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Please join ACC NCR's Employment Law Committee and Bronze Sponsor Paul Hastings for happy hour and an interactive conversation about employment law topics.  We hope you can join us for heavy appetizers, drinks, and great discussion!

All ACC NCR members and in-house counsel are invited to attend. 

This is for informational purposes only; no CLE will be offered.

AGENDA
8:00 a.m.
Registration/Breakfast Buffet - Sponsored by Consilio

8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Welcome/Annual Meeting
Lewis Dolezal, CO-ACC President, and Meganne Thaxton, CO-ACC Vice President  

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
ESG - Stakeholders, Strategy and Legal Considerations for In House Counsel
Exploring the intersection of various stakeholders in environmental, social and governance matters impacting companies, and discussing strategies to adapt to ever-changing demands.
Speakers: Sarah Moore, Director ESG Strategy, Victoria's Secret & Co.; Leah Brndjar, AVP Regulatory Affairs, Legal, VS & Co.

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Managing & Mitigating Risk in Claims Handling: Social Inflation, Nuclear Verdicts, Litigation Funding, and the Changing Complexity of “Jurors”
This presentation provides an informative evaluation of the primary factors that are influencing and increasing the complexity of managing legal/insurance claims, as well as identify risk mitigation measures aimed at understanding and undermining their impact.
Speaker: Patrick Quallich, AGC – P&C Legal, Nationwide

11:00 – 11:10 a.m.
Break

11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.
Views from the Top: Getting to and Operating and Excelling in the Top Legal Role
Deep dives into the career paths and working toward CLO and GC roles; discussions about operating in the top legal role; and glances into the directions and future of in house legal practices from legal department leaders.
Panelists: Russ Dempsey, General Counsel, BroadStreet Partners; Jessica Mayer, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Cardinal Health; Kelli Stiles, General Counsel, Foxen; Julie Woolley, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, National Church Residences
Moderator: T.J. Hersch, CO-ACC Immediate Past President

12:10- 1:10 p.m.
Lunch – Sponsored by Relativity  

1:10 – 2:10 p.m.
Generative  AI: What Every Corporate Legal Department Needs to Know
This session is designed to take a more pragmatic and detailed look at the ongoing developments at the intersection of Generative AI and Legal, from the perspective of the corporate legal department.
Speaker: Omar Haroun, Founder & CEO, Cicero

2:10 – 3:10 p.m.
Data by Design – What Technology Clients Need to Know About Product Security, Privacy, and Governance
Security by design, privacy by design, governance by design – are phrases often used, but not always understood in business or law. The push to bolster ‘by design’ practices across industry are mounting. This session provides concise information on what technology clients need to know about future demands on technology infrastructure and products.
Speakers: Bella Jagielski, Member-Legal, Aware IQ; Lewis Dolezal, CO-ACC President

3:10 – 3:20 p.m.
Break

3:20 – 4:20 p.m.
Economic Development: What's happening in our community and how can you and your business benefit? Hear from experienced professionals from government and business advocacy groups about what is happening now, what is on the horizon, and what opportunities might be available for you and your business.
Speakers: Mark Lundine, Economic Development Administrator, City of Columbus; Anthony Long, General Counsel & Director, Tax & Economic Policy, Ohio Chamber of Commerce

4:20 – 5:20 p.m.
Managing Law Departments: Current Trends and Best Practices
Effective Law Department Management offers a comprehensive overview of best practices and current trends in managing legal departments within various types of organizations—corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and academic institutions. This session aims to transform legal departments into next-level legal functions by focusing on a multidisciplinary approach. This involves the nuanced coordination of multiple areas such as Case Management, Human Resources, Budgeting and Finance, Technology Management, Compliance and Risk Management, Vendor Management, Knowledge Management, Strategic Planning, Communication, and Professional Development.
Speakers: Rich Cohen, Managing Director, Protiviti; Lewis Dolezal, CO-ACC President

5:20 – 5:30 p.m.
Wrap-up

5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Reception - Sponsored by FTI Consulting  

LOCATION
The Grand Event Center
820 Goodale Blvd., Columbus, OH 43212

REGISTRATION
Early Bird Fees
$60 for members; $70 for non-members

After October 10, 2022
$70 for members; $80 for non-members

CLE
This program is pending approval for a total of 7.0 general CLE hours, by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education. 

