HUB Talks

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries. In this episode Judith Rinearson and Felipe Creazzo discuss the Brazilian fintech ecosystem, open banking regulatory activity, the new PIX instant payment system, and more.

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries. In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Lucas Nicolet-Serra discuss Singapore's new normal, decreased retail spending, cashless payments, and regulation of the cryptocurrency market.

In this episode, Desiree Moore and Andy Wright provide a series of quick tips about managing bet-the-company crises, from congressional investigations to data security incidents to C-Suite events and more.

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries. In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Dr. Philipp Riedl discuss consumer economic behaviors, open banking, advice for fintech companies looking to expand into Germany, and the crypto market.

In this episode, Carolyn Branthoover, a partner in our Insurance Recovery and Counseling practice, discusses insurance coverage for COVID-19-related losses in the United States, including key coverage issues, recent legal developments, and strategies for maximizing recovery.

In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Jonathan Miner discuss the general effects of the pandemic on the cryptocurrency industry, trends that could lead to greater consumer adoption of cryptocurrencies, the possible advancement of the U.S. digital dollar, and more.

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.   In this episode Judith Rinearson and Giovanni Campi discuss the resurgence of post-pandemic consumer spending, the impacts of COVID-19 on fintech and mergers and acquisitions, the EU digital finance strategy, and more.

In this episode Judith Rinearson interviews Mary Baker and Daniel Cohen about the major changes in the U.S. beyond COVID-19 since the election, focusing on the establishment of the new U.S. administration and the initiatives that have triggered more legislation in the payments, banking and fintech landscape.

In our new episode of the Congressional Investigations 101 podcast, we welcome back Andy Wright, a partner in our U.S. Congressional Investigations and Public Policy and Law practices, after his brief hiatus to work on a project for President Biden. Andy discusses Congress’ investigative priorities and the impact that the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. Mazars USA may have on congressional investigations of private parties moving forward.

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.   In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Daniel Knight discuss developments in Australia, including post-pandemic retail spending surge, a niche approach in fintech, cryptocurrency activity, and more.

Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.   In this premiere episode Judith Rinearson and Kai Zhang discuss developments in the UK. Specifically, the potential surge in retail spending after COVID-19 lockdown, impacts on open banking and investments, and the immediate consequences of Brexit.

In this second episode of our series on the government's response to the Paycheck Protection Program, white collar practitioners Chris Nasson, David Rybicki, Neil Smith, and Hayley Trahan-Liptak discuss the second phase of enforcement actions that are expected from the government, what the government may be looking for when reviewing borrower's PPP loan, and how a PPP borrower can prepare for a potential audit or enforcement action.

Throughout the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month in the United States. On this episode of Talking Sports Law with K&L Gates, NCAA Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer Donald Remy joins hosts Trevor Gates, Matt Clark, and John Wilson for a conversation about the intersection of race and sports law. Donald discusses his unique path to the NCAA, measures taken by the NCAA and its member organizations to support diversity and inclusion, and significant legal challenges facing the NCAA in coming years.

In this first episode of our series on the government's response to the Paycheck Protection Program, white collar practitioners Chris Nasson, David Rybicki, Neil Smith, and Hayley Trahan-Liptak provide an overview of the program, identify issues that arose with the roll out of the program, and discuss the first phase of the government's enforcement response.

Have you ever wondered what is required to win the rights to host one of the world’s largest sporting events? On this episode of Talking Sports Law, we provide you with an “insider’s view” of a successful World Cup hosting bid with Football Australia Chairman and K&L Gates partner Chris Nikou. Australia and New Zealand were recently selected as hosts of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and Chris was instrumental in developing the successful bid.  In addition to the conversation about the 2023 Women’s World Cup, Chris provides an overview of his practice, the K&L Gates Sports Law practice in Australia, and his path to the chairmanship of Football Australia.

