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Joint Decisions: Managing Marijuana in the Workplace

As employers continue to wrestle with multi state compliance issues, the rise of state marijuana legalization laws have provided yet another challenge for employers to navigate. Join us to discuss the ever evolving nature of workplace marijuana issues, including the state of legalization laws and separate but related issues such as disability discrimination/accommodation, workplace safety, and off duty conduct considerations. We will also discuss the topic from a local and regional viewpoint, with an emphasis on the looming challenges for southeastern and Georgia employers.

Earned Sick and Safe Time, NLRB, and Noncompetes
Are you looking for practical ways to comply with Minnesota's new Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law? Are you curious about how recent cases and decisions by the NLRB might affect your business? Would you like a refresher on Minnesota's 2023 noncompete law? This seminar will offer actionable ideas for Minnesota employers to consider as they embark on 2024.

Join Stinson partners Amy Conway, Sharon Markowitz, and Matthew Tews for this timely program and lunch at the Stinson LLP office in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

AGENDA

11:30 AM - 11:45 AM | Check-in

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Buffet lunch and networking

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program presentation

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Networking and departures

 

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.

Validated parking for the 50 South Sixth Street parking garage will be provided.

Thanks to our sponsor, Stinson LLP!

All Day MCLE


ACC is proud to present a day of invaluable programs for San Diego's general counsel community. High-caliber and targeted industry content conveniently scheduled into one day with dual tracks.

Your ticket includes:

  • Two MCLE options each hour - earn specialty credits including Civility, Elimination of Bias, Ethics & Technology
  • Continental breakfast
  • Plated lunch with in-house counsel award presentation
  • Happy Hour with complimentary cocktails and appetizers outside in the Santiago Courtyard

Make a great first impression with a new portrait!
ACC San Diego will be offering complimentary headshots during the event.  A good headshot helps build a credible reputation when hunting for a  job or building your company’s brand identity. Stand out in the crowd  with a professional headshot from Brent Haywood Photography! (ACC members only.)

Downloadable Schedule

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Breakfast
8:30 - 9:30 AM

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Session 1
9:30 - 10:30 AM
New Merger Guidelines and Beyond: Antitrust Update

Speakers:
Brian Boyle   Kevin Berggren   Leonor Velazquez Davila
Brian Boyle, Partner, DLA Piper
Kevin Berggren, Senior Director Legal Counsel, Dexcom
Leonor Velazquez Davila, Associate Director, Ethics and Legal Compliance, Intel Corporation

As US antitrust agencies continue to ramp up pressure on companies across sectors, this session will explore key antitrust developments that every in-house counsel should know.  We will explore changes in merger analysis, information sharing, labor market issues and more.  We will also share tips for in-house counsel to help put their internal clients in the best position possible to respond to antitrust challenges in the future. (1 General Credit)

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Session 2
9:30 - 10:30 AM
Staying Ahead of the Curve: Best Practices for Online and AI-Based Advertising in a Changing Legal Landscape

Speakers:
     
Wynter Deagle, Partner, Sheppard Mullin
Gazal Pour-Moezzi, Partner, Sheppard Mullin
Brittany Walter, Associate, Sheppard Mullin

Join us for an informative session on managing your advertising and content-generation strategy in a changing legal landscape. Our expert panelists will discuss best practices for online and social media advertising from the perspective of consumer privacy issues, IP protection considerations, and required disclosures for AI-generated content. You’ll learn how to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complex legal landscape of online advertising. (1 General Credit)

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Session 3
10:45 - 11:45 AM
Protecting The Company: Critical Developments in Trade Secrets and Restrictive Covenants

Speakers:
Paul Liu         
Paul Liu, ACC San Diego Board Member & General Counsel, PacketFabric
Gretchen Jankowski, Shareholder and Co-Chair, Litigation, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney
Jason Murtagh, Shareholder, Labor & Employment and Office Head, San Diego, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney
Jennifer Oliver, Counsel, Litigation, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney

This panel will discuss the rapid changes in restrictive covenants at the federal and state level, and examine how companies can best navigate these changes to protect their trade secrets and competitive advantages. (1 General Credit)

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Session 4
10:45 - 11:45 AM
M&A Developments in a Demanding Market

