Ethics

Fisher Phillips Partner, Lisa McClane will present a one-hour ethics refresher course for in-house counsel. This presentation will cover the dos and don’ts, best practices and the most important things to keep in mind regarding ethics for their companies.

JOIN US IN PERSON AT THE HARD ROCK ON MAY 12, 2022 >>> ACC NYC CHAPTER 2022 ETHICS MARATHON

Join us for 4 hours of ethics CLE credit, followed by a cocktail networking reception.

AGENDA*

2:00 - 2:30 PM // Registration & Opening Remarks

2:30 - 3:20 PM // Session 1: Common Ethical Issues in Commercial Transactions

This presentation will cover various ethical traps that corporate counsel face and how to navigate them. Topics discussed will include ethical issues in negotiating contracts (including when corporate counsel has duties to disclose information), ethical issues when disputes arise, as well as conflict of interest issues pertaining to subsidiaries and affiliates and how to navigate these matters when you represent more than one entity.

Presented by Jenner & Block

SPEAKERS

Megan Manfred, Head of Commercial Legal, Via

Jenna E. Ross, Partner, Jenner & Block

Corey E. Schoellkopf, Associate, Jenner & Block

3:20 - 3:30 PM // Break

3:30 - 4:20 PM // Session 2: Artificial Intelligence and Legal Ethical Considerations

Artificial intelligence is not only an exploding technology area, but it is diffusing into all sectors of business and life.  Even for those who do not work at a tech company, it is hard to avoid interacting with AI as every industry continues to use AI to improve its operations.  This presentation will discuss some of the legal ethical issues that arise with this emerging technology, including privacy and confidentiality considerations when using AI, ownership of work product when using AI to automate certain tasks, ethical considerations when using data and AI analytics, and other ethical issues surfacing with this technology.

Presented by Baker Botts

SPEAKERS

Ndidi M. Elue, Lead Counsel, Responsible AI, Meta

Kevin Fumai, Assistant General Counsel, Oracle

Nicole A. Spence, Counsel, Data and AI - IBM Corporation

Margaret M. Welsh, Senior Associate, Baker Botts, LLP

4:20 - 4:30 PM // Break

4:30 - 5:20 PM // Session 3: Attorney Client Privilege in Investigations

The program covers the preservation of the attorney client privilege during internal investigations and will examine both the basics of privilege law and best practices for preserving it in the U.S. Attendees will find this program very beneficial for members of the compliance, internal audit, and legal functions.

During this session, we will discuss certain key aspects of privilege including:

• Fundamentals in the US and considerations in other jurisdictions
• Special considerations regarding waivers
• Audits and investigations
• Safeguarding privileged information

Presented by Crowell & Moring

SPEAKERS

Matt Amatruda, Senior Counsel, Investigations at Zoom Video Communications, Inc

Andrea Charles, Associate, Crowell & Moring

Kelly T. Currie, Partner, Crowell & Moring

Danielle L. Giffuni, Counsel, Crowell & Moring

Sheila Marhamati, Associate General Counsel, Government Investigations and Regulatory Enforcement, JPMorgan Chase & Co.

5:20 - 5:30 PM // Break

5:30 - 6:20 PM // Session 4: Don’t Have Ethics Put You Next to a Hard Rock

In-house counsel are facing new and unique ethical challenges arising from a rapidly changing business and technology environment. This program focuses on technology and in-house counsel’s ethical responsibilities surrounding agreements, compliance and data. The program will include a review of relevant ABA model rules and other ABA and state bar association guidance. Afterwards, panelists will discuss realistic scenarios touching on technology that in-house all while operating within our ethical obligations.

Presented by CSC

SPEAKERS

Chris Brancati, Commercial Counsel, Google Cloud at Google LLC

Helena Ledic, Associate General Counsel and Senior Director of Client Relations, CSC

Jesse Melman, Counsel, Third Party Risk Management at Zoom Video Communications, Inc.

Penny Williams, Commercial Counsel, Strategic Industries, Google Cloud at Google LLC

6:30 - 7:30 PM // Cocktail Networking Reception

CLE

Credits: 4 | State: NY | Category: Ethics and Professionalism | Suitable for both transitional and non-transitional attorneys

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As our employers’ representatives, we are expected to seek the best outcome we can achieve, whether that be in contract negotiation, enforcement of rights or in litigation. But we are also officers of the court, with a paramount obligation to ensure the interests of justice are served. Drawing the line between taking a tough approach in advancing an employer’s interests and a lawyer’s professional duties is not always easy.

Our experienced litigation lawyers will explore the duties owed by lawyers in this context covering the following:

•    the ethical framework and issues that arise for in-house lawyers in representing their employer’s interest
•    whether lawyers are placed at a disadvantage by having professional obligations that others may not have
•    the legal implications – unconscionable conduct under the ACL and misleading conduct
•    the use that may be made of statements made in (and knowledge gained from) without prejudice discussions
•    frankness in dealing with regulatory authorities
•    case studies on the above

This session is relevant for all in-house counsel roles.

