Starting June 2, 2025, organizations can apply for the new global Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) certification, enabling seamless data transfers across participating countries. This voluntary certification is initially available to companies in Japan, Korea...
Explore this guidance on the key aspects of preparing a corporate representative for a deposition in patent litigation, expertly authored by Charles A. Weiss of Holland & Knight LLP. The practice note covers the scope and purpose of a Rule 30(b)(6) deposition...
LexisNexis® CounselLink® just released its 2025 Trends Report, now in its 12th year. It shows that average law firm partner rates continued to rise in 2024 at a rate of 5.1%. This increase is the second highest since CounselLink launched its annual Trends...
COBRA Law Compliance The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) is a critical piece of legislation that presents both opportunities and challenges for employers and their legal advisors. While COBRA provides a vital safety net for employees...
Title insurance and surveys are critical for safeguarding the interests of buyers, lenders, and property owners by mitigating legal risks and addressing boundary-related issues. Read this practice note to learn about examining titles and surveys in the due diligence...
Energy markets in Europe weathered a relatively mild winter filled with war. European countries have taken steps to protect their energy infrastructure and have largely weaned themselves off Russian natural gas thanks to the help of American-produced liquified...
In late May, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued Compliance Assistance Release No. 2025-01 , which rescinds Compliance Assistance Release No. 2022-1 , published by the Biden Administration. The earlier release had advised 401(k) plan fiduciaries to avoid including...
When engaging in a private placement of limited liability company (LLC) interests, it is essential to tailor the requisite agreements to the corporate form and the circumstances of the LLC. Use this template to draft a short-form subscription agreement in connection...
L’IA générative pour les juristes : comprendre les fondamentaux Dans cet épisode, nous décryptons pour vous les notions essentielles de LLM, RAG... et revenons sur les usages concrets de l’IA générative pour...
Summary An outside counsel evaluation checklist is a necessary tool to enable vendor recruitment and selection. Enterprise legal management software includes applications for vendor management dashboards, scorecards and selection tools. The evaluation checklist...
In a recent ruling, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois dismissed a Chapter 11 filing, citing the lack of consent from an independent director appointed by the lender. This case highlights the ongoing legal debate over the balance between...
Data can shed light on virtually every question or challenge a nonprofit may face, revealing insights and opportunities along the way. And the better the data, the more you can see and uncover with it. A deep collection of reliable data can be the rocket fuel for...
Large law firms are exploring the potential of generative and agentic AI to improve efficiency and enhance client service, while supporting long-term profitability. Executives at leading firms expect investment in AI technologies to increase over the next five...
Land banking transactions are an alternative financing structure where the land banker (typically an investment group) purchases the land shortly before or soon after the homebuilder acquires it. The parties enter into an option contract for the developer to repurchase...
Check out this checklist from Practical Guidance – Healthcare that outlines the required elements of a nonprofit hospital's Billing and Collections Policy under Section 501(r) of the Internal Revenue Code. The checklist establishes what actions a nonprofit...
DSM Avocats à la Cour est un cabinet d'avocats indépendant basé à Luxembourg, dont l'équipe est composée de plus de 40 personnes, dont environ 30 avocats et juristes. Depuis 20 ans, DSM Avocats à la Cour...
Want to know how to balance the benefits of artificial intelligence tools against associated risks to employee privacy? Read our practice note, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Employee Privacy , by Damon Silver, Eric Felsberg, Douglas Klein, Gregory Brown, Julia...
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), as enacted, mandates that certain U.S. and foreign entities disclose their beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), aiming to curb illicit financial activities facilitated by anonymous...
Discover how nothing says “legacy risk” like a 1972 occurrence clause. Read now » Related Content Environmental Liability Coverage and Exclusions under Commercial General Liability (CGL) Policies Explore critical environmental liability...
Class B malls have struggled in recent years with the decrease in mall shoppers and the departure of anchor tenants. Developers and owners are revitalizing Class B malls and filling vacancies by introducing mixed-use elements such as apartments, hotels, healthcare...
When a client asks whether entering into a joint venture is allowed under its current credit facility, it’s important to assess potential restrictions in the credit agreement. These agreements often limit a borrower’s ability to acquire, form, or participate...
Unlock the secrets to seamless architect negotiations with our comprehensive guide. The Architect Services Playbook offers a strategic framework for drafting and negotiating service agreements, complete with preferred provisions, fallback language, and expert drafting...
Each year on April 22, Earth Day inspires individuals, governments, and organizations to reflect on their role in protecting the planet. But for many mission-driven nonprofits, Earth Day is a call to action with the support of one of the nonprofit sector’s...
The April 2025 update in Practical Guidance has introduced an extensive array of new resources, refined trackers, and innovative templates across multiple legal practice areas. Designed to address contemporary challenges and shifting market trends, this update...
By: LexisNexis CounselLink The CLOC Global Institute is the annual meeting where corporate legal operations professionals from around the world gather to “Open New Doors” each year, so we thought it was only fitting that we chose this year’s...