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Question of the Month
Question: I’ve been tasked with reviewing my company’s document
retention policy to ensure that it is effectively meeting both internal
and external requirements. How do I get started?
Answer: ACC has a variety of tools—from InfoPAKs to webcasts—that cover the basics of document retention policies, including:
• Information Management and Records Retention Programs Best Practices
• Le Document, C’est Moi: Records Retention in Europe
• Practical Solutions to eDiscovery & Records Retention
• Records Retention 2006 InfoPAK
• Sample policies in the Virtual Library. Please use keyword: records retention; material type: "sample form and policy" or "quick reference."
• ACC Alliance Partner Jordan Lawrence enables companies to establish and enforce legally defensible records policies across all media, including e-mail.
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ACC’s Canadian CCU Returns to Toronto
For the second year, ACC will present its Canadian CCU in Toronto, May 6-8, 2007 at The Metropolitan Hotel. Open only to in-house counsel, CCU teaches new to in-house counsel and new managers how to excel in their new roles. Registrants will learn first-hand from in-house colleagues about the tools and best practices necessary to foster a successful in-house career. Network with the best and brightest in the in-house legal profession. For more information, contact ACC’s education team; education@acc.com or 202.293.4103, ext. 451.
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CLO ThinkTanks in Canada
ACC has hosted the first of three CLO ThinkTanks specifically for top in-house lawyers in Canada to come together and discuss today’s most pressing legal issues. The first session focused on the CLO’s role in corporate governance and compliance in Canada and was hosted by David Allgood, Chief Legal Officer, Royal Bank of Canada. Find out what top CLOs are thinking:
• Executive summary from the ThinkTank
• David Allgood’s insights on corporate subsidiary governance
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This Month in ACC Docket
• An appeal involves much more than a second chance to win a case. In “Should You Appeal?” find out what is involved and learn to determine when appealing a decision might not be the best course of action.
• “Constructing Standard Metrics of Your Law Department’s Value” will help you show your senior management that you’ve got the right stuff.
• European Briefings: Focusing on insolvency and bankruptcy issues in Europe.
• Find out how your in-house peers are approaching the issue of diversity in “MCCA Research Uncovers Best Diversity Practices of In-house Counsel.”
• Is there a bigger benefit to pro bono work than simply feeling good? Find out in “The Business Case for In-house Pro Bono.”
• “Lessons Learned the Hard Way: Ten Flags of Possible Financial Mismanagement and Fraud” will help you identify keys signs that trouble may be brewing.
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Upcoming ACC Events in Canada
ACC's calendar of legal education programs is being regularly updated. In February, you can attend "The Evolving Interface of Human Rights and Employment Law," which will address topics such as the end of mandatory retirement, duty to accommodate employees on leave, proposed amendments to the human rights complaints process. Visit the Canadian chapter page to see other events and resources just for you.
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In-house Jobline Hits 1,000 Jobs
Right now, there are approximately 1,000 corporate counsel jobs on
ACC's In-house Jobline. Job seekers get free resume posting, access to
the online career center, and can search positions by critera like
geographic location and job title. Employers get access to thousands
of qualified candidates, automatic notification when candidates who
meet your criteria post their resume, and a discount on job postings
(for ACC members). Visit In-house Jobline today.
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New Top Ten List: Methods to Manage Outside Counsel
ACC’s Top Ten lists (available at www.acc.com) provide quick overviews on hot topics for in-house counsel. Check out all of the available Top Ten lists, including:
• NEW: Top Ten Methods to Manage Outside Counsel
• Top Ten New to In-house Pointers
• Top Ten Things Your Board Needs to Know About Effective Compliance and Ethics Programs
• Top Ten Tips for Corporate Counsel Dealing with the New FRCP on eDiscovery
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Be a Presenter at ACC's Annual Meeting: Call for Programs
Do you have new, innovative ideas for a CLE/CPD program? If so, send
them to ACC. We are currently accepting program ideas for the 2007
Annual Meeting (Enjoying the Ride on the Track to Success, October
29-31, Hyatt Regency Chicago). The submission site
is now open. Don’t delay—ACC member submissions are due by January 9.
Your ideas are what make ACC's Annual Meeting a valuable resource every
year. View full meeting details and submission guidelines and submit your idea. Questions? The education team can help. Call 202.293.4103, ext. 315.
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ACC’s Webcasts: Keep on Top of Legal Trends Right at Your Desk
Upcoming Webcast:
• From Data Protection to IP Reform: Protecting Consumers and Preserving Competition in a Dynamic Marketplace
Wednesday, December 13, 3:00 PM (ET)
ACC understands that you have a busy schedule and may not be able
to listen to a webcast when the live program is offered. So, at your
convenience, you can access both webcast replays and transcripts.
Webcast replays are available through the online archive, while transcripts of previously aired webcasts can be found in ACC’s Virtual Library. Take advantage of these timely, free resources.
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Duke University Study Results: In-house Lawyering and Value Creation
In recent years, companies have been shifting much of their
transactional legal work from outside law firms to in-house lawyers,
and some large companies now staff transactions almost exclusively
in-house. Although this transformation redefines the very nature of the
business lawyer, scholars have largely ignored it. This article seeks
to remedy that omission, using empirical evidence as well as economic
theory to help explain why in-house lawyers are taking over, and
whether they are likely to continue to take over, these functions and
roles of outside lawyers. The findings suggest that in-house lawyers
may now be performing as high quality work as outside lawyers and that
the value of the reputation of outside lawyers may be significantly
diminishing. Download the draft article here.
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Take Robert Half Legal’s Staffing Survey
Spend just five minutes to complete Robert Half Legal's survey on
legal staffing and you will be entered to win a $100 gift
certificate—just in time for the holidays! Robert Half Legal, an
exclusive staffing partner of ACC, is a leading provider of legal
professionals for both project-based and permanent positions. Complete the survey for a chance to win. We value your feedback and appreciate your participation.
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