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Once thought of as the stuff of amateurish virtual games, futuristic movies and imaginary science fiction, engaging in business in a virtual world or a metaverse is close enough to mainstream reality to mandate that we consider its consequences. Described as a shared, online, three-dimensional space where people can live, work, interact and connect virtually, these platforms pose incredible opportunities but also unending legal risks.

Join us for a 90 minute session where we will walk through a hypothetical example and have an interactive discussion about the legal issues that can arise. For example…

• Are you reviewing your strategy for IP registration and protection in a global, virtual world — including if and where you register your trademarks?
• How do you plan to manage the collection of personal data, and can it be monetized?
• What do you foresee as your key revenue drivers/business model in a virtual environment? Have you considered which IP you may license for NFTs and the terms of such licenses?
• With increased network security requirements by regulators, expanding vectors of attack and the heightened sophistication of cyberattacks, have you revisited your cybersecurity policy and data incident procedures recently?
• Have you created specific terms and conditions to govern interactions with business customers and individual consumers using your products/services?

Speakers:
Cynthia Cole, Partner, Baker McKenzie

Teresa Michaud, Partner, Baker McKenzie

Elaine Dai, Director & Associate General Counsel, Reality Labs at Meta

Agenda:

11:30 am – Registration, Lunch, Networking

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – Program

Parking:

Complimentary parking is available on-site.

Join us as we celebrate our 20th year of the Corporate Scholars Program. This diversity pipeline program places local law students in paid internships with legal departments, providing meaningful exposure to in-house practice. Over 20 years, nearly 200 Scholars have worked at more than 80 host legal departments.  Join us as we celebrate the the Class of 2023 and this longstanding program.

We plan to be on the rooftop for the evening unless the weather does not cooperate. Great networking and conversation will abound!  

Annual Relationship Sponsors are invited and encouraged to attend. The number of representatives you may register depends on your sponsorship level. To determine the number of tickets applicable for your level, visit ACC National Capital Region - Sponsor Options. To verify your organization’s level, click here.

 *All attendees are required to comply with ACC NCR's COVID-19 Duty of Care.

Registration is now closed, but limited space for ACC NYC Chapter walk-in registrations will be available on site.   

Get ready for a Law-Law-palooza this May 10th at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square! Join the ACC for the 2023 General Counsel Toolkit, a full day on the issues in-house counsel face today. Six CLE credits, including Ethics, Privacy, and Diversity. 

Mingle with industry experts and in-house colleagues during our networking breakfast, lunch, and cocktail hour featuring a full open bar and nacho station. Top it off with sponsor giveaways and wine bottle raffles** throughout the day.

Don't miss this chance to gain new insights, build lasting connections in the NYC legal community, and stay ahead of the curve in today's ever-changing legal landscape. Register now to secure your spot!

 ** Wine bottle raffles only eligible for in-house counsel present at time of drawing. 

Click here to view the ACC-NYC financial aid policy

ACC NCR 2023 Lawyers Have Heart Team

Train with Us! 

Join us for our first training run/walk meet up on April 16th at 7:00 AM. This is a great opportunity to connect and prepare for this year’s race and enjoy time together. All paces are welcome, and you can choose your distance. 

We will meet at the Iwo Jima Memorial. Look for Laura Murray or Nicholle Pitera standing near the memorial. There is parking available at Iwo Jima, as well as along N. Meade Street. There are restrooms and Porta Johns near the Memorial.

Below are a few route options that you can follow:

Full route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444292352/

(3.58 miles)

5k Route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/544428911

(3.1 miles)

Alternate shorter route from Iwo Jima to Roosevelt Island: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444290048

(2.53 miles)

This route is a shorter distance for those who want to run along the route starting at Iwo Jima to Roosevelt Island.

10K route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444307883/

(6.21 miles)

This route is for anyone who is interested in running a 10k. You would turn right onto the Mount Vernon Trail where others turn left and continue for another 1.55 miles.  

Register for our 2022 ACC NCR team at: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/FDA-FoundersAffiliate?team_id=762067&pg=team&fr_id=8253

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 – Laura Murray

*All attendees are required to comply with ACC NCR's COVID-19 Duty of Care.

Join us at The REACH, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and hear from our panel of senior AAPI in-house counsel who reflect upon their legal careers.  Attendees will hear from  our distinguished panel of senior AAPI in-house counsel as they reflect  upon their career journeys, leadership styles, and the importance  mentorship. 

