By: Ryan M. Scofield and Parthiv Rishi , Sidley Austin LLP Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is now a global pandemic and continues to dominate headlines as confirmed cases of the virus escalate. As of March 27, 2020, The World Health Organization reports more than...
By: Mollie Duckworth , Jonathan Gordon , John Kaercher , Carina Antweil , and Michael Portillo , Baker Botts LLP Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), so called blank-check companies, are experiencing a resurgence in the current turbulent economic climate...
By: the Practical Guidance Attorney Team This article discusses trends in provisions relating to representations and warranties (R&W) insurance in acquisition agreements for transactions announced in the first half of 2020 as compared to transactions announced...
By: Jamie Payne, LEXIS PRACTICAL GUIDANCE This article discusses recent market trends in de-SPAC transactions (acquisitions involving Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs)) in 2021, covering notable transactions, deal structure and process, and other...
By: Sarah E. Fortt , VINSON & ELKINS LLP The market for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) professionals is hot. As companies, consulting firms, financial institutions, law firms and government agencies race to build out their sustainability and...