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Events & Publications
ABI Journal: The Sale of Mortgage Loans Free and Clear in a Chapter 11 Plan
- Mar 01, 2020
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ABI Journal: The Sale of Mortgage Loans Free and Clear in a Chapter 11 Plan
Restructuring partner Robert Britton and associate Karen Zeituni co-authored an article, “The Sale of Mortgage Loans Free and Clear in a Chapter 11 Plan,” in the March 1 issue of the ABI Journal.
SEC Staff Issues Additional COVID-19 Disclosure Guidance
- Jun 24, 2020
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SEC Staff Issues Additional COVID-19 Disclosure Guidance
The SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance provided additional guidance June 23 on disclosure matters that SEC reporting companies should consider with respect to COVID-19 and related business and market disruptions, updating guidance…
Further Suspension on Entry of Foreign Nationals Announced
- Jun 23, 2020
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Further Suspension on Entry of Foreign Nationals Announced
On June 22, President Trump suspended entry into the United States by foreign nationals (with certain exceptions) seeking entry based on H-1B, H-2B, J and L visas. The suspension affects foreign nationals who expected to rely on visas …
COVID-19 Update: OSHA and EEOC Guidance on Returning to Work
- Jun 22, 2020
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COVID-19 Update: OSHA and EEOC Guidance on Returning to Work
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued guidance for “non-essential businesses” that have reopened or are preparing to reopen. Businesses are encouraged to reopen in three phases, addressing and…
Eric Goodison Provides Legal Guidance in Thomson Reuters Practical Law Video
- Jun 17, 2020
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Eric Goodison Provides Legal Guidance in Thomson Reuters Practical Law Video
Corporate partner Eric Goodison recorded a video for Thomson Reuters Practical Law, “Covenant-Lite Loans,” which highlighted the importance of covenant-lite loans in the leveraged loan market and the risk of cross-default.
FCA Publishes Guidance for Listed Companies on Market Conduct and Discipline and Grants Further Relief on Financial Reporting Deadlines
- Jun 17, 2020
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FCA Publishes Guidance for Listed Companies on Market Conduct and Discipline and Grants Further Relief on Financial Reporting Deadlines
In its most recent Market Watch Newsletter (available here), the UK Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) has published guidance on market conduct and transaction reporting issues in light of COVID-19. The key message in the guidance is …
UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Revised Term Sheets for Main Street Lending Facilities
- Jun 09, 2020
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UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Revised Term Sheets for Main Street Lending Facilities
On June 8, the Fed issued revised term sheets governing the Main Street New Loan Facility, the Main Street Expanded Loan Facility and the Main Street Priority Loan Facility, together with an updated set of frequently asked questions.…
Update for Chinese SEC Reporting Companies: President Trump Mandates Report on PCAOB Access and Investor Protections
- Jun 08, 2020
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Update for Chinese SEC Reporting Companies: President Trump Mandates Report on PCAOB Access and Investor Protections
In response to the political impasse over access by U.S. regulators to information relating to U.S.-listed Chinese companies and, in particular, access by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to work papers relating to the…
COVID-19 Update: New York State and CDC Guidance for Employers Reopening Offices
- May 30, 2020
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COVID-19 Update: New York State and CDC Guidance for Employers Reopening Offices
Under the NY Forward Reopening Plan, New York State has now issued guidance for reopening Phase Two industries.
UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Updated Guidance and Publishes Legal Forms and Agreements for Main Street Lending Facilities
- May 29, 2020
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UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Updated Guidance and Publishes Legal Forms and Agreements for Main Street Lending Facilities
The Federal Reserve has issued a number of legal forms and agreements, with accompanying instructions, that must be submitted by eligible borrowers and lenders participating in the Main Street New Loan Facility, Main Street Expanded…
Udi Grofman Chairs New PLI Program for Private Fund Attorneys
- May 27, 2020
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Udi Grofman Chairs New PLI Program for Private Fund Attorneys
Corporate partner Udi Grofman will chair a new Practising Law Institute (PLI) program, “Advanced Issues in Private Funds,” which will be broadcast as a live webcast on June 9.
Eric Goodison and Margot Wagner Contribute Article on M&A Financing to Lexis Practice Advisor
- May 26, 2020
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Eric Goodison and Margot Wagner Contribute Article on M&A Financing to Lexis Practice Advisor
Finance partner Eric Goodison and practice management counsel Margot Wagner co-authored an article, “Market Trends 2019/20: M&A Financing,” that appeared in Lexis Practice Advisor.
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Private Equity Controller’s Preferred Redemption Entirely Fair
- May 20, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Private Equity Controller’s Preferred Redemption Entirely Fair
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently held in The Frederick Hsu Living Trust v. Oak Hill Capital Partners that a controlling stockholder and its board designees did not breach their fiduciary duties in connection with the…
COVID-19 Update: New York State Guidance on Reopening Businesses
- May 19, 2020
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COVID-19 Update: New York State Guidance on Reopening Businesses
Under New York State’s reopening plan, non-essential businesses in the state’s 10 regions can begin reopening once their region meets seven metrics established to protect public health. Within each region that meets the public health…
COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: NYSE Provides Temporary Relief for the 20% Shareholder Approval Requirement
- May 19, 2020
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COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: NYSE Provides Temporary Relief for the 20% Shareholder Approval Requirement
The SEC approved, with immediate effect, a proposed NYSE rule change that provides NYSE-listed companies with a temporary COVID-19 exception through June 30 to the 20% shareholder approval requirement for private placements. The…
COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: Nasdaq Provides Temporary Relief as to the 20% Shareholder Approval Requirement
- May 08, 2020
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COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: Nasdaq Provides Temporary Relief as to the 20% Shareholder Approval Requirement
The SEC recently approved a rule change that provides Nasdaq-listed companies with a limited temporary exception to the shareholder approval requirement for private placements and a narrow related exception for an affiliate’s…
Paul, Weiss Partners Lead COVID-19 Presentation to NYCBA’s Private Investment Funds Committee
- May 06, 2020
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Paul, Weiss Partners Lead COVID-19 Presentation to NYCBA’s Private Investment Funds Committee
On May 6, several Paul, Weiss partners led a CLE webinar for the New York City Bar Association’s Private Investment Funds Committee. The presentation, “COVID-19 Considerations for Private Funds,” covered the fundraising environment,…
Delaware Court of Chancery Clarifies When Minority, Rollover Stockholders Become Controllers in a Take-Private Transaction
- May 04, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Clarifies When Minority, Rollover Stockholders Become Controllers in a Take-Private Transaction
The court held that two minority stockholders did not effectively become controllers of a company by rolling over their shares in a going-private merger with the company’s majority stockholder.
UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Revised Term Sheets and Guidance for Main Street Lending Facilities, Announces New Main Street Priority Lending Facility
- May 01, 2020
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UPDATE: Federal Reserve Issues Revised Term Sheets and Guidance for Main Street Lending Facilities, Announces New Main Street Priority Lending Facility
On April 30, the Fed issued revised term sheets for the two previously announced Main Street lending facilities, as well as a term sheet for the new Main Street Priority Loan Facility. The Fed expanded certain criteria for eligible…
COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: Nasdaq and NYSE Tolling Periods
- Apr 30, 2020
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COVID-19 Update for Public Companies: Nasdaq and NYSE Tolling Periods
In light of the continuing, unprecedented decline in the U.S. and global equity markets, the NYSE and the Nasdaq Stock Market recently modified their listing requirements relating to market capitalization and $1.00 minimum price (in…
CARES Act UPDATE: SBA Issues Additional Paycheck Protection Program Guidance, Including for Private Equity Firms and Hedge Funds
- Apr 25, 2020
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CARES Act UPDATE: SBA Issues Additional Paycheck Protection Program Guidance, Including for Private Equity Firms and Hedge Funds
The SBA has issued a new interim final rule on the PPP program, which clarifies that private equity firms and hedge funds are ineligible for PPP loans.
Business Roundtable Releases Roadmap for Resumption of Economic Activity
- Apr 25, 2020
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Business Roundtable Releases Roadmap for Resumption of Economic Activity
On April 24, the Business Roundtable released its proposed framework for the resumption of economic activity. In response to the absence of federal or state guidelines, the Business Roundtable proposed a framework for developing…
Senate Approves $310 Billion in Additional Funding for the Paycheck Protection Program
- Apr 22, 2020
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Senate Approves $310 Billion in Additional Funding for the Paycheck Protection Program
The Senate has passed the “Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act” to provide up to $484 billion in additional funding for COVID-19 relief programs, including $310 billion for the Small Business Administration’s…
COVID-19 Update: SEC and Nasdaq Response and Updated SEC C&DIs
- Apr 20, 2020
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COVID-19 Update: SEC and Nasdaq Response and Updated SEC C&DIs
Nasdaq recently addressed some questions that Nasdaq-listed companies may have related to disruptions caused by COVID-19. Concurrently, the SEC Staff provided new guidance regarding Form 144 filing requirements in light of COVID-19…
COVID-19 Update: NYSE Shareholder Approval for Related Party and 20% Issuances Temporarily Waived and Minimum Market Capitalization Standard Temporarily Suspended
- Apr 20, 2020
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COVID-19 Update: NYSE Shareholder Approval for Related Party and 20% Issuances Temporarily Waived and Minimum Market Capitalization Standard Temporarily Suspended
The SEC is temporarily waiving certain requirements under the NYSE’s shareholder approval rule applicable to equity issuances to related parties and equity issuances in private placements in excess of 20%.
Federal Reserve Announces Seven New or Updated Lending Facilities, Including Main Street Lending Facilities
- Apr 10, 2020
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Federal Reserve Announces Seven New or Updated Lending Facilities, Including Main Street Lending Facilities
The Federal Reserve announced seven lending facilities that will provide up to $2.3 trillion in loans to support the economy. We summarize the new facilities and updates to the terms of the previously announced facilities.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 06, 2020
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the first quarter of 2020.
CARES Act UPDATE: SBA Issues Interim Final Rule for Paycheck Protection Program
- Apr 03, 2020
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CARES Act UPDATE: SBA Issues Interim Final Rule for Paycheck Protection Program
On April 2, the Small Business Administration issued an interim final rule regarding implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and on April 3, a revised loan application form was published. The rule and revised application…
Joint Statement by the FCA, FRC and PRA Regarding Capital Markets Reporting in Light of Recent COVID-19 Developments
- Mar 30, 2020
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Joint Statement by the FCA, FRC and PRA Regarding Capital Markets Reporting in Light of Recent COVID-19 Developments
On March 26, UK regulatory bodies granted temporary relief and issued guidance to listed companies and auditors as a result of the increasing challenges posed by COVID-19.
An Update on Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak: Early Terminations to Resume
- Mar 27, 2020
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An Update on Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak: Early Terminations to Resume
U.S. antitrust agencies are now resuming the practice of granting early terminations of HSR waiting periods in merger reviews. As we discussed in our memorandum last week, the FTC and DOJ temporarily suspended the practice while the…
Key Provisions of the “Phase Three” COVID-19 Stimulus Package
- Mar 27, 2020
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Key Provisions of the “Phase Three” COVID-19 Stimulus Package
With the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act now imminent, we summarize key provisions of the emergency stimulus package, including relief for small businesses; emergency funding for companies suffering…
CARES Act to Expand Access to the SBA Loan Program
- Mar 26, 2020
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CARES Act to Expand Access to the SBA Loan Program
The CARES Act includes a new Small Business Act loan program that offers forgivable loans and waives certain affiliate aggregation requirements maintained by other SBA loans. We discuss the loan program and its implications for…
SEC Extends Conditional Reporting Relief; CorpFin Staff Issues COVID-19 Disclosure Guidance
- Mar 26, 2020
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SEC Extends Conditional Reporting Relief; CorpFin Staff Issues COVID-19 Disclosure Guidance
The SEC announced March 25th that it was extending filing periods covered by the conditional reporting relief announced March 4. Concurrently, the Division of Corporation Finance issued guidance and questions for reporting companies…
Emerging Technologies in the Age of Coronavirus
- Mar 25, 2020
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Emerging Technologies in the Age of Coronavirus
The current crisis is shedding light on the critical role that emerging technologies will play in the prevention and management of future pandemics. We examine the pandemic’s implications for AI, blockchain, analytics and…
COVID-19: Withdrawing or Revising Earnings Guidance
- Mar 23, 2020
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COVID-19: Withdrawing or Revising Earnings Guidance
In recent days, scores of companies have either withdrawn or revised downward previously issued guidance due to the continuing adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, with most opting to withdraw. We highlight important areas to…
Udi Grofman Quoted in Article on the Coronavirus and Hedge Fund Diligence
- Mar 20, 2020
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Udi Grofman Quoted in Article on the Coronavirus and Hedge Fund Diligence
Corporate partner Udi Grofman was extensively quoted in a recent article on FundFire, “Hedge Fund Diligence Questions Skyrocket During Coronavirus.”
New York Passes Emergency Paid Sick Leave Law for COVID-19 Relief
- Mar 19, 2020
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New York Passes Emergency Paid Sick Leave Law for COVID-19 Relief
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law guaranteeing paid sick leave to certain workers directly affected by COVID-19. We summarize key provisions of the bill, including criteria for employee eligibility, qualifying employers and…
U.S. State Department Issues Unprecedented Global Travel Advisory
- Mar 19, 2020
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U.S. State Department Issues Unprecedented Global Travel Advisory
The State Department has issued a Level 4 (Do Not Travel) advisory for all travel outside the United States. It advises U.S. citizens not to travel abroad and U.S. citizens abroad who reside in the United States to return home if…
Internal Revenue Service Postpones Certain April 15 Federal Income Tax Payment Deadlines
- Mar 18, 2020
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Internal Revenue Service Postpones Certain April 15 Federal Income Tax Payment Deadlines
On March 18, the IRS announced that individual taxpayers would be allowed to defer up to $1 million and corporations would be allowed to defer $10 million of federal income tax payments (including federal estimated income tax…
Congress Passes COVID-19 Relief Package
- Mar 18, 2020
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Congress Passes COVID-19 Relief Package
On March 18, the Senate approved an emergency relief bill to provide financial support for individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) enhances paid sick, family and medical…
Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
- Mar 18, 2020
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Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
U.S. and E.U. competition agencies have announced temporary changes in their merger review procedures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Significantly, the U.S. antitrust agencies will not grant any requests for early termination.…
The Coronavirus: Certain Considerations for Public Companies
- Mar 17, 2020
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The Coronavirus: Certain Considerations for Public Companies
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to slow commerce, most companies face serious challenges in almost all areas of their businesses. The recent turmoil and volatility of public financial markets has resulted in many…
UPDATE: Force Majeure Under the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
- Mar 16, 2020
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UPDATE: Force Majeure Under the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
The coming weeks and months are likely to bring many assertions of force majeure in response to COVID-19-related impacts. We provide an update on the most recent developments and their effect on parties’ ability to invoke force…
Ban on Travel from Europe: Additional Details Are Released; the UK and Ireland Are Added to the List
- Mar 14, 2020
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Ban on Travel from Europe: Additional Details Are Released; the UK and Ireland Are Added to the List
The UK and Ireland have been added to the existing ban on entry into the U.S. of foreign nationals who have been in any of 26 countries in Europe during the 14 days prior to their entry.
The United States Imposes a Ban on Travel from Schengen Area Countries
- Mar 12, 2020
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The United States Imposes a Ban on Travel from Schengen Area Countries
President Trump signed a proclamation restricting and suspending the entry into the United States of foreign nationals who have been within Europe’s Schengen Area during the 14 days prior to their entry. U.S. citizens and others not…
Paul, Weiss Article on Private Equity Fundraising Trends Featured in American Investment Council Newsletter
- Feb 28, 2020
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Paul, Weiss Article on Private Equity Fundraising Trends Featured in American Investment Council Newsletter
The February 28 newsletter by the American Investment Council, a leading private equity advocacy and resource organization, featured an article by corporate partners Marco Masotti and Conrad van Loggerenberg and associate Victoria…
Business Insights for Navigating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Mar 10, 2020
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Business Insights for Navigating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Litigation partner and former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson offers insights for business leaders on responding to the current coronavirus (COVID-19).
Is the Coronavirus a Material Adverse Effect?
- Mar 06, 2020
- Publications
Is the Coronavirus a Material Adverse Effect?
