The Motley Fool

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The UAE legalizing gambling would suggest that commercial forces could grab the upper hand in that particular tug-of-war: The UAE appears to be tapping American expertise as it readies itself for gamblers.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 16, 2023

A lack of any progress on federal marijuana legalization has led to some significant sell-offs. Many investors appear to be waiting for more favorable market conditions, possibly even waiting for legalization to occur first. But waiting until legalization to invest in this growing industry could be a big mistake.

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The Motley Fool

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

marijuana legalization inevitable? Does this mean legalization is coming? Even if the DEA moves forward with rescheduling marijuana, that isn't enough to make the substance legal. Congress would still need to pass legislation to create a legal framework for marijuana. I don't expect legalization to take place in the U.S.

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The Motley Fool

JUNE 14, 2023

Marijuana isn't legal in the U.S. But there can be lots of confusion for investors because in some ways, it is legal. Investors, however, should be wary of these types of reports, as they can be misleading and perhaps even suggest that legalization is closer at hand than it really is. and may not be for a long time. If the U.S.

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Anzu Partners

AUGUST 22, 2023

North Andover, MA, August 22, 2023 – 6K , a leader in the sustainable production of critical materials for lithium-ion batteries and additive manufacturing, today announced the appointment of David Tressler as Chief Legal Officer. He played a key role for over six years in building Waymo’s sophisticated legal team.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 31, 2023

Both of these companies face some lofty legal bills and challenges, and investors should be careful when buying these stocks just for their payouts. But the legal risks 3M faces didn't end with this settlement. Even if it can manage these current legal battles, the business doesn't appear to be as strong as it used to be.

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Serent Capital

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The post Serent-backed Actionstep acquires North American legal accounting platform Soluno appeared first on Serent Capital.

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Private Equity Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Apollo paid outgoing legal chief almost $8.4m in 2022 Submitted 21/08/2023 - 12:21pm John Sudyam, the long-serving Chief Legal Officer at Apollo Global Management, received about $8.4m The filing shows that Suydam's compensation package comprised a $2.5m annual base salary plus over $3.9m in stock awards.

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Entrepreneur - VC

AUGUST 7, 2023

Tech mogul Elon Musk has made a striking commitment to cover legal expenses for individuals who have faced workplace discrimination due to their activity on X (formerly Twitter).

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Private Equity Wire

AUGUST 15, 2023

MFA preps for SEC fee disclosure legal challenge Submitted 15/08/2023 - 10:38am A legal clash between hedge funds and private equity firms and the SEC is looming large over the regulator's proposed plan to tighten rules on the disclosure of fees and dealing with investors, according to a report by Bloomberg.

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Entrepreneur - VC

JUNE 21, 2023

Marketers who work in the legal industry know that the landscape can rapidly change, and to stay ahead, one must innovate to stay relevant.

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Serent Capital

AUGUST 31, 2023

The post Serent-backed Actionstep acquires Australian legal software company FilePro appeared first on Serent Capital.

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PE Hub

AUGUST 29, 2023

Goodwin Procter LLP acted as legal counsel to SK Capital while Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL acted as legal counsel to Isolatek. The post SK Capital scoops up fireproofing technology provider Isolatek appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Bain Capital and Vista Equity Partners are among the firms investing in legal tech. The post Private equity is helping law firms modernize, and it’s about time appeared first on PE Hub.

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The Motley Fool

AUGUST 30, 2023

Legal issues have been a big factor weighing on the stock. However, 3M has recently agreed to a couple of multibillion-dollar settlements that could put its legal woes in the rearview mirror. However, 3M's future legal liabilities have become clearer this year. Its share price has tumbled nearly 50% over the last three years.

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Financial Times M&A

MAY 9, 2023

David Pannick KC, whose recent cases include Boris Johnson’s partygate probe, will lead the gaming group’s legal challenge

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The Healthcare Investor

JULY 10, 2023

In this follow-up episode, David joins host Geoff Cockrell to expand on a larger trend in healthcare litigation: Private equity funds are finding themselves legally responsible for the activity of the companies in their portfolio.

