Events

Join us for an exclusive webinar where we will uncover complex hidden legal and regulatory risks in key emerging sectors across Asia. 

Through real-life case studies, you will gain a practical understanding of how these risks unfold and what strategies can be adopted to stay ahead of them.

Key Learnings

• Insight into hidden risks affecting fast-growing sectors.
• Illustrative examples of how these risks have impacted real companies.
• A practical guide to help you detect and mitigate risks proactively.

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.

ACC TN & Silver Sponsor Lewis Thomason invite you to join us for a Social & Networking Event

Description:

Join us for an evening of relaxed conversations and connection at the Lewis Thomason office in Knoxville. 
Drinks and appetizers will be served.

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

Important Notes:

Please drop in anytime between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM EST.

Parking Information:

Parking is available in the Riverview Tower Parking Garage (900 S. Gay St.). From the garage, take the elevators to the Lobby and pass through the glass walkway into the building.   Please note that Suite 300 is located near the revolving doors on the street level of the building.

U.S. AI Law Considerations for In-House Counsel

As artificial intelligence rapidly integrates into every facet of business operations, from human resources to marketing to product development to service delivery, in-house legal teams are tasked with navigating a complex and evolving legal landscape. Our survey-style presentation is designed to equip corporate counsel with the essential knowledge to guide their organizations through the layers of emerging AI laws and regulations in the United States on the federal, state, and local levels. U.S. AI Law Considerations for In-House Counsel

Presenters:

Juliana Neelbauer - Fox Rothschild

Kimberley Odums - IEEE
Senior Counsel Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence

Mariette Clardy-Davis - Primerica

CLE information
The following CLE credit is being sought:
Georgia: 1.0 Credit (1.0 General)

Get ready for the Corporate Counsel Classic, the ultimate golf, spa, and networking event that kicks off the ACC Annual Meeting. Join us for a world-class experience where you can connect with in-house counsel while playing on a professional-grade golf course, indulging in holistic wellness activities, and celebrating at our lively evening golf awards reception—all before the ACC Annual Meeting begins!

Whether you're attending or sponsoring the Annual Meeting or just looking for a unique networking opportunity, this event is open to all ACC members, supporters, and guests. Best of all, your participation helps us serve the needs of the global in-house bar through education, the advancement of pro bono service, dissemination of research and surveys, leadership and professional development opportunities, and initiatives that help foster a culture of inclusiveness.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exceptional event!

Join ACC TN & Practice Group Sponsor Latitude for its annual New To In-House Seminar, designed for those who've recently joined an in-house legal department. Whether you are working in a large law department or are a department of one, whether you are  in the office or remote, and whether you have spent years in a firm or are coming straight from law school, this seminar is designed for those with five or less years working in-house and focuses on the skills that will set you apart as you progress in your in-house career.

Agenda:

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM: Registration & Box Lunch Pickup

12:20 - 12:30 PM: Welcome from ACC Tennessee

12:30 - 1:30 PM
Lessons Learned (& Still Learning!): How To Succeed When You Are New to In-House – Hear from our panel of experienced in-house counsel about what made their transition to in-house successful and how to navigate common challenges for in-house lawyers.

(Panel) (CLE: 1.0 General)

1:30 - 1:40 PM: Break

1:40 - 3:10 PM
Skills to Progress and Flourish In-House
Candice Reed - Keynote Speaker

(CLE: 1.5 Dual)

3:10 - 3:20 PM: Break

3:20 - 4:20 PM

General Counsel Insights: How In-House Lawyers Can Show Their Value

(Panel) (CLE: 1.0 General)

4:20 PM: Closing Remarks & Introduction to ACC Global Resources

4:30 - 6:30 PM
Networking & Social Hour at Serrato's Steakhouse  Hosted by Latitude

Additional Information

2.0 General and 1.5 Dual
CLE Hours in Tennessee (Pending)

On May 12, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a new white-collar enforcement strategy, outlining ten priority areas, including several with a specific focus on China and Hong Kong SAR.

Just weeks later, on June 9, 2025, the DOJ issued updated guidelines for federal prosecutors investigating and enforcing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), effectively ending a four-month pause in FCPA enforcement activity.

While the new Guidelines do not mention China explicitly, they reinforce the Trump administration’s “America First” emphasis on economic security. Collectively, these recent developments signal a more assertive enforcement posture than many had anticipated — raising the stakes for Mainland Chinese and Hong Kong companies operating abroad, as well as international businesses with operations in Asia.

Join us for an in-depth discussion placing these changes in the broader context of global trade tensions, rising tariffs, and expanding sanctions. Our panel will explore the practical implications for corporate compliance, strategies for mitigating legal and reputational risk, and how to respond proactively to the evolving U.S. enforcement environment in Asia.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 28 Aug 2025
Time: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm (Light Lunch | Registration opens 12:30 pm; Seminar starts 1:00 pm)

Location: Debevoise Hong Kong Office: 21/F AIA Central, 1 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong

NOTE: CPD accreditation has been applied for and is subject to approval by the Hong Kong Law Society. Please ensure you sign the registration sheet at the start of the event and attend the full duration of the seminar to qualify for CPD point(s).

Join us on Tuesday, September 30, for Negotiations 101 - Strategies for Success, a virtual ACC MN Sounding Board* session focused on negotiation prep and strategy.

Participants will meet via Zoom from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. We’ll talk through some of the lessons from Roger Fisher and William Ury’s book, Getting to Yes – but don’t worry, there’s no need to read the book for this session.

