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This week, Olivia welcomes Joint Managing Director Michael Evans for a discussion on how law firms are responding to Trump's impact on the legal industry, the revenue growth of Orrick and Simpson Thacher, the Legal Services Board's criticism of the SRA, and the BBC's latest legal drama. Thank you for Listening!

President Donald Trump has targeted major law firms in his second term in unprecedented ways. He hit three Big Law firms with executive orders that pose potentially existential threats to those firms. Then on March 21, the Trump administration issued a broad memo targeting any lawyer who files “frivolous, unreasonable, and even vexatious litigation against the United States.” On this podcast episode we're talking about yet another way the administration is going after firms. Andrea Lucas, the acting chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, sent a letter to 20 major firms such as Kirkland & Ellis, Skadden, and Simpson Thacher requesting extensive documentation to investigate whether their Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs are discriminatory. The EEOC is asking for names, gender, race, law school and GPA information for all who have applied to be hired since 2019. Joining the podcast are two Bloomberg Law reporters who are following this story, Business & Practice reporter Tatyana Monnay and EEOC reporter Rebecca Klar. Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Cartel enforcement remains a priority for agencies around the world, but in recent years enforcers have continued to focus on domestic cases. With political and personnel changes in the U.S. and across the globe, what can we expect in 2025 and beyond? John Terzaken, Partner and Global Co-Chair of Simpson Thacher's Antitrust and Trade Regulation Practice, joins James Hunsberger and Jaclyn Phillips to discuss his latest cartel enforcement forecast and what has changed since his 2022 forecast. Listen to this episode to learn more about likely enforcement priorities from the Trump DOJ and global agencies, including AI, ESG, labor markets, and public procurement. With special guest: John Terzaken, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Related Links: Simpson Thacher's 2025 Global Cartel Forecast Our Curious Amalgam #160: What in the World Is Happening With Antitrust Enforcement? Antitrust Cartel Enforcement's Return to Global Scale in 2022 Hosted by: James Hunsberger, Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP and Jaclyn Phillips, White & Case LLP

Houston's legal market wasn't always one of the most competitive arenas in Big Law. But today, 14 of the 15 largest law firms by revenue have an office in Space City. The market's growth has mirrored the explosion of the country's energy industry over the past decade or so. And the competition among law firms continues to evolve, as the biggest firms fight for their share of a market once dominated by local firms. On this episode of On the Merits, Bloomberg Law's Roy Strom spoke with Nick Dhesi, the managing partner of Latham & Watkins' Houston office, which is credited as the first to truly crack the once-insular market. Latham in February celebrated its 15th year in Houston. The firm has more than 120 lawyers in the city, the fifth-largest presence among the 100 largest firms by revenue, according to Leopard Solutions. Other firms, such as Kirkland & Ellis, Sidley Austin, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, have piled into the market, lured by its dominant oil and gas scene. Just last year, Paul Weiss made an unsuccessful effort to open in Houston, Bloomberg Law reported, which included an attempt to poach from Latham. Latham, the second-largest firm by revenue, now has a roughly $2 billion energy and infrastructure practice, led by Houston partner Justin Stolte. In the podcast, Dhesi talks about Latham's main competitors now, what a "dirt lawyer" is, and how the Texas legal market will respond to an economy that's branching out of the traditional oil and gas deals that powered its growth. He also discusses how the Houston and Dallas legal markets are different, and what Texas law schools have been doing to supply more high-caliber lawyers to all the top firms clamoring for talent in the state. Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Mary Ellen Stanek, chief investment officer at Baird Advisors — president of the Baird Funds — says that the need to slow interest rate cuts has been building for a while, but that it's a sign of a strong economy and it's good for bond investors, without taking all of the starch out of the stock market. She says this week's news from the Federal Reserve about slowing cuts doesn't change Baird's forecast for 2025, noting that they expected good values in bonds through the new year and that those yields only got better with the latest announcement from the central bank. Amanda Agati, chief investment officer at PNC Financial Services Group, discusses the wild rate of inflation seen in the firm's 41st annual Christmas Price Index, which this year showed that the cost of buying your true love the gifts from the 12 Days of Christmas would set you back nearly $50,000. Bryan Piccirillo discusses an Edward Jones survey which showed that 81 percent of Americans are confident in their ability to keep their financial resolutions — the big ones being building a savings account, paying off credit card debt and increasing income — despite the terrible success rate that resolutions normally have. Plus, Ken Burdon, a partner in the registered funds practice at Simpson Thacher and Bartlett, discusses how the return of President Donald Trump might benefit closed-end funds. 

Ken Burdon, a partner in the registered funds practice at Simpson Thacher and Bartlett, discusses how the return of President Donald Trump might benefit closed-end funds. One key development he will be looking for is for the approval of new investment vehicles that give retail investors more access to private credit markets and other alternative assets that have been until now the domain of affluent investors and institutions. He notes that the first Trump Administration was generally in favor of making more investment opportunities available, and he thinks that will pick up in the new term, especially with the selection of Paul Atkins as a potential new SEC chairman. Burdon also talks about how activist investors might be impacted by the regime change.

We interview William Clayton on the SEC's private funds rulemaking and related litigation.  Professor Clayton lays out his views on agency conflicts in the high-end private funds securities contracting market, discusses the Fifth Circuit's recent decision in National Association of Private Fund Managers v. SEC (5th Cir. 2024), and offers some thoughts looking forward beyond the presidential election. A bit about William Clayton: William W. Clayton is Professor of Law at The J. Reuben Clark Law School of Brigham Young University, where he co-directs the Global Business Law Program and teaches courses on contracts, business organizations, and corporate finance.  He is a leading researcher on private markets and private equity funds contracting and governance, whose work has been cited extensively in agency rulemaking and litigation amicus briefs, as well as published in other journals such as the Yale Journal on Regulation and Vanderbilt Law Review.  Before joining the BYU Law faculty, Professor Clayton worked as a corporate lawyer at Wachtell-Lipton, and as a private funds lawyer at Simpson-Thacher in New York, and was Executive Director of the Yale Law School center for the study of Corporate Law.  Professor Clayton holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, and an M.B.A. and B.A. from Stanford University.  We were pleased to publish Professor Clayton's article High-End Securities Regulation: Reflections on the SEC's 2022-23 Private Funds Rulemaking in the Harvard Business Law Review last fall.  Now, given subsequent litigation and regulatory updates including National Association of Private Fund Managers v. SEC (5th Cir. 2024), we are thrilled to welcome him to the Harvard Business Law Review Podcast to discuss current events. 

How is AI going to change the practice of law? How is one of the most forward looking law firms adapting? And will the billable hour go away? Joe Green, Chief Innovation Officer at Gunderson Dettmer and Cofounder & Director of the Open Cap Table Coalition, steered a law career starting at major Wall Street firm Simpson Thacher towards the worlds of tech and product management, with stop-offs in academia and legal publishing along the way. Ultimately, he found that his legal mindset guided him in his technical work, and his understanding of business and innovation strengthened his legal abilities. Listen as Joe discusses strategies to shift your careers towards your passion through pro bono work, stepping into board advisory roles, parsing the influx of investment into legal tech, and whether the billable hour will really go away in our lifetime. Read detailed summary: https://www.spotdraft.com/podcast/episode-48 Topics: Introduction: 0:00Moving into a tech advisor role at Gunderson Dettmer after a career start at Simpson Thacher: 2:11Moving away from the standard legal path at Thompson Reuters: 5:38Taking on side hustles that pull you towards tech and product: 8:43Founding the Open Cap Table Coalition: 11:59Rejoining Gunderson Dettmer and moving into the CIO role: 18:04Challenging the billable hour model: 20:56Leading and launching innovative projects: 30:06Shifting from a legal to a technical mindset: 33:44Discussing the influx of investment into legal tech: 37:20Predicting the future of legal services: 41:06Book Recommendations: 43:41What you wish you'd known as a young lawyer: 45:40 Connect with us: Joe Green - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joegreen1/ Tyler Finn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerhfinn SpotDraft - https://www.linkedin.com/company/spotdraft SpotDraft is a leading CLM platform that solves your end-to-end contract management issues. Visit https://www.spotdraft.com to learn more.

In the latest episode of the Cross Examiner podcast, we delve into a contentious legal battle that has significant implications for the separation of church and state in the United States. Our host, an attorney and atheist, interviews Sam Grover, Senior Counsel for Litigation at the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF), to discuss their lawsuit challenging Louisiana's newly enacted law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom.The episode opens with a strong statement from the host, highlighting the alarming rise of Christian nationalism and the misinformation fueling it. This sets the stage for a deep dive into the legal intricacies of the case. Sam Grover, who has been with FFRF for over a decade, provides a comprehensive overview of the coalition formed to challenge the law. This coalition includes heavyweights like the ACLU, ACLU of Louisiana, and Americans United for Separation of Church and State, along with the law firm Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, which is offering pro bono services.Grover explains the mechanics of how such a coalition operates, from vetting potential plaintiffs to drafting the complaint. He emphasizes the overwhelming response from Louisiana residents who are concerned about the law's implications, highlighting that the coalition's plaintiffs include not just atheists and agnostics but also Christians and members of minority religions.One of the most compelling parts of the episode is the discussion about the real-world implications for plaintiffs. Grover recounts the harassment and threats faced by individuals who stand up against such unconstitutional laws, emphasizing the bravery of the plaintiffs involved in this case.The discussion then shifts to the legal arguments against the law. Grover breaks down the claims under the First Amendment's Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause. He argues that the Louisiana law is a blatant constitutional violation, citing the Supreme Court's precedent in Stone v. Graham, which struck down a similar law in Kentucky in 1980. Despite the Supreme Court's recent shift away from the Lemon test, which was used in Stone v. Graham, Grover remains confident that the coercive nature of the law will render it unconstitutional.The episode also touches on the broader implications of the Supreme Court's recent decisions, particularly the move towards a "history and tradition" test for Establishment Clause cases. Grover expresses concern about this shift but remains hopeful that the clear lack of historical precedent for such a law in public schools will work in their favor.The interview concludes with a call to action for listeners to support FFRF and other organizations fighting for the separation of church and state. Grover encourages listeners to become members, highlighting the importance of collective action in safeguarding constitutional rights.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in constitutional law, religious freedom, and the ongoing battle against Christian nationalism. Grover's insights provide a clear understanding of the stakes involved and the legal strategies being employed to protect the First Amendment.Introduction 00:00:00Interview with Sam Grover 00:02:00Background on FFRF and Legal Career 00:04:00Details of the Louisiana Case 00:10:00Legal Strategies and Challenges 00:20:00Historical Context and Legal Precedents 00:30:00Potential Outcomes and Future Implications 00:45:00Closing Remarks 00:58:00For more information about the Freedom from Religion Foundation and to support their efforts, visit their website at https://www.ffrf.org. To stay updated on future episodes and content, visit our website at https://www.thecrossexaminer.net.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, liking, and sharing the podcast. Your support helps us reach more

This Day in Legal History: Flag Statutes in Public SchoolsOn this day in legal history, June 14, 1943, the US Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, profoundly impacting the rights of individuals in public schools. The case arose when Jehovah's Witnesses challenged a West Virginia mandate requiring students to salute the American flag and recite the Pledge of Allegiance, actions contrary to their religious convictions. The Court ruled that forcing students to participate in patriotic rituals violated their First Amendment rights to freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Justice Robert H. Jackson, writing for the majority, asserted that compelling students to salute the flag was a form of coerced speech that infringed upon their individual liberties. The decision overturned the 1940 ruling in Minersville School District v. Gobitis, which had upheld mandatory flag salutes. Jackson famously stated, "If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official... can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion."This ruling reinforced the principle that the government cannot force individuals to express beliefs they do not hold. It underscored the protection of individual freedoms against state-imposed conformity, significantly shaping the interpretation of First Amendment rights in the educational context. The Barnette decision remains a cornerstone in American constitutional law, symbolizing the enduring protection of individual liberties in the face of governmental authority.Large national law firms are increasingly establishing offices in Boston, potentially overshadowing local firms that have operated regionally for decades. This year, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, Paul Hastings, and Blank Rome announced new Boston offices, while Covington & Burling, Arnold & Porter, and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld did so last year. In a notable move, Goodwin Procter recently recruited a five-partner tech and life sciences team from Cooley in Boston, signaling a consolidation trend in legal services within these sectors. The health and energy industries have remained strong in a sluggish deals market, bolstered by the financial strength of health care giants and incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act.The number of law firm openings in Boston has surged over the past decade, with over 40 firms establishing a presence since 2016. This influx includes regulatory-focused firms like Covington and UK-based Magic Circle firms such as Allen & Overy. As large firms move in, regional firms face the risk of losing talent and clients.Despite these developments, the efforts of new Big Law entrants in Boston remain in their early stages, with firms like Simpson Thacher planning deliberate growth to tap into the city's talent pool.Big Law Firms Eye Boston to Tap Hot Tech, Health Care MarketsThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has three new commissioners, which could influence the review process for natural gas pipelines and liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals. Industry advocates argue these projects are essential to meet rising electricity demand, while environmental groups push for rejection due to the long-term climate impacts of fossil fuels. The newly confirmed commissioners—Democrats David Rosner and Judy Chang, and Republican Lindsay See—join FERC at a critical time. With Commissioner Allison Clements' upcoming departure, FERC will regain a 3-2 Democratic majority for the first time in 18 months.Historically, FERC's decisions on natural gas have been contentious, with a 2022 policy to scrutinize gas projects leading to the end of former Chairman Richard Glick's tenure. The new commissioners have indicated a focus on gas infrastructure, despite past environmental concerns. Chang, for example, moderated her previous stance against new gas pipelines during her confirmation hearing.FERC's decisions are crucial amid growing electricity demands, driven by factors like artificial intelligence and increased manufacturing. Natural gas consumption is at record highs, and new power generation, particularly from gas, is necessary to meet future needs. However, permitting reviews and litigation have slowed the expansion of pipeline capacity. Industry experts stress the need for regulatory certainty to align infrastructure with demand, a sentiment echoed by the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America. The new FERC commissioners face the challenge of balancing these competing interests as they begin their terms.Divisive Gas Reviews Pose Early Test for New FERC CommissionersOn June 13, the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee advanced bipartisan legislation to create 66 new judgeships in federal district courts across states like California, Delaware, and Texas. This marks the first major judiciary expansion in over three decades. The committee's unanimous 20-0 vote moves the JUDGES Act to the full Senate for consideration. If enacted, it will be the first comprehensive authorization of new judges since 1990, addressing longstanding requests to manage rising caseloads in 25 district courts nationwide.The last time new judgeships were created was in 2003, but efforts to expand the federal bench have since stalled due to partisan concerns. The current bill mitigates these concerns by incrementally adding the new judicial seats over ten years, starting in January 2025, after the 2024 presidential election. This phased approach aims to prevent any single party or president from gaining an advantage.Democratic Senator Chris Coons, a co-sponsor of the bill, emphasized the urgency of expanding the federal bench to address the growing backlog of court filings since 1990. The JUDGES Act aligns with recommendations from the Judicial Conference, seeking to add judges in districts facing a "genuine crisis of workload."U.S. District Judge Robert Conrad expressed the judiciary's appreciation for the Senate's efforts. The judiciary currently has 677 authorized district court seats and 10 temporary ones, which another Senate-passed bill aims to make permanent.Initially opposed to adding more judges, Republican Senator Chuck Grassley supported the bill after amendments spread the additions over time. The JUDGES Act now plans to introduce the 66 new judgeships in five stages through 2035, with three temporary judgeships in Oklahoma.A companion bill is pending in the Republican-led House of Representatives, backed by Representative Darrell Issa, chair of the House Judiciary Committee's panel on courts.US Senate panel advances bipartisan bill to create new judgeships | ReutersThe proposed $30 billion antitrust settlement between Visa and Mastercard to limit credit and debit card fees for merchants is in jeopardy. U.S. District Judge Margo Brodie in Brooklyn indicated she is likely to reject the settlement, citing her intent to write an opinion detailing her decision. Both Visa and Mastercard expressed disappointment, describing the settlement as a fair and appropriate resolution to the nearly 19-year-old litigation.Announced on March 26, the settlement aimed to address most claims from nationwide litigation, with small businesses making up over 90% of the settling merchants. Businesses have long argued that Visa and Mastercard's swipe fees, which totaled $172 billion in 2023, are excessive and that the card networks illegally prevent them from steering customers to cheaper payment methods. The settlement proposed reducing swipe fees by at least 0.04 percentage points for three years, capping rates for five years, and removing anti-steering provisions.However, objectors, including the National Retail Federation, criticized the settlement as insufficient, arguing that it would still allow Visa and Mastercard to control swipe fees and prevent future claims by merchants. The case, known as In re Payment Card Interchange Fee and Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation, is being heard in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.Visa, Mastercard $30 billion fee settlement in peril | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by John David Davis.John David Davis (22 October 1867 – 20 November 1942), often known as J. D. Davis, was an English composer born in Edgbaston, near Birmingham. Although he was born into a musical family, Davis was initially sent to Frankfurt to prepare for a commercial career. However, his passion for music led him to study under Hans von Bülow. Davis completed his education in Germany before furthering his studies in Brussels with Léopold Wallner, Arthur De Greef, and Maurice Kufferath.Upon returning to Birmingham in 1889, Davis began teaching music, notably at the Birmingham and Midland Institute from 1893 to 1904. In 1905, he joined the Guildhall School of Music as a professor of harmony and composition and also served as Professor of Solfège at the International Conservatoire in London.In 1919, Davis married Helen Winifred Juta, the daughter of South African judge Henry Juta. The couple lived in Earls Court, London, before moving to Lisbon in 1936. Davis passed away in Estoril, Portugal, in 1942, and his wife later returned to South Africa, where she died in 1952.This week's closing theme is John David Davis' evocative piece, "Summer's Eve at Cookham Lock, Op. 50." Composed in 1916 for the London String Quartet, this work captures the serene beauty of a summer evening at Cookham Lock. Known for its lyrical quality and gentle atmosphere, "Summer's Eve at Cookham Lock" offers a tranquil auditory experience.The piece, also known as an Idyl for string quartet, demonstrates Davis' ability to paint a vivid picture through music. Its delicate melodies and harmonies reflect the calm and reflective mood of a summer evening by the water. This composition stands as a testament to Davis' skill in creating evocative and picturesque musical landscapes, making it a fitting and soothing choice for this week's closing theme. Enjoy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

