Events

Please join ACC NCR volunteer leaders and 2025 sponsors as we celebrate an amazing year and thank you for your contributions to the chapter's success.

Enjoy networking in Gallup’s beautiful, modern office space, which thoughtfully preserves the building’s notable history.

Additionally, as part of ACC NCR’s Year of Service, we are proud to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which provides more than 60 million meals each year to families across the D.C. region. The need is greater than ever, with more than 1.5 million people in our community experiencing food insecurity.

We invite you to contribute to our ACC NCR fundraising page or bring non-perishable food items to the event, which will be delivered to the Food Bank. Please check the Capital Area Food Bank’s Most Wanted List for the items most needed.

**Annual Relationship Sponsors who applied by the early deadline and our Diamond Sponsor may send three representatives. All others may send two representatives. If you are unsure of when you applied, contact Beth McConnell at beth.mcconnell-ncr@accglobal.com to confirm.

AZA Presents: Better Call...AI? How In-House Counsel Can Keep Outside Counsel Out of Trouble

Artificial intelligence offers powerful tools for lawyers, but it also introduces ethical pitfalls that in-house counsel must anticipate. This program will explore issues such as fake or AI-generated case citations, inadvertent disclosure of confidential client information, and the importance of clear engagement agreements as they relate to AI. Attendees will gain practical strategies for guiding outside counsel to harness AI responsibly while avoiding professional responsibility violations. By examining real-world scenarios and emerging best practices, participants will leave better equipped to uphold their ethical duties in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

One hour of Texas MCLE Ethics Credit is Approved for this presentation.

AGENDA

• 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Registration and Networking

• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Presentation and Lunch - Enjoy catering by Leroy & Lewis, ranked #2 Best BBQ in Texas by Texas Monthly

SPEAKERS
Rey Flores, AZA, Houston
Jason McManis, AZA, Houston

PARKING  Park at City of Austin public parking garage at 601 East 5th St. Parking vouchers will be provided for free parking in the garage or use the Uber voucher: https://r.uber.com/rvtmcryunbj

ACC St. Louis invites you and a guest to a private screening of the movie "SOUL ON FIRE" based on the incredible story and life of John O'Leary, St. Louis Bestselling Author and Inspirational Speaker, on Tuesday, October 7th at the Marcus Des Peres Cinema.

John’s incredible journey from surviving a devastating fire at the age of nine to become a beacon of hope and purpose has inspired millions worldwide.

Members are invited to share the evening with their favorite movie watcher! Bring a prospective or new member, a colleague, your spouse or significant other, with (1) complimentary guest ticket for this amazing evening.

Ticket includes private screening with ACC St Louis Members and their guest, popcorn and soda!

Schedule:

     6:00 - 6:30 PM - Check-in, get your complimentary popcorn and soda and find your seat!     
     6:30 - 8:30-ish PM - Previews and Movie         

Location: 

     Marcus Des Peres Cinema     
     12701 Manchester Road     
     Des Peres, MO  63131     
     Complimentary Parking

This is a complimentary event for members, member guests and sponsors of the ACC St Louis Chapter.  A credit card will be required to complete registration but will only be charged for no-show and late cancellations after 12:00 pm on October 3rd. 

Seats are limited, so register fast!

Latham & Watkins LLP Presents: Practical Advice for the Use of AI Tools in the Workplace
Speaker: Andrew Abokhair, Associate, Austin
Join us for an insightful session focusing on the evolving legal landscape surrounding artificial intelligence technologies. The presentation will provide practical guidance on how to protect your enterprise when utilizing AI tools. We will explore key considerations for contracting with AI tool providers, developing internal AI use policies, and understanding the broader implications of AI on commercial negotiations and transactions. Gain valuable insights into best practices for integrating AI into your organization while safguarding your business interests.

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

AGENDA

• 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM - Registration and Lunch

• 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM - Presentation

• 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Close, networking

PARKING AND ENTRY

Parking is located in the garage at 300 Colorado St (Colorado between 3rd and 4th Street), take a ticket when entering and go to the 1st floor lobby. 

Please bring your parking ticket with you for validation.

ACC Central FL is heading back to class!

Join us at Rollins College for an Executive Education program customized to the needs of Corporate Counsel.

This "MBA in a Day" program will address the business skills In-House Counsel need to succeed, above and beyond legal acumen.

Florida Bar CLE (pending approval): 3.0

 Session topics will include:

• Corporate Finance & Decision Making, presented by Dr. Brian Walkup of Rollins College.
• Communicating & Executive Presence, presented by Dr. Josh Hammonds of Rollins College.
• Leading Every Day, presented by Tim Lupinacci, CEO of Baker Donelson Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
• Networking Reception in the final hour is sponsored by Baker Donelson.

Space is limited and a waitlist will apply above registration capacity. If you are confirmed and find you are unable to attend, please release your seat for another member.

This custom professional development event is brought to you in part by an ACC Grant.

CLE credit applied for with the FL Bar (final credit hours TBD).

"Navigating Evolving Employment Law Under the Current Administration”

Join Gabrielle Giombetti and Heather Zalar Steele for a dynamic and timely roundtable discussion where we discuss the latest shifts in employment law under the current U.S. administration. This interactive session will explore critical developments, including federal regulatory shifts, EEOC enforcement updates, the NLRB’s evolving stance on employee rights, and Pennsylvania legislative updates.

Over dinner at the historic Lehigh Valley Trust Building we’ll engage in candid dialogue, share practical strategies, and discuss how legal departments are proactively responding to policy changes. The roundtable format encourages peer-to-peer exchange, with a focus on real-world implications, compliance best practices, and emerging risks.

Key Topics:

• EEOC and NLRB enforcement trends and litigation risks
• EEOC guidance on harassment and AI in hiring
• Legal challenges to DEI initiatives and best practices for compliant diversity efforts
• Non-compete and restrictive covenant landscape, including DOJ and DOL focus on antitrust in employment
• Pennsylvania New Hire Notice and pending minimum wage legislation 

Whether you're leading employment compliance or advising HR, this session offers an invaluable opportunity to benchmark and stay ahead of regulatory change.

Speakers:

• Heather Zalar Steele, Partner, Fisher Phillips
• Gabrielle Giombetti, Partner, Fisher Phillips

IMPORTANT REMINDER: ACC GREATER PHILADELPHIA EVENTS ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR ELIGIBLE IN-HOUSE COUNSEL and INVITED guests and sponsors.  ACCGP reserves the right to confirm eligible status of all event registrants and cancel unqualified registrations.  Click Here to learn more about & how to join ACC Greater Philadelphia.

Join us for an in-depth discussion on effectively managing risks in software and cloud transactions.

This program will explore the challenges companies face in these types of transactions and provide practical guidance on:

• Contracting Strategies – Key tips for drafting software and cloud agreements to reduce audit risks.
• Compliance Considerations – Insights into navigating challenges created by licensors’ agreements, such as “Indirect Access” and “Available for Use.”
• Audit Management – Best practices for responding to audit requests, from initial considerations and communication strategies to actionable steps and key takeaways for successfully managing the process.

Whether you’re negotiating new agreements, navigating vendor requirements, or planning ahead for potential conflicts, this session will provide actionable tools to help protect your organization and maximize value from software and cloud investments.

Presented by Andy Geyer and John Gary Maynard, Partners at Hunton Andrews Kurth, and Kara Goode, Senior Associate General Counsel – Strategic Transactions & Technology at Ahold Delhaize USA Services.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.