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The Great Reckoning

John Ettorre

Eight years after the financial crisis, aftereffects continue to ripple through the financial sector.

What's Next for Network Neutrality?

Christopher W. Savage

Basel III and New Challenges for Lending to Commercial Developments

Verrill Dana

The Globalization of the Loan Market

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher

It remains a relevant question as to whether any market will ever completely drop its resistance to incorporating terms to which it is not accustomed.

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Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.

A Hectic Autumn Lies Ahead for Financial Institutions

Francisco Uría

All these new regulations share certain common features: they impact on almost all areas of a bank across the board (legal counsel, legislative compliance, business, technology, etc.).

USA v. Moss Limits Regulatory Jurisdiction on the OCS

Grady S. Hurley

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has primary regulatory jurisdiction over OCS oil and gas operations. Following the Deepwater Horizon incident in 2011, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) was created to issue leases and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) established to promote safety, protect the environment, and conserve national resources.

FinTech at the Crossroads

Rob Scavone, Pat Forgione, Tayleigh Armstrong, and Kelly Kan

Regulating the Revolution

Sovereign Enterprise Partnership with Indian Tribes

Edward D. Gehres

Four things every tribe and its partners can’t miss.

Public-Private Partnerships in Puerto Rico: A Handbook

DLA Piper

Historically, there has been vigorous debate among the residents of Puerto Rico for and against the privatization of public property and public services.

The Problems with Probate

Anthony J. Enea

The complexity, cost and delays associated with the Probate process are not often discussed. The following are some of the reasons one should try to avoid utilizing a Last Will that needs to be admitted to Probate upon one's demise:

Protect Your Pets: Westchester Elder Law Attorney Anthony Enea Explains How to Provide for Pets in an Estate Plan

Anthony J. Enea

Along with pet ownership comes the responsibility of ensuring your companion animal's care and well-being - even if that extends beyond your lifetime.

The Publisher Is You: How to Tell Your Story Effectively

Kit Frieden

Control the narrative and bring attention to your work and expertise with these publishing tips.

Treaty Visas: A Good Option for Businesses

Eric Fleischmann

Business immigration attorneys have a challenging task. Clients, typically large multinationals, have high expectations.

An Overview of Russia

Anton Novoseltsev

The approval is only required if it is requested by a member of the supervisory board, a member of the executive board, a CEO, or a 1 percent shareholder.

A Trump Administration Is a Reality. So, Now What?

John W.H. Denton AO

"How do we make intelligent choices and decisions now when US policy is unclear? Inauguration Day is 20 January 2017. It is useful to look at the key policy approach identified in the campaign."

Changes to the H-1B Visa Program

Felicia L. Gittleman

As a law firm specializing in business immigration since 1984, our firm has seen many changes to the H-1B visa program over the years.

Going Global

Joseph K. Reinhart, Esq. and Meredith Odato Graham, Esq.

Expanding the scope of environmental review for the energy sector.

Cyber School

Elizabeth S. Fitch and Theodore M. Schaer

Cybersecurity and the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance’s School of Cyber Claims

Internet Speech in the Crosshairs

Jamie Gorelick and Ari Holtzblatt

Charges of anti-right bias notwithstanding, online platforms are on solid ground when they defend their policies and procedures as neutral and protected by the First Amendment.