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.
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)
Intellectual property (IP) is a vital asset for startups seeking to drive innovation and establish a competitive edge. A strong IP strategy is key to protecting innovation, enhancing a startup’s value, and attracting investors, but navigating the complexities of IP protection can prove challenging for emerging companies. Join Fish & Richardson Principals Michael Headley and David Hoffman for a discussion of how startups can build and protect their IP. Michael and David’s conversation will cover:
Building the right patent portfolios for startups and companies with limited budgets
Protection beyond patents: Are trademarks and copyrights worth pursuing for start-ups?
Common IP-related agreements, including employment, licensing, clinical trial, master service, and material transfer agreements
Provisions to watch out for and pitfalls to avoid
Real-world examples of what startups got right and wrong
Join sponsor Merchant & Gould and your ACC SoCal colleagues at The Bungalow - Huntington Beach on Wednesday, November 13th. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while taking in The Bungalow’s cozy atmosphere and stunning ocean views. We look forward to seeing you there!
The use of AI is facing new scrutiny from both state and federal legislators as well as regulators, including the FTC. And with AI adoption accelerating and becoming more vital to businesses, navigating this complex legal landscape becomes more critical. This webinar will dive into recent U.S. privacy legislation targeting AI, including the Colorado AI Act, along with FTC enforcement actions and guidance focusing on AI, such as the Rite Aid enforcement action, and related guidance from other regulators.
Attendees will gain actionable insights on aligning AI practices with enforcement trends in a fast-changing regulatory environment.
Gunderson Dettmer will be leading a discussion about the current state of M&A market for technology and life science companies and what they are seeing as 2024 comes to an end, and what we might expect for 2025.
Join us for an engaging and informative session on "The Ever Changing Landscape of California Invasion of Privacy Act Litigation" by Cozen O'Connor
Pre-advent of the smartphone and modern Internet, California enacted as part of its Penal Code the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). The statute was intended to address bad actors intercepting confidential communications and other information through telephones. To that end, the State’s Legislature provided a private right of action. Today, often under the moniker of “testers,” plaintiffs file lawsuits and initiate arbitrations claiming that embedded code on websites violates CIPA based on a number of theories. As case law develops and disposes of various CIPA-violation theories, plaintiffs change tactics and invent new theories. It is an ever-repeating cycle.
Join Brett Taylor, Alexander Robinson, and Robert Rubenstein as they provide background about what CIPA was intended to prevent and the commonly asserted CIPA claims. They will also identify the common defenses and issues to consider when a website provider attempts to comply with California law.
Join FTI and ACC SoCal Members for an insightful CLE, "Modern Data Challenges in Disputes and Investigations." Concerns over modern data sources have reached an all-time high. After years of challenges in the legal department, the situation has expanded, urgently driving in-house counsel and their law firms to address issues across disputes and investigations. This session will cover the practical guidance for litigation readiness in a world with ephemeral messaging, off-channel communications, hyperlinked files, collaboration platforms, and AI.
Speaker: Tim Anderson, Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting
After the session, we invite you to relax and unwind with us for a Charcuterie workshop by Honey & Hive and Networking. Enjoy cocktails and learn the art of charcuterie boards. Don't miss this unique opportunity to blend professional growth with a culinary experience.
Autumn always brings a flurry of new bills and requirements for California employers. Governor Newsom has been busy, signing numerous bills on issues ranging from AI in the workplace, local enforcement of employment discrimination claims, intersectional discrimination, expanded protection for victims of crime or abuse, protections for freelancers, “captive audience” prohibitions, paid family leave, voluntary social compliance audits, and more. We will look at these new employment laws, when they go into effect, and what is required for compliance. We will also discuss steps you can take now to ensure you are ready for 2025.
Speakers: Ethan Chernin and Michele Ballard Miller of Cozen