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ACC Houston Environmental Law Practice Group CLE Webinar Texas Environmental Law Forecast for a Biden Administration December 15, 2020 | 12 - 1 pm | 1.00 hours CLE (TX)
Beveridge & Diamond’s panel of speakers will discuss how we expect the Biden Administration will impact the environmental landscape for industry operating in Texas. We will provide an overview of how new federal priorities regarding climate change, energy policy, environmental justice, and other issues are likely to change the dynamics between TCEQ and EPA, including the regulatory requirements and related enforcement directed at Texas facilities. This session will also cover the anticipated impact on environmental litigation, citizen suits and beyond.
ACC Houston December Chapter Meeting CLE Webinar The 2020 Election Is Finally Over (Or Will Be Soon): What Business Leaders Should Expect From The Biden Administration December 8, 2020 | 12-1 pm | 1.00 hours CLE (TX)
The election is over, and President-elect Joe Biden is set to take the reins on January 20, 2021. Join Bracewell trial lawyer Bryan Dumesnil as he leads a discussion with Josh Zive, a Senior Principal in Bracewell’s Policy Resolution Group, on what business leaders should expect from the Biden Administration. The topics covered will include the First 100 Days, Energy, the Environment, Tax, Trade, Labor & Employment, and more.
ACC Houston CLE Webinar: Managing Your In-house Career in Difficult Times
It’s your time to move forward
Please join our panel for a thought-provoking discussion on the current opportunities and trends that in-house counsel can leverage to shape and strengthen their careers during this transformative time.
Jodie Curtis and Jim Twaddell of The District Policy Group, Faegre Drinker’s federal lobbying and government relations team, will share insights on what to expect from the new U.S. Congress in 2021. They will discuss the key players, policy priorities and implications for certain industries. Attendees will learn more about the primary issues facing Capitol Hill in 2021.
This program discusses the benefits of, and business case for, diversity and inclusion. It addresses all forms of diversity and gently encourages self-examination (in terms of the diversity of those in whom we place our trust) and greater self-awareness of potentially offensive words and deeds. In addition, this program offers concrete suggestions to create a more diverse and inclusive work environment, thereby improving and strengthening the organization.
This presentation will cover the complex considerations businesses should keep in mind regarding restrictive covenants and protection of trade secrets as they face the long-term implications of employing a more remote workforce.
Topics covered will include:
Restrictive covenant issues, including non-solicitation and non-compete agreements
Onboarding considerations, including employee restrictions and information inventory
Preventing trade secret misappropriation
Employee access/technology in remote work situations
ACC Houston Diversity CLE Webinar
Implicit Bias in the Courts - with our featured speaker Judge Vanessa Gilmore
December 3, 2020 | 12 - 1 pm | 1.00 hours CLE (TX)
Judges must guard against implicit bias and should consciously reject stereotypes, attitudes, and preferences, to prevent implicit bias from affecting the application of the law. Learn more when you join ACC and Judge Gilmore for this candid conversation.
ACC Houston IP Practice Group CLE Webinar Pre-Trial Litigation Ethics Considerations in the Current and Post-Pandemic Environment November 12, 2020 | 11:30 am - 12.30 pm | 1.00 hours CLE (TX) Includes 1.00 hours Ethics credits
Two seasoned attorneys discuss intellectual property pre-trial litigation ethical considerations and concerns in light of the changing legal environment during and post-pandemic. Richard Whiteley, partner at Bracewell LLP and Todd Bynum, Managing IP Counsel at ConocoPhillips will discuss the issues from both an in-house and outside counsel perspective.