Law 360 M&A

JANUARY 23, 2024

An attorney taking on their first pro bono immigration matter may find the law and procedures beguiling, but understanding key deadlines, the significance of individual immigration judges' rules and specialized aspects of the practice can help avoid common missteps, says Steven Malm at Haynes Boone.

97

97

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

We consider the practical takeaways of new SEC Rule 14a-19 and universal proxy card voting in contested director elections. This post is based on their Davis Polk memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Universal Proxies (discussed on the Forum here ) by Scott Hirst.

220

220

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 25, 2024

Corporate governance practices vary significantly among public companies. Bell is Partner and Co-Chair of Corporate Governance, and Ron C. Llewellyn is Corporate Governance Counsel at Fenwick & West LLP. This post is based on portions of their Fenwick publication. 1] (more…)

Technology 150

Technology 150

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Posted by Will Arnot, Diligent Market Intelligence, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 Editor's Note: Will Arnot is Senior Editorial Specialist at Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI). This post is based on DMI’s recent special report, Investor Stewardship 2023.

Equity 152

Equity Marketability 152

Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As the article pointed out, the number of companies doing so had reached the point where “private ordering” made those policies and practices the norm. Since then, the Center for Political Accountability and the University of Michigan’s Erb Institute have gone further and developed frameworks for corporate political engagement.

Finance 206

Finance 206

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Posted by Keith Halverstam, Maj Vaseghi, and Jenna Cooper, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Saturday, November 4, 2023 Editor's Note: Keith Halverstam , Maj Vaseghi , and Jenna Cooper are Partners at Latham & Watkins LLP. This post is based on a Latham memorandum by Mr. Halverstam, Ms. Vaseghi, Ms.

Compliance 263

Compliance 263

Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 21, 2022

3] Nonetheless, given the Commission’s existing authority to impose discipline under its Rules of Practice, practitioners should be mindful of the potential for increased scrutiny moving forward. Over the last 20 years, the Commission has declined to adopt enhanced rules of professional conduct for lawyers appearing before the Commission.

Marketability 204

Marketability 204

Law 360 M&A

JANUARY 21, 2024

Law360 would like to congratulate the winners of its Practice Groups of the Year awards for 2023, which honor the attorney teams behind litigation wins and major deals that resonated throughout the legal industry this past year.

98

98

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 4, 2024

DeStefano Lecture on Corporate, Securities & Financial Law at Fordham University School of Law on February 27, 2024, Minutes Are Worth The Minutes: Good Documentation Practices Improve Board Deliberations and Reduce Regulatory and Litigation Risk , this subject was my focus.

Compliance 146

Compliance 146

Rhythm Systems

APRIL 22, 2024

In the journey to achieve exceptional leadership and business growth, Patrick Thean and Michael Praeger , in the upcoming book "The Journey to CEO Success: Seven Practices for High Growth Leadership," offer a compass through the intricate landscape of executive leadership.

52

52

Law 360 M&A

JANUARY 24, 2024

Seyfarth Shaw LLP announced Wednesday that three former Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP partners have joined the firm, two of them to launch its restructuring and insolvency practice.

98

98

Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

Companies realize that sustainable business practices are suitable for the planet and essential for long-term business success. Sustainable business practices have emerged as a crucial aspect of this evaluation, representing a paradigm shift in how businesses are perceived and valued.

Compliance 52

Compliance Marketability 52

Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 2, 2022

Eccles is Visiting Professor of Management Practice and Kazbi Soonawalla is a Senior Research Fellow in Accounting at Oxford University Said Business School. Posted by Robert Eccles (Oxford University) and Kazbi Soonawalla (Oxford University), on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 Editor's Note: Robert G.

Banking 219

Banking 219

N Contracts

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Mortgage Company Best Practices for Lending Outside Your State Following the 2008 financial collapse, Dodd-Frank granted the newly formed Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) enforcement authority over mortgage lending at the federal level.

Compliance 102

Compliance 102

ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

After her former boss became ill and was no longer able to work, the opportunity arose for her to service his clients, and therefore create  her own practice. Building a niche advisory practice Before she migrated to an advisory practice, Heath confesses she “hadn’t really sat down and look ed at my client base because I was so busy.”

Start-ups 98

Start-ups Accounting Firms Marketability Technology 98

ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In fact, after transitioning to an advisory practice, the firm’s concept of the ideal client has evolved , too. To learn more about the growing number of women in the tax and accounting profession shifting to advisory services, download our free white paper below, “How women can confidently and successfully build an advisory practice.”

Start-ups 97

Start-ups Accounting Firms Technology Marketability 97

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 3, 2023

Posted by Igor Kirman, Victor Goldfeld and Elina Tetelbaum, Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz, on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Igor Kirman , Victor Goldfeld , and Elina Tetelbaum are partners at Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz. This post is based on their Wachtell Lipton memorandum.

Banking 244

Banking Technology Equity Marketability 244

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 11, 2024

it is essential to have a clear understanding of the principles and practices that will enable corporations to navigate these challenges.

136

136

Peak Business Valuation

JUNE 13, 2023

Over the past several years, the medical practice industry has experienced an upsurge in demand. As these determinants continue to rise, demand for medical practices will continue to increase. Whether you are buying , expanding , or selling a medical practice, these conditions present a high revenue growth opportunity.

