TOPIC: Workplace Investigations: The Good, the bad and the ugly
speaker: Catherine Q. Morse
Partner, Enoch Kever, PLLC
Program Description:
We will discuss best practices during workplace investigations, and Catherine will discuss colorful war stories from investigations conducted during her legal career s well as touch on case law arising from workplace investigations.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Catherine Q. Morse has served as General Counsel and Senior Director of Public Affairs at one of the largest national semiconductor facilities. She has managed internal legal staff and outside counsel as well as the company's relationships with trade associations, lobbyists, and public relations firms. She has guided all aspects of the company's legal affairs, litigation, environmental and trade compliance matters, commercial transaction, immigration issues, employment law concerns, real estate transactions and preparation of corporate documents. She advises clients in matters related to state legislative committees, Austin City Council, the Travis County Commissioners Court, and other governing bodies. Ms. Morse is experienced in managing media relations and crisis communications.
Ms. Morse received her JD from the University of Houston Law Center and her B.A. in Criminal Justice from Louisiana State University. She is licensed to practice in Texas.
Learning objectives:
After attending this sessions, participants will be able to:
- Identify common pitfalls arising from investigations
- Understand the best practices procedurally in conducting an investigation
Agenda:
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Registration and Lunch
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Presentation
Program Level: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None required
Location
Maggiano’s Little Italy Restaurant
10910 Domain Dr #100, Austin, TX 78759
From MoPac and Braker Lane, turn East on Braker Lane, drive 0.4 miles to Domain Drive on the left. In 0.1 miles, turn left onto Feathergrass Court, and park in the D2 South Parking Garage (free parking) on the right. Walk East about 400 feet to Maggiano's restaurant.
Registration Prices
- Online registration up to 5 days prior to event
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- Members $20
- Non-Members $30
- Walk-in registration (if space is available)
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- Members $40
- Non-Members $60
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