Events

Join us at Rojo Mexican Grill in St. Louis Park on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, for an ACC MN CLE program and networking happy hour.

CHECK, WIRE, AND ACH FRAUD: PREVENTING LOSSES AND MANAGING LIABILITY

Payments fraud related to checks, wires and ACH transactions is a constant concern for businesses across all industries. Fraudsters have become increasingly sophisticated in exploiting weaknesses in financial transaction systems, leading to substantial financial losses and significant legal exposure. For in-house counsel, the challenge lies not only in advising on preventative measures but also in navigating the legal ramifications and liability-shifting rules of potential fraud incidents.

This presentation will explore the types of fraud schemes commonly associated with checks, wire transfers and ACH payments, focusing on how in-house counsel can implement effective fraud prevention strategies. It will cover key preventative tools such as positive pay and dual control and provide a nuanced analysis of the liability that accompanies their use. It will help in-house counsel understand the steps that must be taken in the event of a suspected fraud incident and walk through the complicated legal maze of liability-shifting rules for different payment types. In-house counsel will be equipped to design and implement effective fraud prevention programs while managing the responsibility that these tools may entail. And in the event fraud does happen, in-house counsel will have a primer on the rights, obligations and liability-shifting rules that will determine who bears the loss.

Presenters

Caitlin Houlton Kuntz, Shareholder, Fredrikson

Doug Hiatt, Of Counsel, Fredrikson

Agenda

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM | Attendee check-in

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | CLE program

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Networking happy hour

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.

Thanks to our sponsor, Fredrikson!

Pro Bono Event: Limited Conservatorship Clinic 

IN-PERSON EVENT: Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) Bill Holmes Tower, 455 S Main Street, Orange, CA 92868 

Saturday, January 11, 2025 (RSVP by Jan 7th!)

8:30 AM – 1:30 PM PT

ACC-SoCal will partner with Elder Law and Disability Rights Center at CHOC to assist parents of individuals with developmental disabilities to obtain a limited conservatorship so they can retain some of the decision-making rights even if their child is over 18 years old. 

No prior experience necessary: ACC members will be provided with a short on-demand training video that they can view on their own time before the clinic (MCLE credits pending). They will then be assigned a family and review the packet submitted by the family. At CHOC, members will assist the family in completing the limited conservatorship forms for e-filing. Optional: if you want to assist the family after the clinic through their entire court process, you can sign onto the case with Elder Law and Disability Rights Center as pro bono counsel. 

Breakfast pastries, coffee, and bottled water will be provided. Please bring a laptop or iPad to the clinic and wear your ACC-SoCal shirt (if you don’t yet have an ACC-SoCal shirt, they can be provided). 

Sponsor: ACC Southern California Pro Bono Committee 

RSVP asap but no later than Tuesday, January 7: A limited number of volunteer spots are open. Please save your spot by registering today. 

Join fellow ACC SFBA members and our sponsor, Transperfect,  for Networking & Cocktails to kick-off our Life Sciences 2025 conference.

Register for Virtual CLEs on March 5 & 6, 2025.

Join ACC SFBA and Eversheds Sutherland for an evening at Lucky Strike featuring a networking reception, bowling  and fun! There will be food, drinks and an enjoyable evening of networking in store for everyone!

Join ACC St. Louis and UB Greensfelder for a virtual CLE on Safeguarding Attorney-Client Privilege: In-House Counsel and Internal Investigations on Wednesday, January 29, 2025!

The presentation will:

• Examine the attorney-client privilege,
• Review work product doctrine, and
• Provide tips on how to preserve and protect privilege,
• With a special focus on in-house counsel and internal investigations.

Speakers:
Amy Blaisdell, Partner, UB Greensfelder
Andrew Ricke, VP Professional Services Counsel, Lockton

Schedule:
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM CLE Check-In and Speaker Introduction
12:00 - 1:00 PM CLE Program 

Location: 
Zoom Details to be provided closer to the meeting   

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Wednesday, January 29, 2025!

