Corporate Counsel College - International Association of Defense
Transcript of Corporate Counsel College - International Association of Defense
International Association of Defense Counsel
Corporate Counsel CollegeApril 10 - 11, 2014 The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, Illinois
Highlights• KeynoteSpeaker:BryanA.Garner,EditorinChiefofBlack’sLawDictionary• NavigatingtheStormyWatersofCyberSecurity:DoNotBeAfraid!• TheCEOPerspectiveoftheRelationshipofInsideandOutsideCounsel• HowtoConductanEffectiveMeeting• FromtheBoardRoomtotheLockerRoomtotheConstructionSite:EEOCInitiativestoEliminateSystematicDiscrimination,SexStereotyping,andWhatReallyGoesOninanNFLLockerRoom
• ProtectingGoodwillandProprietaryInformationinToday’sMobileCorporateEmploymentEnvironment• InternalInvestigations:APowerfulDeterrencetoFutureHarassmentandAvoidanceofAgencyInvestigations•WinningatAnyCost:HowtoSurviveWhenOthersAreBreakingtheRules...andtheLaw•Managing“BettheCompany”Litigation
Essential Insights for In-House Counsel and
Those Who Represent Them
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. LUNCHEON AND KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Bryan A. Garner, Editor in Chief, Black’s Law Dictionary, Dallas, TX USABryan A. Garner is the author of more than 20 books on legal writing and language in general. His magnum opus is the third edition of Garner’s Modern American Usage, published by Oxford
University Press. He is best known as Editor in Chief of the venerable Black’s Law Dictionary, now in its ninth edition. Since 1991, he has taught more than 120,000 lawyers, judges, and paralegals in continuing legal education seminars throughout the U.S. and abroad. His company, LawProse, Inc. of Dallas, is the country’s largest provider of legal-writing and drafting CLEs. The late novelist and essayist David Foster Wallace, writing in Harper’s, called Garner “a genius, though of a rather particular kind. . . . He’s both a lawyer and a lexicographer (which seems a bit like being both a narcotics dealer and a DEA agent).”
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. HOW TO CONDUCT AN EFFECTIVE MEETINGWe all must endure the necessary evil of meetings. But how can you structure and manage those meetings to more effectively and efficiently achieve their goals? Professor John Kello of Davidson College will offer insight on how to conduct an effective meeting. Professor Kello focuses on the areas of industrial-organizational psychology and strategies of the team-based work redesign. He has conducted extensive research about the perception and science of meetings. Professor Kello will discuss how and why some meetings, which are intended to be productivity tools, are perceived as a waste of time. He will provide practical tips to conduct a more effective and efficient meeting in order to utilize this productivity tool better. Participants will gain insights that can be put to use the following Monday morning to turn the plague of meetings into a tool for achieving value and attaining goals.
Presenter: John Kello, Davidson College, Davidson, NC USA
2:00 – 2:15 p.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. FROM THE BOARD ROOM TO THE LOCKER ROOM TO THE CONSTRUCTION SITE: EEOC INITIATIVES TO ELIMINATE SYSTEMATIC DISCRIMINATION, SEX STEREOTYPING, AND WHAT REALLY GOES ON IN AN NFL LOCKER ROOMThis panel covers issues from the corporate boardroom to the NFL locker room: discrimination, stereotypes, and harassment in the workplace. Does the venue alter the acceptability of the behavior? Our panel of an EEOC regional attorney, retired NFL player, and outside counsel for the NFL Players Association will cover the interplay of corporate culture and employment protections, enlighten us on the EEOC priorities addressed to eliminate systemic discrimination in our varied work sites, and engage us in a discussion of differing views seen from their lenses.
