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Trans-Jurisdictional Transactions
October 02, 2015
When company transactions and legal issues cross borders ' so-called trans-jurisdictional transactions ' companies begin facing expansive and complex legal issues related to those transactions. This article discusses the issues.
Keys to a Successful Corporate Acquisition: A Roundtable Discussion
October 02, 2015
In this roundtable conversation, Maureen S. Dorney, Paradigm Counsel LLP; Douglas Solomon, NetSuite, Inc.; and Joseph Fung, NetSuite, Inc., discuss ways to conduct a new level of diligence and how this leads to a more effective integration process.
<b><i>Voice of the Client:</i></b> Are Lawyers Listening and Leading?
October 02, 2015
Whether or not to meet with clients on a regular basis will now significantly impact a firm's success. And this means all inactive important clients of the firm, not just the firm's current active clients.
Real Property Law
October 02, 2015
Analysis of three recent cases of interest to you and your practice.
Mental Health Issues in the Workplace
October 02, 2015
Many employers seem almost paralyzed by the fear over whether and how to raise the issue of mental illness with an employee. If the mental illness is having adverse impacts in the workplace, however, not addressing the issue can compound the problem or, in rare circumstances, lead to tragic consequences.
<b><i>Practice Tip:</i></b> The Attorney-Client Privilege and Former Employees
October 02, 2015
Despite the 'ubiquitous nature of the attorney-client privilege, attorneys generally understand far less about the nuances of the invocation of the attorney-client privilege than they should, particularly in the context of interacting with former employees of a corporate client.
Advancement Claims Not Entitled to Priority in LLC Receivership
October 02, 2015
In two recent Delaware Court of Chancery decisions, Vice Chancellors Donald F. Parsons Jr. and Sam Glasscock III both concluded that the claims for advancement were not entitled to priority treatment as administrative expenses of the receivership. The cases underscore the importance of obtaining D&amp;O liability insurance regardless of the existence of advancement and indemnification provisions in the entity's organizational documents or the party's employment agreement.
Managing Security Risks During Labor Disputes
October 02, 2015
Every company with union workers faces the risk of a labor dispute. Identifying any business risks and then managing them is a priority for executive decision-makers who must ensure that the company delivers its promises to stockholders, customers, and employees.
Insurance Coverage for FCA Lawsuits
October 02, 2015
Virtually no industry is immune from FCA claims. This article highlights some of the common issues policyholders should consider, both in purchasing their liability insurance policies and responding to FCA suits and allegations.
Your Clients Want Alternative Fees
October 02, 2015
Think you're being responsive to your clients about fees? They think you can do better. Here's what you need to know.

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