Events

Join us for a review of one of the biggest years in data privacy and cybersecurity, as regulators have increased the stakes of privacy enforcement with new laws, new regulatory actions and new presidential decrees impacting privacy against a backdrop of AI-fueled seismic shifts in both public and private sectors. We will break down the state of data privacy compliance and cybersecurity going into 2026, analyzing noteworthy updates such as:

• Trends in incident response: cybersecurity threats, insider threats, and investigations.
• Updates in privacy and data protection: From US states to the EU and beyond.
• Emerging AI best practices (and mistakes): Will regulations help? 
• Innovative security regulations: The CMMS final rule, PADFAA, and the Bulk Data Rule (Data Security Program (DSP)). 
• Trends in privacy litigation and strategies to avoid becoming the next target.
  

Presented by Evan Wolff, Partner at Akin and Rita Heimes, Senior Counsel at Akin, together with Erica Bomsey, Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Leidos. Moderated by Tony Pierce, DC Partner-in-Charge at Akin.

2.0 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

You are invited to attend our February CLE- in-person at Paesanos Lincoln Heights or via Zoom. Our friends at Dykema are bringing us a presentation entitled "It’s a Match! General Counsel Priorities and Concerns Shaping 2026".

As legal departments look ahead to 2026, general counsel are balancing risk, strategy, and the needs of the business they support. In this Valentine’s-themed panel, experienced general counsels share what’s capturing their attention, what they’re committing to, and what they’re ready to leave behind. Topics will include emerging risks, regulatory and litigation trends, technology, and how in-house legal teams can continue to be indispensable business partners.

Please feel free to pass this invitation on to other individuals within in your organization who would like to learn more about this topic!

CLE Program:

The 2026 Workplace Outlook: What In-House Counsel Needs to Know

Description:

The 2026 Workplace Outlook: What In-House Counsel Need to Know Now: This one-hour program will provide an at-a-glance view of the forces shaping the workplace in 2026, from key labor and employment developments to broader economic trends affecting employers. Rather than drilling into a fixed list of topics, the session highlights what in-house counsel should be watching, where risk and opportunity may shift, and how evolving conditions could influence strategic decision-making. Attendees will walk away with a practical, high-level framework to guide planning and conversations inside their organizations.

Agenda:

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

12:00 - 1:00 PM CLE Program

Additional Information:

1.0 hours of General CLE credit in Tennessee (Approval Pending).

Parking:

Park in the large lot in front of the corporate office.

Vinings area members, ACC Georgia Past-President Anne Kamosso & Board member Veronica Davis invite you to join them for breakfast at Another Broken Egg Café in Vinings on Thursday, Feb. 5. There’s no agenda except to get to know some of your local members and have some fun.

We’re capping attendance at 10 to keep the small group vibe.  Attendees’ breakfast is on the Chapter, but you must register in advance below. See you on Feb. 5!

While we understand that some "no shows" are unavoidable, if you need to cancel, we ask for 48 hours’ notice to georgia@accglobal.com.

The Quarles Team would like to invite ACC members who are new to the in-house community (five years or less) to join Quarles associates at the 2026 Waste Management Phoenix Open in the Quarles 16 Skybox on Tuesday, February 3rd. Plan to join Quarles associates and their guests for a fun day in the suite with complimentary food and beverages while we watch the PGA practice round.  

We are offering two tickets per ACC AZ member company. We encourage you to RSVP early, as only 25 tickets are available, and they'll be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP through the ACC AZ Chapter link above with the names of both guests, their company, and the best mailing address to receive your two tickets. We will UPS your tickets to the designated address.

Then, make your way to the storied 16th hole for a fun day on the links! Gates open at 7 a.m. while hospitality venues open at 9 a.m. We hope to see you there!

You must RSVP by Tuesday, January 20 to allow time for shipping.

Quarles Hosts:

Mitchell Anderson
Associate
Phoenix 

Jack Contrera
Associate
Phoenix

Sargina Desargones
Associate
Phoenix 

Kylie Horne
Associate
Phoenix

Matt Lubisich
Associate
Phoenix 

Anthony Pusateri
Associate
Phoenix

Jason Wood
Partner, Phoenix Office Managing Partner
Phoenix

Parking, Rideshare, and Entry

Public Parking Lots at WestWorld – Parking Map
Lot A (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
Lot B (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
Lot C (WestWorld) is open Monday through Sunday and is located in the WestWorld area.
These lots are accessed via the WestWorld area near Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Thompson Peak Parkway, Pima Road, Bell Road, and surrounding streets.

Rideshare, Taxis, and Stop & Drop
Lot R is designated for rideshare vehicles, taxis, and passenger drop-off and pick-up. Lot R is accessed from Pima Road and should be used for all stop-and-drop activity instead of public parking lots.

Salt River Fields Remote Parking
Lot SRF (Salt River Fields at Talking Stick) is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This location is approximately 7.6 miles south of TPC Scottsdale.
Northbound traffic should exit Loop 101 at McDonald Drive.
Southbound traffic should exit Loop 101 at Pima Road and 90th Street.
Free shuttle service is available from this location to the tournament site.

Entrances and Checkpoints
Access to the tournament site is provided through the Main Entrance, Hayden Entrance, and Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Golf Entrance.
Checkpoints are in place throughout the area and must be passed before entering designated zones. Certain roads and private areas are closed to event guest traffic and should not be used.
Click here to view additional parking information.

WMPO Bag Policy

No opaque bags larger than 6″x 6″ x 6” (including carrying cases, backpacks, camera bags, or chair bags) are permitted through the gates. No clear, plastic, vinyl, or other carry items larger than 12″x 6″ x 12″ are permitted through the gates. Clear Tote Bags, plastic, vinyl, or other carry items larger than 12”x 6”x 12” will NOT be permitted.
For more information, please visit PGA TOUR Prohibited Items.

Questions?
Please contact Meg Smeck, meg.smeck@quarles.com or Cathy Bookout, c.bookout@accglobal.com.

ACC TN & Practice Area Sponsor Lawyers on Demand, a Consilio Company invites you to join us for a Social Event. 

Description:

Join ACC TN and Practice Area Sponsor Lawyers on Demand, a Consilio Company for a Social Event at The Sanctuary Golf and Social Club with golf, great food, cold drinks, and even better company hosted by Consilio. We look forward to seeing you there!

ACC TN members, as well as any in-house attorneys interested in learning more about ACC TN, are welcome to attend.

Time:

 5:00 - 7:00 PM CST.

Location:

The Sanctuary Golf & Social Club

8114 Isabella Lane

Brentwood, TN 37027

Join us for an informal cocktail reception sponsored by Merchant & Gould. This relaxed gathering offers an opportunity to connect with colleagues and enjoy light refreshments in a casual setting.