Events

Join ACC St Louis and Ogletree Deakins for a virtual CLE program "AI Issues in Employment" on Thursday, May 29th via Zoom.

The workplace is rapidly evolving, and in future years, it will be even more data-driven, with advanced AI tools reshaping roles and operations. 

HR and in-house teams can adapt by upskilling employees, integrating AI responsibly, preparing for shifts in labor dynamics, and implementing effective governance strategies. 

We will discuss how employers can prepare for the future of work with a holistic approach, covering key considerations like safety monitoring, HR laws, and internal oversight to navigate these changes while promoting a fair and future-ready workplace.

Date: 
Thursday, May 29th

Schedule:
11:50 - 12:00 pm - Zoom line open for check-in
12:00 - 1:00 pm - Program

CLE in Missouri: 
1.2 Hours

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Thursday, May 29th! 

Come enjoy the wonderful rooftop at France 44 at the ACC MN June Social on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Join us between 4:30 PM and 7:00 PM for networking and refreshments. We'll take advantage of the shaded patio if the weather is sunny and the A/C in the lounge if it's hot outside.

The event is free for ACC members and for first-time in-house counsel guests.

Free street parking is plentiful on 44th Street and nearby side streets. 

Thanks to our sponsor, Carlson Caspers!

The Erwin Hotel in Venice on May 7^th.

Registration will be from 5:30pm – 6pm,

AI, Lies, and the Law: Defamation in the Digital Era, the CLE program will be from 6pm – 7pm,

And the cocktail hour on the rooftop will last until 9 pm.

Even before generative AI tools became widely available, defamation lawsuits were on the rise.  AI has the potential to increase the frequency of reputational disputes and defamation litigation. This program will explain the reasons for this, and provide legal and practical considerations for businesses on both sides of the issue, whether dealing with reputational harms to their people or brands, or defending a defamation suit filed against them.

Hosted by BCLP

Speakers:

Rachel Matteo-Boehm

Jasdeep Atwal

Tech and AI Inside: Corporate Counsel Summit in Austin hosted by King & Spalding
Join us for conversations on the hot topic issues for in-house counsel on tech, cyber and AI. The afternoon event includes a networking lunch, CLEs - including 1 hour of ethics, and a Happy Hour.
Three (3) hours of Texas MCLE General Credit including One hour of ethics is approved for this Summit.

Moderator: Veronique Vernot, Apple, Inc.

AGENDA
• 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Registration
• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch
• 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM - Session 1 (3 mini sessions)
   i. AI 101 and Utilizing AI (Mini Session 1)
      Speakers:
        Luke Roniger, King & Spalding LLP
       Emily Apte, King & Spalding
A beginner-friendly overview of what AI is, how it works, and how it applies to the legal profession.

   ii. AI vs. IP - The Copyright Wars (Mini Session 2)
     Speaker: Sheri Hunter, King & Spalding LLP
This presentation discusses whether or not AI-generated works can be "owned" for purposes of IP protection. This issue is being heavily argued in the federal courts currently. Potential opportunities and issues associated with licensing creative works for use in training or teaching AI models will also be discussed.

iii. The Deepfake Challenge: From Boardroom to Breakroom (Mini Session 3)
        Speakers:
          Mike Galdo, King & Spalding LLP
          Alex Davey, King & Spalding LLP
Explore the evolving threat of AI-generated synthetic content and its impact across all levels of organizations. From the $25 million fraud at Arup Engineering to sophisticated executive impersonations at global companies like Ferrari and WPP, the presentation examines five critical areas where deepfakes create legal, financial, and reputational risks while providing practical strategies for building organizational resiliance against emerging threats.

• 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM - Session 2
Preparing for Cybersecurity False Claims Act Enforcement
      Speakers:
        Mike Galdo, King & Spalding LLP
        Alex Davey, King & Spalding LLP
Discussion of how the False Claims Act (FCA) is being used by private litigants, including employees, and by the government to seek millions in damages against government contractors and healthcare entities for failing to meet government cybersecurity standards. Topics include a background of the FCA, federal cybersecurity enforcement practices, whistleblowers profiles, and lessons-learned from recent FCA cyber cases.

• 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM - Break

• 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Session 3 including Ethics
AI Ethics Compliance
      Speakers:
        Rachel Johnson, King & Spalding LLP
         Cristina Nahidi, Omnicell, Inc.
        Da'Lacie McGrew, Peridot Eight
         Will Griffin, Speaker and Educator, University of Texas Good Systems initiative
AI tools are becoming more prevalent in the legal profession, and have the potential to improve how lawyers deliver legal services. But the use of AI tools also comes with risks, including generative AI's well-documented propensity to hallucinate or to introduce or exacerbate existing bias, and introduces potential ethical concerns in the legal profession. This panel focuses on understanding ethical considerations when using AI for legal work and highlights recent case studies.

• 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Happy Hour Networking

PARKING  ACC Austin will pay for parking. Please bring your parking voucher to registration for validation.

