Venable partner Kyle Scherer will speak at the 71st Annual Natural Resources and Energy Institute, organized by The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law, on July 18, 2025, in Whistler, British Columbia.
This presentation will explore the complexities of privilege for in-house counsel, with practical scenarios that illustrate situations where privilege may or may not apply. Topics will include maintaining privilege in the context of dual legal and business roles; issues raised by modern technologies; and navigating expectations of company management while protecting attorney-client privilege. This presentation will also cover related ethical considerations under the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, offering insights on the interplay between ethical duties and privilege in an increasingly technology-driven and globalized legal environment.