Arthur and Toni Rembe Rock Center for Corporate Governance
Arthur and Toni Rembe Rock Center for Corporate Governance
Rock Center Lunch with Delaware Vice Chancellor Lori Will: October 3, 2025
@ SLS: Room 180 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesStanford Law students are invited to a special lunch conversation with Delaware Vice Chancellor Lori Will. As one of the nation’s leading voices on corporate law and governance, Vice Chancellor Will will share her insights on the Court of Chancery, recent developments in Delaware corporate law, and the evolving role of directors and counsel in […]
BoardGPT — Using AI in the Boardroom: October 10, 2025
OnlineThe Rock Center for Corporate Governance hosts BoardGPT: Using AI in the Boardroom, a timely webinar exploring how directors are engaging with artificial intelligence. The session will examine practical applications where AI adds value to board work, cautionary tales of where it should not be used, and governance considerations for boards adopting AI at scale. […]
Rock Center Student Lunch Series: Lawyering in the Age of AI — AI and Litigation with Jobe Danganan, CEO & Co-Founder, LexTextAI: October 14, 2025
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesWe’re launching the Rock Center student lunch series, Lawyering in the Age of AI, with a conversation on how AI is reshaping litigation. Our guest, Jobe Danganan—CEO & Co-Founder of LexText AI and a former litigator, GC, and startup executive—will discuss where AI is (and isn’t) changing litigation practice today; what’s coming next; and the […]
Surviving Wall Street: Leadership Lessons with Scott Bok: October 21, 2025
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesScott Bok, author of Surviving Wall Street and former CEO of Greenhill & Co., shares hard-earned leadership lessons from his decades leading boutique M&A advisory through boom, bust, and game-changing moments. His memoir reveals how to build resilience, steer through uncertainty, manage ambitious teams, and maintain integrity under pressure. He grounds leadership lessons in real cases: big […]
Mandatory Arbitration: Delaware vs. the SEC: October 22, 2025
OnlineThe SEC recently signaled support for mandatory arbitration provisions, while Delaware law continues to limit their use. This webinar explores what the clash means for boards, investors, and governance.
Rock Center Summer Associate Mixer: October 23, 2025
EVGR Pub & Beer Garden 716 Serra St., Stanford, CAThe Rock Center will host an off-campus evening mixer bringing together Stanford Law 1Ls with local corporate and litigation associates. The event will provide students with the chance to meet practicing attorneys, learn more about different firms and practice areas, and build professional networks in a relaxed setting. Meet attorneys from the following firms: Cooley […]
Corporate Law at the Crossroads with Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick and Delaware Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez: October 29, 2025
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesDelaware Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick has become one of the most influential voices in global corporate law. She will be joined by Delaware Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez for a student lunch conversation exploring recent developments in Delaware and beyond. Together, they will discuss how corporate governance, M&A, fiduciary duties, and court practice are evolving, and […]
Law, Venture Capital, and Climate Solutions Featuring Daniel Weiss (MA ‘91, JD ‘96): October 30, 2025
@ SLS: Room 280B Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThis event is open to Stanford students. Lunch will be provided. Join us for a conversation with Daniel Weiss, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Angeleno Group, a leading climate-focused venture capital firm. A former M&A attorney at O’Melveny & Myers, Mr. Weiss now leads investments in companies transforming how we power, feed, build, and move […]
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Startup Law 101): October 30, 2025
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs part of the new FORM + FUND initiative, the Rock Center will host a series of lectures and workshops for campus founders. This event will focus on the basics of startup law, from incorporation to founders' equity to venture financing. Please read: SLS students are invited to attend these programs to listen and learn […]
The Legal Practice of 2030: November 3, 2025
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs part of the Rock Center Student Lunch Series Lawyering in the Age of AI, this session looks ahead to 2030. Google General Counsel Halimah DeLaine Prado, moderated by Matthew Gemello of Orrick, will explore how technology—including generative AI—will reshape legal practice and operations: from matter intake and workflow automation to risk management, client service, and talent development. We’ll […]
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Intellectual Property 101): November 3, 2025
@ SLS: Room 270 Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs part of the new FORM + FUND initiative, the Rock Center will host a series of lectures and workshops for campus founders. This event will focus on the basics of intellectual property law and strategy.
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Office Hours): November 5, 2025
@ SLS: Russo Commons - Student Law Lounge 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThe final session of the FORM + FUND campus founders series will be held in an office hours format. This provides students and community members an opportunity for direct engagement, questions, and mentoring around venture formation and funding.
