ACC Focus on the San Diego Chapter - May 2, 2011 (Print All Articles)May Brown Bag Program - All You Need to Know About Immigration!Teaser here MAY BROWN BAG PROGRAM: TBD Immigration TopicMay 5, 2011 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Overview This session will cover the basics of nonimmigrant and immigrant categories. Using an interactive format, audience members will receive information on substantive law as well as on the role of the company contact in the process. The audience will gain a general understanding of the nonimmigrant and immigrant process; will gain knowledge as to know when work authorization is required; and how to ensure their workforce remains in valid status and the company remains or becomes compliant with immigration law. Speakers Gary Perl; Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP Notes11:30 - Noon Registration and Lunch Sponsors
CLECredits: 1 ContactExclusively Legal Location AMN Healthcare CostNo Charge. Lunch is Graciously Provided by the Sponsor June Brown Bag Program - Class Action Litigation Strategy 2011 / Current Trends and Hot TopicsTeaser here JUNE BROWN BAG PROGRAM: Class Action Litigation Strategy 2011 - Current Trends and Hot TopicsJune 6, 2010 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM OverviewThis program will present an overview of important current trends in class action litigation. Hot topics including class action waivers in consumer contracts, the "no injury" class action and the use of experts in certifying classes will be discussed, as well as the latest developments in class action case law, including significant recent United States Supreme Court and California Supreme Court cases. SpeakersCindy Cwik, Jones Day Notes11:30 - Noon Registration and Lunch Sponsors
CLECredits: 1 Hour ContactExclusively Legal LocationJones Day CostNo Charge. Lunch is Graciously Provided by the Sponsor Intellectual Property Practice Group - Attorney/Client Work Product Privilege and Avoiding WaiverTeaser here INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PRACTICE GROUP: TBD TopicMay 3, 2011 5:30 - 7:30 PM OverviewCome meet your IP colleagues for a discussion on a TBD topic. Followed by a social hour. SponsorsContactGina Meadows LocationKnobbe Martens CostNo Charge Real Estate Practice Group - Real Estate Practice Group / Debt Restructuring and Bank Work-outs in Real Estate TransactionsTeaser here REAL ESTATE PRACTICE GROUP: Real Estate Practice Group / Debt Restructuring and Bank Work-outs in Real Estate TransactionsMay 6, 2011 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM OverviewCome join your colleagues for this roundtable discussion. Notes 11:45 - Noon Registration and Lunch Sponsors
ContactMariesol Fernandez LocationRick Engineering CostNo Charge. Lunch is Graciously Provided by the Sponsor Labor and Employment Practice Group - TBD TopicTeaser here LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE GROUP: TBD TopicMay 18, 2011 4:00 - 6:00 PM OverviewCome meet your Labor and Employment colleagues for a discussion of current labor and employment topics. Followed by a social hour. NotesParking Validated Sponsors
ContactYolanda Kondan LocationWilson Turner & Kosmo LLP CostNo Charge Technology Practice Group - Bring a Burning Issue in Technology or Licensing Law for General DiscussionTeaser here TECHNOLOGY PRACTICE GROUP: TBD TopicMay 24, 2011 4:30 - 6:30 PM OverviewJoin us for a Technology Roundtable Discussion on technology hot topics. Notes4:30 - 5:00 Registration and Networking Sponsors
ContactIveta Niederle LocationPillsbury CostNo Charge Small Law Club Meeting - Roundtable Discussion on Employment Law IssuesTeaser here SMALL LAW CLUBMay 16, 2011 Noon - 1:00 PM OverviewCome enjoy lunch with your Small Law Club colleagues and a discussion of topics unique to small law departments. ContactJon Hellings, Executive Director LocationCoco's (Back Room) CostNo Charge to Attend - You Will be Responsible for Your Own Lunch Bar Night at the Opera - May 20, 2011Teaser here
Meet Your Counterpart - Afternoon at the Padres / Complimentary Tickets to the Game for You and Your Guests!Teaser here MEET YOUR COUNTERPART: Afternoon at the Padres - Complimentary Tickets to the Game for You and Your Guests!June 26, 2011 1:00 PM OverviewAnderson Kill Wood & Bender invites you to be their guest at a Padres game Sunday, June 26 at 1 p.m. This is a social event and AKWB would like to invite ACC members and their families to enjoy hots dogs, Cracker Jack and a good old-fashioned Sunday afternoon baseball game. Sponsors
ContactKathy Dawson LocationPETCO Park CostNo Charge Job List - May 2, 2011
*IN HOUSE TRANSACTIONAL / COMPLIANCE / LITIGATOR Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.’s Legal Department is seeking an experienced attorney with a strong corporate transactional, regulatory compliance and litigation management background to serve as Attorney in a technology focused and global reach environment.