Moderator: Eve B. Masinter, Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, L.L.P., New Orleans, LA USAPanelists: Adam D. Goldberg, former NFL Player and Player Representative for the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), Denver, CO USA; Jeffrey Kessler, Winston & Strawn LLP, NFLPA Counsel, New York, NY USA; Anna Y. Park, Los Angeles District Office of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Regional Attorney, Los Angeles, CA USA
SCHEDULETHURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014
7:15 – 8:00 a.m. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:00 – 8:15 a.m. OPENING REMARKSRobert D. Hunter, Corporate Counsel College DeanAltec, Inc., Birmingham, AL USAMolly H. Craig, IADC President Hood Law Firm, LLC, Charleston, SC USA
8:15 – 9:45 a.m. NAVIGATING THE STORMY WATERS OF CYBER SECURITY: DO NOT BE AFRAID!There are horror stories surrounding cyber security breaches and the aftermath of media blitzes, governmental investigations, and potential class action lawsuits, and worse. Today, cyber risk is the number one issue that keeps General Counsel up at night. Some of the world’s leading consultants in the management of cyber risk and the implementation of reasonable security practices join panelists who have dealt with Internet security breaches. They will provide a practical road map to assist with the development and management of a program that will allow in-house counsel to rest easy at night and avoid the nightmares!
Moderator: Robert C. Manlowe, Williams, Kastner & Gibbs PLLC, Seattle, WA USAPanelists: Donald G. Buttermore, Cyber Security Specialist, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Houston, TX USA; Edward P. Gibson, Alvarez & Marsal, Washington, DC USA; David N. Fagan, Covington & Burling LLP, Washington, DC USA; Warren G. Kruse, Vice President of Data Forensics, Altep, Inc., Red Bank, NJ USA; Klaus Zacharias, General Counsel of Industry Automation Division, Siemens AG, Nuremburg, Germany
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.THE CEO PERSPECTIVE OF THE RELATIONSHIP OF INSIDE AND OUTSIDE COUNSELThe relationship between in-house and outside counsel has been explored by those parties but what do CEOs think of the relationship? This panel of CEOs will engage in a spirited discussion about the progression and value of corporate counsel and outside counsel. Panelists will discuss the opportunities and successful strategies for in-house counsel who wish to progress up the ranks of a corporation. This session will offer insight into the evolving role of in-house counsel as business executives and the keys to effectively broadening the necessary skill set. The value of coordination between in-house counsel and outside counsel will be addressed. Whether your future is on the corporate ladder or as counsel advising those on the ladder, this session will provide guidance to promote your efforts.
Moderator: John T. Lay, Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A., Columbia, SC USAPanelists: Robert Apatoff, President & Chief Executive Officer, FTD Companies, Inc., Winnetka, IL USA; Peter M. Bristow, President, First Citizens Bank and Trust, Columbia, SC USA; D. Paul Jones, Jr., Balch & Bingham LLP, Birmingham, AL USA; David A. Luptak, Chief Executive Officer, Esmark Industrial, LLC, Sewickley, PA USA
3:15 – 3:25 p.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
3:25 – 4:15 p.m.PROTECTING GOODWILL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION IN TODAY’S MOBILE CORPORATE EMPLOYMENT ENVIRONMENTThe increased mobility of today’s workforce has eroded the enforceability of non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and trade secret agreements to safeguard proprietary information against disclosure by former rogue executives and managers. What should be done to maximize protection of a company in light of these social changes? Take out your pencils, pens, and tablets and revise those often outdated and sometimes unenforceable agreements in light of the information gained through this presentation.
Presenter: Susan K. Eggum, Lane Powell PC, Portland, OR USA
4:15 – 5:15 p.m.INTERNAL INVESTIGATIONS: A POWERFUL DETERRENCE TO FUTURE HARASSMENT AND AVOIDANCE OF AGENCY INVESTIGATIONS Outside agency investigations are costly and time consuming and can expose companies to significant liabilities. Join the Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice-President of Caterpillar, Inc. for valuable insights and strategies from the in-house perspective on conducting internal investigations and using information gathered to deter future claims and avoid outside agency investigations. Learn how to and who should conduct internal investigations and most importantly, when to commence those investigations. This program will provide best practice takeaways to help your company successfully manage your work environments.
