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Please join the ACC Georgia Empowerment Initiative for a networking happy hour at Nam Kitchen on Tuesday, August 26. This Initiative will host several networking events this year at establishments owned by marginalized community members and close the year with a signature event to showcase the beauty of a community made of people that honor and respect the individual differences we each bring through our lived experiences. Nam Kitchen is a certified women-owned business and we can't wait to show our support.

Drinks and light snacks will be complimentary thanks to our sponsors, Bondurant Mixson, DLA Piper, and The Robbins Firm. See you on August 26!

While we understand that some "no shows" are unavoidable, if you need to cancel, we ask for 48 hours’ notice to georgia@accglobal.com.

Hey, don’t stop reading yet!  Are you interested in speaking at a 2025 ACC Georgia Chapter event?  We’re always looking to highlight our members’ viewpoints and expertise, so let us hear from you!  Email georgia@accglobal.com your name, title, employer, email address, and the topic areas you like to talk about, and we’ll add you to our ever-growing list

As AI continues to reshape the legal and professional landscape, in-house counsel exploring new opportunities—or advising colleagues who are—must understand how to use these tools strategically and ethically.

Join ACC NCR and Professional Growth Partner Sponsor Garrison for a practical and engaging program focused on using AI to elevate your job search, enhance your professional brand, and save valuable time.

Led by experienced in-house legal recruiters and career strategists Kaitlyn Hunter and Nancy Palermo, along with Christopher Hopkins-Gillispie, Senior Director of Employment Practices at Lidl and Barry Parsons, Associate General Counsel at Freddie Mac, this session will cover:

•  How AI is already transforming legal hiring
   
•  Ways attorneys can responsibly use tools like ChatGPT
   
•  Strategies to strengthen your résumé, LinkedIn profile, and interview preparation
   
•  How to build a smart, efficient job search plan
   

Expect actionable insights, sample prompts, and live demos to help you start applying these techniques right away. Whether you're actively exploring new roles or advising others on their next move, this program will help you stay ahead of the curve.

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.

ACC TN & Silver Sponsor Lewis Thomason invite you to join us for a Social & Networking Event

Description:

Join us for an evening of relaxed conversations and connection at the Lewis Thomason office in Knoxville. 
Drinks and appetizers will be served.

ACC TN members, as well as any in-house attorneys interested in learning more about ACC TN, are welcome to attend.

Important Notes:

Please drop in anytime between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM EST.

Parking Information:

Parking is available in the Riverview Tower Parking Garage (900 S. Gay St.). From the garage, take the elevators to the Lobby and pass through the glass walkway into the building.   Please note that Suite 300 is located near the revolving doors on the street level of the building.

U.S. AI Law Considerations for In-House Counsel

As artificial intelligence rapidly integrates into every facet of business operations, from human resources to marketing to product development to service delivery, in-house legal teams are tasked with navigating a complex and evolving legal landscape. Our survey-style presentation is designed to equip corporate counsel with the essential knowledge to guide their organizations through the layers of emerging AI laws and regulations in the United States on the federal, state, and local levels. U.S. AI Law Considerations for In-House Counsel

Presenters:

Juliana Neelbauer - Fox Rothschild

Kimberley Odums - IEEE
Senior Counsel Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence

Mariette Clardy-Davis - Primerica

CLE information
The following CLE credit is being sought:
Georgia: 1.0 Credit (1.0 General)

Get ready for the Corporate Counsel Classic, the ultimate golf, spa, and networking event that kicks off the ACC Annual Meeting. Join us for a world-class experience where you can connect with in-house counsel while playing on a professional-grade golf course, indulging in holistic wellness activities, and celebrating at our lively evening golf awards reception—all before the ACC Annual Meeting begins!

Whether you're attending or sponsoring the Annual Meeting or just looking for a unique networking opportunity, this event is open to all ACC members, supporters, and guests. Best of all, your participation helps us serve the needs of the global in-house bar through education, the advancement of pro bono service, dissemination of research and surveys, leadership and professional development opportunities, and initiatives that help foster a culture of inclusiveness.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exceptional event!

