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California and the Federal Trade Commission are now aligned in making recent enactments to eliminate employment non-compete agreements. California’s recent legislation and the FTC’s proposed rule will promote innovation and drive the California and U.S. economies forward. With employers no longer able to limit employee mobility, the focus will be upon protecting trade secret information. Learn practical compliance tips, and how to adjust to the changing landscape.

Registration Link.  Please register in advance:  https://meetsutter.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqf--rrD8vG9LEbL90jk50FctmDHTm-JPj

Register now for our annual Technology Summit.  

Please join ACC Oregon at The Fields Bar & Grill in Portland's Pearl District as we celebrate March Madness and the Second Annual ACC Oregon College Basketball Challenge. 

On Wednesday, March 20, we have space reserved at The Fields from 4-6pm.  We will be providing hosted appetizers and drinks while you network with your colleagues and watch the First Four games on tvs.  All attendees will be eligible to participate in a drawing for one pair of tickets to the NCAA Women's Sweet 16 sessions held at Moda Center on March 29-30.  This social event is open to all in-house attorneys in Oregon and SW Washington regardless of membership in the ACC.  Space is limited--we will start a wait list if full. 

Our hosted brackets for both the men's and women's basketball tournaments will open March 18. We will be offering some terrific prizes to the top 3 finishers in each bracket at the tournments' conclusion.  Both brackets will be free to enter and all in-house counsel in Oregon and SW Washington may participate.  Your immediate family members may participate too!

Please click on the to join us March 20 in person.  And, be sure to check your email on the morning of March 18 for links to fill out your online brackets. 

ACC-SoCal is partnering with the Long Beach Rescue Mission (LBRM). Since 1972, LBRM has provided food, clothing, shelter, spiritual guidance, and other critical needs to the unhoused and less fortunate people of the community. This event will take place at LBRM, located at 1335 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90803. Duties could include assisting with vegetable/fruit preparation, serving meals, cleaning dining room tables in between community and resident meals, dishwashing, and working in the Pantry/Food Storage to sort/organize/wipe down canned food and supplies.

Following the soup kitchen, volunteers will have lunch at Ammatoli, located at 285 E. 3^rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802. This restaurant is famous for its Levantine Cuisine and its chef is a semifinalist for the James Beard Award for Best Chef in California. Two hours of free parking is available at Parking Structure Lot C, located at 50 E. 3^rd Street.

This event is open to ACC members and their families. Please wear your ACC shirt. RSVP as soon as possible since space is limited.

Join the ACC, Washington Chapter at The Triple Door, Musicquarium Stage in downtown Seattle on March 14th at 5:30pm for an engaging evening with Paula Boggs, a distinguished speaker and musician! This event offers a delightful opportunity to earn CLE credits, connect with peers, and gain valuable insights from an exceptional Fortune 500 legal leader.

Paula Boggs is truly one-of-a-kind. Locally renowned for her decade-long role as the General Counsel of Starbucks, she has also held leadership positions with the Association of Corporate Counsel, Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA), and the American Bar Association. Recognized with a Puget Sound Business Journal Director of the Year Award, Paula has been named one of Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Black Directors for her contributions to both for-profit and non-profit boards, in addition to being a NASDAQ corporate director.

A distinguished Army Airborne veteran and U.S. Army Captain, Paula made history as one of America’s first women to receive an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. Prior to her tenure at Starbucks, she held executive roles in the technology industry, served as a law firm partner, and worked as a federal prosecutor.

Paula is not only a legal powerhouse but also a talented artist. Appointed by President Obama to the President’s Committee for the Arts and the Humanities and the White House Council for Community Solutions, she is internationally recognized as a "citizen-artist" and was honored with the 2018 Seattle Mayor’s Arts Award. Paula will share her insights into leading a purpose-driven life as an in-house lawyer, discussing her passions, inspirations, and even performing with her band!

Don't miss the chance to experience the wisdom, experience, and talent of Paula Boggs at this exceptional event!

The Corporate Transparency Act created sweeping new reporting obligations for covered U.S entities and certain foreign entities. The CTA requires these covered entities to file reports to disclose specific information regarding its Beneficial Owners and its Company Applicants to the U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCen").

Join us at Big Canyon Country Club for a morning of Pickleball, and a LOT of fun, including an all-American brunch and drinks to stay hydrated and bring out your inner champion!

We will offer a clinic by an expert coach on the rules of Pickleball, followed by a chance to practice your skills on the court. Experienced players however can skip the intro and jump into games right away. In other words, there's something for everyone and all are welcome!

After we get our sweat on (within reason of course), brunch will be provided with more opportunities to mingle with colleagues and friends.

Paddles and balls will be provided (just bring yourself, comfortable exercise attire, and work-out shoes). If you prefer to bring your own paddle, please let us know when you RSVP. Please also indicate your level of experience (beginner, intermediate, or experienced). We look forward to seeing you!

Vance will provide an overview of new California laws in the area of labor and employment.  This will include an in-depth discussion about California’s new Workplace Violence Prevention Act.

Gratitude. The state and trait of feeling thankful for and appreciating the good things in one’s life. While saying thanks seems like a simple gesture, neuropsychological research has linked the practice of gratitude to improved emotion, sleep, engagement, immunity, resilience, self-care, relationships, and overall physical and mental well-being. When people express gratitude, their brains release dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, neurotransmitters associated with a sense of contentment, happiness, and bonding.

This month we invite you to be scientists and observe how a conscious, daily gratitude practice affects your lives.

Over the course of 21-days, you will receive daily prompts to reflect upon and note in your journal.  At the end of the challenge, we will gather on a Zoom meeting to share our experience. 

Thanks to our generous sponsors, Mintz and Blank Rome, the first 70 people who sign up for the challenge will receive a Gratitude Journal!

Challenge Dates: March 6-26, 2024

Zoom Meeting: March 28, 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.

ACCBC & Mcarthy Tétrault is proud to host members of the ACC for a session on privacy and AI.

In this session we will discuss: 

• Privacy law developments over the past year 
• AI regulatory developments over the past year
• Contracting for AI engagements 

Speakers: 

David Crane, Partner, Information Technology Law and Cyber Data Groups, McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Jade Buchanan, Partner, Information Technology Law and Cyber Data Groups, McCarthy Tétrault LLP

This event is open to both ACC members and non-members, and comprises of a keynote presentation followed by a reception.

This event is in-person only.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024
4:00 p.m. - Registration
4:30 p.m. - Session starts
5:30 p.m. - Reception
6:00 p.m. - Reception ends