HUB Talks: Recent Episodes
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Keeping up with legal and regulatory issues and industry trends that impact your business both locally and globally can be challenging. Whether you are in a legal department or are a C-suite executive, you must navigate ever-changing laws and regulations. HUB Talks, a podcast launched by K&L Gates, covers critical issues at the intersection of business and law. Tune in to HUB Talks for insight from K&L Gates lawyers that will help you stay on top of the latest industry and legal trends across a broad spectrum of industry sectors.
The following programs are part of HUB Talks:
Arbitration World: created as a supplement to K&L Gates’ long standing publication Arbitration World and provides access to Arbitration World content and other standalone arbitration related content.
Congressional Investigations 101: features discussions on topics related to U.S. congressional investigations.
The Digital Crisis PR: aims to help you proactively plan for and manage any digital crisis situation.
Distressed Solutions: Discussions of problem solving in Restructuring & Insolvency intended for debtors, creditors, private equity firms, R&I professionals, and accountants.
Fintech Forward: provides timely updates on emerging developments and cutting-edge advancements trending in the Fintech space.
Miami Legal Tropics: Brings you hot-button topics and emerging legal trends that drive our Miami marketplace and extend far beyond.
OnRisk: discusses insurance topics from a policyholder's perspective.
Stopping Traffick: created by the K&L Gates Ethical Supply Chain Task Force to addresses topics that are important for corporations with complex supply chains by highlighting the specific risks of human trafficking and forced labor in a company’s supply chain that are often unknown and how to best avoid this and its many adverse consequences.
Talking Sports Law: features discussions of sports law issues, interviews with sports law professionals, and analysis of recent trends at the intersection of sports and the law.
Joan Lim-Casanova is joined by Vivekananda Neelakantan (Registrar of the SIAC) to discuss current trends in arbitration under the SIAC Arbitration Rules 2025, including as to users of SIAC arbitration, digital security, AI and the key challenges currently faced by the SIAC as an administering institution.
Joan Lim-Casanova is joined by Vivekananda Neelakantan (Registrar of the SIAC) to discuss some of the key features of arbitration under the SIAC Arbitration Rules 2025, including the recent amendments to the Rules.
In this episode of Lay of the Land, K&L Gates Real Estate lawyer David Rubenstein is joined by Paul Manzer, principal and data center market leader with Navix Engineering, to explore the evolving landscape of data center construction. We dive into the unique civil engineering challenges—from site selection to due diligence—and trace the evolution of these challenges from past limitations to present-day complexities like supply chain issues and legal hurdles.
Looking ahead, we discuss future trends driven by AI and emerging technologies, examining how legal strategies and engineering innovation can address these challenges. We provide key takeaways for developers and investors, emphasizing the critical collaboration between legal and engineering teams.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, host John Wilson and co-host Trevor Gates are joined by Fred Rivera, former Executive Vice President and General Counsel of the Seattle Mariners. Rivera describes his time with the Mariners and what his next professional chapter looks like.
K&L Gates Tax partner Will LeDoux joins Randy Clark for a discussion of the 2018 Supreme Court case South Dakota v. Wayfair and its impact on sales tax nexus and subsequent transaction considerations.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, host John Wilson and co-host Trevor Gates are joined by Bob Caldwell, VP and General Counsel of Real Salt Lake (Major League Soccer) and Utah Royals (National Women’s Soccer League).
On this episode of The Inside Basis, host Randy Clark discusses some common issues in F-reorganizations involving S-corporations, a popular structural approach used in private equity transactions.
In our second episode of The Inside Basis, Randy Clark is joined by Marion Zeller, a tax partner in our Luxembourg office, and David Mussche, an associate director with Howden M&A's tax team, to discuss the state of tax insurance in Luxembourg and its impacts on deal process and risk mitigation.
Peter Morton (London) is joined by Paul Jebely, the Founder and Chairperson of the Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation (HCAA), to discuss the origin and aims of the HCAA and some of the key features of arbitration under the HCAA Arbitration Rules.
In our inaugural episode of The Inside Basis, Randy Clark is joined by Sarah Bowman, one of our estate planning and trust administration lawyers, and Lauren Anderson, a wealth advisor at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, to discuss estate and gift planning, recent trends in the setup of and transfers to trusts, and the impact of scheduled changes to federal estate and gift exemptions.
In episode two of our Baltic States series, Ian Meredith is joined by speakers from Ellex Valiunas - Vilija Vaitkute Pavan, Dr. Tadas Varapnickas, and Simona Budreikaitė to discuss the topical and investment related issues of international arbitration within the Baltic States.
The first episode in our two-part Baltic States series, Ian Meredith is joined by speakers from Ellex Valiunas - Vilija Vaitkute Pavan, Dr. Tadas Varapnickas, and Simona Budreikaitė - who offer an overview of international arbitration in and involving parties across the Baltic States, with a focus on Lithuania.
In the second episode of our Interstate Arbitration series, Ian Meredith continues the conversation with Professor Stephen Minas. In this episode we will dive into some specific aspects of interstate arbitration. Ian and Stephen discuss the particular role that interstate arbitration plays/could play in the ongoing war between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, as well as its role in the road to reach Net Zero. They also touch on the potential obligations of states in relation to the High Seas Treaty and the potential relevance of interstate arbitration to the management of pandemics.
In this first episode of our Interstate Arbitration series, Ian Meredith talks with Professor Stephen Minas of Peking University Transnational Law School, to introduce the general ins and outs of interstate (or State vs State) arbitration and how it differs from other forms of arbitration, the basis for jurisdiction in interstate arbitration, and its potential role in resolving major international disputes.
Major residential condominium construction has seen a decade-plus lull, due in part to an onerous warranty statute applicable only to condos. The Washington State Legislature significantly changed that statute in 2019, and the statute of limitations has now expired on the first condos subject to the new changes.
Insurance professional Aaron Laing, an account executive with Parker, Smith & Feek, joins this episode to discuss the current state of play for condo liability, insurers’ thoughts on these projects, and whether the time is right to re-evaluate the potential for condominiums as partial solutions to the housing crisis in Washington.
In this episode, Emma Lidström (K&L Gates, London) speaks with Wendy Miles KC (Barrister at Twenty Essex) to discuss the path to net zero and explore the general trends in the international arbitration world and how they relate to the energy transition.
In this episode, hosts Alex Kaplan and Heather Horowitz speak with guest Andrew Son, President of District Wharf Properties. The Wharf is one of the largest and most successful real estate projects developed in Washington, D.C. over the last several decades. In this episode, Andrew discusses The Wharf’s unique features, symbiotic relationships among property uses, and practical navigation through the COVID-19 pandemic and challenging markets.
In this episode, Thomas Nietsch, a partner in our Berlin office, sits down with Jelena Kljujic (Privacy Officer at Cisco, EMEA) and Gabriela Mercuri (Managing Director at Scope Europe) to discuss strategies for ensuring compliance while using cloud services. The speakers will discuss various codes of conduct that businesses should follow, including tips on choosing a cloud provider, implementing security measures, and training staff on compliance issues.
In this episode, our hosts and other industry leaders discuss the federal and local economic incentives for businesses expanding to the Washington, D.C., region—including the Inflation Reduction Act, Vitality Fund, and incentives available from the Department of Energy.
