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All members are cordially invited to attend our Member Orientation & Mixer on Thursday, September 12th at Noon.
Whether you are brand new to the chapter or want to get reacquainted, don't miss this chance to mingle with old friends, meet new colleagues and learn more about how to make the most of your membership with the ACC San Francisco Bay Area Chapter.
This virtual session will be hosted by members of the ACC SFBA Board of Directors and Leadership Team & includes a pizza lunch delivery.
Join our CLE-accredited panel as we delve into the evolving landscape of generative AI in the legal sector. This session will explore practical use cases, critical considerations, and the ethical and privacy concerns facing in-house counsel as companies integrate AI into their operations and legal processes. Gain insights from a diverse panel of in-house counsel, outside attorneys, and eDiscovery experts, who will share their experiences and strategies for navigating this transformative technology. Enhance your understanding of how generative AI can impact your legal practice and safeguard client interests in this dynamic environment.
Complimentary beverages, light hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to mingle with your colleagues following the CLE presentation.
In conjunction with Golf Day, we are pleased to offer the ACC Southern California Inaugural Spa Day at the Waldorf Astoria located at 1 Monarch Beach Resport, Dana Point from 10am-5pm. Attendees of the Spa Day will enjoy the following - an option to select either a Serenity Massage or a Sea of Life Facial (sign up details to follow), access to the spa facilities from 10am to 5pm, an opportunity to gather with other attendees in the Spa Tranquility Room where refreshments will be served from 12-2pm. Following the Spa Day, attendees are invited to attend a cocktail reception at the Monarch Beach Golf Club located next to the hotel, starting at 5pm.
The ACC Foundation’s Cybersecurity Summit offers two days of in-person educational sessions and networking, designed to equip professionals with the tools and insights needed to address today’s most critical cybersecurity challenges. Cybersecurity touches every aspect of consumer and corporate culture, and vulnerabilities present grave financial, legal, and reputational risks. Preventing, preparing for, and responding to data breaches in real time are chief concerns in today’s workforce. This conference will keep you apprised of the latest threats and innovations through plenary sessions, expert panels, and the opportunity to network with peers. These learning opportunities will complement your broad understanding of cybersecurity strategies and principles, enabling you to become a more well-rounded, focused, and effective practitioner. This summit is tailored for professionals from law firms, corporations, service providers and government agencies, ensuring that you leave as a more focused and effective cybersecurity practitioner.
2024 continues to bring new changes and challenges for California employers as they face a myriad of updated and evolving employment laws and issues. Join Kristen Nesbit of Fisher Phillips for a mid-year update on recent developments in employment litigation, state and federal regulations, and the new employment laws that are driving change for California employers.
Join us for an exclusive soirée hosted by Goodlawyer, where you’ll mingle with Vancouver’s leading in-house lawyers, top professionals, and influential figures. Enjoy an elegant and relaxed atmosphere aboard a luxurious yacht, surrounded by breathtaking views and exceptional company. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your network and indulge in a night of exquisite conversation and ambiance.
Name of Yacht: The Pacific Yacht Location: Yacht Charters: The Marina, 1601 Bayshore Drive Departure: 4:30pm Doors Open / 5:30pm Set Sail Return: 7:30pm Return to dock / 8:30pm Event Concludes Food & Beverage: Open Bar, Canapes & hors d’oeuvres
Parking Details: There is ample street and indoor parkade parking within a 5-minute walk of the yacht. The best lot is Westpark Lot 138 located at 1675 Bayshore Drive. Parking rates vary. If coming by taxi or ride hail service, ask your driver to drop you outside of Lift Restaurant at 333 Menchion Mews. Public transit is available and many bus lines stop at West Georgia and Cardero Street. It is a short walk to the Marina from there.
This event is open to both ACC members and non-members, no fee to participate.
Please join Akin and the Association of Corporate Counsel Southern California for an informative program on choice of law and forum selection considerations in commercial contract drafting. We will focus on the state contract laws and interpretation principles of five key states: California, Delaware, Florida, New York and Texas. The presentation will analyze each state’s substantive contract law and interpretation principles, with a focus on the types of provisions and breaches that companies are most likely to encounter. The choice of law and forum selection considerations discussed as part of the presentation may be used:
To determine whether any of the key states’ laws should or should not be chosen in a contractual choice of law provision.
To evaluate potential forums for litigating disputes—specifically, arbitration vs. courts in the key states.
As an initial reference to aid in determining business and litigation strategies should a contractual dispute arise or be anticipated.
A cocktail and networking reception will follow on the outdoor patio of Espelette, Waldorf Astoria’s signature restaurant, serving coastal Mediterranean fare.
Complimentary valet parking will be provided.
This program is approved for MCLE credit by the State Bar of California in the amount of 1.0 credit hour.
The 2020 California ballot initiative Proposition 22 reshaped the landscape of California’s gig economy and marks a significant shift in labor laws. Hosted by Faegre Drinker and moderated by Cheryl Orr, the firm’s labor and employment practice group leader, this panel will explore the litigation that followed in Castellanos v. State of California and how the outcome impacts labor laws, employers and workers. As the dust settles, Proposition 22 and the Castellanos decision are shaping a new labor reality, with companies and workers grappling with the implications for California’s gig economy and beyond. Take advantage of this opportunity for a timely CLE and lunch while networking with in-house colleagues!
The FTC's national ban on non-compete agreements and related court challanges once again puts the spotlight on restrictive covenants and their continued viability of contractual scenarios.
This interactive Zoom session will walk through a mock contract issue-spotting, dissecting potential pitfalls and identifying strategies to protect against unfair competition. Use what your learned when drafting your company's own contract and reviewing existing ones.
