Events

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled.

The ACC MENA Chapter is delighted to collaborate with CMS Law to celebrate International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March 2024, and warmly invites you to attend the Breakfast Panel “Inspiring inclusion:  furthering gender diversity in the legal profession and beyond”

This event aims to empower and celebrate women leaders within the legal profession in the MENA region. It will be a fantastic opportunity to discuss how societal expectations shape perceptions of effective leadership, the unique challenges women face in attaining leadership roles, and the impact of gender representation on organisational culture and performance.   The panel will share their insights on creating a more inclusive workplace, mentoring future leaders, and navigating career-family balance.

ACCHK is proud to act as a supporting organisation of the ALB Pan Asian Regulatory and Anti-Corruption Compliance Summit 2024, which will be held on March 19 at the Kowloon Shangri-La.

The Summit is a unique platform where regulators, financial institutions, non-financial businesses from various industries, law enforcement, academia, and relevant stakeholders come together to deepen partnership in the fight against financial crime.

As a supporting organisation, ACCHK has received complimentary passes for use by our members.

Check out the event website for more information on speakers, agenda of key topics.

The Community Service Committee has partnered with the Friends of the W&OD to organize a trail clean-up on the W&OD in Arlington, VA. 

We will meet at the Columbia Pike Park & Ride lot (4850 10th St S, Arlington, VA 22204) and will clean the section of trail that runs from Columbia Pike to S George Mason Dr.  

Volunteers of all ages are welcome, including families and friends of ACC NCR members.  Volunteers should bring their own gloves and should dress in clothes appropriate for picking up trash from in and around the thick brush that lines the trail (orange trash bags and a limited number of “grabbers” will be available for volunteer use).       

Following the clean-up (between 10:00 – 10:30), we have planned a friendly 10-mile “no-drop” bike ride to Gravelly Point, ending at Best Buns in Shirlington for some post-ride treats!  

Please feel free to contact Ben Lindorf (blindorf@ida.org) with any questions about the event. 

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.

Every nonprofit has an exempt purpose. Activity not in line with that purpose can cause your organization problems. Is your nonprofit prepared to navigate the upcoming election season? Join us for a dynamic program that will equip your c3 or c4 with the knowledge and tools to negotiate the complex landscape of federal lobbying regulations, potential state and local lobbying compliance, and complex ethical considerations.

Discover:

·  How to confidently identify and avoid potential pitfalls related to lobbying and campaign laws.

·  Practical strategies to ensure your organization's activities remain aligned with its exempt purpose.

·  Valuable insights on ethical considerations for nonprofits during the election season.

Presented by Fred Dombo, Chair of the Government Relations and Regulation Practice Group at Nossaman LLP and Katie Cole, Chief Legal Officer at The Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Join attorneys from Washington, DC’s Cassidy Levy Kent who will provide an update on recent international trade law and policy developments, and will consider what lies ahead in this Presidential election year.  We will cover trade policy developments such as U.S. border enforcement of forced labor prohibitions, China 301 tariffs, initiatives linking trade and climate/sustainability, and trade legislation creating private rights of action to enforce Customs duties, enhanced outbound investment review, and enforcement tools for CFIUS.    

Registration                 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lunch:                           1:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.   
Program:                      12:00 p.m. to  1:00 p.m.

This program has been preapproved for one hour of PA substantive CLE credit.

With companies facing cash crunches and difficulties in raising capital amidst soaring interest rates, there's a pressing need for innovative approaches to debt restructuring without resorting to bankruptcy. This session will delve into the evolving landscape of debt transactions and explore practical solutions for companies seeking to navigate these challenges while securing vital capital and credit.

Amidst the backdrop of a dynamic economic environment marked by postponed investments during the Covid era, businesses now grapple with the urgency of accessing capital amidst steep interest rates and the imperative to restructure costly debt arrangements.

Join us for an insightful discussion on:

· The shifting dynamics of debt restructuring in a high-interest-rate environment

· Strategies for companies to secure capital and credit while avoiding bankruptcy

· Innovative approaches to debt transactions and restructuring arrangements

· Practical insights for companies seeking financial stability amidst economic uncertainty

Presented by Mark R Owens and David Hall, Partners at Barnes & Thornburg LLP and Katie Stenberg, Assistant General Counsel for Rogers Group, Inc.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

ACC NCR and the EchoStar | Hughes Legal Department are seeking volunteers to participate in our annual Street Law program at Clarksburg High School in Clarksburg, Maryland.    

Volunteers are needed for:

· 1 of 4 classroom visits* at Clarksburg HS to teach basic concepts for one of two topics - Contracts or Advertising (approx. 50 minutes of class time; materials will be provided); and 

· Interactive Conference Workshop, 8:15 am – 1 pm on Thursday, April 18 at Hughes Network Systems, 11717 Exploration Lane, Germantown, MD 20876 to assist a group of students in using the skills and knowledge they acquired during the classroom visit in mock negotiations and mock trials. (Lunch will be served.)

We need 8 volunteers for the classroom sessions (2 volunteers per class) and 10-12 volunteers for the interactive conference workshop.  Ideally, volunteers would participate in both a classroom visit and the interactive conference workshop, but you may volunteer for only one.    

*Note:  We are targeting the first two weeks of April for classroom visits. We will follow up with those expressing interest to schedule the visits.  

To participate, register no later than Tuesday, March 26.  

All aboard the annual ACCHK junk boat outing!

Join us to catch up with fellow in-house counsel and make new connections whilst enjoying an informal BBQ and drinks on board.

Wednesday, 17 April 2024

6:45 pm – 10:30 pm

Junk will depart from and return to Pier 9, Central

Members may bring one guest (must be in-house counsel) each but spaces are limited so please respond early.

We look forward to seeing you on board!