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.
Join Michael Schmidt, vice chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Labor & Employment Department and co-office managing partner of the firm’s New York office, and Dr. Christina Carson-Sacco, a clinical psychologist and a partner with The Center for Neuropsychology and Counseling, P.C., for a discussion on occupational and intellectual well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics include the importance of keeping a routine to achieve better work-life balance; recognizing rational and irrational fears from the media; and why sleep is so important for your well-being.
FREE for ACC NYC Members and non-members (must be in-house counsel).
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Session III – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Faegre Drinker)
Session I — Tackling Carve-Out M&A Transactions
With asset values soaring, companies are selling off business lines or parts of their business as a way to unlock value while retaining other parts of their business. In this session, a panel of knowledgeable in-house and law firm practitioners will share insights gleaned from executing these carve-out transactions, which often present complications not encountered when selling a business as a whole. The panelists will review key issues that arise during the planning, negotiation and implementation phases, including: 1) preparation and documentation; 2) investigation/due diligence areas of focus; 3) allocation of assets and liabilities; and 4) separation and transition matters.
Session II — Successful & Meaningful Partnerships: Developing Bonds With Your Outside Counsel
The demands on your time, your short- and long-term business goals, and much of your day-to-day responsibilities are vastly different when you practice law as an in-house lawyer. This program will suggest best practices to employ when partnering with outside counsel so that you can address the needs of your internal clients as a cohesive team. The panel will also discuss the latest diversity, equity, and inclusion developments impacting the legal industry and corporate America, exploring how outside counsel and in-house counsel can work together to support the movement toward a more equitable future.
Session III — Pre-litigation and Litigation Risk Management: Preparing Company Witnesses for Effective Deposition Testimony
This program will help guide companies through the pre-litigation and litigation risk management of preparing company witnesses for effective deposition testimony. From the earliest stages of litigation, companies must be preparing their key company witnesses for effective testimony, including the process of testifying, the substance of their testimony, handling aggressive cross-examination (including the “Reptile Theory”) and preparing an effective direct examination. Don't let your unprepared witness become your opponent's best witness.
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In a Clean Water Act (CWA) tennis match spanning nearly five decades, federal interpretations of the CWA will once again bounce between narrowing and expanding jurisdiction. A U.S. District Court recently called an error on Trump’s EPA, vacating that administration’s Navigable Waters Protection Rule. Meanwhile, the Biden administration entered the match by announcing its intent to once again revise the definition of Waters of the U.S. This presentation will review the statutory basis for CWA jurisdiction and explain common situations where in house counsel are likely to face jurisdictional questions under the CWA. We will also discuss the volley of recent regulatory changes and active litigation and share insights regarding changes the Biden Administration may serve up to the definition of Waters of the United States.
Sarah P. Jarboe, Partner, English, Lucas, Priest & Owsley, LLP
Join us for this fun, interactive culinary event beginning with a short reception and concluding with the presentation and service of an Autumn-themed cooking class featuring the hands on preparation of the miniature foods and drinks listed below.
Beverages:
October Sangria
Sparkling Cider
Evil Genius Pumpkin Porter (a locally brewed seasonal beer)
Food:
Mini Sweet Potato Ravioli with Browned Butter and Sage
Mini Asian-style Meatballs with Apricot Siracha Sauce
Figs stuffed with Gorgonzola and Honey Drizzle
Cannellini Bean Crostini
Bosc Pear and Blackberry Salad
Dessert:
Crème Caffe
Apple Cobblers
NOTE: Each guest will be given a take-away: a beautifully presented sampling of La Cucina’s miniature Cinnamon Biscotti.
This event is FREE for women chapter members, but has limited space, so register below soon!
Cancellation Policy: 48-hours-notice required to chrisstewart@accglobal.com. All no-shows will be billed $40.
Stoll Keenon Ogden will present a two-part CLE on Ethics and Employment law. The CLE will be conducted in person at their Louisville Office but available via simulcast for those that cannot attend in person.
Post-Grant Proceedings Before the Patent & Trademark Appeals Board: Strategies, Latest Statistics, and Case Law Update
Join us for a lively discussion of the latest information regarding post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trials & Appeals Board. The panel will provide up-to-date statistics and analysis concerning challenger win rates and discuss hot topics and trends in the case law, including how the PTO has responded to the Supreme Court’s Arthrex decision.
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9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. - Session I - Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - BREAK
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Session II - Citrin Cooperman
Session I - Misclassified: Business Implications for Hiring Independent Contractors Versus Employees
What are the real business costs and differences between engaging independent contractors as service providers versus employees? Beyond more obvious things like tax and benefits implications, what other factors should be considered classifying new hires (including concerns related to intellectual property and trade secret protection, as well as separation considerations)? In other words, what does it really “cost” to hire an employee versus and independent contractor? Additionally, what are the factors in-house counsel must evaluate to determine whether an individual is appropriately classified as either an independent contractor or an employee? Finally, what are the range of consequences for misclassification?
Session II - Preparing for Battle: Defending Your Company in the Age of the Hacker
During this session you will:
Learn about the most recent cybersecurity trends and statistics;
Discuss real-world examples of clients who have fallen prey to hackers and how it was able to happen;
Discover effective proactive strategies to limit the likelihood and impact of hackers' attempts at infiltrating organizations.
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When you no longer know what day it is anymore, it is officially Blursday. In this dynamic presentation, Littler attorneys will guide you through the maze of new employment law developments and prepare you for the challenges ahead.
Topics to be covered include:
Recruiting and retention strategies in a rapidly changing labor market
Challenges and solutions related to union issues and union avoidance/cooperation efforts
The latest on Covid-19 developments, including masks, vaccines, and remote work policie
While this update won't be Live From New York or have details from Stefon about New York's hottest club, there will be cocktail kits provided to the first 40 registrants - for extra blur.
Come join a team of experienced leaders and new in-house counsel for an open discussion of the thorny issues that can arise in your role as an in-house counsel, including ethical traps, attorney client privilege challenges, internal investigations, and interpersonal skills necessary for your success. We will be joined by David Jimenez, partner at Jackson Lewis P.C. and former in-house counsel. This is the second in a series of programs designed to support new and experienced in-house counsel in your ever-evolving roles. This session will be a one-hour interactive discussion and offer practical tips to help you succeed in your roles.