K&L Gates' partners Dominic Fleeton, Dylan G. Moses, and David C. Lindsay compare and contrast the approaches to regulating and enforcing the management of psychosocial risks and hazards in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
As part of a mini-series exploring arbitration in Asia, Ian Meredith (K&L Gates, London) speaks with Dr. Mingchao Fan, the Executive Vice President of the Shanghai Arbitration Commission, regarding arbitrations administered by the Commission, the key features of arbitration under the Commission’s Arbitration Rules, and the plans of the Commission going forward against the context of current and anticipated future developments in dispute resolution in the PRC and internationally.
In this episode, our hosts speak with Alex Iams, executive vice president of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority. This discussion centers on attracting business and investment to the Northern Virginia suburbs outside D.C., contrasting with our previous conversations focused on trends in central business districts.
In this episode, our privacy lawyers, Claude-Étienne Armingaud, Whitney McCollum, and Camille Scarparo, sit down with Arya Tripathy, a partner at Priti Suri & Associates in New Dehli, and discuss together India’s newly published Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) and how it may compare or differentiate to GDPR and other existing frameworks, and what she believes is the best practices for companies during this data privacy transition period in India.
In this episode of Lay of the Land, our hosts speak with housing, economic development, policy, and land use professional Andrew Trueblood. Focusing on trends in office and residential real estate markets in Washington, D.C., this discussion explores unique challenges and opportunities of the local office market, influences of the substantial federal government presence, and municipal government efforts to attract capital to the District while serving the needs of regional businesses and residents.
Our hosts and guest provide additional insight into District collaborations with investors, the federal government, and surrounding jurisdictions creating the conditions necessary for the development of world-class mixed-use projects and development areas.
In our second episode of Lay of the Land, hosts Heather Horowitz, Jen McCosker, Christian Major, Tobias Gries, and Anna Amprimo discuss office asset market trends in the United States, Australia, the UK, Germany, and Italy. Touching on key issues in 2023 and beyond—including ESG matters, perceived flight-to-quality, and potential office conversions—this podcast addresses viewpoints relevant for owners, developers, investors, and lenders.
In the inaugural episode of our Lay of the Land podcast, Real Estate practice area leaders from K&L Gates discuss the firm's real estate capabilities, our regional practices, and global market trends.
In this episode, Declan Gallivan (Senior Disputes Associate in London) speaks with Florian Haugeneder (Founder and Partner of Austrian law firm KNOETZL) to discuss a simple spelling mistake which ultimately led to an important arbitration-related judgment of the Austrian Supreme Court. The two discuss the implications of the judgment and how it demonstrates that Austria is a reliable and arbitration-friendly jurisdiction.
Our Seattle partner Jake Bernstein, along with Seattle associate Eric Vicente Flores discuss the newly adopted Colorado Data Privacy Act that went into effect on 1 July 2023. This will be the third state privacy law in the US, and the second new law in 2023. Jake and Eric explain who the law applies to, along with the correlating rules and regulations.
In this episode, partners Amigo Xie, Corey Bieber, and Whitney McCollum focus on the China Data Privacy laws, the recent China Standard Contract that took effect 1 June 2023, and the effects and restrictions it may have on China data privacy and protection going forward.
In this episode of HUB Talks Presents, Corporate partner David Edgar discusses the ins and outs of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) law with well-known industry leader, Jim Freund. The two look back at Jim’s journey as an M&A lawyer; explore the themes in his book, Anatomy of a Merger; and list a few of his top M&A tips.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is known for protecting consumers against unfair and deceptive business practices, so how does data privacy and cybersecurity tie into that? In this episode, Jake Bernstein and Whitney McCollum discuss FTC’s role as the De Facto US Data Privacy Enforcer and how they are becoming more prominent in the privacy and security sector.
In this episode, Claude-Etienne Armingaud, Eleonora Curreri, and Camille Scarparo celebrate the fifth year anniversary of GDPR along with lawyers from our European offices; Thomas Nietsch and Andreas Müller (Berlin), Nóirín McFadden (London), and Gianmarco Marani (Milan). They reflect on how embedded GDPR has become in the cultural scene and with private enforcement. They also touch on the future for UK GDPR and the Data Protection and Digital Information (No.2) Bill.
Janice Lin, founder and CEO of impact-driven consulting firm Strategen–and founder and president of the Green Hydrogen Coalition–has witnessed firsthand the recent, significant changes to the renewable energy market in the United States.
With two decades of industry experience in clean energy, Janice joins host Molly Barker to discuss this promising evolution, as well as the job creation potential, infrastructure conversion abilities, and emerging administrative strategies advancing the progress toward economy-wide decarbonization across sectors.
In this episode, Elizabeth Crouse meets with Bentina Terry, Senior Vice President of Georgia Power’s Customer Strategy and Solutions, to discuss the tools available to utilities to address the operational pressures of climate change and an evolving economy while always putting their customers and communities first.
In this episode, Claude Etienne Armingaud, Eleonora Curreri, and Camille Scarparo introduce a case regarding a U.S. company’s data privacy breach, the consequences a company may face for being non-compliant with GDPR for companies established outside of the EU, and which steps companies can take to prevent these situations.
Join co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates for their conversation with Mali Friedman, Chief Legal Officer for the NFL’s Washington Commanders. Ms. Friedman has enjoyed a long and extensive career in sports law, including work with the NHL, Golden State Warriors, and XFL prior to joining the Commanders. The conversation focuses on Ms. Friedman’s journey to the NFL, what a typical day looks like in her role, and thoughts on “hot topics” in the world of sports law.
Effects of climate change continue to impact the Pacific Northwest, from California wildfires to smoky Seattle summers. Our guest on this episode of Sustainable Outlook concentrates on the financial facets of resource efficiency in order to slow, reduce, and reverse these effects on both ecosystems and communities.
Rachel Brombaugh serves as Washington Managing Director with PACE Equity, a financial services company funding construction and renovation development projects seeking to lower carbon emissions. Rachel joins host Alyssa Moir to discuss the financial incentives for carbon reduction and compliance with the Clean Buildings Act; the need for policy and infrastructure to support personal sustainable practices; and her vision of a “thriving, low-carbon society” in the Pacific Northwest.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Alyssa Moir is joined by Monique Dyers, principal and CEO of Ensight Energy Consulting, an engineering and management consulting firm serving the energy and renewable energy sectors.
Monique details the range of roles played by the firm throughout the evolution of its energy projects, as well as her own roles as an engineer, entrepreneur, advocate, and trailblazer for Black women in the industry.
In this episode, Jake Bernstein and Whitney McCollum discuss the most common question that they receive from clients about privacy regulation and best practices in the United States, and provide notable insight into the myriad data privacy laws at play in the United States today.
In this first episode, we discuss the challenges faced by data controllers in their compliance with Article 5 GDPR following the EU Court of Justice’s Digi Case C-77/21. In particular, we focus our discussion on the purpose and data storage limitations, and how your legal team should be the 3PO protocol droid within your organization for the implementation of GDPR best practices.
In this first episode, we discuss the challenges faced by data controllers in their compliance with Article 5 GDPR following the EU Court of Justice’s Digi Case C-77/21. In particular, we focus our discussion on the purpose and data storage limitations, and how your legal team should be the 3PO protocol droid within your organization for the implementation of GDPR best practices.
Host Molly Barker is joined by Kathleen Hurley, Senior Environmental Program Manager with the Port of Seattle. Kathleen outlines the wide range of projects and partnerships undertaken by the port to restore marine and urban habitats, support blue carbon initiatives, sustain local orca whale populations, and progress toward its goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Alyssa Moir is joined by Dr. Eleanor Kirtley, Senior Program Manager with maritime environmental certification program Green Marine. The two discuss the missions and impacts led by Green Marine as it expands in North America, including the organization’s process for defining and committing to best practices in the maritime industry.
