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.
Please join us for an inaugural “Coffee Break” social event to create community and share experiences. We recognize the stress of the pandemic is taking a toll and want you to celebrate VALENTINE'S DAY with your Greater Virginia colleagues.
We look forward to virtually connecting with you for a fun social event. There is no agenda but lots of goodwill to share, along with coffee and a pastry delivered to your door - on us!
Once you register to attend, you will get the link to order your treat in the confirmation email. Hurry, there is a limited number of spots available for this special event!
This CLE will provide an overview of a business’ legal duties both before and after a cyber-attack.We will also discuss the types of cyber-attacks that are currently occurring, including ransomware attacks.And we will discuss things a business should do to try to prevent data breaches as well as what to do if one occurs.
·Summary of nature of current cyber-attacks, including ransomware attacks.
·Duties of directors and officers to put in place policies to secure data and prevent data breaches.
·Relationships you need to establish before a cyber-attack occurs.
The do’s and don’ts of internal company communications as they relate to anticipated and unexpected litigation. The presentation will use ‘smoking gun’ email and deposition video examples from the famous DuPont case featured in the movie Dark Waters to display how corporate misconduct can devastatingly play before a jury.
Looking to launch a new pro bono program or gain tips for improving your existing program? Join ACC Northeast and Corporate Pro Bono for this important webinar and learn best practices for creating new programs and enhancing existing programs, to provide in-house staff with opportunities to build community and serve pro bono clients.
Hear from panelists who have been involved in the development and continuation of in-house programs, and also from panelists that are currently creating new in-house programs. From this broad group of speakers, you should come away with practical advice on some steps and considerations in building a strong foundation to your company's pro bono program that will both encourage and support your volunteers in all the initiatives you conduct.
Please join us and come away with tools to effectively develop a strong in-house pro-bono program.
Please join us for an in-person happy hour at La Sandia, an authentic Mexican restaurant by acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval. Join our ACC NCR Café con Leche Affinity Group (Hispanic and Latinx) for an informal gathering to connect and/or reconnect with friends and colleagues. The tequila bar at La Sandia features 250 varieties and agave-based spirits, as well as handcrafted margaritas, mojitos, sangria, Mexican beers, and more. We will have some appetizers to share and guests will be responsible for purchasing their own drinks.
We will plan to be in the patio area which is outside the restaurant but located in the mall. The area is open and airy and not weather dependent! All members are welcome. We hope you can join us!
*All attendees are required to comply with ACC NCR's COVID-19 Duty of Care.