Here are some resources highlighting elements of their approach that you may wish to explore as you prepare for our discussion:

• Six Guidelines for “Getting to Yes” (Brief article on the key principles of Getting to Yes)
• William Ury: Getting to Yes (William Ury 2016 session on the Getting to Yes strategy – 30 min, see 5:38-28:08, in particular)
• The Key Lessons from Getting to Yes (Illustrated overview: Key Lessons from Getting to Yes book – 11 min)
• BATNAS and WATNAS (Illustrated explanation of BATNA & WATNA concepts – 6 min)

We hope you’ll come ready to share your own experiences and what negotiation strategies have worked well (or maybe not so well) for you!

The program is free and open to ACC members and in-house counsel guests.

*The mission of the ACC MN Sounding Board is to foster the professional development of ACC MN members seeking to learn ways to interact more effectively with their business partners and promote personal leadership and growth.

Join ACC Georgia at Truist Park on August 20, 2025 to learn about key legislative and litigation updates in privacy, AI and security. Topics will include:

Batter Up: Key updates in state and federal privacy laws, with a focus on the proposed amendment to the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). Additionally, an overview of how the current administration, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Attorneys General are approaching legislation and enforcement.

Who’s on First: The transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on professional sports, including a compelling use case that illustrates how to develop and implement an AI framework within an organization.

Foul Ball: The increasing risk of the plaintiff’s bar exploiting mass arbitration, as evidenced by the Ticketmaster case.

Protecting the Plate: An examination of why cybercriminals target major sports teams and the lessons learned that can be applied universally.

Presenters from Nelson Mullins:
Amanda Witt
Mallory Acheson
Katy Spicer

Following the CLE will be dinner at Below the Chop and a viewing of the Atlanta Braves v. Chicago White Sox baseball game.

Registration – 4pm – 4:30pm

CLE – 4:30pm – 6pm

Dinner – 6pm – 7:30pm

First pitch – 7:15pm

As AI reshapes entire industries, federal courts are beginning to define the legal boundaries.

Generative AI is transforming industries, but it is also raising urgent legal questions. Two recent federal court decisions involving Meta and Anthropic are helping define how copyright law applies to the use of books and other creative works in AI training. These rulings are beginning to shape how companies develop, license, and use AI tools.

In this webinar, Knobbe attorneys Mark Lezama and Lincoln Essig, along with Sam Olive, Senior Director/Associate General Counsel, Intellectual Property at Cisco, will break down what these cases mean for in-house counsel. They will examine how courts are interpreting fair use in the AI context, and what steps companies can take to reduce legal risk in this evolving area.

Key topics will include:

1. How courts are addressing the use of unauthorized and digitized books in AI training
2. What qualifies as transformative use and how market harm is being evaluated
3. What companies should include in AI-related contracts to mitigate risk
4. Why audit rights, indemnification, and output controls are important

This session is designed for legal teams across industries, including technology, media, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. If your company uses or integrates AI, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you stay informed and protected.

Hosted by:  Knobbe Martens and ACC Southern California

Whether you’re new to in-house, looking to broaden your topical awareness, or just need to beat the August compliance deadline, we’re excited to offer you 6 CLEs of in-house topics.

The CLEs will be brought to you by the Chapter’s 2025 Bootcamp sponsors: Babst Calland; Cozen O'Connor; Duane Morris; Fisher Phillips; Fox Rothschild; Ogletree Deakins; Porter Wright; and Spilman Thomas & Battle.

Refresh, Recharge, and Reconnect at This Year's Conference!

In addition to a full day of engaging sessions and networking opportunities, we're excited to offer wellness perks and a celebratory close to your conference experience:

• Optional Morning Pilates/Zumba Session: Start your day with movement! Join us for a fun and energizing Pilates/Zumba session suitable for all fitness levels.
  What to bring/wear:  Comfortable clothing is recommended.  For Pilates, bare feet or socks work best.  For Zumba, please wear sneakers.
• Complimentary Chair Massages Over Lunch: Take a well-deserved break with a brief chair massage, offered during the lunch hour. A limited number of certified massage therapists will be on hand to help you unwind and recharge.
• Garden Party: ACC Western PA Chapter members are invited to wrap up the day with a relaxed and festive garden party! Enjoy light refreshments and appetizers and great networking in the beautiful outdoor Priory courtyard—perfect for unwinding and connecting with fellow attendees.

These experiences are included with your registration, but space is limited for some activities—be sure to reserve your spot early!

Event Schedule

Registration and Breakfast - 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

     Optional Pilates/Zumba Session - 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

     Donation drop offs accepted for Dress For Success.

Program - 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lunch - 12:00 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

     Optional Chair Massages - 12:00 p.m. - 1:05 p.m. 

Program - 1:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Garden Party - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

CLE

This program has been pre-approved for five hours of PA substantive CLE credit and one hour of PA ethics credit.

COST

ACC Members - Complimentary
Non-ACC Members - $50 ($50 discount off your first year dues if you become a member.)

PARKING
Complimentary parking is available in the outdoor lot across from the Grand Hall entrance on Nash Street.

Community Outreach ACC Western PA invites our members and all attendees to join us in supporting Dress For Success Pittsburgh in their mission to empower women who are entering and returning to the workforce across the region.

Most requested items this year are purses, reuseable shopping bags/totes, gently used or new closed-toe shoes and unripped jeans in all sizes.  You may drop off your donations at the registration table on the day of the program or contribute financially directly to the Dress For Success Pittsburgh organization or by purchasing much needed items off their Amazon wish list.