In the latest episode of The Regulatory Roundtable, co-produced with Simpson Thacher's The Funds Channel, we discuss the SEC's focus on artificial intelligence, including in exams and the recent settlements with two investment advisers in connection with their statements regarding their use of artificial intelligence, and considerations for looking ahead.Episode Resources:5/2/24 SEC Examination Lessons Learned During the Biden/Gensler Era and Looking Ahead4/18/24 Compliance Policies Update Hot Topics3/19/24 SEC Fines Two Investment Advisers for “AI Washing” 11/1/23 White House Issues Landmark Executive Order on Artificial IntelligenceMeet Your Episode Hosts:Shannon M. O'SullivanPartner; host and moderator of The Funds Channel; concentrates on the formation and operation of a diverse platform of private fundsMeaghan A. Kelly, Simpson ThacherPartner; specializes in advising fund managers with respect to SEC examinations, compliance and disclosure questions, and SEC enforcement investigations Contact UsTo learn more, visit us at www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com. If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher expressly disclaims all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher makes no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher.

John Howlett, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Clearwater, speaks with Carolyn V. Metnick, Partner, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, and Vanessa K. Burrows, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, about the current regulatory and legal landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care. They discuss some of the most compelling ways health care organizations are using AI; the legal, ethical, privacy, and data security considerations around AI; enforcement activity and consumer lawsuits; and what health care organizations should be doing when getting ready to deploy AI. Carolyn and Vanessa spoke about this topic at AHLA's 2024 Advising Providers: Legal Strategies for AMCs, Physicians, and Hospitals, in New Orleans, LA. Sponsored by Clearwater.To learn more about AHLA and the educational resources available to the health law community, visit americanhealthlaw.org.

This week on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we sit down with Katherine Allen, CEO and Co-Founder of Flo Recruit, a company making waves in the way both law schools and law firms orchestrate their recruitment processes. Katherine tells us the story of how she started innovating in the legal industry before graduating from college. We then discuss how the company strives to tackle some of the more complex operational challenges faced by law firms in their never-ending efforts to recruit the top talent. For his move of the week, Zach covers Javad Asghari's move to Simpson Thacher, while David dives into a string of recent high-profile antitrust hires.

Alfred de Zayas discusses how democracy and media and institutions in the West have become fake and are morphing into Orwellian totalitarianism. However, the world is changing, we are no longer the unipolar world of Washington and Brussels, we are a multipolar world...the global majority is not anymore with the West. NATO is a criminal organization with a history of violence and violation of the UN Charter. The EU is a scam. We are living the totalitarian dystopia that George Orwell predicted. He explains the true history behind the Russia-Ukraine War. With the support of the U.S., Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Julian Assange's fate does not look good. He doesn't think the West has it in them to start WW3. He never gives up hope and is optimistic in the long-term. Watch On BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Alfred de Zayas: The West Has Become a Totalitarian Dystopia, The World Has Become Multipolar #404 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.comDonate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donationsConsult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopoliticseasyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.comEscape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopoliticsPassVult https://passvult.comSociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.comWise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Alfred de Zayas' Human Rights Corner https://dezayasalfred.wordpress.com Website http://alfreddezayas.com X https://twitter.com/alfreddezayas Books https://www.claritypress.com/book-author/alfred-de-zayas CounterPunch https://www.counterpunch.org/author/alfred-de-zayas Geneva School of Diplomacy https://genevadiplomacy.ch OHCHR Bio http://www.ohchr.org/EN/Issues/IntOrder/Pages/AlfredDeZayas.aspx About Alfred de Zayas Alfred-Maurice de Zayas studied history and law at Harvard, where he obtained his J.D. He practiced corporate law with the New York law firm Simpson Thacher and Bartlett and is a retired member of the New York and Florida Bar. He obtained a doctorate in history for the University of Göttingen in Germany. Mr. de Zayas has been visiting professor of law at numerous universities including the University of British Columbia in Canada, the Graduate Institute of the University of Geneva, the DePaul University Law School (Chicago), the Human Rights Institute at the Irish National University (Galway)and the University of Trier (Germany). At present he teaches international law at the Geneva School of Diplomacy. In 2009 de Zayas was a member of the UN workshop that drafted a report on the human right to peace, which was subsequently discussed and further elaborated by the Advisory Committee of the Human Rights Council. He is also a signatory of the Declaración de Bilbao and Declaración de Santiago de Compostela on the Human Right to Peace. He served as a consultant to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights on the issue of mercenaries. De Zayas is an expert for civil and political rights and has published nine books on a variety of legal and historical issues, including “United Nations Human Rights Committee Case Law” (together with Jakob th. Möller, N.P. Engel 2009), and has been co-author and co-editor of numerous other books, including "International Human Rights Monitoring Mechanisms" (together with Gudmundur Alfredsson and Bertrand Ramcharan). His scholarly articles in the Max Planck Encyclopedia of Public International Law, Oxford Encyclopedia of Human Rights and Macmillan Encyclopedia of Genocide, encompass the prohibition of aggression, universal jurisdiction, the right to the homeland, mass population transfers, minority rights,

Welcome back to another episode of the How I Lawyer Podcast, where Professor Jonah Perlin interviews lawyers about what they do, why they do it, and how they do it well. Today's guest is Michelle Kallen, who is a Partner in Jenner & Block's Supreme Court and Appellate practice and previously served as the seventh Solicitor General for the Commonwealth of Virginia.  After graduating from Vanderbilt University Law School, Michelle clerked on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and then worked as a Litigation Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, before moving to the public sector.  Following her service as the first woman Solicitor General for the Commonwealth of Virginia, Michelle represented the Select Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives to investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol. In this episode, Michelle shares valuable insights about the legal profession including:

On this day in legal history, November 17, 1973, 50 years ago, President Richard Nixon declared he was not a crook. On November 17, 1973, a significant event unfolded in the annals of American legal and political history and carried with it major cultural significance. President Richard Nixon, amidst the escalating Watergate scandal, delivered a televised Q&A session with Associated Press managing editors at Disney's Contemporary Resort near Orlando, Florida. In this session, Nixon adamantly declared, "I'm not a crook," in response to mounting allegations concerning his involvement in the Watergate break-in and subsequent cover-up.Of course, no one was accusing him of being a crook – he was accused of abusing and misusing his power as president. So it was a bit like Hannibal Lecter vehemently denying having ever been a tax evader.This statement quickly became one of the most infamous quotes in American political discourse, symbolizing Nixon's defensive posture amid the scandal. The Watergate scandal itself, which began with a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate office complex in June 1972, had by late 1973 evolved into a major political crisis. Nixon's administration was accused of obstruction of justice, abuse of power, and contempt of Congress, leading to an erosion of public trust in the presidency.Nixon's emphatic denial on November 17 was part of his broader strategy to maintain political support and manage the narrative surrounding the investigation. However, the statement did little to quell the suspicions and investigative efforts surrounding him. In fact, it heightened public interest and media scrutiny, as it contrasted sharply with the growing evidence of wrongdoing within his administration.This moment marked a turning point in the Watergate scandal. Following Nixon's declaration, the investigation intensified, eventually leading to the revelation of the Nixon White House's involvement in the scandal. The event underscored the complex interplay between legal proceedings, political power, and public perception.The significance of Nixon's statement in the context of legal history is profound. It serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity and accountability in public office and highlights the role of the legal system in upholding these principles. The fallout from this declaration and the subsequent unravelling of the Watergate scandal ultimately led to Nixon's resignation on August 9, 1974, making him the only U.S. president to resign from office.In retrospect, Nixon's "I'm not a crook" assertion remains a pivotal moment that continues to influence American political and legal discourse. It serves as a case study in legal ethics, presidential power, and the pivotal role of the media in uncovering truth. This event, thus, stands as a landmark in legal history, exemplifying the intricate relationship between law, politics, and the pursuit of justice in American society.Following the Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action in college admissions, Wall Street law firms like Simpson Thacher and Paul Weiss have established new practices focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These practices emerged in response to client demands for guidance on racial equity audits and the legal sustainability of DEI initiatives post the Supreme Court decision. Loretta Lynch, a leader of the new practice at Paul Weiss, noted the increase in client inquiries about the effectiveness of DEI programs.This trend represents a second wave of DEI practice development, spurred initially by the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in 2020. Now, corporations seek to defend their DEI programs against conservative challenges, highlighted by the Supreme Court's decision in Students for Fair Admissions v Harvard, which disallowed race-based criteria in college admissions. Conservative groups, like America First Legal and Do No Harm, have been actively challenging corporate DEI initiatives, leading more law firms to form specialized DEI practices.Key figures like former US Attorney General Lynch have been involved in defending such programs, including Pfizer's recruitment initiative. Paul Weiss, for example, recently announced its DEI strategic advisory practice with high-profile members, reflecting a continued corporate interest in maintaining diverse workforces amidst legal and social debates.Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and McGuireWoods have also established their DEI practices, recognizing the growing legal complexities surrounding DEI in corporate environments. Bonnie Levine, a founder of Verse Legal, emphasized the need for legal advice as businesses continue to prioritize DEI.The rise of DEI practices in law firms mirrors the broader legal and corporate landscape's evolving dynamics, where firms not only offer specialized DEI services but also face similar DEI-related legal challenges as their clients. Despite the potential for conflicts of interest, there is a general consensus on the necessity of these services, highlighting the importance of multiple avenues of legal counsel in the ever-changing legal field of DEI.Wall Street Firms Build Diversity Practices After Court DecisionA mistrial was declared in the federal civil rights trial of Brett Hankison, a former Louisville, Kentucky, police officer charged in connection with the 2020 death of Breonna Taylor. The jury could not reach a unanimous verdict, leading U.S. District Judge Rebecca Grady Jennings to declare the mistrial. Hankison faced charges of using excessive force during the raid on Taylor's apartment, where he allegedly fired 10 bullets without striking anyone.Previously, Hankison was acquitted in a state court trial on charges of endangering Taylor's neighbors during the same raid. He was the only one among the three officers who fired their weapons to face criminal charges. The other two officers were not indicted by a Kentucky grand jury, as Kentucky's Attorney General Daniel Cameron did not recommend charges against them.Breonna Taylor's death, along with the deaths of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, triggered widespread protests and a call for racial justice in 2020. Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency medical technician, was asleep in her apartment during a no-knock raid by police, who were investigating a drug case involving her ex-boyfriend.During the raid, Taylor's boyfriend, thinking it was a break-in and claiming he did not hear the police identify themselves, fired a shot that wounded an officer. The police returned fire, fatally shooting Taylor. In addition to Hankison, three other former Louisville police officers were charged with including false information in the affidavit for the raid warrant. One of these officers, Kelly Goodlett, has pleaded guilty, while Joshua Jaynes and Sergeant Kyle Meany are awaiting trial.The Department of Justice is now considering its options regarding a potential retrial for Hankison.Mistrial declared for Kentucky officer charged in Breonna Taylor killing | ReutersThe Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is revisiting the issue of arbitration in cases involving California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), which permits employees to file lawsuits on behalf of the state for labor law violations. The case at hand involves a subsidiary of Macy's Inc., contesting a lower court's decision to send both individual and representative claims for alleged unpaid overtime and wage violations to arbitration. This follows a similar case involving a Lowe's Home Centers LLC worker, where individual claims were arbitrated and representative claims dismissed.The core issue is whether PAGA allows workers to pursue class-like representative claims in court despite agreements to arbitrate individual disputes. PAGA authorizes employees to enforce California Labor Code provisions and bring claims on behalf of other workers.The U.S. Supreme Court, in Viking River Cruises, Inc. v. Moriana (2022), ruled that individual PAGA claims can be subject to arbitration, but dismissed representative claims in such scenarios. Justice Sonia Sotomayor noted that the interpretation of this matter should be left to California's courts.Despite the U.S. Supreme Court's stance, many California courts have opposed the notion of dismissing representative PAGA claims when individual claims are arbitrated. The California Supreme Court's ruling in Adolph v. Uber Technologies, Inc. further supported this view, asserting that workers retain the right to litigate representative claims even if their individual claims are arbitrated.In the current case, Macy's argues that the lower court's decision to send both individual and representative claims to arbitration contradicts the Viking River ruling. However, Yuriria Diaz, the employee, contends that such an arbitration order isn't immediately appealable. The impact of the Adolph decision by the California Supreme Court on this case is yet to be fully assessed, as the Ninth Circuit has not ordered additional briefings on it.The case, Diaz v. Macy's West Stores, Inc., will be heard by a panel including Ninth Circuit Judges Jay Bybee, Kenneth Lee, and Third Circuit Judge Michael Fisher. Both parties' lawyers have refrained from commenting ahead of the oral arguments scheduled for November 17, 2023. This case has the potential to radically upset the current status quo vis a vis labor and management. Macy's Case Brings PAGA Arbitration Issue Back to Ninth CircuitThe California Bar has set new guidelines for lawyers using artificial intelligence, positioning the state as a leader in ethical guidance for AI in legal practice. According to Erika Doherty, program director for the bar's Office of Professional Competence, this initiative is the first AI-specific regulation approved by a legal regulatory agency. The guidelines advise lawyers to disclose their use of generative AI to clients and to avoid charging hourly fees for time saved using AI tools. They also emphasize the need for human oversight of AI-generated content to prevent inaccuracies and bias. This step is seen as an interim measure while more comprehensive rules are developed, including potential revisions to the definition of unauthorized legal practice in the context of AI. The committee highlighted AI's potential to bridge the justice access gap, but cautioned against the risks of false information from AI outputs for self-represented individuals. Similarly, the Florida Bar's ethics committee has proposed guidelines regarding client consent and oversight for AI use, with these recommendations open for public comment until January.California Bar Passes Disclosure and Billing Guidelines for AI Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Judges, journalists, attorneys, and law enforcement officials discussed the rights, responsibilities, and liability of the media, courts, and law enforcement in a fictional criminal trial during the Fair Trial/Free Press Conference: Gag Orders, Anonymous Juries, and the Media, on Friday, November 3, 2023, at Albany Law School.   The program explored the legal, political, and ethical issues that could arise in a hypothetical scenario in which a fictional gubernatorial candidate was indicted on federal financial fraud charges and a turbulent trial ensued. Panelists discussed the interplay of the Sixth Amendment right to a fair trial and First Amendment rights to attend and report on trials, including social media, gag orders, anonymous juries, police conduct, and protection of the press and its sources. The full scenario is here: https://www.albanylaw.edu/media/20391/download   Panelists included: •    Rosemary Armao — Investigative reporter, news editor, and Adjunct Professor at the SUNY University at Albany •    Martin Bell, Esq. — Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York •    Natalie Brocklebank, Esq. — Deputy Director of the New York State Defenders Association •    John M. Czajka, Esq. '04 — Division Counsel for the New York State Police •    Hon. Mae D'Agostino — United States District Judge for the Northern District of New York •    Carla DiRienzo  — New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Field Command Office •    John J. Flynn, Esq. — Erie County District Attorney and President of the District Attorneys' Association of the State of New York •    Prof. Roy Gutterman — Director of the Tully Center for Free Speech and Professor of Communications, Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism at the Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications •    Mark Mahoney —Journalist and Editorial Page Editor at the Schenectady Gazette The discussion was moderated by: •    Hon. Albert Rosenblatt – Retired Judge on the New York Court of Appeals •    Rex Smith – Former Editor of the Albany Times-Union   The program was presented by the Government Law Center at Albany Law School and the New York Fair Trial/Free Press Conference.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Firm Analyst after a brief pause due to me falling ill. Today we discussed: Kirkland & Ellis making a range of lateral hires in order to rebuild its debt finance team after the departure of a range of partners and associates to Paul Weiss recently; rumours that Britishvolt, the UK battery startup, may be trading while insolvent again; and plans by the FCA to introduce new regulations on greenwashing. I hope you enjoy this episode!

