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AGENDA:

  • 9:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. – Session I (Cozen O'Connor)

  • 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. –  BREAK

  • 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. –  Session II (Ballard Spahr)

Session I — Winter Primer: Ethics Issues for In-house Lawyers…The Gift that Keeps on Giving

In-house counsel face issues relating to conflicts and ethics on a daily basis – some with which they contend regularly and others which they may merely brush up against.  With the evolving nature of the professional responsibility and ethics field, it is important to stay abreast of new developments in order to identify and address issues as they arise, as well as to take measures to guard against more systematic problems.  The panel will provide insight and advise on some of the more prevalent issues confronting in-house counsel as well as share best practices supported by the Rules of Professional Conduct and recent case law.  As part of the discussion, the panel will address ethical issues for lawyers with dual roles in a company and will cover and the multi-jurisdictional practice of law in light of remote work and in-house practitioner licenses.  They will provide considerations for in-house counsel in protecting privilege and work-product, including what happens when an in-house lawyer is a witness, and guidance on what to do when conflicts arise within your company, such as how to advise employees in a personal capacity and represent affiliates in transactions with the parent corporation.  Lastly, they will address the ethical issues that in-house counsel must consider when they conduct an internal investigation or use the results, as well as the increase in using non-lawyer experts in light of the expansion of technology, including cloud services, cross-border data arrangements, and bring-your-own device policies.

Session II — Cancel Culture at Work: Best Ethical Practices and Practical Tips to Reduce Risks Related to Employee Speech

The CEO was tagged in an after-hours post from employees criticizing the lack of action on a social issue.  What can the company do next?  Join a discussion about the ethical issues to consider and the potential legal claims a company may face when employees speak out, either at work or online. This webinar will offer best practices consistent with ethical rules and labor laws, and outline tips to avoid the speech-based civil claims that can arise in both corporate and public forums.

Use the red Register button to RSVP.  The Zoom link is shown below, and will also be provided with your completed registration.

 

https://accinhouse.zoom.us/j/91406191531

Evolving hypothetical in which in-house counsel confront a series of problems including:

  • Corruption issues
  • Sanctions and export controls questions
  • False Claims Act issues
  • Financial reporting and related SEC and civil concerns
  • All exploring privilege, conflicts and other ethics implications. 

With prominent industry leaders presenting over a full day of sessions, attendees will experience premier content, engage in intimate conversations with experts and peers, and be able to earn CLEs*. Don't miss this opportunity for professional development and networking!

2022 State of US Data Privacy Law Compliance Report
Womble Bond Dickinson
33 pages

This report developed by Womble Bond & Dickinson surveys nearly 200 executives based across the United States. This elite group – 62% of whom hold C-suite titles – comprised decision-makers from company leadership and key departments including information systems and information technology, privacy and security, legal and compliance, operations and finance, and marketing in response to states set to effect stricter requirements around consumer privacy rights in 2023. Check out this resource to view the full report and find out if companies are prepared to meet the looming updated guidelines.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Compliance and Ethics, Technology, Privacy, and eCommerce
Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
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This program will review critical ethical topics that are often faced by in-house counsel who are in the unique position of driving business forward, while also ensuring compliance with business and legal ethical obligations. For instance, when does privilege really apply and how can you use it to protect your organization? How can you use NDAs strategically? What happens if your business team wants to move forward with an action that falls in the "grey area" of the law?  

Speakers:
Thomas Peterson, Partner, Morgan Lewis
Kristin Smith, Founder, GC Ethics Collective
Joan Harrington, Former General Counsel of Save the Children, Formerly of the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University

The event is designed for those who like to golf, those who enjoy a day at the spa and those who need Ethics CLE credits!  Join us on September 28th! There is something for everyone!

AGENDA 

9:00 am Shotgun Start - Golfers at Memorial Golf Course
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Spa Appointments at Trellis Spa at The Houstonian Hotel
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Ethics CLE Program at The Houstonian Hotel (Featuring Stuart Teicher)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm - Reception/Raffle/Awards at The Houstonian Hotel
*Light Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Hors d'oeuvres and Cocktails Included

The ACC Houston Chapter is proud to have Stuart Teicher as the 2022 Ethics Seminar speaker. 

Topic: "The Tech Never Stops" 2.0 hours CLE (Includes 2.0 hours Ethics Credits)

Our devices are dangerous…there are issues with “working from anywhere”…and artificial intelligence is causing all sorts of nightmares.  In this program the CLE Performer, Stuart Teicher talks about all of the latest dangers, including stolen devices and Rule 1.6(c), the dangers of autocorrect and Rule 4.4(b), and more.

The Agenda for the 23rd Annual Event will vary slightly from years past. With many upgrades for this 23rd Annual in-person event, we are thrilled to announce that our golfers will be able to enjoy Houston's premier PGA golf course, Memorial Golf Course.  Reopened and totally upgraded after a year-long closure, this popular in-town muni sports fascinating green contours, modest but strategic bunkering, and acres of short-grass runoff around putting surfaces. The Original John Bredemus routing from 1936 has been tweaked some to make betters of the basically flat site, with lots of understory and trees removed to expose the ravines and make it spectator friendly for the PGA Tour's annual Houston Open. The work by architect Tom Doak was enhanced by consulting of 4-time major winner Brooks Koepka. Together, they have produced a golf course that tests everyday players and elite golfers.

Not to be outdone by golf, our spa attendees will see increased amenities and time at Trellis Spa at The Houstonian Hotel.  Trellis spa boasts as a Mediterranean style spa surrounding a courtyard that offers a beautiful, natural garden environment seen through large windows located throughout the spa.  In the newly renovated spa, our attendees will choose from massage, facial, manicure and pedicure treatments. ACC Houston members and sponsors will also have their choice of attending a floral design class sponsored by Kean Miller.  Yoga and tennis lessons by the pros at The Houstonian will also be options for our spa attendees.

This is our annual "Can't Miss Event"!  Plan to carve out time for the whole day for this event; you'll be glad you did!

An Eversheds Sutherland Resource - EU proposals to strengthen sanctions compliance
Eversheds Sutherland
3 pages

The European Commission announced two proposals which aim to strengthen sanctions compliance and effectiveness across the EU.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Compliance and Ethics
Region: European Union
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