ACC Focus on the San Diego Chapter - March 19, 2012 (Print All Articles)March MCLE - Bringing Discovery In-House: Leveraging Internal Resources to Achieve Value and Minimize CostsTeaser here March 28, 20127:30 AM - 9:00 AM OverviewThere has much discussion lately about "bringing litigation and discovery in-house," but little explanation of what exactly that means. For example, how much can be done in-house? What should be done inside and what should be left to outside counsel? Can a legal hold be issued immediately and efficiently? What's the process for picking counsel? What about discovery vendors? This session will provide actual options and enable attendees to leave with a plan.
* The steps that must be taken upon "anticipation of litigation" through trial * Managing outside litigation counsel * Information governance and how it impacts discovery * Determining how much – and what exactly – to bring inside * Doing more with less – leveraging resources to accomplish goals cost effectively Speakers Michael Pontrelli, Esq. Applied Discovery Notes7:30 - 8:00 Registration and Breakfast Sponsors
CLECredits: 1 Hour ContactExclusively Legal LocationDoubleTree Del Mar CostMembers: $15 April Brown Bag Program - From Dukes to the Present - Employment Class Actions in CATeaser here April 5, 201211:30 AM - 1:00 PM OverviewThis Program will Examine the Effect that the Wal-Mart Decision has had on Employment Class Actions in California and what Employers can do to Maximize their Protection from Class Litigation Going Forward. SpeakersJulie Dunn, Littler Notes11:30 - Noon Registration and Lunch Sponsors
CLECredits: 1 Hour ContactExclusively Legal LocationLittler CostNo Charge. Lunch is Graciously Provided by the Sponsor April MCLE - Do You Know the Two Most Important New (And Upcoming) California Wage and Hour Laws?Teaser here April 19, 20127:30 AM - 9:00 AM OverviewJoin Paul, Plevin attorneys as they “demystify” the new wage notice required by the California Wage Theft Prevention Act as of January 1, 2012, and give you a heads-up on the new commission plan requirements that will become effective January 1, 2013. Notes7:30 - 8:00 Registration and Breakfast Sponsors
CLECredits: 1 Hour ContactExclusively Legal LocationAmylin Pharmaceuticals CostMembers: $15 Corporate and Securities Roundtable - Best Practices in Disclosure: The Role of Legal in Proxy Solicitation and Financial ReportingTeaser here March 28, 201211:30 AM - 1:00 PM OverviewJoin us for a Corporate & Securities Lunch and Roundtable Discussion. Please register with the contact. SpeakersMike Brown, Partner, Stradling Notes 11:30 - 12:00 Registration & Lunch Sponsors
ContactAshley Freestone LocationStradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth CostNo Charge. Lunch is graciously provided by the Sponsor. Ethics and Compliance Roundtable: Oversight of C&E Program (role of Board, Management, etc.) AND Managing Major Misconduct Allegations/Corporate ScandalsTeaser here March 29, 201211:30 AM - 1:00 PM OverviewCome join your ethics and compliance colleagues for an interactive roundtable discussion on these topics. Notes11:30 - Noon Registration and Lunch ContactJon Hellings LocationCooley LLP ACC San Diego Book ClubTeaser here Please join us for the 2nd Quarter 2012 Book Club Meeting on April 20th at from 6:30 to 8:30pm at Miami Grille next to Macy’s at the University Town Center (UTC) in La Jolla. The Book is The English Rendition by Sharon Lightholder. She’s a local author and we’re going try and see if she will join us. There is no charge for attending but food/beverages are no host. We hope to see you there. If you would like to join us, contact Karen Boudreau at techshark@prodigy.net to RSVP. We hope to see you there.