Join us for a tour of the Epson America Headquarters led by Kendra Jones, Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer at Epson, followed by a CLO panel discussion highlighting the evolving role of the General Counsel in corporate sustainability.

June 5th from 5-7

Epson America

3131 Katella Avenue

Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Sponsor: Ogletree Deakins

11:00 AM PST - WEBINAR

Please join Norton Rose Fulbright and the Southern California Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel for an insightful webinar where we will delve into the latest developments in cybersecurity and privacy litigation. As cybersecurity and privacy claims continue to evolve, understanding the emerging trends and applying practical solutions can help businesses mitigate litigation risks.

Topics:

• Emerging trends in cybersecurity and privacy litigation
• Practical solutions to litigation risk and overall takeaways

Norton Rose Fulbright speakers:

Ji Won Kim, Partner, Los Angeles

Eva Yang, Partner, Los Angeles

Sponsor: Norton Rose Fulbright

Please join us on the Zoom platform for our ACC-SFBA employment law consultation for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. This event is presented by Cozen O'Connor and organized in conjunction with the Justice & Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco (JDC).

FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025

The afternoon will consist of:

12:00pm: Lunch Delivery & Introductions

12:15 - 1:15pm: Volunteer Training (NEW Volunteers)
1:15 - 1:45pm: Volunteer Training (+ RETURNING Volunteers)
(CLE #1: 1.5 hours California Credit)

1:45 - 2:00pm: Breakout Room Prep Time for Volunteers
2:00 - 2:15pm: Non-Profit Introductions
2:15 - 4:00pm: Consultations
4:00 - 4:15pm: Break

4:15 - 5:15pm: "Hard to Get" CLE Happy Hour (CLE #2: 1.0 hour California Credit)

The event starts with a virtual CLE training session entitled "Employment Law Legal Audit for Nonprofit Organizations", by Cozen O’Connor, to update ACC members on employment law in California. Those who have never volunteered for this Pro Bono clinic before will join us at Noon.  Those who have volunteered before may choose to join at Noon OR 1:15PM for the latest updates. Next, members will be placed into small teams (with one or two other attorneys) to meet with their assigned nonprofit clients. Teams will have a couple hours to help their clients identify employment law issues and to counsel their clients. Cozen O'Connor employment attorneys will be standing by to assist with challenging questions.

All ACC members are welcome, regardless of your level of experience - you do not have to be an employment attorney to participate, and you are not required to provide pro bono services to your assigned clients after this event.

Examples of the types of non-profits these events have helped in the past include:

• An organization that empowers young mothers to complete their high school and post-secondary education and nurtures their children’s development
• An organization that supported low-income families during the pandemic by distributing packages of education essentials
• An organization that works on behalf of low-income immigrants and refugees through advocacy, education, legal services, and other community-based services

We will close the day with the "Hard to Get" CLE Happy Hour,  Cozen O'Connor will host a wine & cheese reception at your desk and offer "DEI and DEIA.......R.I.P.?", 1.0 hour Specialty MCLE, Implicit Bias.

 Join ACC Tennessee for its flagship
MBA in a Half Day CLE Program

Agenda

1:00-4:00 PM Central
Session I
MD&A Section of Financial Reports

Session II
Effective Communication with Finance & the C-Suite

Session III
ERM: Looking at Risk Beyond Legal

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2.0 General and 1.0 Dual
CLE Hours in Tennessee (Pending Approval)

All in house counsel welcome
Free for Members
$35 for Non Members

The ACC SoCal Attorney Well-Being Committee is excited to partner with Denton's on this family-friendly social and educational event

Event: Day at the Huntington—includes admission and box lunch for ACC members with our group at a reserved location. Guests and family may join, but you will need to purchase these tickets yourself (see below). 

Date: Saturday, May 3rd

Time: 9:30 am – 1:30  pm

Sign-Up: Space is limited so sign up soon to reserve your spot! 

Parking: Free but gets crowded so please arrive by 9:30

Getting there: Directions will be provided; carpools may be available 

Dining: We will have a group lunch at 12:00 at a reserved location; other options available throughout the day at your own cost.  

Guests/Family Members: You are welcome and encouraged! Please purchase tickets for your friends and family members at Admission—The Huntington. Be sure to select the 10:00 a.m. option.  Details:

· 9:30 –park and come to area by front gates

· 10:00 – we will all meet and form smaller groups 

· 12:00 – lunch as a group, box lunches provided to ACC members  

· 1:30 – 5:00, all are welcome to leave or stay until closing

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Huntington Library - Wikipedia

The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens, known as The Huntington,^[a] is a collections-based educational and research institution established by Henry E. Huntington (1850–1927) and Arabella Huntington (c.1851–1924) in San Marino, California, United States. In addition to the library, the institution houses an extensive art collection with a focus on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century European art and seventeenth- to mid-twentieth century American art. The property also has approximately 120 acres (49 ha) of specialized botanical landscaped gardens, including the "Japanese Garden", the "Desert Garden", and the "Chinese Garden" (Liu Fang Yuan).