This episode focuses on the SEC's new and amended rules targeting private fund advisers, which were adopted on August 23. In addition to reviewing the rules' requirements—including some significant modifications from the rules that were proposed in February 2022—we discuss our expectations for fund advisers under the new rules and the ongoing litigation challenging them, as well as exam and enforcement observations.Episode Resources:9/12/23 SEC Marketing Rule Settlements Total 10 Before One Year Anniversary of Compliance Date9/11/23 SEC Division of Examinations Releases Process-Focused Risk Alert—Exam Selection and Typical Categories of Document Requests8/24/23 The Day Has Come: The SEC Adopts Private Fund Adviser RulesMeet Your Episode Hosts:Meaghan A. Kelly, Simpson ThacherPartner; specializes in advising fund managers with respect to SEC examinations, compliance and disclosure questions, and SEC enforcement investigations David W. Blass, Simpson ThacherPartner; formerly served as General Counsel of the Investment Company Institute and also held senior roles for over a decade at the SECContact UsTo learn more, visit us at www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com. If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher expressly disclaims all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher makes no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher.

Welcome to the first episode of The Firm Analyst! In this episode I discuss the recent PACCAR & Ors v CAT & Ors case and its effects on the litigation funding industry. We will also take a deep dive into some of the incoming flexible working reforms, Simpson Thacher's lateral hiring strategy and the recent BoE interest rate hike. I hope that you enjoy this episode and that this podcast will continue to support you on your journey to becoming a true firm analyst!

In the latest episode of The Regulatory Roundtable, join us as we take a bird's eye view of the current SEC private funds environment and what's to come. Outlining policy and rulemaking, the increasingly challenging exam program, and the state of play on enforcement, we discuss the return to private funds as a marquee exam and enforcement priority.Meet Your Episode Hosts:Marc P. Berger, Simpson ThacherPartner; former Acting Director and Deputy Director of the SEC's Enforcement Division and Director of the SEC's New York Office; former Chief of the Securities and Commodities Fraud Task Force, U.S. Attorney's Office, SDNY David W. Blass, Simpson ThacherPartner; formerly served as General Counsel of the Investment Company Institute and also held senior roles for over a decade at the SECMeaghan A. Kelly, Simpson ThacherPartner; specializes in advising fund managers with respect to SEC examinations, compliance and disclosure questions, and SEC enforcement investigations Michael J. Osnato, Jr., Simpson ThacherPartner and Head of the Firm's Funds Regulatory and Investigations group; former Chief of the SEC's Complex Financial Instruments UnitContact UsTo learn more, visit us at www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com. If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher expressly disclaims all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher makes no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher.

Jon Moore, Chief Risk Officer and Senior Vice President of Consulting Services, Clearwater, speaks with Vanessa Burrows, Counsel, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, and Wendi Wright, Senior Director of Privacy & Data Protection, Intuitive Surgical, about why HIPAA must be considered within the scope of M&A due diligence and what the diligence process looks like. They discuss documentation, the use of external data sources, the diligence call, and practices to review such as de-identified Protected Health Information and web tracking technologies. Vanessa and Wendi spoke on an AHLA webinar last year related to this topic. Sponsored by Clearwater.To learn more about AHLA and the educational resources available to the health law community, visit americanhealthlaw.org.

We have another Andrew Johnson-related “this day in legal history” for today – on May 26 in 1868, the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson concluded without conviction. In 1868, President Johnson faced impeachment, and his fate rested on a single vote in the Senate trial. Johnson had become president after Abraham Lincoln's assassination and had a strained relationship with Republican leaders, particularly the Radical Republicans. The House of Representatives impeached Johnson on charges of violating the Tenure of Office Act by removing Secretary of War Edwin Stanton without approval. The Senate trial required a two-thirds majority to convict Johnson.Senator Edmund Ross of Kansas, a Republican, cast the deciding vote. It was expected that Ross would vote against Johnson, but to the surprise of many, he voted "Not guilty." The Radical Republicans requested an adjournment, and the trial concluded on May 26 with failed votes on two more articles.The controversy surrounding Ross's vote centers on why he changed his mind. Some speculate that he may have been influenced by a $150,000 slush fund set up by Johnson's supporters. However, there is evidence that Ross's vote may not have been crucial, as at least four other senators were prepared to oppose conviction if necessary.Skadden, one of the largest law firms in the US, has announced a new policy requiring lawyers to work in the office four days a week. Previously, attorneys were required to be in the office only on Tuesdays through Thursdays. The firm stated that the modified hybrid work model aims to leverage the benefits of remote work while fostering innovation and professional development through increased in-person collaboration. Other prestigious law firms like Davis Polk & Wardwell, Milbank, and Simpson Thacher have already implemented similar office attendance policies. Some firms, such as Simpson Thacher and Sidley Austin, have even threatened to withhold bonus money from associates who do not comply with the office attendance requirements. The shift in policies reflects a power shift in the legal industry, with employers holding more sway due to economic conditions and cost-cutting measures. Younger lawyers, in particular, prefer flexible work arrangements, and a significant number would consider leaving their current jobs for opportunities with greater remote work options. Hybrid work arrangements have become prevalent across industries, with companies like Starbucks, Amazon, and Walt Disney implementing similar policies. However, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has expressed skepticism about remote work, stating that it doesn't work well for younger staff and management roles.Skadden Forces Lawyers Back to Offices Four Days Per Week (1)Stewart Rhodes, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for his involvement in a plot to keep former President Donald Trump in power after losing the 2020 election. Another member of the Oath Keepers, Kelly Meggs, the leader of the Florida contingent, received a 12-year prison sentence. These are the first sentences for seditious conspiracy in over a decade. The judge emphasized that Rhodes' actions posed a threat to democracy and the fabric of the country, and he expressed concerns about future election-related violence. Rhodes was convicted of seditious conspiracy by a Washington, DC, jury in November, and the judge ruled that his actions amounted to domestic terrorism. Prosecutors had requested a 25-year prison sentence for Rhodes, while Meggs showed contrition and received a lesser sentence due to his lesser role in the conspiracy. Rhodes, before his sentencing, claimed to be a political prisoner and repeated false allegations about the 2020 election. The sentencing is seen as having a chilling effect on extremist groups, and Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn stated that he hopes former President Trump will be held accountable next.Stewart Rhodes: Oath Keepers leader sentenced to 18 years in prison for plot to keep Trump in power | CNN PoliticsThe Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has announced plans to restrict the growth of large banks and potentially force them to sell assets if they fail to address ongoing issues. The decision follows concerns raised by acting Comptroller Michael Hsu that certain banks are becoming "too big to manage." The OCC intends to use various measures against banks that receive poor management grades, fail to address problems identified in enforcement actions, or face multiple enforcement actions over three years. These measures could include increasing capital and liquidity levels, limiting expansion plans, or canceling dividend payments. In severe cases, the OCC may consider mandating banks to reduce their asset size, divest subsidiaries or business lines, or exit certain markets. The policy aims to ensure that deficiencies are identified and that banks are given opportunities to rectify them. The new enforcement policy comes at a time when U.S. regulators are sending mixed signals regarding allowing further consolidation in the banking industry. Some regulators, such as Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra, argue for dismantling large banks that pose risks to the economy, while others, including Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, suggest that increased merger activity may be necessary to strengthen the financial system.Big Banks With ‘Persistent Weaknesses' Targeted for BreakupHouse Republicans are preparing to introduce a tax package that reveals divisions within the caucus and provides insights into the policy approach of the new Ways and Means Committee chairman. The economic package, set to be unveiled in early June, is expected to include measures such as research and development tax breaks, full bonus depreciation, and interest expense deductions. Lawmakers are vying to ensure their priorities are included in the package, with potential measures including lifting the state and local tax deduction cap and changes to the Child Tax Credit. Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith has shown interest in the Child Tax Credit, and the bill will provide an indication of his stance on various tax issues. The package will need to garner enough votes from the caucus to pass the House. Republican lawmakers have been discussing potential provisions, including individual tax relief and increasing the 1099-K tax reporting threshold. There is also support for a version of the Child Tax Credit to be included, as it expired in 2021. The inclusion of some Child Tax Credit provisions would signal willingness to collaborate with Democrats. Additionally, Republican lawmakers from high-tax states are meeting with Smith to address the cap on state and local tax deductions. The caucus has not decided on its position if the package does not address the SALT cap, but it remains an important issue for them.SALT Cap Tweak, Child Tax Credit in the Mix for GOP Tax Package Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

