“We’ve heard significant concerns about how rollup strategies may have been used to consolidate market power across an array of sectors, from housing to defense to cybersecurity,” FTC Chair Lina Khan said.
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Privilege in Public Relations: Can Clients Protect Communications Between Their Lawyers and PR Firms?
Because PR firms may be considered third parties for privilege purposes, it is crucial that communications between a company’s counsel and its PR firm are handled with care to avoid waiving the attorney-client privilege.
How I Made Partner: 'Consider Your Co-Workers as Clients,' Says Taylor Weinstein of Pryor Cashman
“Having a positive attitude about work assignments is noted and makes partners want to work with you in the future. Ultimately, it will be your partners and peers who will be deciding on your promotion, so you want as many people on your side to advocate for you when the time comes.”
SEC Enforcement Chief: 'It's No Longer Really a Question of If We'll Find Out About a Violation, but When'
“You don’t need to conduct a complete internal investigation before coming in and speaking with us. The key here is to be up front.” said Gurbir Grewal, director of the Division of Enforcement.
Appellate Court Vacates Suspension of Alex Jones Lawyer Norm Pattis
“I like decisions like this that help us understand how the rules work and what kind of conduct will violate a rule,” ethics expert Mark Dubois said. “The purpose of lawyer discipline is general deterrence so that all of us who labor in the vineyards know where the lines are, what to watch out for.” […]