Events

Join Kelley Drye and the Women & Gender Group of ACC-NYC for an evening with Kathryn Sollmann, career coach and author of The 4 Jobs Club: How Smart Women Care for It All—Kids, Aging Parents, Home & Career, as she shares strategies to help women thrive in the four big jobs they often juggle: career, family, home life, and personal well-being. Drawing from her interviews with over 50 highly successful women, Kathryn will offer simple yet transformative insights on achieving long-term success without losing yourself along the way.

This event is focused on growth, networking, and actionable career advice. Enjoy light bites, cocktails, and meaningful conversations with fellow professionals.

Join ACC NCR Community Service and Maryland Advisory Committee for an extraordinary volunteer opportunity at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary, a beautiful 400-acre refuge in Poolesville, Maryland, that provides lifelong care for over 200 rescued farm animals, including cows, horses, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, and turkeys.

This special event includes a guided tour where you'll meet the animals and learn their stories, followed by hands-on volunteer activities. Tasks will vary from active, strength-based work to lighter, low-impact options. Families are welcome—children must be ages 16+ to participate, and students can earn community service credit.

We will provide delicious snacks for participants. To respect the sanctuary’s mission, we kindly ask that any food brought be vegan.

Please note: The sanctuary has unpaved paths, so wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty.

Attendance will be capped due to the size of the sanctuary.  We ask that all participants donate $10 directly to the Sanctuary to participate.  Information on how to do this is included when you register.  All donations are non-refundable, but will be applied if the event is rescheduled.

Before registering, please check out Poplar Spring's website for more information about the farm and what to expect when you visit. 

By registering for this ACC NCR event, you acknowledge that you have read ACC NCR’s Code of Conduct for Events and agree to comply with its terms.

Opportunities in your career equating to success are rarely happenstance, they're a result of strategic planning and knowing how to accurately portray your professional skillset.

Join ACC St. Louis on Thursday, July 24th for the VIRTUAL program Workplace Strategy Essentials for In-House Counsel: How to Become the Business's Favorite Legal Resource.

In 2025, in-house counsel can no longer be seen as the “department of no.” But transforming into a solution-driven, strategic partner within the business is easier said than done. How can you adopt the right mindset and processes to become an invaluable resource for your business colleagues?

Tune in for an insightful session with David Sclar, seasoned in-house counsel and author of Workplace Strategies for Technology Lawyers. David will share essential strategies that empower in-house counsel to adopt a “can-do” approach, navigate real-world challenges, and become trusted business advisors.

Key takeaways include:

• Mindset Shifts for Success: Discover specific mindsets that build confidence, align with business goals, and make you the kind of lawyer everyone wants to work with.

• Navigating Real-World Pressures: Learn about the common obstacles that in-house counsel face and the strategies to overcome them.

• Proven Processes for Daily Success: Gain practical processes that help you anticipate and manage challenges effectively, both day-to-day and throughout your career.

• Integrating AI with Human-Centered Solutions: While AI is part of the modern toolkit, the focus will be on human-centered solutions to meet the unique challenges of in-house counsel.

David draws on his diverse background—from big law firms and Fortune 50 companies to startups and international public companies—providing real-world examples and actionable advice.

Who Should Watch:

This webinar is designed for in-house legal professionals. As Ted Lasso says, “Success is not about the wins and losses. It’s about helping people be the best versions of themselves.” This session aims to help in-house professionals do just that, at any stage of their careers.

Date: 
Thursday, July 24th

Schedule:
11:45 - 12:00 pm - Zoom line open for check-in
12:00 - 1:00 pm - Program

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Thursday, July 24th! 

This program will cover up-to-the minute developments in the export controls landscape, one of the linchpins of the Trump Administration’s national security strategy and “America First” trade policy.  This will include the latest regarding semiconductor export controls, controls relating to emerging technologies, China-focused restrictions, anticipated Russia-related developments, ramped-up government enforcement, and best practices in an ever-changing environment.

Speakers: Anthony Rapa, Partner & Co-Chair, International Trade, Blank Rome LLP; Justin A. Chiarodo, Partner & Co-Chair, Government Contracts, Blank Rome LLP and Sol Brody, Vice President, International Trade Licensing & Sanctions at BAE Systems, Inc.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Join ACC Central Florida and Ogletree Deakins for a CLE Lunch & Learn event: Executive Orders, Defunded Agencies, NRLB Opinions, DOJ actions, etc.  – How the Flurry of Executive Actions Affect the Employment Law Landscape.

Presented by Iggy Garcia of Ogletree Deakins, this 1.5 hour CLE will give the latest updates on how the presidential executive orders, NLRB opinions, Department of Justice priorities and more have affected the employment law landscape and what employers should watch out for. 

CLE pending Florida Bar approval. 

Please join us for this fun, family-friendly event organized by the ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee. Family and friends are welcome as we gather for a walk around the beautiful lake.  

Why: Promotes physical fitness, stress reduction, and social connection 

All are welcome, whether or not you have a doggie or other animal friend to bring or would just like to join in the fun. We will meet at the tables outside the Grocery Outlet at the Woodbridge Village Center adjacent to the lake – look for an ACC sign. We will provide a light snack before the walk and treat you to a coffee afterward.  

Sponsored by: ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee

• Start with a snack: We’ll have light refreshments available before we set off.
• A sublime experience: Our walk will be an easy, enjoyable pace in a natural setting, suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
• Post-walk refreshment: Join us for a complimentary coffee back at Trails Café after the walk.

Don’t forget:

• Look for the ACC sign in front of Trails Café to find our group.
• All are welcome! Bring your family, friends, dogs, and fellow ACC members. Whether you’re a dog owner or just like to walk with fellow ACC members and their friends, this event is for you.

Trail Description

https://modernhiker.com/hike/hike-the-west-griffith-observatory-trail/

Sponsored by: ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee

Please join the ACC St. Louis Membership Committee on Wednesday, April 16 for a Speed Networking Event!

Are you new to ACC and want to meet other members?  Are you an existing member but want to expand your network? 

Never know what to talk about or how to open conversations with new people?  Don't worry, we'll provide everyone with ice breakers. 

Join us for a casual speed networking event at Modern Brewery.  This is a great chance to make new ACC connections and win some prizes in a fun, fast-paced atmosphere!

While you are networking, enjoy bites and beverages on us at Modern Brewery in its new location next to I-64/40 and the Science Center!

Time:
5:30 - 6:00 PM Check-in
6:00 - 6:30 PM Speed Networking
6:30 - 7:30 PM Cocktail Hour 

Location:
Modern Brewery
5200 Oakland Ave.
St. Louis, MO  63110
Lot parking and street parking available 

*Attendance is limited.  Register today!*

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, April 16th at Modern Brewery!

Please join us for a micro-networking lunch hosted by our Greater Virginia Advisory Committee. Come learn more about the committee or just come to socialize and enjoy lunch with other ACC NCR members in the area. 

Attendance will be capped to ensure good conversation. Please check your schedule before registering as hosts will be expecting you!

Attendees will pay for their own meals. Please bring cash to make it easier for the servers.