Events

The 2020 California ballot initiative Proposition 22 reshaped the landscape of California’s gig economy and marks a significant shift in labor laws. Hosted by Faegre Drinker and moderated by Cheryl Orr, the firm’s labor and employment practice group leader, this panel will explore the litigation that followed in Castellanos v. State of California and how the outcome impacts labor laws, employers and workers. As the dust settles, Proposition 22 and the Castellanos decision are shaping a new labor reality, with companies and workers grappling with the implications for California’s gig economy and beyond. Take advantage of this opportunity for a timely CLE and lunch while networking with in-house colleagues!

Speakers:

Cheryl Orr, Partner, Faegre Drinker

Keith Chapman, General Counsel, Instawork

Antonio Raimundo, Senior Counsel, Litigation & Employment, Lyft

Agenda:

11:30AM - Registration, Networking, Lunch

12:00PM - 1:30PM Program, Q&A

AZA Presents: What Today's Lawyers Are Doing Wrong and How to Stop Them 

When it comes to trial, today's litigators often think like litigators. This is a problem. Juries do not think like litigators. In this CLE, Todd Mensing, Rey Flores and Jason McManis of AZA will present how in-house counsel can identify when their litigators are not preparing their case for the realities of a jury trial, and how to chart a course correction before it is too late. This includes how to pursue effective theme and story-building in discovery and trial, the correct use of visuals at trial, and powerful strategies for motivating juries.

One hour of Texas MCLE General Credit is approved for this presentation.

AGENDA

• 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Registration and Networking

• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Presentation and Lunch

PARKING

AZA will cover the cost of Moonshine valet parking - just mention you are there for the CLE or ACC-Austin Event.

Join ACC MN colleagues on Thursday, September 12, 2024, for a late-afternoon CLE program and reception at the Marquette Hotel Mississippi Room in Minneapolis.

Insights for In-House Counsel: From Day-to-Day Management to Big Picture Thinking
This discussion will center on actionable insights for in-house counsel around leading your legal teams, enterprise risk management, succession planning, working with board members, the interplay of business and legal advisor to your executives, current DEI best practices, and more. 

SPEAKERS
Cornell Boggs, Quarles Senior Strategic Advisor
Brad Vynalek, Quarles President

AGENDA
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Attendee check-in
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | CLE program
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Reception

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests.

1 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

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Thanks to our sponsor, Quarles!

Can a chessboard be the ultimate battleground for legal victories? The Association of Corporate Counsel St. Louis Chapter is betting on it.

Join ACC St. Louis and the Litigation Practice Area Network for an introduction to Chess as the Ultimate Battleground for legal victories!

This fall, members will embark on a unique journey to master the art of strategy and outsmart the competition – all while earning valuable CLE credits.

The Chapter is partnering with the World Chess Hall of Fame to offer four exclusive master classes taught by Grand Masters in Residence. From September to December, lawyers will delve into the intricacies of chess, learning how to apply ancient wisdom to modern legal challenges.

Each evening of chess will include lessons by a Grand Master, networking, food & beverages, attendance prize drawings and strategic learning!  Register for 1-session or for all the sessions.

*Attend all four sessions or only the dates that work for your schedule.*
     Wednesday, September 4th - "Adult Beginner Chess" Lesson & Networking     
     Tuesday, October 1st - "Opening Moves" Lesson & Networking     
      Wednesday, November 6th - "Endgame Techniques" Lesson & Networking     
      Wednesday, December 11th - CLE Program:  Defending the King in a Black and White World: How Political and Cultural Polarization Drives Jury Verdicts with Galloway & WCHOF GrandMaster Demonstartion

All Chess Levels Welcome!!

Schedule:      
     5:00 - 6:00 PM Valet Parking, Networking, chess play and food and beverages provided by Brennans. Tour the Chess Hall of Fame Exhibit Hall    
     6:00 - 6:30 PM "Adult Beginner Chess" lesson taught by GrandMaster in Residence Evgenij Miroshnichenko    
     6:30 - 7:00  PM Open Chess play and discussion of litigation topics at play

Location:       
     World Chess Hall of Fame     
     {[E-ADDRESS]}      
     Complimentary Valet Parking available.

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON for the kick off of our Chess as Litigation on Wednesday, {[E-START DATE]}!

The Bridges Group has always been about bringing Members together to learn more about the differences and similarities between people.

Please join the Diversity & Inclusion Bridges Group on Wednesday, September 18th for an evening hosted by the Kirkwood Human Rights Commission for a panel discussion of the Ferguson:  10 years Later - The Past, Present and Future.  

The panel will explore the impact of the "Forward Through Ferguson" report, which made specific recommendations for regional reform.  The panelists, who are all members of the Ferguson Report, will discuss which recommendations were adopted, which were not, and the reasons behind these outcomes. 

Panelists:
Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, Jr.
Co-Chair Richard McClure
Sgt. Kevin Ahlbrand
Former SLMPD Chief Daniel Isom

Information tables for local area Social Justice groups will be available.

Event Location:     
Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (KPAC)   
210 E. Monroe Avenue   
Kirkwood, MO  63122

Doors Open: 6:30 pm
Program:  7:00 - 8:30 pm

This event is free to pre-registered members.

ADDED:  Missouri CLE:  1.0 Hour Ethics Elimination of Bias

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Wednesday, September 18th!

Please join us for a networking event with a discussion led by Margot Jackson, Managing Director at Major Lindsey & Africa on negociating your salary for a new position or increasing your salary at your current job.  Cocktails and appetizers will be served.

Discussion of In-House Legal Market –

State of the Market (is the legal market growing or contracting?)

How to make sure that you get considered for roles

Personal Branding

The Importance of having a robust LinkedIn Profile

Building relationships with executive recruiters

Salary Negotiation Tips

How do you know if an offer is “market?

What is negotiable?

Are there non-cash components of compensation that are commonly negotiated?

How to Effectively Counter an offer

How to re-negotiate your compensation with your current employer

Effective Communication Styles to level up

Knowing your audience and altering your communication style accordingly

Learning the language of business

Should you move up or move on?

Join ACC NCR Professional Growth Partner Sponsor Major, Lindsey & Africa for a discussion on their 2024 Global In-House Counsel Compensation Survey.  The panelists will cover how legal team compensation has changed and identify trends to watch. They will also discuss how the use of AI technologies has impacted in-house practice as well as the associated regulatory landscape. Major, Lindsey & Africa’s in-house recruiting professionals will discuss in-house compensation based on role, geography, industry and company size.

Speakers include Deborah Ben-Canaan, Partner & Global Practice Leader for In-House Counsel Recruiting, Board Services and Edina Beasley, Partner, In-House Counsel Recruiting, Board Services at Major, Lindsey & Africa.

 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.