Career Development

ACC Houston Career Development Event
How Lawyers are Making a Difference Outside of the Law
February 28, 2023 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
The Federal American Grill | 510 Shepherd Drive | Houston, TX 77007

Join the Houston ACC Chapter and Gibson Arnold & Associates for a lively discussion on How Lawyers Are Making A Difference Outside of The Law. In this panel discussion, we will meet lawyers that have stepped out of the practice of law and into thriving and creative alternative roles. Join us for drinks and appetizers as we hear from members of the legal community who have successfully transitioned into new and exciting career paths. RSVP today for this extraordinary event.

• Explore how to transition into a non-legal role if practicing law no longer serves you.
• Discover how skills from your legal career can transfer to a new position.
• Uncover what opportunities and industries compensate competitively.
• Learn best practices to determine a future outside of law.

Ken Yormark will dig further into some of the 

- Line items on the balance sheet and the income statement to show areas where he sees fraud occur

-Will also review accounts where judgment comes into play and how those accounts can be "managed" and

-Provide additional insight into ratios and how they can be interpreted and be informative, 

Join your fellow Alberta in-house law department leaders for a roundtable on The Role of the Modern CLO.

CLOs are now more than ever, the central figures in navigating unprecedented and uncharted business challenges while taking on new roles within their organizations. Over lunch, we will discuss the change in expectation for CLOs, specifically what you're doing to ensure your company's growth and sustainability, while maintaining your primary function in safeguarding the company.

The discussion will be led by Durum Capital's Malinda Kellett, and McMillan, Calgary Partner, Andrew Stead.

The CLO luncheons are intended for in-house counsel who oversee the legal department whether as GC, CLO or an alternative title.

Please join us for the ACC-WI 2023 Annual Conference & Meeting of Members!  

This 1.5-day event provides 27-Sessions of CLE programming for you to choose from, including 2.0 hours of Ethics, and is specifically designed for you as an in-house attorney.  Our registration format allows you to customize your program schedule to fit your practice needs. Conference registration includes a one-night hotel stay (Early Bird Registration); the continental breakfast, luncheon and keynote speaker, and cocktail reception Thursday; the hot breakfast buffet on Friday; and a variety of networking events at the conference. All paid registrants enjoy free attendance at our Fall 3.0 Ethics Seminar.

Join us for the first Career Development webinar of the new year where we will be joined by two amazing panelists to discuss the current state of the legal job market, guidance on marketing yourself on LinkedIn, and some hot tips on leveling up your career in 2023.  

Overview

Join the ACC Houston Chapter and Gibson Arnold & Associates for a lively discussion on Beginning to End – The Job Search. This event will provide members with tools and exercises in an interactive online session. RSVP today for this extraordinary webinar event.

January 24^th, 2023
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Beginning to End – The Job Search Process

• What do I REALLY want from my job?
• What are the steps in a job search process?
• How do I get started?
• What search tools are available in locating positions?
• How do I effectively network?
• What should I know about resumes?
• How do I prepare for a “flawless” interview?
• How do I navigate the finale?

Presentation Description:

Spring into action and expand your career. Join us for Part 3 of our series Beginning to End – The Job Search Process where we will review the steps, from location a new position to accepting an offer in its entirety. Whether you are seriously considering a job change, pondering your New Year career goals, or are completely happy in your current position, this session will be a thought-provoking career assessment opportunity.

Close out the ACC MN 2022 programming year on Wednesday, December 14, with a peer discussion about negotiating and some pre-holiday socializing at Common Roots Café in south Minneapolis. 

As with all Sounding Board gatherings, previewing the discussion material ahead of time is not necessary to participate. We welcome anyone with interest in this subject and will provide questions during the event to generate discussion in small-group breakouts.

SUGGESTED READING/VIEWING/LISTENING

- Negotiation Skills for In-House Counsel

- Contract Negotiation Checklist: Practical Tips for In-house Counsel

- Program on Negotation blog | Harvard Law School

- How To Negotiate When You Have No Other Options

- The Harvard Principles of Negotiation

AGENDA

4:30 PM - 4:45 PM | Participant check-in and light refreshments

4:45 PM - 6:00 PM | Discussion groups

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Networking, food and beverage

The program is free and open to ACC members and other legal professionals. Free parking is available in the restaurant's lot just north of the building, accessible from the alley. 

*The ACC MN Sounding Board provides opportunities for members to connect and develop leadership skills through group discussions on a wide range of professional development-related topics.

-Regulatory Hierarchy

- The Accounting Process -Financial Statement Reporting & Building Blocks and Concepts

- SEC Reporting Requirements

- Financial Statement Analysis

Join us for our upcoming Virtual CLE-accredited session hosted by Harris & Company LLP featuring a discussion on trends trends in Employment Law.

Nicole Toye and Natalia Tzemis of Harris & Company LLP will discuss recent and noteworthy wrongful dismissal cases from British Columbia courts.

Some of the wrongful dismissal topics will include; constructive dismissal, cause, the enforceability of termination clauses, and damages.

Please RSVP to confirm your attendance as, due to the nature of the event, there is limited capacity. This event is only open to the in-house legal community and priority will be given to ACC members. 

The ACC invites you for an in-depth conversation, with McCarthy Tetrault's esteemed legal professionals, on Recent Developments in Business Law within Canada and what they mean for your business in a rapidly changing global environment.

Topics expected to be discussed include:

• Recent developments in Labour & Employment/Privacy
• Recent developments in M&A
• Recent significant Commercial Cases

Speakers:

• Jade Buchanan, Partner, Technology, Vancouver
• Sven Milelli, Partner, Business Law Group, Vancouver
• Donovan Plomp, Partner, Labour and Employment Group, Vancouver
• Jill Yates, Partner, Litigation Group, Vancouver
• Glynnis Morgan, Associate, Business Law Group, Vancouver
• Lauren Soubolsky, Associate, Labour and Employment Group, Vancouver
• Patrick Williams, Associate, Litigation Group, Vancouver

For questions about this seminar, please contact clientevents@mccarthy.ca

This program qualifies for up to 1.25 hours of CPD credit under the Law Society of BC’s mandatory regime.

Note: This will take place in our MCCarthy Tetrault's Vancouver office and will be given in English only. A breakfast to suit most dietary concerns will be served.

Please RSVP to confirm your attendance as, due to the nature of the event, there is limited capacity. This event is only open to the in-house legal community and priority will be given to ACC members.