On this episode of Talking Sports Law from K&L Gates, the featured guest is Malte Vosteen, general counsel of Bepro, an innovative sports technology company (and client of K&L Gates). Bepro is primarily focused on the sport of soccer, and the company helps clubs and players measure, understand, and improve performances through video and data.  Bepro offers the “Bepro11” analysis platform which allows users an easy way to manage video and data, and the means to share this across their entire organization.  Bepro works with all levels of clubs across the professional and youth soccer landscape and believes that all users should have access to high quality, usable tools to help improve performances. Malte Vosteen describes the background of the company, his role as its chief legal advisor, and legal issues the company faces as it offers a product at the intersection of sports and technology.

On this episode of Talking Sports Law from K&L Gates, hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates are joined by Randy Haight, General Counsel of Los Angeles FC from Major League Soccer.  Randy describes his background in prior roles with Red Bull, Funny or Die, and the LA Clippers, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on LAFC and the sports world as a whole, and shares his thoughts on sports law trends or issues that he sees on the horizon.

White collar practitioners Neil Smith, William Semins, Nicole Stockey, and David Peet discuss their key takeaways from this year’s 37th International Conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. 

Giovanni Campi, Francis Iyayi, and David Wochner discuss present and future hydrogen incentives offered within the European Union and the United Kingdom.

Sandra Safro and David Wochner kick-off Hydrogen Rising with a discussion about how hydrogen is on the brink of commercial scale development, highlighting governmental incentives and potential challenges facing the industry.

In this episode, we examine how two criminal defendants are aiming to leverage parallel FCPA investigations by the SEC and the DOJ to build their defense.  We’ll also offer our thoughts on the SEC’s new (and improved?) whistleblower program and the Office of Management and Budget’s recent guidance on enforcement in the time of COVID-19.  Finally, we’ll take a look back at the Notorious White Collar herself: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s impact on fraud prosecutions.

Join hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates for a casual conversation with Tennessee Titans General Counsel Dan Werly.  Dan will describe his path to the Titans, his thoughts on the impact of COVID-19 and provide a first-hand account of his experience helping new MLS club Nashville SC receive approval to build a new state-of-the-art soccer stadium. Dan previously served as GC for Nashville SC prior to his current role.

A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes. In this episode, we discuss the government’s initial response to Paycheck Protection Program fraud and we revisit cryptocurrency enforcement. We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes. We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes. Presenters: Hayley Trahan-Liptak and Laura Musselman

In this episode of Voluntary Disclosure, Chris Nasson and David Peet trace the history of the DOJ’s China Initiative at U.S. academic research institutions, and explain why researchers and institutional leadership find themselves in the crosshairs of a variety of government stakeholders.  They also discuss the political implications of past enforcement efforts while contemplating how this trend could evolve in a polarized political climate. 

Join co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates for an entertaining and informative conversation with Seattle Seahawks Associate Counsel Alen Cisija.  Topics include Alen’s path to an in-house legal role with the Seahawks, the impact of COVID-19, predictions for sports law trends in the upcoming year, and Alen’s recommendation for the world’s best chicken wings.

A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes. In this episode, we examine trends in cryptocurrency enforcement and US authorities’ recent illustration of best practices in economic sanctions compliance programs. We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.    Presenters: David Peet and Hayley Trahan-Liptak

A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes. In our debut Newsflash episode we discuss: The Supreme Court declines to require an “official act” under the FCPA The Securities and Exchange Commission juggles a foreign bribery settlement and the future of disgorgement The Department of Justice offers new guidance on the FCPA The first two individuals convicted in the United States in connection with the Panama Papers make sentencing arguments.  We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.    Presenters: David Peet and Hayley Trahan-Liptak

Over the past several years, Seattle Sounders FC have been one of the most successful professional sports organizations in the United States.  Along with having some of the strongest attendance numbers in Major League Soccer, they have won two MLS Cups, and have experience off-field success.  The Sounders FC legal team is led by Maya Mendoza-Exstrom, the club’s General Counsel and VP of Government Affairs. On this episode of “Talking Sports Law” we talk with Maya about her daily responsibilities, how the club has changed over time, unique legal issues presented in a professional sports setting, and what trends she sees in Sports Law for the year ahead. Presenters: John Wilson and Brittani Ojogho-Fields

