Events

EMPLOYMENT & LABOR CLE WEBINAR

WEBINAR LINK:

https://accinhouse.zoom.us/j/95408532589
(Same link for all three sessions)

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
"DEI  in the workplace - One Year After the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling"
Presented by Ogletree Deakins
1 ETHICS CREDIT

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision ending affirmative action in higher education, the scrutiny on employers’ diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs has not abated. A recent poll found that nearly three-fourths of corporate leaders plan to increase DEI programming in the next two years. Still, a smaller percentage expect to increase investments in DEI, and a third have expressed concerns that DEI programs unfairly advance some employees but not others. In this webinar, the speakers will examine the attacks on DEI since the SCOTUS decision, the current legal landscape and other practical tips and best practices for DEI programs in the workplace. 

Speakers:

• Janice Dubler, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins
• T. Scott Kelly, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins
• Kate Eisenmann, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
"Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations"
Presented by Saul Ewing LLP

This program will highlight best practices for conducting effective investigations of complex employment matters, including discrimination or harassment, safety issues, and suspected theft or misuse of company property.  We will discuss legal issues to consider before, during, and after the investigation, as well as practical tips for conducting witness interviews, tackling confidentiality concerns, and appropriately documenting the investigation. Finally, we will review the process for evaluating investigation findings, reporting conclusions to the appropriate parties, and corrective actions to be reviewed with all decision-makers. 

Speakers:

• Lisa Koblin, Counsel, Saul Ewing 
• Punam Alam, Assistant General Counsel, ETS
• Erik Pramschufer, Associate, Saul Ewing

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
"Smokin’ (and other) Hot Topics in Employment Law"
Presented by Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith will present a program covering the following hot topics in employment law: (1) FTC rule banning noncompetition agreements, including status of current court challenges and predictions in advance of the September 4 effective date; (2) US DOJ’s May 31st notice of proposed rulemaking to reschedule cannabis from a Schedule I controlled substance to Schedule III, implications of this change amid the current legal landscape; (3) US DOL issuance of Final Rule raising FLSA exemption salary thresholds; and (4) Supreme Court decision in Smith v. Spizzirri – the fallout of SCOTUS’ Decision that the Federal Arbitration Act requires stay of pending case after sent to arbitration.

Speakers:

• Shannon E. McClure, Partner, Global Commercial Disputes, Reed Smith LLP
• John T. McDonald, Partner, Labor & Employment, Reed Smith LLP
• Christopher S. Bouriat, Partner, Labor & Employment, Reed Smith LLP

Sandy Springs area members, please join ACC Georgia Board Member Robbie Hurwitz and ACC Georgia Executive Director Geoff Frost for breakfast at General Muir on Tuesday, July 23. There’s no agenda except to get to know some of your local members and have some fun.

We’re capping attendance at 10 to keep the small group vibe.  Attendees’ breakfast is on the Chapter, but you must register in advance below. See you on July 23!

While we understand that some "no shows" are unavoidable, if you need to cancel, we ask for 48 hours’ notice to georgia@accglobal.com.

Hey, don’t stop reading yet!  Are you interested in speaking at a 2024 ACC Georgia Chapter event?  We’re always looking to highlight our members’ viewpoints and expertise, so let us hear from you!  Email georgia@accglobal.com your name, title, employer, email address, and the topic areas you like to talk about, and we’ll add you to our ever-growing list!

ACC TN & Gold Sponsor Fisher Phillips invite you to join us for a Summer Mixer

Description:

Join us for an evening of relaxed conversations and connection at Top Note formally known as Zeppelin Nashville Rooftop Bar & Lounge in Nashville. 
Heavy Appetizers & Drinks will be served.

ACC TN members, as well as any in-house attorneys interested in learning more about ACC TN, are welcome to attend.

Important Notes:

Please drop in anytime between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM CST.

Parking Information:

Valet $27 per day or you can find nearby street / garage parking

What could be finer than a summer evening at O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.--earning CLE credit, sampling remarkable food and beverages, and enjoying The Potato Bar and its outdoor terrace?!

