News and Insights

8.25.20

USMCA Succeeds NAFTA Rule Governing Trade in North America

Washington, D.C.-based attorney Joanne Zimolzak, a Member in Dykema’s Business Litigation practice and Insurance Industry Group, and government policy advisors James Brandell and Andrew Buczek co…

4.27.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: ESG, Labor and Employment, Antitrust

This webinar will address survey findings in the ESG, labor and employment and antitrust sectors.

5.21.19

Common Mistakes in the Design and Operation of Compliance Programs—and the Legal Consequences They Create

It is no secret that having a compliance program is a must, particularly for companies in heavily regulated industries. The existence of an “effective” compliance program is a material credit in the…

11.11.21

Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Event at the DAC

Join Dykema on Thursday, November 11, 2021, when we’ll provide a preview of the results of Dykema's annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall…

3.03.25

U.S. Companies No Longer Subject to CTA Enforcement, Treasury Confirms

On March 2, the U.S. Treasury Department announced that it would suspend enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) against U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. This means that no…

2.28.25

FinCEN Will Not Impose Fines or Penalties for Beneficial Ownership Reporting Deadlines

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced that it will not impose fines, penalties, or take enforcement actions against companies that fail to file or update their Beneficial…

2.20.25

Corporate Transparency Act’s BOI Reporting Mandates Reinstated… For Now—Preparing for Upcoming Deadlines and Legislative Challenges

BOI reporting requirements under the CTA are back in effect. On February 17, a federal judge lifted the nationwide stay he had issued on January 7 in Smith v. U.S. Department of the Treasury, 6:24-cv…

7.22.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Dissolving Your Business? Here’s What You Need To Know about the CTA’s Latest Reporting Requirements (with Jeff Gifford)

Dissolving your business before January 1, 2025? According to some recent guidance regarding the Corporate Transparency Act, you might still have outstanding paperwork to file with FinCEN. Jeff…

6.26.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Could You Be Breaking the SEC's New Insider Trading Regulations? (with Will Liebmann)

In a landmark win, the SEC found a former executive liable for insider trading after he allegedly used his knowledge of his company's upcoming acquisition to trade in shares of a competitor. It's a…

6.18.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Could a Hidden Liability Derail Your Next Acquisition? Here's How to Negotiate Stronger Indemnification Clauses (with Nick Monaghan)

You've just finalized an acquisition, only to later discover a costly legal dispute the seller didn't disclose. Situations like these underscore the critical importance of strong indemnification…

8.01.24

What do real estate investors need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act?

In real estate, complex ownership structures have long been a part of the game. But the introduction of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) earlier this year has presented a new set of potential…

3.12.24

How are M&A deals structured in the cannabis industry?

Like most other practices in the cannabis industry, conducting M&A activity within this space presents its own unique challenges. Federal prohibition restricts traditional financing methods and…

2.08.24

To drill or not to drill? What landowners in Texas need to know about mineral and surface rights

In the Lone Star State, owning the surface doesn't mean owning everything underground. Mineral and surface rights can belong to someone else, granting them access and potentially disrupting your…

1.09.24

"Why Carta’s public battle might be a private markets nightmare"

Frank Ballantine was quoted in the Fortune article, "Why Carta’s public battle might be a private markets nightmare."

7.05.23

Dean Gould Provides Insight on DSO Deal Structures on The Dental Practice Sale Podcast

Dean Gould joined The Dental Practice Sale podcast for its episode, "The Evolution of Deal Structures in the DSO Space - with Dean Gould."

11.21.21

MiBiz and Tom Vaughn Discuss The PE-Related Results of Dykema's Annual M&A Survey

Tom Vaughn was interviewed by MiBiz for its article, "PE deals expected to drive record-breaking year for M&A in 2022." 

11.07.24

Dykema Receives 15 National Rankings and 153 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 15 practice areas in the 2025 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 153 metropolitan rankings…

11.02.23

Dykema Receives 14 National Rankings and 153 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2024

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 14 practice areas in the 2024 Best Law Firms list, and received a total of 153 metropolitan rankings…

8.17.23

194 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2024 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 194 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024 guide and the Best…

11.03.22

2022 Mergers and Acquisitions Outlook Survey

The results of Dykema's 2023 Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey are in! This survey tracks the marketplace to gauge the direction of the M&A market and economy for the coming year.

11.11.21

2021 Mergers and Acquisitions Outlook Survey

The results of Dykema's annual Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey are in! This survey tracks the marketplace to gauge the direction of the M&A market and economy for the coming year. As with…

3.24.23

Careers in Energy Law

Megan Knell serves as a featured panelist at the Texas A&M University School of Law's 12th Annual Energy Law Symposium "Energy Law Currents: Energy Transition Under Uncertainty." The panel was titled,…

10.26.21

Current State of Middle Market Deals, Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio

Jeff Gifford will address the current state of Middle-Market deals for the Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio's in-person Luncheon on October 26, 2021, at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse…

11.16.21

A Virtual Preview of Dykema's Annual "State of the M&A Market" Analysis

Please join Dykema on Tuesday, November 16th for a virtual preview of the results of our annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall Street…

12.10.20

Government Enforcement in the Biden Administration: Will Everything Old Be New Again?

After 4 years of adjusting to the government enforcement policies and priorities enacted by the Trump administration, many businesses now wonder what laws and regulations await under President-elect…