Key Dodd-Frank Compliance Considerations for End-Users
Aug 31, 2012
The Dodd-Frank Act requires the CFTC and SEC to issue a
multitude of rules and regulations to implement the detailed
regulatory regime for swaps and security-based swaps outlined by
the Dodd-Frank Act. To date, the CFTC has finalized most
rules and issued compliance schedules with respect to many
obligations under such rules. Phase-in of the new regime is
set to begin on October 12, 2012 and will extend over several
months. This alert outlines key considerations, timelines and
action steps to aid corporate and investment fund end-users in
their preparation to comply with the new regulatory regime.
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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP