The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is the world's largest organization serving the professional and business interests of attorneys who practice in the legal departments of corporations, associations, nonprofits and other private-sector organizations around the globe.
Join Cooley and the Association of Corporate Counsel New York City at Cooley’s New York office for a viewing party and reception to kick off the 2025 March Madness tournament. TVs will be showing the first-round games, we’ll play pop-a-shot, and we’ll have fan-based food selections. Wear your college logoed attire or basketball jersey!
Join the ACC NCR VetNet & Young Lawyers Affinity Groups Meet the Co-Chairs Happy Hour!
The ACC NCR Veterans Network (“VetNet”) is an affinity group for ACC NCR members who have served in the military, or simply want to help support those who are serving or have served, in any capacity. The ACC NCR Young Lawyers is an affinity group for ACC NCR members who are Generation Z, Millennials, late Generation X, and early-career professionals seeking to build connections, exchange ideas, and provide support for attorneys in the early part of their professional journey.
We invite you to join us on February 6 to learn more, make connections, and discuss future activities. Please bring your ideas and suggestions as we start planning for the new year.
We will have appetizers to share, and guests will be responsible for purchasing their own drinks. Royal Sands is a cashless establishment.
GCs and CLOs are invited to join us for our next GC/CLO Lunch Club at The Refectory on Villanova's campus. This lunch club will discuss "New Administration Policies – Organizational Impact & Planning." Come prepared to participate in the group discussion!
There is no charge for GC/CLO chapter members to attend this luncheon, but pre-registration is required.
Please note, no CLE credit will be provided for this program.
Holland & Knight invites you to join us for an evening at the American Philosophical Society (APS). The evening will include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an opportunity to view and engage with original historical documents housed at the APS Library. We will be joined by APS CEO Patrick Spero, an award-winning historian and widely-published author, who will discuss the APS’s distinguished role in Philadelphia’s and the nation’s history. Patrick also will provide the historical context for the singular historical treasures shared from the APS Library.
Founded in 1743 by Benjamin Franklin for the purpose of “promoting useful knowledge,” the APS is considered the first learned society in the United States. The APS Library is among the premier institutions for documenting the history of the American Revolution and Founding, and houses original documents including the papers of Benjamin Franklin, the journals of Lewis and Clark, a large corpus of Charles Darwin correspondence and printed material, the records of pioneering anthropologists, the holdings of the Eugenics Records Office, and the papers of seven Nobel Laureates. The collection also includes many extraordinary books, such as first editions of Sir Isaac Newton's Principia, Charles Darwin's Origin of Species, a presentation copy of Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia, the elephant folio of Audubon's Birds of North America, as well as a significant portion of Franklin's personal library.
Navigating Legal, Communications and Reputational Challenges in the Current DEI Landscape
In part two of our engaging webinar series on driving change and defying resistance in DEI, our expert panelists will take a deeper dive into the recent attacks on corporate DEI initiatives. As we face a new presidential administration, these attacks raise critical questions about their implications for organizations committed to DEI. The session will equip attendees with effective strategies to not only protect their DEI efforts from potential threats but also to reinforce their organizational values. Join Gibson Dunn’s DEI Task Force as they discuss strategies for optimizing outcomes in the face of accelerated corporate anti-DEI attacks.
Hot Topics in 2025: Legal Trends Shaping the Year Ahead
As 2025 unfolds, the legal landscape is brimming with change. From navigating the complexities of a new federal administration and the Texas legislature being back in session to decoding the rollercoaster ride of the Corporate Transparency Act and anticipating pivotal rulings from the Texas and U.S. Supreme Courts, this year promises no shortage of challenges and opportunities. Join us for an engaging session as we spotlight critical cases, key compliance updates, ethical considerations, and emerging policies that will shape the way we do business. Stay ahead of the curve and prepare for what’s next! Sponsored and presented by Dykema.
This session will offer valuable insights into evolving arbitration practices domestically and internationally, as well as practical strategies for expediting dispute resolution while minimizing costs.
Topics to be Covered:
Key arbitration trends for 2024, focusing on developments in both domestic and international contexts.
Best practices for optimizing the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process, reducing costs, and achieving quicker resolutions.