Ethics at the Improv! It's no joke! The ACC-WI Annual 3.0 Hour Ethics Seminar is back and this year it will be a little different. Join us at the Milwaukee Improv at the Corners in Brookfield for an afternoon of Ethics CLE designed by in-house counsel for in-house counsel, followed by a cocktail reception sponsored by PS Companies.

DATE: Thursday, November 3, 2022

TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Check-In : 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Program:

Three, 50-Minute Sessions:

SESSION 1 – 1:00 p.m – 1:50 p.m. - "Big Ethical Considerations for Small Departments", Husch Blackwell LLP.

Particularly in small in-house legal departments, attorneys are often asked to serve in various different roles. What is privileged legal advice vs. business communications? What obligations do counsel heave if they become aware of unethical/illegal practices in other parts of the Company? To whom does counsel owe her “loyalty” when there is a conflict between the interests of the Company and the CEO/management? This session will address these questions and more.

Speakers: Mindi Giftos, Partner, Husch Blackwell LLP; Melissa Caulum WIlliams, Senior Counsel, Husch Blackwell LLP.

SESSION 2 – 2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. - "Minimum Specs: Emerging Technology and Ethics for In-House Counsel", Godfrey & Kahn S.C.

Speakers: Maggie Cook, Shareholder, Godfrey & Kahn; Zachary Willenbrink, Associate, Godfrey & Kahn; Santanu Singh, Assistant General Counsel & Assistant Secretary; Northwestern Mutual, Matthew Thomson, Director Cyber Liability, M3 Insurance.

This session will explore emerging technologies and the potential ethical pitfalls for in-house counsel. Panelists will cover topics that in-house counsel face (or will face) regularly, such as: wire transfer fraud, hacking and ransomware, data regulations, AI, and more.

SESSION 3 – 3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. - "The Good, the Bad, and the Bizarre: Updates on Recent Ethics Topics", Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren S.C.

This presentation will cover a mix of updates, decisions, and rule proposals from this past year. The topics include a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision regarding offensive personality, risks of texting and phone discovery, updates regarding multijurisdictional practice and unauthorized practice of law, and a significant decision related to the limits of attorney-client privilege in the context of ethics investigations.

Speakers: Joshua Taggatz, Shareholder, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren S.C.; Kushal Desai, Senior Commerical Counsel - Mobile Video Solutions, Chief Administrative Office - Legal Department, Motoral Solutions.

Cocktail Reception: 4:00 - 5:00 - Sponsored by PS Companies

Don't Forget, if you were a paid attendee of the ACC-WI 2022 Annual Conference, you may attend the Ethics Seminar FREE of charge.

Members: $75 - Members who did not attend 2022 Conference

Non-members: $100

Join Us for 7 Timely Virtual CLE Programs, Lunch Delivery, & Prize Draws!

4 Hrs General + 1 Hr Ethics + 1 Hr Professional Competence + 1 Hr Bias CA CLE Credits

Log in to ACC San Francisco Bay Area’s first major event of the New Year taking place right before the CLE filing deadline! California MCLE Certificates will be delivered at lightning speed, via email, by Fri., Jan. 28. Enjoy lunch delivery and networking on January 27 and attend 5 or more CLE sessions for the chance to win a pair of AirPods Pro or Beats by Dr. Dre Powerbeats Pro wireless earbuds!*

Our sponsors are coming out of the starting blocks with a great line-up of topics including some that qualify for those hard-to-find Bias, Ethics and Competency CLE credits.

ACC SFBA Member - $0
Non-Member - $99

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Agenda:

• 8:00 a.m. to 8:55 a.m. - Registration/Breakfast and a short performance by a Musicopia Drumline

• 8:55 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. - Co-Chairs' Welcome - Sri Atluri and Robin Rosenberg

9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. - Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP presents: "Belonging at Work: Creating an Inclusive Workplace"

Employers get the best from their employees when they have an inclusive workplace where employees feel safe, respected, and included.  Join Grace Speights, leader of Morgan Lewis's global labor and employment practice and co-leader of Mobilizing for Equality, the firm's task force committed to promoting racial equality and justice, as she leads a discussion on best practices and practical tips for creating a workplace where employees feel they belong and can thrive.

Speaker:

• Grace E. Speights, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. - BREAK

10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. - Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP presents: "Tools for Conversations on Sensitive Topics"

In this presentation, Ginene and Maria will engage us in an authentic discussion about the challenges of having sensitive conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. More and more, people are expecting employers and work colleagues to exhibit cultural competence, sensitivity, and humility. We will explore the possible pitfalls and celebrate the benefits of engaging in this challenging work to create and sustain a better workplace culture for everyone.

