Events

Please join LexFusion, now part of Baretz+Brunelle, for a Cinco de Mayo gathering bringing together corporate counsel and others across the legal ecosystem who are shaping what’s next in legal.

This is a networking-first event—no panels, no presentations, no pitches. Just a great opportunity to connect with peers, meet innovators from across the legal tech ecosystem, and have real conversations in a relaxed setting, with great food and drinks. 

Whether you’re curious about where the market is heading, looking to expand your network, or simply want to spend time with this fast-growing community, this is an easy (and enjoyable) way to do it.

Come for the tacos and tequila, and leave with new connections and fresh perspectives.

Join Cozen O'Connor for an unforgettable evening of connection, conversation, and culinary flair at Oyamel Cocina Mexicana, located in the heart of Hudson Yards.

This Signature Social brings together in‑house legal professionals for a relaxed yet elevated networking experience—whether you’re reconnecting with colleagues or expanding your professional circle, this evening promises engaging conversation in a warm, modern setting inspired by the bold flavors and spirit of Mexico.

Space is limited — we encourage you to register early.

“Class Action Settlements: Navigating Brand-Safe Administration to Achieve Global Peace”

Class action settlement administration is no longer a back-end process—it is a high-stakes, customer-facing event that can directly impact brand reputation, claimant trust, and the ultimate success of a resolution.

Join Angeion Group and ACC Philadelphia for an interactive roundtable exploring how in-house counsel can take a more proactive, strategic role in guiding settlement administration and partnering effectively with defense counsel from the earliest stages of a case.

Discussion Highlights

• Modern Notice in a Brand-Safe Environment – including digital, email, and in-app communications that enhance—not undermine—customer trust 
• Fraud Prevention & AI – how advanced analytics and AI-driven tools are being used to detect fraud, prevent duplicate claims, and protect settlement integrity 
• Emerging Pressures - managing the rise of opt-out campaigns, mass arbitration, and third-party filers 
• Designing Effective Claims Processes – balancing ease of participation with rigor and defensibility 
• Pre-Settlement Strategy – how to evaluate administration costs, settlement structure (common fund vs. claims-made), and key risks during mediation 
• Empowering In-House Counsel – practical guidance on what to expect, what to ask, and how to position yourself to drive better outcomes 

Stephanie Saunders, Michael Lynch, and Cara Braslow will lead an experience-driven discussion on what is working today and where the industry is headed. Drawing on experience across thousands of administrations for leading global brands, Angeion will provide a candid look at how modern claims administration works – and how decisions around notice, claims design, and cost structure drive outcomes.

This session will equip corporate legal leaders with practical, actionable insight to better manage outside counsel, protect brand equity, and ensure settlements are executed efficiently and with confidence.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: ACC GREATER PHILADELPHIA EVENTS ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR ELIGIBLE IN-HOUSE COUNSEL and INVITED guests and sponsors.  ACCGP reserves the right to confirm eligible status of all event registrants and cancel unqualified registrations.  Click Here to learn more about & how to join ACC Greater Philadelphia.

This session offers a practical roadmap for protecting attorney‑client privilege and attorney work product in real‑world scenarios. Attendees will learn how to effectively involve counsel, recognize common pitfalls, and avoid missteps that can lead to unintended disclosure.

ACC members and Payne & Fears clients are welcome to invite their HR professionals as guests. Please submit a separate registration for each attendee. CLE, HRCI, and SHRM credits will be offered. Parking will be validated.

Agenda

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Check‑In

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Presentation

Join us for a late‑afternoon session designed to give you a productive boost at the end of the day. Coffee, snacks, and sweet treats will be provided. The program will conclude promptly at 4:00 PM.

As AI and data become central to business operations, senior in-house counsel are increasingly required to manage complex disputes, regulatory scrutiny and cross border risk arising from digital transformation. This roundtable is designed for those who oversee AI, data, arbitration and broader digital risk within technology driven organisations, as well as senior counsel with a strong interest in the development of AI and data strategies.