Speakers:
Rowook Park   Paul Castor  Sunny CXhng
Rowook Park, Partner, Cooley San Diego
Paul Castor, Vice President, Chief Corporate Counsel , Viasat Inc.
Sunny Chang, Assistant General Counsel, Artiva Biotherapeutics

As the market continues to evolve, companies must stay abreast of opportunities and trends as they plan for their most strategic transactions. This session will cover key topics relevant to today’s deal economy, including a review of regulatory trends, a primer for parties contemplating a sale to a financial sponsor, a closer look at merger of equals transactions, and guidance for companies in an unsolicited approach. (1 General Credit)

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Lunch & In-House Counsel Awards
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

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Session 5
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Preserving the Attorney-Client Privilege: Best Practices & Future Trends

Moderator:
Clare Prober
Clare Prober, Associate, Mintz

Panelists:
Kerime Akoglu   Asal Allipanah   Valerie Phan
Kerime Akoglu, Associate, Mintz
Asal Alipanah, Legal Operations Manager, H.G. Fenton Company
Valerie Phan, Associate, Mintz

An overarching discussion on how the attorney-client privilege is defined and what it covers, and perhaps most importantly what it does not. A review of best practices and common pitfalls, and how emerging technologies and future trends will impact how companies will be required to protect their communications from discovery. (1 Ethics Credit)

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Session 6
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Operationalizing Responsible AI: From Theory to Practice

Speaker:

Peter Stockburger, San Diego Managing Partner, Dentons

In this presentation, we will cut through the noise surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and provide a practical roadmap for organizations of all sizes and sophistication to operationalize the concept of responsible AI. This presentation will delve into the current legal landscape governing the use and deployment of AI, the future of the technology, and provide a detailed overview of how responsible AI can be implemented, using real-world examples of successful (and not so successful) programs. (1 Technology Credit)

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Session 7
2:15 - 3:15 PM
Updates in Government Contracting and Enforcement Initiatives

Speakers:
Adam Braverman   Alex Ward   Teed Bonanno
Adam Braverman, Partner, Morrison & Foerster LLP
Alex Ward, Partner, Morrison & Foerster LLP
Ted Bonanno, Senior Legal Counsel, Relativity Space

Panelists will discuss recent developments and trends for government contractors to watch in cybersecurity, antitrust, False Claims Act enforcement, bid protests, and executive branch authority.  (1 General Credit)

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Session 8
2:15 - 3:15 PM
Legal Needs of Public Companies -  Top 5 Considerations for In-house Counsel

Speaker:
Jenniifer Trowbridge  Aamber Codron
Jennifer Trowbridge, Senior Counsel, Procopio LLP
Amber Condron, Corporate Counsel, Marriott Vacations Worldwide

This program will provide valuable insights for those who are new to public company in-house legal departments and for those who simply hope to learn more about the key legal issues and considerations that public company inhouse counsel must contend with. Examples of just a few of the topics we’ll address include: periodic reporting requirements, shareholders and business leaders as “clients” and managing outside counsel. (1 General Credit)

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Session 9
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Justice Beyond Prejudice:  Eliminating Bias in Corporate Legal Practices

Speakers:
Shannon Finley  Rio Schwarting  
Shannon Finley, Shareholder, Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin
Rio Schwarting, Senior Assistant General Counsel, Employment, Wellpath
Dawn Andrews, Assistant General Counsel - Ethics & Workplace Culture, San Diego Gas & Electric

Implicit bias can negatively affect anyone—both as an offender and victim of prejudice.  It affects our perceptions of others and situations. This presentation delves into the intricate impact of Implicit Bias on in-house counsel operations.  We will touch upon hiring, personnel decisions, and work assignments within corporate legal departments.  This presentation will provide insights into recognizing biases.  You will learn actionable strategies to interrupt Implicit Bias to foster a more diverse and inclusive work environment and enable us to be more mindful and intentional in how we lead and work with the people around us. (1 Elimination of Bias Credit)

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Session 10
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Taking the High Road: Civility in the Legal Profession

Speaker:
Diana Cohen   Michelle Meek    Stephanie Kierig 
Diana Cohen, President, ACC San Diego & General Counsel, Dr. Bronner's
Michelle Meek, Principal, Jackson Lewis
Stephanie Kierig, Associate, Jackson Lewis

Disagreement is an essential part of being an attorney, but many misconceptions about civility exist. During our session, we will take a closer look at what civility means today, review California’s rules regarding civility, and discuss strategies for dealing with incivility in the profession. (1 Civility Credit)

Sponsors

We are pleased to announce the establishment of the new DC Advisory Committee formed to respond to interests for a strong and vibrant ACC in-house network and related activities specific to Washington DC. 