Directors’ College Webinar – Shareholder Activism: Updates and Forecasts: November 17, 2025
OnlineThis Directors' College webinar will provide an in-depth look at the latest developments in shareholder activism and what to expect in the year ahead. Sullivan & Cromwell partners Lawrence Elbaum and Patrick Gadson will discuss recent market trends, notable campaigns, evolving legal and regulatory considerations, and strategies that boards and management teams should anticipate. Participants […]
Lawyering in the Age of AI: Inside Meta’s Approach to AI, IP, and Litigation: January 13
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes business models, products, and markets, it is also transforming the practice of law. This lunchtime conversation brings together senior legal leaders from Meta to explore how AI is changing the landscape of intellectual property, litigation, and legal risk management at scale. This program is part of the Rock Center’s Lawyering in […]
Rock Center Lawyering in the Age of AI Series: Boardroom Playbook for AI: February 24
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs AI becomes embedded across products, operations, and decision making, legal risk and competitive advantage are increasingly shaped in the boardroom. Join Irene Liu, Executive Director of Stanford Law School’s AI Initiative, for a conversation with Cravath partner and former Under Secretary of Commerce Dave Kappos on how lawyers are advising companies and boards on […]
Rock Center Lawyering in the Age of AI Series: Agentic AI and the Future of Legal Practice: March 3
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAgentic AI is moving from “chat” to “do”—systems that can plan, take actions across tools, and iterate toward an outcome with less step-by-step human prompting. Join Irene Liu, Executive Director of Stanford Law School’s AI Initiative, for a conversation with Morrison Foerster’s Justin Haan on where agentic AI stands today, what it can (and can’t) […]
Unpacking Prediction Markets: April 10
OnlinePrediction markets have rapidly emerged as a significant financial and cultural phenomenon, drawing attention from regulators, policymakers, and the public alike. This webinar brings together leading practitioners from platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, alongside top legal experts, to explore how these markets function and the legal frameworks shaping them. The panel will examine key regulatory […]
Iran, Energy Markets, and Global Risk: April 13
OnlineJoin the Rock Center for Corporate Governance for a timely webinar examining the intersection of the war in Iran, energy markets, and geopolitical risk. Gregory Brew of Eurasia Group will discuss the evolving situation in Iran and its implications for global energy supply, sanctions, and market volatility. Designed for corporate directors and senior executives, this […]
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Startup Law 101): May 4
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs part of the FORM + FUND initiative, the Rock Center will host a series of lectures and workshops for campus founders. This event will focus on the basics of startup law, from incorporation to founders' equity to venture financing. Please read: This event is open to faculty, students, and affiliates from other departments. It is […]
Enforcement Under Trump: New Opportunities and Risks for Companies: May 6
OnlineThis webinar will examine the evolving enforcement landscape under the Trump administration and the resulting opportunities and risks for companies. Featuring leading practitioners from Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, the discussion will explore anticipated shifts in regulatory priorities, enforcement strategies, and compliance considerations across industries. Panelists will provide practical insights to help companies navigate […]
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Intellectual Property 101): May 6
@ SLS: Room 190 Crown Quadrangle 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesAs part of the FORM + FUND initiative, the Rock Center will host a series of lectures and workshops for campus founders. This event will focus on the basics of intellectual property law and strategy. Please read: This event is open to faculty, students, and affiliates from other departments. It is designed for Stanford community members […]
FORM + FUND Campus Founders Series (Office Hours): May 11
@ SLS: Russo Commons - Student Law Lounge 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesThe final session of the FORM + FUND campus founders series will be held in an office hours format. This provides students and community members an opportunity for direct engagement, questions, and mentoring around venture formation and funding. Please read: This event is open to faculty, students, and affiliates from other departments. It is designed for […]
Lunch Conversation with SEC Chair Paul Atkins: May 26
@ Stanford: Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research 366 Galvez Street, Stanford, CAJoin us for a special lunch conversation with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins, one of the most influential voices shaping today’s financial markets and regulatory landscape. In a moderated discussion with Stanford Law professors Colleen Honigsberg and Robert Bartlett, Chair Atkins will share perspectives on the evolving role of the SEC, current priorities in financial regulation, and how […]
Directors’ College 2026: June 22
@ SLS Crown Quadrangle, 559 Nathan Abbott Way, Stanford, CA, United StatesTBD