We have a regretful this day in legal history today, which is the flipside of yesterday's anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. Plessy v. Ferguson, widely regarded as a low watermark for the court and the origin of the “separate but equal” doctrine overturned in Brown was decided on this date in 1896. The case involved a Louisiana state law that permitted segregation by race, providing for "equal but separate accommodations" for white and colored individuals. The ruling upheld the constitutionality of the law, with Justice Henry Brown arguing that the separation did not imply inferiority, but rather was an interpretation chosen to be taken up by the “colored race.” Justice John Marshall Harlan dissented, considering the law to be inconsistent with personal liberties and the spirit of the U.S. Constitution. The decision reinforced the doctrine of "separate but equal" and allowed for the continued enforcement of racial segregation laws. It was not until the aforementioned landmark Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education in the 1950s and subsequent civil rights legislation that state-enforced segregation was officially dismantled.The Second Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear arguments regarding a challenge to a New York City law that requires just cause for terminating fast-food workers. The law, enacted in 2021, limits the authority of fast-food companies to fire employees without valid reasons. If upheld, this law could have broader implications for exceptions to the at-will employment doctrine in other industries and regions. The New York City Council is also considering extending just-cause protections to all industries, and similar legislation is pending in Illinois. The case has attracted numerous amicus briefs from both business groups and worker advocacy organizations. The at-will employment doctrine, which allows companies to terminate workers for any reason except for discriminatory ones, is uncommon among industrialized democracies. Exceptions to this doctrine exist in the form of anti-discrimination laws and specific employment agreements. New York City's law applies to fast-food chains with a minimum of 30 locations and includes requirements for progressive discipline and written explanations for terminations. A US District Judge previously rejected the challenge to the law, ruling that it does not infringe on the collective bargaining process. The arguments in the Second Circuit will further determine the fate of the law.NYC's Protections for Fast-Food Workers Get Second Circuit TestThe EPA's $27 billion clean energy fund is driving the establishment of green banks in various states, irrespective of their political affiliation. Over the past two years, several states, including California, Colorado, Illinois, Nevada, and Pennsylvania, have launched green banks, while others are moving closer to implementing them. The Inflation Reduction Act, which includes the $27 billion fund, has encouraged states to embrace green banks as a means of generating job opportunities and investment in renewable energy. Typically associated with blue states, green banks are now gaining traction in red states like Alaska, Florida, and Texas. The EPA's funding could mobilize over $250 billion in total investment, addressing a significant portion of the emissions reductions required to achieve President Biden's net zero emissions goal by 2050. Local green banks, such as Maryland's Montgomery County Green Bank, are well-positioned to leverage federal funding and have a track record of aligning with environmental equity objectives. However, advocates express concerns that Republican-led efforts to rescind climate provisions could undermine the benefits for disadvantaged communities. Despite the establishment of green banks, some Southern states still have policies that discourage residential solar projects, posing additional challenges to clean energy adoption.Green Banks Spring Up in States, Spurred by $27 Billion FundSimpson Thacher, a prominent Big Law firm, has implemented a policy stating that associates must be present in the office at least three days a week to be eligible for annual and discretionary bonuses. The firm recently updated its employee handbook, warning that associates who fail to comply may have their bonuses reduced or become ineligible. As the pandemic subsides, in reality or in practice, law firms are grappling with how to encourage lawyers, particularly junior associates who, the logic goes, benefit from in-person training, to return to the office. Simpson Thacher's move follows a similar announcement by Sidley Austin, another major Big Law firm, which emphasized that attendance would be a factor in bonus considerations. The adjustment in firm policies is attributed to the decrease in leverage for associates due to a slowdown in demand and cost-cutting measures. Simpson Thacher, a top performer in the mergers and acquisitions space, reported substantial gross revenue of nearly $2.2 billion last year. However, some associates express dissatisfaction with the requirement to work in the office while partners often work remotely, leading to challenges in communication and collaboration. Still others see it as a generational difference in work style.Simpson Thacher Tells Associates to Hit Office or Risk BonusesA little bit of tax talk. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced increased contribution limits for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) in 2024. Individuals with self-only coverage under a high-deductible health plan can save up to $4,150, compared to $3,850 in 2023. For family plans, the contribution limit has risen to $8,300 from $7,750. To qualify, individuals must have a high-deductible health plan with a minimum annual deductible of $1,600 for self-only coverage or $3,200 for family coverage. These adjustments allow individuals to deposit more tax-free money into their HSAs.IRS Increases Contribution Limits for Health Savings AccountsMontana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed legislation to ban Chinese-owned TikTok from operating in the state, making it the first U.S. state to ban the popular short video app. The ban, which takes effect on January 1, 2024, prohibits Google and Apple's app stores from offering TikTok within the state. However, there will be no penalties imposed on individuals using the app. TikTok, owned by ByteDance, responded by stating that the new law infringes on First Amendment rights and that it will continue to defend the rights of its users. The app has faced concerns about potential Chinese government influence and has over 150 million American users, mostly teenagers. The ban is likely to face legal challenges, and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has criticized it as unconstitutional. Former President Donald Trump's attempt to ban TikTok and WeChat in 2020 was blocked by multiple courts. If the ban is effective, users of TikTok will have to get their Big Sky content from neighboring North Dakota which has, at best, a solid Medium Sky.  Montana to become first US state to ban TikTok | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

In this episode we discuss global ESG trends and evolving regulatory frameworks, including the recent increase of proposed legislation in the U.S. concerning ESG investments; the SEC climate disclosure rule proposed on March 21, 2022; and the scope of reporting obligations under the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and U.K. Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).Meet Your Episode Four Hosts:Leah Malone, Simpson ThacherPartner and leader of the Firm's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Practice; advises boards, management teams and investors on ESG and sustainability matters from conception through strategic implementation, oversight and reportingMatt Feehily, Simpson ThacherCounsel, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability; advises private equity firms, project sponsors, portfolio companies and corporations on the EU and U.K. regulatory frameworks for sustainable finance and ESG disclosures at product, firm and company levelsEmily B. Holland, Simpson ThacherCounsel, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability; advises sponsors, companies and financial institutions on policy and business decisions relating to an evolving scope of ESG requirements and expectations in the U.S. and worldwideCarolyn S. Houston, Simpson ThacherCounsel, Private Funds; focuses on a wide array of asset classes, including ESG/impact investing and internal arrangements, as well as infrastructure, buyout, secondaries and co-investmentContact UsTo learn more, visit us at www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com. If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher expressly disclaims all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher makes no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher.

Topic: An Unstoppable Drive   Guest: Adam Neuman    Bio:   Adam Neuman serves the Big Ten Conference as Chief of Staff, Strategy and Operations & Deputy General Counsel as a member of the conference's Senior Leadership Team. Neuman serves as a strategic aide to both the Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) and the Big Ten Conference Commissioner in creating a movement of leadership in sports, academics and social responsibility throughout intercollegiate sports. Neuman joined the Big Ten Conference in January 2020 and played a strategic role in helping the conference navigate the most complex times in its 125-year history by assuming a leadership role in helping the conference navigate a global health pandemic. Neuman helped establish the Taskforce for Emerging Infectious Diseases and played a key role in the negotiations and implementation of a comprehensive COVID-19 testing program to help student-athletes, coaches and staff return to competition safely. His previous legal experience was with Simpson Thacher and Bartlett LLP as a corporate associate in their capital markets division. Prior, Neuman served as the lead speechwriter for the president of Yeshiva University. Neuman earned a joint juris doctorate and master's degree in public administration from the University of Pennsylvania. He graduated magna cum laude from Yeshiva University with a bachelor's degree in political science, receiving both the Phillip Lieberman Award for character and service, and an award for excellence in political science.   1)  Vision & Ambition   2)  Outworking Everyone in the Room   3)  Sensitivity to the environment around you   4)  Mental Health as a Priority on Campus   5)  Minnesota Vikings   6)  Young Israel of the West Side   and so much more!

More about Roofstock onChain and Sanjay Raghavan and Geoff ThompsonRoofstock onChain is the web3 subsidiary of Roofstock, the leading digital real estate investing platform for the $4 trillion single-family rental home sector. Using blockchain technology, Roofstock onChain provides investors the ability to purchase tokenized single family rental properties with one click, and to transact with crypto, cutting the time and cost incurred by legacy systems. Roofstock provides extensive resources for investors to actively participate in the SFR space, including data analytics, connections to property management companies and contractors, and other management tools. Founded in 2015, Roofstock has facilitated more than $5 billion in investment transactions to date.Sanjay is the Head of Web3 Initiatives of Roofstock onChain where he leads the real estate investing platform's blockchain initiative. After being accepted into Cypher Accelerator, the first-of-its-kind Wharton-backed program for blockchain startups, Sanjay continues to build connections between real estate investing and blockchain. Sanjay is also an Advisor at Pudgy Penguins NFTs. With over 20 years of finance and product experience, Sanjay has an extensive background consulting, developing, and founding several financial companies. Prior to Sanjay's current role at Roofstock, he was the Co-creator and GM of Roofstock One, an innovative, transparent rental investment platform that allows accredited investors to get targeted exposure to the economics of curated SFR properties. Before joining Roofstock, Sanjay served as a Product Manager at Renew Financial and Director of Carolina Financial Group LLC. He also co-founded LCAP Advisors which provides Wall Street caliber portfolio analysis and risk assessment solutions to small banks and credit unions for their on-balance sheet loans. Sanjay has a Masters in Business Administration from The Wharton School. Geoff is the Chief Blockchain Officer of Roofstock onChain where he leads the real estate investing platform's foray into web3. After being accepted into Cypher Accelerator, the first-of-its-kind Wharton-backed program for blockchain startups, Geoff continues to push the blockchain ecosystem forward through real estate investing. Geoff built his career at top tier law firms practicing in the areas of capital markets, banking and credit, structured finance, private equity and cross-border transactions. Geoff's prior role at Roofstock was as General Counsel where he advised on partnerships, product innovation, fundraising, deal structuring, real estate matters, securities law, international expansion, and all other legal and compliance matters. Before joining Roofstock, Geoff served as General Counsel at ApplePie Capital, where he was instrumental in helping the company originate over $500 million in small business loans in 3 years. He previously practiced law at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, White & Case and Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe. Prior to attending law school, Geoff was an associate at McKinsey & Company. Geoff has an undergraduate degree from The American University of Paris and a Masters in International Economics from SDA Bocconi in Milan. He earned a JD and LLM from the Duke University School of Law.  Follow Sanjay on Twitter Follow Geoff on Twitter Follow Roofstock onChain on Twitter Connect with Sanjay on LinkedIn Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn Check out Roofstock onChain

Vertical mergers present unique doctrinal and economic issues and are rarely challenged in court, so when two vertical merger opinions are issued in a short period of time, it is a great opportunity to check in on this area of antitrust law. What are the facts and legal arguments that led to defense victories in the recently litigated UnitedHealth Group – Change Healthcare and Illumina – Grail mergers (currently under appeal)? Sara Razi, Partner at Simpson Thacher and counsel for Change, joins Sergei Zaslavsky and Jaclyn Phillips to discuss these important cases. Listen to this episode to learn more about these two cases and the important lessons they hold for merger litigation practitioners. With special guest: Sara Razi, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Related Links: UnitedHealth Group - Change Healthcare district court opinion Illumina - Grail administrative law judge opinion Hosted by: Sergei Zaslavsky, Partner, O'Melveny & Myers LLP and Jaclyn Phillips, Associate, White & Case LLP

Find out more about this event on our website: https://bit.ly/3BYP25L It is currently fashionable to say that politics is now all about culture rather than economics. That transitioning sex matters more than transitioning nature of economies. That whether Brexit matters to you emotionally matters more than what its practical impacts are. And so on. However, this conventional wisdom is wrong. Younger people do feel different on many cultural issues, but this is largely downstream of the economic changes to their lives, not upstream of them. The most significant things that are changing younger people's attitudes (all over the Western world) are being driven by their economic experience since the financial crisis, and the lack of the political and economic establishment to address their problems; combined with a heavy dose of social media which makes the change seem much faster. Speaker: Bim Afolami was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Hitchin and Harpenden in 2017 and was re-elected in 2019. Prior to entering Parliament, he spent ten years in the City of London; first as a corporate lawyer at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, then moving into banking in restructuring and strategy as a Senior Executive (Vice President) at HSBC. Through this Bim helped to advise some of the biggest companies in the world, both British and international. In Parliament Bim is the Chair of several cross-Party groups, including the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Renewable and Sustainable Energy and the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Financial Markets & Services, a former PPS to three Cabinet ministers, and Conservative Vice Chairman. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, trustee of several charities (particularly focused on creating opportunities for young people) and is fascinated by books and historical figures. He is the father to three little boys and husband to Henrietta.

In this episode we discuss the emergence of new ESMA marketing guidelines; compliance with the SEC's new marketing rule coming into effect November 4, 2022; and key takeaways of interest for sponsors operating in the EU and the U.S.  Meet Your Episode Three Hosts:David W. Blass, Simpson Thacher Partner; formerly served as General Counsel of the Investment Company Institute and also held senior roles for over a decade at the SEC   Meaghan A. Kelly, Simpson Thacher Partner; specializes in advising fund managers with respect to SEC examinations, compliance and disclosure questions, and SEC enforcement investigations Owen Lysak, Simpson Thacher Partner; leads the Firm's European financial services and funds regulatory practice, advising private funds and alternative asset managers on complex U.K. and EU financial regulatory matters Contact UsTo learn more, visit us at http://www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com/ (www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com) and https://www.acaglobal.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast (www.acaglobal.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast). If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com.  This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher and ACA Group for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher and ACA expressly disclaim all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher and ACA make no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher or ACA Group.

Host Gary J. Ross discusses broker-dealer issues with David Blass, partner in Simpson Thacher's Investment Funds Practice and the former Chief Counsel of the SEC's Division of Trading and Markets. Gary and David chat about the outsize role that transaction-based compensation plays in determining whether someone is functioning as a broker, the Paul Anka and M&A broker no-action letters, the process of registering as a broker, and finally, whether David sees himself ever going back into public service.

On the latest podcast, Patrick Ryan, the global head of finance and credit at Simpson Thacher, discusses the evolution of the lending markets over the course of his career and the rise of direct lending. 

Jessica Shillito has been in Big Law since she graduated from Harvard in 2006, but not as a lawyer. She is one of a number of lawyers who've made the hop from the legal side to a non-legal function in a law firm.After one year of practicing as a labor and employment attorney, Jessica jumped to a recruiting function and built a career as a recruiting and diversity leader at  leading law firms. She now serves as Associate Director of Legal Recruiting and Diversity at Simpson Thacher. Her career arc is a great example of the many non-legal opportunities that exist within Big Law. In this episode you'll hear about: Making the shift from attorney to recruiter inside a large law firm Recruiting for BigLaw in the midst of the 2008 recession The important efforts large law firms are making to improve diversity among their associates and partners This was an eye-opening and timely discussion. We hope you enjoy!Aaron & Joseph

On March 21, the SEC published a widely anticipated proposal to enhance companies' climate-related disclosures. In addition to details regarding how management identifies, assesses and manages climate-related risks and the related impact on financial metrics, the proposal calls for companies to provide information about how their boards provide oversight of climate-related matters.In this episode, Heather Horn was joined by PwC's Stephen Parker and Jamie Gamble, along with John White, a partner in the law firm Cravath, Swaine & Moore and former Director of the Division of Corporation Finance at the SEC, to focus on the governance aspects of the SEC's climate disclosure proposal.In this episode, you will hear:2:46 - Potential timelines for final rule adoption and effective dates7:16 - The intent of the governance requirements in the climate disclosure proposal15:24 - If the governance provisions represent a trend for future SEC proposals25:45 - Reactions in the marketplace and how companies are navigating the “learning curve” around climate and governance28:29 - Perspectives on where responsibility for climate governance and oversight should reside41:42 - How board oversight of a well-defined ESG strategy allows companies to manage risks and drive success47:32 - Final advice on where boards and companies should focus as they continue to prepare for a final ruleWant to learn more? Listen to our previous podcasts that provide an overview of the proposal, related investor perspectives, and legal and regulatory perspectives on the proposal. Stephen Parker is a partner in PwC's Governance Insights Center, which strives to strengthen the connection between directors, executive teams, and investors by helping them navigate the evolving governance landscape. With more than 30 years of experience, Stephen has advised boards of directors on a variety of complex financial reporting matters. Stephen's client service experience has included energy and utility companies, financial services companies, and nonprofits.Jamie Gamble is a managing director in PwC's Trust Solutions practice with over 25 years of experience focused on corporate governance, cybersecurity, workforce, and ESG-related issues. Before joining PwC, he was a litigation partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.John White is a partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, and chair of that firm's Corporate Governance and Board Advisory practice. He represents public companies on a variety of disclosure matters, including corporate governance, reporting, financings, and restatements. With over 50 years of experience, he previously served as the Director of the Division of Corporation Finance at the SEC and on the board of Financial Executives International. John is a current member of FASAC, and member of the Board of Trustees of the Practicing Law Institute where he also serves as chair of the audit committee.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com.

