Events

GCs and CLOs are invited to join us for our next GC/CLO Lunch Club at South Jersey's newest steakhouse - Monterey Grill.  This lunch club will discuss "In-house Legal Talent Management and Development in a Remote/Hybrid World".  Our guest moderator will be Jeffelee McClain, Executive Director, Human Resources at PTC Therapeutics, Inc.  Jeffelee is the HR business partner supporting PTC’s in-house Legal, IP and Compliance teams.  Prior to joining PTC, Jeffelee was an HR business partner and leader at ExxonMobil for over 20 years.  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.

In an era where cyber threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace, staying informed about the latest trends and compliance measures is crucial for safeguarding your organization. This program will provide an overview of the current cyber-security cybersecurity landscape, focusing on the most pressing threats, the latest compliance requirements, and emerging enforcement trends.

Business crises can manifest in many forms – financial, personnel, organizational, technological – and can dramatically disrupt daily operations, compromise reputation, and affect the future of your company.  Even the best-managed businesses may be hit and having a crisis management plan in place before crises occur can mitigate the effects of a negative event and ensure you stay in compliance with internal policies and regulations. In addition, these crises can create legal jeopardy – for example, how can you defend yourself without making admissions that could hurt you in future litigation (e.g., Rule 1.6 - Confidentiality of Information).  

Join us for a Crisis Management Intensive that will provide an in-depth review of best practices for managing crises that will help minimize legal risk and explore how best to comply with the Virginia Rules of Professional Responsibility and Model Rules of Professional Conduct.  We will discuss effective communication strategies and provide practical advice for developing a comprehensive crisis response plan while also maintaining confidentiality and duties to third parties (e.g., Rule 5.3 Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyer Assistants).  

Presented by Paul Fishman and Amy Jeffress, Partners at Arnold & Porter, Derede McAlpin, Principal, Mitchell + Minter, along with Anjali Chaturvedi, VP & Associate General Counsel at BAE Systems, Inc.

Event Agenda:
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Registration and Lunch
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm - CLE Presentation

*ACC NCR annual relationship sponsors may send two representatives, except Diamond, which may send three.

Approved for 2.0 Hours of VA MCLE Ethics Credit.

Please join us for a ACC NCR Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group networking event to celebrate Diwali.  We are recognizing and celebrating the South Asian holiday of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at the Heritage India Festival at the Dulles Expo Center in northern Virginia.  Tickets for the 2024 Heritage India Festival are $5 per person per day, with children under 5 and below admitted free.    There is free parking at the shopping center.  Tina Rao will be at the point of contact and will be at the ticket door when you arrive.  This event is family-friendly and is geared to expose the South Asian culture to our group.  There will be a lot of vendors at the Festival to grab food and also South Asian shopping.  Please click on the link to learn more.  2024 Heritage India Festival | October 26-27, 2024, Dulles Expo Center (hifestival.com)We invite you to participate whether you self-identify as Asian American including Chinese, South Asian, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, or any other member of the Asian community, if you have intersecting identifies, or just want to join us for some good food and catching up.  We look forward to connecting with you! 

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.

5:00 – 5:30 pm  Registration & Networking
5:30 – 6:30 pm  Presentation
6:30 – 7:00 pm  Networking & Cocktails
 

Generative AI has capabilities to help lawyers work more efficiently.. As with any technology, lawyers must employ generative AI in a way that adheres to their professional responsibility obligations. Moreover, generative AI is drawing the interest of lawmakers and regulators around the world and in the U.S. lawyers need to be able to comprehend and utilize generative AI in their own practices as well as advise their clients on generative AI. This presentation will analyze generative AI from the perspective of lawyer ethics including examining the ethical considerations of using or advising on generative AI, and recommending best practices for lawyers regarding their duties of confidentiality, disclosure, supervision, client communication, and competence. 

The presentation will cover:

• The characteristics of  generative artificial intelligence and how it is being used in the legal profession
• Rules and Guidance from Courts and Bar Associations
• Rules of Professional Conduct
• Practical Tips and Best Practices

The post-COVID labor and employment law landscape now presents both unique challenges, reimagined variations on familiar themes, and new legislation that requires a fresh look at how to protect businesses from plaintiff-employees and empowered government agencies. In this presentation Tarter, Krinsky & Drogin LLP will focus on five topics:

• Employment agreements: Have you thought about including X and removing Y? 
• Termination letters: Some bells and whistles are valuable options
• Updated strategies on how to approach pre-litigation settlements
• Relevant labor and employment opportunities in the post-Chevron world
• How to answer if a union comes knocking

Please join members of the ACC Georgia Board for our first ever networking reception in Savannah! We are excited to keep bringing corporate counsel from around our great state into the fold. We will be inviting current and prospective corporate counsel members from around the Savannah area and hope others will make the trip.

Special thanks to the Hunter Maclean law firm for helping plan the event. 

While we understand that some "no shows" are unavoidable, if you need to cancel, we ask for 48 hours’ notice to georgia@accglobal.com.

Join us for an exclusive discussion tailored for in-house counsel, focusing on the critical balance between professional responsibilities and personal well-being. Discover actionable insights and strategies on how to achieve a harmonious work-life balance while elevating your personal and professional brand. 

Whether you're looking to enhance your professional presence or seeking practical tips to better manage your time and energy, this session offers expert advice and valuable takeaways designed to empower your career journey.

Please join us for an interactive session on a hypothetical cyber and data privacy incident – spanning negotiations with threat actors and breach notification requirements – to the post-breach investigations and litigation, including leveraging AI technology and workflows. This exercise is designed to enhance preparedness and decision-making in real-world cyber incidents, as well share best practices for faster and more effective response to data incidents. This session will also cover practical and proactive measures to mitigate cyber and privacy risks.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Registration

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Program

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM Optional Q&A Session

Speakers:

• Linda Criblez, Deputy Director of Homeland Security, Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency
• Wendy King, Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting
• Rachel Reid, Partner, Head of Artificial Intelligence, Eversheds Sutherland
• Todd Renner, Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting

CLE will be applied for.