The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is the world's largest organization serving the professional and business interests of attorneys who practice in the legal departments of corporations, associations, nonprofits and other private-sector organizations around the globe.
Remember being scared of the creature hiding under the bed when you were a kid? Well, as in-house counsel, the villain in your real-life monster story might just be in your client's documents and emails!
Your colleagues in sales, marketing and R&D aren't thinking about risk management or possible future litigation when they fire off a Teams message or put together a competitive analysis PowerPoint or forward your email, but once it's there, it's there. When you get the call to advise leadership on litigation or an investigation, how can you then help manage discovery obligations and consider privilege? What do experienced litigators see every day that you'd like to know if you could jump in a time machine and advise your clients before they hit Send? How does in-house counsel ensure your communications remain privileged?
Join Jennifer L. Parent and Mark C. Rouvalis of McLane Middleton, and Stephen Gould, GC of PlaneSense as they shine a light on these issues and explore practical and actionable ways to protect your company before and during these scenarios. They will review systems and best procedures to implement now so that you are prepared in case litigation or investigations arise.
This in-person meeting of the Northeast Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel will also provide a great networking opportunity to connect with your fellow in-house colleagues in New Hampshire!
AI is a hot topic. It’s created a dynamic environment with companies investing resources to consider its risks and to ensure the company stays ahead of the latest developments with this evolving technology. How do you know your company is doing what it should to keep up – or whether it should keep up? Do you know if your company is focused on the right risks and opportunities? Are you still considering an AI governance strategy?
Hosted by ACC Northeast & Bloomberg Law, this event offers an opportunity to network with like-minded professionals. Whether you're looking to further commercialize AI tools or enhance workforce productivity, this session will equip you with the knowledge needed to evaluate and manage AI risks and opportunities effectively.
Join us for these enlightening sessions where industry experts will share invaluable insights and best practices for navigating the challenging AI environment.
Key takeaways will include:
Insights from expert panelists on vetting, on-boarding, and integrating AI systems responsibly;
Best practices for AI governance, including agile policies to keep pace with changing regulations and technology.
AGENDA:
9:00 AM Registration and Networking with Coffee and Breakfast
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Examining AI Tools & Governance Structures
Our panel of experts will demystify the world of AI tools and guide you in developing a robust internal AI governance structure. Discover the key considerations and essential questions to ask when evaluating potential AI solutions for your organization. Learn how to build the governance you need or pressure test the one you’ve developed for the future.
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM Networking Break
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM Engaging AI Vendors & Avoiding Litigation
Our panelists will discuss leveraging effective AI governance to select the right vendors, successfully onboard third-party AI, and considerations for vendor management. The panelists will also provide practical tips on deploying methods and strategies that are mindful of risks that could lead to litigation as well as considerations to position a company to withstand regulatory inquiry.
In partnership with the D&I Legal Taskforce at Chanel and Chanel Community, we are welcoming graduating seniors to the Chanel Corporate office to help them prepare for their summer jobs and internships. The Legal Outreach educational program serves low-income, mostly minority, and/or first generation urban youth from underserved neighborhoods in New York City.
12-13 volunteers will work with students 1-to-1 on topics such as:
Creating a Targeted Resume: Students will learn the dos and don’ts of developing a resume that will be attractive to potential employers. Students will be able to create their own standout resumes after reviewing sample resumes and receiving tips for highlighting their skills from facilitators.
Writing a Compelling Cover Letter: Students will learn how to craft cover letters that will gain the attention of potential employers. They will review examples of various cover letters to understand the structure and how to clearly and concisely demonstrate in writing that their skills are a match for a company’s needs.
Preparing for the Interview and Follow Through: Students will learn the steps to preparing for an interview and how to place themselves in the best position to receive a job offer through post-interview follow-up.
Please join us for anACC NCR Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group networkingdinner. Weare recognizing and celebratingAsian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM)at Ingle Korean Steakhouse in Vienna, VA. We invite you to participate whether you self-identify as South Asian,East Asian,Southeast Asian,Pacific Islander,or any other member of the Asian community, have intersecting identities, or just want to join us for some good food and catching up. We look forward to connecting with you! Attendance will be capped to ensure good conversation. Please check your schedule before registering asthehosts will be expecting you! We hope you can join us!
Members will be covering the cost of their own dinner.
By registering for this ACC NCR event, you acknowledge that you have read ACC NCR’s Code of Conduct for Events and agree to comply with its terms.
Come mingle with fellow ACC Ontario members amidst the charming ambiance of Port Credit. Enjoy delightful refreshments and engaging conversations as we celebrate our thriving legal community. Exclusively for ACC Ontario members who are in-house counsel, this event is all about making connections, swapping insights, and kicking back in a lively setting. Don't miss out on the chance to join us for a night of networking and good times
ACC Northeast and Pierce Atwood are pleased to present our next partnered webinar to dive into Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions.
In-house counsel must understand the legal risk of new-to-market AI solutions. Using a real-world hypothetical, Pierce Atwood attorneys Tim Fisher, Vivek Rao and Ariel Pardee will present a contract negotiation between an AI technology supplier and its consumer-facing enterprise customer. We will describe the preferred first positions each side is likely to put forward on topics such as:
Infringement;
Representations and warranties (including with respect to explainability, bias, transparency, accuracy, and privacy);
Ongoing model risk management and governance.
We will then discuss how, during counter, in-house counsel can unpack the AI solution’s design to unlock more nuanced approaches to these topics and avoid negotiation stalemates.
Register below. The dial-in address will be sent to all registrants 24 hours in advance of the webinar.
In advance of the The Global Women in Law & Leadership Symposium & Honors Dinner in the Delegates Dining Room at the UN on June 12th, the ACC Foundation is excited to host a week of complimentary virtual programing that will explore the issues confronting women in the workplace, celebrate their achievements and contributions in law and business, and offer strategies and solutions for further advancement. This programing will focus on career strategies, leadership, mentoring/sponsorship, and wellness, and is open to all - registration is required.
Please join the ACC GA Healthcare Member Interest Group, led by Robbins Alloy Belinfante Littlefield LLC, for a CLE on the Current State of Fraud and Abuse Laws in Georgia.
Featuring Jim Mooney, Deputy Attorney General, Medicaid Fraud Division.
This program will look at recent developments and cases involving the five most important Federal fraud and abuse laws. We will review:
The False Claims Act
The Anti-Kickback Statute
Stark laws
The Exclusion Authorities
The Civil Monetary Penalties Law
Government agencies, including the Department of Justice, the Department of Health & Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG), and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), are charged with enforcing these laws. It is crucial to understand these laws not only because following them is the right thing to do, but also because violating them could result in criminal penalties, civil fines, and other penalties.
Space is limited, so please register to ensure a spot.
This program includes a review of federal and state trade secret statutes, updates on the FTC‘s recently issued rule respecting noncompetes, and best practices to protect confidential business information going forward.
