Events

Join ACC St. Louis and  Amundsen Davis for the ACC STL CLE:   How Not to Get Fired as Corporate Counsel on Wednesday, April 3rd!

From ethical factors to privilege considerations to product liability to preserving your work product, this session will address various elements to “CYA” in a manner that is beneficial to both you and your company.  As guardians of the businesses you serve, in-house counsel missteps have a domino effect.  

Join us for an analysis of several real life scenarios as to the risks that can easily be overlooked while focusing on the more technical elements of your role as in-house counsel. 

Schedule:
11:40 - 11:45 am - Zoom Link Open for CLE Check-In and speaker Introductions
11:45 - 1:00 pm - CLE Program 

Location: 
Zoom link to be sent separately

We look forward to seeing you VIRTUALLY on Wednesday, April 3rd!

The historic Minneapolis Club is the backdrop for this ACC MN CLE program on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. You'll want to arrive in time for the delicious breakfast beforehand.

The Substantial Burden of Religious Accommodation and What to Expect from the Federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)

Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorney Mike Moberg for a discussion on accommodations. The United States Supreme Court has clarified the undue hardship burden after 46 years but did not provide detailed specifics about what will be needed to establish undue hardship, leaving plenty of room for arguments in pending litigation. However, it did provide clues to help employers design their internal process going forward. We will clarify what this means for employers both legally and practically. 

Additionally, we will discuss PWFA and the practical impact the regulations will have on employers as they handle accommodation requests. We will touch on topics such as the types of conditions and circumstances included under the umbrella of “pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions,” how long an employer must excuse an employee from performing essential functions and what your HR team, managers and supervisors need to know about how the EEOC views their obligations.

AGENDA

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Attendee check-in and buffet breakfast

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking and departures

Validated parking is available in the ramp adjacent to the Minneapolis Club. 

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, Jackson Lewis!

Every company regulated by our government needs to plan for changes in the public policy agenda that will most certainly follow the election, regardless of who is the winner. Also, activity related to the election in the time leading up to it can bring both reputational and compliance risks. The program will include anticipated changes to legislative and regulatory agendas as well as insights about managing reputational and compliance risks associated with the election which could impact companies.

Presented by The Honorable Christopher Carney, Senior Policy Advisor, and Fred Dombo, Partner Chair of the Government Relations and Regulation Practice Group at Nossaman LLP and Karen Yankosky, Deputy General Counsel, Compliance at DocuSign.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Federal government service contracts and construction contracts have long been subject to special prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements under the Service Contract Labor Standards statute and the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (SCA and DBRA).  The compliance issues for both regulations are varied and complex and go beyond simply paying prevailing wages and fringe benefits.

The past year also has brought a number of notable developments that contractors will need to navigate. As examples, the DBRA implementing regulations were substantially revised for the first time in forty years and the Biden Administration is reinstituting Service Contract Act “Non-Displacement of Qualified Worker” requirements. Also, a recent final rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to require Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) on major federal construction projects when the estimated total cost to the government is $35 million or more–though the PLA mandate is being challenged in federal court.

In addition to the costs, PLAs also come with operational challenges while negotiating or implementing other terms of these collective bargaining agreements.  Federal contractor minimum wage requirements under the Executive Order 14026 are being challenged in multiple legal actions as well.

Our panel will provide a recap of the fundamental requirements and an update on recent developments. In addition, our panel will discuss tips and lessons learned in managing SCA and DBA obligations in government contracts. 

Presented by Dan Ramish, Counsel in Haynes Boone’s Government Contracts Group, Adam Sencenbaugh, Partner in Haynes Boone’s Labor and Employment Group, Hillary Ghent, Assistant General Counsel at DAVIS Construction and Nickole Winnett, VP, Assistant General Counsel at Amentum Services, Inc.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Do you think of yourself as someone who would do pro bono but you haven't gotten involved yet? Do you have questions about what counts as pro bono and whether you have a professional responsibility to volunteer? Are you looking for an easy, low-risk way to do pro bono as an in-house attorney? 

Crista Gantz, Director of Access to Legal Services at the Virginia State Bar will answer these questions and more! 

Join us for a 1-hour Ethics CLE Providing Access to Justice: Rule 6.1 Pro Bono - the “Why?” and the “How?” for the Organized Bar. In addition to learning the basics of our pro bono rule, you’ll get a sneak peek at the Virginia State Bar’s online pro bono question-and-answer portal – a convenient, anonymous, and easy way to engage in pro bono for Virginians in need. 

Our GC and Senior Counsel members are invited to join us for a special Suhoor event hosted by the Association of Corporate Counsel MENA chapter and Thomson Reuters! This is your chance to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and unwind in the spirit of Ramadan.

Come prepared for engaging conversations and delightful cuisine, and an enriching experience for all.

RSVP today to secure your spot and get ready for an evening filled with meaningful connections. We can't wait to share this special occasion with you!

Join Jackson Lewis PC and ACC Central Florida for our annual conference at the Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts. Attendees will enjoy lunch, panel discussions and quick hit legal updates on the latest employment law issues, capped off with a rooftop cocktail reception. 

In-House attendees are invited to bring a human resources colleague as your guest. Credits pending for: CLE, HRCI and SHRM. Topics include:

• Current and future trends on hiring and employee retention. 
• Recent Rules - DOL white collar exemption and IC new rule 
• Case study: Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act 
• Update: What has been Happening on the Labor Front 
• Panel Discussion: Challenges to DEI initiatives 
• Supreme Court Update- What to Watch 
• Let’s Hear from Attendees- Review of Questions Submitted Pre-Conference 

Let's Fiesta!   

Join ACC St. Louis for a Cinco de Mayo themed Tequila Tasting Event on Wednesday, April 24th, hosted by Hiatus Tequila Hiatus Tequila - A Smooth and Flavorful Mexican Tequila. 

Enjoy a tequila tasting menu provided by Rosalita's Cantina, along with a signature cocktail and yummy snacks that compliment the tequila!

Network with your ACC St. Louis colleagues, win gift cards and celebrate and sample with Hiatus Tequila!

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Wednesday, April 24th at Rosalita's Cantina!

Schedule:
5:30 -7:30 pm  

Location:
Rosalita's Cantina
12796 Manchester Rd.
Des Peres, MO  63131