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2025 CORPORATE COUNSEL COLLEGE FILING INFORMATION

Approximately 8.75 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states and 10.5 hours of CLE credit in 50-minute states has been requested for accreditation from all mandatory continuing legal education jurisdictions where we had registrants as of March 14. Opening Remarks, Closing Remarks, the Keynote Speaker, the Luncheon, and Breaks are not available for CLE credit.

How to Obtain CLE Credit:

*You must sign-in on the attendance sheet onsite each morning of the meeting.*

Shortly after the program, you will receive an email from CEU Institute with a link to enter your state bar information and the programs you attended. Once complete, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance with this information and instructions on the reporting requirements for the state(s) where you are licensed. The online form does include a place to enter information regarding teaching credits, etc.

IMPORTANT
The link/portal will stay open for 2 WEEKS. You MUST complete the online form by April 25th to have your credits reported.

For any follow-up questions on CLE credits, please email the CEU Institute at [email protected].
 
Thursday, April 10, 2025
 

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. (60 General Minutes)
Going Beyond the Prompt: Navigating the Safe and Ethical Use of AI for In-House Lawyers 

9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (75 General Minutes)
Deepfake Technology and Threats to the Authenticity of Evidence. Be Afraid. Be Very Afraid 

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (60 General Minutes)
Navigating Current Considerations in International Arbitration

2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (75 General Minutes)
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Private and Public Board Governance and the Operative Role of Counsel

3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (75 General Minutes)
Chevron Deference. The Path Forward. 

Friday, April 11, 2025

8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. (60 General Minutes)
Is ESG Alive and Well or a Dying Aspiration?  

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (60 General Minutes)
Anatomy of a Cyber Security Incident: Before, During, and After 

10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (60 General Minutes)
The New Presidential Term - What it Means for Business

 

2025 CORPORATE COUNSEL COLLEGE CLE MATERIALS

Below you will find the CLE schedule with materials for the 2025 Corporate Counsel College.

Under each CLE program description, CLE materials are listed. Please click each hyperlink to access that specific CLE material. If you have any issues accessing these materials, please contact Melisa Maisel Vanis, Director of Meetings and Professional Development, at [email protected] or Ashley Hatfield, Director of Communications, at [email protected].
 

THURSDAY, APRIL 10

7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
BREAKFAST

8:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
OPENING REMARKS 
Andrew S. Chamberlin, Corporate Counsel College Dean, Ellis & Winters LLP, Greensboro, NC USA
Donna Lamontagne, IADC President, Lamontagne, Spaulding & Hayes, LLP, Cranston, RI USA 

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.   (60 General Minutes)
Going Beyond the Prompt: Navigating the Safe and Ethical Use of AI for In-House Lawyers   

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, in-house lawyers play a crucial role in ensuring that their organizations harness the power of AI responsibly and ethically. This session will explore what in-house corporate legal departments need to know as they navigate new technologies beyond prompting a chatbot. Attendees will gain insights into the latest AI tools available to legal teams, learn how these tools can drive efficiency, and understand the essential guardrails that must be implemented to mitigate risks. 

Key topics to be covered include: 

  • An overview of AI tools tailored for corporate legal departments 
  • Best practices for integrating AI to enhance legal operations 
  • Ethical considerations and compliance requirements for AI usage 
  • Strategies for establishing robust AI governance frameworks 

Speakers: Sarah Alt, Chief Process & AI Officer, Michael Best, Waukesha, WI USA; Eileen Petito, Hussmann Corporation, Alton, IL USA 

Materials:

9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.   (75 General Minutes)
Deepfake Technology and Threats to the Authenticity of Evidence. Be Afraid. Be Very Afraid.

What is the exponential proliferation of AI deepfakes doing to evidence during expert discovery and in the courtroom? This program discusses the challenges posed by deepfake evidence and what we can do about it when judges and jurors can’t trust their own eyes and ears. Along with how to detect fake evidence, we’ll discuss what companies need to do to protect their own evidence from claims that it is fake. We’ll look at how this is playing out in discovery and courtrooms today and proposed changes to the Federal Rules of Evidence that may be on the horizon. 

Moderator: Mollie Benedict, Tucker Ellis LLP, Los Angeles, CA USA
Panelists: Professor Maura R. Grossman, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON Canada; Dan Regard, iDiscovery Solutions, Washington, DC USA; Pamela J. Yates, Arnold & Porter, Los Angeles, CA USA 

Materials:

11:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.   (60 General Minutes)
Navigating Current Considerations in International Arbitration

International arbitration is an increasingly important means of resolving cross-border disputes. Panel members representing arbitral institutions, corporate in-house counsel, and outside practitioners from diverse jurisdictions will provide valuable insights into the complex legal, procedural, and strategic dimensions that shape the resolution of cross border disputes via arbitration. We’ll discuss strategies for selecting arbitral institutions, including seat selections and procedural nuances that can significantly impact the proceedings and the final outcome. Best practices and evolving trends will be highlighted, providing valuable guidance for those engaged in or considering international arbitration as a means of resolving cross-border disputes.

Moderator: Eileen Khor, Siemens Energy, Erlangen, Germany 
Panelists: Paul Di Pietro, Director, International Chamber of Commerce (North America), New York, NY USA; Edmund J. Kronenburg, Braddell Brothers LLP, Singapore, Singapore; Adriana Uson, Director, Singapore International Arbitration Centre (Americas), New York, NY USA 

Materials:

12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
LUNCHEON

1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER JUAN CARLOS LINARES

From Assistant Corporate Counsel to CEO: Lessons in Leadership and Law

Join us for an insightful fireside chat with the President and CEO of Association House of Chicago, whose career journey took him from Assistant Corporate Counsel to the C-Suite. Our speaker will share invaluable lessons on leadership, legal expertise, and navigating the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Gain practical insights on how legal skills shape effective leadership and drive success at the highest levels.

