ACC Update - September 2008 (Plain Text Version)Question of the MonthI am an in-house attorney whose primary practice is in real estate law, and I am looking for educational tools and materials that focus on this practice. Does ACC have any resources that are specific to, or involving, real estate law? I am an in-house attorney whose primary practice is in real estate law, and I am looking for educational tools and materials that focus on this practice. Does ACC have any resources that are specific to, or involving, real estate law? Answer: Yes, ACC offers a number of resources to members interested in real estate law. The Real Estate Law Committee (REC) holds a monthly teleconference call that includes “Legal Quick Hits” on hot topics; provides a Listserv for committee members; and is sponsoring the session “602: Negotiation of Commercial Real Estate Leases,” at this year’s Annual Meeting in Seattle.
To join the REC, or for more information, visit http://www.acc.com/php/cms/index.php?id=391.
Register Today for ACC’s 2008 Annual MeetingIf you haven’t yet registered for ACC’s 2008 Annual Meeting, October 19-22 in Seattle, Washington, there is still time. Full program details with program descriptions and faculty are available at http://am.acc.com/conference_program.cfm, and cover such topics as ethics, contract law, and globalization presented by corporate counsel from DuPont, Johnson & Johnson, Kraft Foods, Microsoft Corp., Seattle Mariners, Seattle Seahawks, Toyota, and the Xerox Corporation. The meeting includes over 100 CLE sessions with special sessions for new in-house counsel, chief legal officers, small law department practitioners and much more. Register today at http://am.acc.com. [return to top] If You Lead, Will They Follow? Make Sure with ACC’s Executive Leadership InstituteBody text here.If you manage attorneys, you know that being a good lawyer does not necessarily mean you are able to lead others. ACC’s Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) will provide you with those skills: leadership styles, motivation, strategic planning, providing positive feedback, managing lawyer personality types, and more. ELI covers them all and in an in-house context. Join us in San Francisco September 15-17 and apply today at www.acc.com/leadership. [return to top] The ACC Europe Annual ConferenceThe ACC Europe 2009 Annual Conference has been scheduled for 7 to 9 June in Geneva, Switzerland. This event is an unparalleled opportunity for in-house counsel to meet and exchange valuable knowledge and expertise. The 2009 conference will focus on navigating the stormy waters of the current international economic environment. The participation of ACC Europe members and their colleagues is greatly encouraged and we invite you to mark your diary. A complete programme will be posted online this fall. We look forward to seeing you in Geneva!
ACC’s Corporate Compliance & Ethics DVD: Real-Life Scenarios and Practical Applications IlluminatedACC has completed production on its Ethical Issues for Corporate Counsel DVD, which brings to light real-life corporate scenarios and the difficult judgments that in-house counsel must make. From navigating internal investigations and employee interviews, to the ethics of supervising off-shored and outsourced work, to the hiring of professional investigators to collect background facts, and even, the issues involved in “global” counseling --- this DVD provides a great discussion platform for your next chapter meeting or department retreat. Written specifically for in-house counsel, with your needs and interests in mind, the scenarios have been developed to engage discussion about “what happens next” and to help you gauge responses to difficult situations. More information about the DVD will be available on www.acc.com …. and be sure to sign up for the Ethics SuperSession at this year’s Annual Meeting in Seattle and join ACC Senior Vice President & General Counsel Susan Hackett as she leads a discussion in conjunction with the DVD vignettes to help determine how our corporate counsel hero should handle the situations presented.
ACC Webcasts: Online Learning Made Convenient for YouWhether you are in the office or the comfort of your home, ACC Webcasts provide you with valuable, up-to-date information relevant to the in-house counsel community. Upcoming webcasts include: ACC Top Ten: What You Should Know About States AG ActivitiesOver the past two decades, State Attorneys General (AGs) have significantly increased the number of investigations and litigations targeting business and industry. This increase is due to, among other things, a perceived lack of federal law enforcement requiring AGs to “fill the void,” as well as the increasing tendency of states to join together to coordinate activity through “multi-state” actions. Check out this month's ACC Top Ten to learn the top ten things you should know about State Attorneys General activities. If you are interested in writing an ACC Top Ten tip, contact Nichole Opkins for more information. ACC Legal Resources• Tips & Insights "Law Department Management With Jeffrey D. Paquin”
ACC Alliance Partners – Working for YouACC members benefit from our partnerships with top-tier legal and business service providers with services specifically designed for the in-house practitioner at special rates. ACC in the NewsCongratulations to ACC Board Chair Laura Stein, Senior Vice President & General Counsel of the The Clorox Company, for The Clorox Company’s recent award from the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence in recognition of their pro bono partnership with the Family Violence Law Center (FVLC). By partnering with the FVLC, the Clorox team has been able to increase access to justice and safety for domestic violence survivors. We salute your efforts, Laura! [return to top] ACC Value Challenge –Live Town Hall Meeting @ACC.comWatch the ACC Value Challenge, a new initiative to reconnect costs and value for legal services, live on September 26 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM GMT (1:00 – 4:00 PM EST), via Webcast from the Reagan International Trade Center in Washington, D.C. A detailed agenda and viewing instructions are available at http://www.acc.com/public/launch-webcast-agenda-accvaluechallenge.pdf.
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