Currently, the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) would not likely trigger the typical MAE termination right. However, this may change depending on the outbreak’s duration, disproportionate industry or company impacts and whether…
SEC Reporting Companies: Considering the Impact of the Coronavirus on Public Disclosure and Other Obligations
- Mar 04, 2020
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SEC Reporting Companies: Considering the Impact of the Coronavirus on Public Disclosure and Other Obligations
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, SEC reporting companies and their boards need to consider the impacts of the outbreak not just from business continuity and risk management perspectives, but also on their public…
Delaware Court of Chancery Provides Guidance around Special Committee Approvals in Non-Controller Conflicted Transactions
- Mar 04, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Provides Guidance around Special Committee Approvals in Non-Controller Conflicted Transactions
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently confirmed in Salladay v.Lev that conditioning a conflicted (but non-controller) transaction upon approval by a fully empowered, disinterested and independent special committee can restore the…
Force Majeure in the Wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Mar 03, 2020
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Force Majeure in the Wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The coming months are likely to bring many assertions of force majeure—contract provisions that excuse a party’s nonperformance when “acts of God” or other extraordinary events prevent a party from fulfilling its contractual…
Supreme Court to Decide Constitutionality of CFPB
- Mar 02, 2020
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Supreme Court to Decide Constitutionality of CFPB
On March 3, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral argument to determine the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Created by Congress as part of the Dodd-Frank Act, the CFPB is a multi-member,…
Private Equity International Highlights Paul, Weiss Survey of Private Equity Fund Terms
- Feb 25, 2020
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Private Equity International Highlights Paul, Weiss Survey of Private Equity Fund Terms
An article published on February 25 in Private Equity International, a leading industry news source, highlights recent research findings by the Paul, Weiss private funds group.
SEC Issues a Statement on Coronavirus Reporting Considerations and Potential Relief
- Feb 20, 2020
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SEC Issues a Statement on Coronavirus Reporting Considerations and Potential Relief
The Securities and Exchange Commission recently addressed financial reporting considerations and potential SEC relief in light of the effects of the novel coronavirus. These effects may be important to SEC-reporting companies that…
Steven Williams to Speak at AON’S Transaction Solutions Symposium
- Feb 05, 2020
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Steven Williams to Speak at AON’S Transaction Solutions Symposium
Corporate partner Steven Williams will participate in a panel at AON’s upcoming Transaction Solutions Symposium.
Global Regulators Press Market Participants to Prepare Now for LIBOR Transition
- Jan 22, 2020
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Global Regulators Press Market Participants to Prepare Now for LIBOR Transition
It is widely expected that within two years, by the end of 2021, the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) will no longer be published by LIBOR panel banks. Recognizing the potential impact LIBOR’s cessation could have on lenders,…
Delaware Supreme Court Requires Stockholders to Comply or Object to Supplemental Information Requests by Deadline
- Jan 21, 2020
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Delaware Supreme Court Requires Stockholders to Comply or Object to Supplemental Information Requests by Deadline
In BlackRock Credit Allocation Income Trust v. Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd. (available here), the Delaware Supreme Court held that two publicly traded, closed-end fund trusts advised by BlackRock Advisors, LLC were not required to…
SEC Proposes Amendments to the Definitions of Accredited Investor and Qualified Institutional Buyer
- Jan 08, 2020
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SEC Proposes Amendments to the Definitions of Accredited Investor and Qualified Institutional Buyer
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) has issued a release (the “Proposing Release”) (available here) proposing amendments that expand the definitions of “accredited investor” (“AI”) and “qualified institutional…
Jonathan Ashtor to Speak at NYU Tri-State IP Conference
- Jan 10, 2020
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Jonathan Ashtor to Speak at NYU Tri-State IP Conference
Intellectual Property partner Jonathan Ashtor will speak at the Tenth Annual Tri-State IP Conference of the NYU Engelberg Center on Innovation Law & Policy.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 07, 2020
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2019.
SEC Staff Issues Statement Addressed to Audit Committees
- Jan 06, 2020
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SEC Staff Issues Statement Addressed to Audit Committees
On December 30, 2019, the SEC Chairman, Jay Clayton, the SEC’s Chief Accountant, Sagar Teotia, and the Director of the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance, William Hinman, issued a joint statement (the “Statement”) (available here)…
Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2019 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments
- Jan 06, 2020
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Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2019 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments
The annual AICPA Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments has become a highly anticipated source of information on the latest issues and trends in financial reporting, accounting and auditing.
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2020
- Dec 17, 2019
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2020
The 2020 Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser.
Jonathan Ashtor Publishes Patent Analytics Study in Top-Ranked Academic Journal
- Dec 13, 2019
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Jonathan Ashtor Publishes Patent Analytics Study in Top-Ranked Academic Journal
Intellectual property partner Jonathan Ashtor has published a patent analytics study in the Journal of Empirical Legal Studies (JELS), a leading law and economics journal.
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners
- Dec 06, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners
Jonathan Ashtor, Rachael Coffey, Alexia Korberg, Caith Kushner, Kyle Seifried, Brette Tannenbaum and Austin Witt have been elected to the partnership, effective Jan. 1, 2020.
Ariel Deckelbaum, Roberto Gonzalez and Jeannie Rhee to Participate in DirectorCorps Conference
- Dec 03, 2019
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Ariel Deckelbaum, Roberto Gonzalez and Jeannie Rhee to Participate in DirectorCorps Conference
Corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum and Litigation partners Roberto Gonzalez and Jeannie Rhee will participate in “Avoiding the Corporate Crisis,” a conference hosted by DirectorCorps and Nasdaq.
New Sun Capital Ruling: Private Equity Funds Avoid Portfolio Company Pension Liabilities But Caution Still Advised
- Dec 02, 2019
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New Sun Capital Ruling: Private Equity Funds Avoid Portfolio Company Pension Liabilities But Caution Still Advised
In the latest turn in the Sun Capital litigation, the First Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the 2016 decision of the District Court for Massachusetts, and held that three private equity funds managed by Sun Capital were not liable…
SEC Proposes Amendments to Improve Accuracy and Transparency of Proxy Voting Advice and Modernize Shareholder Proposal Rules
- Nov 14, 2019
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SEC Proposes Amendments to Improve Accuracy and Transparency of Proxy Voting Advice and Modernize Shareholder Proposal Rules
Last week, the Securities and Exchange Commission voted 3-2 to propose amendments to its proxy solicitation rules as applicable to proxy voting advice and its Rule 14a-8 shareholder proposal procedures.
Paul, Weiss Highlights From the 2019 NAPABA Convention
- Nov 07, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Highlights From the 2019 NAPABA Convention
Paul, Weiss took part in the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s (NAPABA) 2019 Convention, the largest annual national gathering of attorneys, judges, law students, legal scholars and elected officials of Asian-American…
Recent Delaware Decisions Signal Renewed Focus on Board-Level Compliance Oversight
- Nov 13, 2019
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Recent Delaware Decisions Signal Renewed Focus on Board-Level Compliance Oversight
Breach of the duty of oversight claims against Delaware directors are known as “possibly the most difficult theory in corporation law upon which a plaintiff might hope to win a judgment.”
Paul, Weiss Expands M&A Practice With Hire of Laura Turano
- Oct 21, 2019
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Expands M&A Practice With Hire of Laura Turano
M&A lawyer Laura Turano has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department.
Amran Hussein Featured in Private Equity Law Report on the Evolution of LPACs
- Oct 15, 2019
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Amran Hussein Featured in Private Equity Law Report on the Evolution of LPACs
Corporate partner Amran Hussein was featured in a two-part Q&A in Private Equity Law Report.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 03, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2019.
SEC Extends the “Test-the-Waters” Accommodation to All Issuers
- Oct 01, 2019
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SEC Extends the “Test-the-Waters” Accommodation to All Issuers
On September 26, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) announced that it has adopted a new rule under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 (the “Securities Act”) extending a “test-the-waters” accommodation, currently…
Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss
- Sep 09, 2019
- Firm News
Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss
Andrew Finch has returned to the firm as Co-Chair of the Antitrust Practice Group.
SEC Issues Guidance on Proxy Voting Responsibilities of Investment Advisers and the Applicability of Proxy Rules to Proxy Voting Advice
- Aug 28, 2019
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SEC Issues Guidance on Proxy Voting Responsibilities of Investment Advisers and the Applicability of Proxy Rules to Proxy Voting Advice
On August 21, 2019, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) approved much anticipated guidance regarding the applicability of proxy rules to proxy voting advice and related guidance regarding proxy voting responsibilities of…
Paul, Weiss Partners to Lead PLI Briefing on Real Asset Funds
- Sep 12, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Partners to Lead PLI Briefing on Real Asset Funds
Corporate partner Udi Grofman, real estate partner Harris Freidus and tax partner David Mayo will lead a one-hour Practising Law Institute briefing, “Real / Hard Asset Funds: Real Estate and Infrastructure.”
Delaware Court of Chancery Bases Appraisal Value on Unaffected Market Price
- Jul 25, 2019
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Delaware Court of Chancery Bases Appraisal Value on Unaffected Market Price
Recently in In re: Appraisal of Jarden Corporation, the Delaware Court of Chancery appraised the fair value of Jarden Corporation to be the unaffected market price of the company’s shares, which was approximately 18% less than the…
Steve Williams Discusses Activist Defense With The Deal
- Jul 23, 2019
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Steve Williams Discusses Activist Defense With The Deal
In a video interview with The Deal's Tom Terrarosa, corporate partner Steve Williams discusses the prevalence of settlements in activism campaigns, why it's so common to settle and some of the most common settlement terms.
UK’s ICO Announces Significant Fines for GDPR Violations
- Jul 12, 2019
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UK’s ICO Announces Significant Fines for GDPR Violations
On July 8 and 9, 2019, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) – the data protection authority of the United Kingdom – announced its intention to levy substantial fines against two companies for violations of the EU General Data…
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds Controlling Stockholder Merger May Have Violated Section 203; Stockholders May Enforce Related Standstill
- Jul 10, 2019
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Delaware Court of Chancery Holds Controlling Stockholder Merger May Have Violated Section 203; Stockholders May Enforce Related Standstill
Recently in Arkansas Teacher Retirement System v. Alon USA Energy, Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery (in an opinion by Vice Chancellor McCormick) held, on a motion to dismiss, that Delek US Holdings, Inc.’s acquisition of Alon may…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 09, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2019.
Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
- Jul 01, 2019
- Firm News
Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
Sarah Stasny is joining the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department.
June 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Jun 20, 2019
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June 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we continue our discussion with Paul, Weiss M&A partner and Corporate Department Deputy Chair Ariel J. Deckelbaum and Paul, Weiss M&A partner Ellen Ching on GP stakes investing, with …
Valerie Radwaner Speaks at Transforming Women’s Leadership in Law Event
- Jun 19, 2019
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Valerie Radwaner Speaks at Transforming Women’s Leadership in Law Event
Deputy chair Valerie Radwaner is featured in a Thomson Reuters’ article highlighting her participation in a Transforming Women’s Leadership in Law panel for women lawyers who had been nominated by their firms as “Rising Stars.”
UK IPO Reforms: One Year On
- Jun 17, 2019
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UK IPO Reforms: One Year On
On July 1, 2018, the revised Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) rules on the availability of information in the UK IPO process became effective. The rules were introduced with a goal of improving the quality and timeliness of…
Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams to Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
- Jun 06, 2019
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Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams to Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams will participate in The Deal’s upcoming conference, “Exploring Shareholder Activism.”
Scott Barshay to Participate in International M&A Conference
- Jun 05, 2019
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Scott Barshay to Participate in International M&A Conference
Corporate partner Scott Barshay will moderate a panel at the 18th Annual International Mergers & Acquisitions Conference.
Brexit – New Deadlines and Prolonged Uncertainty
- May 16, 2019
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Brexit – New Deadlines and Prolonged Uncertainty
In this video, London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir discuss Britain’s upcoming deadlines and the MEP elections, political complications and potential next steps, against the backdrop of continued…
Marco Masotti to Participate in Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
- May 19, 2019
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Marco Masotti to Participate in Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
Funds partner Marco Masotti will moderate a panel at the International Bar Association Investment Funds Committee’s 30th Annual Conference on the Globalization of Investment Funds.
Funds Partners Quoted in Part 2 of Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
- Apr 23, 2019
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Funds Partners Quoted in Part 2 of Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
Funds partners Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein, Conrad van Loggerenberg and Lindsey Wiersma are extensively quoted in part 2 of a Private Equity Law Report article discussing various issues arising in the private equity landscape,…
April 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Apr 23, 2019
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April 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we look at current trends in GP stakes investing in an interview with Paul, Weiss M&A partner and Corporate Department Deputy Chair Ariel J. Deckelbaum and Paul, Weiss M&A partner…
Paul, Weiss Hosts Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel Forum
- Apr 17, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel Forum
Paul, Weiss hosted its Annual Hedge Fund GC Forum. The event brings together clients and friends from the industry’s most prominent hedge funds to discuss significant issues confronting the industry.
Funds Partners Quoted in Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
- Apr 16, 2019
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Funds Partners Quoted in Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
Funds partners Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein, Conrad van Loggerenberg and Lindsey Wiersma are extensively quoted in a Private Equity Law Report article discussing the concerns of sponsors and the evolution of the relationship with…
Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies MFW’s “Ab Initio” Requirement and Partially Reverses Chancery Court Dismissal
- Apr 12, 2019
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Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies MFW’s “Ab Initio” Requirement and Partially Reverses Chancery Court Dismissal
In Olenik v. Lodzinski, the Delaware Supreme Court held that plaintiffs had sufficiently pled facts that the dual protections of a special committee and majority-of-the-minority-vote under the MFW roadmap was not in place before the…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 08, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the first quarter of 2019.
Steven Williams to Participate in Harvard Corporate Governance Roundtable
- Mar 21, 2019
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Steven Williams to Participate in Harvard Corporate Governance Roundtable
Corporate partner Steven Williams will speak at the March 21 Harvard Law School Program on Corporate Governance.
Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI’s Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe
- Mar 14, 2019
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Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI’s Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe
London-based securities partner Mark Bergman will speak on a panel at the Practising Law Institute’s 18th Annual Institute on Securities Regulation in Europe.
Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman to Participate in IBA’s International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 10, 2019
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Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman to Participate in IBA’s International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman will participate in panel discussions at the International Bar Association’s 20th Annual International Conference on Private Investment Funds.
Ross Fieldston to Participate in Tulane Corporate Law Institute
- Mar 14, 2019
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Ross Fieldston to Participate in Tulane Corporate Law Institute
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston will speak on a panel titled “Special Issues Carve-Out Transactions” at the 31st Tulane Corporate Law Institute.
Richard Elliott Participates in CFIUS/Export Control Panel at Georgetown University Law Center
- Feb 21, 2019
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Richard Elliott Participates in CFIUS/Export Control Panel at Georgetown University Law Center
On February 21, International Trade Counsel Richard Elliott participated in a panel discussion concerning CFIUS and export control developments at Georgetown University Law Center.
Betty Yap, Hans-Günther Herrmann and Rui Bu Discuss China’s Draft Foreign Investment Law
- Jan 31, 2019
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Betty Yap, Hans-Günther Herrmann and Rui Bu Discuss China’s Draft Foreign Investment Law
In an article published in China Law & Practice on January 31, corporate partner Betty Yap, counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann and China associate Rui Bu discuss the newly published Draft Foreign Investment Law and its practical…
Paul, Weiss Hosts Cross-Canada Panel Discussion on U.S. Legal Developments
- Feb 04, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Cross-Canada Panel Discussion on U.S. Legal Developments
Corporate partners Chris Cummings, Andrew Foley, Adam Givertz and Ted Maynard and litigation partners Susanna Buergel, Jessica Carey and Jaren Janghorbani participated in Paul, Weiss's 12th annual seminar on U.S. Legal Developments…
2018 Year-End U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jan 31, 2019
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2018 Year-End U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Chris Cummings and Andrew Foley discuss significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during 2018 that may be of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
China Issues Market-Entry Negative List And Publishes Draft Foreign Investment Law for Public Comment
- Jan 24, 2019
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China Issues Market-Entry Negative List And Publishes Draft Foreign Investment Law for Public Comment
Since late 2017, in the context of the escalating trade war between the United States and Chinese governments, Chinese political leaders have signaled that they are willing to address some of the issues that the U.S. and other…
January 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Jan 22, 2019
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January 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we take a look at private equity trends in 2018 and possible developments for 2019.
Brad Karp and Steve Williams to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
- Jan 23, 2019
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Brad Karp and Steve Williams to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
Firm chairman Brad Karp and corporate partner Steve Williams will participate in the New York City Bar’s seventh annual Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute.
Update on the Federal Government Shutdown
- Jan 10, 2019
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Update on the Federal Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown is poised to enter a fourth week, its impact on companies and their corporate operations grows. To help our clients and other interested parties navigate these developments, below is an update on…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 09, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2018.
Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2018 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments
- Jan 08, 2019
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Takeaways from the AICPA’s 2018 Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments
In mid-December 2018, speakers and panelists representing regulatory and standard-setting bodies as well as auditors, registrants, securities counsel and other industry experts gathered in Washington D.C. for the 2018 AICPA Conference …
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2019
- Jan 03, 2019
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2019
Attached is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2019.
Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A in 2018
- Dec 30, 2018
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Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A in 2018
Corporate partner Scott Barshay is featured in a Wall Street Journal article featuring market commentary by the 7 top bankers and lawyers involved in the biggest M&A deals of 2018.
Jeff Marell Quoted in Reuters Article on Potential Drop in M&A in 2019
- Dec 20, 2018
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Jeff Marell Quoted in Reuters Article on Potential Drop in M&A in 2019
Corporate partner Jeffrey Marell is quoted in a Reuters article discussing a potential drop in mergers and acquisitions worldwide in 2019.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
- Dec 21, 2018
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Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article discussing the deceleration of global dealmaking in recent months.
Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Dismiss Claims against Conflicted CEO
- Dec 14, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Dismiss Claims against Conflicted CEO
Recently in In re Xura, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery denied a motion to dismiss fiduciary duty claims against the CEO of Xura, Inc. for his actions in negotiating a sale of the company
Amran Hussein and Bob Hirsh to Speak at StreetWise Partners New York Graduation
- Dec 19, 2018
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Amran Hussein and Bob Hirsh to Speak at StreetWise Partners New York Graduation
Corporate partner Amran Hussein and of counsel Bob Hirsh will deliver the keynote address at the 2018 StreetWise Partners New York Graduation.
A Decisive Moment for Brexit Negotiations
- Dec 10, 2018
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A Decisive Moment for Brexit Negotiations
After months of negotiations, the British Parliament was scheduled to vote on Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit Withdrawal Agreement on Tuesday, December 11.
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners
- Dec 07, 2018
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners
Paul, Weiss is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2019: Justin Anderson, Robert Britton, David Carmona, Harris Fischman, Christopher D. Frey, Matthew B.…
Directors Denied Corwin Protection Due to “Information Vacuum”
- Nov 29, 2018
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Directors Denied Corwin Protection Due to “Information Vacuum”
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently held in In re Tangoe, Inc. Stockholders Litigation that directors who approved a sale of the company were not entitled to business judgment protection under Corwin v. KKR Financial Holdings LLC…
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Foreign Investment in China
- Nov 26, 2018
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Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Foreign Investment in China
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann gave a seminar to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong entitled “Foreign Investment in China in the time of the Trade War.”
Q3 & Q2 2018 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Nov 07, 2018
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Q3 & Q2 2018 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the third and second quarters of 2018 that may be of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein and Robert Tananbaum Publish Article in AIC’s Newsletter
- Oct 31, 2018
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Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein and Robert Tananbaum Publish Article in AIC’s Newsletter
Corporate partner Marco Masotti, counsel Matthew Goldstein and associate Robert Tananbaum co-wrote a guest article that was featured in the American Investment Council’s (AIC) October newsletter.
October 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Oct 22, 2018
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October 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we look at four ways PE firms have adapted to the current competitive environment: (i) engaging in more buy-and-build approaches or add-on acquisitions, (ii) investing in early-stage…
Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies That “ab initio” for MFW Purposes Means before the Start of Substantive Economic Negotiations
- Oct 16, 2018
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Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies That “ab initio” for MFW Purposes Means before the Start of Substantive Economic Negotiations
In Flood v. Synutra International, Inc., the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancery’s holding that the controlling shareholder satisfied MFW’s “ab initio” requirement by conditioning the deal on the required procedural…
AFME and Euro IRP Publish Guidance on New Rules Governing UK IPO Process
- Oct 15, 2018
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AFME and Euro IRP Publish Guidance on New Rules Governing UK IPO Process
The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (“AFME”) and the European Association of Independent Research Providers (“Euro IRP”) recently published industry-wide guidance (the “Guidance”) in respect of the rules adopted by the UK…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 05, 2018
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2018.
Jordan Yarett Contributes Article on Structured Finance to Lexis Practice Advisor
- Sep 25, 2018
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Jordan Yarett Contributes Article on Structured Finance to Lexis Practice Advisor
Finance partner Jordan Yarett contributed an article, “Structured Finance, Securitization and Derivatives,” to Lexis Practice Advisor.
Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference
- Oct 07, 2018
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Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference
Corporate partners Mark Bergman, Ariel Deckelbaum, Marco Masotti, Alvaro Membrillera and Tarun Stewart will participate in the International Bar Association’s annual conference.
Steve Williams Discusses Best Practices in Activist Defense With The Deal
- Sep 20, 2018
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Steve Williams Discusses Best Practices in Activist Defense With The Deal
In this video, corporate partner Steve Williams discusses tactics for activist preparedness, engagement and defense with The Deal’s Scott Gamm.
The Financial Crisis 10 Years Later: Lessons Learned
- Sep 15, 2018
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The Financial Crisis 10 Years Later: Lessons Learned
Ten years after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, market participants and other global companies operate in a markedly changed regulatory enforcement and compliance landscape. This memorandum discusses the legal and business…
Brexit - Looming Deadlines and Competing Visions
- Sep 13, 2018
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Brexit - Looming Deadlines and Competing Visions
In this video, London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir discuss key issues, including the possible scenarios for the UK leaving the EU and the implications of the splits within Prime Minister May's cabinet, the…
Udi Grofman to Participate at ALM’s Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel & Compliance Officer Summit
- Sep 27, 2018
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Udi Grofman to Participate at ALM’s Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel & Compliance Officer Summit
Corporate partner Udi Grofman will speak on a panel at ALM’s 12th Annual Hedge Fund General Counsel & Compliance and Officer Summit.
Delaware Court Clarifies When MFW’s Protections Must be in Place Under “Ab Initio” Requirement
- Jul 30, 2018
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Delaware Court Clarifies When MFW’s Protections Must be in Place Under “Ab Initio” Requirement
The recent Delaware Court of Chancery opinion in Olenik v. Lodzinski held that the parties to an acquisition had met the now well-known roadmap for controller transactions to receive business judgment review under Kahn v. M&F…
July 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jul 23, 2018
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July 2018: Private Equity Digest
This edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest continues our discussion of key considerations for private equity transactions resulting from the new tax law.
Eric Goodison and Margot Wagner Co-Author Overview of Covenant-Lite Loans
- Jul 19, 2018
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Eric Goodison and Margot Wagner Co-Author Overview of Covenant-Lite Loans
Corporate partner Eric Goodison and practice management counsel Margot Wagner published an overview of covenant-lite loans on the Thomson Reuters Practical Law website.
Marco Masotti, Lindsey Wiersma and Conrad van Loggerenberg Co-Author Chapter in ICLG’s Alternative Investment Funds Guide
- Jul 13, 2018
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Marco Masotti, Lindsey Wiersma and Conrad van Loggerenberg Co-Author Chapter in ICLG’s Alternative Investment Funds Guide
Corporate partner Marco Masotti, counsel Lindsey Wiersma and associate Conrad van Loggerenberg co-authored a chapter of The International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) to Alternative Investment Funds 2018.
Alan Kornberg Interviewed by INSOL International
- Jul 12, 2018
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Alan Kornberg Interviewed by INSOL International
Goodmans LLP Partner Brendan O’Neill (PW 2000) interviewed Paul, Weiss Partner Alan Kornberg as part of a series of interviews conducted by INSOL International’s Younger Members. The series covers various high profile cases and topics …
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 12, 2018
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2018.
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
- Jul 16, 2018
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Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 19th Annual Private Equity Forum.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
- Jul 03, 2018
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Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article discussing the record-breaking pace of global dealmaking, which reached $2.5 trillion in the first half of 2018.
Delaware Court Dismisses Misappropriation Claim Against Private Equity Firm for Investing in Competing Company
- Jun 29, 2018
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Delaware Court Dismisses Misappropriation Claim Against Private Equity Firm for Investing in Competing Company
Recently the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed claims that a private equity firm and affiliated funds misappropriated trade secrets acquired from their portfolio company via their director designees and then misused the information …
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds It “Reasonably Conceivable” That Two Minority Stockholders Form Control Group
- Jun 21, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Finds It “Reasonably Conceivable” That Two Minority Stockholders Form Control Group
Recently in In re Hansen Medical, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery declined to grant defendants’ motion to dismiss, finding that plaintiff stockholders had sufficiently pled a “reasonably conceivable” claim …
FCA Publishes a Consultation on an Update to a Technical Note on Periodic Financial Information and Inside Information
- Jun 19, 2018
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FCA Publishes a Consultation on an Update to a Technical Note on Periodic Financial Information and Inside Information
On June 11, 2018, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (the “FCA”) published a special edition of its Primary Market Bulletin containing a consultation (the “Consultation”) on an update to its existing guidance on periodic financial…
June 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jun 18, 2018
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June 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss key considerations for private equity transactions resulting from the new tax law. This is part one of a two-part article.
Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
- Jun 07, 2018
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Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams spoke at The Deal’s 2018 Corporate Governance conference, an exclusive gathering of corporate decision makers and their advisors to discuss strategies and challenges …
Jonathan Ashtor to Participate at Fifth Annual Conference on Empirical Methods in IP
- May 04, 2018
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Jonathan Ashtor to Participate at Fifth Annual Conference on Empirical Methods in IP
Intellectual property counsel Jonathan Ashtor will present at the Fifth Annual Conference on Empirical Methods in IP, hosted by the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Cardozo Law School and the United States Patent & Trademark…
FTC Gets New Leadership
- May 04, 2018
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FTC Gets New Leadership
Less than a week after the U.S. Senate voted to approve a full slate of new commissioners to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), four of those appointees were sworn in to their new positions.
Key Implications of the EU’s new PRIIPs and MiFID II Regimes for Offerings of Debt Securities
- May 03, 2018
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Key Implications of the EU’s new PRIIPs and MiFID II Regimes for Offerings of Debt Securities
Two new European regulatory regimes came into force in January 2018, bringing about sweeping changes for many market participants involved in offers and sales of financial instruments in Europe.
Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Contribute USA Chapter to Corporate Recovery & Insolvency Guide
- Apr 30, 2018
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Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Contribute USA Chapter to Corporate Recovery & Insolvency Guide
Bankruptcy partners Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm co-authored the “USA” chapter in the 2018 edition of The International Comparative Legal Guide to Corporate Recovery & Insolvency
Eric Goodison Authors Article on M&A Financing for Lexis Practice Advisor
- Apr 25, 2018
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Eric Goodison Authors Article on M&A Financing for Lexis Practice Advisor
Finance partner Eric Goodison authored an article titled “Market Trends 2017/18: M&A Financing” for Lexis Practice Advisor.
Implications of the New EU Data Protection Regime and Its Expanded Application for Non-EU Entities
- Apr 26, 2018
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Implications of the New EU Data Protection Regime and Its Expanded Application for Non-EU Entities
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”), approved and adopted by the European Union in April 2016, takes effect in all member states of the European Union on May 25, 2018.
The Proposed CFIUS Reform Bill’s Potential Impact on Private Equity
- Apr 25, 2018
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The Proposed CFIUS Reform Bill’s Potential Impact on Private Equity
As the possibility of trade and other protectionist policies looms in the U.S. and globally, we highlight the pending Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2017 (FIRRMA) and its potential impact on private equity.
CAQ Publishes a Roadmap of Non-GAAP Financial Measures for Audit Committees
- Apr 23, 2018
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CAQ Publishes a Roadmap of Non-GAAP Financial Measures for Audit Committees
On March 16, 2018, the Center for Audit Quality (the “CAQ”) published Non-GAAP Financial Measures: A Roadmap for Audit Committees (the “Roadmap”) to provide guidance to audit committees on advancing their oversight and involvement…
Taurie Zeitzer Profiled in Diversity & The Bar Article on Women in M&A
- Apr 10, 2018
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Taurie Zeitzer Profiled in Diversity & The Bar Article on Women in M&A
M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer was featured as a top M&A lawyer in the Spring 2018 issue of Diversity & The Bar magazine.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 06, 2018
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice from the first quarter of 2018.
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds 22% Stockholder to be Controller Due to Unique Facts
- Apr 04, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Finds 22% Stockholder to be Controller Due to Unique Facts
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently ruled that Tesla stockholder Elon Musk is a controller of Tesla Motors, even though Musk held only 22.1% of Tesla’s stock.
Jonathan Ashtor to Participate in USPTO Visiting Speaker Series
- Mar 29, 2018
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Jonathan Ashtor to Participate in USPTO Visiting Speaker Series
On March 29, intellectual property counsel Jonathan Ashtor will present to the United States Patent and Trademark Office as part of its Visiting Speaker Series.
March 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Mar 21, 2018
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March 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss the complex issues that can arise when parties in private transactions negotiate how to split transaction tax deductions, as illustrated by the recent Delaware…
Corporate Partners to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 11, 2018
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Corporate Partners to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti (who co-chairs the conference), Ariel Deckelbaum, Amran Hussein, Udi Grofman and Ramy Wahbeh are taking part in the American Bar Association and the International Bar Association’s 19th Annual…
Brad Karp and Scott Barshay to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
- Mar 14, 2018
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Brad Karp and Scott Barshay to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
Firm chairman Brad Karp and corporate partner Scott Barshay will participate in the New York City Bar’s Sixth annual Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute.
Lindsey Wiersma to Participate in Women’s Private Equity Summit
- Mar 07, 2018
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Lindsey Wiersma to Participate in Women’s Private Equity Summit
Corporate counsel Lindsey Wiersma will attend the 11th annual Women’s Private Equity Summit.
Delaware Court of Chancery Uses DCF Analysis to Appraise Merger Target below Deal Price
- Feb 28, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Uses DCF Analysis to Appraise Merger Target below Deal Price
Recently in In re Appraisal of AOL Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery, in an opinion by Vice Chancellor Glasscock, relied solely on its own discounted cash flow (“DCF”) analysis to appraise the fair value of AOL Inc. below the deal…
SEC Issues Updated Guidance on Cybersecurity Disclosure
- Feb 27, 2018
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SEC Issues Updated Guidance on Cybersecurity Disclosure
The SEC recently provided updated guidance on cybersecurity-related disclosure obligations. We discuss the SEC’s new interpretive guidance, which seeks to assist companies in preparing disclosure concerning cybersecurity risks and…
Delaware Court of Chancery Appraises Company below Merger Price Based on Unaffected Market Price
- Feb 22, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Appraises Company below Merger Price Based on Unaffected Market Price
Recently in Veriton Partners Master Fund Ltd v. Aruba Networks, Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery, in an opinion by Vice Chancellor Laster, appraised the fair value of Aruba Networks, Inc. to be about 30.6% less than the agreed…
Paul, Weiss Hosts Seminar Series on U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jan 03, 2018
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Seminar Series on U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
Corporate partners Christopher Cummings, Andrew Forley, Adam Givertz and Ted Maynard, litigation partner Susanna Buergel and bankruptcy partner Alice Eaton participated in Paul, Weiss's annual seminar series, "U.S. Legal Developments…
New York Court Declines to Approve Disclosure-Only Settlement, Even Under More Lenient Gordon Standard
- Feb 13, 2018
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New York Court Declines to Approve Disclosure-Only Settlement, Even Under More Lenient Gordon Standard
The New York Supreme Court recently declined to approve what the court described as a “peppercorn and a fee” disclosure-only settlement in a public company M&A litigation, noting that while until recently most courts would…
Jack Lange Interviewed By Bloomberg
- Jan 16, 2018
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Jack Lange Interviewed By Bloomberg
Corporate partner Jack Lange was interviewed by Bloomberg Markets in Hong Kong about the impact of the U.S. Administration on businesses in Asia.
January 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jan 25, 2018
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January 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we review private equity M&A market trends from 2017 and look ahead to 2018.
Valerie Radwaner Featured in LEADERS Magazine
- Jan 01, 2018
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Valerie Radwaner Featured in LEADERS Magazine
Deputy chair Valerie Radwaner was featured in a Q&A in LEADERS magazine’s latest issue.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2017 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 17, 2018
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2017 Year-End Roundup
2017 was an active year for M&A, though year-end results did not surpass the records set in 2016.
Q4 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jan 11, 2018
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Q4 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the fourth quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 08, 2018
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2017.
Marco Masotti to Participate on Panel on Development Finance at Oxford University
- Apr 13, 2018
- Events
Marco Masotti to Participate on Panel on Development Finance at Oxford University
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak on a panel on development finance in emerging markets at an event sponsored by the Queen Mary-UNIDROIT Institute of Transnational Commercial Law.
Ryan McNaughton Discusses Esoteric Asset Securitization at PLI Seminar
- Dec 13, 2017
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Ryan McNaughton Discusses Esoteric Asset Securitization at PLI Seminar
Corporate counsel Ryan McNaughton discussed esoteric asset securitization at the Practising Law Institute’s “New Developments in Securitization” seminar on December 13 in New York City.
