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Creative Options for Getting Paid by Vendors & Contractors
In a challenging economic environment, companies may need to explore creative options for handling AR collections, settling claims, and dealing with insolvent or distressed vendors and contractors. Join your ACC colleagues for this CLE program and lunch at the Stinson LLP office in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

Will Brunnquell, Counsel at Cargill, and Stinson partners Drew Glasnovich and CJ Harayda will share strategies for working with clients, vendors and contractors to ensure payment without damaging relationships and how to navigate insolvency proceedings in such situations

AGENDA

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Check-in and buffet lunch

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program presentation

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Networking

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.

Validated parking for the 50 South Sixth Street parking garage will be provided.

Thanks to our sponsor, Stinson LLP!

Join us on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, for breakfast and an ACC MN CLE program at French Meadow's Nord Social Hall in Minneapolis.

Anatomy of a Loss: What Every In-House Counsel Should Know to Avoid a Loss in Litigation
This program is designed to provide in-house counsel with valuable insights into the common pitfalls that can lead to unfavorable litigation outcomes. Presented by experienced trial lawyers Jan Conlin and Barry Landy of Ciresi Conlin LLP, the program offers practical strategies for identifying potential risks early, managing litigation effectively, and ensuring a proactive defense. Through a detailed analysis of real-world cases, Conlin and Landy will guide participants in understanding key factors that contribute to a loss and how to mitigate them to achieve better results in the courtroom.

AGENDA

7:45 AM - 8:30 AM | Check-in and buffet breakfast

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking and departures

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.

Off-street free parking is available nearby.

Thanks to our sponsor, Ciresi Conlin LLP!

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!

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!

ACC Tennessee in partnership with Silver Sponsor Patterson IP invites you to join us for a Virtual CLE Webinar. 

Title

"Keeping Secrets: The Art and Science of Trade Secret Protection"

Description

Please use the Event Link to register and to see more information about the event.

 ACC Tennessee members, as well as any in-house counsel interested in CLE Credit or learning more about ACC Tennessee, are welcome to attend.  

1.0 General CLE Credit approved in Tennessee.

Join ACC Minnesota and Fox Rothschild on Thursday, January 23, 2025, for our first ACC MN CLE program of the new year. 

Product Liability Litigation Checklist
Product liability claims can be complex challenges that impact a company’s reputation, product offerings, and bottom-line. Having a planned, strategic approach to addressing these claims is the first step to effectively managing the outcome. Join Fox Rothschild attorneys Randy Pattee and Michael Burke as they take ACC members through a product liability litigation checklist that will allow in-house counsel to proactively consider the various aspects of claims prevention, limiting exposure, and the formal claims process. Attendees will learn practical steps on how to defend against product liability actions while establishing best practices for data, company communications, and preserving attorney-client privilege. 

A buffet lunch will precede the program at The Club at Golden Valley.

AGENDA
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM | Attendee check-in
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Buffet lunch and networking
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program
  1:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Networking and departures

Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1.0 hour of standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota

Thanks to our sponsor, Fox Rothschild!

Join us for a fun and festive evening as ACC St. Louis hosts its February Social at ABC Distillery!

This is your chance to connect with fellow members, enjoy delicious appetizers, desserts, and craft cocktails, and explore the art of distilling with signature cocktail demonstrations and tastings.

Every attendee will receive a special take-home gift: a bottle of ACC St. Louis Special Reserve vodka or whiskey. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to mingle, relax, and savor exceptional drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.

Event Details:

• Date and Time:      
  Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
• Location:      
  ABC Distillery, 5232 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108  (complimentary parking in a private lot)
• Who Can Attend:      
  ACC St. Louis members and one guest (21+ only)

Event Highlights:

• Heavy appetizers, desserts, and an open bar (including non-alcoholic options upon request)
• Live cocktail demonstrations featuring vodka and whiskey - each guest gets two cocktails with additional open bar
• Curated tastings and views into the distilling process
• Special take-home gift: one bottle of ACC St. Louis Special Reserve vodka or whiskey per member
• Gift card drawings for additional surprises, including a tour and tasting for 10

Gift card drawings for additional surprises, including a tour and tasting for 10

This event is free for ACC St. Louis members and one guest, but a $40 fee will apply for no-shows or late cancellations after February 10th.

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, February 13th!