Brent chats with Deborah Plum about techniques to maximize wealth transfers in a low market, low interest environment. They talk about GRATs, sales to IDGTs, intrafamily loans, and CLATs. They also speculate about market volatility and other things. Deborah is an attorney at Rimon, P.C. Deborah is an experienced trusts and estates associate with a background in corporate tax.  Deborah has extensive knowledge of charitable foundations and not-for-profit organizations.  Prior to joining Rimon, Deborah worked as a tax associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where she worked on matters involving private equity funds, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), and other investment vehicles, in the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and tax-free reorganizations.   After gaining additional experience in tax controversy while working at Kostelanetz & Fink LLP, Deborah joined the trusts and estates group at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP.  In shifting her focus to individual and family business tax planning, Deborah has advised clients on a variety of estate and gift tax questions, charitable endeavors, and succession planning. While not practicing law, Deborah works as the CEO of BaseCamp for Veterans, Inc. (“BCI”).  BCI is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving veterans and their families, which Deborah co-founded in 2018. BCI offers the veteran community a variety of reintegration services, with a particular focus on equine therapy with mustangs (wild horses that have had little to no human contact). For more information about BCI please visit www.bcampinc.com. If you are enjoying the podcast please SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW, and if you want to learn more about Brent go to https://wealthandlaw.com/team/.

In this episode I speak with Sara Y. Razi who is the Global Co-Chair of the Antitrust and Trade Regulation Practice at Simpson Thacher. She joined the firm's Washington D.C. office in 2013 after serving as a senior official at the Federal Trade Commission for nearly a decade. Sara has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer by the Legal 500 and was ranked one of the Top 250 Women in Litigation in the United States by Benchmark Litigation. In addition to advising clients in antitrust investigations and litigation as well as mergers, she serves co-chair of the Firm's Pro Bono Committee. She started her career as an Associate at Jones Day. In our conversation we discussed her path from horse trainer & molecular biology major to antitrust lawyer; how she became interested in antitrust law; the varied daily life of an antitrust lawyer; the differences between practicing as a government lawyer and as a Big Law lawyer (as well as how those experiences informed one another); how junior lawyers can stand out in a technical practice area like antitrust; how law students can prepare for on campus interviews; how she makes time (and helps others make time) to do pro bono work; and more. If you enjoy this episode, please make sure to sign up for future episodes at www.howilawyer.com or to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. This episode is sponsored, edited, and engineered by LawPods, a professional podcast production company for busy attorneys.

Anirudh Singh sits down with Katherine Salisbury, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Qapital. The two discuss Katherine's early career, co-founding not one but two companies with her partner, Katherine's views on the fintech industry overall, and much more. Hope you enjoy the show! Katherine Salisbury: Ten years ago, Katherine set out to find a solution to her family's money management headaches - one that actually aligned with their motivations, goals and lifestyle. A few years later, Qapital was born. Today, Katherine serves as co-founder and co-CEO of Qapital – an app that empowers users by putting their personal goals at the core of the product, and then supercharging their savings, investing, and budgeting efforts with clever tips and tools rooted in behavioral psychology. Katherine brings 20 years of finance, legal, and business experience to Qapital. She graduated from the University of Chicago with honors, studied international business law at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg, and graduated from Cornell Law School. She began her career as a bank finance attorney at the top-tier international law firms White & Case and Simpson Thacher. From there, she was tapped to serve as VP and Counsel at Jefferies Finance, steering Jefferies Finance through the early days of the joint venture between Jefferies and MassMutual. She then founded an international full-service sports management agency based in Stockholm & New York City, where she specialized in brokering international transfers. In her current role at Qapital, Katherine focuses on product, growth, and business strategy. Under her leadership, Qapital has helped users save almost $3 billion collectively for their goals. Currently, Katherine lives in Stockholm with her partner, co-founder, and co-CEO, George Friedman, and their four daughters. Qapital: https://www.qapital.com/?campaign=wharton_fintech_podcast&tt=j8e3x13_g6rptk3 For more FinTech insights, follow us below: Medium: medium.com/wharton-fintech LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/wharton-fintech-club/ WFT Twitter: twitter.com/whartonfintech Anirudh's Twitter: twitter.com/avsingh_24

What's Next in Antitrust and Trade Regulations with John Terzaken, a Global Co-Chair of the Antitrust & Trade Regulation Practice at Simpson Thacher and host Richard Levick of LEVICK; John Terzaken, a Global Co-Chair of the Antitrust & Trade Regulation Practice at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett joins host Richard Levick of LEVICK to discuss cartel matters, including a resurgence of aggressive antitrust cartel enforcement. As he looks forward in 2022 he sees indications from governments of plans to increase their global focus. He advises general counsels to put a focus on three areas for 2022 including labor markets where he sees wage-fixing and no-poach issues increasing; procurement including COVID-19-related government procurement and the DOD efforts to reduce fraud; and ESG, where he anticipates the potential for agencies to create room for companies to work together to achieve their ESG goals.

Global cartel enforcement saw a resurgence in 2021, but throughout the globe, we saw a continued focus on domestic matters. Do last year's developments tell us anything about the areas that are likely to come into focus in 2022? John Terzaken, Partner and Global Co-Chair of Simpson Thacher's Antitrust and Trade Regulation Practice, joins Matthew Hall and Jaclyn Phillips to discuss the rise in cartel enforcement activity and what trends to look out for in 2022. Listen to this episode to learn more about enforcement priorities that may be on the rise and whether we can expect to see the growing globalization of enforcement in 2022. Related Links: Simpson Thacher's 2022 Global Cartel Forecast Hosted by: Matthew Hall, Partner, McGuireWoods London LLP and Jaclyn Phillips, Associate, White & Case LLP

Today's guest is Laura Safdie. Laura is the chief operating officer at Casetext, whose products include the number one-rated legal research platform Casetext Research, an all-in-one research and drafting print platform Compose, and Parallel Search, which offers the first application of concept-based search for the law. Laura joined Casetext after stints at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, the US Senate Judiciary Committee, and a clerkship in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. Like a number of our past guests, she graduated from Yale Law School and later made the leap from Big Law to the legal tech startup life. Laura currently sits on the advisory board of OneJustice, a California legal aid nonprofit. She provides strategic guidance in the development and implementation of OneJustice's innovative programs and in OneJustice's growth. Join us as we talk about: - Why Laura chose a career in law. - How she made the jump from Big Law to the startup world. - All of the exciting things that Casetext is doing.

This episode focuses on the SEC's February 9 proposed rules targeting private equity and private funds; the SEC's January 26 proposed amendments to Form PF; and the Division of Examinations risk alert published January 27. Meet Your Episode Two HostsDavid W. Blass, Simpson Thacher Partner; formerly served as General Counsel of the Investment Company Institute and also held senior roles for over a decade at the SEC Meaghan A. Kelly, Simpson Thacher Partner; specializes in advising fund managers with respect to SEC examinations, compliance and disclosure questions, and SEC enforcement investigations Michael J. Osnato, Jr., Simpson Thacher Partner and Head of the Firm's Funds Regulatory and Investigations group; former Chief of the SEC's Complex Financial Instruments Unit Robert Ingwer, ACA Group Principal Consultant, Investment Adviser Division; compliance executive offering over 10 years' experience building, supporting and leading advisory businesses in both private equity and fixed income Contact UsTo learn more, visit us at http://www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com/ (www.regulatoryroundtablepodcast.com) and https://www.acaglobal.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast (www.acaglobal.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast). If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com.  This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher and ACA Group for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher and ACA expressly disclaim all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher and ACA make no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher or ACA Group.

For the final episode of Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers in 2021, our hosts tackle a topic that has made its way to the forefront for firms across the nation: culture. What are the actual differences when it comes to law firm culture? How are cultures shifting in a remote environment? Can a firm actually take steps to alter its culture? Also, David highlights the recent hiring by Cravath of former FTC Assistant Director, Daniel K. Zach, while Zach discusses the hiring of former Simpson Thacher's Emerging Growth Practice Head, Jean Park, by Cooley. Tune in!

Dr. Diane Kunz is the Executive Director of the Center for Adoption Policy. She has also taught diplomatic history at Yale, Columbia, and Duke. Prior to her diplomatic history work, Dr. Kunz was a corporate lawyer, working at White & Case and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett. She is the author of numerous books including Butter and Guns: The Economic Diplomacy of the Cold War and a forthcoming work on the diplomatic, economic, and social history of US international adoption. The following are books and articles pertinent to our conversation today: Butter and Guns: America's Cold War Economic Diplomacy The Economic Diplomacy of the Suez Crisis The Battle for Britain's Gold Standard in 1931 Center for Adoption Policy Henry Kissinger and American Power: A Political Biography The Republic of Vietnam, 1955–1975: Vietnamese Perspectives on Nation Building

The first in a series of discussions about complex regulatory, compliance, and enforcement issues at the forefront of industry and regulatory developments, this episode focuses on the SEC's priorities relating to private funds, including SEC Chairman Gary Gensler's recent speech at the ILPA Summit; emerging exam trends including document production, deficiency letters and MNPI concerns; and changes to the exam referral process over the last two years. Meet Your Episode One HostsMarc P. Berger, Simpson Thacher Partner; former Acting Director and Deputy Director of the SEC's Enforcement Division and Director of the SEC's New York Office; former Chief of the Securities and Commodities Fraud Task Force, U.S. Attorney's Office, SDNY Allison Scher Bernbach, Simpson Thacher Senior Counsel, Private Funds; former private equity Chief Compliance Officer; over 20 years of regulatory compliance experience Michael J. Osnato, Jr., Simpson Thacher Partner and Head of the Firm's Funds Regulatory and Investigations group; former Chief of the SEC's Complex Financial Instruments Unit Robert Ingwer, ACA Group Principal Consultant, Investment Adviser Division; compliance executive offering over 10 years' experience building, supporting and leading advisory businesses in both private equity and fixed income Contact UsTo learn more, visit us at https://www.stblaw.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast (https://www.stblaw.com/regulatory-roundtable-podcast) and https://www.acaglobal.com (https://www.acaglobal.com). If you have any questions or any topics you would like to hear covered, contact us at regulatoryroundtable@stblaw.com. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher and ACA Group for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher and ACA expressly disclaim all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher and ACA make no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher or ACA Group.

https://www.stblaw.com/ (Simpson Thacher) and https://www.acaglobal.com/ (ACA Group) invite you to The Regulatory Roundtable, a quarterly podcast series offering insight from leading regulatory and enforcement lawyers and compliance specialists. With increased regulatory scrutiny from the SEC and other agencies, staying on top of regulatory trends has never been more important. This podcast will take you behind the scenes on important policy, exam and enforcement issues affecting funds and the asset management industry. Each episode will feature leading lawyers and compliance specialists with deep knowledge of the funds regulatory landscape who will explore today's most complex regulatory and compliance issues. We look forward to having you join us at the table. The Regulatory Roundtable. This podcast was recorded and is being made available by Simpson Thacher and ACA Group for general informational purposes only. Listeners should not consider the information available via this podcast to be an invitation for an attorney-client relationship, should not rely on the information provided during the podcast as legal advice for any purpose, and should always seek the legal advice of competent counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Listeners should not act, or refrain from acting, based on any information made available via this podcast, and Simpson Thacher and ACA expressly disclaim all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any contents of this podcast. By accessing this podcast you acknowledge that Simpson Thacher and ACA make no warranty, guaranty, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Simpson Thacher or ACA Group.

 In this podcast episode, Gustavo Morales Oliver presented Marc Berger, partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and Albert Stieglitz, partner at Alston & Bird. 

We love talking about charitable giving on the Wealth & Law Podcast. In previous episodes, we’ve discussed how individuals and families can incorporate charitable giving into their estate and investment plans. On this week’s episode, Brent and Rachel bring back Deborah Plum to talk about how to form your own non-profit. They get into the formation documents, how to get tax exempt status, and common issues that come up along the way. Deborah is an experienced trusts and estates associate with a background in corporate tax. Deborah has extensive knowledge of charitable foundations and not-for-profit organizations. Prior to joining Rimon, Deborah worked as a tax associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where she worked on matters involving private equity funds, Real Estate Investment Trusts, and other investment vehicles, in the context of mergers and acquisitions and tax-free reorganizations. After gaining additional experience in tax controversy while working at Kostelanetz & Fink LLP, Deborah joined the trusts and estates group at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. In shifting her focus to individual and family business tax planning, Deborah has advised clients on a variety of estate and gift tax questions, charitable endeavors, and succession planning. You can learn more about Deborah here: https://rimonlaw.com/team/deborah-plum. You can also learn more about Deborah’s non-profit, Basecamp for Veterans, Inc., here: https://www.bcampinc.com/.

This week on the Wealth & Law Podcast, Brent and Rachel sit down with Deborah Plum to go over the ins and out of New York estate and tax law. They get into New York’s estate tax, the infamous estate “tax cliff”, and income tax rules. Deborah is an experienced trusts and estates associate with a background in corporate tax. Deborah has extensive knowledge of charitable foundations and not-for-profit organizations. Prior to joining Rimon, Deborah worked as a tax associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where she worked on matters involving private equity funds, Real Estate Investment Trusts, and other investment vehicles, in the context of mergers and acquisitions and tax-free reorganizations. After gaining additional experience in tax controversy while working at Kostelanetz & Fink LLP, Deborah joined the trusts and estates group at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. In shifting her focus to individual and family business tax planning, Deborah has advised clients on a variety of estate and gift tax questions, charitable endeavors, and succession planning. You can learn more about Deborah here: https://rimonlaw.com/team/deborah-plum.

Ashwin Cheriyan took the leap into entrepreneurship with his wife, Shiri Avnery, when he started the plant-based meal delivery service, Thistle, in 2013. He was a former corporate lawyer, and she was a climate-scientist frustrated by how little people were talking about the environmental impact of reducing demand for animal products, let alone the impact on human health. They knew that getting people to shift their eating habits meant making plant-based meals more delicious and convenient.  In this episode of Lead With We, Ashwin and I talk about how his personal connection to healthy food has sustained him through the inevitable ups and downs of entrepreneurship, motivating consumers to make better choices, and so much more.  Ashwin Cheriyan Ashwin Cheriyan is an entrepreneur, recovering corporate lawyer and a mediocre surfer. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of Thistle, a San Francisco-based modern, tech-enabled, organic food and nutrition company. He was also the co-founder of WeGoFair, a social enterprise providing ratings for hotels and restaurants reflecting their performance on social and environmental issues. Prior to Thistle and WeGoFair, he spent 4 years in New York as an M&A associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett. He received his A.B. in Economics from Brown University and his JD from The University of Texas School of Law. Outside of Thistle, he spends his energy working with, advising and investing in startups, suiting up in neoprene to surf the "world-class" waves of Pacifica, and enjoying the abundant culinary delights the Bay Area has to offer.

