April 25, 2024 All Day (4 Substantive & 2 Ethics credit hours) CLE

Central PA ACC

Invites you to attend a complimentary CLE program

Thursday April 25th, 2024

Pillar + Aught Conference Center, 4201 E. Park Circle, Harrisburg, PA 17111

8:30 to 9:00 AM - Registration

9:00 to 12:15 PM –Program

12:15-1:15 PM – Lunch

1:15 – 4:30 PM - Program

4:45 – 6:30 PM Happy Hour – O’Reilly’s Pub (next door)

FULL AGENDA BELOW

Our SPONSORS

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

Fisher Phillips

Pillar + Aught

Saul Ewing

Saxton & Stump

*There is no registration fee for this program*

Please RSVP by April 23, 2024

Questions? Call Julie Young, ACC Central PA Chapter Administrator - 717-979-3428 or email Centralpa@accglobal.com

FULL AGENDA

8:30 am to 9:00 am – Registration and continental breakfast

9:00 am to 10:00 am –Confidentiality, Attorney/Client Privilege, the Government and You: Perfect Together?

Businesses routinely exchange information with many levels of government and in many contexts, such as contracting, regulation and others. Counsel are often faced with a dilemma when they either want to or are asked to share with the government information that is confidential or privileged. BTW, various government agencies likely have such information of your competitors as well, and you may be able to access it. This program will be a lively discussion of scenarios involving difficult decisions faced by in-house counsel.

Presenters: Kara Pike and Delene Lantz and Matt Haar, Saul Ewing

10:00 am to 11:00 am – The Crucial Role of Appellate Counsel: Strategic considerations from a former Chief Judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

The significance of appellate counsel cannot be overstated but is often overlooked when planning for trial. Beyond the immediate confines of the courtroom, appellate attorneys play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of justice. This presentation will offer a comprehensive exploration of why appellate counsel is essential in the courtroom. Through a blend of insightful analysis, real-world case studies, and expert perspectives, attendees will gain a profound understanding of the benefits that appellate attorneys bring to the table.

Presenters: Hon. Lawrence F. Stengel (Ret.), former Chief Judge for the United States District Court for the Easter District of Pennsylvania and shareholder at Saxton & Stump and Kathryn D. Mazza Courtney, Saxton & Stump

11:00 am -11:15 am - Break

11:15 am -12:15 pm – Best Practices in Reducing a Workforce

Reductions in force (“RIFs”) are, unfortunately, a part of today's current climate. This session will discuss legal implications and best practices related to RIFS, such as minimizing the risk of discrimination and retaliation claims, drafting and distributing severance packages, supplying required legal notices, communicating to employees, and planning the post-RIF workforce.

Presenters: Lindsey E. Snavely and Kevin M. Gold, Pillar + Aught

12:15 pm to 1:15 pm – Lunch

1:15 pm to 2:15 pm – How GC’s can protect themselves from getting into trouble during government investigations (Ethics)

This program is designed for corporate counsel, and will examine the fine line between aggressive advocacy and obstruction of justice during federal and state investigations. The program will begin with a discussion of the elements of obstruction charges under both federal and Pennsylvania law. We will then discuss the act of giving legal advice, the ethical limits imposed on counsel when giving advice, and whether it offers any legal safe harbor to allegations of obstruction of justice. Next, the program will feature a discussion of several examples of prosecutions of corporate counsel for obstruction-related charges. Finally, the program will conclude with a discussion of how corporate counsel can aggressively and ethically deal with prosecutors and investigators without personally running afoul of the law themselves.

Presenter - Chris Carusone, Cohen Seglias

2:15 pm to 2:30 pm - Break

2:30 pm to 3:30 pm – Legal and Compliance for Business Adoption of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence is in the air every day, but it is also only in the air. What do businesses and industries have to do to prepare for it? Join Snow Zhang, IP attorney at Saxton & Stump for an enlightening discussion as we delve into the intricate landscape where business AI adoption intersects with crucial legal considerations. In today's rapidly evolving business environment, integrating artificial intelligence has become pivotal for organizations striving to stay competitive. However, alongside the benefits, there lie intricate legal challenges that demand attention and expertise. Snow’s strong background in AI technology and legal compliance and will help you manage your business with sufficient legal protection while you tap into AI's new productivity power.

Presenter: Snow Zhang, Saxton & Stump

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm – Conducting Internal Workplace Investigations (Ethics)

As corporate counsel, you may find yourself charged with the responsibility to determine when, why, and how to conduct an internal investigation of alleged wrongdoing within your company. This program is designed to provide an overview of conducting an effective internal investigation and will address best practices for preparing, investigating and/or overseeing an investigation, preserving relevant data, and handling the findings of an investigation to mitigate litigation risks for the company. The program will focus on the ethical issues inherent when companies undertake internal investigations, including issues surrounding the attorney-client privilege.

Presenter: Heather Steele, Fisher Phillips