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Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

OCC Advises “Careful and Cautious” Approach to FinTech-Bank Partnerships
4 Min Read
November 17, 2022

OCC Advises “Careful and Cautious” Approach to FinTech-Bank Partnerships

By: Robert W. Savoie, Erica Powell
On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu gave remarks in New York City at the Clearing House + Bank Policy Institute Annual Conference. Hsu’s remarks, “Safeguarding Trust in Banking: An Update,” were focused on measures the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC) is taking to build stronger trust among consumers... Read more »

Business of Law

Internet Law & Cyber-Security

The Growing Risks of Data Retention

Business of Law

Analytics in Law Practice: What’s Here, What’s Next

Business of Law

I Went to Law School to Do Pro Bono Work
5 Min Read
October 26, 2022

I Went to Law School to Do Pro Bono Work

By: Cheryl Lee
“Oh, you need to speak with an attorney about that.” After nearly twenty-five years trying to assist members of the local Asian American community facing various challenges, I was getting tired of hearing that common response. My efforts included but were not limited to securing social services and appealing mom-and-pop business matters with state or... Read more »

Business of Law

Approaching 250,000 Questions, ABA Free Legal Answers Connects Clients and Pro Bono Attorneys Online

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

The Power of Corporations and LLCs to Indemnify: Similarities, Differences, and Risks

Business of Law

Focus on Now: Keys to a Wildly Successful Career
6 Min Read
October 17, 2022

Focus on Now: Keys to a Wildly Successful Career

By: Randy Kominsky
Have you noticed how the pandemic has changed people’s connections and relationships? Do you think that people who now work remotely feel isolated and are concerned about their careers? My book, Focus on Now: Keys to a Wildly Successful Career (publication forthcoming), is a collection of stories that address these current issues through lessons learned... Read more »

Securities Law

What to Consider When Forming a Corporate Venture Capital Program

Legal Opinions & Ethics

Turning Over a Lawyer’s Hard Drive for Forensic Analysis

latest articles & videos

 Analytics in Law Practice: What’s Here, What’s Next

What the SEC’s Proposed Cyber-Reporting Rules Mean for Businesses, Investors, and Their Attorneys

I Went to Law School to Do Pro Bono Work

Building Pro Bono Opportunity in Business Law: Lessons Learned from Goodwin’s Neighborhood Business Initiative

Donald R. Kirk Honored with Chair’s Award for Leadership, Management Roles

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An Overview of the Stablecoin Policy Debate

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Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

OCC Advises “Careful and Cautious” Approach to FinTech-Bank Partnerships

Business of Law

Internet Law & Cyber-Security

The Growing Risks of Data Retention

Business of Law

Analytics in Law Practice: What’s Here, What’s Next

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Understanding and Challenging Targeted Probe and Educate Reviews

Business of Law

Who, Me? Yes, You! The Role of Business Lawyers in Advancing the Rule of Law

Internet Law & Cyber-Security

Securities Law

What the SEC’s Proposed Cyber-Reporting Rules Mean for Businesses, Investors, and Their Attorneys

Legal Opinions & Ethics

Securities Law

Lessons from SEC Enforcement Actions Involving Lawyers

Business of Law

Attorney Career Advancement: Positioning Your Niche Practice

Business of Law

I Went to Law School to Do Pro Bono Work

Business of Law

Approaching 250,000 Questions, ABA Free Legal Answers Connects Clients and Pro Bono Attorneys Online

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

The Power of Corporations and LLCs to Indemnify: Similarities, Differences, and Risks

Business of Law

Building Pro Bono Opportunity in Business Law: Lessons Learned from Goodwin’s Neighborhood Business Initiative

Business of Law

Pro Bono at Fenwick: A Spotlight on Harlem-Based Entrepreneurs

Corporations, LLCs & Partnerships

Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Litigating D&O Claims in the Modern Age: What’s the difference between a breach of fiduciary duty and doing your job really, really badly?

Business of Law

Donald R. Kirk Honored with Chair’s Award for Leadership, Management Roles

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Employment Settlement Tax Misconceptions

Business of Law

Focus on Now: Keys to a Wildly Successful Career

Securities Law

What to Consider When Forming a Corporate Venture Capital Program

Legal Opinions & Ethics

Turning Over a Lawyer’s Hard Drive for Forensic Analysis

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Federal Discrimination Statutes and the Cannabis Industry: An Illegal Industry Still Subject to Federal Laws

Internet Law & Cyber-Security

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

Securities Law

An Overview of the Stablecoin Policy Debate

Business of Law

What’s Your Pro Bono Origin Story?

Securities Law

Down Rounds: What Emerging Companies Should Consider When Raising Capital in a Slowing Economy

Business Regulation & Regulated Industries

It’s Time for Your Fiduciary Check-Up!
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