Compliance and Ethics

This Webcast will review the role and responsibilities of auditors in both financial statement audits and internal investigations, along with best practices for company counsel in working and communicating with auditors in those situations. The Webcast will be led by two accountants and two lawyers, all of whom have deep experience in issues related to auditing and investigation.

Generously Sponsored by Gibson Dunn

In an era where data breaches pose serious threats to financial integrity, the New York Department of Financial Services (NY DFS) has updated its Cybersecurity regulations, underscoring the need for stringent data governance. This pivotal Webcast, hosted in collaboration with the Association of Corporate Counsel, will delve into the crucial amendments to the NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulation, with a particular focus on the new requirements for maintaining an asset inventory and the defensible deletion of non-essential data.

As organizations navigate these enhanced mandates, the need for a robust Data Discovery solution becomes clear. This session will explore how advanced data discovery technology seamlessly aligns with the updated regulations by enabling organizations to efficiently discover, classify, and catalog data across their entire landscape, thus facilitating compliance with asset inventory requirements. Additionally, we will discuss how this technology empowers entities to identify data that can be defensibly deleted, addressing the regulation’s disposal mandates.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the amendments' implications through real-world scenarios and expert insights. This Webcast is designed for leaders in the financial services, insurance, and healthcare sectors, equipping them with the knowledge to confidently navigate the complexities of the revised NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulation.

Join us to ensure your organization is not only compliant but also well-equipped to protect sensitive data with the most advanced tools at your disposal. Engage with our experts and turn regulatory challenges into opportunities for enhanced data governance.

Generously sponsored by Exterro

Join us for an exploration of the most anticipated cases in the upcoming Supreme Court Term and their potential impact on in-house counsel. Our panel of legal experts will break down key cases involving corporate law, regulatory disputes, constitutional challenges, employment law, intellectual property, and other issues of interest. We’ll discuss how these rulings may shape legal strategies, compliance efforts, and risk management for businesses in 2024 and beyond. This session is essential for in-house counsel looking to stay ahead of emerging legal trends and prepare their organizations for the changing legal landscape. 

Generously sponsored by King & Spalding LLP

This event will provide an in-depth exploration of key ethical issues in legal practice, including outside counsel guidelines, civility, and joint representation. Attendees will gain practical insights into managing conflicts, upholding professionalism, and ensuring ethical compliance in complex situations. 

AGENDA                              
1:30 – 1:45pm     Check-in
1:45 – 2:45pm    The Ethics of Outside Counsel Guidelines (Marcel Duhamel)
2:45 – 3:15pm    What is Civility (Bob Webner)
3:15 – 3:30pm    Break
3:30 – 4:00pm    What is Civility, Part 2 (Marcel Duhamel)
4:00 – 4:30pm    The O’Jays and Joint Representation (Bob Webner)
4:30 – 5:30pm    Networking hour
[Total credit 2.5 hours]

CREDITS
2.5 CLE (This course has been submitted for approval by the Ohio Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 2.5 total professional conduct CLE hours)

COURSE DETAILS
The Ethics of Outside Counsel Guidelines: Explore the ethical considerations involved in adhering to outside counsel guidelines. This session will examine potential conflicts, compliance challenges, and the responsibilities of legal professionals when navigating these contractual obligations.

What is Civility: Delve into the importance of civility in the legal profession and its ethical implications. This session will examine ethical rules and guidance related to civility and best practices for maintaining professionalism and respect in communications with opposing counsel and courts.

The O’Jays and Joint Representation: This session will analyze the ethical complexities of joint representation, drawing lessons and inspiration from the music of R&B group The O’Jays. Attendees will learn about conflicts of interest that can arise and factors to consider when deciding whether to proceed with a joint representation. 

Attendees must abide by ACC NEO's Event Code of Conduct.

SPEAKERS
Vorys
Robert N. Webner, Partner
Marcel C. Duhamel, Partner

Questions? Contact
ACC NEO Executive Director
b.keck@accglobal.com

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Explore the intricate landscape and recent developments of trade secret enforcement by both the Department of Justice and private plaintiffs. This panel will cover key aspects of developing criminal and civil law, such as the surprisingly flexible standards for identifying trade secrets, enforcement mechanisms, and common challenges in prosecutions and litigation. Delve into key federal statutes including the Economic Espionage Act and the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016, through insightful case studies demonstrating how these laws are used and gain an understanding of the latest trends and pitfalls in trade secret enforcement.

Presented in cooperation with Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP

Amid rising global conflicts and East Asia tensions, US employers must confront uncertainty in recruiting worldwide talent, learning to balance dueling immigration regulations, employment and international trade laws, and recent anti-discrimination enforcement actions. Choose Your Own Adventure in this audience-led program, and work in teams to address challenging compliance issues, including the legality of employment restrictions tied to potential export control, the impact of future regulation changes on non-US workers, and anticipated legal shifts in these areas.

Presented in cooperation with Barnes & Thornburg LLP

As companies increasingly use influencers to market products and services, in-house counsel need to be more aware of the different rules and regulations surrounding influencer advertising. This panel will delve into the various regulations and guidelines crucial for preventing legal complications and keeping clients out of trouble. Gain insights into disclosure requirements, endorsement guidelines, and other key considerations to safeguard your organizations.

In 2024, sustainability shifts from voluntary to legal compliance, expanding in-house counsel's role in ESG risk management. Global sustainability laws establish a complex legal framework for corporate disclosure that includes clear reporting standards for some jurisdictions and conflicting standards in others. In-house counsel will be critical in guiding organizations towards compliance. This session will explore the existing and proposed disclosure laws, including the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, the California Climate Disclosure Laws, the SEC’s Climate Disclosure Regulation, and the Australian Climate Disclosure Legislation. Learn how these laws affect global companies and strategies for maintaining compliance.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs have become standard in organizations and legal departments of all types, but these programs are facing more and challenges and scrutiny every day. In this session, panelists across industries will discuss those challenges and the current legal and social landscape for DEI efforts in-house, especially in the aftermath of the Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard Supreme Court decision and the cases brought in its wake. Learn new ideas and best practices on how your DEI programs can evolve to address challenges, withstand scrutiny, and still be effective in advancing DEI.