In this further episode in our mini-series on third party claim funding, Ian Meredith (Partner in the International Arbitration Practice of K&L Gates in London) speaks with Andrew Roberts (Head of Construction & Energy, Augusta Ventures) regarding a number of the key issues related to what may happen at the end of a claim: the potential relevance of law firm AFA structures, waterfall arrangements for claim proceeds, wider settlement considerations, valuation of non-monetary benefits, how funders approach claim monitoring funder exit terms, and potential additional funding options.
In this further episode in our mini-series on third party claim funding, Ian Meredith (Partner in the International Arbitration Practice of K&L Gates in London) speaks with Andrew Roberts (Head of Construction & Energy, Augusta Ventures) regarding a number of the key issues related to what may happen at the end of a claim: common success fee structures, potentially relevant variables, including return of investment with multipliers, ratchets over time, and portfolio arrangements.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse is joined by Jen Miller with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). As Chief of the Renewable Energy Section in the Pacific Region, Jen details the initiatives, challenges, and operations recently undertaken by BOEM, as well as within the wider offshore wind sector.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Molly Barker is joined by Jennifer Ganten, chief movement builder with Commonwealth Fusion Systems. Jennifer discusses the differences between fusion and fission, the need for wider awareness of fusion energy, and the ways in which a fusion movement could improve the world for future generations.
Join London Commercial Disputes Partner Martin King and Seattle Partner Julie Anne Halter—practice group coordinator for K&L Gates’ e-Discovery Analysis and Technology group (e-DAT)—as they discuss virtual collaboration tools like Slack and Microsoft Teams and the e-Discovery challenges, opportunities, and pitfalls these tools may present in the context of Arbitration and Litigation.
On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Molly Barker sits down with Dr. Erin Meyer, Director of Conservation Programs and Partnerships for the Seattle Aquarium. The two discuss the aquarium’s “regenerative plan” to reach carbon positivity by 2030, its priority of diversification in the sustainability sector, and its recent strides leading the way for other aquariums and conservation organizations.
Sustainability concerns are generally viewed through the lens of carbon footprints, greenhouse gas emissions, and pollution rates. However, some industry experts believe in a more multifaceted perspective to address impacts to both environmental and personal health.
On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Molly Barker is joined by Nicole DeNamur, founder of Seattle sustainable consulting firm Sustainable Strategies, to discuss the importance of this multidisciplinary approach to climate change and sustainability.
In a special episode, Elizabeth Crouse, tax lawyer and practice group coordinator of the K&L Gates Power group, discusses the winners, losers, and many other highlights of the new U.S. federal income tax credit rules just enacted in the Inflation Reduction Act.
In a special episode, Elizabeth Crouse, co-lead of the K&L Gates Power group and tax lawyer, discusses the winners and losers and many other highlights of the new U.S. federal income tax credit rules just enacted in the Inflation Reduction Act.
In the U.S. offshore wind industry, challenges to establishing a sustainable marketplace can range from geographic to political.
Elizabeth Crouse is joined this week by Amanda Schoen, U.S. Public Affairs Specialist for Offshore Wind with Vestas, a global energy industry partner for sustainable energy solutions. Amanda explores the concerns of the U.S. when faced with this fast-growing form of renewable energy and offers her insight into the industry’s potential to bolster the job market and supply chain nationwide.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Alyssa Moir is joined by Sarah Aftergood, director of environmental permitting with Orsted, a leading developer of renewable energy. Sarah discusses the advantages of leaving her professional comfort zone, the recent strides made by Orsted, and the company's vision of a world running entirely on clean energy.
In this second episode in a mini-series on claim funding, Ian Meredith speaks with John Garda (Managing Director of Longford Capital LLC) regarding a number of the key issues related to third party funding of claims, from a funder’s perspective, including some of the more ‘thorny’ issues.
On this episode of Talking Sport Law, host John Wilson and new co-host Nick Spiliotis are joined by Dan Hunt, the president and CEO of FC Dallas and Toyota Stadium. Hunt describes the importance of his focus on the business front of FC Dallas, the development of the club’s future, and the presence his family has had in the sports industry.
In this first episode in a mini-series on third party claim funding, Ian Meredith speaks with Tim Mayer (Senior Investment Officer, Therium Capital Management Ltd) regarding the process of applying for funding of claims, relevant factors in the assessment of cases presented for funding and ways to recover the costs of funding.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, Adrienne Downey, Principal Engineer and Country Manager for the United States at Hexicon AB, joins host Elizabeth Crouse to discuss innovation, infrastructure, and inclusion in the floating offshore wind industry.
The state of Oregon’s House Bill 2021 requires that greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity sold to Oregon consumers decrease to 100% below baseline levels by 2040 and Oregon House Bill 3375 announced Oregon’s goal of achieving 3GW of offshore wind by 2030.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse is joined by Alana Duerr, Director of U.S. Projects with Simply Blue Group, an early-stage developer of sustainable floating wind projects. With a PhD in Ocean Engineering and a long career in the offshore wind industry, Alana is uniquely positioned to evaluate the opportunities for offshore wind in Oregon.
In this episode, she discusses why floating is so revolutionary, how offshore wind can be a game-changer for Oregon industry and citizens, and why she considers developers the “connective tissue” of the offshore wind market. In addition, Alana makes an exciting announcement about Simply Blue Group’s activities in Oregon.
ClimateTech angel investing is increasingly becoming a critical component to ensuring the necessary technologies for a more sustainable future are supported enough to get off the ground. On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, I am joined by Kristin Martinez, an angel investor who has 30+ years of experience in new venture creation, financing, strategic planning, corporate finance and operations, and who has spent the past 20+ years as a founder, CFO, investor, director, and advisor to clean-tech companies through her venture development company, Sound Point Ventures. Kristin provides her insight into venture creation within the green economy, shares how a renewable energy company she advises is collaborating with local communities to create more cohesive support for the transition to a clean energy economy, and details several exciting ClimateTech companies to watch that she is working with in the wave energy and carbon capture and utilization technology space.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse is joined by Offshore Wind Market Director Cerianne Cummings of Kent, a global multidisciplinary scientific consulting and engineering firm supporting the offshore wind and other industries.
With the U.S. planning large-scale initiatives for generating sustainable energy, Cerianne draws on a decade of experience in the UK and European offshore wind markets to offer a global perspective. She discusses the development cycles she oversees in existing offshore wind farms, the supply chain concerns that can arise in the market, and the reasons that the U.S. market may be uniquely positioned to avoid similar issues.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, host John Wilson interviews Caesar Lopez, the General Counsel for Major League Soccer club Orlando City Soccer Club and National Women’s Soccer Club Orlando Pride. Caesar describes his path to a career in sports law, including a prior role with the MLS legal office in New York, and shares his thoughts about the recent acquisition of the club by the Wilf family.
In this episode, partners Chris Valente and Jackie Celender, along with associates Michael Creta and Peter Ayers, discuss the impact that state anti-arbitration insurance statutes have on the enforceability of international arbitration clauses found in insurance policies.
With services in place to facilitate compatible matches in markets such as real estate and consumer goods, can the same approach be used to connect buyers and sellers of water rights?
After five years of nonprofit experience highlighting the difficulty of these transactions, Kristina Ribellia began her journey to create an efficient network to match the needs of buyers and sellers in the marketplace, as well as to encourage and support more individual marketplace participation.
