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Recent years have seen several significant developments and cases in shareholder class action litigation, impacting the landscape in several ways, including mega-settlements and billion-dollar cases, rise of AI-related claims, antitrust actions and fiduciary duty settlements.

Our panel will also provide insights into the impact of legal and regulatory changes including recent Supreme Court decisions and other notable shifts and ongoing trends in securities class action filings and settlement values, as well as practical guidance for companies and their shareholders.

Presented by Scott Barnard, Stephanie Lindemuth, Brennan Meier, Partners at Akin, and Kristin Meister, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Last Energy.

1.5 Hours of VA MCLE pending.

WEBINAR LINK:

https://accinhouse.zoom.us/j/94029664456

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
"The New Privacy Risks Every Company Faces with AI"
Presented by Fox Rothschild

Artificial intelligence is transforming how companies use data, raising urgent new questions about privacy, compliance and accountability. From employee monitoring to wellness tools to automated decision-making, AI is reshaping how personal information is collected, protected and used. This session brings together experienced privacy lawyers to provide practical guidance on coping with the evolving privacy landscape and the steps every company should take as AI continues to extend its reach.

Speakers: 

• Elizabeth G. Litten, Partner, Chief Privacy and HIPAA, Compliance Officer, Fox Rothschild
• Matthew Avellino, CIPP/US, Associate, Fox Rothschild
• Amir Goodarzi, CIPP/US, Associate, Fox Rothschild
• Kate Woods, JD, MPH, SHRM-SCP, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Schweiger Dermatology Group

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
"Trends in AdTech Litigation: How to Optimize Business Objectives While Minimizing Data Privacy and Security Risks"
Presented by Shook, Hardy & Bacon

This program will explain how wiretap and video privacy claims have evolved in recent years, highlighting a series of updates in 2025 that will provide guidance on best practices and how to best position your organization to minimize risk and remain in compliance with the web of state data privacy laws and federal regulatory framework.  

Speakers:

• Erin Leffler, Partner, Shook, Hardy & Bacon 
• Joshua Hansen, Associate, Shook, Hardy & Bacon
• Shahrzad Kojouri, General Counsel, TASC

IMPORTANT REMINDER: ACC GREATER PHILADELPHIA EVENTS ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR ELIGIBLE IN-HOUSE COUNSEL and INVITED guests and sponsors.  ACCGP reserves the right to confirm eligible status of all event registrants and cancel unqualified registrations.  Click Here to learn more about & how to join ACC Greater Philadelphia.

In today’s environment, corporate crises are increasingly public, high-stakes, and fast-moving. From data breaches to leadership misconduct, in-house counsel must play a leading role in crisis preparedness and response. This includes managing legal risks while also protecting the company’s reputation and brand equity.

This one-hour CLE webinar, designed for in-house counsel across industries, offers practical guidance on managing two common but complex crisis scenarios. Legal, communications, and HR experts will share real-world insights and strategic frameworks for leading through disruption.

Part One of the program focuses on how to respond to cybersecurity breaches. Topics include how to work effectively with both internal and external communications teams. Attendees will learn how to:

• Engage internal communications early to maintain consistency and control.
• Coordinate with external PR firms that are funded through cyber insurance policies.
• Deliver timely, legally sound messaging to stakeholders, regulators, and the public.
• Protect the company’s reputation while meeting legal and regulatory obligations.

Part Two of the program will focus on leadership misconduct. A recent case study will be discussed involving the CEO and Head of HR at Astronomer, whose undisclosed romantic relationship became public. This segment will feature a crisis communications expert and an employment law attorney. Topics will include:

• Legal and reputational risks associated with executive misconduct.
• Developing internal and external messaging that aligns with company values and legal standards.
• HR policies, workplace culture implications, and leadership accountability.
• Managing board communications and expectations during sensitive situations.
• Long-term strategies for rebuilding trust and protecting the corporate brand.

Part Three of program will take the lessons of both cyber incidents and apply those to domestic and global risk management in today’s globalized and polarized political environment.

• Risk management and corporate governance strategies and communications in the shifting tides.
• When changed domestic ESG and DEI pressures and regulations conflict with global requirements and customer markets.
• Managing and protecting reputations in times of uncertainty.
• Relying on the “Prepare Respond Recover” model.

Join ACCGP for our Annual Holiday Party as we celebrate the Chapter's successes in 2025 and look ahead to the new year. We will thank our outgoing board members and welcome our new incoming board members. We will also recognize some of our outstanding volunteers for their dedication and hard work.  There will be delicious food, holiday libations and plenty of networking and good cheer!

The discussion for our next GC/CLO Lunch Club will be "Effective and Successful Leadership".  Join fellow General Counsel for a discussion on what characteristics make a successful leader.  Attendees will also share experiences on what they've learned over the years to improve their leadership style.

ACCGP's GC/CLO Lunch Club is a non-sponsored chapter event to allow GCs and CLOs to have an open discussion on a relevant topic. The discussion is geared to attorneys in the GC/CLO level.

Please note, no CLE credit will be provided for this program.

Discussion Leaders:

• Larry Ashery
• Tom Wilcox

IMPORTANT REMINDER: ACC GREATER PHILADELPHIA EVENTS ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR ELIGIBLE IN-HOUSE COUNSEL and INVITED guests and sponsors.  ACCGP reserves the right to confirm eligible status of all event registrants and cancel unqualified registrations.  Click Here to learn more about & how to join ACC Greater Philadelphia.