QUESTIONS
Contact Kayla O’Shelski, Chapter Assistant

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Please join the ACC New York City Chapter and Armstrong Teasdale for a gastronomic experience at the Institute of Culinary Education. Attendees will enjoy seasonal hors d’oeuvres and creative cocktails as they network with peers and participate in a hands-on private culinary class. The evening will conclude with a multi-course dinner and engaging discussion. Participants are encouraged to register early, as space is limited.  

You are cordially invited to our FDT-Oberfest social networking event, jointly hosted by Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP’s Long Island General Counsel Network (LIGCN) and the Association of Corporate Counsel New York City (ACC-NYC). This complimentary event will be held at FDT's headquarters in Uniondale, NY on October 16, 2023 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Jump into your Lederhosen or dirndl and join us at our in-Haus event. We will be turning our space into an FDT Biergarten and hosting games such as Ring Toss, Big Connect Four, Corn Hole, Bucket Ball and more. 

You are welcome to extend this invitation to colleagues in your Legal Department or any of your in-house attorney friends.  

Casual dress and/or Oktoberfest themed attire is encouraged. Light fare and refreshments will be served.

ACCGP Members are invited to a Meet Your Counterparts with Latitude at Scarpetta in the Rittenhouse Hotel.

Attendees will enjoy an evening of networking and delicious Italian food and drink.

Please join ACC NCR’s Affinity Groups and Diamond Sponsor Polsinelli for a special networking happy hour at the newly opened Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley.   

Enjoy dynamic comfort food and creative craft cocktails just a few blocks from the White House.  Rising hospitality mogul and Black restaurateur Kevin Kelley will share his journey from lawyer to owner of restaurants in Dallas, Chicago, and the District, serving authentic southern cuisine in a celebratory environment, welcoming to all.  

Whether you have attended one or more ACC NCR Affinity Group events, are interested in learning more about them, or just want to enjoy a fun evening out at one of DC’s newest hot restaurants, we hope you will join us! 

ACC NCR Affinity Groups – Read more here!

• Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group
• Accessibility Affinity Group: Legal professionals with visible and invisible disabilities
• Black & African American Affinity Group
• Café con Leche Affinity Group: Hispanic/Latinx in-house counsel
• LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
• Young Lawyers Affinity Group: Generation Z, Generation Y and late Generation X

Avoid an ethics “aca”tasrophe when getting your “pitch” to potential clients.  You too can “crush it” if you know the professional rules related to advertising, referrals, and use of social media to “pitch” your services or experience. 

This program will review the evolution of ethical rules addressing attorney advertising and the current professional rules important for attorney marketing, highlighting still significant variation in state versions of the pertinent ABA Model Rules. 

With a “Pitch Perfect” theme, the panel will review specific examples and ask the audience to decide if the examples are “real” or “not real” (drawn from actual cases or headlines or constructed hypotheticals) and then discusses applicable rules and guidance:

• Titles and firm names
• “Specialties” and “expertise”
• Accolades
• Past results
• Comparisons 
• Jurisdictional limits
• Depictions 
• Testimonials & endorsements
• Websites
• Filing and retention requirements
• Blogs, podcasts, and other social media
• Referral fees and fee-sharing
• Solicitation and labeling requirements
• Political contributions
  
  
  Presented by Platinum Sponsor - Hunton Andrews Kurth.  This program is presented in Richmond also live broadcast to the DC Office of Hunton Andrews Kurth to view in person only.

Speakers:

Kelly Faglioni, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Amy McDaniel Williams, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP 

Christian Pugaczewski, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Madeline Culbreth, Associate, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Tyler Grant, Associate, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

We have received 2.0 hours of VIRGINIA BAR MCLE ETHICS CREDIT for this event.  

*Fees:
No Charge for ACC members;
$30 for non-member in-house counsel.
**Please Note: There is no charge for Lawyers of Hunton Andrews Kurth if you register as a Speaker Guest In Person Attendee.