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 us for an exciting event co-hosted by the ACC NCR Black and African American Affinity Group and the Greater Virginia Advisory Committee!
We will visit theMaggie L. Walker National Historic Site, which includes a 20-minute orientation film "Carry On," exhibits in the Visitor Center, and a tour of Walker's home.
As noted on the website, “Walker devoted her life to civil rights advancement, economic empowerment, and educational opportunities for Jim Crow-era African Americans and women. As a bank president, newspaper editor, and fraternal leader, Walker served as an inspiration of pride and progress. Today, Walker’s home is preserved as a tribute to her enduring legacy of vision, courage, and determination.”
Following the visit, we will gather at 12:30 pm for brunch atML Steak Modern Chophouse(.4 miles away).
This event is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and have fun. Best of all, it is family-friendly! We encourage everyone to come out and be part of this wonderful experience.
Admission to the Historic Site is free. Guests will be responsible for their own brunch.
Smyrna area members, ACC Georgia President Anne Kamosso invites you to join her for breakfast at Good Kitchen in Smyrna on Tuesday, March 25. There’s no agenda except to get to know some of your local members and have some fun.
We’re capping attendance at 10 to keep the small group vibe. Attendees’ lunch is on the Chapter, but you must register in advance below. See you on March 25!
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!
On April 2, 2025, please join ACC Georgia and DLA Piper for an intimate and interactive discussion on the key legal diligence areas a buyer should explore in its due diligence investigation during an M&A transaction.
Celebrate PRIDE month by learning how you can provide critical pro bono legal services to low and no-income transgender members of our community. Whitman-Walker Health Legal Services (WWHLS) Director Amy Nelson, her colleagues, and experienced pro bono volunteers will share an update on trans-specific legal needs and details about pro bono opportunities, including assisting with name and gender change filings, insurance appeals, and more.
All are welcome!
No experience required.Training, supervision, and insurance are provided by WWHLS.
For many years, ACC NCR volunteers from across our geographic footprint and with a wide variety of expertise have worked with Whitman-Walker Health Legal Services to assist transgender clients with the important work of legally changing their name and gender. Meet with clients from the convenience of your home, office, or other venue of your choice! See below for details about this particular pro bono opportunity. For information about other opportunities discussed during the program, contact WWHLS Sr. Manager of Legal Operations and Pro Bono Lee Hicks at lhicks@whitman-walker.org.
Name & Gender Change Pro Bono Matters
Partners: Whitman-Walker Health Legal Services (WWHLS)
Clients: Low-income transgender individuals
When: Overview on June 24, 12 - 1 PM. Interested volunteers then contact WWHLS Sr. Manager of Legal Operations and Pro BonoLee Hicks.
Who: DC, Maryland, and Virginia-barred attorneys
Experience: None required
Training:For name and gender change matters, volunteer attorneys are asked to watch at least two online trainings prior to being assigned a client (first, Trans 101 [40 mins], and second, one or more local jurisdictional training for DC, MD, or VA).
Support: Volunteers may work in teams or alone. A WWHLS staff mentor will be assigned to each case assigned. Resource materials are readily accessible through Google Docs and WWHLS holds monthly virtual briefing sessions for all volunteer attorneys to answer questions and share tips and new guidance.
Time: For name and gender change matters, 6–10 hours total, spread out over several months.
Work: ACC NCR volunteers (alone or in teams) are assigned a single client to assist in completing name change documents and will help clients file the documents pro se with the relevant court system. Interested volunteers will be sent a formal case placement email with client contact information. Volunteers will be asked to coordinate with the client to meet via Zoom, phone call, or work via email within a specified time period
Insurance:Provided by WWHLS for all volunteers; volunteers who sign-up for a matter will be asked to complete a volunteer application/confidentiality statement and return it to WWHLS.
As in-house counsel, you’ve built a successful career—but what’s next? Whether you’re considering a career pivot, re-engineering your current role, or exploring new interests, planning for your future is essential.
Join the ACC Northeast "Perennials" group for an engaging round table discussion on navigating later-stage career transitions. Our panel will explore key considerations for professionals over 55, including the opportunities and challenges that come with aging in the legal profession. Key topics will include:
Strategies for thriving in your current role;
Career pivots and starting a new role later in life;
The importance of planning and exploring new opportunities;
Engaging leadership in career transition discussions;
Finding fulfillment through new hobbies and activities.
Join us on April 1st and take control of your next chapter... you won't want to miss this one!
This program will demonstrate public relations strategies for getting ahead of public opinion nightmares which will allow companies to win even in "losing" scenarios, both ethically and properly. Learn from experts in the field, engaged in high profile litigation who have a sophisticated understanding of the unique junction of the court of law and the court of public opinion and how ethics is such an important part of the process, from public statements to the advice given to principals and clients.
In just a few short months, New Jersey will join the growing number of states that requires both internal and external job posts to include compensation information. New Jersey has one of the most pay equity laws in the country, and the pay transparency requirement adds a new level of complexity and risk to this already challenging area of the law. Join Kathleen McLeod Caminiti and Sarah Wieselthier of Fisher Phillips for a deep dive on the status of pay transparency requirements in New Jersey and around the country to enable your organization to prepare both a New Jersey and multi-state compliant job posting. The discussion will include the adoption of compensation and compliance strategies to ensure your organization’s pay practices are compliant with federal and state law, and insight on how to effectively implement and communicate pay transparency practices to protect against legal exposure and to help close pay gaps in the workplace.
Join Seyfarth Shaw and ACC Northeast for a program addressing cultural flashpoints in the workplace from a legal perspective (including the impact of the recent Executive Orders.)
Workplaces are not immune from polarization in American society. Cultural conflicts are on the rise, whether stemming from politics, current events, or international affairs. Those conflicts may intersect with protected classifications such as religion, race, LGBTQ+ identity and national origin. We are seeing these trends accelerate in a new presidential administration. Employers need effective strategies to lower the temperature, ensure compliance with the law, and stay focused on the business.
Join attorneys from our Cultural Flashpoints Task Force for an essential in-depth look at these issues, including:
Common workplace flashpoints and what we expect for 2025;
Practical tips for navigating those flashpoints in the context of your day-to-day operations, internal investigations, and employment litigation;
How to develop a framework for Flashpoints that aligns with your company’s values, policies and the legal framework;
How to update your policies and training to empower your company for the current moment.
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There’s no doubt that 2025 will be an unprecedented year for employers. Join Jackson Lewis P.C. to navigate the post-election legal landscape, assessing the priorities of the incoming administration and their impact on labor and employment laws. ACC Central Florida members are welcome to invite an HR colleague as your guest.