights into the latest legal trends, case law developments, and proactive strategies for mitigating risk. Gain valuable insights on best practices to protect your organization in this rapidly evolving landscape.

 Presenters: 

Mildred Segura (Partner, Reed Smith), Alex Roje (Counsel, Reed Smith), and Corrie Buck (Associate, Reed Smith) 

Risk Tips for Inside Counsel:
Lessons in Ethics, Professionalism and Risk Management

Join us for this 60-minute wellness program at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, presented by Lisa Beth Lentini Walker and organized by the ACC MN Sounding Board* Committee. Credit for 1.0 Mental Health/Substance Use CLE creditis pending in Minnesota.

Dancing in the Hurricane: Strategies and Tools for Thriving in a Stressful Time

We live in a world full of stressors, but stress is a natural part of the human experience and is what propels us to excellence. The key is understanding how to use stress productively and in a healthy fashion to avoid distress. This session helps in-house counsel recognize signs of stress in oneself and in one’s colleagues, family and friends by addressing the connection between stress, burnout, and other factors on the development of mental health issues, work/life balance and instituting preventative measures both individually and in a team environment. The course will include information about resources that can be helpful in such cases. 

Throughout the session, we explore options for improving outcomes at work and throughout your life by becoming wellness detectives and advocates. To dance in the hurricane, you need to become wellbeing-aware and be part of the solution rather than the problem.

In addition to her role as CEO & Founder of Lumen Worldwide Endeavors, Lisa Beth is a Compliance, Ethics, Governance and Risk Strategist and a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach.

Program admission is free and open to ACC members and in-house counsel guests.

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*The ACC MN Sounding Board provides opportunities for members to connect and develop leadership skills through discussions on a wide range of professional development-related topics.

Join the Central Ohio Chapter for this educational and networking opportunity, presented by Vorys. 

This program will provide an in-depth exploration of key ethical issues in legal practice, including outside counsel guidelines, civility, and lawyers working remotely. Attendees will gain practical insights into managing conflicts, upholding professionalism, and ensuring ethical compliance in complex situations.

AGENDA

2:30 – 2:55 p.m.
Registration

2:55 – 3:00 p.m.
Welcome

3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
The Ethics of Outside Counsel Guidelines
Presenters: Marcel Duhamel, Partner and Karey Werner, Associate, Vorys

4:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Legal Professionalism & Civility: Lawyers Behaving Badly
Presenters: Alycia Broz, Partner, and Julie Gibson, Of Counsel, Vorys

4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Lawyers Working Remotely 

Presenters: Ted Mattis, Partner and Martha Motley, Partner, Vorys

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Happy Hour

CLE
This program has been approved for 2.0 CLE hours of professional conduct, by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education.

LOCATION
Vorys
52 E. Gay Street
Columbus, OH 43215

PARKING
Parking is available right next to the law firm at the surface lot at the corner of E. Gay Street and Third Street free of charge.

REGISTRATION
$25/members and $45/non-members

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations must be received by Friday, November 29, 2024 in order to receive a refund. There are no refunds after this date.

QUESTIONS?
For questions, please contact centralohio@accglobal.com.

Disclosures:
Our programs and events are made possible by the support of our sponsors and partners, and we will share your Name, Company and Email information with the program sponsor(s) for the purpose of allowing them to follow up on the content presented during the program and to provide you with information about their products and services. If you do not wish to have the Chapter share your information with the program sponsor, you will not be able to register for or attend the program. 

Our law firm-sponsored events are open to CO-ACC members, prospective CO-ACC members, and guests of the sponsoring firm. Membership ineligibility includes attorneys presently working in law firms. ACC membership is open to individuals who are engaged in the active practice of law employed by organizations in either the private or public sector, do not have regulatory, enforcement or policymaking responsibilities nor work in an institution with such authority, and do not hold themselves out to the public for the practice of law.

Please join ACC St. Louis for an evening with the Past Presidents on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Cobalt Salt & Smoke Restaurant.

This evening is open to ACC St. Louis Past Presidents only.

We will enjoy a roundtable discussion on various hot topics and best practices!

Reservation:
5:15 - 7:30 PM

Location:
Cobalt Salt & Smoke
12643 Olive Blvd.
Creve Coeur, MO  63141
Complimentary parking on lot 

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, November 21st at Cobalt Salt & Smoke! 

CLE Program:

AI for In-House Counsel: Transforming the Legal Practice

Description:

This is not your typical Artificial Intelligence (AI) CLE Program; you've heard a lot about AI and how it's changing the world, but what does it really mean for you and your in-house practice? That's what this program will tackle. This program is designed to empower in-house legal teams with the knowledge and tools necessary to harness the transformative potential of AI both in their corporate legal departments and in their outside law firms. This program will delve into how AI can streamline operations, enhance data processing, drive strategic value, and enable in-house lawyers to better serve their organizations.

Agenda:

11:45 AM -12:00 PM Check-In

12:00-1:00 PM CLE Program / Lunch

Additional Information:

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