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.
As India emerges as a global economic powerhouse, the legal insights necessary to effectively manage operations in the region become more crucial for in-house counsel to know. From employee transfers and mobility to legal and tax compliance, these expert-led sessions cover imperative aspects of doing business in one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Learn practical strategies for overcoming the legal and cultural challenges of doing business in the region, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in a dynamic and evolving market.
Join us for an insightful program that will explore the critical challenges and opportunities facing corporate legal departments today. Based on survey responses from almost 800 global CLOs, we will explore how legal department leaders are balancing increasing workloads, resource constraints, and regulatory uncertainty.
Our expert panelists will share their firsthand experiences and practical advice to help you navigate the evolving landscape of the CLO role. We will discuss strategies to harness the power of AI and other technologies to optimize operations and reduce costs. Additionally, we will evaluate the importance of cultivating a talent pool with the skills and mindset to thrive in today’s complex legal and business environment.
The panel will also examine emerging risks, such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and geopolitical tensions, and how to develop effective risk management strategies. By understanding all these trends and challenges, CLOs can position themselves as strategic partners within their organizations, driving innovation, mitigating risk, and contributing to long-term growth. Stay ahead of the curve by attending this webinar to connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and position your legal department for success.
In this Webcast, the speakers will get you up to speed with a summary of the latest labor and employment law developments, including the East Coast port workers’ strike, noncompete agreements, election predictions, the impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace, college football chaos, mental health parity rules, and more.
In the wake of the recent elections, Form I-9 audits and worksite enforcement actions will be more prevalent than ever. With the Trump administration’s plan to use task forces, investigations by Homeland Security, the Department of Labor, and other agencies will likely broaden the scope and breadth of enforcement actions. This information session will equip in-house counsel with pragmatic tools to:
• Develop effective policies
• Perform internal audits and remediate any deficiencies
• Reduce potential exposure with both direct employees and outside contractors and staffing agencies Register now for this up to the minute overview of what may be in store in the new administration.
Corporate executives and boards rely on Chris as a trusted advisor to help them navigate and manage business-critical immigration issues. Chris works with executives, operational leaders, and talent management teams to help position a company for success with effective, compliant global mobility programs. With expertise maneuvering within the complex US immigration process, he helps a wide range of companies secure employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant visas. He also advises companies to develop successful training and compliance programs. Chris provides strategic counsel when companies and individuals face government investigations or audits of their immigration practices. He brings expertise liaising and negotiating with a range of state and federal agencies to achieve a solution that is least disruptive to a company’s operations and business goals. Complete biography: https://www.hollandhart.com/cthomas
Join us for an exploration of the most anticipated cases in the upcoming Supreme Court Term and their potential impact on in-house counsel. Our panel of legal experts will break down key cases involving corporate law, regulatory disputes, constitutional challenges, employment law, intellectual property, and other issues of interest. We’ll discuss how these rulings may shape legal strategies, compliance efforts, and risk management for businesses in 2024 and beyond. This session is essential for in-house counsel looking to stay ahead of emerging legal trends and prepare their organizations for the changing legal landscape.
Enjoy your learning in bite-sized chunks with these short TED-style talks. These compact sessions will leave you educated and inspired, all in 15-minutes! Emceed by Shahrzad Kojouri, Legal Counsel, TalentNeuron.
Conducting Trauma-Informed Workplace Investigations – Presented by Lesley Marlin, Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment, FINRA:
The world we live in can be a traumatic place, all but guaranteeing trauma survivors exist in every workplace. Surviving trauma deeply affects the brain, impacting perception and memory. Signs of trauma should be flags for workplace investigators and leaders. Investigators must understand how trauma affects employees and take informed steps to responsibly lead their investigations responsibly, and leaders must have a similar understanding for effective employee engagement. TED-style talk will provide listeners with the information, tools, and strategies needed to conduct trauma-informed workplace investigations and interactions.
India’s highly skilled workforce remains attractive to foreign players and organizations, but tapping into such a talent pool may require employee transfers and mobility benefits that come with their own set of legal and cultural challenges. This course will serve as a guide for global in-house counsel in the crucial aspects of employee transfers, mobility, and related exits in India. Learn the most effective strategies for attracting, retaining and parting ways with employees.
The presentation will begin with an overview of the federal laws requiring reasonable accommodations, including leaves of absence, and discuss the interactive process analysis employers should undergo as well as logistics, documentation requirements and limitations, and related requirements. Next, the speakers will discuss best practices and guidance on managing complex leaves of absence issues, such as situations involving individuals who are unable to return to work after extended leave.
This program originally aired on November 6, 2024. Please note that this program recording is not eligible for CLE/CPD credit.
Tune in to this panel discussion on employee restrictive covenants for global businesses and how the changing legislative and enforcement landscape could affect the future of covenants in the U.S. and abroad.
Presented by:
Jerico Phillips Business Counsel - Supply Chain and Paperboard Manufacturing Facilities Graphic Packaging International, LLC
Jamie Konn Managing Partner, Atlanta Office DLA Piper LLP
Carsten Reichel Partner, Practice Group Regional Co-Leader, Regulatory & Antitrust DLA Piper LLP
Georgia Jolink Partner, International Employment DLA Piper, LLP
