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By noting some of the issues that arise in the ordinary course of an inhouse counsel’s practice, this InfoPAK will help general counsel provide high-quality representation for their corporate client.  \nThe information in this InfoPAK should not be construed as legal advice or legal opinion on specific facts, and should not be considered representative of the views of ACC or any ofits lawyers, unless expressly stated. Further, this InfoPAK is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject and should not be construed as legal advice, but is intended to serve as a tool for readers, providing practical information to the in-house practitioner.  \nACC wishes to thank West Group for its generous contribution of research resources.  \nContents  \nI. Introduction: The Function of a General Counsel...........................................................................7  \nA. General Overview ................................................................................................................................................................ 7  \nB. Road Map ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8  \nII. The Corporation as a Client ..............................................................................................................9  \nA. Duty to the Client ................................................................................................................................................................ 10  \n1. Corporate Affiliates ............................................................................................................................................................. 10  \n2. Actions that are Not in the Corporation’s Best Interest ............................................................................................... 11  \n3. Contest for Control of the Corporation by Takeover .................................................................................................... 12  \n4. Derivative Litigation............................................................................................................................................................ 13  \n5. Dual Representation of Corporation and one or more Directors, Officers, Employees, or Agents ........................ 13  \nB. Confidentiality ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14  \nC. Client Focus .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14  \nIII. Corporate Compliance and Security ................................................................................................ 15  \nA. Ethical Duties ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15  \n1. Non-legal Business Activities............................................................................................................................................. 15  \n2. 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