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Corporations operating internationally take legal and other risks in sending employees abroad. The dangers of international travel are very real for corporate travelers, often deemed ideal targets for criminals. Kidnappings are a daily occurrence, even in cities once thought to be safe.

ACC compiled the concerns and unresolved challenges identified scores of CLOs of the largest public and private companies in the US and Canada, culminating in a report to the in-house profession of the concerns that keep CLOs awake at night, as well as their vision for the solutions that should be pursued to address them. Look into our unique crystal ball to view the emerging challenges that will occupy your law department’s time and attention in the coming years. Find out what top in-house thought leaders believe is around the corner, and how to best prepare to meet those challenges.

Developed with the transactional attorney or corporate generalist in mind, this session will provide you with the fundamentals to draft and negotiate legally enforceable environmental terms and conditions for the purchase of real property and the sale of an on-going concern with environmental liabilities. Our panel will focus, in particular, on environmental law including indemnification provisions, baselines, and related insurance. From this program, you will be able to draft and negotiate environmental terms in a contract without being forced to go to outside counsel for assistance.

When you went to law school no one thought to teach you about the variety of matters that you must understand today to be an effective in-house counsel: business strategy, financial red flags, and organizational behavior, to name a few. Recognizing this gap in our legal education, the Northeast Chapter, working with Boston University, created a program to address these issues and won this year's award for their efforts. A replay of some of this best selling chapter program will be presented.

In-house attorneys are learning about the benefits of hiring a professional coach, such as helping to set goals for your career, maximizing your strengths and learning from your weaknesses, developing a personal brand, understanding your client and having corporate political savvy, networking within and outside your company, leadership development, and improving all facets of your communication skills. An executive coach can facilitate fast-tracking your career with proven stress-reducing tactics and valuable information not taught in school.

A quick Internet search reveals that there are several paralegal organizations and places where you can earn a certificate or degree. If you want to be one, you can. But, where do you acquire good writing skills? How do you edit something a lawyer has written without straining the relationship? Who teaches those "soft skills" or tips on
improving "emotional intelligence"? Lawyers live by lists, so consequently, do you? Find out 20 ways to improve your communication skills with your boss
and your organization.

Through outsourcing, law departments can save money, improve law department productivity (and morale), and add more value to the business - IF you are careful to outsource the right things for the right reasons, select the right provider to meet your objectives, and manage the LPO/firm relationships well. Through a blend of instruction, mini-case presentations and small group exercises, you will develop the decision-making and management skills to lead successful outsourcing programs.

Real estate leasing issues often cross the desks of in-house counsel. This course reviewed the basic types of real estate leases, retail leases and industrial/warehouse leases primarily from the tenant’s perspective, highlighting pitfalls to avoid and explaining commonly misunderstood and difficult lease provisions. The course also addressed other types of ancillary agreements that frequently arise as part of lease negotiations such as the guaranty and work letters.

Increasingly, law departments are responsible for more than just practicing law — they are also responsible for efficient and fiscally responsible operations. Managing costs, reducing risk, and improving productivity are all priorities for corporate counsel because law departments are being evaluated against the same standards as other departments within their companies. To meet this challenge, law departments need new tools for measuring value and results.

Negotiation skills are critical in a multitude of personal and professional relationships, and many lawyers—both new and seasoned—seek the necessary skills to achieve the desired outcome while creating synergy and fostering good, long-term relationships.

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