8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Registration

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
"Private Eyes Are Watching You:  U.S. and International Privacy Laws Relating to Employee Monitoring "
Presented by Fisher Phillips

In a post-COVID world, hybrid and completely remote employees have become increasingly commonplace, with employers struggling to find ways to monitor productivity and availability, ensure the security of confidential data and sensitive personal information, and encourage compliance with legal requirements and employment policies.  Increasingly, employers are exploring remote monitoring options, including monitoring methods such as time tracking and email monitoring, video surveillance, keylogging, application monitoring, geolocation tracking, and the installation of monitoring software on company-issued devices, as well as mobile device management software for personal devices used for business purposes. The legality of the use of such monitoring techniques varies both within the U.S. and internationally.  This session will help employers to identify the commonalities and differences between U.S. and international laws relating to employee monitoring.  

Speakers:

• Risa B. Boerner, Partner, Fisher Phillips
• Nan Sato, Partner, Fisher Phillips
• Sara Ponessa, General Counsel and Secretary, Arcadium Lithium

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.
"Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets: Navigating the Regulatory Minefield"
Presented by Cozen O'Connor

Cryptocurrencies, digital assets and blockchain were under the regulatory microscope in 2024 and look set to continue as a focus for regulatory authorities, including state attorneys general, in 2025. Such novel and rapidly evolving technologies are a critical cornerstone of the modern economy but are not fully understood by legislators and policymakers. Listen in as Stephen Cobb and Alex Levine explore Dapper Labs’ experience as an NFT developer in navigating the regulatory minefield and draw out lessons for all businesses deploying new technologies.

Speakers:

• Stephen Cobb, Member, Cozen O’Connor State AG Group
• Alex Levine, GC and Chief Regulatory Officer, Dapper Labs

11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
"What to Expect in the Trump Administration 2.0"
Presented by Holland & Knight

Please join members of Holland and Knight’s Government Section and John Ryan, EVP and Chief Counsel Officer of Temple University Health System, as they discuss how best to prepare for anticipated policies and changes in the legal landscape expected the new Administration and Congress. This discussion will be of particular interest to Chief Legal Officers because it will address how companies may position themselves with respect government relations and procurement, how they may address ESG (including DEI and messaging of corporate values),  and what they may expect from the new Administration with respect to Artificial Intelligence, particularly in view of the recent House Bipartisan Task Force’s December 2024 Report. 

Speakers:

• Tom Davis, Partner, Holland & Knight and former U.S. Representative, representing the 11th Congressional District of Virginia
• Dan Sennott, Co-Leader, Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group
• Paul Stimers, Partner, Holland & Knight
• John C. Ryan, EVP, General Counsel and Chief Human Resources Officer, Temple University Health System 

8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Registration

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
"Information Governance for In-House Counsel"
Presented by Cozen O'Connor

In today’s data driven world, Information Governance is a discipline that empowers companies to own their data and in-house counsel plays a critical role in the success of IG programs. In this presentation, we will provide an overview of how IG allows companies to leverage data to their advantage, reduce legal exposure and better respond to litigation and data breaches.     

Speakers:

• Nicholas Berenato, Associate, Cozen O'Connor
• Winnie Wang, Senior Legal Counsel, De Lage Landen Financial Services, Inc.

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.
"Artificial Intelligence: How In-House Legal Teams Can Responsibly Navigate a New Frontier"
Presented by Fox Rothschild

A “disruptor” on par with email and the internet, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to alter the practice of law in profound ways. What AI tools are already in use, and what’s on the horizon? For the in-house legal team, what are the risks associated with outside counsel’s use of AI? And how should in-house lawyers set their expectations?

Speakers:

• Mark McCreary, Partner and Chief Artificial Intelligence & Information Security Officer, Fox Rothschild
• Eric Reed, Senior Counsel, Litigation, TD Bank
• Helane Stein, EVP and Chief Information Officer, Brixmor Property Group

11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
"Recent Developments in Data Privacy and What is Expected in 2025"
Presented by Saul Ewing

This program will involve a discussion of the anticipated enforcement landscape by regulatory bodies and their business implications with respect to data privacy issues, including consumer protection, data privacy impact assessments, artificial intelligence, and data breach notification issues.  Attendees will gain insight into statements and positions which may shape regulators’ enforcement priorities and discuss the current enforcement landscape and the federal and state entities who are on the beat, such as the Federal Trade Commission, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the California Attorney General and Privacy Protection Agency and the Colorado Attorney General’s office among others.