En esta ocasión, nuestros socios Gabriel Matarasso y Julio César Rivera junto con los socios de Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, Todd Crider y Juan Francisco Méndez abordaron las posibles respuestas a la Comunicación 7106 del Banco Central bajo la ley de Nueva York y de Argentina y el impacto que esta tiene sobre la deuda internacional privada argentina.  

Welcome to the final episode of Season Two of the HALB Leadership Podcast! This week, we speak to Jeff Lee, Executive Producer of The Corp, a highly successful podcast on Barstool Sports featuring Alex Rodriguez and Dan Katz. He also regularly lectures on leadership and brand management at the business and law schools of Stanford, Harvard, Yale, Wharton and Michigan State. Up until recently, Jeff was also the Chief Operating Officer to Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez, building out their joint family office while overseeing matters ranging from investments and brand partnerships to PR/media management. Before his work with Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez, Jeff practiced law at Skadden, Sullivan & Cromwell and Wachtell. He was also a consultant to contestants in the Miss Universe competition from 2002 to 2017, and was the subject of GQ’s 2016 feature, “Mr. Miss Universe.” Jeff is a graduate of Stanford University, Yale Law School and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Kim Rivera is the President, Strategy and Business Management and Chief Legal Officer at HP Inc. She serves as a key business executive at HP and has played an instrumental role in navigating geopolitical and trade issues, major acquisitions, and the strategy and development of HP’s businesses and long-term go-to-market plan. She has more than 20 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies on significant corporate transactions, governance, compliance, risk management, audit and litigation matters. Prior to joining HP, she served as the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for DaVita HealthCare Partners, a Global Fortune 250 healthcare services company. While at DaVita, Kim was one of just three Hispanic women serving as the top legal officer of a Fortune 500 company. Prior to that, she was the Chief Compliance Officer and Head of International Legal Services at The Clorox Company. She was also the Chief Litigation Counsel for Rockwell Automation, where she was also the General Counsel for its Automation Controls and Information Group. Kim is passionate about giving back to the community and has served on numerous non-profit boards including the California Latino Community Foundation and the Denver Metro Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. She is a current member of the Leadership Council On Legal Diversity Board and is a frequent speaker on diversity and inclusion in corporations and the legal profession, with emphasis on women in leadership. She is a graduate of Harvard Law School and Duke University. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we speak to Kristy Wallace, the CEO of Ellevate Network, a network of high-achieving professional women. Ellevate is committed to tackling gender diversity issues in the workplace. Kristy is also the host of the Ellevate Podcast: Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Damien Atkins serves as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary at The Hershey Company. At Hershey, Damien oversees the legal, government affairs and corporate security teams as well as counsels the company’s Board of Directors and senior management. Before joining Hershey, Damien was General Counsel and Secretary for Panasonic Corporation of North America. Before joining Panasonic, he was Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel (Corporate) and Chief Compliance Officer of AOL Inc. Damien was named General Counsel of the Year in 2016 by the New Jersey Business Journal, Corporate Counsel of the Year in 2017 by the Metropolitan Black Bar Association, and Diverse Attorney of the Year in 2015 by the New Jersey Law Journal. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Jasmine Star is a photographer, business strategist and the Founder and CEO of Social Curator, a subscription-model business that provides its clients with curated photographs and caption templates that they can use on their social media pages. In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we hear about Jasmine's career path and decision to leave law school to start her own photography business, as well as what future lawyers should know about branding and client service. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Edith Shih is an Executive Director and the former Head Group General Counsel of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, a Global Fortune 500 conglomerate. CK Hutchison is one of the largest companies listed on the main board of The Hong Kong Stock Exchange and has five core businesses: ports, retail, infrastructure, energy and telecommunications. If you’ve spent time in Asia or Europe, you may be familiar with some of CK Hutchison’s retail brands under its A.S. Watson business, e.g. Watsons, PARKnSHOP, FORTRESS and Watson’s Wine, or its telecommunications networks, e.g. Three in Italy, the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Austria and Ireland! Edith was Head Group General Counsel of CK Hutchison and a predecessor entity, Hutchison Whampoa, from 1993 to 2017. She was the recipient of the first Hong Kong In-House Lawyer of the Year Award of Asian Legal Business, the first Asian Woman in Business Law Award of the Legal Media Group and General Counsel of the Year (Asia-Pacific Counsel Awards) of International Law Offices in 2014. She is also the International President and Executive Committee Chairman of The Chartered Governance Institute as well as a past President and current chairperson of various committees and panels of The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Today's episode is with Ajay Agrawal, the co-founder of UnitedLex, one of the earliest global alternative legal services providers. He's now the CEO of SirionLabs, a high tech contract management tool aimed at large companies. This episode is long. It's long because when I tried to find less valuable content to cut, I completely failed. This is because Ajay is a fascinating, articulate business leader with unique perspectives on the legal industry. He got his start practicing law at Simpson Thacher in New York and later was a part of Jones Day's expansion into India in the 90s and early 2000s. There, in India, he got a ringside view of a major global trend: outsourcing; in this case, outsourcing medium to high-sophistication legal work to indian attorneys. In this episode, Ajay does a great job of explaining complex business pain points and solutions. Additionally, his re-telling of specific moments in his entrepreneurial journey showcases critical moments where his ability to listen to clients, ask the right questions, and hustle, gave rise to high impact opportunities for Ajay and his company. If you like what you hear, rate us on Apple podcasts! Enjoy the episode.

Laurie Robinson Haden is the Founder and CEO of Corporate Counsel Women of Color (CCWC), a network of over 4,500 in-house women attorneys of color in the United States, as well as Canada, Asia, Africa and Europe. She is also Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel of ViacomCBS, Inc. in the litigation group, where she oversees and manages outside counsel, directs legal strategy, and participates in alternative dispute resolution. In this episode, we talk about everything from the history of CCWC and diversity in the legal profession, to Laurie's leadership style and tips for law students on finding mentors. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we speak to Pierre Gentin, Global General Counsel of McKinsey & Company. At McKinsey, Pierre leads the firm’s worldwide legal function and serves on the risk, audit, and governance committee of McKinsey’s board of directors. Pierre joined McKinsey with nearly 30 years’ experience in business, government service, and academia. He was a law firm partner, spent nearly two decades at Credit Suisse in senior legal and risk positions, and served as an Assistant United States Attorney at the Southern District of New York. He has lectured extensively on legal and business topics at universities in the United States and Europe and currently teaches at Wharton School of Business. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Brian Nam is Co-Founder and CEO of DIVE Studios, a podcast network which produces shows for K-Pop fans, Asian Americans, and audiences who appreciate Asian arts and culture. Their highly successful and popular roster includes the K-Pop Daebak Show with Eric Nam, The Tablo Podcast, and How Did I get Here with Jae of Day 6. DIVE Studios was founded in July 2019 and has production studios in Seoul and Los Angeles. In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we talk to Brian about his background, leadership style and experience running the DIVE Studios business. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

We are absolutely delighted to interview Don H. Liu, Chief Legal and Risk Officer of Target Corporation. Don is a member of Target’s executive leadership team and also serves as its Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary. Prior to joining Target, he held in-house leadership roles at Xerox Corporation, Toll Brothers, IKON Office Solutions, and Aetna U.S. Healthcare. He began his career in private practice, first at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and then at Richards & O’Neil (now Bingham McCutchen). Don received his J.D. from the Columbia Law School and graduated from Haverford College with a B.A. in Philosophy and Religion. To learn more about the Don H. Liu Scholars Program, visit: http://www.donhliuscholars.org The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we speak to Alli Webb, the founder of Drybar - the highly popular chain of blowout salons with over 100 locations today. She is also the co-founder of the massage business, Squeeze. Alli was a Guest Shark on Shark Tank, and her achievements include being listed on Fortune’s “40 under 40,” Marie Claire’s “16 Most Fascinating Women,” Fast Company’s “100 Most Creative People in Business” and Cosmopolitan’s “2013 Power List.” The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

The HALB Leadership Podcast is back! We are super excited to kick off Season Two of our podcast with a conversation with Farhad Karim. Farhad is a Senior Managing Director at The Blackstone Group. He is the Chief Operating Officer of Blackstone Real Estate Europe and the Global General Counsel of Blackstone Real Estate. In this episode, we talk about his career path, a little bit about what Blackstone Real Estate does, as well as his advice for the students in this audience. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season Two of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

This week, your hosts Steve Lowry and Yvonne Godfrey interview Katurah Topps (https://www.naacpldf.org/), Gino Brogdon (http://ginobrogdon.com/) and Derrick Pope (https://onthearc.net/)   Remember to rate and review GTP in iTunes: Click Here To Rate and Review   Episode Details: NAACP Legal Defense Fund Policy Counsel Katurah Topps, mediator and former Atlanta Judge Gino Brogdon, and Arc of Justice Institute founder Derrick Pope join Steve and Yvonne to discuss systemic racism in America's civil and criminal justice system. This enlightening panel discussion covers the historical context of systemic racism, the current Black Lives Matter movement, and the work we all must do to build a better future.   Read/Download the Complete Trial Documents   Guest Bios: Katurah Topps Katurah Topps serves as Policy Counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF). Prior to joining LDF, Katurah was a Litigation Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (Simpson Thacher). While at Simpson Thacher, she litigated a variety of complex commercial and civil rights cases. Additionally, Katurah co-founded Simpson Thacher's Civil Rights and Liberties Initiative, assisting in bringing meaningful civil rights leaders, knowledge, and work to the firm.   Before joining Simpson Thacher Katurah clerked for the Honorable Gerald Bruce Lee (retired) at the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. She also worked with Just the Beginning- A Pipeline Organization and its efforts to diversify the legal profession, by selecting, training, and elevating qualified diverse law students to interview with federal judges across the country, for judicial internships and clerkships.   Katurah earned her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. While at Georgetown Law, Katurah interned with LDF, served as an Editor for the Georgetown Law Journal, and collaborated with the Mid-Atlantic Innocence Project to represent those wrongfully convicted. Katurah also participated in Georgetown Law's renowned Appellate Litigation clinic.   Katurah, a St. Louis native, proudly received her B.A. in French and Philosophy from Saint Louis University. Read Full Bio   Hon. Gino Brogdon, Sr. Hon. Gino Brogdon, Sr. presided over complex civil and felony cases for almost ten years as a trial judge in the Superior and State Courts of Fulton County in Atlanta, Georgia. Following his 2005 retirement from the bench, Gino has tried high visibility civil cases for plaintiffs and defendants.    He has also become a highly sought after mediator and arbitrator, specializing in Catastrophic Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Complex Business, Construction, Discrimination, and Medico-legal issues. Gino has served as an adjunct professor of law at Emory University School of Law and at John Marshall School of Law and served as a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. Read Full Bio Derrick Alexander Pope Derrick Alexander Pope is President and founding Director of The Arc of Justice Institute. In this role, he has responsibility for all aspects of its standing initiatives and programs beginning with developing and managing the exhibit and its accompanying educational programs. He is also the host of its podcast, Hidden Legal Figures.   Before The Arc, Mr. Pope enjoyed a distinguished career in the public, private, and academic sectors. He has provided counsel to the legislative and executive branches of government at the federal, state, and county level, having most recently served as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. He is a former Assistant Legislative Counsel to the Georgia General Assembly and former Legislative Counsel to the Medical Association of Georgia. In 2015 and 2016, Mr. Pope was a member of the White House Data Driven Justice Initiative and the My Brother's Keeper Taskforce. In private practice, he has helped protect the inheritance rights of more than 500 families throughout Georgia. Mr. Pope is a former adjunct professor of law at the Georgia State University College of Law where he taught Probate Practice and Procedure.   Mr. Pope has several published works to his credit. He is the author of By the Content of Our Character: A Declaration of  Independence for Colored Folks, Negroes, Black People, and African Americans and Thy Will Be Done: An African American Guide to Estate Planning and the Howard Law Journal article A Constitutional Window to Interpretive Reason: Or in Other Words...The Ninth Amendment. In 2012 teaming with this daughter he released a spoken word CD - The Race Track. Read Full Bio Show Sponsors: Legal Technology Services - LTSatlanta.com Digital Law Marketing - DigitalLawMarketing.com Case Pacer - CasePacer.com Harris, Lowry, and Manton - hlmlawfirm.com   Free Resources: Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 1  Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 2

Disclaimer: “The views and opinions expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the views or policies of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.” Episode 20 Janet Wold Kanzawa - Lawyer Janet explains to Nick why she became a lawyer. She describes how her passion and interests such as international relations and philosophy were intertwined with international law, and she found the occupation to be both intellectually stimulating and a challenge she was willing to take on. As a philosophy major, Janet explains to Nick how many of the great philosophical questions we have as a society, often connect to how we view the justice system overall, and understanding philosophy helped her better comprehend how and why these legal systems existed in different nations. The two discuss the LSATs and preparation for Law School. Janet explains to Nick how the 3-years at law school work, and how the system of the "P14 schools" can affect the job hunt process for those who are attending law school. She also explains to Nick how the job hunt process essentially begins from year one, since the two summers law school students have are an essential time for them to get work experience between their studies. The two discuss the bar exam, and Janet explains how law school students prepare for the exam, and how the bar is different depending on the state. Janet clarifies for Nick what many companies mean when they say pro bono, and how some companies utilize a billing system that encourages their employees to work on cases which are pro bono. Janet explains to Nick how choosing a firm that had a very flexible pro bono system was one of the factors in regards to why she chose to work for her current law firm. Janet explains to Nick how right now is an excellent opportunity for any Japanese speaker to attend law school, and that there is consistently and constantly a demand for Japanese speakers who also have passed the bar. She explains how there is a system present where you could work in Tokyo as a US lawyer through going through the 外国法事務弁護士 system. Janet Wold Kanzawa (ASIJ 2010) Janet graduated from Vassar College in 2014, where she majored in Philosophy and International Studies and minored in Economics and Arabic. She returned to Tokyo for one year to work at ASIJ and coach volleyball and field hockey. Janet then moved to New York City to attend Columbia Law School. Upon graduation, Janet began her legal career at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett's New York office, where she completed rotations in the Banking & Credit and Capital Markets groups. Janet recently transferred to Simpson Thacher's Los Angeles office, where she represents private equity funds, corporations, and banks in financing matters. She has enjoyed doing pro bono legal work for the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Episode 20 Janet Wold Kanzawa - ​Lawyer Janet explains to Nick why she became a lawyer. She describes how her passion and interests such as international relations and philosophy were intertwined with international law, and she found the occupation to be both intellectually stimulating and a challenge she was willing to take on. As a philosophy major, Janet explains to Nick how many of the great philosophical questions we have as a society, often connect to how we view the justice system overall, and understanding philosophy helped her better comprehend how and why these legal systems existed in different nations. ​The two discuss the LSATs and preparation for Law School. Janet explains to Nick how the 3-years at law school work, and how the system of the "P14 schools" can affect the job hunt process for those who are attending law school. She also explains to Nick how the job hunt process essentially begins from year one, since the two summers law school students have are an essential time for them to get work experience between their studies. The two discuss the bar exam, and Janet explains how law school students prepare for the exam, and how the bar is different depending on the state. Janet clarifies for Nick what many companies mean when they say pro bono, and how some companies utilize a billing system that encourages their employees to work on cases which are pro bono. Janet explains to Nick how choosing a firm that had a very flexible pro bono system was one of the factors in regards to why she chose to work for her current law firm. Janet explains to Nick how right now is an excellent opportunity for any Japanese speaker to attend law school, and that there is consistently and constantly a demand for Japanese speakers who also have passed the bar. She explains how there is a system present where you could work in Tokyo as a US lawyer through going through the 外国法事務弁護士 system. Janet Wold Kanzawa (ASIJ 2010) Janet graduated from Vassar College in 2014, where she majored in Philosophy and International Studies and minored in Economics and Arabic. She returned to Tokyo for one year to work at ASIJ and coach volleyball and field hockey. Janet then moved to New York City to attend Columbia Law School. Upon graduation, Janet began her legal career at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett's New York office, where she completed rotations in the Banking & Credit and Capital Markets groups. Janet recently transferred to Simpson Thacher's Los Angeles office, where she represents private equity funds, corporations, and banks in financing matters. She has enjoyed doing pro bono legal work for the Natural Resources Defense Council.

