The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is the world's largest organization serving the professional and business interests of attorneys who practice in the legal departments of corporations, associations, nonprofits and other private-sector organizations around the globe.
An introduction to international accounting standards with special attention to section 39, which is related to recognition of financial assets and liabilities. What is the process for derecognition of financial assets and liabilities related to financial instruments sales, etc? Learn how the discrepancies between the US Financial Accounting Standards and IAS could impact your company.
Today’s economy brings both challenges and opportunities. While the current financial environment makes it clear that little can be done to fully protect against a potential bankruptcy by a customer, landlord, licensee or tenant, you can “be the solution” by proactively moving to mitigate risk or even benefit from the event. Join us at this session for an update on how to handle bankruptcy in a way that will best help your company.
The financial crisis of 2008 will have repercussions for years to come. In addition to the mega—bankruptcies, there will be panoply of solvency issues for companies of all sizes. An array of ethical issues for in-house counsel will be associated with these unordinary events. Are there special professional rules that will apply? To whom is responsibility owed? Will there be special problems with public companies? Will creditors have special responsibilities? This session will address possible solutions and seek answers to the many solvency issues that lie ahead.
Addresses threats to privacy and online security, computer crime and prevention, as well as emergency response planning. Overview of computer crimes statutes and reporting mechanisms, including Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act regulations, state and international legal authority.