Presenter: Juan Carlos Linares, President and CEO, Association House of Chicago, Chicago, IL USA

2:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.   (75 General Minutes)
Two Sides of the Same Coin: Private and Public Board Governance and the Operative Role of Counsel   

While private and public companies are both in the business of providing products/services and making money, the oversight of these two types of companies varies in ways that requires advising and supporting counsel to never underestimate the legal landscape in which it is nestled. The nuances of geography, ownership, governance, objectives, and scrutiny will dictate and determine the choreography of the strategic dance by counsel in guiding these businesses through and around the legal terrain. This panel will offer diverse perspectives that speak to these nuances and offer key points of wisdom on being effective and successful in private and public board governance. 

Moderator: Lauren M. Loew, Foley & Lardner LLP, Chicago, IL USA 
Panelists: Melanie D. Margolin, Chief Administrative & Legal Officer, Clarivate, Indianapolis, IN USA; Siraj Omar, SC, Senior Counsel, Managing Director, Dispute Resolution, Drew & Napier LLC, Singapore, Singapore; Jamey Seely, Crusoe Energy, Denver, CO USA 

Materials:

3:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.   (75 General Minutes)
Chevron Deference. The Path Forward.

The End of Chevron Deference. What does it mean? We will explore the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which overturned the 40-year-old Chevron doctrine, ending the Court’s requirement to defer to “reasonable” agency interpretations of relevant statutes. We will discuss the consequences of this decision on federal agencies and regulated entities. Will the groundbreaking ruling create gridlock by encouraging litigation challenging agency actions and regulations? Will it increase efficiency by promoting greater predictability and stability for businesses? How will it impact courts and consumers? We’ll look into our crystal ball and tell you what to anticipate.

Moderator: Ryan Richman, McCarter & English, LLP, Newark, NJ USA
Panelists: Matthew E. Cohn, USG Corporation, Chicago, IL USA; Gretchen N. Miller, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Chicago, IL USA; Danielle Desaulniers Stempel, Hogan Lovells, Washington, DC USA

Materials:

5:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
CONCLUDING REMARKS - DAY ONE
Andrew S. Chamberlin, Corporate Counsel College Dean, Ellis & Winters LLP, Greensboro, NC USA
Donna Lamontagne, IADC President, Lamontagne, Spaulding & Hayes, LLP, Cranston, RI USA 

5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
COCKTAIL RECEPTION


FRIDAY, APRIL 11

7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
BREAKFAST

8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.   (60 General Minutes)
Is ESG Alive and Well or a Dying Aspiration?

The panel of experts will discuss the shift in the ESG from a voluntary framework to a regulatory requirement and how companies (both public and private) are handling the challenges they are facing in a number of areas such as DEI, forced labor, carbon offsets, greenwashing, and more. How do you determine the line between stakeholder directive and public or political backlash all while continuing to align your ESG actions with shareholder value? How do you efficiently and effectively keep your ESG program fresh, collect the necessary data, and manage anti-ESG sentiment? There are best practices and strategic solutions to this challenging landscape. 

Moderator: Johner T. (J.T.) Wilson, III, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C., Chicago, IL USA  
Panelists: Kristina Beifus, Director, Compliance and Sustainability, American Greetings, Cleveland, OH USA; Averil Edwards, Managing Counsel, Environmental and Sustainability, United Airlines, Chicago, IL USA; Alanna Fishman, Managing Director, ESG Advisory, FTI Consulting, Denver, CO USA 

Materials:

9:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.   (60 General Minutes)
Anatomy of a Cyber Security Incident: Before, During, and After  

Nothing gets the blood pressure rising quite like a cyber incident. Hear from a panel of speakers who have experience preparing for, living through, and cleaning up in the aftermath of a cyber matter. While you cannot control when an incident occurs, there are ways to prepare for a cyber matter to ensure you have the best team in place to navigate the disruption, and there is always something important to learn about how your team manages the response.   

Moderator: Brigid M. Carpenter, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, Nashville, TN USA 
Panelists: Michele Abraham, Lineage, Nova, MI USA; Melissa Ho, Cavco, Phoenix, AZ USA; Emily Turner Landry, Nissan North America, Inc., Franklin, TN USA 

Materials:

10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
NETWORKING BREAK

10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.   (60 General Minutes)
The New Presidential Term – What it Means for Business  
Increased regulations and enforcement, or the opposite? It’s a new administration and businesses face the unknown of what the next four years may bring. Our esteemed panel will discuss what corporate America might expect and tips for preparing as the priorities of the 47th President continue to develop. The potential impacts from an international business perspective also will be addressed.  

Moderator: Mark Behrens, Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP, Washington, DC USA 
Panelists: Neil Bradley, Chief Policy Officer and Head of Strategic Advocacy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Washington, DC USA; Greg Brower, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP, Washington, DC USA; Linda Kelly, Chief Legal Officer, National Association of Manufacturers, Washington, DC USA

Materials:

11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
CONCLUDING REMARKS

Andrew S. Chamberlin, Corporate Counsel College Dean, Ellis & Winters LLP, Greensboro, NC USA 
Spencer H. Silverglate, 2026 Corporate Counsel College Dean, Clarke Silverglate, P.A., Miami, FL USA
 

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