Job List - March 19, 2012
Job List, March 19, 2012 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! *ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL The Assistant General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Services position is a full-time employment opportunity. Reporting to the SVP/Secretary/General Corporate Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel and Vice President, Legal Services will assists in protecting an organization's legal interest and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law. Provides hands-on counsel to all levels of executive staff and manages the operations of legal department. Responsible for identifying, analyzing and making clear recommendations on legal issues, executing on litigation strategies and assuring legal compliance. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Leads and directs the work of others in the legal department. Essential Job Duties: Prepares and renders legal opinions and oversees research services to the SVP/Secretary/General Corporate Counsel, Executive/Senior Management and the Board of Directors; In the absence of the SVP/Secretary/General Corporate Counsel, attends and provides legal advice at meetings of the Board of Directors and such other meetings as the Executive Leadership Team directs; Assists in drafting legal documents, Board policies, rules and regulations, resolutions, applications of diverse kinds and other legal or related documents upon request; Keeps abreast of legislation relating to higher education and general corporate governance; Represents the organization at state and federal workshops and seminars relating to legal services and participates in in-service programs with staff to limit exposure to liability; Attends various negotiating sessions, grievance hearings, administrative hearings, arbitration or appeals and provides legal advice and counsel; Oversees the developing and delivery of staff training sessions and workshops; In consultation with the SVP/Secretary/General Corporate Counsel selects, monitors and manages outside law firms in various areas; In consultation with SVP/Secretary/General Corporate Counsel and Executive Management, develops litigation strategies where necessary; Advises Executive Leadership on occasional special transactional or corporate projects; Advises Executive Leadership on legal aspect of the company's finances, including assessing and advising on current and future business structures and legal entities; Analyzes legal and business risks and proposes creative, business-oriented solutions; As necessary, participates in the definition and development of corporate policies, procedures and programs, and provides continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters; When asked by Executive Leadership, responds to inquiries from regulatory agencies, members, and business community; Supervises legal staff and operations of the department; and conducts all duties in a manner to enhance the image and culture of the organization. Core Competencies: Commitment to Mission: Aligns with the Core Values of Integrity, Ethics, and Service through behaviors that demonstrate a positive commitment to the customer and the organization. Communication: Aligns with the Core Values of Service through oral and written communication skills and internal/external relationships. Service: Encompasses the company’s core values of service; including service to the organization, customer community. Personal Planning: Aligns with personal accountability and responsibility. Leadership Competencies: Leading Change: This competency serves as the foundation of the Leadership competency model as it aligns the behaviors and characteristic of the individuals with the organization’s mission and core values. Inherent in this competency is the individual’s ability to balance change and continuity; to continually strive to improve organizational framework; to create a work environment that encourages innovation; and to maintain focus, intensity and persistence, even under adversity. Leading People: The second leadership competency involves the ability to maximize human capital by fostering an environment that encompasses the organization’s culture and execute the mission, goals and core values. Business Acumen: This competency involves the ability to understand and administer business information cross departmentally in a manner that inspires confidence, instills trust and accomplishes the organization’s goals. Building Communication: The fourth leadership competency encompasses written and verbal communications of facts and ideas as well as developing a professional network inside and outside the organization. Driving Results: The final competency stresses accountability and continuous improvement through decision making, execution and producing results. Minimum Requirements: Minimum of 7 years of professional legal experience in one or more relevant legal areas; Skill in interpreting applicable federal and state laws and county office policies and procedures; Skill in conducting information and organizing material into manageable form; skill in applying data collected to resolve problems; Skill in formulating recommendations, proposals and counter proposals; Skill in preparing and presenting effective written and oral reports, recommendations and procedures; Ability to develop, maintain and coordinate effective relationships with appropriate groups; and strong presentation and negotiation skills, solid business instinct and judgment. Preferred Qualifications: 2 years previous experience as an Assistant, Deputy or Associate General Counsel. Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; and preferred admittance to the California State Bar. Note: This opportunity of employment will require a completed pre-employment screening to be inclusive of, but not limited to: a criminal background investigation, a credit check investigation, verification of education credentials, verification of prior employment history and a professional reference check; with review prior to an offer of employment being extended. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee requires dexterity in using telephone, computer keyboard, mouse and calculator while seated at a desk. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee may frequently move to interact with fellow employees and/or clients. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Communication Skills: While performing Duties of the job, the employee is required to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. The employee requires the ability to write effective and detailed correspondence and to effectively present information both in one-on-one and small group situations. Mental Demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to deal with stress associated with a fast-paced work environment and multiple priorities/tasks. The employee will be required to make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations, grasp and apply new ideas, communicate with various personalities at all levels and have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Work Environment: While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to work in an office environment, and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate. To be considered an applicant, all interested and qualified parties must apply through the Bridgepoint Education online employment application system. For additional information about our organization, please visit www.bridgepointeducation.com. *LEGAL COUNSEL (CORPORATE R&D) Advise and assist with a broad range of issues in the areas of general business law, contracts, intellectual property, and the legal implications/considerations of business and technical strategies and projects, with special emphasis on research and development projects. This position is based in Qualcomms San Diego Headquarters and reports to a Vice President, Legal. The position requires a highly experienced transactional attorney with a broad range of transactional and technical experience. The position will focus on negotiating, reviewing, drafting and overseeing a wide range of transactional arrangements, including inbound and outbound licensing, manufacturing agreements with OEMS and other suppliers, development agreements, purchase agreements, open source licenses, services agreements related to servicing of hardware and software, and consulting agreements. The successful candidate must have a strong technical background and be able to understand and contribute to a strong team of highly competent engineers in finding legal solutions for research and development projects. The successful candidate must be experienced in drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements, amendments and other legal documentation in a broad spectrum of transactions. The successful applicant will work closely with the company's engineering, manufacturing, procurement and other departments. Other legal tasks as required. More than 5 years experience overall required, including at least two years law firm experience at a top tier law firm with particular emphasis on contract drafting and negotiation, and with technology development and licensing (including licensing of software, know-how and patents). Must have solid understanding of contract law and the ability to identify and handle issues in many disciplines, with particular expertise in intellectual property and commercial law. Must have comfort dealing with scientific and technical terminology. Strong technical skills focused on electrical engineering and/or computer science are advantageous. Flexibility and willingness to work on all types of matters, large and small, is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent drafting skills are also required. The ideal candidate will be able to understand complex technical issues and to explain complex ideas to non-lawyers so that they understand it. Must be a team player. Bachelors + Law School + Must be a member of the California State Bar or eligible to register as Registered In-House Counsel in California. To Apply: https://jobs.qualcomm.com/public/jobDetails.xhtml?requisitionId=1897049&page=jobSearch&jobSearch&source=Indeed_organic *IN HOUSE COUNSEL Sony Electronics headquartered in San Diego, CA, is currently looking for an Attorney who will provide in-house counsel for one or more of Sony Electronics' business units. A key function of your role will be to negotiate and draft complex legal documents between Sony Electronics and external parties. Depending on the business unit, such agreements may include service contracts, technology and software licenses, marketing and advertising agreements, outsourcing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, sales agreements and distributor and reseller agreements. You may also review advertising and marketing materials for some of the consumer marketing groups. Depending on Law Department needs, you may assist as necessary with various aspects of litigation including directing outside counsel activities, contributing to strategic analysis, assisting with discovery, and providing cost control recommendations. You will facilitate management decisions by explaining potential liability exposure commensurate with business opportunities. You will provide legal training for members of your business unit(s) as well as provide input to or direct contract administrators in the department. To Apply: https://sony.