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In the tenth and final episode of Season One of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we speak to Dr. Heidi Gardner. She is Distinguished Fellow at the Center on the Legal Profession at Harvard Law School and Faculty Chair of Harvard Law School's Accelerated Leadership Program. She’s also the author of the book “Smart Collaboration: How Professionals and Their Firms Succeed by Breaking Down Silos.” In this episode, we talk about Dr. Gardner’s research findings on collaboration, the effect of collaboration on law firm revenue, why cross-selling and collaboration are NOT the same thing, and what law students or junior lawyers can do to start training themselves to identify and address complex, higher-level problems (that clients don’t mind paying for.) The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Wilson Chu is a leader in the M&A world. He is the Chair of the American Bar Association’s M&A Committee, one of the masterminds behind the ABA’s influential M&A Deal Points Studies, founding co-chair of the University of Texas M&A Institute, founding chair of the Asia M&A Forum in Hong Kong, founding chair of the M&A Section of the Dallas Bar Association, and more. He is also a leader among Asian-American lawyers. At the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), Wilson’s projects include founding the Partners Committee, Best Lawyers Under 40 award and In-House Counsel Network and “20 by 20” challenge. In this episode, we cover everything from leadership and M&A, to career development strategies for Asian-American attorneys. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

CAF America President & CEO Ted Hart and his guest expert David Shevlin, Partner at Simpson Thacher, discuss the new charitable giving rules that became law as part of The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill includes provisions meant to encourage Americans to donate to charity. The move is meant to encourage additional contributions to the nonprofit sector, which is the third-largest industry in the country. Four specific provisions of the CARES Act will be discussed on this podcast, each provides incentives for individuals, families and corporations to give, but to receive the associated tax benefits, the new rules must be followed. Listeners will learn the steps necessary to qualify for the new "universal deduction", learn how those who itemize their deductions, can take the new 100% deduction off their adjusted gross income, learn how donor-advised funds are implicated in the new rules and how charitable contributions for corporations, that make cash contributions in 2020, can deduct 25% taxable income (up from 10%).

Join CAF America President and CEO, Ted Hart, as he and his guest experts Holly Welch Stubbing, President & CEO of E4E Relief, and David Shevlin, Partner at Simpson Thacher discusses how employers can assist employees dealing with hardships related to the unprecedented ‘shelter in place’ and ‘social distancing’ restrictions being enforced across the country. Some employees have found themselves suddenly jobless or temporarily living with drastically-reduced wages, whereas others are left figuring out how to care for their children or elderly parents.  Our special guests will help listeners learn how Employee relief funds (ERFs) can provide immediate charitable support to employees and their dependents who are facing financial difficulties because of personal hardship or disaster. However, these programs are complex to design and manage, attention to detail is key to regulatory compliance. This podcast will share both the legal and practical details a corporation must take into consideration when establishing such a fund. 

Amy Zhang and Nancy Zhu are third-year students at Harvard Law School and the 2019-2020 Co-Presidents of the Harvard Association for Law and Business, a student organization that is not only large and busy, but also kind. (Something we're very proud of!) In this episode, we talk about their leadership philosophies, building a supportive community, how high-performing environments and fostering great culture are not mutually exclusive, challenging expectations about what a leader “looks like” and so, so much more. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Olga Gutman is a Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where she is a member of the Corporate Department. Olga specializes in hedge funds, private equity funds and investment management matters. She regularly represents sponsors of private equity and hedge funds, and additionally advises clients on strategic investments (including secondary transactions) and M&A transactions executed by asset management firms. She’s also Co-Chair of Simpson Thacher’s Attorney Development Committee and a very, very proud mom. In this episode, we talk about everything from what private investment funds are, the journey to making partner and being a woman in big law, to investing in attorney development and why law firms must adapt and innovate in response to client demands. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Kristi Jobson is Chief Admissions Officer of Harvard Law School and all-round A+ human being. (We may be a little biased here at HALB. We love Kristi!) Prior to this role, Kristi was a big law litigator focusing on shareholder actions and complex commercial disputes and did three (3!) clerkships. She is a graduate of both Harvard Law School and Harvard College. Prior to law school, she was a teacher in New York City with Teach For America and she taught dance in Cambridge public schools throughout college. In this episode, we talk about topics including Kristi’s leadership philosophy, the new initiatives at HLS Admissions that she’s most proud of and “the secret to getting into Harvard Law School.” (I’m calling it. This episode is totally going viral on Reddit.) The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

“Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room” — and Paula Edgar’s personal brand is so strong that her name kept popping up at a leadership conference that I attended... even though she wasn’t even there! So of course we had to ask #CoachPaula to speak on today’s episode on personal branding. Paula Edgar is a speaker, executive coach, diversity consultant — and personal branding expert. She is the immediate past President of the Metropolitan Black Bar Association and her former roles include serving as the Chief Diversity Officer at New York Law School, the Associate Director of Career Services at Seton Hall University School of Law, and the Executive Director of Practicing Attorneys for Law Students Program, Inc. (PALS), a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing diversity in the legal profession. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Business development isn’t exactly a part of the typical law school curriculum. Yet, it is a key skill for senior lawyers and “rainmakers.” In today’s episode, we speak to Deborah Farone, author of “Best Practices in Law Firm Business Development and Marketing” and the former Chief Marketing Officer at both Cravath, Swaine & Moore and Debevoise & Plimpton. We discuss topics including: what law firm business development and marketing teams actually do, what makes a great rainmaker, and what are some of the skills we can be building now as law students. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

There are few who understand the legal industry as deeply David Lat does. Over the course of his career, he’s been a Ninth Circuit clerk, Wachtell associate, federal prosecutor, media start-up founder at Above The Law, legal journalist, novelist and, now, legal recruiter. In this episode, we ask David for an introduction to legal recruiting: how the business works, what characteristics and skills make a candidate stand out, what goes into a partner’s business plan, and so much more. The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Professor Scott Westfahl teaches courses on problem solving, teams, networks and innovation at Harvard Law School. This year, his classes include “Innovation in Legal Education and Practice” and the 1L class, “Leadership Fundamentals.” He is also the Director of HLS Executive Education, which means he runs leadership classes for law firm Managing Partners, General Counsels and other senior leaders in the legal profession. In this episode of the HALB Leadership Podcast, we talk about Professor Westfahl's career trajectory, as well as his work on leadership. If you want to hear about the transformational leadership insights that make law firm leaders end up "in tears" - don't miss this episode! The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Professor David Wilkins is the Lester Kissel Professor of Law, Vice Dean for Global Initiatives on the Legal Profession, and Faculty Director of the Center on the Legal Profession at Harvard Law School. He is an internationally renowned expert on the legal profession and legal education who has written over 80 articles on these topics in leading scholarly journals... And also a wonderful teacher, mentor and friend to his students! When we were brainstorming who we wanted to kick off Season One, Episode One of our podcast with, it was clear to us that there was no better person than Professor Wilkins to set the foundation and tone for the issues we want to discuss. His work and research has inspired generations of law students to think critically about the legal profession and its many changes and challenges, and we might not even have the frame of mind to start a podcast like this one, if not for his work. We hope that this conversation with Professor Wilkins will similarly inspire you—the law and pre-law students listening to the podcast—to engage with these issues. Read "The Practice" by the Harvard Center on the Legal Profession at https://clp.law.harvard.edu/the-practice/ The HALB Leadership Podcast is presented by the Harvard Association for Law and Business (HALB) and hosted by Genevieve Antono. Please follow us on Instagram (@HALBLeadership) and, if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please leave us a comment review! We want to hear your feedback. The cost of producing Season One of HALB Leadership Podcast has been generously sponsored by international law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Simpson Thacher has no influence or control over the content of this podcast. Each speaker’s (including each host and guest speaker’s) opinions are their own, and do not necessarily reflect those of our sponsor, wider HALB organization, or Harvard Law School.

Euwyn Poon was born in Singapore and moved to Canada as a young lad. His entrepreneurial tendencies and drive were evident at a young age. He entered Cornell University at the age of 15. After graduating with a degree in computer science, he went to Cornell Law School. It was during a sabbatical from Simpson Thacher, a top NYC law firm, he got the entrepreneurial bug and joined Y-Combinator. Euwyn is a great observer of the inefficiencies that surround us and turning them into business opportunities. He started Spin after a trip to China. Less than two years later, he sold it to Ford Motor Company. This podcast is produced by Bizi Media, they can be found at www.bizimedia.co Euwyn's Blogg https://blog.spin.pm/moving-forward-with-ford-49aa4ff056e Spin's LinkIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridespin/ Y Combinator https://www.ycombinator.com/ We love to hear from our listeners, send us your questions, comments, and suggestions at bela.and.mike@gmail.com We will answer your questions in a future episode. Thanks for listening, Bela and Mike --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bela-musits/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bela-musits/support

Jake Sussman studied law in Harvard and was all set for his career as a lawyer in one of the big law firms when he discovered that he could use artificial intelligence to solve one of the biggest pain points for lawyers, and make a lot of money at the same time. This revelation lead to his start-up, Evisort, a company that uses artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. In this episode, Jake takes us on a guided tour of business contracts including how and when to set them up, the key business and legal terms and the importance of filing and storing your contracts. He also shares his struggle of bringing his team from five employees to thirty in the past year, and the solutions he came up with to improve and speed up the onboarding process.   Teaser:    My Guest: Jake Sussman Jake is the Co-Founder and COO of Evisort, a startup using artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. Jake has previously worked at The Boston Consulting Group, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and in private equity. Jake received his J.D. from Harvard Law School and his B.S. from Rutgers University. Most recently, Jake and the Evisort team were featured in the Forbes annual 30 Under 30 for Law & Policy. More generally, my path isn’t exactly a straight line. I dropped out of high school when I was 15 and worked part-time while making some money selling items online. After a while, I decided to attend community college because the path I was on didn’t seem to be a very good one. I attended community college performed while, and ended up transferring to Rutgers and then attended Harvard Law School.   Pivotal Moments: Studied law at Harvard Law School, with the intention of following the clear cut, easy path to becoming a lawyer at one of the big law firms. Started talking to lawyers and realized that a big pain point for them was searching for technical language inside contracts. Realized that he could make a lot of money if he developed an algorithm that would solve this problem. Stopped just short of qualifying as a practising lawyer and created his start-up, Evisort, to develop artificially intelligent systems that search for data inside contracts. Currently, Jake is in the process of huge expansion at Evisort. In the last year, he upped his employees from about five to thirty and has just secured a $4.5 million funding investment from existing investors and new ones.   The Advice:   Sales and Systems All businesses need to have sales and systems in order to be effective. Often someone who is good at sales will not be good at creating and maintaining effective systems and managing business processes, or vice versa. In this case, bringing in a partner to be either the CEO or the COO can be the key to business success. However, when bringing in a partner, there needs to be clearly defined roles to avoid stepping on each other’s toes. One role will include managing sales, being the visionary, developing and growing the business. The other role will involve managing the internal operations, creating processes and protocols, and managing day-to-day operations.   Creating Contracts If you are cutting a deal with someone, don’t be afraid to ask for a contract. Contracts are extremely valuable, not only to avoid any future complications but also because: Contracts set clear expectations of what each side will receive and provide. Contracts can act as a great client filter. Anyone who won’t sign a contract or makes unnecessary complications when agreeing on a contract will often not be a great client. Creating a contract shows that you are serious and professional.   Filing Contracts Make sure to file all your contracts right from the beginning of your business. This includes everything from contracts with clients, staff and vendors, to subscriptions for online programs or software. It’s...

Jake Sussman studied law in Harvard and was all set for his career as a lawyer in one of the big law firms when he discovered that he could use artificial intelligence to solve one of the biggest pain points for lawyers, and make a lot of money at the same time. This revelation lead to his start-up, Evisort, a company that uses artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. In this episode, Jake takes us on a guided tour of business contracts including how and when to set them up, the key business and legal terms and the importance of filing and storing your contracts. He also shares his struggle of bringing his team from five employees to thirty in the past year, and the solutions he came up with to improve and speed up the onboarding process.   Teaser:    My Guest: Jake Sussman Jake is the Co-Founder and COO of Evisort, a startup using artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. Jake has previously worked at The Boston Consulting Group, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and in private equity. Jake received his J.D. from Harvard Law School and his B.S. from Rutgers University. Most recently, Jake and the Evisort team were featured in the Forbes annual 30 Under 30 for Law & Policy. More generally, my path isn’t exactly a straight line. I dropped out of high school when I was 15 and worked part-time while making some money selling items online. After a while, I decided to attend community college because the path I was on didn’t seem to be a very good one. I attended community college performed while, and ended up transferring to Rutgers and then attended Harvard Law School.   Pivotal Moments: Studied law at Harvard Law School, with the intention of following the clear cut, easy path to becoming a lawyer at one of the big law firms. Started talking to lawyers and realized that a big pain point for them was searching for technical language inside contracts. Realized that he could make a lot of money if he developed an algorithm that would solve this problem. Stopped just short of qualifying as a practising lawyer and created his start-up, Evisort, to develop artificially intelligent systems that search for data inside contracts. Currently, Jake is in the process of huge expansion at Evisort. In the last year, he upped his employees from about five to thirty and has just secured a $4.5 million funding investment from existing investors and new ones.   Resources & Links: Find Jake on Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakesussman/ (LinkedIn) Find Evisort: http://evisort.com/ (evisort.com) Knowledgebase tool: https://www.notion.so/ (Notion) Contract Template Resource: https://www.cooleygo.com/ (Cooley GO) Recommended Book: https://www.amazon.com/Short-Happy-Business-Contracts-Guides/dp/164020072X (Short and Happy Guide to Business Contracts) Work with Estie: http://www.strandconsulting.net/ (www.strandconsulting.net) Join us on the Show: http://www.estierand.com/breakthrough (www.estierand.com/breakthrough)   Part 2 of this episode, where you can learn everything you need to know about contracts, plus Jake's struggle and breakthrough, will be live this Thursday 14th March at http://estierand.com/53-2 (estierand.com/53)http://estierand.com/53-2 (-2) Did you enjoy this episode? Then https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/estie-rand/id1358797306?mt=2&ls=1 (subscribe to my podcast on iTunes), so you can get automatic updates whenever another episode goes live (and you will be helping me get to #1 on iTunes, making us all cooler in the process!)

