Events

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands invites you to join for an evening at Clementine Hall 

Description

 An Evening at Clementine Hall will take place on Saturday, September 20th in Nashville. This elegant and meaningful evening will bring together leaders in the legal, business, and philanthropic communities across the mid-state to celebrate our shared commitment to justice, dignity, and equity for all.

Legal Aid Society is Tennessee’s largest nonprofit law firm, providing free civil legal services and community education to help low-income and vulnerable Tennesseans access justice and build better lives. Last year alone, we helped thousands of families stay in their homes, escape abuse, secure safety, and gain stability through legal help.

An Evening at Clementine Hall will be a night of connection, purpose, and impact—and we invite you to be a part of it as a sponsor or attendee. Your sponsorship will not only elevate your company’s visibility among a diverse and influential audience but will also directly support the critical legal services that transform lives and strengthen our Tennessee communities.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions to ACC Tennessee Board Members Gulam Zade or Peter Malanchuk.

Please use the Event Link to register and to see more information about the event.

Untangling Paid Leave, Protected Rights, and Compliance Pitfalls in Maryland, DC, and Virginia

This session will examine the evolving landscape of leave laws across the DMV region, with a focus on the practical implications for employers navigating overlapping and divergent state and local requirements. We’ll take a closer look at Maryland’s FAMLI program, DC’s Universal Paid Leave Act, and other paid leave and sick leave mandates, as well as key compliance considerations under USERRA, WARN, and related statutes. Designed for in-house counsel and HR professionals, this discussion will offer a grounded starting point for building compliant, multi-jurisdictional leave strategies ahead of upcoming implementation deadlines.

Presented by Bethany Ingle, Libby Henninger, Shareholders, and Joseph Greener, Associate at Littler, and Andrew Sakallaris, Vice President, General Counsel at LMI Solutions.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

We are delighted to invite you to a joint event hosted by ACC MENA and Hadef & Partners in celebration of Emirati Women's Day 2025 - an annual occasion, bringing together the legal community to honour the remarkable achievements and contributions of Emirati women. 

This year's event brings together senior legal professionals to reflect on the transformative journey of women in the UAE's legal landscape. As we celebrate the progress made and look toward future opportunities, we invite you to join us for insightful discussions on the evolving role of women in law, the challenges they continue to navigate, and the remarkable strides being made across the legal profession in the Emirates.
 

Programme
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast & Networking

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Panel Discussion: "Navigating Change, Celebrating Progress"

Featuring distinguished speakers from:

• Private practice
• In-house legal departments
• Government institutions

 
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Networking Session

About This Event
This exclusive panel session is designed specifically for in-house counsel across the UAE, providing an opportunity to engage with leading voices in the legal profession as we explore the evolving landscape for women in law and business. Join us for meaningful discussions on progress, challenges, and opportunities ahead.

Join us for our End of Year Party on November 20, 2025!

You are invited to bring one guest (only in-house counsel of compliance professional) to the Party to make the event even more memorable to YOU!

A fee of HKD250 applies to non-ACCHK members.

With increasing regulatory scrutiny and heightened public awareness around data protection, privacy compliance has become a critical responsibility for organisations operating in Hong Kong. This presentation offers in-house legal teams a practical and strategic overview of key privacy issues, including compliance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO), developments in global privacy regulations, and emerging risks in data governance.

In addition to covering legal and regulatory frameworks, the session will emphasise the vital role of in-house counsel in promoting a culture of privacy within their organisations. This includes the need to develop and implement effective staff training programmes that ensure employees understand their responsibilities when handling personal data.

Participants will explore recent enforcement actions by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD), cross-border data transfer risks, and the impact of emerging technologies such as AI and biometric systems.

The presentation will provide actionable guidance on policy development, breach response, employee awareness, and ongoing compliance management—equipping legal teams to proactively safeguard their organisation’s reputation and regulatory standing.

CPD Point: CPD accreditation has been applied for and is subject to approval by the Hong Kong Law Society. Please note: you need to be logged in under your full name and for the full duration of the webinar to qualify for CPD point(s). CPD cannot be applied for members who join the webinar via telephone.

CLE Program:

Generative AI in the Legal Department: Ethical and Privilege Considerations

Description:

"Generative AI in the Legal Department: Ethical and Privilege Considerations" explores how generative AI tools—such as ChatGPT, CoCounsel, and Lexis AI—are being integrated into legal practice and the associated ethical, legal, and professional implications. It outlines common legal use cases, from drafting documents to research support, while emphasizing key risks like the loss of attorney-client privilege and the permanence of AI-generated data. The presentation highlights recent legal developments, including the OpenAI preservation order and major copyright lawsuits, which underscore the need for careful oversight. It stresses that while AI offers significant efficiency gains, lawyers must remain responsible for its use, ensuring confidentiality, maintaining ethical standards, and staying informed as technology evolves.

Agenda:

4:30 - 5:00 PM Check-In

5:00 - 6:00 PM CLE Program

6:00 - 7:00 PM Networking

Additional Information:

Approved for 1.0 hours of Dual CLE credit in Tennessee.

Parking:

​Driving/Parking instructions to 1222 Demonbreun parking garage – P3706:

40 West
Exit onto 209B; proceed through Demonbreun intersection and enter parking garage on immediate right.

40 East
Exit onto 209B; left on Demonbreun; left on 13th; parking garage on immediate right.

Downtown Nashville
Demonbreun to 13th; right on 13th and parking garage is immediate right.

DO NOT SCAN QR CODE IN PARKING GARAGE.  Simply come to the office, give us your license plate number and we will validate your parking.​

The Battery area members, ACC Georgia Board members Lydia Tallent and Veronica Davis invite you to join them for lunch at EATaliano Kitchen on Thursday, Sept. 11. There’s no agenda except to get to know some of your local members and have some fun.

We’re limiting attendance to keep the small group vibe.  Attendees’ lunch is on the Chapter, but you must register in advance below. See you on Sept. 11!

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

Hey, don’t stop reading yet!  Are you interested in speaking at a 2025 ACC Georgia Chapter event?  We’re always looking to highlight our members’ viewpoints and expertise, so let us hear from you!  Email georgia@accglobal.com your name, title, employer, email address, and the topic areas you like to talk about, and we’ll add you to our ever-growing list!

Littler Presents: Evaluating Employment Law Risks in Uncertain Times

Littler attorneys will provide an overview of legal risks under the second Trump administration and practical guidance regarding how to balance the same, including with respect to IE&D initiatives, False Claims Act actions, evolving protected classes, immigration concerns, and other regulatory priorities.

One hour of Texas MCLE General Credit is approved for this presentation.

Presenters:

Kelli Fuqua, Shareholder, Littler

Kim Miers, Shareholder, Littler

AGENDA Thursday, September 11th
4:30 PM Registration
5:00 PM-6:00 PM CLE Presentation
6:00 PM Meet & Greet
 

Join your fellow in-house colleagues on September 15, 2025 at Fordham Law School for ACC-NYC's half-day, multi-panel conference: ACC-NYC In-House Summit: From Crisis to Compliance. Our speakers will present on and discuss issues impacting in-house counsel today. After the event, join us for an evening cocktail networking reception.

Four (4) CLE credits to include Professional Practice.

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