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The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
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Advantages and Limitations of a Two-Tier Partnership Structure
The two-tier partnership structure has gained wider acceptance as a key tool for increasing profitability, as well as talent acquisition and retention. Let's explore how this model is reshaping law firm dynamics, offering new opportunities and challenges in the war for legal talent.
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Fresh Filings
Notable court filings in entertainment law.
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How Legal Finance Can Bridge Risk Gaps and Support Growth
Like a threaded coupling or an electrical converter that allows non-matching mechanical or electrical components to be joined seamlessly together, legal finance can be the "adapter" that brings together lawyers with compatible talents but different economic outlooks and comfort levels.
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Following Uptick In 2023, Bankruptcy Lawyers Are Expecting a Busy 2024
Predictions of an uptick in bankruptcy filings came true this year, and bankruptcy lawyers are expecting a steady continuation into 2024, with the use of alternative approaches continuing to increase.
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Fed Holds Rates and Signals Cuts In 2024
The news is good. However, it doesn't look like what some in CRE might want, which is a return to ultra-low interest rates and high leverage.
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Lack of Transparency In SEC Settlement Penalty Calculations May Frustrate Self-reporting
SEC settlements often lack explanation as to how the civil monetary penalties were calculated per the statutory framework or why such penalties were appropriate under the circumstances. This lack of transparency tends to create market confusion and may frustrate certain behavior the SEC seeks to encourage, namely self-reporting.
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The Bankruptcy Strategist Is Going Digital Only. Here's What You Need to Know.
The final print edition of The Bankruptcy Strategist will be our January issue.
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Entertainment Law & Finance Is Going Digital Only. Here's What You Need to Know.
The final print edition of Entertainment Law & Finance will be our January issue.
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Accounting and Financial Planning for Law Firms Is Going Digital Only. Here's What You Need to Know.
The final print edition of Accounting and Financial Planning for Law Firms will be our January issue.
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