Now founder and director of operations at Western Water Market, Kristina joins host Alyssa Moir for this week’s episode as the two discuss the critical need for this service in the water rights marketplace.
In this episode, partners Jackie Celender and Lindsay Sampson Bishop, along with associate John Gavin, discuss the oral argument recently heard by the U.S. Supreme Court in Morgan v. Sundance dealing with the question of whether parties to arbitration agreements can be found to have waived their right to compel arbitration only where the other party is prejudiced in some way.
Urban flooding is one of the most economically damaging impacts of climate change on metropolitan areas, and is only increasing in degree and frequency. On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Molly Barker is joined by Erin Rothman, CEO and founder of StormSensor, a climate technology company working with cities across the nation to combat this problem by helping them manage climate risk through the creation and deployment of intelligent stormwater, sewer, and coastal engineering controls and infrastructure. With 15 years of stormwater and remediation experience, Erin discusses her career change from consulting to launching her own company, what led to her to create StormSensor’s technology, and what sets StormSensor’s technology apart from other competing technologies working to address the impacts of climate change on water resources and systems to ensure the long-term sustainability of our municipal cores.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates talk with Brandon Briggs, Deputy General Counsel of Inter Miami CF, one of the most recent expansion clubs in Major League Soccer. The conversation covers Brandon’s path to Inter Miami, the differences between the NFL and MLS legal operations, his view on hot topics from the world of sports law, and much more.
In this episode, partners Lindsay Bishop, Carolyn Branthoover, and Jackie Celender, along with associate John Gavin, discuss the recent oral argument heard by the Supreme Court concerning a circuit split over two consolidated cases dealing with the scope of discovery available through U.S. courts in assistance to foreign arbitrations.
Our global economy has never produced as much food as it is generating today. This requires an immense amount of land, water, energy and packaging materials, and at end use produces a huge amount of carbon and waste. On this episode, we talk with Rhode Island’s Director of Food strategy to hear what the State of Rhode Island is doing to ensure the most productive, efficient, and sustainable use of land feeding its residents, how the state is working to manage the carbon emissions attributable to food sourcing, what methods they are using to minimize waste, and their efforts to address environmental food injustice.
In this episode, partners Jeff Meagher and Lucas Tanglen, along with associate Reymond Yammine, discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict and insurance for state-sponsored cyberattacks, including lessons learned from the NotPetya cyberattack, a recent policyholder-friendly decision in New Jersey, and insurer-proposed changes to the war exclusion at renewal.
On this week’s episode of Sustainable Outlook, Molly Barker of K&L Gates interviews Courtney Blodgett of Edo, which is a startup energy venture that works to enable building-to-grid integration and reduce building costs for clients by utilizing clean energy and innovative design solutions. At the intersection of environmental, social, and economic sustainability, Edo’s mission is to transform grid operations and optimize energy consumption for its clients while also addressing climate, affordability, and equity challenges.
Chambers & Partners say of Professor Jones that "He is regarded by many as ‘the leading construction arbitrator in the world’". In this Podcast we discuss with Professor Jones his thoughts on different ways to more efficiently and effectively deal with expert evidence in international arbitration. In a candid exchange Professor Jones shares his thoughts on what works and addresses some of the myths surrounding expert evidence.
Additional material and attachments can be found at klgates.com/Arbitration-World.
More information about Doug Jones can be found at dougjones.info.
On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse discusses sustainable economic development through Community Development Financial Institutions (CFDIs) with Johanna Bartee, director of JST Capital and a board member of the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce. The organization was created to provide financial services and stimulate economic activity to the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates interview Justin Sievert, General Counsel for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL and their affiliated company Bold Events. Justin describes his path to the Jags, shares the story of his transition from private practice to in-house counsel, and provides his perspective on upcoming trends in the world of sports law.
On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse discusses sustainability and equity in the maritime industry with Jennifer States, VP of Projects and Strategy at Washington Maritime Blue. The organization is a strategic alliance for maritime innovation and sustainability, and focuses on the development of the state’s Blue Economy. Jennifer also speaks on her role in Washington’s Blue Economy initiative, which is described as the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, and ocean ecosystem health.
In this episode, Judie Rinearson and John ReVeal discuss class action litigation and regulatory enforcement concerns arising from overdraft fee disclosures and practices. John also shares his insight about possible legislative or regulatory actions to limit overdraft fees, require banks to alter their practices or forgo fee income.
In this episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse speaks with Holly Christie, the General Counsel of Hecate Energy. Hecate Energy is a leading renewable energy power plant developer, and Holly oversees the legal aspects of all projects. She speaks on creative partnerships in developing communities, emerging trends in solar technology, and human rights and environmental justice issues within the renewable energy industry.
Peter Morton and Tim Fox of K&L Gates discuss the practical implications of recent English case law on the question of which law will govern agreements to arbitrate, including for those drafting an arbitration clause in a cross-border contract.
In the final part of this three-part series podcast, partners Raja Bose, Ian Meredith, Matt Weldon, and associates Robert Houston and Hena Sial discuss potential pandemic-related claims and concerns a Host State may have related to measures implemented, such as social distancing regulations, the closure of borders, export and travel restrictions, measures having the effect of suspending certain contractual rights, requisitioning or nationalizing private property.
In this part two of this series with Acorn International, host Elizabeth Crouse continues her discussion with Grace Russell, a biologist and environmental consultant with a focus on marine policy for Acorn International. They discuss why environmental justice is a concern for the energy industry on the U.S.’s Gulf Coast, and the role that Acorn International plays in managing social and environmental impact for their clients.
In the second part of this three-part series podcast, partners Raja Bose, Ian Meredith , and Matt Weldon, along with associate Robert Houston, discuss the scope for, and how investors might be able to recognize, potential claims in Investor-State arbitration arising from the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, our panel will touch on how a pandemic-related claim may look in the travel and tourism context, as well as international trade context.
In this two-part series of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse talks environmental and social responsibility with Acorn International, a full-service consulting company to global businesses. For the first episode, Clarita Montant, a social consultant with Acorn International, discusses human rights in the energy industry and how the supply chain shortage in the times of COVID-19 impacts workers.
In the introductory episode of this three-part series, partners Raja Bose, Ian Meredith, and Matt Weldon, along with associates Ed Brown-Humes and Rob Houston, provide an overview of Investor-State arbitration in the context of investment disputes arising from government measures taken to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. In this short introduction to investment treaties at a time of pandemic, our panel discusses the origins of investment treaty protection dating back to the 1950's, different types of investment treaties and the international investment protection landscape, how investors benefit from these investment treaties, and how those rights can be utilized in practice.
On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, Elizabeth Crouse of K&L Gates speaks with Elizabeth Jones on The Equality Equation’s mission to facilitate economic equality by developing impoverished communities into flourishing neighborhoods. Their two-fold process begins by working with non-profits and investors to build new facilities and develop them into viable economic sources, then by empowering the community through workforce development opportunities.
In this episode, Judie Rinearson and Drew Hinkes discuss the common fears behind cryptocurrency, such as its use for ransomware, securities, the energy required, monetization, and more. Drew also explains the importance of decentralized finance cryptocurrency in complex transactions.
Host Elizabeth Crouse speaks with Suzanne Tedrow, Director of Sustainability - Global Store Development at Starbucks, on its mission to make a positive impact on the environment while still being a profitable company. With a “people positive agenda”, Starbucks aims to put people, planet, and profit as its core values when it comes to sustainability. Tedrow’s role is to lead eco-friendly operations for all stores by focusing on sustainable design and equipment through clean energy, water, and waste initiatives. From piloting solar panel roofs, to early investments in energy storage and leadership in considering supply and value chain impacts, Tedrow discusses the multi-department building model that makes Starbucks an industry leader in sustainability.