This pharmaceutical and medical devices company, named on the 100 Best Corporate Citizen list and as a Top Workplace Among Large Companies in its area, seeks an attorney with at least 6 years experience to advise its medical devices business on developing and executing programs and ensuring its business is operating in accordance with regulatory (including FDA) and health care laws. This attorney will also be the liaison between the business leaders and all of the Company’s in house regulatory attorneys that support that business. In addition to ensuring management is apprised of new matters in these areas, this attorney will have the chance to give legal advice and guidance on all aspects of the business including regulatory; research and development (R&D); medical affairs; sales and marketing and developing, maintaining and distributing promotional and other materials used with sales and the promotion of medical devices. This attorney will also be involved in best practices and managing outside counsel. Qualified candidates will have at least 6 years of legal experience working on FDA matters as well as experience with US drug/device marketing, advertising, and promotion regulations, reviewing and advising on healthcare professional and consumer advertising and promotion strategies and tactics and have an understanding of compliance and its importance in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Familiarity with healthcare compliance, rebates and discounts for medical products and government pricing and/or in medical device industry is a plus. If interested, you may confidentially contact: susan.pye@pyelegalgroup.com Ref. # 872. *IN HOUSE COUNSEL Small commercial real estate firm in Irvine seeking a full-time entry level attorney with real estate experience dealing with shopping center and tenant leases and documents. This individual will be required to work independently overseeing lease administration. Working with Excel a must due to heavy reporting and lease deal tracking. Must be extremely detailed, organized, and resourceful; and must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to be proactive in keeping deadlines and deals moving forward. Responsibilities will include preparation and updating of reports, reviewing leases, estoppels, and other legal documents, preparation and administration of amendments or addenda, working closely with client attorney and outside counsel, calendar, meetings, assisting with marketing and business development projects; handling daily and on-going projects, and keeping the company organized and on track. This position needs a flexible, organized, and extremely competent person. Must be comfortable changing direction frequently due to many different projects occurring simultaneously. A proactive approach and positive attitude are requirements for this role. Previous experience and excellent Word and Excel skills are required. To Apply: http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/lgl/2293948156.html Job List, May 2, 2011 Listings that are new in this edition are shown with an asterisk * Please remember, if your company has a job opening, please let us know by contacting our new Editor, Rebecca Grossenbacher at rebecca.grossenbacher@carefusion.com so we can include your opening in our biweekly announcement. Exceptional targeted marketing for free!! Do you wish your company could be listed at the top of our list? Contact us directly with your opening. And you can help make this Job List more successful: Put this Job List in the hands of your HR department so that they know how to advertise for in-house attorneys, when the time comes. Take action now! *ASSOCIATE CORPORATE COUNSEL (PART TIME) Seeking part time (20-25 hours per week) attorney with 3-5 years experience in a corporate or law firm environment to advise and assist management with a broad range of issues that arise in the areas of contracts, contract disputes, collections, employment matters and litigation oversight. Key responsibilities include: Assist and advise management with operational issues, general business law and contractual matters, including disputes with clients, contract employees and non-competes; oversee and direct collection matters, including managing outside counsel on litigation; partner with senior counsel to provide legal support for management in connection with employment related legal matters. The successful candidate must be admitted to the California Bar and able to work with a wide range of business partners and respond in a time constrained environment with succinct legal and practical advice. Qualified candidates please send your resume to Margo.Filkins@amnhealthcare.com and reference Associate Corporate Counsel Position in subject line. *SENIOR CORPORATE COUNSEL Manages legal business matters pertaining to the organization with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating technology licenses with customers and vendors. Provides a variety of general corporate and commercial legal services to a number of in-house clients. Acts as advisor on legal issues involving the organization’s government and regulatory compliance. Reviews legal data and advises organization on appropriate legal action to be taken. Coordinates legal matters handled by outside counsel. Demonstrates experience in general corporate matters, including corporate organization, securities compliance, drafting transactional documents, license agreements, data privacy, and contract management. This position will report directly to the General Counsel. Scope of Responsibility: Drafting, negotiating and advising management with respect to all commercial contracts, including customer sales, supplier, licensing, and service agreements. Act as business partner that has regular interaction with business clients, upper level management and outside customers in regard to drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and transactions. Strong interpersonal skills are key as this position will include regular interface with a highly collaborative and interactive legal and business teams. Overseeing department matters and corporate audit and compliance functions to ensure they are aligned with the objectives of the business and the legal department. Awareness of all transactions/contracts the company is engaged in including those that may be in only the preliminary stages. This will ensure limited risk exposure to the bottom line, personnel and the company's public image. To ensure the company is operating within the law at all times by being involved in all matters of company risk analysis and mitigation, including IP and products liability litigation management and matters relating to government regulation, employment and marketing/advertising. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast paced and dynamic legal department and work on an interesting mix of in-house matters and Client Relations. The ideal candidate is enthused about the growth potential of the position and is motivated by the opportunity to become quickly integrated into the business team. JD from a top accredited law school with excellent academics. A minimum of 10-12 years of solid technology licensing, corporate and SEC experience, through a combination of major law firm and in house counsel experience. Possesses a rich depth of corporate and commercial law experience, and managing litigation. Proven drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to think strategically and provide leadership when needed. Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems. Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively, work diplomatically, and foster relationships with individuals at all levels. Strong conflict management skills and ability to influence and achieve successful results. Solid organizational and time management skills. * JD from a top accredited law school with excellent academics. A minimum of 10-12 years of solid technology licensing, corporate and SEC experience, through a combination of major law firm and in house counsel experience. Possesses a rich depth of corporate and commercial law experience, and managing litigation. Proven drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to think strategically and provide leadership when needed. Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems. Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively, work diplomatically, and foster relationships with individuals at all levels. Strong conflict management skills and ability to influence and achieve successful results. Solid organizational and time management skills. To Apply: https://www9.ultirecruit.com/MIT1000/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*7C9C7BBD2849C66E *ASSOCIATE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL Associate General Counsel Duties: The candidate will be providing Legal support to the Pharmacy Solutions business, in particular to the Pharmacy Benefit Management Company (PBM). Developing and maintaining an excellent understanding of the federal and state regulatory environment in which PBM and Pharmacy Solutions business operate, as well as the operational details of business. Operating in a strategic and pro-active manner in order to assist clients in managing their relationships with customers and to manage the Legal and regulatory risk related to prescription drug programs. Drafting and assisting with negotiations for complex contractual arrangements. Managing outside counsel on complex regulatory or other issues. Interfacing with regulatory authorities, as necessary. Working closely with the regulatory affairs and Public Affairs teams. Guiding, training and assisting others on Legal issues. Qualifications: Juris Doctorate degree. 4+ years of Legal experience, preferably in health care arena. Understanding of the managed health care Industry preferred, including knowledge of ERISA, federal and state anti-kickback and self-referral laws, HIPAA privacy, Security and transaction requirements, and Medicare Part D regulations. To Apply: http://www.gcconsulting.com/joblisting.php?id=6132&key2=nwo *CORPORATE COUNSEL This is a San Diego based position for an experienced attorney with both commercial and contracts administration experience. This senior attorney will support Illumina’s commercial activities and manage Illumina’s Contracts Administration teams globally. In particular, this position will manage against operational targets for the Contracts Administration teams and establish, maintain and improve global systems and procedures that enable an effective and efficient contract administration process. Major Responsibilities: *LITIGATION COUNSEL DJO Global, Inc., a leading global provider of medical device solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, has an immediate opening for an experienced attorney with 5-10 years of experience for the position of Litigation Counsel, reporting to the Assistant General Counsel. Daily responsibilities will include: Supervision and direction of all of the Company's litigation matters, with an emphasis on product liability claims, ranging from investigation and settlement of small claims to management of complex matters that may involve product liability, contract disputes, intellectual property, insurance coverage or other disciplines. Primary Responsibilities include: CORPORATE COUNSEL Kratos Defense Security Solutions, Inc., a leading national security solutions provider, is seeking an attorney with 3-7 years of experience for the position of Corporate Attorney, reporting to the General Counsel. Daily responsibilities will include: Responsible for dispute management and resolution and employment law matters. Provides legal advice and support for mergers and acquisition transactions, including assisting in due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and actively managing deal processes and execution. Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts, including leases. Researches legal issues. Assist with corporate governance matters. Required: 3-7 years of experience and a BA/BS and JD degree is required. Admitted to practice in California. Able to work independently and exercise good judgment. Able to quickly establish credibility as an advisor, change agent and business partner with internal clients. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent business judgment, ability to think strategically and give practical advice. Must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to meet tight deadlines and to work in a fast paced, challenging environment. Experience with public company reporting requirements helpful but not required. Must be available to work evenings and weekends as required. To Apply: http://kratosdefense.submit4jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=85347.viewjobdetail&CID=85347&JID=106953&source=Indeed FIELD COUNSEL Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues. Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters. Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office. Interface with Home Office Legal department. Qualifications: Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar. Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary. A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney. A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company. The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical. Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled. To Apply: https://lmig.taleo.net/careersection/lmigcampus/jobdetail.ftl?job=265945&src=JB-10380 IN HOUSE COUNSEL/ CONTRACTS MANAGER The successful candidate will support the company with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including every type of agreement affecting the various divisions of the company e.g.: software and other technology related license agreements, NDAs/Confidentiality agreements, vendor/supplier contracts, strategic alliance agreements, license and cross-licensing agreements, marketing services agreements, subcontractor agreements, RFP’s, statements of work, state and federal government contracts, labor and employment agreements, and other commercial contracts. Requirements: Ability to understand, interpret and explain contractual terms and conditions and legal principles to business staff and customers and assist with negotiation strategy. 3+ years of solid commercial contracts review and drafting experience. Familiar with MS Office applications (particularly tracked changes/redlining), as well as other document management and review/comparison systems. Ability to handle and prioritize a high and diverse volume of contractual and other legal matters with limited supervision. Attention to detail with a commitment to maximizing mitigation of risk to the corporate client. Strong academic credentials. Attorneys licensed to practice law within the state of California strongly preferred, but admission to practice in other jurisdictions a plus. Paralegals or Contracts Administration professionals should have applicable and nationally recognized certifications in addition to direct work experience (transactions focused paralegal certification/training, MBA and/or NCMA certification preferred). Experience in the following areas is also desirable but not required: government contracting, SOX (as applied to corporate legal departments), SEC regulation and compliance, document management systems and handling, online technology business compliance, international legal matters (particularly Canada and Western Europe). Local residents preferred (no relocation). Please submit prior salary history to be considered. Please do not apply if you are looking merely to source business for your law firm and/or are otherwise not interested in a permanent role with the company. To Apply: http://www.ftcollins-now-jobs.com/career/310193/In-House-Counsel-Contracts-Manager-California *CORPORATE COUNSEL The Automobile Club of Southern California is seeking a career-minded individual for our Transactional Counsel opportunity located in Costa Mesa, CA. The position will work directly with the Auto Club’s Automotive, Product Management and Marketing business groups, serving as counsel on strategic transactions, providing day-to-day advice, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation disputes. Primary duties include structuring, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and providing ongoing client counseling on a wide range of legal issues, including commercial, contract, corporate and advertising laws and regulatory compliance. Job Requirements: We are seeking a transactional attorney with 5+ years of experience for our Corporate Legal Department. Strong academic credentials from a top tier law school and major law firm and/or corporate in-house experience preferred. Must have the ability to understand business/marketing strategies and assess risk, provide sound legal advice that is responsive to the needs of the business, manage a challenging workload independently and work well in a team environment. Strong client communication skills and strong contract drafting and negotiation skills required. Must be a member of the California Bar. To Apply: https://autoclub.tms.hrdepartment.com/jobs/8270/Corporate-Counsel-in-Costa-Mesa-CA?referrer=285 GENERAL COUNSEL This position provides in-house legal services across several departments including Regulatory Affairs and Sales & Marketing. The Director, Legal & Compliance will provide review and approval of Company's advertising, promotional, and training materials, as well as managing contracts administration and other legal compliance matters. Duties include: Participate actively in the Company's Compliance Review Committee reviewing/approving all of the Company's advertising and promotional materials, training materials, and all other external communications. Independently