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.
When Good Enough Isn’t Good Enough - Perfectionism in the Legal Profession
“Everyone tells me I’m doing a great job. My clients, my colleagues, my family. Why do I feel like I don’t measure up- that my work just isn’t that good?”
“If I ask for help, everyone will know the truth about me.”
“I’m ok. I can work this out for myself.”
Sound familiar? If so, you may be struggling with the perfectionism and self- doubt that has plagued members of the legal profession for years. When the pressure placed on lawyers externally to succeed is outweighed by the pressure lawyers place upon themselves, the impact on mental health can be devastating if left untreated.
There is a misconception among lawyers that only people who have “hit bottom” need or ask for help. The statistics say otherwise as recent surveys indicate that the overwhelming majority of legal practitioners believe they have suffered negative mental health consequences as a result of their chosen profession.
Recent studies have shown that there has been a dramatic increase in impairment due to alcoholism, addiction and mental health disorders among members of the legal profession. The statistics are compelling and clearly indicate that 1 out of 3 attorneys will likely have a need for substance use or mental health services at some point in their careers.
Mr. Quinn will discuss:
The early warning signs of distress and impairment due to substance misuse and mental health issues
Perfectionism as both a commonplace and manageable condition among members of the legal profession
Why legal professionals are at higher risk to develop mental health and substance use disorders
IN-PERSON EVENT: Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) Bill Holmes Tower, 455 S Main Street, Orange, CA 92868
Saturday, January 11, 2025 (RSVP by Jan 7th!)
8:30 AM – 1:30 PM PT
ACC-SoCal will partner with Elder Law and Disability Rights Center at CHOC to assist parents of individuals with developmental disabilities to obtain a limited conservatorship so they can retain some of the decision-making rights even if their child is over 18 years old.
No prior experience necessary: ACC members will be provided with a short on-demand training video that they can view on their own time before the clinic (MCLE credits pending). They will then be assigned a family and review the packet submitted by the family. At CHOC, members will assist the family in completing the limited conservatorship forms for e-filing. Optional: if you want to assist the family after the clinic through their entire court process, you can sign onto the case with Elder Law and Disability Rights Center as pro bono counsel.
Breakfast pastries, coffee, and bottled water will be provided. Please bring a laptop or iPad to the clinic and wear your ACC-SoCal shirt (if you don’t yet have an ACC-SoCal shirt, they can be provided).
Sponsor: ACC Southern California Pro Bono Committee
RSVP asap but no later than Tuesday, January 7: A limited number of volunteer spots are open. Please save your spot by registering today.
Join ACC SFBA and Eversheds Sutherland for an evening at Lucky Strike featuring a networking reception, a mini bowling tournament and prizes. here'll be food, drinks and a fun evening of networking in store for everyone!
Join fellow Chief Legal Officers for an informal, candid lunch forum designed to foster open discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing today’s legal leaders. With no sponsors or formal agenda, this is your chance to engage in peer-driven conversations in a relaxed, pressure-free setting. We’ll gather at Red Car Brewery (right off the 405 Fwy in Torrance with plenty of parking) for a casual, brown-bag style lunch—everyone will pay for their own meal, ensuring a focus purely on meaningful dialogue and collaboration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, share insights, and learn from colleagues.
Join us for an all-day in-person conference designed for the in-house practice. There will be 6 hours of CLE, and the day will include breakfast, lunch, and a cocktail reception. The topics will include General CLE and Ethics and cover employment law, intellectual property, and more! Signing up will also gain you access to hard to get CLEs via self study.
The cost is $35 for members to attend.
Non-members can contact s.keany@accglobal.com to inquire about attending.
Gifts and raffle prizes are included!
From Conflict to Consensus: Arbitration in Transactions
Arbitration clauses frequently remain an afterthought, often overlooked in the construction of high-stakes agreements. Commonly, standard provisions are inserted into contracts, potentially binding parties to unfavorable outcomes. Given the thousands of commercial arbitrations filed annually, with millions of dollars often at stake, it is prudent to evaluate these clauses when drafting agreements carefully. This includes deciding whether to opt for arbitration or to retain the possibility of litigation. Whether your organization favors arbitration or litigation, we invite you to explore key drafting strategies to mitigate the related risk within your transactions effectively.
In this seminar, we will:
·Examine prevailing arbitration trends and assess their respective advantages and disadvantages
·Analyze types of disputes where arbitration presents a viable solution
·Compare the arbitration process with traditional litigation measures
·Enhance your understanding of the benefits and drawbacks associated with each dispute resolution mechanism
·Offer drafting techniques to refine standard provisions, thereby granting you greater control
2025 Employment Law Update - January 9th - Webinar
As we begin 2025, join Stradling partner Jared Speier for a 90 minute update (1.5 General CLE) on developments in employment law over the last year, new legislation for 2025, necessary PAGA amendments, wage and hour developments, and other areas of concern for in-house counsel.