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It's the 6th Annual ACC MN Oktoberfest CLE event with Carlson Caspers! Whether you're a generalist or an IP specialist, you'll like the fast-paced format of this interactive CLE program. Rotating small-group discussions will cover substantive law and legal strategy in three hot-topic areas of intellectual property law.

Join us on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at The Collaborative in downtown Minneapolis, starting at 3:00 PM. After the CLE program, an Oktoberfest reception will feature German beverages, plus culinary delights from Terry John Zila. 

AGENDA

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Check-in and refreshments

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Round-robin CLE program

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Reception and networking

The program is free and open to ACC members and to in-house counsel first-time guests. 1 Standard CLE credit is pending in Minnesota.

Thanks to our sponsor, Carlson Caspers!

Wrap up your work week with a delicious lunch and an interactive ACC MN CLE program at Noa in the IDS Center on Friday, September 19, 2025.

LKQ One Year Later: What’s New With Design Patents?
In LKQ v. GM, the Federal Circuit, sitting en banc, overruled the long-standing Rosen-Durling framework for assessing the obviousness of design patents, adopting what the Court said was a “more flexible approach” to obviousness. Please join Fish & Richardson for a discussion of design patents, why they matter, and how things have (and have not) changed in design patent law in the year since LKQ. Our hosts will cover the following topics:

• Substantive legal developments
• Enforcement trends
• Prosecution and post-grant trends

AGENDA
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Check-in and plated lunch
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | CLE program
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.

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

Please join the ACC Membership Committee on Thursday, August 28th for the FINAL Thirsty Thursday Summer Happy Hour!

All ACC members are welcome to stop by anytime between 5:30-7:30 pm and grab a bite and beverage with fellow members. 

We especially encourage new members and those who have not attended an ACC event in a while to reconnect with ACC!

Come see why ACC St. Louis Chapter is a three-time winner of ACC’s Chapter of the Year and six-time Gold Level Chapter of Excellence winner! 

Join the tasting to find your favorite Edgewild wine!

Time: 

5:30 - 7:30 PM 

Location:

Edgewild Restaurant & Winery
550 Chesterfield Center
Chesterfield, MO  63017

We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, August 28th at Edgewild!

Join the ACC St Louis Labor & Employment PAN and McMahon Berger for a relaxing, informational happy hour to discuss the lastest trends on Thursday, October 23rd at Kreis'
Steakhouse.   Cocktails and heavy appetizers will be
provided.

Come away with more information on:

• Dept. of Labor updates,
• The NLRB,
• The Resurgence of Prop A and
• State Employment Law Trends to Keep an Eye On.

CLE Value:
1.2 Hours Missouri

Date:

Thursday, October 23rd

Location:

Kreis' Steakhouse
535 S. Lindbergh Blvd
St Louis, MO  63131

Schedule: 

4:30 - 5:00 - CLE Check-in, networking and speaker
introductions
5:00 - 6:00 pm - Program
6:00 - 6:30 pm - Heavy appetizers and cocktail reception

We look forward to seeing you IN PERSON on Thursday, October 23rd! 

Join the ACC St Louis Litigation PAN and Ogletree Deakins for a virtual program "Practical Steps for Navigating a New Federal Enforcement Era:  Building Legally Defensible Employment Decisions" on Wednesday, November 5th via Zoom.

As the EEOC and other federal agencies intensify enforcement efforts, employers are seeing a resurgence of litigation over hiring, promotion, and pay practices.

This session will explore how recent cases underscore the importance of data-driven compliance and proactive risk mitigation.

Attendees will gain practical guidance on:

• Building legally defensible employment decisions through privileged, attorney-directed bias testing,
• Root-cause analysis, and
• Structured decision-making.

Learn how these tools can be used not only to improve fairness and consistency but also to strengthen litigation posture and reduce exposure across the employment lifecycle—from sourcing and selection to performance evaluation, compensation, and termination.

Date:

Wednesday, November 5th

CLE Value:

1.2 Hours - Missouri

Schedule: 

11:50 - 12:00 pm - Zoom line open for check-in
12:00 - 1:00 pm - Program

We look forward to seeing you ONLINE on Wednesday, November 5th! 

Join ACC St. Louis and Tueth Keeney for lunch and 90-minute CLE on Thursday, November 13th at the Westborough Country Club!

Topics will include:

Anatomy of an Employment Lawsuit

Jim and Mollie will outline the anatomy of an employment claim, from Charge of Discrimination through appeal, and discuss best practices at each stage. 

Speakers: Jim Layton & Mollie Mohan

Recent Executive and Judicial Actions Related to DEI

Margaret and Sarah will discuss recent executive and judicial actions related to employers’ implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and trainings, and tips to mitigate risk. 

Speakers: Margaret Hesse & Sarah McConnell

Immigration Law Updates

Melanie and Calvin will discuss immigration law updates, including executive actions impacting employment eligibility, recent changes to the USCIS submission process, among other hot topics.

Speakers: Melanie Keeney and Calvin Bill

Time:

11:00 - 11:30 - CLE Check-in and Networking
11:30 - 12:00 - Lunch Served
12:00 - 1:30 - CLE Presentation

Location:
Westborough Country Club
631 South Berry Road
St. Louis, MO   63122 

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Thursday, November 13th at Westborough Country Club!

Join ACC St. Louis and the 2025 Sponsors for a magical evening of networking and illusions on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Museum of Illusions! 

• Immerse yourself in intriguing illusions and interactive exhibits!
• Enjoy delicious charcuterie and wines selected for you.
• Come for a chance at amazing raffle prizes and go home with new connections and your own special gift.

Schedule:

  5:30 – Registration check-in, networking, and drinks and hors d’oeuvres   
  6:30 – Raffle Drawings and continue your tour of the illusions   
  7:30 – Adjourn

Location:

  Museum of Illusions   
  3730 Foundry Way   
  St. Louis, MO  63110   
  Complimentary parking on lot

 Get to know our amazing 2025 Sponsors and your in-house colleagues on a new level during an evening of fun and professional networking.

 *This is a complimentary event for members and sponsors.

 A credit card will be required to complete registration, but only be charged for no-show or late cancellation after 12:00 pm on October 27, 2025.

Join ACC St. Louis and Polsinelli as they are pleased to share this popular ACC National webinar.  

A panel comprised of Polsinelli  professionals and in-house counsel will provide insight into how to evaluate, pilot and implement AI tools in a deliberate and process-driven manner. 

The previously-recorded presentation will be displayed on the state-of-the-art audio system and television wall in The Hall at Olive + Oak. 

The panel covers best practices and how to embrace innovation without compromising quality of work or professional obligations to internal and external clients.  They also exchange ideas on effective ways to champion positive results and promote widespread adoption.

Enjoy an “AI-inspired” cocktail and hors d’oeuvres afterwards with some networking and mingling.   

CLE Value: 
1.2 Hours CLE in Missouri

Schedule:
4:30 - 5:00 PM CLE Check-In
5:00 - 6:00 PM CLE Program
6:00 - 7:00 PM Networking, Cocktails and Appetizers   

Location: 
Olive + Oak
216 W. Lockwood Ave.
Webster Groves, MO  63119
Parking available on street and open lot across the street

We look forward to seeing you IN-PERSON on Wednesday, October 1, 2025!