Events

Program:

The Right to Repair Movement: My Gut Says "Yes" - But Is that Correct?

Description:

The Right to Repair movement is gaining broad, bipartisan support across the country. This movement aims to unlock sophisticated coding and diagnostic information needed for the aftermarket repair or modification of goods used in consumer and commercial settings, including cell phones, computers, cars, medical devices, and industrial agricultural equipment, among countless others. Supporters include the President of the United States, the FTC, members of Congress, and at least 27 state legislatures where bill have been introduced or enacted. Please join us for a discussion of this growing national topic.

Agenda:

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Check-In / Lunch

12:00 - 1:00 PM CLE Program

Additional Information

Pending approval for 1 Hour CLE Credit in TN and GA.

This presentation will focus on new and emerging issues in government contracts claims and disputes, including traps for the unwary regarding jurisdiction and statutes of limitations, as well as issues related to prime-subcontractor disputes.

Among other things, the panelists will address (1) key considerations for contractors when preparing Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA) and claims; (2) takeaways from recent case law addressing what constitutes a claim under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) versus an REA, including common pitfalls when preparing claims, and (3) considerations related to prime-subcontractor disputes, including choice of law, dispute settlement, and teaming agreements. 

The forensic accountant panelist will also discuss best practices related to identifying and collecting evidence of costs in litigation.  Attendees will learn about the latest legal developments related to claims and disputes involving government contracts and take away practical considerations and strategies to reduce risks and efficiently manage disputes.

Presented by Seth Locke and Alexander Canizares, Partners at Perkins Coie, Patrick Jensen, Partner at HKA, and Nina Samuels, Associate General Counsel at Booz Allen Hamilton.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

 Agenda:

12:00 - 12:30 pm - Lunch and networking (in-person)

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm - Panel Presentation (in-person and via webcast)

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to ban almost all post-employment non-compete agreements and the FTC is expected to vote on a final rule in 2024. The May 30, 2023 National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Guidance opines that most non-competes for non-supervisors violate federal law. Numerous states have proposed or are proposing legislation to ban non-competes, such as the Minnesota law going into effect on July 1, 2023. These laws also interplay with the Defend Trade Secrets Act, unfair competition laws as well as antitrust concerns. This CLE will explain the competing business, employee, and governmental interests related to non-competes with a focus on how businesses should best prepare for the current and upcoming changes. We will discuss best practices that companies should follow now regarding restrictive covenants, including non-competes and non-solicitation agreements.

Presented by Carrie Amezcua, Counsel, and Jaime Tuite, Shareholder, at Buchanan, Ingersoll and Rooney and Michael Robic, Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Highmark Health.

 

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Join ACC MN colleagues for a late-afternoon CLE program in the West Metro on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.

From Promise to Performance: The Journey to Privacy Excellence with the Compliance Trifecta

In today's rapidly changing regulatory landscape, compliance is more important than ever. But simply promising to comply with regulations isn’t enough - organizations must take action to ensure that their policies and practices align with their promises. This is where the Compliance Trifecta - say it, do it, prove it - comes in.

In this session, you will learn how to operationalize your privacy program and take your compliance efforts from promise to performance. Our expert speakers will guide you through the critical components of the Compliance Trifecta. You will gain a deeper understanding of each component and how they work together to form the foundation of a strong and effective and defensible privacy Program.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of the Compliance Trifecta: say it, do it, prove it
• Understanding the cornerstones of privacy compliance
• How to operationalize your privacy program and take your compliance efforts from promise to performance
• Strategies for navigating the complex and ever-changing landscape of privacy regulations.
• Real-world examples of organizations that have successfully implemented the Compliance Trifecta in their privacy programs.

Join us for this informative and entertaining session and learn how you can put the compliance trifecta to work for your organization!

Presenters:

• Rebecca Perry, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Exterro
• Linnea Solem, CEO and Founder, Solem Risk Partners
• Eran Kahana, Counsel, Maslon LLP, and Fellow, Stanford Law School

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.

Convenient free parking abounds in the lot outside the program's venue, BLVD Kitchen & Bar in Minnetonka.

Thanks to our sponsor, Exterro!

When a company announces the sale, purchase, or restructuring of a business unit or entity, a company’s supplier contracts and contract practices will come into focus for large-scale analysis and remediation. Multiple stakeholders involved in the contracting process will be pulled out of their daily routine to prepare information on the Company’s Contracts. This session will focus on the legal department’s role in that process and how to prepare for a transaction or restructuring before it is announced or even contemplated. 