Structured as an interactive, peer level forum, the session will offer a practical and forward-looking discussion on how AI adoption and data use are reshaping arbitration, dispute strategy and risk management, and on the growing role of arbitration in resolving digital and technology related disputes while protecting commercial decision making in an evolving risk landscape.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Agenda:
8:15 - 8:30am Registration
8:30 - 9:30am Roundtable - breakfast will be served

Location: Clipper 2, The American Club, Hong Kong

As this is an exclusive Roundtable format, seats are extremely limited on a ‘first-come-first-served’ basis. So don’t miss out and register now!

CPD Point(s): CPD accreditation has been applied for and is subject to approval by the Hong Kong Law Society. Note: please ensure you arrive at the event location on time to register & sign the registration sheet at the start of the event and after the seminar to ensure your attendance can be verified if you wish to qualify for CPD point(s).

Event capacity is limited and will be allocated on a "first come, first serve" basis. Secure your place and don't miss your chance to this exclusive opportunity.

This session will explore the current landscape of tariffs and their impact on trade, including which tariffs have been invalidated, which remain in effect, and new tariffs that have emerged or are on the horizon. The program will also address the latest developments in pursuing refunds and strategies for supply chain resiliency in a rapidly evolving tariff environment. In addition, we will discuss new tariffs across sectors and examine the federal government’s ongoing role in tariff implementation and related federal initiatives. Finally, we will explain how the Supreme Court’s decision in Learning Resources, Inc. has shaped these developments and continues to influence trade today.

Presented by Stephen Anstey, Counsel Director and Gunjan Talati, Partner at Kilpatrick, along with an in-house panelist.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Please join Keker, Van Nest & Peters and ACC San Francisco Bay Area for an exciting evening of learning, networking, and baseball at Oracle Park! Enjoy a dynamic CLE program followed by the chance to cheer on the San Francisco Giants from the exclusive Legends Club suite—complete with great views, food, drinks, and even better company.

AGENDA

5:00 - 5:30 – Check-in

5:30 – 6:30 – CLE Program

6:30 – 6:45 – Move to Suite

6:45 – 10:00 – San Francisco Giants vs. Washington Nationals

The event will feature a MCLE presentation

SPEAKERS:

TBD

Followed by food, drinks and the unique chance to view a Giants game from the Legends Club suite.

CLE Program:

Employment Law Forecast for 2026

Description:

Employers are facing a fast-shifting landscape of federal and state workplace requirements. Join Maynard Nexsen attorneys Tim McConnell and Laura Mallory as we break down the biggest developments impacting employers this year, including regulatory changes, enforcement priorities, and key compliance obligations you need to have on your radar.

Topics

· Increased EEOC and NLRB activity

· Heightened Scrutiny on AI

·  Recent Non-compete Changes

·  Expanded Paid Leave Requirements

·  New Minimum Wage and Pay Transparency Requirements 

Agenda:

5:00 - 5:30 PM Check-In

5:30 - 6:30 PM CLE Program

6:30 - 7:00 PM Networking 

Additional Information:

Approved for 1.0 hours of General CLE credit in Tennessee.

Refreshments and hors d'Oeuvres will be provided

Indemnity clauses in commercial contracts are often over-looked and under-scrutinized in contract negotiations.  Even more so when disputes arise years later.  This webinar will examine commercial indemnity clauses, including their potential broad scope, application for corporate recoveries, and use beyond mere defense of third-party claims.   The webinar will illustrate the value and pitfalls of commercial indemnity, whether you are making or responding to a legal demand.    The webinar will also include a discussion of how commercial indemnity terms can be leveraged in the corporate M&A context.

Presenters:  Patrick Fagan and Matthew Sellers; Bondurant Mixson & Elmore LLP

Join ACC St.   Louis and Ford Harrison for a delightful evening of networking at the Missouri Athletic Club West on Thursday, May 21st.

Come and play, get to know your ACC St Louis colleagues, eat and drink fun food & beverages!

Attendance prize   drawings throughout the evening.
     
Location:
   Missouri Athletic Club   
   1777 Des Peres Rd.
   St Louis, MO  63131

Time: 
   5:00 - 7:00 pm

This is a MEMBERS ONLY event. 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!!