Delaware Court of Chancery Specifically Enforces Oral Settlement Agreement with Activist Investor
- Dec 12, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Specifically Enforces Oral Settlement Agreement with Activist Investor
Recently the Delaware Court of Chancery used its equitable powers to specifically enforce a disputed oral settlement agreement in a proxy contest resulting in two dissident directors being seated on the company’s board. The court…
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2018
- Dec 06, 2017
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2018
Attached is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2018. The calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser. Please note that any words…
Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Fiduciary Duty Claims Despite Inapplicability of Corwin
- Dec 04, 2017
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Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Fiduciary Duty Claims Despite Inapplicability of Corwin
Recently in van der Fluit v. Yates, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed fiduciary duty claims against the board of a company stemming from its acquisition, even though the court concluded that business judgment review did not…
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners
- Dec 01, 2017
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners
Paul, Weiss announced that five new partners have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2018: Yahonnes Cleary, Brian S. Grieve, Kyle J. Kimpler, Lindsay B. Parks and Ramy J. Wahbeh.
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners
- Dec 06, 2013
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Five New Partners
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced that five new partners have been elected to the partnership effective January 1, 2014: Ross A. Fieldston, Brian P. Finnegan, Jaren E. Janghorbani, Patrick N. Karsnitz and Jane …
Marco Masotti Featured in UVA Lawyer Magazine
- Nov 14, 2017
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Marco Masotti Featured in UVA Lawyer Magazine
Corporate partner Marco Masotti was featured in a Q&A in this month’s UVA Lawyer, the alumni magazine of the University of Virginia School of Law.
Jonathan Ashtor to Present at IP Statistics for Decision Makers Conference
- Nov 14, 2017
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Jonathan Ashtor to Present at IP Statistics for Decision Makers Conference
Intellectual property counsel Jonathan Ashtor will be presenting at the IP Statistics for Decision Makers conference from November 14-15 in Mexico City.
Ariel Deckelbaum Moderates Panel at Financial Times Conference
- Nov 01, 2017
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Ariel Deckelbaum Moderates Panel at Financial Times Conference
Corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum moderated a panel at the Financial Times – Outstanding Directors Exchange conference.
Carolyn Casselman Participates in CLE Hosted by Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
- Nov 02, 2017
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Carolyn Casselman Participates in CLE Hosted by Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Entertainment counsel Carolyn Casselman was a panelist at a CLE event sponsored by the Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts and hosted by Paul, Weiss.
Ross Fieldston and Jonathan Kanter to Speak at Business-Government Relations Council’s Annual Meeting
- Oct 19, 2017
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Ross Fieldston and Jonathan Kanter to Speak at Business-Government Relations Council’s Annual Meeting
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston and antitrust partner Jonathan Kanter will speak on the topic of M&A in regulated industries at the Business-Government Relations Council’s 2017 Annual Meeting.
M&A at a Glance
- Oct 17, 2017
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M&A at a Glance
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of September.
Preferred Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context
- Oct 06, 2017
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Preferred Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context
Corporate partners Angelo Bonvino and Ted Ackerman co-authored an article, “Preferred-Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context,” for Lexis Practice Advisor.
Treasury Issues Report Outlining Proposed Reforms to U.S. Capital Markets
- Oct 16, 2017
- Publications
Treasury Issues Report Outlining Proposed Reforms to U.S. Capital Markets
The Department of the Treasury recently issued a report outlining proposed changes to U.S. capital markets regulations, providing a regulatory “road map” for the SEC and the CFTC. The reforms, including several aimed at expanding and…
Q3 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Oct 12, 2017
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Q3 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the third quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Mark Bergman and Sofia Martos Co-Author Article in Securities Law Daily
- Oct 05, 2017
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Mark Bergman and Sofia Martos Co-Author Article in Securities Law Daily
London-based partner Mark Bergman and associate Sofia Martos published an article in the October 5 edition of Bloomberg BNA Securities Law Daily.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 04, 2017
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2017
Private Funds Spotlight: GP-Led Secondary Transactions
- Oct 02, 2017
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Private Funds Spotlight: GP-Led Secondary Transactions
With several headline-grabbing GP-led secondary transactions, 2017 has witnessed the maturation of a relatively new feature in the private equity industry’s liquidity tool kit. In this issue of Private Funds Spotlight, corporate…
Screening of Foreign Investments in the EU
- Sep 27, 2017
- Publications
Screening of Foreign Investments in the EU
The European Commission recently issued a proposed regulation establishing a framework for screening foreign investments into the European Union. The regulation, if adopted, would authorize EU member states, as well as the Commission…
New SEC Disclosure Requirements on Form ADV Become Effective October 1
- Sep 26, 2017
- Publications
New SEC Disclosure Requirements on Form ADV Become Effective October 1
In this alert, we describe the new SEC disclosure requirements applicable to investment advisers under amendments to Part 1A of Form ADV that will go into effect on October 1, 2017. The amendments require additional information…
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Developments in China’s Foreign Investment Regime
- Sep 25, 2017
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Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Developments in China’s Foreign Investment Regime
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann gave a seminar to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong on China’s regime for foreign investments.
Richard Elliott Appears on Trade Panel on Capitol Hill
- Sep 20, 2017
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Richard Elliott Appears on Trade Panel on Capitol Hill
International Trade Counsel Richard Elliott appeared on a panel yesterday on trade issues organized by the US-China Business Council for the benefit of House of Representatives staff members.
Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI Webcast
- Sep 25, 2017
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Mark Bergman to Participate in PLI Webcast
London-based securities partner Mark Bergman will participate in an hour-long briefing by the Practising Law Institute, “Accessing the U.S. Capital Markets From Europe Without SEC Registration: Understanding the Interplay Between…
M&A at a Glance
- Sep 15, 2017
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M&A at a Glance
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of August.
Udi Grofman to Participate at PLI’s Hedge Fund Management Program
- Sep 13, 2017
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Udi Grofman to Participate at PLI’s Hedge Fund Management Program
Corporate partner Udi Grofman will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 2017 Hedge Fund Management program.
Jonathan Ashtor Participates at EPIP Conference
- Sep 05, 2017
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Jonathan Ashtor Participates at EPIP Conference
Intellectual property counsel Jonathan Ashtor presented at the European Policy for Intellectual Property (EPIP) conference.
Marco Masotti to Deliver Keynote Address at AIC’s Chief Financial Officers Day
- Sep 14, 2017
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Marco Masotti to Deliver Keynote Address at AIC’s Chief Financial Officers Day
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will deliver the keynote address at the American Investment Council’s (AIC) Chief Financial Officers Day.
Delaware Court of Chancery Extends M&F Worldwide Doctrine to Third Party Transactions with a Selling Controller
- Aug 25, 2017
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Delaware Court of Chancery Extends M&F Worldwide Doctrine to Third Party Transactions with a Selling Controller
Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery extended the Kahn v. M&F Worldwide roadmap for invoking business judgment review in controller buyouts to third-party transactions where the controller acts as a seller only, but is…
China Publishes Official Guidelines on Overseas Investments
- Aug 24, 2017
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China Publishes Official Guidelines on Overseas Investments
On August 17, 2017, the Chinese Government published new regulatory guidelines regarding overseas investments, the Opinions on Further Guiding and Regulating the Directions of Overseas Investments (the “Guiding Opinions”).
Q2 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Aug 22, 2017
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Q2 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the second quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
While the Clock Continues to Tick, Brexit Positions Continue to Evolve
- Aug 18, 2017
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While the Clock Continues to Tick, Brexit Positions Continue to Evolve
Since Prime Minister Theresa May lost her majority in the U.K. Parliament on June 8, there has been much speculation as to whether the British government would continue down the road of a “hard” Brexit or would move to a softer…
M&A at a Glance (August 2017)
- Aug 15, 2017
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M&A at a Glance (August 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of July.
Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Annual Intellectual Property Scholars Conference
- Aug 10, 2017
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Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Annual Intellectual Property Scholars Conference
Corporate counsel Jonathan Ashtor spoke on a panel titled “Patents and Innovation” at the 17th Annual Intellectual Property Scholars Conference, hosted by the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.
Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Court of Chancery Appraisal Decision and Directs Greater Reliance on Deal Price
- Aug 07, 2017
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Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Court of Chancery Appraisal Decision and Directs Greater Reliance on Deal Price
In a recent decision, the Delaware Supreme Court reversed the Court of Chancery’s determination of the fair value of DFC Global Corporation, finding that the Court of Chancery erred in not giving greater weight to the deal price. The …
President Trump Signs Sanctions Legislation Targeting Russia, North Korea and Iran, Creating New Compliance Risks for U.S. and Non-U.S. Companies
- Aug 03, 2017
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President Trump Signs Sanctions Legislation Targeting Russia, North Korea and Iran, Creating New Compliance Risks for U.S. and Non-U.S. Companies
President Trump recently signed into law H.R. 3364, the “Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act.” The law significantly expands U.S. sanctions targeting Russia and restricts President Trump’s ability to lift them…
OFAC Breaks New Ground By Penalizing Non-U.S. Companies for Making U.S. Dollar Payments Involving a Sanctioned Country
- Jul 28, 2017
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OFAC Breaks New Ground By Penalizing Non-U.S. Companies for Making U.S. Dollar Payments Involving a Sanctioned Country
On July 27, 2017, the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a $12 million settlement with two Singapore-based companies over their use of U.S. dollar payments in connection with providing…
China’s Insurance Regulator Issues Revised Draft Measures for the Administration of Equity Interests
- Jul 31, 2017
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China’s Insurance Regulator Issues Revised Draft Measures for the Administration of Equity Interests
In December 2016, the China Insurance Company Regulatory Commission (CIRC) released draft measures for the administration of equity interests in insurance companies, as we noted in previous updates here and here. On July 20, CIRC…
Steve Williams Discusses Activism Defense With The Deal
- Jul 27, 2017
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Steve Williams Discusses Activism Defense With The Deal
In this video, corporate partner Steve Williams speaks with The Deal’s Ron Orol about activist defense, including strategies for activist preparedness.
David Huntington and Roberto Gonzalez Quoted in Compliance Reporter Article on Treasury Report on Financial Regulatory Reform
- Jul 10, 2017
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David Huntington and Roberto Gonzalez Quoted in Compliance Reporter Article on Treasury Report on Financial Regulatory Reform
Partners David Huntington and Roberto Gonzalez were quoted in a Compliance Reporter article discussing the U.S. Department of Treasury’s first of four reports recommending reforms to financial regulation.
Jeff Marell Discusses Delaware Appraisal Decisions with The Deal
- Jul 20, 2017
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Jeff Marell Discusses Delaware Appraisal Decisions with The Deal
In this video, Jeff Marell, corporate partner and co-head of the Mergers and Acquisitions Practice, speaks with The Deal’s David Marcus about recent Delaware Court of Chancery decisions in Petsmart and SWS Group and their impact on…
CFPB Adopts a Ban on Arbitration Clauses that Prevent Class Action Litigation
- Jul 19, 2017
- Publications
CFPB Adopts a Ban on Arbitration Clauses that Prevent Class Action Litigation
In a sweeping new rule published today in the Federal Register, the CFPB barred providers of consumer financial products and services from entering into or enforcing contracts that include arbitration clauses precluding class action…
M&A at a Glance (July 2017)
- Jul 17, 2017
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M&A at a Glance (July 2017)
In this month’s M&A At a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of June.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2017
- Jul 17, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2017
M&A activity generally declined in June 2017, both in terms of deal volume and number of deals.
Jonathan Kanter to Participate at CWAG Annual Meeting
- Jul 30, 2017
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Jonathan Kanter to Participate at CWAG Annual Meeting
Antitrust partner Jonathan Kanter will speak on a panel at the Conference of Western Attorneys General (CWAG) annual meeting.
The European Union Publishes Its Final Prospectus Regulation
- Jul 11, 2017
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The European Union Publishes Its Final Prospectus Regulation
On June 30, 2017, the final text of a new EU regulation entitled “Regulation on the prospectus to be published when securities are being offered to public or admitted to trading on a regulated market” (the “Prospectus Regulation”)was…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 10, 2017
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2017.
SEC Permits All Issuers to Submit Certain Registration Statements on a Confidential Basis
- Jul 07, 2017
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SEC Permits All Issuers to Submit Certain Registration Statements on a Confidential Basis
The SEC will allow all issuers to submit for review IPO draft registration statements and certain other registrations on a confidential basis beginning July 10.
Treasury Issues Report Outlining Reforms to U.S. Banking Regulation
- Jun 20, 2017
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Treasury Issues Report Outlining Reforms to U.S. Banking Regulation
The Treasury Department recently issued the first of four reports in response to President Trump’s February executive order setting forth “Core Principles” intended to guide U.S. financial regulatory system reform. This first report…
Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School
- Jun 03, 2017
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Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School
London partner Alvaro Membrillera held a seminar on the legal aspects of private equity for more than 60 MBA students. The event took place at the London Business School on June 3.
M&A at a Glance (June 2017)
- Jun 15, 2017
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M&A at a Glance (June 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of May.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2017
- Jun 15, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2017
M&A activity showed mixed results in May 2017, both in terms of deal volume and number of deals.
House Approves Financial CHOICE Act
- Jun 12, 2017
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House Approves Financial CHOICE Act
On June 8, the House of Representatives passed a revised version of the Financial CHOICE Act that would repeal or modify significant portions of the Dodd-Frank Act and address a wide range of other financial regulations.
PCAOB Adopts New Audit Standard Requiring Disclosure of Critical Audit Matters
- Jun 09, 2017
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PCAOB Adopts New Audit Standard Requiring Disclosure of Critical Audit Matters
On June 1, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board adopted a new audit standard requiring disclosure of “critical audit matters” in the auditor’s report. The new audit standard is subject to approval by the SEC.
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Vote Coercive and Insufficient to Cleanse Board Action
- Jun 08, 2017
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Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Vote Coercive and Insufficient to Cleanse Board Action
In a recent decision, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that a stockholder vote approving both stock issuances and the grant of a voting proxy to the company’s largest stockholder was “structurally coerced” and therefore…
Recent Delaware Court of Chancery Appraisal Decisions Continue to Highlight Reliance on Deal Price to Determine Fair Value Absent a Problematic Sale Process
- Jun 05, 2017
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Recent Delaware Court of Chancery Appraisal Decisions Continue to Highlight Reliance on Deal Price to Determine Fair Value Absent a Problematic Sale Process
Two decisions by the Delaware Court of Chancery in the past two weeks reached seemingly disparate outcomes on fair value for the companies involved, but together stand for the general trend of recent appraisal decisions that deal…
Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell to Participate at The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
- Jun 05, 2017
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Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell to Participate at The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
Corporate partners Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell will participate at The Deal’s upcoming conference, “Corporate Governance 2017: Navigating New Challenges to Value Creation.”
Scott Barshay and Stephen Lamb to Participate at PLI Seminar on Delaware Law Developments
- Jul 21, 2017
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Scott Barshay and Stephen Lamb to Participate at PLI Seminar on Delaware Law Developments
Corporate partner Scott Barshay and litigation partner Stephen Lamb will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s Delaware Law Developments 2017: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know seminar.
May 2017: Private Equity Digest
- May 22, 2017
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May 2017: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss appraisal risk in private equity transactions and possible ways to address this risk.
Robert Fleder Participates on ABA’s Tax Section Lecture Panel
- May 18, 2017
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Robert Fleder Participates on ABA’s Tax Section Lecture Panel
Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation partner Robert Fleder spoke on a panel about “Partnership Equity-Based Compensation” at the May meeting of the American Bar Association’s Tax Section in Washington, D.C. hosted by the…
Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Roundtable on Empirical Methods in Intellectual Property
- May 18, 2017
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Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Roundtable on Empirical Methods in Intellectual Property
Corporate counsel Jonathan Ashtor participated in the Fourth Annual Roundtable on Empirical Methods in Intellectual Property.
Matthew Abbott Speaks on Trends in the Private Equity Market in Forbes Q&A
- May 19, 2017
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Matthew Abbott Speaks on Trends in the Private Equity Market in Forbes Q&A
In a Q&A for Forbes, corporate partner Matthew Abbott speaks on changes in the private equity market, and addresses mega-buyout funds, the expansion of funds’ geographic focus, the outlook for the economy, and the market’s effect…
Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London
- May 18, 2017
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that Alvaro Gomez de Membrillera Galiana has joined the firm as a partner in its Mergers & Acquisitions Group, resident in the London office.
Secretary Johnson, Rick Rule and Adam Givertz Participate in Seminar on Canada and U.S. Relations
- May 15, 2017
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Secretary Johnson, Rick Rule and Adam Givertz Participate in Seminar on Canada and U.S. Relations
Litigation partners Jeh Johnson and Rick Rule and corporate partner Adam Givertz participated in Paul, Weiss’s lunch seminar in Toronto, “Perspectives on Canada and U.S. Relations.”
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2017
- May 15, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2017
Global M&A activity declined by most measures in April 2017, while the U.S. showed more mixed results.
Brexit Negotiations – Potential Outcomes and Political Context
- May 12, 2017
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Brexit Negotiations – Potential Outcomes and Political Context
As the UK and the EU prepare for upcoming negotiations over a withdrawal agreement and the terms of access by the UK to EU markets for goods and services, it is clear that the parties are extremely far apart, which could have…
Release of UK and EU Negotiating Positions Provides Little Clarity on Brexit Outcome
- May 10, 2017
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Release of UK and EU Negotiating Positions Provides Little Clarity on Brexit Outcome
For many businesses, knowing the contours of the eventual Brexit deal is critical to evaluating what contingency plans may be required and, if required, by what point in time. In this memorandum, we examine the British and EU…
Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Northwestern’s Research Roundtable on Patents and Technology Standards
- May 05, 2017
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Jonathan Ashtor Participates in Northwestern’s Research Roundtable on Patents and Technology Standards
Corporate counsel Jonathan Ashtor participated in Northwestern Pritzker School of Law’s Fifth Annual Research Roundtable on Patents and Technology Standards.
Q1 2017 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- May 04, 2017
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Q1 2017 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
There was a flurry of U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the first quarter of 2017.
Ray Russo to Participate in PLI Seminar on Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings
- May 22, 2017
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Ray Russo to Participate in PLI Seminar on Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings
Corporate partner Raphael Russo will speak at the Practicing Law Institute’s 2017 Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings seminar.
Secretary Johnson to Speak at CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice
- May 01, 2017
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Secretary Johnson to Speak at CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will deliver the keynote address tonight at an event sponsored by the CUNY School of Law’s Sorensen Center for International Peace and Justice.
Betty Yap to Moderate Panel at IFLR Asia Women in Business Law Forum
- Apr 27, 2017
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Betty Yap to Moderate Panel at IFLR Asia Women in Business Law Forum
Corporate partner Betty Yap will moderate a panel at the International Financial Law Review’s Asia Women in Business Law Forum.
M&A at a Glance (April 2017)
- Apr 14, 2017
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M&A at a Glance (April 2017)
Global M&A activity in March 2017 was generally stronger than in February and also outperformed U.S. activity, where a decline in average deal size overshadowed an increase in the number of deals.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, April 2017
- Apr 14, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, April 2017
Global M&A activity was generally stronger in March 2017 and outperformed U.S. activity, where a decline in average deal size overshadowed an increase in the number of deals.
Betty Yap and Hans-Günther Herrmann Co-Author Article on China’s Insurance M&A Reform
- Apr 12, 2017
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Betty Yap and Hans-Günther Herrmann Co-Author Article on China’s Insurance M&A Reform
Corporate partner Betty Yap and counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann co-authored an article in the April issue of China Law & Practice.
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Stockholder Vote on Equity Incentive Plan Ratifies Later Awards
- Apr 11, 2017
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Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Stockholder Vote on Equity Incentive Plan Ratifies Later Awards
In a recent decision in In re Investor Bancorp, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that a fully informed stockholder vote approving adoption of an equity incentive plan also ratified subsequent equity…
SEC Reporting Requirements: Updates and Trends
- Apr 11, 2017
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SEC Reporting Requirements: Updates and Trends
The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a notice with new disclosure requirements that further modernize reporting standards.
SEC Issues Statements Following Recent Conflict Minerals Decision
- Apr 10, 2017
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SEC Issues Statements Following Recent Conflict Minerals Decision
Following a recent judgment by the D.C. District Court finding that certain provisions of the SEC’s “conflict minerals” disclosure rule violate companies’ First Amendment rights, the SEC has indicated that it will not enforce those…
Brexit: Britain Formally Enters Uncharted Waters
- Apr 04, 2017
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Brexit: Britain Formally Enters Uncharted Waters
Nine months after the British voted to withdraw from the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May has provided formal notification of the country’s intention to begin the mandated two-year period of negotiation to effect that…
Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Apply 'Corwin' to Dismiss Post-Merger Claims against Directors in Stockholder-Approved Merger
- Apr 04, 2017
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Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Apply 'Corwin' to Dismiss Post-Merger Claims against Directors in Stockholder-Approved Merger
In a recent decision in In re Saba Software, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery demonstrates the limits of the application of the business judgment rule under Corwin v. KKR Financial Holdings LLC. The court…
Rick Rule to Participate at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Conference
- May 18, 2017
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Rick Rule to Participate at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Conference
Litigation partner Rick Rule will speak at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures conference.
Ross Fieldston Participates in Tulane University Law School’s Annual Corporate Law Institute
- Mar 30, 2017
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Ross Fieldston Participates in Tulane University Law School’s Annual Corporate Law Institute
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston participated in a panel at Tulane University Law School’s 29th Annual Corporate Law Institute.
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
- Jul 10, 2017
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Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 18th Annual Private Equity Forum.
Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Decision Permitting Merger Termination Based on Failure to Satisfy Tax Opinion Covenant
- Mar 27, 2017
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Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Decision Permitting Merger Termination Based on Failure to Satisfy Tax Opinion Covenant
In a 4-1 split decision in The Williams Cos., Inc. v. Energy Transfer Equity, L.P., et al., the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancery’s decision permitting termination of a merger agreement by the acquirer based on the …
SEC Adopts T+2 Settlement Cycle for Securities Transactions
- Mar 23, 2017
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SEC Adopts T+2 Settlement Cycle for Securities Transactions
On March 22, 2017, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted, as proposed, an amendment to Rule 15c6-1(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to shorten by one business day the standard settlement cycle for most…
M&A at a Glance (March 2017)
- Mar 15, 2017
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M&A at a Glance (March 2017)
M&A activity generally declined in February 2017, both globally and in the U.S. Total deal volume, as measured by dollar value, decreased globally by 30.1% to $202.45 billion, and in the U.S. by 3.7% to $106.47 billion.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2017
- Mar 15, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2017
M&A activity generally declined in February 2017, with total deal volume and the number of transactions falling in the U.S. and globally.
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
- Mar 15, 2017
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Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell will take part in the Asian Venture Capital Journal’s annual China Private Equity & Venture Forum.
Robert Schumer Examines a New Paradigm for Corporate Governance at NYU Law
- Mar 09, 2017
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Robert Schumer Examines a New Paradigm for Corporate Governance at NYU Law
Corporate partner Robert Schumer participated in a panel discussion titled “A New Paradigm for Corporate Governance,” hosted by the NYU Law School’s Institute for Corporate Governance and Finance.
Law Firm Leaders Send Letter to OMB in Support of Funding For Legal Aid Agency
- Mar 13, 2017
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Law Firm Leaders Send Letter to OMB in Support of Funding For Legal Aid Agency
As reported in The Wall Street Journal and The American Lawyer, Paul, Weiss is among six major law firms spearheading an initiative to prevent cuts to the Legal Services Corp. (LSC)’s budget that would affect LSC’s ability to provide…
Secretary Jeh Johnson Addresses the Oxford Union
- Mar 08, 2017
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Secretary Jeh Johnson Addresses the Oxford Union
Secretary Johnson delivered a keynote speech to a capacity audience at the Oxford Union on March 8.
Current and Former Paul, Weiss Attorneys Celebrate the Paul, Weiss Alumni Network
- Mar 07, 2017
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Current and Former Paul, Weiss Attorneys Celebrate the Paul, Weiss Alumni Network
Paul, Weiss is a close-knit community with a distinct culture and shared values. In this video from our Alumni Reception, current and former Paul, Weiss lawyers share their thoughts on the firm and their ongoing connections to its…
Peter Jaffe Quoted in GIR Article on DOJ’s New Guidance on Corporate Compliance
- Feb 24, 2017
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Peter Jaffe Quoted in GIR Article on DOJ’s New Guidance on Corporate Compliance
Counsel Peter Jaffe was quoted in a Global Investigations Review “Just Anti-Corruption” article addressing a new set of questions the U.S. Department of Justice may ask when evaluating the strength of a company’s compliance program.
Gitanjali Workman Participates on Women’s Panel Hosted by Duke WLSA
- Feb 27, 2017
- Events
Gitanjali Workman Participates on Women’s Panel Hosted by Duke WLSA
Corporate counsel Gitanjali Workman spoke on a panel sponsored by Duke University’s Women Law Students Association (WSLA).
Paul, Weiss Hosts Seminar Series on U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Feb 07, 2017
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Seminar Series on U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
Corporate partners Christopher Cummings, Andrew Foley, Adam Givertz and Ted Maynard and litigation partners Susanna Buergel and Roberto Gonzalez participated in Paul, Weiss's annual seminar series, "U.S. Legal Developments…
Udi Grofman to Speak at Maples Investment Funds Forum
- Feb 23, 2017
- Events
Udi Grofman to Speak at Maples Investment Funds Forum
Corporate partner Udi Grofman will speak at the upcoming Maples Investment Funds Forum conference.
President and Congress Eliminate SEC Resource Extraction Rule
- Feb 15, 2017
- Publications
President and Congress Eliminate SEC Resource Extraction Rule
On February 14, President Trump signed a joint resolution of Congress passed under the Congressional Review Act eliminating an SEC rule requiring resource extraction issuers to disclose payments made to the U.S. or foreign…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, February 2017
- Feb 15, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, February 2017
M&A activity showed mixed results in January 2017, with the global market generally down and the U.S. market generally up.
Client Alert: Draft Regulations Set to Change Landscape of Investments in Chinese Insurance Companies
- Feb 14, 2017
- Publications
Client Alert: Draft Regulations Set to Change Landscape of Investments in Chinese Insurance Companies
On December 29, the China Insurance Regulatory Commission released draft measures for the Administration of Equity Interests in Insurance Companies. The measures, expected to be finalized and implemented soon, will affect future…
Brexit – Next Steps and Political Implications
- Feb 13, 2017
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Brexit – Next Steps and Political Implications
Brexit has moved one step closer, as Britain's lower house of Parliament has passed legislation to allow Prime Minister Theresa May to officially begin the process.
Client Alert: SEC Lists the Five Most Frequent Compliance Topics Identified in Examinations of Investment Advisers
- Feb 08, 2017
- Publications
Client Alert: SEC Lists the Five Most Frequent Compliance Topics Identified in Examinations of Investment Advisers
On February 7, the SEC's Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations identified five areas of compliance deficiencies or weaknesses frequently found during the staff's examinations of registered investment advisers. In the…
Claudia Tobler Examines Environmental Claims and Obligations in Bankruptcy
- Feb 08, 2017
- Events
Claudia Tobler Examines Environmental Claims and Obligations in Bankruptcy
The tension between environmental regulation and bankruptcy law makes environmental liability an issue that must be considered as part of any bankruptcy strategy.
Jacob Adlerstein Featured in Upcoming PLI Panels on Distressed Debt, Restructurings and Workouts
- Feb 01, 2017
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Jacob Adlerstein Featured in Upcoming PLI Panels on Distressed Debt, Restructurings and Workouts
Bankruptcy partner Jacob Adlerstein will speak on three panels at the Practising Law Institute's upcoming seminar, titled "Recent Developments in Distressed Debt, Restructurings and Workouts 2017."
Judie Ng Shortell Examines Global Trends Fueling Chinese Deal Activity
- Jan 17, 2017
- Publications
Judie Ng Shortell Examines Global Trends Fueling Chinese Deal Activity
In a Q&A titled "M&A Madness," corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell discusses the hottest trends fueling Chinese deal activity, solutions to top regulatory issues and vital tips for foreign and domestic M&A parties.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2016 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 17, 2017
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2016 Year-End Roundup
2016 was an active year for M&A, though year-end results did not surpass the records set in 2015.
Valerie Radwaner and Jeremy Benjamin to Discuss Strategies for Countering Implicit Bias at NYSBA Annual Meeting
- Jan 26, 2017
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Valerie Radwaner and Jeremy Benjamin to Discuss Strategies for Countering Implicit Bias at NYSBA Annual Meeting
Deputy chair Valerie Radwaner and litigation associate Jeremy Benjamin will discuss implicit bias in the legal profession and practical strategies to counter its effects at the New York State Bar Association's upcoming annual meeting.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Complaint Seeking Quasi-Appraisal Remedy Based on Post-Closing Disclosure Claims
- Jan 06, 2017
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Complaint Seeking Quasi-Appraisal Remedy Based on Post-Closing Disclosure Claims
In In re United Capital Corp. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery granted the defendants' motion to dismiss a complaint filed by a former minority stockholder of United Capital Corporation seeking "quasi-appraisal" …
Client Alert: Reported Foreign Exchange Restrictions in China Affect Outward Remittances
- Dec 20, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Reported Foreign Exchange Restrictions in China Affect Outward Remittances
Chinese media have recently reported delays in remittance of funds for outbound direct investment transactions, as well as certain other forms of repatriations of funds out of China due to enhanced enforcement of foreign exchange…
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (December 2016)
- Dec 16, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (December 2016)
After the spike in activity due to megadeals in October, M&A activity returned in November to more normalized levels both in deal volume and number of deals. Total deal volume in the U.S. and globally declined in November…
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on China’s Foreign Direct Investment Reform
- Dec 05, 2016
- Events
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on China’s Foreign Direct Investment Reform
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann gave a seminar to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong on recent trends and developments in China's Foreign Direct Investment and Foreign Invested Enterprises reforms.
Brad Karp Featured in Forbes
- Dec 12, 2016
- Publications
Brad Karp Featured in Forbes
Paul, Weiss chair Brad Karp discussed how the firm has managed to generate 20 consecutive years of revenue and profitability growth in a Forbes Q&A.
Ryan McNaughton to Address Esoteric Asset Securitization at PLI Seminar
- Dec 14, 2016
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Ryan McNaughton to Address Esoteric Asset Securitization at PLI Seminar
Corporate counsel Ryan McNaughton will discuss esoteric asset securitization at the Practising Law Institute's "New Developments in Securitization" seminar on December 14 in New York City.
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Three New Partners
- Dec 02, 2016
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Three New Partners
Paul, Weiss has announced that three new partners have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2017: David M. Klein, Brian C. Lavin and Richard C. Tarlowe. All are resident in Paul, Weiss's New York office.
Client Alert: ISS and Glass Lewis Publish 2017 U.S. Voting Policies
- Dec 02, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: ISS and Glass Lewis Publish 2017 U.S. Voting Policies
U.S. proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis recently issued their respective voting policies for the 2017 proxy season. In this client memorandum, we summarize key policy changes. The changes show a consensus in approach…
The CFPB Issues Guidance on Effective Compliance Oversight Over Sales and Other Incentives
- Dec 01, 2016
- Publications
The CFPB Issues Guidance on Effective Compliance Oversight Over Sales and Other Incentives
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently published a bulletin outlining a demanding compliance standard for companies that use incentive programs as part of employees' compensation arrangements. In light of the bulletin and…
Brexit – Legal Developments and Political Uncertainty
- Dec 01, 2016
- Videos
Brexit – Legal Developments and Political Uncertainty
The uncertainty around Brexit has only increased in the wake of the U.K. High Court's recent ruling that the process cannot begin without approval from Parliament.
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2017
- Nov 22, 2016
- Publications
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2017
Below is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2017. The calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser. Please note that any…
M&A at a Glance (November 2016)
- Nov 15, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (November 2016)
M&A volume in October 2016 increased to record levels, as measured by total dollar value, largely due to a spike in the number of megadeals, with eight October deals valued at or above $10 billion dollars. Total deal volume…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, November 2016
- Nov 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, November 2016
M&A volume increased to record levels in October 2016, largely due to eight megadeals valued at $10 billion or more.
Q3 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Nov 10, 2016
- Videos
Q3 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partner Andrew Foley, a member of the Canadian Practice Group, discusses third-quarter U.S. legal developments that could impact Canadian companies and their advisors, including increased scrutiny of…
Client Alert: High Court Rules U.K. Government Cannot Trigger Brexit Without Parliamentary Authorization
- Nov 03, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: High Court Rules U.K. Government Cannot Trigger Brexit Without Parliamentary Authorization
The U.K. High Court today held that the U.K. Secretary of State does not have the power to give notice pursuant to Article 50 of the Treaty on the European Union for the nation to withdraw from the European Union. According …
Client Alert: Embraer SA Pays $205 Million to the SEC and DOJ to Settle FCPA Violations
- Nov 01, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Embraer SA Pays $205 Million to the SEC and DOJ to Settle FCPA Violations
On October 24, 2016, U.S. authorities announced that Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer SA agreed to pay more than $205 million to resolve violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act's anti-bribery, books and records and …
Hans-Günther Herrmann and Jack Sun Co-Author Article on China’s FIE Reform, China Law & Practice
- Oct 31, 2016
- Publications
Hans-Günther Herrmann and Jack Sun Co-Author Article on China’s FIE Reform, China Law & Practice
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann and associate Jack Sun co-authored an article in the November/December issue of China Law & Practice.
