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How General Counsel Can Navigate Merger Scrutiny and Protect Deals
Andrew W. Szwez, Senior Managing Director (FTI Consulting)
2 pages

This article provides an overview of the some challenges General Counsel should expect when pursuing mergers and acquisitions.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Corporate, Securities, and Governance
Region: United States

Research shows that corporations who embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs have improved performance across key areas of corporate success, but DEI in the corporate landscape still faces challenges. This workshop will equip in-house attorneys with the knowledge and tactics necessary to conquer these hurdles. Explore the latest political and legal developments that threaten DEI initiatives, gain insights from industry experts, and enhance your in-house practitioner skills. Boost your confidence through interactive exercises and guided discussions rooted in real-world scenarios.

M&A Due Diligence Checklist
Saul Ewing LLP
12 pages

This resource is a sample due diligence checklist which covers pertinent information to research during a merger or acquisition.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts, Corporate, Securities, and Governance
Region: Global

Lawyers and legal departments in the corporate realm are often perceived as a source of negativity, wrought with constant refusals that bring creative flow to a screeching halt. As legal counsel, identifying and assessing our clients’ liabilities is vital to our profession, but this advice can lead to tension. So, how can in-house counsel navigate being a “department of yes” without compromising risk management? In this session, panelists will explore strategies for overcoming stereotypes assigned to lawyers, fostering meaningful relationships with internal clients, and devising creative approaches to achieve client goals.


Presented in cooperation with the International Society of Primerus Law Firms

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This session will examine the new EU cybersecurity laws hitting multinationals in January 2025, including the Network and Information Security (NIS) Directive, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), and the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). These laws involve a multitude of essential sectors including health, food production, financial services, and SaaS services and will involve the widening of how companies will have to deal with data incidents beyond personal data.

Presented in cooperation with Shoosmiths LLP

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Over the past several decades, boards of directors have faced unprecedented change, from increased regulation and complex reporting requirements to evolving technologies and cybersecurity risks. Through real life fact patterns and resolutions of some of these challenges, this presentation will address best practices for optimizing board functions and give a view on board preparation, process, approvals, and other routine board matters. Gain better tools for counseling and working with boards in turbulent times and help your board function better, reduce risk, and provide effective governance.

Presented in cooperation with Cozen O'Connor

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Ease your concerns about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) regulations around the globe. Since its implementation on January 1, the CTA aims to make corporate ownership more transparent and to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit activities. Join this session to learn more about CTA exemptions, enforcement actions, and what may be coming in 2025 and beyond.

Presented in cooperation with CSC Global

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What considerations do companies need to focus on when expanding their products and services outside of the USA? Join this program to examine proposed structures for global expansions, the regulatory environment of various industries, employment practices, marketing and advertising, language challenges, and financial implications like repatriation of revenue and taxes. Hear from experts and join small group discussions to explore questions across regions and countries regarding taxes, treaties, labor laws, and many other factors that may arise from overseas growth. Walk away with practical guidance on how to expand into new markets.

As diversity, equity, and inclusion programs become the subject of litigation and legislation more often, it's increasingly important for in-house counsel to think critically about their own DEI programs. This Family Feud-inspired program will teach participants how to spot the hidden risks in their DEI programs. Using the familiar game show format, participants will get the chance to identify and prioritize risks, while panelists guide them through practical solutions and help them understand how to build stronger, more effective DEI programs.

Presented in cooperation with Bloomberg Law

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This session will provide an overview and discuss how the TPSA applies to the use of Texans' personal data including through apps, websites and social media. We will also look at how the TPSA requirements dovetails with other states' data privacy laws and regulations, best practices, and how to minimize the risks of non-compliance, class action tracking and data breach litigation, brand reputational loss and data security. 

Registration - 11:30 am 
Lunch Service begins at 11:45 am 
CLE Presentation - 12:00-1:00 pm
 followed by Dessert, Questions & Networking 
 

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