Events

More and more today’s lawyers do two things terribly wrong. They fail to account for and try to co-opt the strengths of their opponent’s case, believing their evidence will simply overwhelm the other side’s. Second, they do not tailor their trial presentation for the way juries’ think, which is in terms of gut justice and finding the ‘true story’ of what really happened. Instead, today’s lawyers think of trial like a debate where each side tries to ‘score points’ and the side with the most points wins. This is not how juries think. These two mistakes can spell catastrophe at trial. This CLE identifies red flags for in-house counsel to look out for that show their outside counsel are going down the wrong path in preparing the case for trial and how to achieve a course correction.

You are invited to attend our June CLE luncheon- in-person at Paesanos Lincoln Heights or via Zoom.

As focus shifts away from COVID-19, companies now confront a changed legal landscape under the employee-friendly Biden Administration with a noted uptick in the aggressiveness of various federal agencies.  The NLRB, EEOC, and DOL announced their intention to team up in combatting retaliation against employees, while the DOJ and FTC are targeting restrictive covenants, wage theft and misclassification cases. In addition to reviewing agency developments, Ogletree attorneys Larry Smith and Tiffany Cox Stacy will provide an update on key employment law developments both at the federal and state level, including issues of sexual harassment, arbitration agreements, and pay equity/transparency, as well as on recent court decisions.

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

The presentation will focus on the state of arbitration in California, particularly the enforceability of mandatory arbitration agreements and the litigation surrounding which matters can be compelled to arbitration and which claims cannot be compelled.  We will discuss class action wavers, PAGA – Viking River Cruise, AB 51, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021, and CCP §§ 1281.97-1281.99 concerning arbitration fees and costs. 

Summer Evening on the Terrace:  Privacy Panel & Reception

 After months of virtual meetings, we are excited to invite you to kick-off the summer joining your nonprofit colleagues for a reception on the rooftop to catch-up with acquaintances and friends and to meet new ones.  We will start this gathering with a conversation among nonprofit in-house attorneys sharing personal experiences with developing and maintaining privacy programs for their organizations and our sponsor and host, Lockton, providing insight on ways to incorporate insurance into any nonprofit privacy program. Let’s connect LIVE and IN PERSON!

Featured Panelists

Mary Blatch, Senior Counsel, Privacy, StockX

Jessica Geller, Assistant General Counsel, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Tracy Locklin, Managing Director, Privacy & Government Relations,  National Student Clearinghouse

Brett Willde, Lockton Companies

Panel discussion will run from 5 to 6 PM with reception to follow outside on the terrace from 6 to 7:30 PM (weather dependent). 

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

Take in the view from Union Rooftop while catching up with your fellow in-house counsel and enjoying food and drinks. The retractable glass roof ensures we have a great gathering spot, rain or shine.

Admission is free and open to ACC members (and to in-house counsel first-time guests if space allows). Validated valet parking will be provided upon request.

Thanks to our sponsor, Cozen O'Connor!

For our recent in-person events, we have had relaxed COVID-19 safety protocols. Given the fluid COVID-19 situation, this event's safety protocols will be announced closer to the event date.

Start your day with breakfast and a CLE program about information security, technology and trade secrets on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at the Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis.

Unfair Competition and Trade Secrets – The Pitfalls of Commencing Litigation without Following Best Practices

In the current economic climate, professionals are changing jobs at record rates. This increased employee mobility oftentimes arises in litigation, especially where the employee leaves for a competitor and takes valuable company trade secrets without authorization. The success of this litigation, however, is highly dependent upon a company following important best practices both before a case is filed and during its prosecution or defense.

This program will explore important lessons learned – sometimes the hard way – from recent state and federal rulings. Attendees will acquire a better understanding of some of the key pitfalls that can sink a trade secrets misappropriation case, and how companies can avoid them. The program will provide practical advice in an informal breakfast setting and the presenters welcome and encourage interactive questions and discussion points.

AGENDA

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Program check-in

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program and buffet breakfast

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking

Presenters:

• Daniel Saeedi, Partner, Taft
• Blair Harrington, Associate, Taft

Program admission is free and open to ACC members (and to in-house counsel first-time guests if space allows).

Complimentary valet parking will be provided upon request. 1 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Thanks to our sponsor,Taft!

For our recent in-person events, we have had relaxed COVID-19 safety protocols. Given the fluid COVID-19 situation, this event's safety protocols will be announced closer to the event date.

Join our ACC NCR 2022 Lawyers Have Heart Team!

We are thrilled that this year’s 32nd Lawyers Have Heart 10k, 5k, and Fun Walk will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 in person in Washington, DC and virtually.

We would love if you would join our team and help us raise funds for the millions of Americans who are affected by heart disease and stroke. You do not have to be a runner to participate! You do not have to be in person to participate!

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 2022 ACC NCR team here.

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

Best,

Your ACC NCR Lawyers Have Heart Co-Chairs – Affie Ambrose and Lori Sher

Even well-managed companies are vulnerable to unforeseen circumstances and emergencies. A mismanaged crisis can result in significant and potentially irreparable damage to your business, financial stability, and reputation. In-house lawyers are frequently called upon to serve as a “voice of reason” to help assess the potential impacts of a crisis objectively and to work with the leadership team to mitigate legal, financial, and reputational risks. When dealt with effectively, these events can be a catalyst for improved performance and organizational growth, heightened relations with government agencies and improved brand perception.

The panel will talk through the issues, discuss the options, and provide practical advice on how to prepare for and lead your company and team through a crisis. In the current environment, all companies face increased vulnerability. Learn tools to help you prepare for and assess a crisis situation and formulate a plan should such a situation arise for your company.  

Presented by J. Steven Patterson, Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth, Lyndsey Estin, Partner at Kekst CNC and Nicole Greenidge-Hoskins, Senior Vice President, General Counsel at the Human Rights Campaign and Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.