Transactional Real Estate: Greater Clarity Needed for New HVCRE Regulations
- Oct 18, 2016
- Publications
Transactional Real Estate: Greater Clarity Needed for New HVCRE Regulations
Real estate partners Mitchell Berg and Peter Fisch published their quarterly Transactional Real Estate column in the October 18 issue of the New York Law Journal.
M&A at a Glance (October 2016)
- Oct 14, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (October 2016)
M&A activity in September 2016 rebounded across most metrics as compared to August 2016, both in the U.S. and globally.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, October 2016
- Oct 14, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, October 2016
M&A activity rebounded across most metrics in September 2016, both in the U.S. and globally.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Applies Business Judgment Rule to Going-Private Transaction Based on 'M&F Worldwide'
- Oct 13, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Applies Business Judgment Rule to Going-Private Transaction Based on 'M&F Worldwide'
In In re Books-A-Million, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed the fiduciary duty claims of former minority stockholders following a going-private, squeeze-out merger because the transaction…
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Disclosure Claims for Failure to Show Disloyalty or Bad Faith
- Oct 04, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Disclosure Claims for Failure to Show Disloyalty or Bad Faith
In Nguyen v. Barrett, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed post-closing claims that the board acted disloyally or in bad faith by failing to make the challenged disclosures.
Lawrence Witdorchic to Participate in PLI Seminar on Tax Strategies
- Nov 02, 2016
- Events
Lawrence Witdorchic to Participate in PLI Seminar on Tax Strategies
Employee benefits partner Lawrence Witdorchic will take part in a panel discussion at a Practising Law Institute seminar entitled "Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings,…
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at ALM Corporate Counsel Forum
- Sep 20, 2016
- Events
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at ALM Corporate Counsel Forum
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell will take part in ALM's annual Corporate Counsel Forum Beijing.
Scott Barshay to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics for In-House Counsel Event
- Oct 05, 2016
- Events
Scott Barshay to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics for In-House Counsel Event
Corporate partner Scott Barshay will speak at the Practising Law Institute's "Hot Topics for In-House Counsel" seminar.
Corporate Partners Contribute Article to The CLS Blue Sky Blog
- Sep 07, 2016
- Publications
Corporate Partners Contribute Article to The CLS Blue Sky Blog
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Ariel Deckelbaum, Ross Fieldston, Stephen Lamb and Jeffrey Marell co-authored a client memorandum that was featured on The CLS Blue Sky Blog, Columbia Law School's blog on corporations and capital…
Kaye Yoshino to Speak at ABA’s International Law Conference in Japan
- Oct 18, 2016
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Kaye Yoshino to Speak at ABA’s International Law Conference in Japan
Corporate partner Kaye Yoshino will take part in the 2016 Fall Meeting of the American Bar Association's Section of International Law.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Merger Challenge Due to Fully Informed Stockholder Approval
- Sep 01, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Merger Challenge Due to Fully Informed Stockholder Approval
In Larkin v. Shah issued last week, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a stockholder challenge to a merger due to the cleansing effect of fully informed stockholder approval, applying the Delaware Supreme Court's recent…
Client Alert: Amendments to the HSR Rules Including Allowing Submission of HSR Filings via DVD
- Aug 29, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Amendments to the HSR Rules Including Allowing Submission of HSR Filings via DVD
On August 26, 2016, the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") approved several final amendments to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Premerger Notification Rules ("HSR Rules"), the most notable of which permits the submission of HSR Notification…
Alice Eaton to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics in M&A Seminar
- Oct 13, 2016
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Alice Eaton to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics in M&A Seminar
Bankruptcy partner Alice Eaton will participate in a panel discussion at the Practising Law Institute's Hot Topics in Mergers & Acquisitions seminar.
M&A at a Glance (August 2016)
- Aug 15, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (August 2016)
M&A activity declined by most measures in July 2016. Deal volume, as measured by dollar value, decreased in the U.S. by 25.8% to $126.52 billion, and globally by 2.3% to $326.23 billion. The total number of deals…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, August 2016
- Aug 15, 2016
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, August 2016
M&A activity declined by most measures in July 2016. In this video, corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum discusses the latest changes in U.S., global and sponsor-related M&A activity.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times on Decline in U.S. Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers
- Aug 02, 2016
- Publications
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times on Decline in U.S. Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article titled "US Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers Plunge After Trulia Ruling."
Ray Russo to Speak at PLI’s Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings Seminar
- Aug 01, 2016
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Ray Russo to Speak at PLI’s Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings Seminar
Corporate partner Ray Russo will participate in a panel discussion at the Practising Law Institute's "Private Placements and Hybrid Securities Offerings" seminar.
Udi Grofman to Speak at PLI’s Hedge Fund Management Program
- Sep 15, 2016
- Events
Udi Grofman to Speak at PLI’s Hedge Fund Management Program
Corporate partner Udi Grofman will participate in a panel discussion at the Practising Law Institute's Hedge Fund Management seminar.
Client Alert: SEC Proposes Updates to Rationalize Disclosure Requirements
- Jul 21, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: SEC Proposes Updates to Rationalize Disclosure Requirements
On July 13, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission proposed amendments to certain of its disclosure requirements that may have become redundant, duplicative, overlapping, outdated or superseded, in light of other SEC…
Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit
- Jul 15, 2016
- Publications
Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article, titled "UK M&A Opportunities Open up After Brexit," which discusses whether falling share prices and the devaluation of sterling is lifting…
Transactional Real Estate: Exceptions in Rights of First Refusal Provisions
- Jul 13, 2016
- Publications
Transactional Real Estate: Exceptions in Rights of First Refusal Provisions
Real estate partners Mitchell Berg and Peter Fisch published their quarterly Transactional Real Estate column in the July 13 issue of the New York Law Journal.
Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations
- Jul 12, 2016
- Publications
Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations
London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir co-authored a client memorandum, titled "Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies," that was featured in the July issues of Insights: The…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2016
- Jul 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2016
M&A activity in June 2016 was relatively flat, compared to the last two months. In this video, corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum discusses the latest changes in U.S., global and sponsor-related M&A activity.
SEC Proposes Rules on Business Continuity and Transition Plans for Investment Advisers
- Jul 13, 2016
- Publications
SEC Proposes Rules on Business Continuity and Transition Plans for Investment Advisers
On June 28, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") proposed a new rule [1] requiring SEC registered investment advisers ("advisers") to adopt and implement a business continuity and transition plan (a "BCTP") to …
Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies
- Jul 12, 2016
- Publications
Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies
In the short period since the June 23 UK referendum on whether to remain in, or leave, the European Union, the United Kingdom has faced a remarkable range of political, monetary, economic and even constitutional…
Stephen Lamb and Jacqueline Rubin To Discuss Recent Developments in Delaware Law
- Aug 12, 2016
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Stephen Lamb and Jacqueline Rubin To Discuss Recent Developments in Delaware Law
Litigation partners Judge Stephen Lamb and Jacqueline Rubin will participate in a Practicing Law Institute full-day seminar titled "Delaware Law Developments 2016: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know."
Corporate Partners Co-Author Article on the Delaware Court of Chancery’s Ruling in In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation
- Jul 06, 2016
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Corporate Partners Co-Author Article on the Delaware Court of Chancery’s Ruling in In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Ariel Deckelbaum, Ross Fieldston, Stephen Lamb and Jeffrey Marell authored a client memorandum, titled "Expansion of the BJR to Stockholder Approval of 'Medium Form' Mergers."
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Tendering Stockholders in a “Medium Form” Merger Have the Same Cleansing Effect as
- Jul 05, 2016
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Tendering Stockholders in a “Medium Form” Merger Have the Same Cleansing Effect as
In In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that the acceptance of a first-step tender offer by fully informed, disinterested, uncoerced stockholders representing a majority of a…
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Outside Counsel’s Refusal to Render Tax Opinion Required for Closing of Merger Was in Good Faith and Permits Termination of Merger Agreement
- Jun 29, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Outside Counsel’s Refusal to Render Tax Opinion Required for Closing of Merger Was in Good Faith and Permits Termination of Merger Agreement
In The Williams Companies, Inc. v. Energy Transfer Equity, L.P., et al., the Delaware Court of Chancery held that an acquirer in a merger did not fail to use "commercially reasonable efforts" to obtain a tax opinion from its tax…
Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann Co-Author USA Chapter of The Strategic View - Corporate Restructuring
- Jun 28, 2016
- Publications
Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann Co-Author USA Chapter of The Strategic View - Corporate Restructuring
Bankruptcy partners Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann co-authored the "USA" chapter in the 2016 edition of The Strategic View - Corporate Restructuring, published by the Global Legal Group, Ltd., London.
Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?
- Jul 06, 2016
- Publications
Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?
On June 23, 2016 voters in the United Kingdom were asked in a referendum whether the UK should remain a member of the European Union or leave the EU. By a vote of 51.9% to 48.1%, the voters opted to leave.
Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Co-Author USA Chapter of Corporate Recovery & Insolvency Guide
- Jun 24, 2016
- Publications
Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm Co-Author USA Chapter of Corporate Recovery & Insolvency Guide
Bankruptcy partners Alan Kornberg and Elizabeth McColm co-authored the "USA" chapter in the 2016 edition of The International Comparative Legal Guide to Corporate Recovery & Insolvency, published by the Global Legal Group Ltd,…
Litigation Partners Author Article on Dell Appraisal Decision
- Jun 21, 2016
- Publications
Litigation Partners Author Article on Dell Appraisal Decision
Litigation partners Lewis Clayton and Stephen Lamb co-authored a client memorandum that was featured on the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation website.
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Private Equity Forum
- Jun 29, 2016
- Events
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will participate in a panel discussion at the Practising Law Institute's Private Equity Forum.
SEC Increases “Qualified Client” Net Worth Threshold
- Jun 17, 2016
- Publications
SEC Increases “Qualified Client” Net Worth Threshold
On June 14, 2016, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission increased the net worth test threshold for "qualified clients" under Rule 205-3 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended, from $2 million to $2.1 million.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2016
- Jun 15, 2016
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2016
The M&A market continued to stabilize in May 2016, after a slow start to the year.
Brad Karp Delivers Keynote at Bloomberg BNA’s Big Law Business Summit
- Jun 09, 2016
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Brad Karp Delivers Keynote at Bloomberg BNA’s Big Law Business Summit
Firm chair Brad Karp delivered the keynote address at Bloomberg BNA's second annual Big Law Business Summit.
Q1 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jun 08, 2016
- Videos
Q1 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partner Andrew Foley, a member of the Canadian Practice Group, examines first-quarter U.S. legal developments that could impact Canadian companies and their advisors, including the Delaware Court of…
Alan Halperin Delivers 2016 Mortimer Hess Memorial Lecture Series
- May 23, 2016
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Alan Halperin Delivers 2016 Mortimer Hess Memorial Lecture Series
Personal representation partner Alan Halperin presented the New York City Bar Association's 2016 Mortimer H. Hess Memorial Lecture.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Board’s Decision to Disregard Speculative Projections Did Not Support Claim of Bad Faith
- May 25, 2016
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Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Board’s Decision to Disregard Speculative Projections Did Not Support Claim of Bad Faith
In In re Chelsea Therapeutics International Ltd. Stockholder Litigation, the Court of Chancery dismissed claims that the board of a target company acted in bad faith and breached its duty of loyalty by instructing its financial…
M&A at a Glance (May 2016)
- May 16, 2016
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M&A at a Glance (May 2016)
The M&A market was mixed in April 2016, with the U.S. market generally faring better than the global market.
Peter Jaffe to Participate in Panel at SEC/DOJ Enforcement Event
- May 25, 2016
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Peter Jaffe to Participate in Panel at SEC/DOJ Enforcement Event
Counsel Peter Jaffe will speak on a panel at the annual SEC/DOJ Enforcement Update.
Peter Jaffe to Participate in Compliance Week Conference
- May 22, 2016
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Peter Jaffe to Participate in Compliance Week Conference
Counsel Peter Jaffe will speak on two panels at the 2016 Compliance Week conference. The first discussion, titled "Compliance Officer as Strategic Business Partner," will look at how the value of compliance can go far beyond…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2016
- May 16, 2016
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Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2016
The M&A market was mixed in April 2016, with the U.S. market generally faring better than the global market.
Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Aiding and Abetting Claim against Financial Advisor Where Merger is Approved by Fully Informed, Disinterested Stockholder Vote
- May 12, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Aiding and Abetting Claim against Financial Advisor Where Merger is Approved by Fully Informed, Disinterested Stockholder Vote
In Singh v. Attenborough, the Delaware Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of breach of fiduciary duty claims against directors of a target corporation and aiding and abetting claims against the target's financial advisor in…
Paul, Weiss Adds Experienced Compliance Counsel to FCPA Practice
- May 10, 2016
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Adds Experienced Compliance Counsel to FCPA Practice
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that Peter Jaffe has joined the firm as counsel in its Washington, D.C. office, expanding the firm's deep bench of skilled United States Foreign Corrupt Practices Act…
Client Alert: CFPB Proposes a Ban on Arbitration Clauses That Prevent Class Action Litigation
- May 09, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: CFPB Proposes a Ban on Arbitration Clauses That Prevent Class Action Litigation
On May 5, 2016, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released a 377-page notice of proposed rulemaking that would prohibit, going forward, banks and a variety of other companies from including in contracts arbitration…
Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino Co-Author Article on PIPEs in Law360
- May 05, 2016
- Publications
Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino Co-Author Article on PIPEs in Law360
Corporate partners Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino co-authored an article that appeared in the May 5 issue of Law360.
Client Alert: Financial Regulators Propose Incentive Compensation Rules under Dodd-Frank
- Apr 27, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Financial Regulators Propose Incentive Compensation Rules under Dodd-Frank
On April 21, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Federal Housing…
Meredith Kane Contributes U.S. Chapter in The Real Estate Law Review
- Apr 22, 2016
- Publications
Meredith Kane Contributes U.S. Chapter in The Real Estate Law Review
Real estate partner Meredith Kane authored the "United States" chapter in the latest edition ofThe Real Estate Law Review, an international legal reference publication covering developments in real estate law in 33…
Transactional Real Estate: Pension Fund Investments in Real Estate
- Apr 20, 2016
- Publications
Transactional Real Estate: Pension Fund Investments in Real Estate
Partners Andrew Gaines and Peter Fisch co-authored an article appearing in the Paul, Weiss transactional real estate column of the April 20 issue of the New York Law Journal.
Ross Fieldston Discusses Shareholder Activism With The Deal
- Apr 21, 2016
- Videos
Ross Fieldston Discusses Shareholder Activism With The Deal
In this video, corporate partner Ross Fieldston speaks with The Deal's David Marcus at the 28th annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute, one of the premier corporate and securities law conferences in the U.S.
Kelley Cornish to Discuss Out-of-Court Restructurings at American Bankruptcy Institute Conference
- May 12, 2016
- Events
Kelley Cornish to Discuss Out-of-Court Restructurings at American Bankruptcy Institute Conference
Bankruptcy partner Kelley Cornish will participate in a panel discussion at the American Bankruptcy Institute's New York City Bankruptcy Conference.
Alex Oh to Participate in ACI’s China Forum on Anti-Corruption
- Jun 15, 2016
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Alex Oh to Participate in ACI’s China Forum on Anti-Corruption
Litigation partner Alex Oh will moderate a panel discussion at the American Conference Institute's 9th China Forum on Anti-Corruption.
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (April 2016)
- Apr 18, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (April 2016)
Despite an encouraging February, M&A activity in March 2016 resumed its recent downtrend across all metrics, both in the U.S. and globally.
Significant U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments for Canadian Companies
- Apr 14, 2016
- Videos
Significant U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments for Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partner Andrew Foley, a member of the Canadian Practice Group, discusses recent U.S. legal and regulatory developments that could have significant effects on Canadian companies and their advisors.
Mitchell Berg and Peter Fisch Author Article in Spring Issue of Commercial Insight
- Apr 12, 2016
- Publications
Mitchell Berg and Peter Fisch Author Article in Spring Issue of Commercial Insight
Real estate partners Mitchell Berg and Peter Fisch authored an article in the Spring issue of First American Title's Commercial Insight.
Jeff Samuels Quoted on New Inversion Rules in The Wall Street Journal
- Apr 07, 2016
- Publications
Jeff Samuels Quoted on New Inversion Rules in The Wall Street Journal
Tax partner Jeffrey Samuels was quoted in an April 7 article in The Wall Street Journal, titled "New Inversion Rules Draw Concerns Outside U.S."
