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the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law - David V. Snyder, chair, Susan A. Maslow, vice chair. Principled Purchasing Project led by Sarah Dadush†
38 pages

Word version of the sample Model Contract Clauses to Protect Workers in International Supply Chains, Version 2.0, developed by the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law.

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Collection: Sustainability
Region: Global, United States
the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law - David V. Snyder, chair, Susan A. Maslow, vice chair. Principled Purchasing Project led by Sarah Dadush†
68 pages

How does your contract governance protect human rights in your international supply chain? Consider the Model Contract Clauses to Protect Workers in International Supply Chains, Version 2.0, developed by the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains American Bar Association Section of Business Law.

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Collection: Sustainability
Region: Global, United States
the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains, American Bar Association Business Law Section.
4 pages

Executive Summary about the Model Contract Clauses Version 2.0 and the Responsible Buyer Code, developed by the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains, American Bar Association Business Law Section.

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Collection: Sustainability
Region: Global, United States
the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains, American Bar Association Section of Business Law - David V. Snyder, chair, Susan A. Maslow, vice chair. Principled Purchasing Project led by Sarah Dadush.

An introduction to the Model Contract Clauses developed by the members of the Working Group to Draft Model Contract Clauses to Protect Human Rights in International Supply Chains, American Bar Association Section of Business Law.

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Collection: Sustainability
Region: Global, United States
Laura Warren, Partner, and Jonathan Parker, Legal Director, Clyde & Co LLP (Doha)
7 pages

Many businesses will enter Qatar for the first time in 2022, and companies with existing operations in Qatar will look to capitalize on an influx of foreign investment and tourism. This resource provides 10 things to consider when doing business in Qatar.

Nicholas Degen, Junior-Partner, and Mareike Heesing, Junior-Partner, Oppenhoff & Partner Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater mbB
3 pages

In the modern business world, the qualified electronic signature is already a solid and largely equivalent substitute for the handwritten signature. This resource is an overview of the types of electronic signatures, and their legal and procedural effects in France and Germany.

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Collection: Blockchain
Region: Europe, France, Germany

Program Title: Strategies for In-House Counsel Responding to and Preparing for Government Investigations

Join ACC St. Louis and Polsinelli as we share how you can help your company navigate government investigations:

This CLE will give you:

1. An understanding of the methods the government uses to obtain information

2. A basic framework for responding to requests for information in a manner that:

– Ensures complete and timely cooperation

– Protects the interests, rights and reputation of the company

3. Help you prepare for those unexpected visits from government agents

We look forward to seeing you online on April 26th!

ACC National Capital Region’s Nonprofits & Associations Committee is joining forces with the ACC Global Nonprofit Network again this year to present a joint conference for in-house nonprofit counsel.  This year's topics will focus on the legal and financial implications of driving revenue from alternative sources and educating yourself on your organization’s financials.

Agenda:

9:00 AM EST - 10:00 AM EST -  SESSION 1: 
The Brave New World of Fundraising: A General Counsel’s Guide to Compliance Concerns 
Presented by Polsinelli

10:15 AM EST - 11:15 AM EST  - SESSION 2: 
Inside the Mind of Your CFO 
Presented by Caplin & Drysdale

11:30 AM EST - 12:30 PM EST - SESSION 3: 
Venture Philanthropy, Impact Investing and More 
Presented by Arnold & Porter

Click HERE to  download a full Agenda with blurbs.

 

The Russian war on Ukraine has brought widespread reaction by U.S. businesses and investors.  Over 500 companies have publicly announced specific actions, from complete withdrawal from Russian business activities, to divestment of Russian assets, to continuing Russian operations, with variations in between.

Corporate “activism” and reaction to world crises and socio-economic issues involve myriad legal issues, ranging from sanction and regulatory compliance to fiduciary and disclosure considerations to practical challenges involving, contracts, employment and insurance.  The risks and rewards of corporate action, as well as the legal decision-making processes within a company, must be carefully considered, often under tremendous time pressure.

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