Business Valuation 52

Business Valuation Appraisal Fair Market Value EBITDA 52

ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Advisory practice as a leap of faith Shaul explains she moved her practice away from a compliance-focused shop because she remembers the pain points from the overwhelming workload during tax season — the feast during tax season and the famine for the rest of the year, she says.

Start-ups 98

Start-ups Accounting Firms Compliance 98

Peak Business Valuation

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Medical practices are businesses that provide assessments and care for individuals with health concerns. IBIS World notes that there are over 140,000 medical practices throughout the United States. As such, buying , growing , or selling a medical practice can be lucrative. Valuing a medical practice is a complex process.

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Business Valuation Appraisal Fair Market Value 52

Harvard Corporate Governance

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

This post relates to CEO Succession Practices in the Russell 3000 and S&P 500: Live Dashboard , an online dashboard published by The Conference Board, Heidrick & Struggles, and ESGAUGE. Schloetzer is Associate Professor of Business Administration at the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University.

204

204

Law 360 M&A

APRIL 10, 2024

This Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Adam Siegler at Greenberg Traurig discusses his experience working as a lawyer with Parkinson’s disease, sharing both lessons on how to cope with a diagnosis and advice for supporting colleagues who live with the disease.

97

97

Law 360 M&A

APRIL 16, 2024

McDermott Will & Emery is expanding its global tax practice group with two partners in Paris who have a track record of advising on cross-border mergers and acquisitions and tax controversies before France's tax authority, the firm announced.

52

52

Peak Business Valuation

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Dental practices provide dental health maintenance, surgeries, and other dental products for patients. These conditions are ideal if you are looking to buy , grow , or sell a dental practice. These conditions are ideal if you are looking to buy , grow , or sell a dental practice. Schedule a free consultation below!

Discounted Cash Flow 52

Discounted Cash Flow Business Valuation Appraisal EBITDA 52

N Contracts

JANUARY 3, 2024

IT Risk: Best Practices for Employee Security Awareness Training at Your Financial Institution What comes to mind when you think about cyberattacks in banking? Shadowy figures penetrating a financial institution’s network in an elaborate scheme that involves an unmarked van?

Banking 86

Banking 86

ISA

DECEMBER 28, 2023

12/28/2023 12:00:00 AM Happy New Year one and all - UPDATES FOR YOUR APPRAISAL PRACTICE There are a few changes to the new 2024 edition of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), effective January 1, 2024. It is your responsibility as an ISA Appraiser to educate yourself in the changes to USPAP.

Appraisal 75

Appraisal Compliance 75

Law 360 M&A

MARCH 25, 2024

The Delaware Chancery Court’s recent nod to a proposed class action, alleging shareholder notice violations in Activision Blizzard’s sale to Microsoft, puts practitioners on notice that customary merger and acquisition market practices do not offer protection from potential liability, say John Stigi and Eugene Choi at Sheppard Mullin.

Marketability 52

Marketability 52

Peak Business Valuation

JUNE 16, 2023

Within the United States, there are more than 141,000 primary care doctors and physician practices. As such, it is always a great time to buy or sell a medical practice. When a business appraiser is valuing a medical practice or primary care doctor’s office, they will analyze many things. Schedule a Free Consultation!

Business Valuation 52

Business Valuation EBITDA Fair Market Value Appraisal 52

Benchmark Report

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Family Practice, P.A. Family Practice), and Med First Primary & Urgent Care (Med First), a leading healthcare provider based in North Carolina. Benchmark International has successfully facilitated the transaction between B.L.

64

64

Appraisers Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This leaves most professionals with little choice but to accept their low fees and unfair practices. One of the main challenges facing the industry is the dominance of AMCs, which account for more than 60% of the work volume. To address this issue, we need to tackle the root cause that has been undermining the industry for a long time.

77

77

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 10, 2022

Regrettably, rather than evolving to keep pace with technological developments, corporate governance practices often involve an admixture of obsolete past approaches and ad hoc new ones, a combination that underutilizes the potential benefits of technology and increases its potential risks. These two topics are related.

Technology 188

Technology 188

Startup Valuation Blog

AUGUST 10, 2023

In this article, we'll delve into the best practices for implementing equity incentives to motivate and reward your team while ensuring the long-term health of your startup. Table of Contents Understanding Equity Incentives What Are Equity Incentives? Conclusion Equity incentives are a potent catalyst for startup success.

Equity 100

Equity Business Valuation Compliance Start-ups 100

Startup Valuation Blog

AUGUST 10, 2023

In this article, we'll delve into the best practices for implementing equity incentives to motivate and reward your team while ensuring the long-term health of your startup. Table of Contents Understanding Equity Incentives What Are Equity Incentives? Conclusion Equity incentives are a potent catalyst for startup success.

Equity 100

Equity Business Valuation Compliance Start-ups 100

Appraisers Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

That is correct, and the appraisers who jump ship from their independent practice to work for AMC’s are really failed appraisers. In reply to Anonymous.

Appraisal 71

Appraisal 71

Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Posted by Maria Castañón Moats, Stephen G. Parker, Tracey-Lee Brown, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Maria Castañón Moats is a Leader; Stephen Parker is a Partner; and Tracey-Lee Brown is a Director at the Governance Insights Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum.

225

225