Host Elizabeth Crouse of K&L Gates sits down with Sandra Kwak, founder of 10Power, on this week’s episode of Sustainable Outlook. Sandra discusses the social mission behind 10Power’s renewable energy projects in developing nations and the importance of reinvesting their revenue to empower local communities through education and technology.
In this episode, Jeremy McLaughlin and Justin Wales discuss the state of the cryptocurrency industry, the allure of NFTs, the potential impact of industry regulation, concerns about money laundering, and more.
Desiree and Andy discuss strategies to anticipate and prepare for a future crisis, and steps professionals can take to address a crisis from a position of strength.
Ian Meredith of K&L Gates, Paul Key QC of Essex Court Chambers, and Eduardo Damião Gonçalves of Mattos Filho discuss the issues raised by the ICC Task Force report into fact witness evidence amid the concerns over the reliability of human memory and offer some constructive thoughts on ways to improve the taking of fact witness evidence. Further reading on this topic is provided by the team on klgates.com.
Desiree and Andy discuss key takeaways from a career in politics and law, including understanding and navigating political motives and managing confrontation in an investigation.
Kristy Harlan, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at Weyerhaeuser, speaks with partner Alyssa Moir about the future of sustainable forestry. Timber production has always been at the core of Weyerhaeuser’s business practices, and also plays an important role in their goals to mitigate climate change. Kristy discusses the company’s history as a pioneer for land conservation and renewable energy and addresses Weyerhaeuser’s sustainability policies that meet their customer’s needs without compromising the needs of future generations.
Partners Elizabeth Crouse and Elisabeth Yandell McNeil introduce this new podcast program, and describe how the program will explore the subject of building and maintaining a sustainable economy as it relates to our world today and into the future.
Desiree and Andy discuss key risks of overlooking legal strategy in crisis communications, common missteps, and approaches legal counsel can take to help clients recover from crises of varying magnitudes.
In this episode, Desiree and Andy discuss trends in congressional investigations and government enforcement actions and areas to watch in coming years.
In this episode, Desiree and Andy provide an outline of the key legal communication strategies lawyers provide for clients facing a crisis.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law, co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates head “north of the border” to speak with Chris Gear (Chief Legal Officer and Assistant General Manager) and Chris Beardsmore (Vice President and General Counsel) from Canucks Sports and Entertainment (CSE). CSE is the parent company for the Vancouver Canucks (NHL), Abbotsford Canucks (AHL), Vancouver Titans (National Lacrosse League), Seattle Surge (esports), Vancouver Titans (esports), and Rogers Arena in downtown Vancouver. The interview covers the various legal issues facing the organization, differences between U.S. and Canadian law, and the path each took to their respective roles.
In this episode, Sarah Turpin, Insurance Recovery and Counseling partner in our London office, discusses insurance coverage for COVID-19-related losses in the United Kingdom, including the UK Supreme Court’s important decision in a test case regarding business interruption insurance earlier this year, some key coverage issues and strategies for maximizing recovery.
Mike McKay and Aaron Millstein discuss staying a civil case when there is a parallel criminal investigation or prosecution, the factors courts consider in whether to grant a stay, and some of the strategic considerations every litigator should know when trying such cases.
In this episode, Investigations, Enforcement and White Collar partners Bobby Higdon and David Rybicki reflect on their recent posts in the Department of Justice and what to expect in the world of corporate enforcement under the Biden Administration. Together with host and K&L Gates partner David Peet, the group discusses trends in federal cases relating to COVID-19 Fraud, and what the future could hold as the new administration places its policy stamp on the Department of Justice.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this episode Judith Rinearson and Felipe Creazzo discuss the Brazilian fintech ecosystem, open banking regulatory activity, the new PIX instant payment system, and more.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Lucas Nicolet-Serra discuss Singapore's new normal, decreased retail spending, cashless payments, and regulation of the cryptocurrency market.
In this episode, Desiree Moore and Andy Wright provide a series of quick tips about managing bet-the-company crises, from congressional investigations to data security incidents to C-Suite events and more.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Dr. Philipp Riedl discuss consumer economic behaviors, open banking, advice for fintech companies looking to expand into Germany, and the crypto market.
In this episode, Carolyn Branthoover, a partner in our Insurance Recovery and Counseling practice, discusses insurance coverage for COVID-19-related losses in the United States, including key coverage issues, recent legal developments, and strategies for maximizing recovery.
In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Jonathan Miner discuss the general effects of the pandemic on the cryptocurrency industry, trends that could lead to greater consumer adoption of cryptocurrencies, the possible advancement of the U.S. digital dollar, and more.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this episode Judith Rinearson and Giovanni Campi discuss the resurgence of post-pandemic consumer spending, the impacts of COVID-19 on fintech and mergers and acquisitions, the EU digital finance strategy, and more.
In this episode Judith Rinearson interviews Mary Baker and Daniel Cohen about the major changes in the U.S. beyond COVID-19 since the election, focusing on the establishment of the new U.S. administration and the initiatives that have triggered more legislation in the payments, banking and fintech landscape.
In our new episode of the Congressional Investigations 101 podcast, we welcome back Andy Wright, a partner in our U.S. Congressional Investigations and Public Policy and Law practices, after his brief hiatus to work on a project for President Biden. Andy discusses Congress’ investigative priorities and the impact that the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Trump v. Mazars USA may have on congressional investigations of private parties moving forward.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this episode Jeremy McLaughlin and Daniel Knight discuss developments in Australia, including post-pandemic retail spending surge, a niche approach in fintech, cryptocurrency activity, and more.
Judith Rinearson and Jeremy McLaughlin sit down with payments lawyers to cover the fintech market place, trends, and developments around the world in the Payments Across the Globe miniseries.
In this premiere episode Judith Rinearson and Kai Zhang discuss developments in the UK. Specifically, the potential surge in retail spending after COVID-19 lockdown, impacts on open banking and investments, and the immediate consequences of Brexit.
In this second episode of our series on the government's response to the Paycheck Protection Program, white collar practitioners Chris Nasson, David Rybicki, Neil Smith, and Hayley Trahan-Liptak discuss the second phase of enforcement actions that are expected from the government, what the government may be looking for when reviewing borrower's PPP loan, and how a PPP borrower can prepare for a potential audit or enforcement action.
Throughout the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month in the United States. On this episode of Talking Sports Law with K&L Gates, NCAA Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer Donald Remy joins hosts Trevor Gates, Matt Clark, and John Wilson for a conversation about the intersection of race and sports law. Donald discusses his unique path to the NCAA, measures taken by the NCAA and its member organizations to support diversity and inclusion, and significant legal challenges facing the NCAA in coming years.
In this first episode of our series on the government's response to the Paycheck Protection Program, white collar practitioners Chris Nasson, David Rybicki, Neil Smith, and Hayley Trahan-Liptak provide an overview of the program, identify issues that arose with the roll out of the program, and discuss the first phase of the government's enforcement response.
