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.
Whatever happened to the tradition of getting two paper originals executed by the parties so that they would each have one? How times have changed! This session will address how the use of emails, faxes and electronic signatures is affecting contract law and the implications for the statute of frauds.
It is an increasingly global age where more companies are doing business overseas, and a greater number of foreign companies are SEC registrants. As a result, in-house counsel must face the challenge of addressing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) compliance responsibilities. This program addressed the issues of setting up a practical and effective program, recognizing and addressing relevant issues, and current activities and determinations in the FCPA arena.
The two countries experiencing the greatest economic growth are India and China. Each possesses unique resources and opportunities for US-based companies. China has concentrated on contract manufacturing, while India is more focused on attracting service industries. In 2007, the Indian economy grew almost nine percent, which closely parallels China’s growth. This course focused on why you must adopt a different approach and mindset when dealing with China and India and what you cannot afford to ignore about doing business with these emerging giants.
Contingent workers may be the best answer for your company’s staffing needs, but there are many potential pitfalls in using this solution. And the IRS, the Department of Labor, and a variety of state agencies are watching for any slips. This session focused on these areas of concern and provide advice on best practices for structuring these arrangements to protect your client from employment and benefit related claims.
Simplified agreements and the elimination of unneeded contracts results in a huge increase in productivity and business partner satisfaction. How can you achieve this same result without increasing risk? The task encompasses a variety of activities from simplifying language and shortening documents, to smarter risk allocation (to avoid unnecessary negotiations), to implementing contracting mechanisms that reduce the number of provisions that must be repeatedly drafted, reviewed, understood, and negotiated. Hear how these panelists did it and take these lessons home with you.
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.