Join ACC Georgia at Truist Park on August 20, 2025 to learn about key legislative and litigation updates in privacy, AI and security. Topics will include:

Batter Up: Key updates in state and federal privacy laws, with a focus on the proposed amendment to the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). Additionally, an overview of how the current administration, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Attorneys General are approaching legislation and enforcement.

Who’s on First: The transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on professional sports, including a compelling use case that illustrates how to develop and implement an AI framework within an organization.

Foul Ball: The increasing risk of the plaintiff’s bar exploiting mass arbitration, as evidenced by the Ticketmaster case.

Protecting the Plate: An examination of why cybercriminals target major sports teams and the lessons learned that can be applied universally.

Presenters from Nelson Mullins:
Amanda Witt
Mallory Acheson
Katy Spicer

Following the CLE will be dinner at Below the Chop and a viewing of the Atlanta Braves v. Chicago White Sox baseball game.

Registration – 4pm – 4:30pm

CLE – 4:30pm – 6pm

Dinner – 6pm – 7:30pm

First pitch – 7:15pm

Whether you’re new to in-house, looking to broaden your topical awareness, or just need to beat the August compliance deadline, we’re excited to offer you 6 CLEs of in-house topics.

The CLEs will be brought to you by the Chapter’s 2025 Bootcamp sponsors: Babst Calland; Cozen O'Connor; Duane Morris; Fisher Phillips; Fox Rothschild; Ogletree Deakins; Porter Wright; and Spilman Thomas & Battle.

Refresh, Recharge, and Reconnect at This Year's Conference!

In addition to a full day of engaging sessions and networking opportunities, we're excited to offer wellness perks and a celebratory close to your conference experience:

• Optional Morning Pilates/Zumba Session: Start your day with movement! Join us for a fun and energizing Pilates/Zumba session suitable for all fitness levels.
  What to bring/wear:  Comfortable clothing is recommended.  For Pilates, bare feet or socks work best.  For Zumba, please wear sneakers.
• Complimentary Chair Massages Over Lunch: Take a well-deserved break with a brief chair massage, offered during the lunch hour. A limited number of certified massage therapists will be on hand to help you unwind and recharge.
• Garden Party: ACC Western PA Chapter members are invited to wrap up the day with a relaxed and festive garden party! Enjoy light refreshments and appetizers and great networking in the beautiful outdoor Priory courtyard—perfect for unwinding and connecting with fellow attendees.

These experiences are included with your registration, but space is limited for some activities—be sure to reserve your spot early!

Event Schedule

Registration and Breakfast - 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

     Optional Pilates/Zumba Session - 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

     Donation drop offs accepted for Dress For Success.

Program - 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lunch - 12:00 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

     Optional Chair Massages - 12:00 p.m. - 1:05 p.m. 

Program - 1:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Garden Party - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

CLE

This program has been pre-approved for five hours of PA substantive CLE credit and one hour of PA ethics credit.

COST

ACC Members - Complimentary
Non-ACC Members - $50 ($50 discount off your first year dues if you become a member.)

PARKING
Complimentary parking is available in the outdoor lot across from the Grand Hall entrance on Nash Street.

Community Outreach ACC Western PA invites our members and all attendees to join us in supporting Dress For Success Pittsburgh in their mission to empower women who are entering and returning to the workforce across the region.

Most requested items this year are purses, reuseable shopping bags/totes, gently used or new closed-toe shoes and unripped jeans in all sizes.  You may drop off your donations at the registration table on the day of the program or contribute financially directly to the Dress For Success Pittsburgh organization or by purchasing much needed items off their Amazon wish list. 

Join us at Mercedes-Benz USA Headquarters for a panel discussion on how your organization can responsibly oversee artificial intelligence in the workplace. From how AI is currently being used to how it should be used, the conversation will explore opportunities to enhance professional practice, address legal and psychological implications, navigate the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, and more.

Agenda

Lunch & Networking: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

CLE Presentation: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Featured Speakers

Pritesh Patel – Director of Artificial Intelligence, Fisher Phillips

Terri Stewart – Regional Managing Partner, Fisher Phillips

Michael Elkon – Partner and Co-Chair of the Employee Defection and Trade Secrets Practice Group, Fisher Phillips

CLE credit will be provided.

Space is limited - please register by Thursday, August 28 to reserve your spot!