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ACC Houston International Legal Affairs Practice Group CLE
International Arbitration: Key Issues to Take into Account When Considering International Arbitration & Negotiating the Arbitration Clause
April 23, 2024 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Willie G's

Join us for a panel focusing on key considerations when using an international arbitration clause.  We will discuss what are the key considerations taken into account when deciding to use an international arbitration clause and key issues to address when negotiating international arbitration previsions, things to watch out for and how to strategically review arbitration clauses in contracts, and the process of picking an arbitrator.

AI is transforming industries, reshaping the way businesses operate and driving innovation at an unprecedented pace.

Join us for AI unplugged – bridging innovation and regulation, covering topic discussions such as:
•    Governance policies and board oversight
•    Navigating inherent IP risks
•    Risk management analysis
•    Third-party contracting
•    Inside look into how in-house lawyers are using AI

As with all innovation there will be challenges, particularly when it comes to navigating the intricate web of regulations and ethical considerations.  

We will be joined by a special guest for a fireside chat.

ACC Mid-America Chapter and Shook Hardy & Bacon LLP

JOINTLY PRESENT 

Be Aware: Your AI Has Implicit Bias, Too!

Presented by: Caroline Gieser, Associate and Yara Rashad, Associate 

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

12:00PM – 1:00PM 

Virtual Zoom Presentation

 

Program Description:  Companies and law firms are looking for ways to commit to meaningful change in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI). For those efforts to be successful, it is critical to better understand the ways in which implicit bias manifests itself in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). As more and more companies integrate AI in their products, services, and processes, the need for fairness and non-discrimination in AI-based decision-making becomes increasingly important. This panel will offer practical strategies on how companies can detect and mitigate ethical risks rooted in implicit bias as they leverage AI to improve productivity and performance.

Course Outline:

·         DEI & AI Overview (15 minutes)

·         Implications of Using AI (15 minutes)

·         Ethical Best Practices & Mitigating Risk (25 minutes)

·         Conclusion and Q&A (5 minutes)

We encourage members to bring an associate or colleague that may be interested in joining the ACC Mid-America Chapter. The Association of Corporate Counsel offers numerous benefits and resources to in-house counsel including CLE offerings and networking opportunities and we look forward to sharing that information with others in the field.


Click HERE to Register by May 6, 2024
*Continuing Legal Education Credits pending in Kansas. 

Nebraska- Approved for 1.0 Hour Professional Responsibility Credit

Missouri- Approved for 1.2 Hours of Ethics/Elimination of Bias Credit

Having trouble with the link? Please copy and paste this URL:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Zd1cvbZQSZq6nkufFDyYGw  

Join us for an afternoon of discussion on “Leading the Way” -- how to cultivate and amplify leadership in the important areas in-house counsel are currently facing including Ethics, Technology and the Workplace.

1:30 Registration
2:00-5:30 - CLE
5:30-6:30 - Happy Hour

Start Early and celebrate Cinco De Mayo with your ACC friends and colleagues. The fiesta includes all your favorites plus tequila tasting! Bring a colleague (in-house counsel, please). 

Join us at noa in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, for a late-afternoon CLE program and happy hour with ACC colleagues.

Trade Secrets vs. Patents: Determining the Best Protection for Your IP

While patents and trade secrets each offer protection for intellectual property (IP) assets, they differ in several key aspects, including the nature and duration of protection offered, the criteria for obtaining them, and the means of enforcement. Understanding these distinctions equips businesses and innovators to make informed decisions on how to most effectively protect their IP.

During this presentation, Fish & Richardson attorneys Craig Deutsch and Kiersten Batzli will compare and contrast patents and trade secrets, including how to obtain and enforce them and how to determine which is best for your IP. Craig and Kiersten's discussion will cover:

     •  The basics of patents and trade secrets     
     •  Strategic considerations for securing IP protection.

AGENDA
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Check-in and refreshments
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | CLE program
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Social 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. 

Validated parking will be provided for the IDS Center Ramp if so requested during registration.

Thanks to our sponsor, Fish & Richardson P.C.!

The Coming Effect of Artificial Intelligence and Implications in the Legal Services Industry: Learn how AI is driving efficiencies and also causing disruption in legal operations.

Indulge in an evening of culinary delight at a private buy-out of The Aviary.

This special event will feature a 5-course cocktail progression, each thoughtfully accompanied by perfectly paired bites.

This bespoke experience promises not only a journey through exquisite flavors, but also an opportunity to mingle with friends and colleagues in a relaxed, unique setting.

Join the ACC WI and Amundsen Davis (f/k/a Davis Kuelthau and Smith Amundsen) for a social event like no other.  On April 24th, test your artistic skills by forging your very own fireside beverage holder – perfect for those classic Wisconsin summer night bonfires.  Not a fan of campfires? This forged beverage holder easily serves as garden art as well.  Family-owned Milwaukee Blacksmith will teach each participant the art of forging hand-crafted ironwork that is both functional and artistic.

 

Cocktails and appetizers will be provided. Closed-toe shoes are required.  It is also recommended that you wear clothes that can get dirty though it is unlikely that you will get dirty (unless you prefer to – we encourage you to immerse yourself in the experience however you see fit).

 

The class size is limited so register early.  A waiting list will be established if we reach capacity. 

 

Location:

Milwaukee Blacksmith, Inc
4820 S. 10th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53221

 

Schedule:

Registration & Appetizers: 4:00 – 4:30
Class: 4:30 – 6:30 PM

Show and Tell/Additional Social Time:  6:30 – 7:30


 

Use the link to register: https://forms.gle/eEPcSrm8NLDCzJBQ9

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