Moderator: Eve B. Masinter, Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, L.L.P., New Orleans, LA USAPanelists: Jacqueline Harding, Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz & Dicker, Los Angeles, CA USA; Kimberly S. Hauer, Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice-President, Caterpillar, Inc., Peoria, IL USA; Bradford B. Ingram, Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, Peoria, IL USA
5:15 – 5:25 p.m.CONCLUDING COMMENTS FOR DAY ONE
Robert D. Hunter, Corporate Counsel College DeanAltec, Inc., Birmingham, AL USA
5:30 – 6:45 p.m. COCKTAIL RECEPTION
FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 20147:15 – 8:00 a.m. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. WINNING AT ANY COST: HOW TO SURVIVE WHEN OTHERS ARE BREAKING THE RULES . . . AND THE LAWFollowing Hurricane Katrina, State Farm faced multiple attacks from a prominent plaintiff ’s counsel and a state Attorney General, who employed tactics that would prove troublesome to any company doing business today. Mr. Jackson presents a compelling tale of legal and political intrigue, detailing how his company responded to these assaults and sharing lessons that will benefit all who may someday face such challenges or who may represent those enduring such a siege.
Presenter: Jeffrey W. Jackson, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, Bloomington, IL USA
9:30 – 9:45 a.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
9:45 – 11:00 a.m. MANAGING “BET THE COMPANY” LITIGATIONBet the Company Litigation Part 1: The View from InsideAll corporations must be ready for the huge case, mass tort, or class action that may threaten the company’s reputation, product sales, market share, or financial stability. Bet the company litigation creates immense challenges for in-house counsel who must manage the often conflicting influences of management, the marketplace, the media, and the court system. A panel of in-house counsel will discuss their views and experiences as to successful strategies used to navigate the pitfalls of the bet the company case.
Moderator: James M. Campbell, Campbell Campbell Edwards & Conroy P.C., Boston, MA USAPanelists: Andrew Brown, Electric Insurance Company, Beverly, MA USA; Stacey D. Calahan, Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc., Deerfield, IL USA; Ellen L. Farrell, Toyota, Torrance, CA USA; William P. Halldin, Media Relations, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, New York, NY USA; Lisbeth A. Warren, Johnson & Johnson, New Brunswick, NJ USA
11:00 – 11:10 a.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. MANAGING “BET THE COMPANY” LITIGATIONBet the Company Litigation Part 2: Outside Counsel and Protecting the Client in Dangerous TimesOutside counsel defending a corporation face major challenges in dealing with plaintiff ’s counsel and the court system. That challenge is complicated and made significantly more challenging when other interests compete with those simply related to the defense of the case. In addition to dealing with problem witnesses, bad documents, and alleged punitive conduct, outside counsel must be aware of potentially competing business, financial, and public relations issues. This panel of experienced national trial counsel will discuss these issues and their experiences in managing major litigation.
Moderator: James M. Campbell, Campbell Campbell Edwards & Conroy P.C., Boston, MA USAPanelists: Adam Boesen, Senior Trial Consultant and Managing Director of Litigation Psychology at Courtroom Sciences, Inc., Dallas, TX USA; Paul G. Cereghini, Bowman and Brooke LLP, Phoenix, AZ USA; William J. Conroy, Campbell Campbell Edwards & Conroy, Berwyn, PA USA; Roger G. Perkins, Morris Polich & Purdy, LLP, San Diego, CA USA; Lyn P. Pruitt, Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard PLLC, Little Rock, AR USA; Lawrence A. Sutter, Sutter O’Connell, Cleveland, OH USA
12:10 – 12:15 p.m. CLOSING REMARKSRobert D. Hunter, Corporate Counsel College DeanAltec, Inc., Birmingham, AL USAJames M. Campbell, Corporate Counsel College Dean-ElectCampbell Campbell Edwards & Conroy P.C., Boston, MA USA
COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATIONLocationThe Ritz-Carlton Chicago160EastPearsonStreet,Chicago,IL60611Phone:312.266.1000Fax:312.266.1194www.fourseasons.com/chicagorc/TheRitz-CarltonChicago(AFourSeasonsHotel)issetatopWaterTowerPlace,highaboveprestigiousNorthMichiganAvenue,anditfeaturesexquisitedécor,intuitiveservice,andoneofthecity’smostacclaimedrestaurants.TheRitz-CarltonChicagooffersasettingofunmistakablegrandeur,idealforbusinessorforleisure.