Client Memo: New Sun Capital Ruling Considers ERISA Obligations of Private
- Apr 05, 2016
- Publications
Client Memo: New Sun Capital Ruling Considers ERISA Obligations of Private
Private equity funds should consider the impact of a March 28 lower court decision in the Sun Capital case, which may increase the risk that funds will be held responsible for ERISA obligations of portfolio companies.
Client Memo: M&A at a Glance (March 2016)
- Mar 15, 2016
- Publications
Client Memo: M&A at a Glance (March 2016)
Following a contraction in December and January, broader M&A activity showed signs of recovery in February 2016.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2016
- Mar 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2016
Following a two-month slowdown, M&A activity showed signs of recovery in February 2016.
Paul, Weiss Supports Launch of Women in Law Hong Kong’s Pilot Mentoring Program
- Mar 09, 2016
- Events
Paul, Weiss Supports Launch of Women in Law Hong Kong’s Pilot Mentoring Program
Women In Law Hong Kong (WILHK), hosted a launch event of the first cross-firm mentoring program for legal professionals as part of its commitment to enhancing the profiles, skills and networking opportunities available to women in the …
Jack Lange and Greg Liu to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
- Mar 09, 2016
- Events
Jack Lange and Greg Liu to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
Corporate partners Jack Lange and Greg Liu took part in the Asian Venture Capital Journal's annual Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing.
Jordan Yarett Authors Article in The Journal of Structured Finance
- Mar 07, 2016
- Publications
Jordan Yarett Authors Article in The Journal of Structured Finance
Corporate partner Jordan Yarett authored an article in The Journal of Structured Finance's winter 2016 issue.
Paul, Weiss Supports International Women’s Day in Hong Kong
- Mar 04, 2016
- Events
Paul, Weiss Supports International Women’s Day in Hong Kong
In support of International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8, the Paul, Weiss Hong Kong office participated in The Women's Foundation IWD gala lunch at the Conrad Hotel on March 4.
Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann Co-Author “USA” Chapter in Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Guide
- Mar 02, 2016
- Publications
Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann Co-Author “USA” Chapter in Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Guide
Bankruptcy partners Alan Kornberg and Brian Hermann co-authored the "USA" chapter in the 2016 edition of The Strategic View - Corporate Restructuring, published by the Global Legal Group.
Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman and Amran Hussein to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 06, 2016
- Events
Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman and Amran Hussein to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman, Michael Hong and Amran Hussein will take part in the American Bar Association and the International Bar Association's 17th Annual International Conference on Private Investment Funds.
Marco Masotti to Speak at Global Fund Finance Symposium
- Mar 02, 2016
- Events
Marco Masotti to Speak at Global Fund Finance Symposium
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak at the sixth annual Global Fund Finance Symposium, which will address key developments and trends in the subscription credit facility and fund finance markets.
Bob Zochowski Speaks at ABS Vegas Conference
- Feb 28, 2016
- Events
Bob Zochowski Speaks at ABS Vegas Conference
Corporate partner Bob Zochowski spoke on a panel at the ABS Vegas 2016, the largest capital markets conference in the world.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That a Buyer’s Fraud Claim
- Feb 25, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That a Buyer’s Fraud Claim
In FdG Logistics LLC v. A&R Logistics Holding, Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery held that a seller's disclaimer in a merger agreement of extra-contractual representations and warranties was insufficient to bar a buyer's…
Awards & Recognition
Paul, Weiss Wins NYLJ’s 2020 Innovation Award
- Jun 26, 2020
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Wins NYLJ’s 2020 Innovation Award
Paul, Weiss has been recognized with the New York Law Journal’s 2020 “Innovation Award” as part of the publication’s annual Professional Excellence Awards.
Paul, Weiss Chair Brad Karp Highlights Challenges to Global Legal Industry in The Lawyer’s “U.S. Top 50 2020 Report”
- Jun 17, 2020
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Chair Brad Karp Highlights Challenges to Global Legal Industry in The Lawyer’s “U.S. Top 50 2020 Report”
Paul, Weiss chair Brad Karp marked the publication of The Lawyer’s “U.S. Top 50 2020 Report” by offering, via video, his view of the current global challenges shaping the legal industry.
Paul, Weiss Named a Top Firm for Inclusion Initiatives in Yale Law Women Annual Report
- May 20, 2020
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Named a Top Firm for Inclusion Initiatives in Yale Law Women Annual Report
Paul, Weiss was named one of this year’s “Top Firms for Inclusion Initiatives” by Yale Law Women (YLW) in the group’s 15th annual Top Firms for Gender Equity & Family Friendliness Report, published May 20.
Of Counsel Jerome Cohen Awarded Honorary Doctorate of Law from Yale University
- May 18, 2020
- Awards
Of Counsel Jerome Cohen Awarded Honorary Doctorate of Law from Yale University
On May 18, corporate of counsel Jerome Cohen, a pioneering scholar of Chinese business and human rights law, was presented with his third degree from Yale University: an honorary Doctor of Law.
Betty Yap and Jack Lange Highlighted in Legal 500 Asia Pacific Hall of Fame
- Apr 23, 2020
- Awards
Betty Yap and Jack Lange Highlighted in Legal 500 Asia Pacific Hall of Fame
Corporate partners Betty Yap and Jack Lange were recognized in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific Hall of Fame for their excellent achievement in private equity work in Hong Kong.
KPS Capital Wins “Turnaround Deal of the Year” Award From Buyouts Magazine
- Apr 06, 2020
- Awards
KPS Capital Wins “Turnaround Deal of the Year” Award From Buyouts Magazine
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital won an award for “Turnaround Deal of the Year” from Buyouts magazine for its successful rebuilding of a former portfolio company, Chassis Brakes International Group.
Bob Schumer and Paul Basta Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
- Mar 23, 2020
- Awards
Bob Schumer and Paul Basta Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
Corporate partner Bob Schumer and restructuring partner Paul Basta have been named American Lawyer “Dealmakers of the Year.”
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
- Mar 05, 2020
- Awards
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
Two Paul, Weiss transactions have been named 2019 “Deals of the Year” by the China Business Law Journal. The firm was recognized for its representation of China-based utilities company State Grid International Development Limited in…
Rachael Coffey Profiled by The Deal as a Rising Star
- Feb 05, 2020
- Awards
Rachael Coffey Profiled by The Deal as a Rising Star
Corporate partner Rachael Coffey was profiled by The Deal as a “Rising Star” in the ranks of M&A lawyers at major law firms.
Paul, Weiss to Receive Empire State Counsel Honor
- Jan 24, 2020
- Awards
Paul, Weiss to Receive Empire State Counsel Honor
Paul, Weiss will receive the “Empire State Counsel” honor by the New York State Bar Association at the upcoming Justice for All Luncheon.
Law360 Recognizes Two Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
- Jan 15, 2020
- Awards
Law360 Recognizes Two Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
Paul, Weiss was recognized by Law360 with “Practice Group of the Year” awards in the Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions categories.
Betty Yap and Greg Liu Listed on China Business Law Journal’s 2019 “A List”
- Jan 09, 2020
- Awards
Betty Yap and Greg Liu Listed on China Business Law Journal’s 2019 “A List”
Corporate partners Betty Yap and Greg Liu have been listed on China Business Law Journal’s annual "A List" for 2019.
Claudia Hammerman, Amran Hussein and Loretta Lynch Named Notable Women in Law by Crain’s New York Business
- Dec 18, 2019
- Awards
Claudia Hammerman, Amran Hussein and Loretta Lynch Named Notable Women in Law by Crain’s New York Business
Litigation partners Claudia Hammerman and Loretta Lynch and corporate partner Amran Hussein have been named to Crain’s New York Business’s 2020 “Notable Women in Law” list.
Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers List
- Dec 11, 2019
- Awards
Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers List
Corporate partners Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel are featured in Variety’s 2019 Dealmakers List.
Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer Recognized by Business Insider as Top Private Equity Dealmakers
- Dec 11, 2019
- Awards
Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer Recognized by Business Insider as Top Private Equity Dealmakers
Corporate partners Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer are recognized by Business Insider as top private equity dealmakers.
Paul, Weiss Is Named Law Firm of the Year, White Collar Litigation Department of the Year
- Dec 05, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Is Named Law Firm of the Year, White Collar Litigation Department of the Year
Paul, Weiss was recognized with The American Lawyer’s most prestigious award, “Law Firm of the Year,” at the American Lawyer Industry Awards Gala. Additionally, the firm was named “White Collar Litigation Department of the Year.”
Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Nov 12, 2019
- Awards
Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Firm chairman Brad Karp and partners Scott Barshay, Paul Basta, Harris Freidus, Lorin Reisner, Rick Rule and Taurie Zeitzer have been honored with Law360 2019 MVP Awards, which recognize an elite slate of attorneys who have…
Robert Schumer Named Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
- Nov 08, 2019
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
Corporate chair Robert Schumer was recognized as a Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal.
Paul, Weiss Named “Private Equity Legal Advisor of the Year” by Mergermarket for Chinese M&A
- Oct 21, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Named “Private Equity Legal Advisor of the Year” by Mergermarket for Chinese M&A
Paul, Weiss was awarded “Private Equity Legal Adviser of the Year” by Mergermarket at its annual China M&A Awards event in Shanghai.
Paul, Weiss Ranks Number One Among Law Firms for Adoption-Friendly Workplace and Fifth Overall
- Oct 08, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranks Number One Among Law Firms for Adoption-Friendly Workplace and Fifth Overall
Paul, Weiss has been recognized as the most adoption-friendly law and professional services firm in the United States by the Dave Thomas Foundation’s “100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces” list.
Paul, Weiss Included on The American Lawyer “A-List”
- Jul 26, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Included on The American Lawyer “A-List”
The American Lawyer has once again included Paul, Weiss in its annual “A-List,” which ranks firms based on their revenue per lawyer, pro bono commitment, associate satisfaction, racial and gender diversity, and the percentage of…
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Energy & Industrials “Deal of the Year” by The Deal
- Jun 20, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Energy & Industrials “Deal of the Year” by The Deal
Paul, Weiss was recognized by The Deal for its work advising the board of directors of the Harris Corporation in a merger with L3 Technologies, Inc.
Amran Hussein Named “Best in Investment Funds” at Euromoney Americas Women in Business Law Awards
- Jun 06, 2019
- Awards
Amran Hussein Named “Best in Investment Funds” at Euromoney Americas Women in Business Law Awards
Corporate partner Amran Hussein was named in the “Best in Investment Funds” category at the eighth annual Euromoney Legal Media Group Americas Women in Business Law Awards.
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Legal Impact Report
- Apr 11, 2019
- Awards
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Legal Impact Report
Corporate partner Robert Schumer, litigation partners Jay Cohen and Jonathan Kanter, and entertainment/intellectual property partner Chuck Googe were featured in Variety’s 2019 Legal Impact Report.
Brian Scrivani Named Rising Star by The Deal
- Mar 29, 2019
- Awards
Brian Scrivani Named Rising Star by The Deal
Corporate partner Brian Scrivani was profiled in The Dealmaker Quarterly as one of the brightest newcomers to the ranks of M&A partners at major law firms.
Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss Recognized at The Deal Awards Middle Market
- Mar 28, 2019
- Awards
Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss Recognized at The Deal Awards Middle Market
Corporate partner Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss have been recognized with several awards as part of the inaugural The Deal Awards Middle Market.
Scott Barshay and Rick Rule Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
- Mar 25, 2019
- Awards
Scott Barshay and Rick Rule Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
Corporate partner Scott Barshay and litigation partner Rick Rule have been named American Lawyer “Dealmakers of the Year.”
Paul, Weiss Partners Receive Law360 Distinguished Writing Award
- Feb 26, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Partners Receive Law360 Distinguished Writing Award
Firm chairman Brad Karp, corporate partner Mark Bergman and litigation partners Susanna Buergel, Roberto Gonzalez, Jane O’Brien and Elizabeth Sacksteder have been selected to receive the Law360 Distinguished Writing Award at the 2019…
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
- Feb 13, 2019
- Awards
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
The China Business Law Journal has named two Paul, Weiss transactions as 2018 “Deals of the Year.”
Paul, Weiss Ranked 1st in Global Legal Rankings by Bloomberg and Mergermarket
- Jan 10, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked 1st in Global Legal Rankings by Bloomberg and Mergermarket
Paul, Weiss ranked 1st among U.S. firms and 2nd among international firms for China announced deals, by deal count, in Bloomberg’s 2018 Global M&A Legal Rankings.
Law360 Recognizes Three Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
- Jan 14, 2019
- Awards
Law360 Recognizes Three Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
Paul, Weiss won three Law360 “Practice Group of the Year” recognitions for the firm’s achievements in 2018 in the Asset Management, Life Sciences and Trials categories.
Taurie Zeitzer Listed Among The Deal’s “Powerhouse 20” Top Women in M&A
- Dec 19, 2018
- Awards
Taurie Zeitzer Listed Among The Deal’s “Powerhouse 20” Top Women in M&A
Corporate partner Taurie Zeitzer is featured in The Deal’s “Women in M&A: The Powerhouse 20,” a list identifying 20 female M&A lawyers and bankers at the top of their professions.
Paul, Weiss Receives FinanceAsia 2018 Achievement Award
- Dec 13, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives FinanceAsia 2018 Achievement Award
Paul, Weiss was recognized by FinanceAsia at its annual Achievement Awards for the “Best Equity Deal.”
Chuck Googe Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
- Dec 07, 2018
- Awards
Chuck Googe Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
Entertainment/intellectual property partner Chuck Googe was featured in Variety’s 2018 Dealmakers Impact Report.
Three Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Nov 26, 2018
- Awards
Three Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Law360 has honored firm chairman Brad Karp, litigation partner Susanna Buergel and corporate partner Marco Masotti with 2018 MVP awards.
Robert Schumer Named M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
- Nov 06, 2018
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
Corporate partner Robert Schumer was recognized as an M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal.
Valerie Radwaner Honored by the Student Leadership Network
- Oct 16, 2018
- Awards
Valerie Radwaner Honored by the Student Leadership Network
Deputy Chair Valerie Radwaner was honored at the Student Leadership Network’s 2018 (Em)Power Breakfast.
Chuck Googe Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Elite New York
- Oct 01, 2018
- Awards
Chuck Googe Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Elite New York
Entertainment/Intellectual property partner Chuck Googe was featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Elite New York 2018 report, which features attorneys and executives behind some of the year’s most significant entertainment industry…
Valerie Radwaner Recognized at Corporate Counsel’s National Women in Law Awards
- Aug 15, 2018
- Awards
Valerie Radwaner Recognized at Corporate Counsel’s National Women in Law Awards
Corporate partner and Deputy Chair Valerie Radwaner was recognized in the Law Firm Transformative Leadership category of Corporate Counsel’s Women in Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Ranks Fifth on The American Lawyer “A-List”
- Jul 25, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranks Fifth on The American Lawyer “A-List”
The American Lawyer has placed Paul, Weiss fifth in its annual “A-List,” which ranks firms based on their revenue per lawyer, pro bono commitment, associate satisfaction, racial and gender diversity, and the percentage of female…
The Deal Recognizes Paul, Weiss With Three Awards
- Jun 22, 2018
- Awards
The Deal Recognizes Paul, Weiss With Three Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized by The Deal in three categories in the 2018 Deal Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification
- Jun 18, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification
For the fourth consecutive year, the Women in Law Empowerment Forum has awarded Paul, Weiss its Gold Standard Certification for the advancement and promotion of women lawyers.
Taurie Zeitzer Named Best in Private Equity at Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards
- Jun 07, 2018
- Awards
Taurie Zeitzer Named Best in Private Equity at Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards
M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer was named “Best in Private Equity” at the seventh annual Euromoney Legal Media Group (LMG) Women in Business Law awards.
Robert Schumer Named "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal
- Jun 14, 2018
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal
Corporate partner Robert Schumer was recognized as a 2018 "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal.
Paul, Weiss Recognized by M&A Advisor
- May 07, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Recognized by M&A Advisor
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at the M&A Advisor’s 10th annual International M&A Awards.
Variety 2018 Legal Impact Report Features Jay Cohen, Ariel Deckelbaum & Chuck Googe
- Apr 23, 2018
- Awards
Variety 2018 Legal Impact Report Features Jay Cohen, Ariel Deckelbaum & Chuck Googe
Litigation partner Jay Cohen, corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum and intellectual property/entertainment partner Chuck Googe were featured by Variety in its 2018 Legal Impact Report, which spotlights the top lawyers in the…
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
- Mar 16, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
HP’s acquisition of Samsung’s printer business for $1.05 billion, in which Paul, Weiss represented HP, has been recognized as one of the Asia Business Law Journal’s “Deals of the Year.”
Judie Ng Shortell Awarded Commended External Counsel of the Year
- Mar 09, 2018
- Awards
Judie Ng Shortell Awarded Commended External Counsel of the Year
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell was recognized by In-House Community as a “Commended External Counsel of the Year.”
