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This program will focus on managing the discovery of text and chat messages sent via personal and third-party messaging platforms, including the growing use of ephemeral messaging tools. We will discuss key considerations in preserving and discovering such data for litigation and investigations, including recent regulatory and caselaw updates, risks and challenges in overseeing such inquiries, and best practices for discovery, corporate compliance and planning. Given the DOJ, SEC and other agencies’ heightened scrutiny on message retention and control, the implications on cooperation credit and the increased risk of sanctions, this program will help legal and compliance professionals understand how to defensibly and efficiently manage these communications and inquiry responses.

Caroline Brown is set to lead the keynote fireside discussion at the highly regarded 14th Annual New York Forum on Economic Sanctions hosted by ACI.

Join Agustin Orozco alongside Gregory Becker from the Office of the Inspector General, US Department of Health and Human Services, and Donald Yoo, Chief Compliance Officer at UCLA Health, for an insightful session on best practices for engaging with healthcare enforcement regulators. This presentation will cover essential strategies for responding to government inquiries and investigations, and offer guidance on proactively reporting regulatory concerns.

Join our expert faculty to review the fundamentals of conducting an effective and efficient investigation using a real-world hypothetical with animated video to bring the story to life. Leave the program with a better understanding of how to handle investigations successfully for your clients or company. From commencement to conclusion, lawyers face numerous issues when conducting an internal investigation. Allegations by a whistleblower, ethical dilemmas, and managing the costs of an investigation are just some of the challenges that may arise. Companies and their counsel must anticipate potential risks and quickly resolve all issues before, during, and after the investigation.

Anand Sithian will be speaking at the ENGAGE 2024 Conference, the industry’s premier financial crime and compliance risk management conference, that brings together thought leaders, subject matter experts, and financial institutions (FIs) from around the globe to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and best practices.

The University of California will be hosting the 2024 Ethics, Compliance and Audit Symposium at the Hilton Los Angeles in Universal City.

Agustin Orozco will be moderating a panel on Understanding the Nuances of the Attorney-Client Privilege and Work Product Doctrine alongside panelists HONORABLE PATRICIA DONAHUE, 
U.S. MAGISTRATE JUDGE; LINDSEY GREER DOTSON, ASST. U.S. ATTORNEY, CHIEF, PUBLIC CORRUPTION & CIVIL RIGHTS SECTION; and CAROLYN SMALL, SPECIAL COUNSEL (JENNER & BLOCK) 

The attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine stand as fundamental cornerstones in civil and criminal matters, safeguarding the confidentiality of communications between lawyers and their clients. These principles, however, present a labyrinth of legal, ethical, and practical challenges for both legal practitioners and their clients to navigate. Our panel discussion explores the multifaceted dimensions of the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine, focusing on their critical roles, limitations, and strategic implications. Panelists will also discuss how the privilege and doctrine apply in various scenarios, including in the joint defense context and when dealing with third parties--such as external auditors. Food and drinks will be provided, with a reception prior to the discussion.

MCLE: 1 Hr. General MCLE This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education Credit by the State Bar of California. The FBA certifies that this activity conforms to the standards of approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education.

Tom Hanusik will serve as a panelist at the ABA White Collar Crime Institute Conference alongside Jonathan S. Sack of Sack & Sack (Moderator), Temidayo Aganga-Williams of Selendy Gay Elsberg PLLC, David Angeli of Angeli Law Group LLC, Lorin L. Reisner of Paul Weiss, David Saratt of Debevoise & Plimpton and Brent Wible, Office of the Assistant Attorney General at U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division.

Join Warrington Parker with fellow panelists Marissel Descalzo of Tache, Bronis and Descalzo, PA (Moderator), Timothy P. Loper of Bristol Myers Squibb, Adrian Mebane of AmeriHealth Caritas and Allan Medina of the United States Department of Justice.

This year, three of Crowell's White Collar Group attorneys will be featured on separate panels at this year's 2024 ABA White Collar Crime Conference.

Join Preston Pugh, Warrington Parker and Tom Hanusik for 2 days of in-depth conversation as they share their insights and breadth of knowledge in the white collar crime space.

Preston will be speaking on "Advances in False Claims Act and Whistleblower Practice ," on Wednesday, March 6.

Warrington Parker will be discussing on "Health Care Fraud Enforcement, Defense, and Corporate Compliance - Where are we today?," on Wednesday, March 6.

Tom Hanusik's panel will cover "Ciminelli, Percoco, Varsity Blues, and the Future of Fraud and Bribery Prosecution," on Thursday, March 7.

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Preston L. Pugh will serve as a moderator alongside Margaret J. Finnerty, Michael Granston of the United States Department of Justice, Giselle J. Joffre of Arnold & Portner and Ronald C. Machen (Wilmer Hale).

Join Jennie VonCannon as she discusses "Technology and the Practice of Law," in this workshop hosted by the UCLA Institute for Technology, Law & Policy.

AI continues to evolve at an exponential rate, and it’s imperative that you have your playbook to put into action. This must-attend conference is unlike any other-bringing together all key stakeholders for discussions on the most pressing, high stakes issues and uncertain risk factors.

ABTL Annual Seminar - The Finer Points: Practical Skills in Impractical Situations

This conference will provide a forum for women in AML and Sanctions to network, learn and engage to discuss the substantive developments, challenges and opportunities facing women in their respective industries as well as provide them with the business contacts and communication and leadership skills necessary for continued success and career advancement.

Join Agustin Orozco and Jennie VonCannon as they present at the annual Federal Court Boot Camp. This Bootcamp will provide a broad overview of most aspects of litigation and will walk attendees through the essential components and tasks involved in a case, from start to finish.

Agustin will present on Pre-Trial Matters and Jennie will give an overview of Trial Presentations.

Elevating Black Excellence will showcase Black law firm partners* before an audience of influential in-house counsel. This one-day event, conducted exclusively on a virtual platform, will engage black partners who have extensive legal background in their area of expertise. The one-hour sessions will be moderated by in-house counsel and will feature three Black partners from nationally-ranked law firms. CLE credit will be available for most sessions.

Preston Pugh will be speaking on the panel, “Current Trends and New Developments Where Criminal Issues Intersect with Civil Issues.” This panel will examine what the current trends of US Attorney offices are focusing on civil enforcement and what in-house counsel should watch for exposure for civil enforcement and criminal exposure.

Please join us for a series of panels that will discuss and address the cutting-edge issues in technology impacting in-house legal teams navigating commercial risk and enforcement. This program will tackle important issues from Artificial Intelligence (AI) to antitrust, and from privacy issues to SEC regulatory schemes. Moreover, we recognize that many of the current, as well as future issues have an international component. Our presenters will provide companies with critical information not just on U.S. law and issues, but also touch button issues in Asia and Europe.