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.
Come join us and learn about cutting edge issues keeping industry leaders up at night – from supply chain issues to bribery and corruption regulations to the changing landscape concerning non-competes.
This one-hour CLE will feature an outstanding panel ofin-house counsel and Sheppard Mullin experts who will discuss some of today’s hottest topics impacting the retail industry, including:
Addressing supply chain issues, regulations and sanctions;
Insulating your company from bribery and corruption charges and investigations;
Addressing DEI at your company after the Supreme Court’s decision in the Harvard-UNC cases;
Protecting critical fashion and retail assets in a world with limited or no non-competes;
Navigating the world of ever-expanding ADA class action claims.
The program will be followed by delicious hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and meet new ones.
Sheppard Mullin, the sponsor of the ACC New York City Retail Group, is proud to present this panel.
AGENDA: 5:30pm – 6:00pm // Registration 6:00pm – 7:00pm // Program 7:00pm – 8:00pm // Networking Reception Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
***Physical ID required for building security check-in.***
CLE: Credits: 1 State: NY Category: Professional Practice and Suitable for Transitional and Non-Transitional attorneys
"Much to Do about Notice (of Infringement)" Presented by Armstrong Teasdale LLP
We will explore the ins and outs of receiving and sending demand letters to third parties. We will look at best practices and internal structures geared toward minimizing legal liabilities on receiving cease and desist letter and notices of infringement and play out what steps may need to be taken by the c-suite or counsel. We will also discuss if and when sending a demand or notice letter makes sense and review examples of what has been successful and what has created challenges.
Speakers:
Ted Behm, Partner, Armstrong Teasdale LLP
Melanie King, Associate, Armstrong Teasdale LLP
Joe Gribbin, Associate General Counsel, Global Director IP and Litigation, Nouryon
Tackling Industry Problems Brewing One Cup at a Time
Thursday, November 2, 2023 | 8:30 AM
Steelcase Grand Rapids Business Center Cafe (Room 1W-05) | 901 44th St. SE | Grand Rapids, MI 49508
How has AI redefined the legal landscape in your experience? Discuss substantive issues like this and more with your colleagues and peers while strengthening, renewing, and establishing new connections. Coffee and donuts included. Can’t attend in person? No problem. Hybrid option available. Chats are exclusive to in-house counsel.
What Employers Need to Know Today About Managing "Superstars" and C-Suite Problems:
Insights and Strategies to Effectively Investigate and Address Allegations of Misconduct By and Against Superstars and C-Suite Employees
Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM | The Community House
380 South Bates, Birmingham, MI 48009
This interactive session focuses on the key interests and risks accompanying C-suite and “superstar” workplace issues. Topics include how to conduct investigations and assess risk, privilege considerations, SEC and other regulatory considerations, communications with boards, shareholders, the organization, and the media, tactics to preserve business confidential information, and how to use the event as a leadership teaching moment for the organization at large.
Join ACC Northeast and FTI for our first networking event this FALL at Puttshack Boston, one of the Seaport's newest attractions.
Puttshack Boston is home to tech-infused mini golf, which means they've thrown out the paper and pencils and replaced them with a super fun new scoring system. Golf balls track your game play and you can earn (or lose) points based on how you play. This isn't just a new way to play mini golf, it's the only way!
We suspect all the winning is sure to work up an appetite! Puttshack's passionate chefs & bartenders will tantalize your taste buds with flavors from around the globe.
Register below to join ACC and FTI Technology for a fun night of food, drinks, socializing and golf on October 5, 2023. The first tee time is 6:30, so come early to start the FUN!
Please join our ACC NCR Community Service Committee and our Maryland Advisory Committee for an evening packing food at Manna Food Center. Manna Food Center provides food to nearly 2,000 households each month, helping the working poor stretch their limited dollars so they can afford a better life. Since 1983, Manna Food Center has given food to more than 1.7 million people in Montgomery County, MD.
Our group will pack 240 boxes of non-perishable items from Manna's warehouse and will prepare the boxes for distribution. Family and friends are welcome but children must be at least 11 years old and participate along with an adult. Youth volunteers can earn service hours. Volunteers should be comfortable bending, lifting, and standing on their feet for the duration of the event.
Space is limited due to the size of the project. Please check your calendar before registering.
IMPORTANT UPDATE TO OUR COVID-SAFETY PROCEDURES: The health and safety of all attendees at our events is of utmost importance to ACC NCR. We strongly encourage all those who attend ACC NCR events to be up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations, as defined by the CDC.Please do not attend our events in-person if you are feeling ill or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. If while you are with us you begin to feel ill or experience symptoms associated with COVID-19, we expect that you will promptly leave, or we may ask you to leave. We will continue to monitor the latest guidance from the CDC and local public health agencies as we endeavor to hold safe events. We will keep registrants and attendees updated on any necessary changes to our event protocols.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023 | 12:00 Noon - 1:00 pm
A panel discussion of in-house and outside counsel addressing best practices for managing electronically stored information (ESI) and handling the legal issues that arise from the same.
Topics covered include:
preparing for potential subpoenas or document requests that may implicate ESI to avoid costly and time-consuming legal battles
responding to requests for ESI once received and frequently encountered litigation issues
interfacing with business units regarding ESI
ethical issues related to the management, storage, and production of ESI
No industry is exempt from complex cyber-attacks and, in fact, most are under increasing regulatory scrutiny with regard to cyber-related issues. In this session, we will discuss the evolution of cyber-attacks and their related legal consequences, including key areas of risk, the expansion of cyber-liability, loss prevention strategies, and options to aid in minimizing liability and reduce risk. The presentation forum provides opportunities for participants to ask specific questions related to their industry and have access to knowledgeable and experienced professionals that will share real-time experiences and solutions to assist companies in mitigating risk and understanding the ever-evolving cyber liability concerns.
Registration & Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Program: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
This program has been preapproved for one hour of PA substantive CLE credit.