 
Registration & Lunch:    11:30 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.

In today’s fast-moving environment, companies must plan for the next crisis or risk falling behind. A corporate crisis can unfold over the course of a few hours on social media and rapidly generate media attention, litigation, state and federal regulatory inquiries, and—quite often—an “invitation” to testify before Congress. In this webinar we will discuss practical steps to prevent and prepare for a potential crisis.

This includes:

· Assessing potential risks to your organization and taking steps to minimize those risks;

· Preparing for the unexpected, including designating a cross-functional rapid response team;

· Creating a plan for consistent internal and external communications—even as fact development is ongoing; and

· Navigating investigations and parallel proceedings.

· Guidance on maintaining attorney-client privilege, or planning ahead for selective waiver of privilege 

· Role of in-house counsel in a crisis – is legal the quarterback of the offense, or just one of numerous players

Presented by Ed O’Callaghan and Alyssa DaCunha, Partners at WilmerHale and Todd Aman, Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary at FiscalNote.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Join ACC St. Louis and the Pro Bono Committee for summer happy hour to learn more about the ACC St. Louis Chapter goals and activities of the Pro Bono Committee on Thursday, June 15th, at 5:30 PM!

Your event host, the Pro Bono Committee—will talk about 2023 past and upcoming pro bono activities!

Many activities are planned for 2023 and the Committee is also looking for new ideas and connections to the community.  We hope you will come and share your experiences and enthusiasm with ACC St. Louis.

Schedule:      5:30 - 7:30 pm

Location:      Felix's Pizza Pub      6401 Clayton Ave.      St. Louis, MO   63139  We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a later date. We apologize for the inconvenience.

According to a recent survey from the Society for Human Resource Management, the share of employers offering paid parental leave beyond what is required by law dropped to 35% in 2022, down from 53% in 2020. In contrast, studies also show that parental leave benefits are crucial to recruiting and retaining employees and can contribute to increased employee morale and well-being.

As companies strive to be competitive in what continues to be a challenging labor market, they should review the parental leave benefits offered, the required procedures for implementing such policies, and managers' understanding of how to support employees in conjunction with such policies.

Attendees will learn:

· Overview of the patchwork of state and federal laws covering pregnancy and parental rights

· Best practices and practical tips for employers regarding pregnancy and parental leave

· Common challenges pregnant employees and new parents face in the workplace and possible solutions

Speakers:

Bryn Goodman, Partner, Fox Rothschild LLP

Jeanne Silberman, Director of HR; Deputy General Counsel, Ogden CAP Properties, LLC

Melissa Stannard, Director and Counsel, Credit Suisse

CLE:

1 CLE Credit (NY) // Professional Practice (for non-transitional, experienced attorneys only)

This event is FREE for ACC NYC Chapter Members and Prospective Members (must be in-house counsel). Registration required.

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Program: 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Networking Reception: 6:00 - 6:30 pm

In this session we will:   

• Provide clarity on where corporate initiatives and regulations regarding ESG and diversity currently stand 
• Explore how companies can more effectively address impermissible bias and historical injustice while navigating emerging developments around discrimination and harassment claims 
• Discuss how companies' use of their corporate cultures in the context of creating greater belonging among team members can provide stronger compliance and long-term value  

(1 Elimination of Bias credit)

Speakers:
Sarah Fortt, Partner, Latham & Watkins

The current FTC enforcement landscape is more aggressive than ever under the leadership of Chair Lina Khan. In an attempt to crack down on corporate power, the agency is targeting and challenging merger activity by issuing second requests and filing merger enforcement actions in cases that would have received little scrutiny under past administrations. In this environment, it has become important to comprehend the evolving landscape of merger regulations and review current M&A strategies.

We cordially invite you to a discussion where we will delve into our first-hand experience at trial against the FTC in its attempt to push the envelope in one such case—the effort to preliminarily enjoin Meta Platform’s acquisition of Within Unlimited, Inc. During this presentation, we will also scrutinize the repercussions of the FTC's loss in this case for the broader M&A landscape. Furthermore, we aim to equip participants with robust strategies to navigate transactions in the current dynamic M&A environment. This event represents a unique opportunity to glean strategic insights and enhance your understanding of the contemporary regulatory landscape.

Presented by Michael Moiseyev and Eric Hochstadt, Antitrust Partners at Weil and Barbara Blank, Director & Associate General Counsel, Competition & Regulatory at Meta Platforms.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.