Five Paul, Weiss Deals Make Lexpert’s Top 10 Canadian Deals of 2017
- Feb 05, 2018
- Awards
Five Paul, Weiss Deals Make Lexpert’s Top 10 Canadian Deals of 2017
Paul, Weiss set a new firm record on Canadian legal publication Lexpert’s annual list of top-10 deals of the past year.
Jack Lange Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Chambers
- Feb 01, 2018
- Awards
Jack Lange Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Chambers
Hong Kong-based corporate partner Jack Lange received the 2018 Chambers Asia-Pacific Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of his contribution to the Asian legal arena.
Valerie Radwaner, Audra Soloway and Taurie Zeitzer Named Leading Women Lawyers in NYC
- Dec 20, 2017
- Awards
Valerie Radwaner, Audra Soloway and Taurie Zeitzer Named Leading Women Lawyers in NYC
Deputy Chair and corporate partner Valerie Radwaner, litigation partner Audra Soloway and M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer were named to Crain’s New York Business’ inaugural list of Leading Women Lawyers in New York City.
Jack Lange Elected Chairman of American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
- Dec 15, 2017
- Awards
Jack Lange Elected Chairman of American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Corporate partner Jack Lange has been elected as the Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (AmCham) for 2018.
Jordan Yarett and Taurie Zeitzer Deal Recognized by the Financial Times
- Dec 13, 2017
- Awards
Jordan Yarett and Taurie Zeitzer Deal Recognized by the Financial Times
Paul, Weiss was commended in the “Accessing New Markets and Capital” category of the Financial Times’ annual feature recognizing the year’s most innovative North American law firms and lawyers.
Paul, Weiss Partners and Matters Recognized By FT Innovative Lawyers - North America
- Dec 13, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Partners and Matters Recognized By FT Innovative Lawyers - North America
Litigation partner Nick Groombridge, corporate partner Scott Barshay and Paul, Weiss were recognized by the Financial Times in an annual feature recognizing this year’s most innovative North American law firms and lawyers.
Six Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Dec 12, 2017
- Awards
Six Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Law360 has honored firm chair Brad Karp, corporate partner Scott Barshay, litigation partners Jay Cohen and Audra Soloway and real estate partners Harris Freidus and Meredith Kane with 2017 MVP Awards.
Paul, Weiss Transaction Awarded Best Singapore Deal
- Dec 04, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Awarded Best Singapore Deal
A Paul, Weiss transaction was awarded the “Best Singapore Deal” at FinanceAsia’s annual Achievement Awards.
Paul, Weiss Honored with Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Nov 09, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Honored with Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been recognized with Asia Women in Business Law Awards by the Euromoney Legal Media Group.
Judie Ng Shortell Named a Top-15 Female Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
- Oct 30, 2017
- Awards
Judie Ng Shortell Named a Top-15 Female Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell was recognized as one of the Top 15 Female Lawyers in China by Asian Legal Business.
Paul, Weiss Among NYLJ’s Professional Excellence Awards Winners
- Oct 18, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Among NYLJ’s Professional Excellence Awards Winners
Paul, Weiss was named Litigation Department of the Year in the Class Action category of the New York Law Journal’s 2017 Professional Excellence Awards.
Ellen Ching Named to Private Funds Management’s 30 Under 40
- Oct 05, 2017
- Awards
Ellen Ching Named to Private Funds Management’s 30 Under 40
Private Funds Management (pfm) named corporate partner Ellen Ching to its “30 Under 40” list, which recognizes the top 30 private fund lawyers under the age of 40.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Sep 18, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Corporate partner Betty Yap was shortlisted by Euromoney Legal Media Group in the in the “Best in M&A and Private Equity” category.
Paul, Weiss Ranked Among Top 10 Firms for Minority Equity Partners by Law360
- Aug 22, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked Among Top 10 Firms for Minority Equity Partners by Law360
Paul, Weiss is fifth on the list of top 10 Big Law firms for minority equity partners in Law360's 2017 Law Firm Diversity Snapshot.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
- Aug 03, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted by Asian Legal Business, a publication of Thomson Reuters, in five categories in its 2017 ALB Hong Kong Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Ranks Third on The American Lawyer “A-List”
- Aug 02, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranks Third on The American Lawyer “A-List”
The American Lawyer has ranked Paul, Weiss third in its annual “A-List,” which ranks firms based on their revenue per lawyer, pro bono commitment, associate satisfaction, racial and gender diversity, and the percentage of female…
Ellen Ching and Jaren Janghorbani Named Rising Stars by New York Law Journal
- Jul 26, 2017
- Awards
Ellen Ching and Jaren Janghorbani Named Rising Stars by New York Law Journal
Corporate partner Ellen Ching and litigation partner Jaren Janghorbani have been named New York Law Journal Rising Stars for 2017.
Media Law International Recognizes Paul, Weiss as a Tier 1 Firm in China and Hong Kong
- Jul 20, 2017
- Awards
Media Law International Recognizes Paul, Weiss as a Tier 1 Firm in China and Hong Kong
For the third consecutive year, Paul, Weiss was recognized by Media Law International as one of four Tier 1 firms for media law in China and Hong Kong.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Canada Announced M&A Deals by Bloomberg
- Jul 12, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Canada Announced M&A Deals by Bloomberg
Paul, Weiss was ranked as the leading advisor for Canadian announced M&A deals by volume, as reported in Bloomberg’s 2017 second-quarter league tables.
Ted Wells Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From New York Law Journal
- Jul 11, 2017
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Ted Wells Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From New York Law Journal
Litigation partner Ted Wells has received the New York Law Journal’s 2017 “Lifetime Achievement” award.
Brad Karp Named “Man of Distinction” by Legal Momentum
- Jun 15, 2017
- Awards
Brad Karp Named “Man of Distinction” by Legal Momentum
Legal Momentum, a national nonprofit organization advocating for the legal rights of women and girls, named firm chairman Brad Karp as its “Man of Distinction” at its annual Aiming High luncheon celebrating the power of women.
Lawrence Wee Recognized as One of the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business
- Jun 16, 2017
- Awards
Lawrence Wee Recognized as One of the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business
Corporate partner Lawrence Wee was congratulated by the Asian American Bar Association of New York for his recognition by the Asian American Business Development Center as one of the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business.
Valerie Radwaner Receives Euromoney Women in Business Law Award
- Jun 08, 2017
- Awards
Valerie Radwaner Receives Euromoney Women in Business Law Award
Deputy Chair and partner Valerie Radwaner was recognized by Euromoney Legal Media Group in the “Best in Corporate Governance” category of its Americas Women in Business Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Wins Two ALB Japan Law Awards
- Jun 07, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Wins Two ALB Japan Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at the Asian Legal Business Japan Law Awards, including “Debt Market Deal of the Year” for our role in advising Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group’s TLAC Bond Issuance, and “M&A Deal of the …
Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification
- Jun 08, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives WILEF Gold Standard Certification
For the third consecutive year, the Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF) awarded Paul, Weiss its 2017 Gold Standard Certification for the advancement of women lawyers.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #14 in The American Lawyer’s 2017 Diversity Scorecard
- May 30, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #14 in The American Lawyer’s 2017 Diversity Scorecard
The American Lawyer ranked Paul, Weiss #14 in its 2017 Diversity Scorecard.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Seven ALB Japan Law Awards
- May 08, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Seven ALB Japan Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted in seven categories by Asian Legal Business, a publication of Thomson Reuters, as part of the 2017 ALB Japan Law Awards.
Secretary Johnson to Be Honored With the Anti-Defamation League’s Gorowitz Institute Service Award in Washington, D.C.
- May 03, 2017
- Awards
Secretary Johnson to Be Honored With the Anti-Defamation League’s Gorowitz Institute Service Award in Washington, D.C.
Litigation partner Jeh Johnson will be honored at the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) National Leadership Summit.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
- May 01, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted by Asian Legal Business, a publication of Thomson Reuters, for "M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)" as part of the 2017 Southeast Asia Law Awards.
Secretary Johnson Receives NYSBA Pioneer Award
- Apr 27, 2017
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Secretary Johnson Receives NYSBA Pioneer Award
The New York State Bar Association presented its George Bundy Smith Pioneer Award to Secretary Jeh Johnson.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Experian in Asia-Pacific Deal Value
- Apr 25, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Experian in Asia-Pacific Deal Value
Paul, Weiss ranked first for deal value in Experian’s legal advisory league tables in the Asia-Pacific region for the first quarter of 2017.
Paul, Weiss Awarded Deal of the Year by Asian-mena Counsel
- Apr 20, 2017
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Paul, Weiss Awarded Deal of the Year by Asian-mena Counsel
Paul, Weiss was awarded a 2016 “Deal of the Year” by Asian-mena Counsel for our involvement as international counsel in MUFG’s groundbreaking TLAC (total loss-absorbing capacity) bond offering
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Thomson Reuters and #2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in Deal Volume in Japan
- Apr 19, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Thomson Reuters and #2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in Deal Volume in Japan
As noted in The Asian Lawyer, a publication of The American Lawyer, Paul, Weiss was ranked number 1 in deal volume in Japan in M&A league tables published by Thomson Reuters and number 2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in the first…
Greg Liu Named Top M&A Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
- Mar 24, 2017
- Awards
Greg Liu Named Top M&A Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
Corporate partner Greg Liu was named one of 2017’s top 10 M&A lawyers in China by Asian Legal Business, a Thomson Reuters publication.
KPS Capital Wins Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Award
- Mar 21, 2017
- Awards
KPS Capital Wins Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Award
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners LP has earned a Buyouts “Deal of the Year” award for KPS’s $1 billion-plus sale of its portfolio company Anchor Glass Container Corporation to BA Glass B.V. and funds advised by CVC Capital…
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
- Mar 10, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
Paul, Weiss was awarded “Deal of the Year – Capital Markets” by the Asia Business Law Journal for our role in representing IDG Capital and its portfolio company Titan Gas Technology Investment in Shun Cheong’s reverse takeover and new …
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Named BTI Client Service All-Stars
- Feb 15, 2017
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Four Paul, Weiss Partners Named BTI Client Service All-Stars
Corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum and litigation partners Jay Cohen, Nick Groombridge and Catherine Nyarady were recognized as 2017 "Client Service All-Stars" by BTI Consulting Group in its annual survey of corporate counsel,…
Paul, Weiss Honored by Chinese-American Planning Council
- Feb 02, 2017
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Paul, Weiss Honored by Chinese-American Planning Council
Paul, Weiss was honored as the "Volunteer Extraordinaire" at the Chinese-American Planning Council's Lunar New Year Celebration.
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year by China Business Law Journal
- Jan 20, 2017
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Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year by China Business Law Journal
The China Business Law Journal has recognized two Paul, Weiss transactions as Deals of the Year.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two IFLR Asia Law Awards in Private Equity
- Jan 11, 2017
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two IFLR Asia Law Awards in Private Equity
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in two categories as part of the 2017 IFLR Asia Law Awards.
Three Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
- Dec 15, 2016
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Three Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
Corporate partners Robert Schumer, Ariel Deckelbaum and Chuck Googe are profiled in Variety's 2016 Dealmakers Impact Report.
Paul, Weiss Recognized by The Human Rights Campaign as “2017 Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality”
- Dec 06, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Recognized by The Human Rights Campaign as “2017 Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality”
For the seventh consecutive year, Paul, Weiss received a 100 percent score on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI) and was named as a "Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality" by The Human Rights Campaign.
Paul, Weiss Wins Asian Lawyer Emerging Markets Award for M&A
- Nov 29, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Wins Asian Lawyer Emerging Markets Award for M&A
The Asian Lawyer honored Paul, Weiss with an Emerging Markets Award in the "M&A Deal of the Year: Other Sectors" category for our role in Yokohama's $1.2 billion acquisition of Alliance Tire Group.
Five Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Nov 28, 2016
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Five Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Law360 has honored firm chair Brad Karp, corporate partners Robert Schumer and Marco Masotti, and litigation partners Ted Wells and Catherine Nyarady with 2016 MVP Awards. Brad and Ted were selected as MVPs in the sports practice…
Paul, Weiss Honored With Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Nov 09, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Honored With Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been recognized with Asia Women in Business Law Awards by the Euromoney Legal Media Group.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two Emerging Markets Awards by The Asian Lawyer
- Oct 27, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two Emerging Markets Awards by The Asian Lawyer
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted by The Asian Lawyer in two categories in its 2016 Emerging Markets Awards.
Alice Eaton and Andrew Rosenberg Receive TMA Turnaround & Transaction of the Year Awards
- Sep 28, 2016
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Alice Eaton and Andrew Rosenberg Receive TMA Turnaround & Transaction of the Year Awards
Bankruptcy partners Alice Eaton and Andrew Rosenberg were honored by the Turnaround Management Association with 2016 Turnaround & Transaction of the Year Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Sep 22, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Our Hong Kong and Tokyo offices were shortlisted for their gender diversity efforts in their respective countries by the Euromoney Legal Media Group at the 2016 Asia Women in Business Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Wins Three China Law & Practice Awards
- Sep 21, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Wins Three China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss was selected for honors in multiple categories at the China Law & Practice Awards, including "Real Estate & Construction Deal of the Year" and "TMT Firm of the Year - International."
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
- Aug 09, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted by Asian Legal Business in six categories in its 2016 ALB Hong Kong Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six China Law & Practice Awards
- Aug 01, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in six categories as part of the 2016 China Law & PracticeAwards.
Paul, Weiss Recognized in Two Categories at Am Law’s Global Legal Awards
- Jul 18, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Recognized in Two Categories at Am Law’s Global Legal Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at The American Lawyer's fourth annual Global Legal Awards.
Media Law International Recognizes Paul, Weiss as a Tier 1 Firm in China and Hong Kong
- May 27, 2016
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Media Law International Recognizes Paul, Weiss as a Tier 1 Firm in China and Hong Kong
For the second consecutive year, Paul, Weiss was recognized by Media Law International as one of four Tier 1 firms for media law in China and Hong Kong.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
- May 12, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted by Asian Legal Business for "M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)" as part of the 2016 Southeast Asia Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Ranked Among Top Counsel to Creditors in the Energy Sector
- Apr 25, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Ranked Among Top Counsel to Creditors in the Energy Sector
Paul, Weiss was ranked third among the top firms in The Deal's Out-of-Court Restructuring League Tables, based on distressed companies that have announced financial restructurings for the first quarter of 2016.
Steve Simkin Named Power Lawyer in Commercial Observer’s “Power 100” Issue
- Apr 21, 2016
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Steve Simkin Named Power Lawyer in Commercial Observer’s “Power 100” Issue
Real estate partner Steven Simkin was featured as a Power Lawyer in the Commercial Observer's annual "Power 100" issue for his work on major development projects, acquisitions and financings.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Private Equity by MergerMarket
- Apr 07, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Private Equity by MergerMarket
As reported by MergerMarket in its quarterly league tables, Paul, Weiss ranked first in both global and U.S. private equity buyouts and exits by deal value in the first quarter of 2016.
Richard Rosen and Udi Grofman Selected for Distinguished Legal Writing Award
- Apr 05, 2016
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Richard Rosen and Udi Grofman Selected for Distinguished Legal Writing Award
Litigation partner Richard Rosen and corporate partner Udi Grofman were recognized among the finest law firm writers of 2016 with Burton Awards for their article, "Political Intelligence and U.S. Insider Trading Regulations."
Sal Gogliormella and Roberto Gonzalez Named Rising Stars by Law360
- Mar 31, 2016
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Sal Gogliormella and Roberto Gonzalez Named Rising Stars by Law360
Real estate partner Salvatore Gogliormella and litigation partner Roberto Gonzalez have been named to Law360's Rising Stars for 2016 in the Real Estate and Banking categories, respectively.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB China Law Awards
- Mar 11, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB China Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been selected as a finalist in five categories of the 2016 Asian Legal Business China Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Wins China Business Law Award for Private Equity
- Mar 02, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Wins China Business Law Award for Private Equity
Paul, Weiss was recognized by China Business Law Journal as an international law firm winner in the "Private Equity and Venture Capital" category of its 2015 China Business Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Asia Legal Award
- Feb 02, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Asia Legal Award
The Asian Lawyer has shortlisted Paul, Weiss as a finalist for an Asia Legal Award in the "M&A Deal of the Year: North Asia" category for the firm's involvement in Universal Studios' $3.3 billion Beijing theme park.
Law360 Recognizes Three Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
- Dec 22, 2015
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Law360 Recognizes Three Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
Paul, Weiss was honored by Law360 with "Practice Group of the Year" awards in the Real Estate, Securities Law and White Collar categories.
Financial Times Recognizes Paul, Weiss in Innovative Lawyers Report
- Dec 18, 2015
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Financial Times Recognizes Paul, Weiss in Innovative Lawyers Report
Paul, Weiss was recognized by Financial Times in several areas in its 2015 North America Innovative Lawyers report.