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Our speakers will discuss the potential impact of a conservative or liberal administration on the following:
--the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC”) rule banning non-compete agreements
--the make--up and outlook of the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), and Department of Labor (“DOL”) – whose priorities vary significantly depending on whether a conservative or liberal administration is in place.
--DEI initiatives
And, they will address likely workplace issues to be encountered by employers in a divisive election environment.
Socialize with your ACC colleagues and learn from a distinguished group of panelists about the latest issues around AI and the workplace, on August 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, at the 16th Floor of the Center Club at 100 Light Street.
Enjoy cocktails and great food with all of your ACC friends and colleagues. Then hear from a panel including the following AI experts:
The Honorable Paul W. Grimm (Ret.)
Lee Tiedrich, JD, Distinguished Faculty Fellow and Executive in Residence at Duke University
Ward Classen, VP & General Counsel, Sparta Systems, a Honeywell Company
Chaya Baliga, Privacy Counsel, Google
Moderated by Maureen Dry-Wasson, VP-Group General Counsel and Global Privacy Officer, Allegis Group
We invite you to join us with McCarthyTétrault LLP, for a fun evening watching the Toronto Blue Jays play against the Cincinnati Reds! Enjoy the game in a semi-private area with refreshments and games, while socializing with your fellow in-house colleagues.
Capacity is strictly limited. Please indicate your interest in attending by emailing the ACC Ontario Chapter at ontario@accglobal.comno later than Thursday, August 8 at 5:00pm. We will confirm your registration by Monday, August 12 at 6:00pm.
Important: Only invited and confirmed ACC members can attend. Walk-ins are not permitted..
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. "Generative AI and Law - What Lies Ahead" Presented by DISCO
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the legal industry, and like every other sector, it's happening faster than many want to admit. While some lawyers have embraced AI in their daily workflows, others are still unsure about taking the leap. We'll walk through the current landscape of AI tools, helping navigate the different options and understand their strengths and limitations. Discover how AI is transforming legal practices today and examine current and future use cases. We'll also shed light on the regulations and real-life examples making headlines. Not only that, we'll discuss the ethical obligations that come with implementing AI as a lawyer, gaining insight on how to maintain professional integrity while leveraging AI's potential.
Speaker:
Jenny Schroeder, Solutions Architect. Jenny is a Certified eDiscovery Specialist who has two decades of experience in the legal industry. Prior to joining DISCO, Jenny built the litigation support department at an Am Law 200 firm which included onboarding of the entire firm and serving as project manager for all aspects of ediscovery including cost recovery, complex collections, migrations, and document review. Jenny is an ABA Certified Paralegal who has handled a wide variety of cases, from IP to construction to complex civil litigation. Jenny has also assisted with trials across the country as the hot seat operator in the courtroom, as well as maintaining responsibility for trial logistics, witness preparation, and managing the trial team.
Practicing in today's digital environment creates ethical challenges that simply did not exist years ago. How do we interpret and apply the old rules of professional conduct in the context of ever-changing technology, massive volumes of ESI, and remote work? This program will explore the impact of technology on the practice of law, and how in-house counsel can recognize and comply with their ethical obligations.
This interactive CLE session includes a chance to win assorted gift card prizes!
The prominence of “mental health” has reached the forefront of employees’ minds in recent years. However, while employers have started promoting mental health-facing benefits and programs, they have also seen an uptick in mental health-related accommodation requests. In this session, in-house counsel will gain essential knowledge on managing mental health accommodation requests while formulating policies that support workplace wellness. Key areas of focus include legal compliance in mental health accommodations, strategies for sustaining a health-conscious work environment, and maintaining confidentiality in the accommodation process. Attendees will leave equipped with practical tools to create a supportive and legally sound workplace that prioritizes employee well-being. This session is an invaluable opportunity to enhance your understanding of integrating mental health considerations into your company's policies and practices.
This event is free for members and non-members (must be in-house council).