Events

ACC SoCal members and their guests are invited to join Equinox for complimentary access on February 1st. Enjoy a class, be entered to win prizes, and be eligible for exclusive ACC Member Discounts to memberships.  Start your New Year off right!

Get Moving on Your New Year's Resolution with Fellow ACC Members
The first 20 ACC Members from each California Chapter to RSVP and attend will receive a $10 Earth Bar gift card. 

Unwind and exercise at Equinox, one of the most luxurious gyms in the US. ACC Members and family 16 years and above are welcome. Enjoy a complimentary day full of curated classes like spin, yoga, sound bath, and relax in dreamy eucalyptus steam rooms (classes may vary by location). 

Meet-up Time: 9:30 am
Meet-up Location: Main Entry and Lobby

Please bring a PHOTO ID

In order to secure your spot in a class, please RSVP by 1/29/25.

Class Schedule

ACC SoCal members and their guests are invited to join Equinox for complimentary access on February 1st. Enjoy a class, be entered to win prizes, and be eligible for exclusive ACC Member Discounts to memberships.  Start your New Year off right!

Get Moving on Your New Year's Resolution with Fellow ACC Members
The first 20 ACC Members from each California Chapter to RSVP and attend will receive a $10 Earth Bar gift card. 

Unwind and exercise at Equinox, one of the most luxurious gyms in the US. ACC Members and family 16 years and above are welcome. Enjoy a complimentary day full of curated classes like spin, yoga, sound bath, and relax in dreamy eucalyptus steam rooms (classes may vary by location). 

Meet-up Time: 9:30 am
Meet-up Location: Main Entry and Lobby

Please bring a PHOTO ID

In order to secure your spot in a class, please RSVP by 1/29/25.

Class Schedule

Each year, ACC NCR members are proud to join forces and volunteer with some amazing community partners dedicated to making a difference. Join us for an interactive Virtual Service Fair hosted by ACC NCR's Community Service and Pro Bono Committees. Make a difference in your community while expanding your professional network.

ACC NCR President Kathi Westcott has named 2025 the year of service!  There are a wide range of opportunities available from packing food for those in need to utilizing your legal expertise to help someone gain access to justice.

These are just a few of the incredible ways you can make an impact:

• Explore a Wide Range of Opportunities: From pro bono legal work to community service, find the perfect fit for your skills and passions.
• Connect with Amazing Organizations: Engage directly with representatives from renowned legal and community service organizations.
• Hear Inspiring Stories: Listen to past volunteers share their experiences and the impact of their work.
• Choose Your Own Adventure: Select breakout rooms to dive deeper into the missions and needs of organizations that interest you most.

Why Attend?

• Enhance Your Career: Gain valuable experience and skills that set you apart in the legal field.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded professionals and potential mentors.
• Make a Lasting Impact: Use your expertise to create positive change in your community.
• Flexible Opportunities: Find volunteer options that fit your schedule and interests.

We've invited an impressive lineup of organizations dedicated to making a difference, including:

DC Bar Pro Bono Center · Lawyers Have Heart · Legal Services of Northern Virginia · Manna Food Center · Maryland Legal Aid · SOME · Street Law · Virginia Law-Related Education Institute · Whitman-Walker Health Legal Services 

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.

Join the ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group's kick-off meeting to make connections and to discuss future activities and programs for the upcoming year. 

The goals of ACC NCR Black & African American Affinity Group are to:

• offer ACC NCR members opportunities to get together & network, share experiences, and provide personal and professional support;
• host community service opportunities; and
• discuss topics of interest to Black and African American in-house counsel.

Please bring your ideas and your interests in topics trending as we start the new year. We look forward to seeing you!

Join us for a review of the major government contracts developments from 2024.  We will discuss the major regulatory developments of the past year, including the DoD CMMC rules, new labor and employment requirements, SBA size certification developments, and secure supply chain obligations.  We will also review the key cases from 2024, including bid protests, disputes, and False Claims Act developments.  Finally, acknowledging an uncertain 2025, we will identify areas of government contracts law and regulation that could change under the new administration.

Presented by Greg Jacobs, Erin Felix, James Kim and Dan Petkoff, Shareholders with Polsinelli P.C., Joelle Laszlo, Corporate Counsel, Civilian Portfolio, Accenture Federal Services LLC and Greg Harding, Senior Counsel, Government Contracts, JLL.

2.0 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

Theft of critical corporate data, documents, and information by insiders is on the rise in the U.S. across a broad spectrum of industries and geographies. Please join our presenters for a discussion about how to prevent, identify, and deal with corporate espionage within your organization.

Registration: 11:30 AM – Noon

Program: Noon - 1 PM

Speakers:

• Josh Burnette - General Counsel and Interim Head of HR, ServiceMaster Brands
• Clark Walton - Managing Director, Reliance Forensics
• Evan Gibbs – Partner, Troutman Pepper

CLE credit will be applied for

Creative Options for Getting Paid by Vendors & Contractors
In a challenging economic environment, companies may need to explore creative options for handling AR collections, settling claims, and dealing with insolvent or distressed vendors and contractors. Join your ACC colleagues for this CLE program and lunch at the Stinson LLP office in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

Will Brunnquell, Counsel at Cargill, and Stinson partners Drew Glasnovich and CJ Harayda will share strategies for working with clients, vendors and contractors to ensure payment without damaging relationships and how to navigate insolvency proceedings in such situations

AGENDA

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Check-in and buffet lunch

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program presentation

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Networking

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1.0 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Validated parking for the 50 South Sixth Street parking garage will be provided.

Thanks to our sponsor, Stinson LLP!

Join us on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, for breakfast and an ACC MN CLE program at French Meadow's Nord Social Hall in Minneapolis.

Anatomy of a Loss: What Every In-House Counsel Should Know to Avoid a Loss in Litigation
This program is designed to provide in-house counsel with valuable insights into the common pitfalls that can lead to unfavorable litigation outcomes. Presented by experienced trial lawyers Jan Conlin and Barry Landy of Ciresi Conlin LLP, the program offers practical strategies for identifying potential risks early, managing litigation effectively, and ensuring a proactive defense. Through a detailed analysis of real-world cases, Conlin and Landy will guide participants in understanding key factors that contribute to a loss and how to mitigate them to achieve better results in the courtroom.

AGENDA

7:45 AM - 8:30 AM | Check-in and buffet breakfast

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking and departures

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1.0 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Off-street free parking is available nearby.

Thanks to our sponsor, Ciresi Conlin LLP!