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A discussion regarding the lack of legal privilege for in-house counsel in Europe.

This panel will address developments since 2008, with emphasis on the repercussions of the US financial crisis for the European Union, Asian markets, and other global economies. Topics covered will include the Obama Administration's approach to the crisis, and related developments in the European Union, China, and Hong Kong economies. Panelists will also address proposed changes in legal and regulatory structures to respond to the crisis in the US, the European Union, China and Japan.

Gone global? More and more companies are stretching their operations across the world; in-house employment lawyers can no longer afford to be experts only in US employment law. Instead, those who work for multinational companies must be able to manage complex multijurisdictional human resources projects, as well as employment issues arising in many countries simultaneously. This panel will address some of the key challenges such as managing global reductions in force, and provide advice on best practices.

As a small law department practitioner, your typical day could involve anything from addressing a trademark infringement, reviewing a confidentiality agreement to handling an employment dispute. The list is endless. Benchmark with this panel of small department experts who will share practical tips for maximizing your resources and share thoughts on how to prioritize issues, use technology effectively, and partner successfully with outside counsel to provide your company with the best possible legal solutions.

Every business, small or large, local or multi-national, must consider the implications of IP protection and the laws surrounding it. Are you up to date on the most recent developments? If not, here is your chance to receive an overview of the latest issues affecting patent, trademark, and copyright rules in Europe.

The role of in-house counsel continues to evolve and so do the career opportunities: have you thought about where you want the next stage of your career to take you? Here is your chance to learn from the experts as they explore the methods on how to get there from here including a list of dos and don'ts. Learn how to build the skills and networks you can rely upon to further your career.

McMillan's presentation for the conference entitled "doing it right – how to comply with Canadian, American and UK anti-corruption legislation" (2012) This presentation provides an interesting overview on the compliance aspects of anti-corruption legislation.

An update of the private damage regulations and actions in Europe.

Updated information regarding merger control in competition law in Europe.

Developments in EU Verticals:
BER reform and online sales

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