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ARBITRATION: THE MYTHS, THE PROS, THE CONS, AND THE BEST FIT

• This fast-paced excursion through arbitration will address:
• The doctrinal foundation of arbitration
• Arbitration service providers and service models
• Arbitration myths—why they persist and why they are mythical
• Advantages of arbitration, and how they can be enhanced by a well-drafted agreement
• Disadvantages of arbitration, and how they can be mitigated by a well-drafted agreement
• Which cases are best fit for arbitration
• International arbitration
• Drafting an arbitration clause, including the issue of mandatory mediation

Please join Quarles & Brady, the Association for Women Lawyers (AWL), the Institute for Women’s Leadership (IWL), and ACC Wisconsin for a luncheon and panel discussion on issues highlighted in the Law Firm Equity Initiative. The panelists will provide their perspectives on the Initiative’s core themes of gender inequity in legal leadership, forming relationships with legal professionals, and creating and implementing a plan to address these inequities. An updated 2022 report will be available for the panel discussion. 

There is no charge to attend this program, but advance registration is required. Please RSVP by Tuesday, March 29. 

COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols
This is an in-person event. Marquette University Law School requires all guests to wear a tight-fitting mask inside all Marquette buildings when not actively eating or drinking. Consider layering a disposable mask with an overlying tight-fitting cloth mask.

CLE
Quarles & Brady LLP will apply for 1.0 CLE credit after the program in all applicable states. All participants seeking CLE credit must sign-in at the event.

How to Protect Confidential Information, Relationships, & Talent When a Key Employee Resigns

April 20, 2022 | Noon - 1 p.m. CT 

Join Godfrey & Kahn and the Association of Corporate Counsel – Wisconsin for a lunchtime presentation on How to Protect Confidential Information, Relationships, & Talent When a Key Employee Resigns.

Employee departures are becoming more and more frequent during the current market. A proactive enforcement plan can prevent the loss of client relationships, unfair competition, and disclosure of competitive intelligence. Knowing the right steps to take immediately following a resignation can prevent or limit the fallout from a departing employee’s theft of confidential information and trade secrets. Join attorneys Maria Kreiter and Brian Spahn when they cover what you need to know to protect your business during.

This session, comprised of panelists from Polsinelli, Beazley Insurance and Arthur J. Gallagher, who have assisted organizations in responding to hundreds of ransomware incidents, will address:

•    Ransomware trends,
•    The role of insurance in the ransomware response process,
•    The impact that the proliferation of ransomware events has had on the cyber insurance market, and
•    The steps that organizations can take to best position themselves when applying for cyber insurance.

ACC Houston Small In-House Legal Department Practice Group CLE
Intro to Litigation Finance for IP Cases and More
March 29, 2022 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | 1.00 Hrs CLE (TX)

We invite you to join us for a CLE presentation for small in-house legal department members on hidden financial opportunities in litigation finance. Litigation funding is particularly appropriate for startup and small capitalization companies who typically might not have the financial resources to enforce their IP or other litigious matters.  This panel will discuss what “litigation finance” is and, when it is available, how litigation finance can open doors for companies that otherwise might not be able to leverage existing IP assets. The panel will also discuss typical terms of an IP funding deal and what to look for in negotiating terms and selecting counsel for these types of deals.

We're excited to announce the return of the ACC Austin Spa Event! This year's event will again be held at the Fairmont Austin and will include three hours of FREE CLE credit, breakfast, and a networking lunch with cocktails. We'll also have a FREE wine tasting in the afternoon!

After lunch, if your schedule permits, we invite you to enjoy a relaxing spa service at the Fairmont Spa. Availability is limited and will fill up quickly, so be sure to secure your spa appointment early!  Your spa access will include:

• Private Men's and Women's spa facilities;
• Private Men's and Women's Lounges.   

Spa service guests are also permitted to use the Fairmont fitness centre and spa facility in the afternoon.

THIS YEAR'S SPA TREATMENT OPTIONS

Attendees can choose one of the options below:

1. Personalized Massage (50 minutes)
2. Purifying Detox Facial (50 minutes)
3. Pedicure (50 minutes)

EVENT FEES

• 3 hours CLE credit- FREE
• Breakfast, lunch, and cocktails - FREE
• Massage OR Facial - Your cost $100ACC Austin will pay the remaining $122 fee which includes taxes and gratuity.

• Pedicure - Your cost $46

  ACC Austin will pay the remaining $56 fee which includes taxes and gratuity.

TO BOOK YOUR SPA APPOINTMENT: 

Contact the Fairmont Spa directly at 512-524-4600 or at aus.spa@fairmont.com. You must inform the spa you are with the ACC group upon booking your spa service. Appointments are available from 1pm-6pm.  A credit card will be required to complete booking the spa service requested. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled reservation.  

IMPORTANT: You are responsible for contacting the spa to schedule, pay or cancel your service.  If you cancel your spa service within 14 days of your scheduled service or are late to your scheduled appointment, your credit card will be charged a $100 cancellation fee and ACC-Austin will be charged for the remaining $122 of your appointment.  

We look forward to spending the day with you at the beautiful Fairmont Austin!

AGENDA:  

8:00-9:00 am - Registration & Breakfast

 9:00-10:30 am - CLE Session

10:30-10:45 am - Break

10:45 am-12:15 pm - CLE Session

12:30-2:00 pm - Lunch

2:00-4:00PM - Wine Tasting

1:00-6:00 pm - Spa treatments; casual networking, cocktails

CLE CREDIT:

3 hours of Texas MCLE credit will be applied for.

PARKING:

Complimentary validation for self or valet parking at the Fairmont.

ACC's Pro Bono and Volunteer Committee has planned our first ACC Austin Volunteer Day! This event will be held on Saturday afternoon, May 21, 2022, at Central Texas Food Bank.

WHAT IS IT?
ACC Austin has reserved a warehouse shift at Central Texas Food Bank. YOu can review the volunteer FAQ here. By signing up to volunteer, you agree to adhere to all health and safety requirements listed in the CTFB FAQs.

WHO IS IT FOR?
We welcome ACC members, guests, and their families to join us for this volunteer opportunity. If the registration is full, please email austin@accglobal.com to be added to the waiting list!

ATTENDANCE AND COVID SAFETY INFORMATION:
This event will take place indoors in the CTFB Warehouse. ACC Austin asks that attendees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before joining us at any of our chapter's in-person events.

You're invited to ACC Austin's first in-person social event since 2020!

Come and enjoy happy hour with heavy hors d'oeuvres at The Line Austin in the P6 Lounge. This exciting location has an open air rooftop garden lounge with sweeping views of South Austin and Lady Bird Lake. A selection of mediterranean small plates, wine, beer, and cocktails will be served while you relax, network, and enjoy.

ATTENDANCE AND COVID SAFETY INFORMATION:
This event will take place outdoors in the rooftop garden lounge. The lounge is partially covered and heaters will be provided as needed. ACC Austin asks that attendees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before joining us at any of our chapter's in-person events.

Join your colleagues for a North Suburban networking great time at our Pinstripes April get-together.  Space is limited so RSVP now!

We will have snacks and beverages.

Now more than ever it is critical for in-house lawyers to show their value, along with that of the legal department. A critical skill is being able to speak the language of business – numbers. While you may not need an MBA, you can definitely show how much of a superstar you are if you know the basics of corporate finance.

What you’ll learn:
•    The basics of corporate finance;
•    The difference between a cash flow statement, balance sheet, and P&L;
•    Key terms and important formulas that give insight into how the business is operating;
•    A lot more!

This is also a great refresher for those of us who are already familiar with the basics.