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Closing the Information Security and Governance Gaps In the New Operational Model
In 2020, information governance may have been sacrificed in the face of an urgent, global crisis. As understandable as that is, it's time now to step back and assess best practices for the new operational model that is here to stay.
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Business Development: How Impactful D&I Programs Can Drive Business Development and Profits
Impactful Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) programs can help law firms and organizations realize stronger relationships with clients, create better outcomes and drive revenue.
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Cross-Border Insolvency In Brazil: The UNCITRAL Model Law Dances to A Samba Beat
After years of debate, Brazil recently enacted legislation amending its bankruptcy statute and modernizing the Brazilian insolvency system.
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Counterfeiting vs. Infringement: Second Circuit Weighs In
In two recent cases, the Second Circuit provided guidance as to the circumstances that may give rise to liability for counterfeiting, as distinct from mere infringement, and addressed liability for contributory infringement for counterfeiting.
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Confession of Judgment Provisions In Commercial Leases
In states where they are enforced, a properly drafted confession of judgment clause in a commercial lease can be one of the most valuable tools in a landlord's toolkit for enforcing its leases and preserving its remedies.
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Players On the Move
A look at moves among attorneys, law firms, companies and other players in entertainment law.
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OFAC Asks Non-U.S. Persons to Advance U.S. Foreign Policy
In recent years, U.S. prosecutors and regulators have shown increasing interest in prosecuting people and entities with little or no connection to the United States. This trend has been especially pronounced in the context of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and has also extended beyond the FCPA to the prosecution of white-collar crime more generally.
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Ramped Up Internal Technology Is a Win-Win for Law Firms and Their Clients
This article identifies why investing in digital tools and applications is more important today than ever and provides examples and potential questions law firms should contemplate.
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The CAA's Impact on Health and Welfare Plans
In addition to funding the government and further COVID-19 relief, the recently signed Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) included significant provisions impacting health benefit coverage.
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Government Policies Could Be Concern for Commercial Real Estate Lenders
Significant concerns aren't necessarily issues caused by real estate lending, borrowing or underwriting. They're caused by government policy.
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