Identifying Opportunities: Affirmative Recovery Strategies

Join us Tuesday, August 6, for a comprehensive CLE featuring a panel discussion exploring trends, options, and strategies for finding potential revenue hidden within your company. Panelists, including both corporate counsel and private practice trial attorneys, will discuss opportunities for turning corporate legal departments into revenue centers. Panelists will provide their perspectives on identifying opportunities for companies to pursue affirmative recoveries and share how they effectively collaborate to streamline processes and optimize outcomes.

Examples of affirmative recoveries include

• Intellectual Property: Learn how to identify underutilized patents, capitalize on licensing opportunities, and leverage intellectual property assets for competitive advantage.
• Antitrust: Gain insights into detecting anti-competitive practices within your industry and strategize ways to recover damages incurred due to anti-competitive behavior.
• Financial Misconduct: Discover effective strategies for recovering losses stemming from financial fraud, misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, and other financial misconduct.

Attendees will leave with actionable insights and practical strategies to identify, assess, and capitalize on unrealized opportunities for revenue growth within their organizations.

Moderator: 

Brendan Johnson, Robins Kaplan LLP, Partner and Member of Executive Board; Chair, National Business Litigation Group; Co-Chair, Government and Internal Investigations Group

Panelists:

Jamie Kurtz, Robins Kaplan LLP, Partner and Co-Chair, Health Care Litigation Group

Emily Tremblay, Robins Kaplan LLP, Partner

Andrew Johnson, Donaldson, Senior Intellectual Property Counsel

Jonathan Wilson, UnitedHealth Group, Deputy General Counsel

Agenda:

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Attendee check-in and beverage orders

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | CLE program

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Networking social

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1.0 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Thanks to our sponsor, Robins Kaplan LLP!

Please join Eversheds Sutherland for a CLE program and Giants game at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

Agenda

5:00 - 5:30 – Check-in

5:30 – 6:30 – CLE Program

6:30 – 6:45 – Move to Suite

6:45 – 10:00 – Chicago White Sox vs. Giants

The event will feature the CLE presentation:

AI in the Sports Industry & Beyond

With the Paris 2024 Olympics just wrapping up, it's an exciting time to hear the updates on how AI is being used in the sports industry and beyond. The Eversheds Sutherland global partners are excited present what they are seeing on a global scale as well as sitting with Bill Schlough, CIO of the Giants, to hear his insights about the practical applications and impacts of AI and AI regulation on the sports teams, industry and leaders.

Baird Fogel, US Sports Practice Lead, Eversheds Sutherland

Jon Gill, Partner, Eversheds Sutherland

Bill Schlough, Chief Information Officer, San Francisco Giants

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

CLE Credit:  1 Hour Technology CLE

SOLD OUT - waitlist only

Come join your fellow ACC-NYC members for a night out in the Thomson Reuters Yankees suite! 

This event is only open to ACC-NYC Members.

Due to the extremely limited seating for this special baseball game event, registrants must be fully committed to attending. This ensures we respect the opportunity provided by our generous sponsor and allows as many enthusiastic fans as possible to join us.

Tickets will be distributed electronically. Email addresses will be required and shared with our sponsor to be used for ticket distribution.

Once we have reached capacity, any additional registrations will be added to a waitlist.

Grab breakfast, get an update, and earn a CLE credit at the Metropolitan Ballroom on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Navigating the New FTC Rule on Noncompetes
Join Cassandra Jacobsen of Cozen O’Connor for an educational program tailored specifically for in-house counsel dealing with the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new rule that bans nearly all noncompete agreements. This session will delve into the FTC’s historical stance on noncompetes (spoiler alert: virtually nonexistent until the past few years), provide a comprehensive analysis of the FTC’s new rule, and examine the ongoing legal challenges and their potential effects on enforcement and compliance timelines. Learn about strategic adjustments in-house counsel can implement to ensure adherence to the new rule while safeguarding your organization’s business interests.

AGENDA
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Check-in and buffet breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking

Program admission is free and open to ACC members and to first-time in-house counsel guests. 

1 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Thanks to our sponsor, Cozen O'Connor!