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=143387&src=JB-10462 *SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL Fortune 500 Company seeks Senior Legal Counsel to draft, negotiate and close a wide range of technology transactions-related arrangements, such as for consumer electronics development, software development, software licensing, outsourcing, security, systems integration, supply and professional service agreements. Coordinate with multiple internal departments such as Product Management, Engineering and Program Management functions, as well as Export Compliance, Open Source, Patent Licensing, Patent Creation, Nondisclosure, and Strategic IP, to advise and support development of FLO TV products and services. Advise as to product regulatory compliance. Should have a J.D. from accredited law school. Should be a member in good standing with California State Bar. Should have strong educational pedigree. Transactional experience and demonstrated success at top-tier law firm, preferably 5-7 years. In-house experience (3+ years) and demonstrated success as in-house counsel for companies involved in consumer electronics, digital media, telecommunications and software industries. Experience with consumer electronics regulatory compliance, patent licensing and open source is highly desirable. Understanding of emerging media distribution technologies a significant plus. Flexibility and willingness to work on all types of matters, large and small, is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and excellent drafting skills are also required. Must be a team player. Some international as well as domestic travel may be required. To Apply: http://www.gcconsulting.com/joblisting.php?id=4539&key2=nwo *CORPORATE COUNSEL, LEGAL AFFAIRS, CONTRACTS The successful candidate will support the company with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including sales agreements, manufacturing/supplier contracts, consulting agreements, pre & post market study agreements, software and other technology related license agreements, marketing services agreements, labor and employment agreements, and other commercial contracts. Ability to understand, interpret and explain contractual terms and conditions and legal principles to business staff and customers and assist with negotiation strategy. Works with various other internal departments to make sure that all Company needs are met in the drafting and negotiating process. Analyzes and administers the Company’s contracts process and makes changes as necessary. Create and update forms as applicable. Effectively communicates with internal clients to deliver excellent legal service. Works on other matters at the direction of the Sr. Director, Legal Affairs. Thorough knowledge and understanding of general contract terms and structures with the ability to effectively analyze and respond to contractual redlines in writing and orally. Significant experience in drafting, negotiating, and revising standard, non-standard, and complex custom contracts. Strong interpersonal communication skills; teamwork/collaboration, analytical and problem solving capabilities. Attention to detail. Contracts Attorney with 3+ years of experience working in-house in a legal department. Strong preference to experience within a medical device company or life sciences company. Outstanding academic credentials (excellent academic record at top tier law school). Member of California bar. To Apply: http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ipath=EXIND&siteid=cbindeed&Job_DID=JHP2LV6MGNGCRJX81X1 *IN HOUSE HEALTHCARE COUNSEL The candidate will work as part of the Healthcare Law Group. Will advise internal clients on a wide variety of matters related to commercialization of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical products, with a focus on FDA labeling and promotional matters, fraud and abuse laws, Product liability, and other Legal and regulatory issues affecting the sale and promotion of biotech drugs. May spend part of the time assisting company's development and Medical affairs organization with contracts and Legal requirements for Clinical development activities within and outside the United States. Should have a J.D. degree with Bar admission and 5+ years of experience, including 3+ years advising clients in FDA-related labeling and promotional Legal matters, preferably with experience in an in-house setting. Candidate with experience advising mid- to senior-level managers would be preferred. To Apply: http://www.gcconsulting.com/joblisting.php?id=15889&key2=nwo *SENIOR COUNSEL – CORPORATE LAW The candidate will be responsible for providing Legal support on a wide variety of transactional matters for company. This support includes assisting with the analysis of potential domestic and International transactions and Drafting and negotiating such transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, project development and other arrangements, and the Drafting and negotiating of documents relating to such transactions. The candidate should have 7+ years of experience in corporate transactional law, including mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures. Experience with project Finance, International transactions or the energy Industry are a requirement. Additional experience in real-estate matters is a plus. Should ideally have experience with a well established law firm and/or a corporate Legal department. Must demonstrate the ability to analyze complex business situations and develop recommendations which meet the company's Legal and business needs. Should also have the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively to Management, possess strong document Drafting and negotiating skills and experience, and exercise independent judgment. We are seeking a team player with good personal skills and the ability to work well under pressure and multi-task. Some Travel may be required. To Apply: http://www.gcconsulting.com/joblisting.php?id=15779&key2=nwo *IN HOUSE COUNSEL Company dealing in Intellectual Property is seeking to hire someone immediately. This is a permanent position, however the first six months will be a trial period. After the first