Have you ever wondered what is required to win the rights to host one of the world’s largest sporting events? On this episode of Talking Sports Law, we provide you with an “insider’s view” of a successful World Cup hosting bid with Football Australia Chairman and K&L Gates partner Chris Nikou. Australia and New Zealand were recently selected as hosts of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and Chris was instrumental in developing the successful bid. In addition to the conversation about the 2023 Women’s World Cup, Chris provides an overview of his practice, the K&L Gates Sports Law practice in Australia, and his path to the chairmanship of Football Australia.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law from K&L Gates, the featured guest is Malte Vosteen, general counsel of Bepro, an innovative sports technology company (and client of K&L Gates). Bepro is primarily focused on the sport of soccer, and the company helps clubs and players measure, understand, and improve performances through video and data. Bepro offers the “Bepro11” analysis platform which allows users an easy way to manage video and data, and the means to share this across their entire organization. Bepro works with all levels of clubs across the professional and youth soccer landscape and believes that all users should have access to high quality, usable tools to help improve performances.
Malte Vosteen describes the background of the company, his role as its chief legal advisor, and legal issues the company faces as it offers a product at the intersection of sports and technology.
On this episode of Talking Sports Law from K&L Gates, hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates are joined by Randy Haight, General Counsel of Los Angeles FC from Major League Soccer. Randy describes his background in prior roles with Red Bull, Funny or Die, and the LA Clippers, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on LAFC and the sports world as a whole, and shares his thoughts on sports law trends or issues that he sees on the horizon.
White collar practitioners Neil Smith, William Semins, Nicole Stockey, and David Peet discuss their key takeaways from this year’s 37th International Conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
Giovanni Campi, Francis Iyayi, and David Wochner discuss present and future hydrogen incentives offered within the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Sandra Safro and David Wochner kick-off Hydrogen Rising with a discussion about how hydrogen is on the brink of commercial scale development, highlighting governmental incentives and potential challenges facing the industry.
In this episode, we examine how two criminal defendants are aiming to leverage parallel FCPA investigations by the SEC and the DOJ to build their defense. We’ll also offer our thoughts on the SEC’s new (and improved?) whistleblower program and the Office of Management and Budget’s recent guidance on enforcement in the time of COVID-19. Finally, we’ll take a look back at the Notorious White Collar herself: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s impact on fraud prosecutions.
Join hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates for a casual conversation with Tennessee Titans General Counsel Dan Werly. Dan will describe his path to the Titans, his thoughts on the impact of COVID-19 and provide a first-hand account of his experience helping new MLS club Nashville SC receive approval to build a new state-of-the-art soccer stadium. Dan previously served as GC for Nashville SC prior to his current role.
A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes.
In this episode, we discuss the government’s initial response to Paycheck Protection Program fraud and we revisit cryptocurrency enforcement. We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.
We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.
Presenters: Hayley Trahan-Liptak and Laura Musselman
In this episode of Voluntary Disclosure, Chris Nasson and David Peet trace the history of the DOJ’s China Initiative at U.S. academic research institutions, and explain why researchers and institutional leadership find themselves in the crosshairs of a variety of government stakeholders. They also discuss the political implications of past enforcement efforts while contemplating how this trend could evolve in a polarized political climate.
Join co-hosts John Wilson and Trevor Gates for an entertaining and informative conversation with Seattle Seahawks Associate Counsel Alen Cisija. Topics include Alen’s path to an in-house legal role with the Seahawks, the impact of COVID-19, predictions for sports law trends in the upcoming year, and Alen’s recommendation for the world’s best chicken wings.
A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes.
In this episode, we examine trends in cryptocurrency enforcement and US authorities’ recent illustration of best practices in economic sanctions compliance programs.
We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.
Presenters: David Peet and Hayley Trahan-Liptak
A government inquiry can result in serious consequences for a company or individual. Our new podcast series, Voluntary Disclosure—brought to you by the lawyers in our investigations, enforcement, and white collar practice—is designed to keep you up to date with the latest government enforcement news with our bi-weekly Newsflash episodes, as well as to take you on an in depth exploration of the outcome and impact of significant cases in our Deep Dive episodes.
In our debut Newsflash episode we discuss:
- The Supreme Court declines to require an “official act” under the FCPA
- The Securities and Exchange Commission juggles a foreign bribery settlement and the future of disgorgement
- The Department of Justice offers new guidance on the FCPA
- The first two individuals convicted in the United States in connection with the Panama Papers make sentencing arguments.
We hope you enjoy this discussion of the biggest news in the world of white collar and corporate compliance and that you join us for future episodes.
Presenters: David Peet and Hayley Trahan-Liptak
Over the past several years, Seattle Sounders FC have been one of the most successful professional sports organizations in the United States. Along with having some of the strongest attendance numbers in Major League Soccer, they have won two MLS Cups, and have experience off-field success. The Sounders FC legal team is led by Maya Mendoza-Exstrom, the club’s General Counsel and VP of Government Affairs. On this episode of “Talking Sports Law” we talk with Maya about her daily responsibilities, how the club has changed over time, unique legal issues presented in a professional sports setting, and what trends she sees in Sports Law for the year ahead.
Presenters: John Wilson and Brittani Ojogho-Fields
Agricultural bankruptcies present special and specific issues. The nature of the collateral and the seasonality of the business present a host of questions that need to get answered in order to preserve any value in the estate. From pickles to PACA and everything in between, Margaret Westbrook (Raleigh) and Brandy Sargent (Portland) share their experiences and insights on family farms, agribusiness, and what the future might hold for agricultural bankruptcies.
Presenters: Jeffrey Kucera (Miami) , Margaret Westbrook (Raleigh) and Brandy Sargent (Portland)
Hello Working Wise listeners, thank you so much for subscribing to HUB Talks and tuning in to our Labor, Employment And Work Place Safety podcast. We are pleased to announce that our Working Wise podcast series, which has historically been housed under our “HUB Talks” program, has moved to its own standalone program. If you are subscribed to HUB Talks and wish to continue receiving notifications when new Working Wise episodes are available, please search for and subscribe to the stand alone Working Wise program. We are excited about this move and look forward to continuing to provide valuable content to our listeners. Thank you for your continued support of Working Wise!
In this miniseries, John ReVeal will discuss key issues and top of mind concerns for businesses under the California Consumer Privacy Act, which will go into effect January 1, 2020.
In the second episode, John ReVeal discusses the key exceptions to the CCPA, including the exception for information collected or disclosed pursuant to the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and the challenges of qualifying for that exception with respect to all information collected or shared about individuals. He also will discuss the exception for activities involving the disclosure and use of information under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the new exceptions added by recent CCPA amendments for information relating to employees, for certain business-to-business transactions, and for information relating to certain warranty, recall and motor vehicle repairs.
Presenters:John ReVeal
In this miniseries, John ReVeal will discuss key issues and top of mind concerns for businesses under the California Consumer Privacy Act, which will go into effect January 1, 2020.
In the first episode, John ReVeal discusses the broad outlines of (CCPA), the rights of consumers, what consumer information is protected, and the obligations of businesses under the CCPA when collecting or selling consumers' personal information.
A digital crisis can happen to any company. What can make or break you is how you communicate, both internally and externally. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore give 5 communication tips to counteract a digital crisis and to help you protect your company’s brand and reputation.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore
In this interview, Jeff Denham, Government Affairs Counselor in the Public Policy and Law practice group, discusses how business executives and their companies can sometimes use congressional investigations as an opportunity to correct the record and, when appropriate, play offense.
Presenters: Jeffrey J. Denham and Nancy C. Iheanacho
What should companies, universities, or other institutions do in the face of a crisis? In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore share five key steps to help clients quickly and effectively prioritize and respond to any crisis situation.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico & Desiree Moore
In this episode, Laura Scully discusses key legislation that the New York State Governor signed on August 12, 2019, as part of his 2019 Women's Justice Agenda.