Agricultural bankruptcies present special and specific issues. The nature of the collateral and the seasonality of the business present a host of questions that need to get answered in order to preserve any value in the estate. From pickles to PACA and everything in between, Margaret Westbrook (Raleigh) and Brandy Sargent (Portland) share their experiences and insights on family farms, agribusiness, and what the future might hold for agricultural bankruptcies. Presenters: Jeffrey Kucera (Miami) , Margaret Westbrook (Raleigh) and Brandy Sargent (Portland)

Hello Working Wise listeners, thank you so much for subscribing to HUB Talks and tuning in to our Labor, Employment And Work Place Safety podcast. We are pleased to announce that our Working Wise podcast series, which has historically been housed under our “HUB Talks” program, has moved to its own standalone program. If you are subscribed to HUB Talks and wish to continue receiving notifications when new Working Wise episodes are available, please search for and subscribe to the stand alone Working Wise program. We are excited about this move and look forward to continuing to provide valuable content to our listeners. Thank you for your continued support of Working Wise!    

In this miniseries, John ReVeal will discuss key issues and top of mind concerns for businesses under the California Consumer Privacy Act, which will go into effect January 1, 2020. In the second episode, John ReVeal discusses the key exceptions to the CCPA, including the exception for information collected or disclosed pursuant to the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and the challenges of qualifying for that exception with respect to all information collected or shared about individuals.  He also will discuss the exception for activities involving the disclosure and use of information under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the new exceptions added by recent CCPA amendments for information relating to employees, for certain business-to-business transactions, and for information relating to certain warranty, recall and motor vehicle repairs.  Presenters: John ReVeal 

In this miniseries, John ReVeal will discuss key issues and top of mind concerns for businesses under the California Consumer Privacy Act, which will go into effect January 1, 2020. In the first episode, John ReVeal discusses the broad outlines of (CCPA), the rights of consumers, what consumer information is protected, and the obligations of businesses under the CCPA when collecting or selling consumers' personal information.

A digital crisis can happen to any company. What can make or break you is how you communicate, both internally and externally. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore give 5 communication tips to counteract a digital crisis and to help you protect your company’s brand and reputation. Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore

In this interview, Jeff Denham, Government Affairs Counselor in the Public Policy and Law practice group, discusses how business executives and their companies can sometimes use congressional investigations as an opportunity to correct the record and, when appropriate, play offense. Presenters: Jeffrey J. Denham and Nancy C. Iheanacho

What should companies, universities, or other institutions do in the face of a crisis?  In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore share five key steps to help clients quickly and effectively prioritize and respond to any crisis situation. Presenters: Elisa D’Amico & Desiree Moore

In this episode, Laura Scully discusses key legislation that the New York State Governor signed on August 12, 2019, as part of his 2019 Women's Justice Agenda. Presenters: Laura Scully

In this episode, Scott Kobil discusses recent cases and EEOC action (and inaction) regarding employer wellness programs’ compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The episode examines some of the challenges facing employers and offers some helpful practices. Presenter: Scott Kobil 

Spotting online imposters isn’t always easy.  In this episode, partners Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore explain how to identify fake accounts and how to take action against them. Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore

In this interview, Andrew M. Wright, partner in the public policy and law and the investigations, enforcement and white collar practice groups, discusses whether companies can refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena and the political, legal, and business challenges associated with this decision. Speakers: Andrew M. Wright and Nancy C. Iheanacho

In this episode of Stopping Traffick, Amy Groff will discuss the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that addresses human trafficking.  She’ll provide an overview of the requirements that apply to all U.S. government contractors under the FAR, as well as the more rigorous requirements that apply to contracts exceeding $500,000 for goods produced or services provided outside the U.S.  She’ll also highlight some best practices and ways to mitigate the potentially harsh consequences of a violation. Presenter:  Amy L. Groff