The DC Advisory Committee’s mission is to establish programming and engagement for ACC NCR members in DC and strengthen and advocate for the DC in-house community. 

Please join us for a micro-networking lunch hosted by this newly formed committee. Join us to learn more or socialize and enjoy lunch with other ACC NCR members in the area. 

Attendance will be capped to ensure good conversation. Please check your schedule before registering as hosts will be expecting you!

Attendees will pay for their own meals. Please bring cash to make it easier for the servers.

IMPORTANT UPDATE TO OUR COVID-SAFETY PROCEDURES: The health and safety of all attendees at     our events is of utmost importance to ACC NCR. We strongly encourage all those who attend ACC NCR events to be up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, as defined by the CDC. Please do not attend our events in-person if you are feeling ill or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. If while you are with us you begin to feel ill or experience symptoms associated with COVID-19, we expect that you will promptly leave, or we may ask you to leave. We will continue to monitor the latest guidance from the CDC and local public health agencies as we endeavor to hold safe events.  We will keep registrants and attendees updated on any necessary changes to our event protocols.

 

As we look ahead to 2024, the Financial Services Sub-Committee will hold its next Lunch Circle on February 7, 2024 from 12:30 – 2:00pm. Lunch will be provided. 

As with past lunches, the agenda will consist of crowd-sourced discussion topics submitted by attendees so that we can share ideas and input with each other.  We encourage each attendee to submit at least one topic for discussion.

The details of everything discussed at the Lunch Circle are strictly confidential and subject to Chatham House rules, which will allows for a candid, informative and helpful discussion amongst peers. Our purpose is to maximise input from a broad cross-section of firms across the financial services industry in a safe and confidential setting, and to make the session insightful and valuable.

Join us for a discussion regarding the quickly evolving legal landscape of artificial intelligence.  We will dive into ethical considerations, potential pitfalls, impacts on privilege and confidentiality, and helpful applications of the present available technology.  Further consideration will be given on where artificial intelligence potentially could be developing over the upcoming years.”

JOIN OUR 2024 ACC NCR LAWYERS HAVE HEART TEAM

Saturday, May 18th, 2024

The 34th Lawyers Have Heart 10k, 5k, and Fun Walk will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024. This event will take place in-person and there is also a virtual option. We’d love to have you join our team this year and help us raise funds for the millions of Americans who are affected by heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer worldwide and stroke ranks second globally. Please join our team or donate today and help us change this statistic. The Heart Walk is a time of celebration, joy and inspiration. People unified in support of a single goal: to see a world free of heart disease and stroke. Together, we are a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. 

Register for our team and or make your donation using this link: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=10056&pg=company&company_id=457588

May 13 is the last day to register online.  There will be NO REGISTRATION on the day of the race. 

Visit our FAQ for more Information, including parking, transportation, etc.

 

With no geographic boundaries for virtual participants, we would love for you to recruit your colleagues, family, and friends to join our team. 

All the best,

Your ACC-NCR Lawyers Have Heart Chair – Mitch Bashur

 

 

 

 

 

Are you considering what the next step or transition in your career journey might look like? Join us for an insightful discussion among a panel of current and former in-house counsel who will share their experiences and what it takes to become an effective business partner with a seat at the table. The panelists will discuss their individual careers and lessons learned from various career transitions.

There is something for every level of in-house lawyer in this program. We will address the critical skills needed for successful transitions when you first move in-house from private practice or the government; as your career progresses in-house; and if you desire to move into a business role at your company.  


Sponsored by Garrison Search

Speakers include:

● Aaron Marshall, Senior Corporate Counsel - Northrop Grumman Corp., Mission Systems Sector 

● Ann Stevens, Chief of Staff to the CHRO at Freddie Mac

● Andrea Vavonese, Deputy General Counsel, Peraton

Moderator:

Nancy Palermo, Chief Operating Officer and Head, In-House Practice Group, Garrison Search

 By registering for this ACC NCR event, you acknowledge that you have read ACC NCR’s Code of Conduct for Events and agree to comply with its terms.

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