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.
Please join ACC Oregon for a Wellness Workshop and Happy Hour on September 19 from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Atrium Terrace at The Standard in downtown Portland.
It's more important than ever to increase our engagement in healthy coping strategies, and we can look to traditional Eastern medical practices that have been used for centuries to help increase sense of self and reduce stress. Led by Lisa Francolini (L.Ac.), attendees will get an overview of practices, tools and resources that can benefit your health and overall well-being as well as be provided with a few basic techniques you can do yourself at home or work.
Healthy food and drink choices will also be on hand during the workshop and the networking happy hour afterwards. This in person workshop and social networking event is open to all in-house counsel regardless of membership in the ACC and will be held on the Atrium Terrace at downtown Portland’s Standard Building.
Please click on the link for more information and to register.
Please join us for ACC Oregon Day at the People's Courts on Saturday, September 14 from 1pm-4pm sponsored by Tonkon Torp!
This fun (and family friendly) afternoon of pickleball, cornhole, bocce and ping pong will be open to all in-house counsel regardless of membership in the ACC. ACC Oregon members will have priority for registration through August 9. All food and drinks will be provided by the firm, and attendees may register up to 3 additional family members and/or guests.
Please click the link to learn more and to register.
The Well-Being Committee invites you to a family-friendly mini retreat with hiking, yoga, and children’s activities at the Temescal Gateway Park Conference and Retreat Center. This popular park in the Santa Monica Mountains has beautiful oak and sycamore canyons, majestic ridgetop views, and access to miles of hiking trails. We will begin the day with a hike along an easy to moderate trail in Temescal Canyon, and top things off with a slow flow yoga and meditation class in a retreat room. Come for the hike, the yoga, or both. Supervised children’s activities, including scavenger hunt, and arts and crafts will be available, so bring your kids! Breakfast/brunch and refreshments will be served. We have access to the retreat room and the private grassy area outside for the whole day, so feel free to stay as long as you like to get your fill of nature. Please register in advance to receive further details on directions and parking, and to ensure accurate food orders. Join us!
Join us for an unforgettable night high above the Arts District of LA at an exclusive private rooftop residence! Hosted by Thomson Reuters, this event promises an indulgent escape with a curated selection of gourmet delights, including artisanal cheese and charcuterie, fresh crudités, and sumptuous caviar.
Sip on rare and exceptional champagnes during exclusive guided tastings with a renowned sommelier from Folio Wine Partners. Savor the refined notes of Rare Champagne 2013, the prestigious Rare Champagne Magnum 2006, and the sophisticated Pym Rae 2019, each offering a unique and exquisite taste experience.
This soirée is your chance to mingle with industry leaders and peers against the backdrop of stunning city views while enjoying world-class culinary offerings. Get ready for a night filled with engaging conversations, exceptional drinks, and delectable bites.
Eat, drink, and be merry with the Well-Being Committee for a get together on August 17 at 7:00 pm to watch As You Like It, advertised by the Independent Shakespeare Co. as a screwball romantic comedy with songs inspired by 1930’s crooner, Al Bowlly. The performance and parking are free. Just bring your lawn chairs, cushions, and blankets and look out for the ACC Sign (registrants will receive organizers’ phone contact information prior to the event) near the performance site at the Old Zoo in Griffith Park. Picnic snacks and refreshments will be provided. Please register in advance to receive further details for parking and meeting location, and to ensure accurate food quantities.
Revisiting Arbitration Agreements in the Context of PAGA Reform and Other Developments
This presentation will explore the evolving landscape of arbitration agreements, particularly in light of recent case law and statutory changes affecting the Private Attorneys General Act, AB 51 (which sought to preclude employers from requiring arbitration agreements as a condition of employment), and the federal Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act. The speakers will examine key legal developments, their impact on arbitration practices, and offer practical insights for navigating these changes.
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to effectively manage arbitration agreements within this shifting regulatory framework.
Workers are more aware than ever before of their rights and are not hesitant to question and make claims or complaints when they feel their rights have been infringed.
Join us for a discussion about the intersection of privacy and human rights law in the collection and use of sensitive personal information. Practical insights for the collection of data in a DEI context will be discussed, in addition to other collection practices that have the potential to increase legal risk.
This will include topics like social media searches; reference and other background checks; using diversity data for hiring decisions; and dealing with personal information in an accommodation context.
Learn practical tips and tools on managing employee concerns and mitigating the risk of human rights complaints, privacy violations and reputational harm.
This event is open to both ACC members and non-members and will qualify for up to 1.0 hours of CPD credits from the Law Society of BC
Check-in on event day begins at 11:00 a.m. Each player will receive $100 credit to purchase merchandise from the pro shop, in addition to a sleeve of balls. There will be a boxed lunch starting at 11 a.m., practice range access, and a putting contest, leading up to the 12:15 p.m. shotgun start. There will be plenty of on course contests and activities! The networking and cocktail reception will begin at 5:30 p.m.
For Wellness Enthusiasts who will not be joining the golf tournament but want to enjoy other activities on the beautiful Monarch Beach property, we will offer a Nature Walk near Salt Creek Beach and a Spa Day at the Waldorf Astoria at Monarch Beach – details to follow soon. Participants of these activities will be welcome to join the rest of the group for the networking and cocktail reception at the end of the day.