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FinSMEs

AUGUST 27, 2023

More than half the US has begun the process of legalizing USA sports betting sites.

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PE Hub

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

First Analysis Securities Corporation was financial advisor to ClearCompany while Winston & Strawn LLP served as legal advisor. The post Gemspring acquires HR software firm ClearCompany appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Soluno is a Toronto-based legal accounting software company. The post Serent Capital-backed Actionstep picks up Soluno appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

AUGUST 24, 2023

Morgan is serving as financial advisor to Subway while Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is serving as legal counsel. The post Roark Capital to buy fast-food restaurant chain Subway appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

McDermott is acting as its legal advisor to Iron Path while FORVIS, LLP is acting as financial advisor. The post Iron Path acquires electric motors manufacturer TruTech appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

AUGUST 16, 2023

The legal sector is 'really behind on technology and historically been a slow technology adopter,' said RF Investment Partners' Jacob Gordon. The post RF aims to help law firms modernize with Nextpoint’s eDiscovery offerings appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

JULY 12, 2023

Guggenheim Securities, LLC served as financial advisor to Gemspring while McDermott Will & Emery, LLP served as legal advisor. The post Gemspring scoops up beauty products provider Bradford appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

JUNE 12, 2023

Greenberg Traurig acted as legal advisor to Grovecourt. The post Grovecourt buys Premier Radiology Services appeared first on PE Hub.

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PE Hub

MAY 31, 2023

McGuireWoods served as legal advisor to Trinity Hunt on the deal. The post Trinity Hunt invests in clinical trial network Centricity Research appeared first on PE Hub.

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Financial Times M&A

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Lawyers face greater scrutiny over acquisitions

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PE Hub

JUNE 5, 2023

Akin Gump served as legal counsel to Paine Schwartz. The post Elemental Enzymes inks investment from Paine Schwartz Partners appeared first on PE Hub.

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Entrepreneur - VC

JULY 10, 2023

In a "novel" case involving a farmer and grain buyer, a judge ultimately ruled that under the circumstances, a thumbs-up emoji can be considered a digital signature.

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The Motley Fool

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

On the one hand, there's real progress in the Senate, with efforts to advance a Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act that would permit banks to provide services to marijuana businesses in states that have legalized cannabis sales. So it's more of a political pitch than a legislative pitch to win votes for legalizing marijuana.

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Financial Times - Banking

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Sports Direct owner seeks testimony from James Gorman as it gears up for High Court battle with investment bank

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PE Hub

AUGUST 2, 2023

Raymond James and Foley & Lardner LLP served as financial advisor and legal advisor, respectively to SES. The post Palladium Equity Partners buys industrial cleaning service Superior Environmental Solutions appeared first on PE Hub.

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Private Equity Insights

AUGUST 16, 2023

Kirkland & Ellis served as legal counsel to Bain. Morgan Stanley & Co LLC is serving as financial adviser to Fogo de Chão and Rhône, while Sullivan & Cromwell served as legal counsel. Bain arranged debt financing for the deal from Deutsche Bank, which is also serving as financial advisor to the firm.

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Entrepreneur - VC

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Katy Perry's embroiled in a real estate legal battle with Carl Westcott, founder of 1-800-Flowers. Learn why the $15 million Montecito home's sale is contested.

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Private Equity Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Ontra has launched Ontra Atlas, an entity management solution designed specifically for private investment firms which aims to streamline the organisation and management of legal entities and workflows associated with firm and fund operations.

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Advent International

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Morrison will assume the roles of General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, effective at year end. She will succeed James Westra, who has served as Managing Partner and Chief Legal Officer for Advent since 2011 and will retire at the conclusion of 2022. She earned her J.D. from Harvard Law School and a B.A. from Wake Forest University.

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Financial Times M&A

JULY 7, 2023

Elite attorneys accused of engineering ‘improper bonus payment’ after it defended group’s board in 2022 buyout fight

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