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Join Bloomberg Law and ACC Chicago for a one-hour CLE panel providing an in-house counsel's perspective on the impact of artificial intelligence systems on various legal and operational aspects within a company. During this panel we will delve into how AI technologies influence HR hiring systems, intellectual property (IP) management, cybersecurity, and privacy concerns. By examining these areas, our analysis will highlight both the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, offering insights into how in-house counsel can navigate the evolving landscape of technology-driven legal and compliance issues.
Deep in the Heart of the Texas Business Courts: What Attorneys Need to Know December 10, 2024 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Maggiano’s Little Italy 1.00 Hours CLE (TX)
Join us for insights into the newly operational Texas Business Courts from one of the first firms to practice there! In this session, Gray Reed attorneys will delve into the unique procedures and jurisdictional framework of these specialized courts, provide clarity around the new court's structure and initial operational experiences, and discuss the potential future impacts the new court may have on business litigation in Texas, both in the next few years and for decades to come.
ACC Houston November Chapter Meeting CLE Current Ethical Issues for Corporate Counsel November 12, 2024 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Maggiano's Little Italy
This program addresses ethical obligations under various circumstances that might reasonably be expected to confront an in-house attorney in the course of his or her work. Among other topics, the presentation covers reporting-up and reporting-out obligations; privileges in internal investigations; and privileges in the context of email communications.
This one-hour CLE-accredited seminar will address a boardroom and legal department hot topic – should I use AI in my business and what risks does it pose? What opportunities does it present? This panel features Cheryl Falvey, a former general counsel of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), William Frankel, a veteran IP litigator, Jessica Itzkowitz, a leading legal practice innovation attorney, and Eric Ransom a former in-house counsel from an AI start-up. In-house counsel will walk away with a good understanding of Generative AI policies, and practical recommendations for risk mitigation and effective use of Generative AI both in legal departments and in your businesses more broadly.
Since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard College last June, many employers in the private sector worry their own diversity policies and initiatives may be at risk. Join us for an engaging discussion where panelists will share why they are still committed to their DEI programs, what practical changes have been implemented in their organizations and how they continue to recruit, retain and develop employees who are underrepresented. A networking reception will follow the panel discussion.
Join us for an interactive discussion on "Doing Tomorrow's Technology Deals." This roundtable is a unique opportunity to discuss the latest trends and innovations shaping technology dealmaking. You will have a chance to engage with peers and share both lunch and insights on what you and they see ahead. The roundtable will be moderated by partners in Mayer Brown’s market-leading technology and outsourcing practice.
ACC Chicago Roundtables are designed to give those who are interested in a particular topic a chance to interact and discuss in an intimate small group session.
This presentation will cover evolving and emerging issues in employment law including recent Illinois legislative and case law developments. Topics will include pay transparency, non-competes, paid leave, AI and employees, employee notice requirements, anticipated changes to overtime rules, and other things to look out for in 2024.
Please join us for a presentation on the ever-evolving privacy laws that impact Illinois employers, followed by a chocolate and wine tasting. Best practices pair with the management of employees’ personal data like fine wine pairs with chocolate.
Illinois has adopted several privacy protection statutes that regulate the use of wide-ranging personal data, including biometric and genetic information. This panoply of laws has sparked a rise in class action lawsuits, along with debate about potential amendments to the statutes. Amid all of this, business leaders and HR professionals are tasked with making sense of the regulations and implementing compliant policies for the collection and use of sensitive information.
This one-hour CLE program will examine Illinois’ privacy protections and explore important lessons learned – sometimes the hard way. Attendees will acquire a better understanding of the key pitfalls concerning the management of private data under BIPA, GIPA, and PIPA, along with the best practices that companies can implement to avoid consequences.
A chocolate and wine tasting will follow the program. Chocolates provided by local female-owned company Vosges Haut Chocolat.
Kimberly Cheeseman, Jamila Mensah and Rachel Roosth uncover the newest litigation trends and benchmarks fueled by comprehensive research and industry insight. They will explore key areas of concern and have a practical discussion about what your organization can do to prepare for the year ahead.