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July 16, 2019 | Corporate Counsel

CFIUS Issues More Guidance for Dealmakers, Lawyers Say

The updated FAQs provide new insight on the specific circumstances that would trigger the need for review of an investment fund transaction, but they are still very fact-specific and should be reviewed on a case-by-case basis with counsel, lawyers say.

By MP McQueen

3 minute read

July 12, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Inside the Battle Over Litigation Funding Regulation

With more states enacting or considering laws aimed at predatory consumer lending and state attorneys general taking regulatory action, some commercial litigation finance companies worry that they are also targets.

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11 minute read

July 11, 2019 | Law.com

As the Litigation Funding Industry Grows, So Do Efforts to Control It

With more states enacting or considering laws aimed at predatory consumer lending, some commercial litigation finance companies worry that they are also targets.

By MP McQueen

11 minute read

June 24, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Lost and Found: The Long Road Back for Lawyers Waylaid by the Recession

Lawyers who graduated during and shortly after the Great Recession were spun sideways by layoffs and deferrals. Many are still trying to get back on track.

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17 minute read

June 13, 2019 | Corporate Counsel

Gender Bias by Subordinates: What General Counsel Need to Know

Employment lawyers say the issue is coming up frequently these days as a growing number of women establish companies or take leadership roles. While bias by subordinates has not often led to litigation, general counsel need to be aware of the risks.

By MP McQueen

6 minute read

May 29, 2019 | Corporate Counsel

CoinList General Counsel Joins Chorus of Blockchain/Crypto Voices Looking For Regulatory Clarity

Georgia Quinn, general counsel of CoinList, a company that vets and lists cryptocurrency token sales or ICOs, is among the latest in the industry decrying the U.S. government's tardiness in developing a comprehensive regulatory scheme for digital assets.

By MP McQueen

6 minute read

May 21, 2019 | New Jersey Law Journal

As Litigation Funding Industry Grows, Funders Become Litigants

Lawyers knowledgeable about the industry said they believe the increase—including litigation lodged by a New Jersey-based funder—is a function of its relatively recent creation and rapid growth.

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10 minute read

May 16, 2019 | Corporate Counsel

US Treasury Department Warns Cryptocurrency Businesses on Compliance

Sigal Mandelker, U.S. Department of the Treasury undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said “bad actors are trying to leverage virtual currencies to make an end-run around our laws and regulations." She warned cryptocurrency businesses that the feds are watching.

By MP McQueen

5 minute read