In today’s digital world, companies must have social media policies and procedures in place. In episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer best practices for crafting these policies to ensure they are tailored to fit both the company’s specific business goals and the unique corporate culture. Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore

In this interview, Andrew M. Wright, Partner in the Public Policy and Law and the Investigations, Enforcement and White Collar practice groups, discusses the importance of knowing the facts and knowing them well during the course of a congressional investigation.  Andy reminds business leaders that success in the congressional investigations context is not about winning a case but surviving a process.   Presenters: Andrew M. Wright and Nancy C. Iheanacho

In this interview, David L. Wochner, Partner and co-Practice Area Leader for K&L Gates’ Policy & Regulatory Practice group, shares his experience and lessons learned from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill congressional hearings.  He reminds business leaders why prudence is your watchword and the real audience is not the committee.  Presenters: David L. Wochner and Nancy C. Iheanacho 

In this episode of the Working Wise Podcast Series, K&L Gates Los Angeles Associate Jimmy Ma discusses recent developments in the EEOC’s reporting requirements for employee pay data. Presenters: Jimmy Ma

Companies are vulnerable to all sorts of social media attacks, from a disgruntled employee spreading negative information to irresponsible social media use by a member of the C-suite. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer five best practices for corporate social media use. Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore

In this interview, R. Paul Stimers, partner in the public policy and law practice group, explains why companies should prepare thoroughly, prepare often, and prepare for the worst when dealing with a congressional investigation. Presenters: Paul Stimers and Nancy C. Iheanacho

In this episode of the Working Wise Podcast Series, K&L Gates Los Angeles Associate Saman Rejali provides an overview of tips and common mistakes to avoid for employers doing business in California. Presenters: Saman Rejali

In this episode, we are flipping the script. Rosie Naylor in our London office plays podcast host and interviews partners Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore to address key questions on the minds of general counsels in the UK.  The two share insights into the most frequent types of digital crises, how companies can plan for them, and best practices for managing any digital crisis, whether across the pond or in your own backyard.  Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore, Rose Naylor

In this episode, Linda Odom and Ernest Simons discuss the increase of M&A deals and investors’ due diligence regulatory concerns. The episode also addresses the implications of contracts for consumer, business, and vendor and supplier contracts. Presenters: Linda Odom and Ernest Simons

In this episode of OnRisk, Lucas Tanglen and Jeff Meagher discuss the cyber insurance implications of the European Union’s new privacy regulation—the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR. The GDPR, which took effect on May 25, 2018, is a far-reaching regulation that imposes obligations on any U.S. company that “processes” the personal data of individuals located in the EU regardless of whether that company has a physical presence in the EU.  In addition, it allows European regulators to impose fines as high as 20 million euros or 4 percent of a company’s total worldwide revenue, whichever is higher, on violators.  As a result, it has attracted considerable attention on both sides of the Atlantic.  This podcast discusses the cyber insurance implications of the GDPR, including whether cyber insurance policies issued to U.S. policyholders cover GDPR-related liabilities, the insurability of GDPR-related fines, and the GDPR-related endorsements that are currently being added to cyber insurance policies in the United States.    Presenters: Lucas Tanglen and Jeff Meagher 

This episode of Talking Sports Law features a discussion with Michael Hammond, General Counsel for Stack Sports, a leading sports technology company.   This episode features an in-depth conversation about a “day in the life” of an in-house GC, recent trends in sports law, and lessons learned throughout Michael’s career in sports and technology.  Stack Sports is the global leader in sports technology providing an integrated technology platform for national governing bodies, youth sports leagues, clubs and associations, parents, coaches and athletes.  Among other things, Stack Sports offers software solutions for player registration, payment processing, game scheduling, and video analysis.    Presenters: John Wilson and Michael Hammond of Stack Sports