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Join us for a great Lunch & Learn at The Mercury! Registration - 11:30 am Lunch Service begins at 11:45 am CLE Presentation - 12:00-1:00 pm followed by Dessert, Questions & Networking
As ACC Austin plans to open its 2026 sponsorship window, we want to personally invite you to our ACC Austin Sponsorship Kick-Off Event. It will be a wonderful opportunity for you and your team to meet with current and past board members and share your goals for potential sponsorship. We’ll have plenty of appetizers and beer and wine. Please join us!
Meet with leaders of local nonprofit organizations to provide a free legal assessment. You will work with 2 to 3 other in-house attorneys and paralegals to help determine whether the organization you assist is operating in good overall legal health. Training with CLE credit will be provided.
Professional liability coverage is available by LegalCORPS for all participating attorneys and paralegals.
To register to volunteer for the event, please complete the registrationby Monday, September 29, 2025.
It's time for another program for our members who are morning persons! Enjoy breakfast and this ACC MN CLE program on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at The Lynhall in south Minneapolis.
Expanding Enforcement of the False Claims Act
The Department of Justice has signaled its intent to broaden application of the False Claims Act (FCA). Companies and institutions that have not traditionally viewed the FCA as a material risk may now find themselves under scrutiny. This CLE, presented by former U.S. Attorney B. Todd Jones and former Assistant U.S. Attorney Bahram Samie, will provide historical background of the FCA, describe the role of whistleblowers, and offer insight into evolving enforcement priorities and their implications for businesses and institutions across industries. Attendees will also gain practical guidance on mitigating risk in this shifting enforcement landscape.
AGENDA 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Buffet breakfast 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | CLE program 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Networking
Admission is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests.
ACC Houston Best Practices Practice Group CLE Reading the Room Before Trial: How to Use (and Not to Use) Mock Trials October 2, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Little Rey
Reading the Room Before Trial: How to Use (and Not to Use) Mock Trials will give in-house counsel a candid look at trial best practices as they relate to mock trials. AZA partners, who try more high-stakes cases to verdict than nearly any other firm, will share how they use mock trials to sharpen themes, uncover vulnerabilities, and better predict jury reactions. You’ll hear practical insights and best practices on when mock trials provide real value—and when they can do more harm than good—so you can make smarter litigation decisions.
“The Algorithm Made Me Do It: AI and the Future of Legal Ethics”
Description:
Please join ACC TN and Gold Sponsor Husch Blackwell for a Lunch & Learn CLE Program on "The Algorithm Made Me Do It: AI and the Future of Legal Ethics" at their office in Nashville, TN. We look forward to seeing you there!
Agenda:
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Check-In / Lunch
12:00 - 1:00 PM CLE Program
Additional Information:
Approved for 1.0 hours of dual Ethics CLE credit in Tennessee.
Parking:
There are two entrances to the parking garage: one on Commerce Street and one on 5thAve. The entrance at 501 Commerce Street is the closest to our offices. Just drive in and park in any spot not marked Reserved. Once parked, take the elevator to the Lobby and then check in with the front desk. We are on the 16thfloor, Suite 1620. You will need to provide your license plate number to receive a validation.
ACC Houston and Texas Lawbook CLE The Texas Business Court at One Year September 30, 2025 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | 1910 Courthouse
You are invited to join The Texas Lawbook and the Houston Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel for a lunch program on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at the 1910 Courthouse reviewing the first full year of the Texas Business Court. A panel of Texas Business Court judges and litigation partners will discuss noteworthy developments, decisions and updates.
ACC Houston Career Development Webinar Beyond the Title: Building Influence in the Legal Profession September 24, 2025 | 12 - 1 pm | Zoom
Join the ACC Houston Chapter and Gibson Arnold & Associates for Beyond the Title: Building Influence in the Legal Profession. This hour-long webinar will focus on strategies for legal professionals to cultivate influence, expand their impact, and advance their careers beyond their formal titles.
Beyond the Title: Building Influence in the Legal Profession • What does it mean to have influence in the legal profession without a formal leadership title? • How can lawyers develop leadership skills when traditional leadership roles are limited? • What are the most effective ways to build credibility and authority within a legal team? • What opportunities are available for career advancement without managing others? • What strategies can legal professionals use to advocate for themselves and their ideas? • How does emotional intelligence play a role in building influence in the legal industry? • What does it mean to have influence in the law department without a formal leadership title? • If a law department’s structure is flat & there is not much room for advancement what options are there for growth in an organization?