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.
ACCGP's women lawyers are invited to join us for a fun social event with Cozen O'Connor.
We will start off the night with a reception, giving guests time to sip, snack and socialize at Wax & Wine in Philadelphia. The candle making experience will follow the reception, where each guest will have the chance to create their own candle from scratch.
Join us for a Signature CLE Webinar: State By State Developments in Restrictive Covenants.
In almost every major, recent New York City headline related to the health and wellbeing of the city’s residents, health equity appears as a buzzword. This concept, though not novel, has received significant attention throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, and is becoming a larger driver of funding allocation, policy initiatives, and regulatory requirements at the local state and national level. In this space, in-house counsel serves as an issue spotter—demystifying health equity concepts and translating the business impact for their companies.
Do you want to learn about intellectual property, or share your knowledge of intellectual property with others? Are you interested in volunteering your time? If yes, this program is right for you. All experience levels are welcome, whether you don’t know the difference between a trademark or copyright, or you’ve spent the past 20 years advising clients on complex IP matters.
The IP experts at Cowan, Liebowitz & Latman, PC (CLL) are teaming up with the ACC-NYC chapter and Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS), to provide a unique program that includes a one-hour training on trademarks, copyrights and patents, followed by a one-hour clinic, in which ACC members are paired with experienced IP attorneys to provide legal advice to microentrepreneurs and start-up businesses, a majority of which are BIPOC businesses.
Session 1 - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. "Unmasking the Dark Web of Financial Cybercrime: Essential Insights for Legal Counsel" Presented by Dailey LLP
This presentation will talk about:
The businesses, and specific employee profiles within those businesses, that cyber criminals target to attempt to steal a company’s financial assets.
Proactive steps litigation counsel can take to prevent successful attacks.
How strategic litigation steps employed early can increase the chances of recovering stolen funds or holding third parties accountable.
What clauses should you proactively consider inserting into contracts to minimize cascading disruption and compounding liability if your business operations are disrupted because of the theft and you cannot meet client or customer agreements.
Speakers:
Gail Parks Rainville, Dailey LLP
Jeffery Dailey, Dailey LLP
Irene Ayzenberg-Lyman, General Counsel, Pye-Barker
Session 2 - 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. "Tips for Early Case Resolution and Discovery Strategies to Drive Settlement" Presented by Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
The panel will discuss avenues for early case resolution such as seeking expedited case treatment, strategic motion practice and mediation. Additionally, the panel will discuss how early discovery strategies can drive settlement talks such as proactive document collection, custodian interviews of your witnesses, and serving early written discovery.
Speakers:
Rhonda Payne Harmon, Of Counsel, Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Stephanie Riley, Of Counsel, Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Nicholas Verna, Associate Counsel, The Bancorp
Session 3 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. "The Future of Restrictive Covenants: Legal Updates & Corporate Strategies" Presented by Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP
This presentation will review state-based restrictions on non-compete clauses and the FTC’s proposed ban, as well as provide practical advice for inventory review, agreement revisions and other strategies for protection of company interests and compliance.
Speakers:
Ashley Lynam, Co-Chair, Montgomery McCracken
Gabe Holdsman, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, PTC Therapeutics
Please join us for an ACC NCR Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group lunch networking event. We are recognizing and celebrating the South Asian holiday of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, at the Urban Tandoor Restaurant. Urban Tandoor is located a short walk from the Orange Line - Ballston metro stop and has a nice and affordable lunch buffet. Members will be covering the cost of their own lunch.
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 as the hosts will be expecting you!
Attendees will pay for their own meals. Please bring cash to make it easier for the servers.
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.
Join Babst Calland Corporate and Commercial Attorneys Mary Binker and Ben Clapp for a two-hour CLE that will provide an in-depth review of legal considerations associated with the purchase and sale of environmentally distressed properties from both the Purchaser and Seller’s perspectives. This program will first provide an overview of the framework of environmental laws establishing liability for the ownership or operation of contaminated properties, followed by how these laws and existing environmental conditions on the subject site can impact a party’s diligence considerations and inspections. It will then turn to transaction structures and contractual mechanisms for allocating environmental liabilities between the parties. Finally, the program will also cover voluntary action programs, brownfield grants, and other regulatory programs aimed at assisting with returning environmentally challenged properties back to productive use.
Registration and Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Program: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
This program has been preapproved for two hours of PA substantive CLE credit.
In this presentation, we will discuss the growing body of state legislation mandating pay transparency, as well as identify some unintended negative consequences employers may face when implementing such policies. We will also identify the associated legal risks and how they can be mitigated.
Registration : 3:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Program: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Reception: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This program has been preapproved for one hour of PA substantive CLE credit.
This program will also be available to attend virtually.
Join the Diversity & Inclusion Group and Proskauer Rose LLP for this CLE session. Participants will receive (1) NY CLE credit in Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias (suitable for non-transitional attorneys only).
The program will focus on the current legal landscape of DEI in the workplace. Our discussion will assist in providing an understanding of (1) the recent cases challenging DEI practices, (2) what employers need to be looking at internally in terms of their DEI programs, (3) how employers can best mitigate risk while pursuing their DEI efforts and goals in the current climate.
Please join the ACC NYC Employment Law Practice Group and Epstein Becker Green for this one hour CLE program.
In today's complex work environments, understanding the intricacies of workplace investigations is essential for legal professionals and decision-makers alike. Drawing from real-world examples, you'll gain a deep understanding of effective methods and strategies for navigating these sensitive matters. We will also dissect recent employee survey data and its implications for decision-makers, offering valuable insights into employee sentiments and expectations. Moreover, we will delve into the legal landscape, examining laws and regulations that vary by jurisdiction and industry and discussing what compliance means specifically for you and your organization here in New York. Additionally, we'll cast a spotlight on the SEC's extensive reach in workplace investigations and tackle hot topics that decision-makers must be aware of in today's rapidly evolving work environment.
Join us in this enlightening session as we unravel the complexities of workplace investigations and equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate them with confidence.
CLE: Credits: 1 State: NY Category: Professional Practice (Suitable for Transitional and Non-Transitional attorneys)