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Event admission is free and open to ACC members, and to non-member in-house counsel first-time guests.

Please follow this link to review the ACC Northeast Chapter's Code of Conduct for all events.

Upcoming Events

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Feb 12
Shook Hardy Bacon, One Federal Street 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
Litigation WARNING: What In-House Counsel Need to Know When Their Company is Being Sued!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EST
Details & Registration
Feb 19
Virtual
NEW! ACC Northeast Book Club
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
Details & Registration
Feb 27
Virtual
Simplify Contract Review: The Power of AI in Drafting, Analyzing & Redlining Contracts
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST
Details & Registration
Mar 6
Virtual
Tackling Burnout
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM EST
Details & Registration

Opportunities Await Us in 2025!

Coughlin, James-2023 CROPPED HEADSHOT

Dear ACC Northeast Chapter Membership,

As we enter 2025, we are thankful to you, our members, for the incredible community you build every day.  Our ACC Northeast Chapter Board and Committees spent considerable time last year learning about your needs and considering thoughtful ways to address them. We are pleased to report that the health of our Chapter remains strong.  2024 was another stellar year for us. Our total membership grew 5%, to reach 1,515 members across our Chapter – surpassing the 1,500-member mark for the first time. Our recruitment efforts yielded 342 new members, and our member retention remained relatively flat, reflecting continued stability in our membership community, year over year. We are pleased with these results.  This success is your success and the success of our entire membership community.  Each of you plays a role in adding to the vibrancy that is the ACC Northeast Chapter, and the value that it creates for the careers of our members.

As we reflect on 2024, here are some highlights of the influence our membership has on the direction of our Chapter.  In January we conducted our annual membership survey, which our Board and Committees leverage to address membership needs.  In late October our board held a strategic planning retreat aimed at shaping the future direction of our chapter.  Member feedback was center-stage, and the board discussed ways to enhance member engagement, expand our program offerings to focus on more opportunities for half-day learning sessions, and develop and strengthen a community-centric approach to education and networking. The insights gained during this retreat will shape our strategy to meet the evolving needs of our members for years to come.

Thank you for your contributions to our vibrant community – we look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events in 2025!

James Coughlin 
ACC Northeast Chapter President


 

In-House Speaker Database

 

ACC Northeast is looking for volunteers to share their expertise with our members as speakers on our educational programs!  Please share your information by following this LINK if you'd like to be considered.


Dear ACC Northeast Members,

We are excited to introduce a fantastic opportunity for you to expand your professional network and engage with fellow Northeast region in-house lawyers in a unique and meaningful way.  Say hello to RandomCoffeeour new virtual networking platform designed to match you with other members for one-on-one virtual meetings.

Why Join RandomCoffee?

  • Build Connections: Meet new colleagues and strengthen existing relationships within the ACC Northeast community;
  • Share Knowledge: Exchange insights, experiences, and best practices in a relaxed, informal setting;
  • Flexible Scheduling: Matches are made based on your availability, making it easy to fit networking into your busy schedule.

How It Works:

  1. Sign Up: Register on the RandomCoffee platform using the link below.
  2. Opt-In: Once you are registered, you’ll receive emails letting you know when new matching opportunities are available.  We are aiming for one per month.
  3. Get Matched: Receive a match with another ACC Northeast member.
  4. Connect: Schedule a virtual coffee chat at a time that works for both of you.

Have more questions? Check out RandomCoffee’s FAQs HERE.

Ready to Get Started?

Click HERE to join RandomCoffee and start connecting with your peers today!

We believe that RandomCoffee will be a valuable tool for fostering connections and enhancing our professional community.  Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your network and share your expertise.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to us at northeast-administrator@accglobal.com.

 

 

ACC Northeast could not serve its membership without the tireless efforts of its dedicated volunteers!  If  you would like to take advantage of one or more of the many volunteer opportunities available, let us know where your interests lie by submitting this VOLUNTEER FORM.  We look forward to working with you soon!

 

 

 

The Northeast Chapter covers the states of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont

ACC Northeast Membership Demo

ACC Northeast is made up of a community of diverse and engaged members.  Meet some of our members as they share their experiences with ACC Northeast.

Learn more about ACC Northeast here

Please fill out this form to volunteer with ACC Northeast

Thank you to Jermaine Kidd, Emily Sy, Patrick Wu, Rashima Shukla, Lalitha R. Gunturi, Alex Aferiat, Stephanie Molina, Len Ho, and Ruchi Sisodia Shah for their participation!

 

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The Northeast Chapter of ACC has 1500+ members in 5 states.  The Chapter offers over 40 educational, professional development and networking events throughout the year.  These Programs & Events offer our members ample opportunity to meet, learn and engage with other in-house legal professionals and our respected Sponsors.  You can test ACC resources for 30 days at no cost simply by following this LINK to the trial membership form.  You have nothing to lose and much to gain!

ATIH-Season 3-Episode 2 with Julianne Fitzpatrick Regan-344x341

Please join hosts and ACC Board Members, Alex Aferiat (Director & Managing Legal Counsel at BCG) and Ruchi Sisodia Shah (Director & Senior Counsel at Boston Scientific) as they sit down with their latest guest – Julianne Fitzpatrick Regan, Senior Corporate Counsel at athenahealth.  Julianne talks about the deliberative process of finding her ideal role in-house, shares the importance of stepping outside of one's comfort zone, and also offers listeners some sage advice for finding work-life balance. Happy listening!

 

If you missed any of the past podcasts, you can always catch them on Apple iTunes or Spotify, or in the "Resources" section of this website.

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♦ What ideas do you have for program topics?

♦ Do you have some news you would like to share with your in-house colleagues?

♦ How can we help you make the most of your ACC membership?

♦ What types of networking events would you be interested in attending?

♦ Would you like to be more involved or serve on a committee?

♦ Are you new to the area?

♦ Do you know someone interested in joining?

Please send your comments to Chapter Administrator, Julie Duffy.

 

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