three months, there will be a performance review. This position will require 40-60 hour workweeks. Qualifications: *IN HOUSE COUNSEL Financially Distressed Property Asset Firm is looking for an experienced attorney licensed in the state of California to help with the following. *CORPORATE ATTORNEY • Sorrento Valley biotech company seeks an experienced corporate attorney to support their business development, vendor and regular business activities in the U.S. and internationally. Must have experience working with executives to review, draft, modify and negotiate a wide range of agreements and assist with certain compliance related matters. May also handle other corporate legal matters depending upon experience. SENIOR COUNSEL Primary Purpose: CORPORATE COUNSEL The successful candidate will support the company with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including sales agreements, manufacturing/supplier contracts, consulting agreements, pre & post market study agreements, software and other technology related license agreements, marketing services agreements, labor and employment agreements, and other commercial contracts. Ability to understand, interpret and explain contractual terms and conditions and legal principles to business staff and customers and assist with negotiation strategy. Works with various other internal departments to make sure that all Company needs are met in the drafting and negotiating process. Analyzes and administers the Company’s contracts process and makes changes as necessary. Create and update forms as applicable. Effectively communicates with internal clients to deliver excellent legal service. Works on other matters at the direction of the Sr. Director, Legal Affairs. Thorough knowledge and understanding of general contract terms and structures with the ability to effectively analyze and respond to contractual redlines in writing and orally. Significant experience in drafting, negotiating, and revising standard, non-standard, and complex custom contracts. Strong interpersonal communication skills; teamwork/collaboration, analytical and problem solving capabilities. Attention to detail. Contracts Attorney with 3+ years of experience working in-house in a legal department. Strong preference to experience within a medical device company or life sciences company. Outstanding academic credentials (excellent academic record at top tier law school). Member of California bar. To Apply: https://nuvasive.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=744&company_id=16151&version=1&jobBoardId=1112 SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL This position is responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to corporate officers, managers and employees of the Corporation and its various lines of business with particular focus on the behavior health line of business. This position may advise on contracts, regulatory issues, risk management, general corporate matters, and other issues. Essential Functions:Develop and negotiate customer and other healthcare and non-healthcare contracts. Provide legal support in connection with preparation of responses to requests for proposals and other business development activities. Provide primary contact and be responsible for all regulatory matters with the Department of Managed Health Care for the State of California (“DMHC”). Manage various other healthcare legal and contracting issues involving the company. Advise management and employees on various miscellaneous legal matters. Solve complex regulatory issues, particularly as they relate to the structure of the company’s contracts with customers, providers, and suppliers. Assist in the development and implementation of overall company licensing and regulatory strategy relating to the business. Represent the company before state and federal regulators and other constituencies. Develop forms of policies to be used by the Company with a particular focus on the behavior health line of business. Assist the Senior Vice President, as requested, with any functions of the Legal Department. To Apply: http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ipath=EXIND&siteid=cbindeed&Job_DID=J3G6ZB625ZFRX54VTFK Notes on Contract Work 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 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 Featured Article - "Social Discovery - What Legal Professionals Need To Know"Teaser here
Corporate counsel and law firms are becoming increasingly aware of the treasure-trove of potential evidence available through social discovery. Gleaning information from Facebook timelines and Twitter feeds is the modern-day equivalent of hiring a private investigator to "tail" a target. Legal professionals need to be aware of the importance of social media discovery and work accordingly. Get up-to-speed on the current state of social discovery and learn how it can impact you legally. Click here to download your free copy of the white paper! Diversity Fellowship Program - Interview Volunteers Needed!Teaser here We are looking for volunteers to assist with interviewing law students for the SDCBA’s and ACC’s Diversity Fellowship Program. The law students have been pre-screened by the committee based upon a written application, a writing sample, and a personal statement. The final vetting consists of the interviews, which will occur at the Bar Center this Saturday March 24, 2012 beginning at 9 a.m. There will also be a telephonic meeting this Wednesday, March 21st at 6 p.m. to go over interview questions. Please let Rachel Lucas know if you would be interested in assisting with the program by interviewing these students, and assisting with ACC and the Bar’s initiative and institutional program of advancing diverse attorneys into law firms and legal departments. She can be reached at 619-321-4118 or at rlucas@sdcba.org.
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