Speakers:

• Maria L. H. Lewis, Chief Diversity Officer, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
• Ginene A. Lewis, Associate Counsel, Sr. Manager, Vanguard

11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. - LUNCH/TABLE TALK

1:15 P.m. to 2:15 p.m. - Cozen O'Connor presents: "Benchmarking for Success"

This session will be dedicated to a Benchmarking initiative designed to provide organizations benchmarking tools that can enable them to improve the status of underrepresented individuals within their organization.  The discussion will touch on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) across a wide range of functional areas that have been proven relevant for optimization of DEIB impact and results and introduce the Benchmarking survey.

Speakers:

• Dexter R. Hamilton, Member, Cozen O'Connor
• Shakema Appleton, Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Cozen O'Connor
• Keilon Forest, Director of Practice Networks, ACC National Capital Region

2:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - BREAK

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Armstrong Teasdale LLP presents: "Deploying DEI: Strategies to Maximize Workforce Engagement Through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion"

Nearly every organization is positioned to further invest in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies as we look to 2022.  However, deploying effective tactics to achieve a sustainable strategy is often easier said than done.  Join Armstrong Teasdale for a working session on DEI.  Hear from in-house counsel about what's working, and perhaps not working, at their organizations.  Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn from each other and walk away with a strong pulse on the DEI landscape through interactive polling exercises, as well as discuss ideas for implementing effective strategies right away.

Speakers:

• Shelley A. Kinsella, Partner, Armstrong Teasdale LLP
• Carrie Sarhangi Love, Partner, Armstrong Teasdale LLP
• Roberte M. D. Makowski, Ph.D., J.D., Chief Intellectual Property Counsel, FMC Corporation
• Thomas Warnock, Associate General Counsel, Chief of Litigation and Specialties, Corteva Agriscience

3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. - BREAK

3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. - Dechert LLP Presents: "Mentoring: What Makes it Work?"

Mentoring, what makes it work? What's the difference between mentoring and sponsorship? What role do these commitments play in building an inclusive workplace? Having others take interest in your career is one of the keys to individual success.  A strong commitment to mentoring is also crucial to maintaining truly diverse offices and firms.  A panel of in-house attorneys share their experiences as mentors and mentees throughout their careers and what makes for the best mentoring relationships.  They'll also discuss the importance of effective mentoring and sponsorship efforts in creating offices where everyone can thrive.

Speakers:

• Brennan Torregrossa, Senior Vice President, Head of Global Litigation, GlaxoSmithKline
• Geneva Brown, Associate Senior Counsel, Cigna Ventures and Corporate Transactions, Lead Counsel, Cigna Foundation

• Cassandre L. Juste, Senior Counsel - Office of the General Counsel, The Vanguard Group, Inc.

• Alex Dimitrief, Partner, Zeughauser Group (Moderator)

4:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres with a Musical quintet performance by Musicopia

This event is an in-person event, and our region continues to face elevated COVID rates.  Per the City of Philadelphia Health Department, the Westin requires all attendees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.  You will be asked to show your vaccination card at entry.  Masks will be required except while eating or drinking.

Register below.

Social media has disrupted the marketing landscape and plays an integral role in how a company communicates with its audience. It’s a key strategy for businesses to attract customers, seek customer feedback, build brand recognition and loyalty and increase market reach.

Establishing guiding principles around company social media use is critical to ensure that your message is aligned to your company values, and your employees understand their roles and responsibilities.

What are the implications to your organisations should there be a breach of your company social media policy, how do you navigate these complexities with staff, as well as managing any reputational damage?
 
Join panellists Simon Hatcher, Hughes Public Relations and Communication Counsel, Rebekah Venning, Legal Counsel at University of Adelaide, and Emily Haar, Senior Associate at Piper Alderman for this breakfast seminar which will explore the use of social media within an organisation, and discuss some of the common legal issues, including:

• Revealing Confidential Information. The most common yet the most dangerous legal issue with regard to social media, is the disclosure of confidential information
• Illegal Use of Trademarks
• Defaming Problems
• Ambiguous Posts on Social Media
• Illegal Use of Copyrighted Work

Participants are invited to bring their Marketing or Social Media Manager to this informative session. Please ensure you register both attendees. 

Registration and networking: 7:30am - 7:45am

Presentation and sit down breakfast: 7:45 am - 8:45 am

Networking: 8:45am - 9am

The Piddington Society is back with PidKids. This is their kid-friendly CPD series, where children are encouraged to attend and morning tea is served.

This session will cover issues relating to returning to work: pregnancy and parenting discrimination, questions from colleagues and bosses, managing workflow, going to interviews and successfully working part-time and flexibly.

Chaired by Felicity McLeish (Wright Prospecting and ACC Australia WA Committee), you will hear from Ly Cejka (St John WA), Kathryn Maric (Panetta McGrath) and Maryann McKenna (McKenna & Associates) who will share their experiences and insight into the above, as practitioners, employment law experts and from the recruiter perspective.

Attendees will be able to claim 0.5 CPD points in CA1 (Practice Management) and 0.5 CPD points in CA3 (Ethics and Professional Responsibility).