Speakers:

• Al Chakravarty, Partner, Saul Ewing LLP
• Pat Hromisin, Assistant General Counsel, Vanguard
• Jon Margolis, Vice President & National Director of Privacy, Toll Brothers

Join fellow Chief Legal Officers for an informal, candid lunch forum designed to foster open discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing today’s legal leaders. With no sponsors or formal agenda, this is your chance to engage in peer-driven conversations in a relaxed, pressure-free setting. We’ll gather at Red Car Brewery (right off the 405 Fwy in Torrance with plenty of parking) for a casual, brown-bag style lunch—everyone will pay for their own meal, ensuring a focus purely on meaningful dialogue and collaboration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, share insights, and learn from colleagues.

Please join the Association for Corporate Counsel – Georgia Chapter for a productive discussion on the business outlook under the incoming Trump administration and the 119th Congress, featuring insights from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, including representatives from the esteemed Washington-based lobbying & public policy practice and the Dallas-based Investment Management practice. 

With control of the House, Senate, White House, our speaker panel will examine how these results are likely to shape the legislative and regulatory landscape in the year ahead. The discussion will provide a forward-looking analysis of the implications of the GOP sweep and what businesses can expect in 2025, including tax reform, the deregulatory agenda and corporate governance.   

The session will delve into the intersection of law, politics, and business, focusing on how post-election outcomes may influence regulatory policies, judicial appointments, and major legal developments. Our panel of experienced legal and policy professionals will offer strategic insights into the new political environment’s potential impact on corporate governance, legislative priorities, and the broader regulatory framework. 

5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Program

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Networking Reception 

Speakers:

• Jamie Tucker, Partner, Akin Gump
• Jason Daniel, Partner, Akin Gump
• Lauren Rubin, Senior Counsel, Akin Gump

CLE credit will be applied for.

Raise your glass to global diversity! Please join the ACC NCR DEI Leadership Development Committee, ACC NCR AAPI Affinity Group, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of the Greater Washington, D.C. Area (APABA-DC) for a Virtual International Diversity Happy Hour, where we’ll take a flavorful journey through the art and history of mixology. This interactive experience will feature:

• Pre-Mix Cocktails: Celebrate the rich heritage of two iconic cocktails from two different countries (outside the U.S.) with specially curated pre-mix recipes that you can easily create at home. One of our featured cocktails will be the Singapore Sling, chosen to honor the vibrant festivities and cultural traditions of the Lunar New Year which this year falls on January 29, a celebration deeply rooted in many Asian cultures. The other will be the popular Brazilian Caipirinha!
• Live Bartender Demonstration: Watch a talented mixologist, Nicholle Pitera, craft the Brazilian Caipirinha from scratch, showcasing expert techniques and sharing insider tips on recreating this refreshing treat at home. (If you’re doing Dry January or don’t drink, not to worry! We’ll give you tips on how to convert these to mocktails!)
• Cultural Insights: Our program facilitators will dive into the stories behind these featured cocktails, exploring their origins, and cultural significance, along with a few fun facts about global celebrations like the Lunar New Year.

Get Ready to Mix Along! To make the event even more engaging, if you’d like to join in on the fun, we invite you to purchase a cocktail mixer kit for the featured drinks. You can:

1. Order the Suggested Kit: Click https://www.amazon.com/Thoughtfully-Cocktail-Margarita-Appletini-Hawaiian to purchase a pre-selected kit with all the essentials (except the alcohol) for crafting the cocktails.
2. Purchase individual ingredients: For those who wish to mix and create your own beverage during the virtual happy hour, we will send recipes to registered attendees.
3. Create and bring your own: Grab your own personal favorite libations and participate in the festivities that way!

This event is open to ACC members and in-house guests!