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Please join us for this fun, family-friendly event organized by the ACC SoCal Well-Being Committee. Family and friends are welcome as we gather for a walk around the beautiful lake. Where: Woodbridge North Lake Park, Irvine When: Saturday June 15 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Why: Promotes physical fitness, stress reduction, and social connection
All are welcome, whether or not you have a doggie or other animal friend to bring or would just like to join in the fun. We will meet at the tables outside the Grocery Outlet at the adjacent Woodbridge Village Center – look for Jeff and Jill and an ACC sign. We will provide a light snack and water.
Join Husch Blackwell and Microsoft as they take you on an experiential learning tour of the technology that is changing our lives and our workplaces. Through a panel discussion and hands-on experience with AI, you will gain tips on how to leverage ground-breaking AI tools in a responsible, compliant and effective manner.AI tools in a responsible, compliant and effective manneAI tools in a responsible, compliant and effective manner.
Join us as a volunteer at the upcoming Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) Summer Games Championship on Sunday, June 9th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Cal State Long Beach.
At the Games, SOSC athletes compete in athletics (track and field), basketball, bocce, flag football, swimming, Unified Bocce, and Unified Flag Football. Be a part of the ACC Southern California Chapter’s group of volunteers supporting local athletes. Volunteers must be 14 and older to participate.
Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace and What to Do When Claims are Made
In this webinar, you will learn the basics of preventing sexual harassment in the workplace and what to do when you are presented with a complaint of sexual harassment. Presenters will offer recommendations for best practices, including appropriate policies, procedures, and trainings for preventing sexual harassment, provide examples of the types of sexual harassment complaints commonly made, and answer any questions you may have regarding handling these complaints. Specifically, the presentation will cover policies and procedures regarding sexual harassment, how to identify what type of sexual harassment complaint is being made, what to do and what not to do in response to receiving a sexual harassment complaint, how to conduct an investigation into the sexual harassment complaint, including ascertaining and interviewing potential witnesses, and how to prepare an investigative report containing conclusions and recommendations for the company in light of the findings.
Roundtable: In-house Counsel as an Effective Business Partner
We invite you to join your ACCBC peers to talk about how a successful in-house lawyer works collaboratively as a business partner by understanding and relating to internal clients and colleagues.
At this roundtable discussion in-house counsel will explore effective strategies for aligning with business needs. Roundtable participants will engage in a dynamic exchange of ideas on best practices and tips on:
using a business person mindset when discussing legal issues and communicating with business colleagues;
effectively communicating our analysis, recommendations and document comments;
translating complex legal concepts into business-friendly language and actionable insights;
creating concise and insightful presentations for senior leaders;
fostering a deeper collaboration and trusting relationship with business teams; and
ensuring that legal advice not only protects the organization but also propels business strategies forward.
Join us to share your ideas and challenges. Attendees will leave with a strengthened ability to act as both legal advisors and strategic business partners and to communicate more effectively with their business colleagues.
Event Date: Thursday June 6, 2024 Event Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Virtual Meeting via Zoom
This event is open to both ACC members and non-members.
This event will qualify for up to 1.0 hours of CPD credits from the Law Society of BC
In the last year 53% of companies have experienced a data breach related to third parties. With no end in sight, what are some of the recent developments within breach response that are helping companies and their law firms respond faster and more effectively? And, what are some of the proactive measures that are proving most effective in mitigating risks? The boat will leave prompty at 5:15.
A crash course in conducting workplace investigations
In this webinar, you will learn the basics of conducting a workplace investigation from start to finish. Presenters will offer recommendations for best practices, provide interactive examples, and answer any questions you may have about the most effective way to conduct an investigation. Specifically, the presentation will cover how to respond to an initial complaint, how to ascertain witnesses to interview, how to gather and review documents, how to prepare an investigative report, and how to draw conclusions and prepare recommendations for the company in light of the investigation findings.
In our increasingly globalized world, businesses are no longer restricted by geographical borders. Expanding operations internationally can provide access to new markets, increase brand awareness, and extend the customer base. However, this also introduces unique challenges. Osborne Clarke invites you to join our experts to gain a better understanding of paving the way for successful global expansion of your business. This webinar will delve into critical aspects such as:
Understanding regulatory landscapes in the EU and UK
Intellectual property rights and protections abroad
