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Beyond the AI Hype: Practical Strategies for Legal Teams

AI is everywhere, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the nonstop buzz—especially if you're fielding questions from executives or dealing with AI-driven demos. From Nvidia stock surges to headline-making AI courtroom blunders, AI seems promising and perilous. But it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution.

 Join Consilio and guest speakers from Dailey, LLP, for a brief discussion over cocktails on the realities of AI development in the legal industry. We'll dive into how AI is evolving from hype to real-world application, the balancing act between efficiency and risk, and how Consilio is responsibly guiding clients through the AI landscape. Network, learn, and discover what’s next for legal professionals as AI transitions into knowledge work.

Join Cozen O'Connor for a blind wine tasting event, "Is this Cabernet?" at the Fitler Club on October 24th, featuring a selection of Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Hosted by expert sommeliers on-site to guide the experience and answer your questions.

This comprehensive webinar will guide you through every stage of government investigations, from taking appropriate preventative measures and recognizing early warning signs to implementing effective resolution strategies. Learn how to prepare proactively, identify potential pitfalls, and understand critical factors such as compliance, reporting requirements, and suspension and debarment risks. We will share invaluable insights on distinguishing between various investigative activities and provide you with the tools and insight to help your organization get to “Case Closed.” Don't miss this opportunity to gain a strategic advantage in handling government scrutiny and emerge stronger on the other side.

Presented by David Panzer and Marlena Ewald, Partners at Fluet, Virginia Robinson, General Counsel, CECO, Corporate Secretary at TLINGIT HAIDA Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), and Duc H. Nguyen, Managing Director, Suspension, Debarment, and Corporate Responsibility at Affiliated Monitors, Inc.

Approved for 1.5 Hours of VA Credit

Opportunities in your career equating to success are rarely happenstance, they're a result of strategic planning and knowing how to accurately portray your professional story.

Join ACC St. Louis on Thursday, February 20 for Program #2 in a 3-part VIRTUAL series.

From cultivating trust among team members to mastering the diverse qualities of exceptional leadership, this series will provide practical strategies for enhancing your effectiveness as a leader, your value to your organization and help you both “survive and thrive” in an in-house environment.

Each webinar will feature Mike Williams, BarkerGilmore Strategic Advisor and Coach and former Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Secretary of Staples Inc.

· Part 1:  Leadership
· Part 2:  If I Only Knew Then, What I Know Now
· Part 3:  Making Yourself Valuable to the Organization

In Part 1, Mike will offer invaluable insights into: 

  • The dynamic nature of leadership and
  • Reveal the essential traits and responsibilities that define effective leaders and successful in-house counsel.

Date: 
Thursday, February 20th

Schedule:
11:45 - 12:00 pm - Zoom line open for check-in
12:00 - 1:00 pm - Program

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Thursday, February 20th! 

Opportunities in your career equating to success are rarely happenstance, they're a result of strategic planning and knowing how to accurately portray your professional story.

Join ACC St. Louis on Thursday, January 16 for Program #1 in a 3-part VIRTUAL series.

From cultivating trust among team members to mastering the diverse qualities of exceptional leadership, this series will provide practical strategies for enhancing your effectiveness as a leader, your value to your organization and help you both “survive and thrive” in an in-house environment.

Each webinar will feature Mike Williams, BarkerGilmore Strategic Advisor and Coach and former Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Secretary of Staples Inc.

· Part 1:  Leadership
· Part 2:  If I Only Knew Then, What I Know Now
· Part 3:  Making Yourself Valuable to the Organization

In Part 1, Mike will offer invaluable Leadershp insights into: 

  • The dynamic nature of leadership and
  • Reveal the essential traits and responsibilities that define effective leaders and successful in-house counsel.

Date: 
Thursday, January 16th

Schedule:
11:45 - 12:00 pm - Zoom line open for check-in
12:00 - 1:00 pm - Program

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Thursday, January 16th! 

Join ACC St. Louis and Stinson for a virtual CLE on "FSLA Dangers and Pitfalls in Today's Hybrid Working Environment" on Wednesday, October 23, 2024!

This presentation will explore the recent increase in FLSA class action lawsuits by remote employees including:

  • How the COVID-19 pandemic and cultural shifts influenced the increase,
  • How the Courts and Department of Labor have addressed the issue, and
  • Best practices for organizations to make sure their remote workforce is FLSA compliant.

Schedule:

11:50 - 12:00 CLE Zoom Line Open, Check-In and Speaker Introduction
12:00 - 1:00 Program 

Location: 
Zoom Details to be provided closer to the meeting   

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Wednesday, October 23, 2024!

Please join us for a presentation at the hip and fun House of Cocotte!  The evening will include a panel offering one hour of Elimination of Bias as well as a networking reception where the 2024 Profiles IN Diversity honoree, Kobie Conner, Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs, Netflix Film, will be honored.

Addressing Pregnancy Discrimination and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) in the Sports Industry and Workplace

 In this panel, we will discuss pregnancy discrimination and the significant changes and updates introduced by the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).  Through real-world examples, this panel will also discuss the importance of addressing pregnancy discrimination and implementing accommodations in the sports industry and workforce today.

Sponsored by Ogletree Deakins.

Please join the Diversity & Inclusion Social Justice Committee for "Superstition Explored:  Artful Observation with a Cultural Lens" on Friday, November 1st.

Facilitator Dr. Cathleen Fleck, Ph.D., will use Artful Observation techniques to lead members of the St. Louis chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel through an interactive discussion about how belief in superstition and magic has long reflected basic human concerns about life and death. 

We will use art from cultures of China, Rome, Greece, and the Middle East from ancient to modern times at the Saint Louis Art Museum to explore how superstition echoes aspects of humans’ struggle with our complex world. 

Artful Observation is a project spearheaded by the Saint Louis University Art History Program to establish educational programs based on evidence-based methods about utilizing the visual arts to help students and professionals develop their awareness of issues related to attentiveness, empathy, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

CLE:  1.2 Hours Ethics/Eliimination of Bias

Date:
Friday, November 1, 2024

Event Location:
St. Louis Art Museum
1 Fine Arts Drive
St. Louis, MO  63110
Parking:  On your own in the SLAM garage or on street.

Check-In at main desk: 
3:45 pm
Program:

4:00 - 5:30 pm

This event is free to pre-registered members.

We look forward to seeing you on Friday, November 1st at the St. Louis Art Museum!

During this CLE, you will learn how to be an effective legal voice to your marketing and brand teams as they launch innovative products on a global scale, embrace opportunities in social media, and leverage influencers and endorsements in their marketing initiatives.  The presenters will also address new FTC rules on using reviews and testimonials in marketing and ways to promote brands through sweepstakes and contests.   

Among the topics to be discussed:

  • Scaling a global brand efficiently and on a budget
  • Navigating new FTC regulation banning fake reviews and testimonials
  • Using influencers and endorsements in social media marketing
  • Launching sweepstakes and contests

Speakers:

Christine Au-Yeung, Of Counsel, Wilson Sonsini

Alyssa Worsham, Partner, Wilson Sonsini

Stephanie Hall, Director, Trademark & Brand, Lyft

Agenda:

11:30 am – Registration, Lunch, Networking

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – Program

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