Reservations and Room RatesTheroomrate,whichissubjecttothecurrentapplicableoccupancyandsalestaxperroom,pernight,is$260foraDeluxeRoomwithamaximumof3adultsperroom.Anadditionalchargeof$40pernightwillbeassessedfora4thadultinaroom.In order to make your hotel reservation you must first register for the meeting with the IADC.Onceregistered,acodewillbegeneratedbytheIADCalongwithyourregistrationconfirmationthatwillallowyoutosecureahotelroomatTheRitz-Carlton.YoumustcallthehoteldirectlyandrequesttheReservationsDepartment.ReservationsmustbemadepriortoTuesday,March11,2014.Unusedroomsheldforthismeetingwillbereleasedonthisdate.AnyreservationrequestsreceivedafterMarch11,2014willbeacceptedonlyonaspaceavailablebasisatthegrouprate.PleasenotethattheroomblockmayfillbeforeMarch11,soweencourageyoutoregisterwiththeIADCsothatyoucanmakeyourhotelreservationearly.Cancellationsmustbemadeatleast24hoursinadvanceofcheck-inby6:00p.m.CSTondateofscheduledarrivaltoavoidforfeitureoffirstnightroomdeposit.Check-intimeis3p.m.andcheck-outtimeis12noonCST.
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CLE CreditApproximately10.5hoursofgeneralCLEcreditin60-minutestatesand12.7hoursofgeneralCLEcreditin50-minutestateswillberequestedforaccreditationfromallmandatorycontinuinglegaleducationjurisdictions.
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IADC Corporate Counsel CollegeApril 10 - 11, 2014
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Who should attend?In-housecounselresponsibleforhiring
andmanagingoutsidecounselSeniorinsuranceindustryexecutives
CorporatecomplianceofficersSeniorexecutivesandcounseltonon-profitcorporationsHeadsofcorporategovernmentalrelationsdepartments
HeadsoflitigationdepartmentsExperiencedoutsidedefensetrialcounsel
TheIADCCorporateCounselCollegeisdesignedtobeaninteractiveanddynamiclearningexperiencethattakesadvantageofthevastknowledgeandexperienceofpanelists,in-housecorporatecounsel,andtheoutsidecounselattendees.Whileeachsessionwillfollowaslightlydifferentformat,panelistsandmoderatorswillsharetheirexperiencesandwhattheylearned.Themoderatorswillengagetheaudienceandpanelmembersinaspiritedandeducationaldiscussionabouttheissues,sometimesposinghypotheticalsituationstostimulatefurtherdiscussion.
College Advisory Board
AspecialthankstoeachofthemembersoftheAdvisoryBoardfortheireffortandexpertiseinmakingthisCorporateCounselCollegepossible.
Robert D. Hunter, DeanAltec,Inc.Birmingham,ALUSA
James M. Campbell, Dean-ElectCampbellCampbellEdwards&ConroyP.C.,Boston,MAUSA
Molly H. Craig, IADC PresidentHoodLawFirmLLC,Charleston,SCUSA
Fred (Tripp) M. Haston, III, IADC President-ElectBradleyArantBoultCummingsLLP,Birmingham,ALUSAAlfred R. Paliani, Vice President of Corporate
QualityKingDistributors,Inc.,Bellport,NYUSAAldos Vance, Corporate Counsel Committee Chair
Altec,Inc.,Birmingham,ALUSAJonathan J. Brennan
BankofAmerica/MerrillLynch,NewYork,NYUSAPatrick J. Conlon
ExxonMobilCorporation,Houston,TXUSATim Fielden
MicrosoftCorporation,Redmond,WAUSABarbara LaSusa
HagertyIns.Co.,TraverseCity,MIUSAThomas J. Petermann
AmstedIndustriesIncorporated,Chicago,ILUSA