Jake Sussman studied law in Harvard and was all set for his career as a lawyer in one of the big law firms when he discovered that he could use artificial intelligence to solve one of the biggest pain points for lawyers, and make a lot of money at the same time. This revelation lead to his start-up, Evisort, a company that uses artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. In this episode, Jake takes us on a guided tour of business contracts including how and when to set them up, the key business and legal terms and the importance of filing and storing your contracts. He also shares his struggle of bringing his team from five employees to thirty in the past year, and the solutions he came up with to improve and speed up the onboarding process.   Teaser:    My Guest: Jake Sussman Jake is the Co-Founder and COO of Evisort, a startup using artificial intelligence to extract key data and legal terms from contracts. Jake has previously worked at The Boston Consulting Group, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and in private equity. Jake received his J.D. from Harvard Law School and his B.S. from Rutgers University. Most recently, Jake and the Evisort team were featured in the Forbes annual 30 Under 30 for Law & Policy. More generally, my path isn’t exactly a straight line. I dropped out of high school when I was 15 and worked part-time while making some money selling items online. After a while, I decided to attend community college because the path I was on didn’t seem to be a very good one. I attended community college performed while, and ended up transferring to Rutgers and then attended Harvard Law School.   Pivotal Moments: Studied law at Harvard Law School, with the intention of following the clear cut, easy path to becoming a lawyer at one of the big law firms. Started talking to lawyers and realized that a big pain point for them was searching for technical language inside contracts. Realized that he could make a lot of money if he developed an algorithm that would solve this problem. Stopped just short of qualifying as a practising lawyer and created his start-up, Evisort, to develop artificially intelligent systems that search for data inside contracts. Currently, Jake is in the process of huge expansion at Evisort. In the last year, he upped his employees from about five to thirty and has just secured a $4.5 million funding investment from existing investors and new ones.   The Advice:   Sales and Systems All businesses need to have sales and systems in order to be effective. Often someone who is good at sales will not be good at creating and maintaining effective systems and managing business processes, or vice versa. In this case, bringing in a partner to be either the CEO or the COO can be the key to business success. However, when bringing in a partner, there needs to be clearly defined roles to avoid stepping on each other’s toes. One role will include managing sales, being the visionary, developing and growing the business. The other role will involve managing the internal operations, creating processes and protocols, and managing day-to-day operations.   Creating Contracts If you are cutting a deal with someone, don’t be afraid to ask for a contract. Contracts are extremely valuable, not only to avoid any future complications but also because: Contracts set clear expectations of what each side will receive and provide. Contracts can act as a great client filter. Anyone who won’t sign a contract or makes unnecessary complications when agreeing on a contract will often not be a great client. Creating a contract shows that you are serious and professional.   Filing Contracts Make sure to file all your contracts right from the beginning of your business. This includes everything from contracts with clients, staff and vendors, to subscriptions for online programs or software. It’s...

Lyft’s Head of Social Impact, Mike Masserman, joins the pod to talk about how a tech company can still invest in social good — even in an era of heightened government scrutiny across some of the world’s largest technology corporations. Mike Masserman is currently the Head of Global Policy & Social Impact at Lyft, where he works on initiatives related to civic engagement, autonomous vehicles, opening global markets, and smart cities.  Michael was previously the Senior Director for Federal & International Government Relations where he built out Lyft’s Federal and Policy Partnerships teams. Prior to Lyft, Michael held a number of senior positions in the Obama Administration, and worked in various capacities on Obama’s 2008 campaign.  He began his career practicing international corporate law at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in New York, and then at King Wood & Mallesons in Sydney, Australia. He received his B.A. with distinction from the University of Michigan, his J.D. cum laude from University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and is a National Security Fellow with the Truman National Security Project.

Special guest Robert René Rabalais, partner with Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in Houston, speaks with Robert Kinney and David Lat about Simpson's entry into Houston, the Houston legal market in general, and business development for lawyers.   Biglaw Book of Business features veteran legal recruiter Robert Kinney, Founder and President of Kinney Recruiting, and David Lat, Editor at Large and Founder of Above the Law. In each episode, these two experts on the world of Biglaw and elite boutiques discuss recent notable lateral moves, take an in-depth look at a specific legal market, and offer advice for current and aspiring partners at leading law firms.   Links and Resources from this Episode https://abovethelaw.com http://www.kinneyrecruiting.com Connect with David Lat and Robert Kinney https://twitter.com/atlblog https://twitter.com/kinneyrec https://twitter.com/DavidLat Email David at dlat@abovethelaw.com Email Robert at robert@kinneyrecruiting.com   Episode Highlights Simpson & Thacher’s growth in the Houston market. What initially brought Simpson into the Houston market. Snapshot of the Houston legal market. Current state of the market in Texas. Robert Rabalais’s approach and philosophy to business development. Business development changes Robert has seen over the decades.   Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear, please leave a review by clicking here. Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe with Stitcher Subscribe with RSS

Lorine Pendleton is a seasoned business development executive with extensive experience in the legal, internet/new media and entertainment industries. She is the US Director of Business Development for the largest global law firm in the world.  She is also an active angel investor who invests and advises women and minority-led companies.  Listen on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn In this episode, I asked Lorine these questions: What was your dream as a child? Did you always have dreams of being a lawyer? What are the biggest things you learned about yourself in your time at Londell McMillan PC? Why transition from being a practicing attorney to your present role with Dentons? Do you have mentors today? When did you begin learning about the process of being an investor? Explain what an angel investor is and does?  What are the most important metrics that you're looking for as an angel and that help you decide whether you're going to take action and invest with a founder? How do you keep from falling into and getting stuck in comfort zones with work? What do you do to push yourself to new and higher heights? Share a couple fundamental lessons that black women and minority founders need to know, to grow their business and raise funds. 00:00 -  What can we look forward to with you? Are there any big dreams and goals on your vision board for the next 10 years and beyond that you'd care to share with us? Lorine shares 8 alternate sources to seek funding beyond traditional angel / venture capital (V.C.) funding: Government Grants Small Business Research Innovation Program Business Technology Transfer Program Economic Development Agencies  Startup Competitions Verizon Powerful Answers Competition Startup Accelerator Programs Crowd Funding Websites  Links and resources mentioned: Lorine Pendleton on Twitter Lorine Pendleton on LinkedIn Lorine's article on Black Enterprise Lorine - AngelList Lorine's Fav Resources: Evernote Lorine's Fav Book:  The Startup Checklist: 25 Steps to a Scalable, High-Growth Business; Why Should White Guys Have All the Fun?: How Reginald Lewis Created a Billion-Dollar Business Empire   Lorine Pendleton's Bio Lorine Pendlenton is a seasoned business development executive with extensive experience in the legal, internet/new media and entertainment industries.  She is the US Director of Business Development for the largest global law firm in the world.  She previously worked at Simpson Thacher, one of the oldest and most prestigious law firms in the US.  Previous stints include working at a number of startups such as SelectMinds, developer of web-based social network programs for corporations acquired by Oracle and Community Connect, the publisher of the leading ethnic social networking websites BlackPlanet, AsianAvenue, and MiGente, acquired by Interactive One. She is a former practicing attorney at Londell McMillan PC, a leading entertainment boutique law firm, where she structured and negotiated multifaceted entertainment and media deals on behalf of her clients such as Prince, Spike Lee, Ruff Ryders Records, Faith Evans, Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan. Lorine is an active angel investor who invests and advises women and minority led companies.  Her portfolio includes Cisse Trading, Traklight, Hire an Esquire and Nextwave Rising Tide Fund.  She is an alumna of Pipeline Angels, an angel investing bootcamp which trains women to become angel investors and increase diversity in the US angel investing community. Lorine served on the board of directors for the National Black Programming Consortium, which provides funds and distributes films and TB programs relating to African Americans with principal funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting/PBS. She also served on the board of Living Labs Foundation, which organized the TEDxHarlem conference in Harlem in 2012.

Dr. Teri Melese, Associate Professor of Medicine, and Assistant Vice Chancellor of Industry Alliances at the University of California, San Diego shares insights into the evolution, challenges, opportunities, and outlook for academic-industry partnerships. Dr. Melese will be moderating a discussion on this topic during the 11th Annual Strategic Alliance Management Congress, taking place, May 5-7, 2014 in Philadelphia. She'll be joined by a notable panel of the industry's best, including Anthony Marshall of IBM, Sylvaine Cases of Sanofi-Aventis, Noah Leibowitz of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and Yvonne Tran of Schrödinger. Learn more about the event at http://www.healthtech.com/ams Discussion questions include: What changes have been noted with these types of partnerships over the past decade? What challenges exist that are harder to overcome? What are clear-cut and feasible opportunities? What will the panel discussion Optimizing the Impact of Academic-Industry Alliances on Innovation convey to attendees during the 11th Annual Strategic Alliance Congress? What is the outlook for the ways in which these partnerships will continue to evolve? What does this mean for stakeholders involved?

cross the world law enforcement, enterprises and national security apparatus utilize a small but important set of software tools to perform data recovery and investigations. These tools are expected to perform a large range of dangerous functions, such as parsing dozens of different file systems, email databases and dense binary file formats. Although the software we tested is considered a critical part of the investigatory cycle in the criminal and civil legal worlds, our testing demonstrated important security flaws within only minutes of fault injection. In this talk, we will present our findings from applying several software exploitation techniques to leading commercial and open-source forensics packages. We will release several new file and file system fuzzing tools that were created in support of this research, as well as demonstrate how to use the tools to create your own malicious hard drives and files. This talk will make the following arguments: 1. Forensic software vendors are not paranoid enough. Vendors must operate under the assumption that their software is under concerted attack. 2. Vendors do not take advantage of the protections for native code that platforms provide, such as stack overflow protection, memory page protection), safe exception handling, etc. 3. Forensic software customers use insufficient acceptance criteria when evaluating software packages. Criteria typically address only functional correctness during evidence acquisition when no attacker is present, yet forensic investigations are adversarial. 4. Methods for testing the quality of forensic software are not meaningful, public, or generally adopted. Our intention is to expose the security community to the techniques and importance of testing forensics software, and to push for a greater cooperation between the customers of forensics software to raise the security standard to which such software is held. Chris Palmer is a security consultant with iSEC Partners, performing application penetration tests, code reviews, and security research. Tim Newsham is a security consultant with iSEC Partners. He has over a decade of experience in computer security research, development and testing. Alex Stamos is the co-founder and VP of Professional Services at iSEC Partners, a leading provider of application security services. Alex is an experienced security engineer and consultant specializing in application security and securing large infrastructures, and has taught multiple classes in network and application security. He is a well-known researcher in the field of software security and has been a featured speaker at top industry conferences such as BlackHat, CanSecWest, DefCon, Toorcon, SyScan, Microsoft BlueHat, the Web 2.0 Expo, InfraGuard, ISACA and OWASP. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. Chris K. Ridder is a Residential Fellow at Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society (CIS). His research interests include the full range of issues that arise at the intersection of technology and the law, including the application of intellectual property law to software and the Internet, and the impact of technological change on privacy and civil liberties. Prior to joining CIS, Chris was an associate at Fish & Richardson P.C. and subsequently Simpson Thacher and Barltett LLP, where he litigated a broad range of patent, intellectual property and complex commercial cases. From 2001-2002, he was a law clerk for the Honorable Mariana R. Pfaelzer of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Chris received his J.D. from the University of California at Berkeley (Boalt Hall) in 2001. Before he went to law school, Chris was a newspaper editor and publisher where he served, among other positions, as Editor-in-Chief of the Anchorage Press, the largest weekly newspaper in Anchorage, Alaska.

cross the world law enforcement, enterprises and national security apparatus utilize a small but important set of software tools to perform data recovery and investigations. These tools are expected to perform a large range of dangerous functions, such as parsing dozens of different file systems, email databases and dense binary file formats. Although the software we tested is considered a critical part of the investigatory cycle in the criminal and civil legal worlds, our testing demonstrated important security flaws within only minutes of fault injection. In this talk, we will present our findings from applying several software exploitation techniques to leading commercial and open-source forensics packages. We will release several new file and file system fuzzing tools that were created in support of this research, as well as demonstrate how to use the tools to create your own malicious hard drives and files. This talk will make the following arguments: 1. Forensic software vendors are not paranoid enough. Vendors must operate under the assumption that their software is under concerted attack. 2. Vendors do not take advantage of the protections for native code that platforms provide, such as stack overflow protection, memory page protection), safe exception handling, etc. 3. Forensic software customers use insufficient acceptance criteria when evaluating software packages. Criteria typically address only functional correctness during evidence acquisition when no attacker is present, yet forensic investigations are adversarial. 4. Methods for testing the quality of forensic software are not meaningful, public, or generally adopted. Our intention is to expose the security community to the techniques and importance of testing forensics software, and to push for a greater cooperation between the customers of forensics software to raise the security standard to which such software is held. Chris Palmer is a security consultant with iSEC Partners, performing application penetration tests, code reviews, and security research. Tim Newsham is a security consultant with iSEC Partners. He has over a decade of experience in computer security research, development and testing. Alex Stamos is the co-founder and VP of Professional Services at iSEC Partners, a leading provider of application security services. Alex is an experienced security engineer and consultant specializing in application security and securing large infrastructures, and has taught multiple classes in network and application security. He is a well-known researcher in the field of software security and has been a featured speaker at top industry conferences such as BlackHat, CanSecWest, DefCon, Toorcon, SyScan, Microsoft BlueHat, the Web 2.0 Expo, InfraGuard, ISACA and OWASP. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. Chris K. Ridder is a Residential Fellow at Stanford Law School's Center for Internet and Society (CIS). His research interests include the full range of issues that arise at the intersection of technology and the law, including the application of intellectual property law to software and the Internet, and the impact of technological change on privacy and civil liberties. Prior to joining CIS, Chris was an associate at Fish & Richardson P.C. and subsequently Simpson Thacher and Barltett LLP, where he litigated a broad range of patent, intellectual property and complex commercial cases. From 2001-2002, he was a law clerk for the Honorable Mariana R. Pfaelzer of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. Chris received his J.D. from the University of California at Berkeley (Boalt Hall) in 2001. Before he went to law school, Chris was a newspaper editor and publisher where he served, among other positions, as Editor-in-Chief of the Anchorage Press, the largest weekly newspaper in Anchorage, Alaska.