review and critique all of the Company's advertising and promotional materials. Support the Company's Regulatory Affairs and Sales & Marketing Departments. Through the Vice President, Legal & Compliance, provide advice and support to other departments of the Company. Manage the work of a paralegal responsible for contracts administration and legal compliance matters. Participate in special projects for the Company. Must be knowledgeable of and expert in compliance with various State laws, and the emerging Federal law, governing interactions between pharmaceutical companies and health care professionals. Is routinely entrusted with highly confidential information, necessitating a high degree of discretion and confidentiality. Some travel to conduct compliance audits required. Job Requirements: Extensive experience in reviewing pharmaceutical promotional materials and interaction with the FDA's Division of Drug Marketing, Advertising and Communications. Experience drafting and negotiating contracts. Ability to work in a diverse work force and deal with complex situations and assertive personalities. Requires a confident, astute lawyer to develop and maintain credibility within the business. Two to three years experience in the legal field as a qualified lawyer. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to analyze issues and provide practical, business-oriented remedies. Advanced knowledge and comprehension of laws, rules and regulations, and in particular those governing pharmaceutical advertising and promotion. Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts. Ability to supervise a paralegal with complex tasks. Excellent communication skills. Creativity. Good time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines. Self-starter/ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to identify and analyze issues and show initiative. Excellent computer skills, database use. Education: BS/BA or equivalent, and JD degree or higher. Licensed to practice law in the State of California. Experience: 2-3 years experience as in-house counsel or otherwise representing pharmaceutical companies. Must have experience with the Division of Drug Marketing Advertising & communications. To Apply: http://search6.smartsearchonline.com/ista/jobs/jobdetails.asp?current_page=1&city=&location=&job_type=&emp_status=&direct_jo_num=&country=&k1=&k2=&k3=&k4=&k5=&k6=&k7=&k8=&salary_min=&co_num=&apply=yes&job_number=503&sourcename=Indeed
Are you are interested in doing short-term work as an independent contractor, usually for litigation and due diligence projects, usually through an agency, and most often for law firms? We do not include these sorts of positions in this Job List, but if you are interested, there seems to be a constant demand and turn-over. So we would encourage you to contact directly our long-standing sponsor, who has extensive experience handling these sorts of placements: Exclusively Legal And as a matter of full disclosure, another local company that advertises these sorts of positions is: Copyright © 2011 by New Pro Bono OpportunitiesTeaser here (1) Speaker needed - Law & Justice Job Shadow Day May 4, 2011, 12:00pm-1:00pm: As part of the Law & Justice Job Shadow Day (see below), we need an in-house attorney to speak about their career path. If interested, please email Kim-Thoa Hoang at kimthoa.hoang@sdcda.org
(2) Attorney Chaperone - Law & Justice Job Shadow Day May 4, 2011, 9:00am-11:45am or 1:00pm, Downtown courthouse: In collaboration with the Superior Court, the San Diego County Bar Association, and the District Attorney’s Office, this Law Week event provides high school, college, and law students with the opportunity to shadow legal practitioners. Attorneys will chaperone breakout groups including high school, undergraduate, and law students to observe court proceedings and discuss legal career paths. A pizza lunch will be provided at the Hall of Justice where attorney speakers will share their career path stories. If you are not attending the luncheon, your participation would be from 9:00 to 11:45. If you are interested in participating, please email Kim-Thoa Hoang at kimthoa.hoang@sdcda.org. (3) Children at Risk Book Drive
ACC-SD is helping out with the Children at Risk Book Drive, being sponsored by the San Diego County Bar Association (SDCBA) . The Book Drive runs from May 2 – May 20, and is part of Law Week. Members are encouraged to donate new or gently used books for children in kindergarten through grade 12. If you would like to host a box at your company, the SDCBA will drop off a box and pick it up; please contact Danielle Hickman at Danielle.Hickman@sdcda.org Alternately, if you just have some books that you would like to drop off, please click here for a list of drop off locations throughout the county.
ACC Value Index IncentivesTeaser here ACC is currently offering an additional incentive to members who submit law firm reviews in the ACC Value Index (AVI). For every two law firm reviews submitted between now and September 30th, members will receive a $5 Starbucks Card as a token of gratitude. On top of that, every law firm review is an entry to win a $200 Amazon.com Gift Card. Prize drawings will be held monthly until September 30th. For additional incentive details, please visit: http://www.acc.com/valuechallenge/valueindex/chapters.cfm. Project Attorneys – NOW!Teaser here
Did You Miss the Last Program? Program Materials are Available On LineTeaser here Did you miss the last program? View most past program materials on line at: http://www.acc.com/chapters/sandiego/pastprograms.cfm An Invitation from South Asian Bar Association (SABA)Teaser here Please join the South Asian Bar Association for a happy hour at Sempra Energy on May 13, 2011 at 5 p.m. Judge Upinder Kalra of the Los Angeles Superior Court will be in attendance to answer any questions that you have about becoming a judge. Please rsvp to sclorfeine@sempra.com, as space is limited. |