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Deborah Ben-Canaan will moderate a discussion among:

• Aswathi “Ash” Zachariah – General Counsel of the Kennedy Center;
• Shamir Patel – Deputy General Counsel of Guidehouse; and 
• Micki Chen – Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Verizon Global Networks and Technology.

Plan to stay at this lovely venue to enjoy a networking reception hosted by Wiley Rein LLP. Don’t delay reserving your place as space is limited. 

We will try to gather a group to stay to see Shear Madness at 5 PM at the Kennedy Center.  Let us know if you are interested and we will include you in the reduced-price group rate.

3-4 PM Fireside Chat
4-5 PM Networking Reception hosted by Wiley Rein LLP
5 PM – Optional viewing of Shear Madness! 

*All attendees are required to comply with ACC NCR's COVID-19 Duty of Care.

ACC NCR 2023 Lawyers Have Heart Team

Train with Us! 

Join us for our first training run/walk meet up on May 7th at 7:00 AM. This is a great opportunity to connect and prepare for this year’s race and enjoy time together. All paces are welcome, and you can choose your distance. 

We will meet at the Iwo Jima Memorial. Look for Laura Murray or Nicholle Pitera standing near the memorial. There is parking available at Iwo Jima, as well as along N. Meade Street. There are restrooms and Porta Johns near the Memorial.

Below are a few route options that you can follow:

Full route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444292352/

(3.58 miles)

5k Route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/544428911

(3.1 miles)

Alternate shorter route from Iwo Jima to Roosevelt Island: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444290048

(2.53 miles)

This route is a shorter distance for those who want to run along the route starting at Iwo Jima to Roosevelt Island.

10K route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5444307883/

(6.21 miles)

This route is for anyone who is interested in running a 10k. You would turn right onto the Mount Vernon Trail where others turn left and continue for another 1.55 miles.  

Register for our 2022 ACC NCR team at: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/FDA-FoundersAffiliate?team_id=762067&pg=team&fr_id=8253

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 – Laura Murray

*All attendees are required to comply with ACC NCR's COVID-19 Duty of Care.

Join DLA Piper and ACC San Diego for an exclusive event at the San Diego Yacht Club!

Enjoy food, cocktails and sunset views

Dress code:  no tank tops, t-shirts, jeans, or board shorts allowed

Parking:  parking is member first. Parking is not guaranteed for non-member guest. Valet service is not permitted for any private function.

Program: 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Networking Reception: 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Part 1: Latest Developments in Privacy Law - What’s Happening Now & What to Expect in the Near Future

This session will provide a comprehensive review of the current state of the global privacy and cybersecurity landscape and will feature an overview of changes in California, including new regulations and the status of enforcement, potential for federal privacy legislation and what that might look like, and an overview of the recent activity by government agencies and what they have been doing to fill the void of a lack of federal privacy legislation. (1 MCLE credit)

Speakers:
Chris Ghazarian, General Counsel, DreamHost
Elaine Harwell, Partner & Privacy Officer, Procopio LLP

Join us on June 8th for Part 2: How Companies Should Navigate Increasing Privacy and Cybersecurity Complexity
Click here to register.

Program: 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Networking Reception: 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Part 2 – How Companies Should Navigate Increasing Privacy and Cybersecurity Complexity

This session will focus on the practical approach companies can take to meet their regulatory privacy obligations, protect themselves from challenging litigation, and develop a flexible privacy program that will adapt to the everchanging landscape.  We will review the recent spate of FTC cybersecurity enforcement actions and the lessons learned that will help companies develop an actionable plan to mitigate and reduce both privacy and cybersecurity risks at the company. (1 MCLE credit)

Speakers:
Nick Ginger, Privacy Counsel, City National Bank
Elaine Harwell, Partner & Privacy Officer, Procopio LLP

Corporate counsel are often tasked with negotiating, finalizing, and managing contracts of all shapes and sizes.  While the deal-specific terms are often the focus, “boilerplate” provisions can have significant impacts on risk allocation, damages exposure, likelihood of recovery, leverage, and insurance coverage when a dispute arises.  In this program, two litigators will lead a discussion about practical and strategic considerations in drafting and evaluating clauses governing limitations of liability, indemnity, dispute resolution, and insurance, and other so-called “boilerplate” provisions that should not be overlooked.

Speakers:
Carly Alameda, Partner, Farella Braun + Martel

Amy Briggs, Partner, Farella Braun + Martel

Agenda:

11:30 am  Registration, Lunch, Networking

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm  Program

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm  Q&A