Presenters: Laura Scully
In this episode, Scott Kobil discusses recent cases and EEOC action (and inaction) regarding employer wellness programs’ compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. The episode examines some of the challenges facing employers and offers some helpful practices.
Presenter:Scott Kobil
Spotting online imposters isn’t always easy. In this episode, partners Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore explain how to identify fake accounts and how to take action against them.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore
In this interview, Andrew M. Wright, partner in the public policy and law and the investigations, enforcement and white collar practice groups, discusses whether companies can refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena and the political, legal, and business challenges associated with this decision.
Speakers: Andrew M. Wright and Nancy C. Iheanacho
In this episode of Stopping Traffick, Amy Groff will discuss the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that addresses human trafficking. She’ll provide an overview of the requirements that apply to all U.S. government contractors under the FAR, as well as the more rigorous requirements that apply to contracts exceeding $500,000 for goods produced or services provided outside the U.S. She’ll also highlight some best practices and ways to mitigate the potentially harsh consequences of a violation.
Presenter:Amy L. Groff
In today’s digital world, companies must have social media policies and procedures in place. In episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer best practices for crafting these policies to ensure they are tailored to fit both the company’s specific business goals and the unique corporate culture.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore
In this interview, Andrew M. Wright, Partner in the Public Policy and Law and the Investigations, Enforcement and White Collar practice groups, discusses the importance of knowing the facts and knowing them well during the course of a congressional investigation. Andy reminds business leaders that success in the congressional investigations context is not about winning a case but surviving a process.
Presenters: Andrew M. Wright and Nancy C. Iheanacho
In this interview, David L. Wochner, Partner and co-Practice Area Leader for K&L Gates’ Policy & Regulatory Practice group, shares his experience and lessons learned from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill congressional hearings. He reminds business leaders why prudence is your watchword and the real audience is not the committee.
Presenters:David L. Wochner and Nancy C. Iheanacho
In this episode of the Working Wise Podcast Series, K&L Gates Los Angeles Associate Jimmy Ma discusses recent developments in the EEOC’s reporting requirements for employee pay data.
Presenters: Jimmy Ma
Companies are vulnerable to all sorts of social media attacks, from a disgruntled employee spreading negative information to irresponsible social media use by a member of the C-suite. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer five best practices for corporate social media use.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore
In this interview, R. Paul Stimers, partner in the public policy and law practice group, explains why companies should prepare thoroughly, prepare often, and prepare for the worst when dealing with a congressional investigation.
Presenters: Paul Stimers and Nancy C. Iheanacho
In this episode of the Working Wise Podcast Series, K&L Gates Los Angeles Associate Saman Rejali provides an overview of tips and common mistakes to avoid for employers doing business in California.
Presenters: Saman Rejali
In this episode, we are flipping the script. Rosie Naylor in our London office plays podcast host and interviews partners Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore to address key questions on the minds of general counsels in the UK. The two share insights into the most frequent types of digital crises, how companies can plan for them, and best practices for managing any digital crisis, whether across the pond or in your own backyard.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore, Rose Naylor
In this episode, Linda Odom and Ernest Simons discuss the increase of M&A deals and investors’ due diligence regulatory concerns. The episode also addresses the implications of contracts for consumer, business, and vendor and supplier contracts.
Presenters: Linda Odom and Ernest Simons
In this episode of OnRisk, Lucas Tanglen and Jeff Meagher discuss the cyber insurance implications of the European Union’s new privacy regulation—the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR.
The GDPR, which took effect on May 25, 2018, is a far-reaching regulation that imposes obligations on any U.S. company that “processes” the personal data of individuals located in the EU regardless of whether that company has a physical presence in the EU. In addition, it allows European regulators to impose fines as high as 20 million euros or 4 percent of a company’s total worldwide revenue, whichever is higher, on violators. As a result, it has attracted considerable attention on both sides of the Atlantic. This podcast discusses the cyber insurance implications of the GDPR, including whether cyber insurance policies issued to U.S. policyholders cover GDPR-related liabilities, the insurability of GDPR-related fines, and the GDPR-related endorsements that are currently being added to cyber insurance policies in the United States.
Presenters: Lucas Tanglen and Jeff Meagher
This episode of Talking Sports Law features a discussion with Michael Hammond, General Counsel for Stack Sports, a leading sports technology company. This episode features an in-depth conversation about a “day in the life” of an in-house GC, recent trends in sports law, and lessons learned throughout Michael’s career in sports and technology. Stack Sports is the global leader in sports technology providing an integrated technology platform for national governing bodies, youth sports leagues, clubs and associations, parents, coaches and athletes. Among other things, Stack Sports offers software solutions for player registration, payment processing, game scheduling, and video analysis.
Presenters: John Wilson and Michael Hammond of Stack Sports
In this episode, Mike explains that just as you would not consider setting foot in a courtroom without competent trial counsel, you should not even consider appearing before a congressional committee without experienced, competent legislative counsel partnered with legal counsel.
Presenters: Michael J. O’Neil, Nancy C. Iheanacho
The Florida Public Records Act requires state and local government entities and agencies to make their records available to the public. But the Act also has many implications for private entities that transact business with Florida government agencies. How does the Act affect your business? Can you keep your confidential documents or trade secrets safe from public disclosure? Olivia Kelman and Lanette Suarez provide a primer on the Florida Public Records Act with a focus on issues faced by private entities interacting with Florida government agencies.
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Presenters: Olivia Kelman and Lanette Suarez
In this episode, John ReVeal discusses the background of OCC special purpose charter for FinTechs, including authority and scope. The episode also addresses the concerns and requirements for most FinTechs, including the specific impact and major themes underlying the OCC Charter.
This podcast episode is a recording of a recent webinar that discussed the OCC FinTech Charter.
Presenter: John ReVeal
Whether posted by customers, employees, or others, negative online reviews can be damaging to your business. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer four tips to manage and minimize the repercussions from disparaging posts.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico, Desiree Moore
This episode of Talking Sports Law features a discussion with in-house counsel for one of the most iconic sports properties in the world, the Boston Red Sox. Hosts John Wilson and Caleb Ginsberg are joined by Mandy Petrillo and Iciar Garcia, who give us a fascinating account from inside a legal team supporting one of the most successful sports franchises in history, along with the other sports properties owned by Fenway Sports Group (including Liverpool FC, Roush Fenway Racing and NESN, among others). The wide-ranging interview covers topics like the challenges of building a “Big Air” ski jump inside historic Fenway Park and the guests’ view of important legal trends on the horizon.
Presenters: John Wilson and Caleb Ginsberg
In this episode, Jennifer Crowder discusses State Money Transmitter Licensing (“MTL”) exemption and related challenges to implementing a nation-wide solution. The episode also addresses MTL licensing exemption approaches, agent and authorized delegates, the history of the role of agents and licensees, as well as recent developments in MTL.
Presenter: Jennifer Crowder
If there is a hearing, it will likely be televised. In this episode, Stavroula E. Lambrakopoulos explains that, in congressional investigations, the real audience is not the committee and that the hearings, as often as not, are designed to produce sound bites on the 6’oclock news.
Presenters: Stavroula E. Lambrakopoulos, Nancy C. Iheanacho
As their economies continue to expand, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have recognized that their insolvency regimes need to change to fit modern commerce. Of course, they also have to fit within the requirements of shari’a law. Listen as Barry Cosgrave (London and Dubai) joins Jeffrey Kucera (Miami) to discuss current events and changes in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Presenters:Barry Cosgrave and Jeffrey Kucera
As companies strive to comply with rules and regulations to ensure that their supply chains are compliant, efforts can be impacted by false information discussed digitally. In this episode, we discuss how companies can avoid a digital crisis.
Presenters: John Sullivan and Desiree Moore
In this episode, Jeremy McLaughlin and Dan Cohen discuss blockchain use cases, and the regulatory trends and associated frameworks for ICOs, and cryptocurrencies. In particular, they provide an overview of the application of state money transmitter laws, and federal securities regulations to cryptocurrencies and ICOs, respectively. Previously recorded November 2018.
Presenters: Jeremy McLaughlin and Dan Cohen
So you’ve won a judgment against a Florida company or individual. Now what? Creditors that want to enforce and collect upon a judgment in Florida should be aware of recent changes to Florida statutes regarding the enforcement of out-of-country foreign money judgments and proceedings supplementary. Jeffrey Kucera and Mallory Cooney discuss these changes and some of the practical impacts the amendments may have.
Presenters: Jeffrey Kucera and Mallory Cooney
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Whether you are an individual, a start-up, or a multi-million dollar corporation, there is an art to removal−or “takedowns”− of unlawful content or negative reviews that have been posted about you or your business online. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore offer five steps to combat and remove false, defamatory, harassing, or otherwise unlawful content from social media and other digital platforms.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore
The Democrats have taken control of the U.S. House of Representatives and have promised an aggressive agenda of investigations and oversight. Although their majority is slim, Democrats now chair committees, determine which investigations to pursue and hearings to hold, and wield subpoena power.
Few people understand what that means and why it is different from other investigations. However, this podcast will feature conversations with individuals who have helped clients navigate the legal and political landmines that often accompany congressional investigations.
In this episode, Barry Hartman, former Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Environment and Natural Resource Division, who explains that investigations are big time and why prudence is the watch word.
Presenters: Barry M. Hartman and Nancy C. Iheanacho
The Democrats have taken control of the U.S. House of Representatives and have promised an aggressive agenda of investigations and oversight. Although their majority is slim, Democrats now chair committees, determine which investigations to pursue and hearings to hold, and wield subpoena power.
Few people understand what that means and why it is different from other investigations. However, this podcast will feature conversations with individuals who have helped clients navigate the legal and political landmines that often accompany congressional investigations.
In our inaugural episode, Former Congressman Bart Gordon shares poignant reminders that congressional investigations are political events.
Presenters: Bart Gordon and Nancy C. Iheanacho
In the episode, John Wilson interviews Guiselle Torres Associate General Counsel, Marketing and International Affairs at United States Olympic Committee. We cover her typical day at the USOC and how the legal team works together. Hear about some of the trends that we expect to see in sports law in the coming year and much more!
Distressed businesses can be particularly vulnerable to digital crises as news about their financial health can spread quickly on the internet. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore join bankruptcy partner Jeff Kucera to discuss how these companies can reduce the negative impact of information about them that is disseminated online.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore
We have seen an increase in energy companies filing for bankruptcy, and more may be on the horizon. This is a great time to review and discuss an interesting ruling in the FirstEnergy case regarding the intersection of bankruptcy law and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). When the debtor operates in a highly regulated industry, how does that affect the power to reject contracts under §365 of the Bankruptcy Code? Is contract rejection like a rate change that needs FERC approval, or is it something different? Check out this episode of Distressed Solutions and listen to Jeffrey Kucera (Miami) and David Mawhinney (Boston) discuss a case that will certainly be watched by everyone in the energy industry.
Presenters: Jeffrey Kucera and David Mawhinney
“Only in New York” can cover a lot of ground, but there are certain types of cases that you will likely only see in the Southern District of New York. Listen in as John Bicks (New York) and Robert Honeywell (New York) tell host Jeffrey Kucera (Miami) about how three Bahraini banks found themselves in litigation in the SDNY, and the legal, procedural, and logistical problems they have addressed in the case.
Presenters: John Bicks, Robert Honeywell, and Jeffrey Kucera
John Wilson welcomes Caleb Ginsberg, the newest member of K&L Gates’ sports practice group. Their discussion centers around Caleb’s experience in the sports industry, which spans from catching Major League pitchers to representing investors in the purchase and sale of teams, and the financing of stadium/arena construction on behalf of lenders and sports team ownership. Caleb has worked on transactions for the Atlanta Hawks, Sacramento Kings, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Football Club and AS Roma, among others, and his work has touched all major professional sports leagues in the US (NBA, NFL, MLB, MLS and NHL).
Presenters: John Wilson and Caleb Ginsberg
In this episode of the Working Wise Podcast Series, K&L Gates Orange County Partner Spencer Hamer discusses recent trends in pay equity law, as well as proactive strategies employers can implement to promote pay equity in the workplace.
Presenters: Spencer Hamer
When it comes to digital threats, universities must protect not only a broad and deeply layered infrastructure, but also vast populations of students. In this episode, Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore outline their top five digital precautions for universities.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Desiree Moore
Digital crises spread at a rapid-fire pace and have a lasting impact on your brand, reputation, goodwill and bottom line. In this episode, we define what constitutes a crisis and discuss the legal tools available to tackle it head on.
Presenters: Elisa D'Amico and Desiree Moore
In this episode, K&L Gates Seattle Of Counsel Catherine Smith discusses five key tips to help employers prepare for a union organizing drive and union representation election. Employers will learn what they can and cannot do in responding to union organizing efforts.
Presenter: Catherine C. Smith
Appeals happen. Maybe you won in the trial court and the other side wants to challenge, or maybe you lost (but that must have been a mistake, right?). Either way, you need to preserve your arguments and prepare for an appeal while the trial court action is still ongoing. In this special crossover episode, Jeffrey Kucera discusses various appellate issues with David Fine, the chair of K&L Gates’ appellate group. Jeff and David will talk about how to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat -- while keeping the other side from doing the same to you.
Presenters: David Fine and Jeffrey Kucera
John Wilson and Trevor Gates discuss the goals for the Talking Sports Law podcast, provide an introduction to future episodes, and each discusses a timely topic from the world of sports law.
Presenters: John Wilson and Trevor Gates
In 2016, Rachel Denhollander and another former gymnast revealed that they had been sexually assaulted by Larry Nassar, a doctor working with USA Gymnastics. Since then, there have been over 250 identified victims of Dr. Nassar. Those claims have resulted in several high-level departures from USA Gymnastics, including the CEO and the replacement CEO. The U.S. Olympic Committee began decertification proceedings. Several sponsors have discontinued their relationship. USA Gymnastics is in a tailspin, and is looking to Chapter 11 for a solution. Our podcast will discuss the pros and cons of the bankruptcy filing, and some issues that USA Gymnastics may have to face as the case moves forward.
Presenters: Elisa D’Amico and Jeffrey Kucera
In this episode, K&L Gates Miami partner April Boyer and associate Yamilet Hurtado discuss a number of key issues on “How To Keep Your Holiday Party Festive While Still Complying with Employment Laws”. The “most wonderful time of the year” is often one of the busiest times of the year for a company’s human resources professionals and employment attorneys as a result of holiday festivities. Many employers sponsor holiday parties to reward employees, cultivate team spirit, and spread holiday good cheer. However well-intentioned, such parties can also create potential legal liability. So we are going to discuss a few key issues employers in South Florida and beyond should be mindful of to help keep the festivities from turning into liabilities in the New Year.
Presenters: April Boyer and Yamilet Hurtado
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