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As you assess the operational impact of COVID-19 on your business, you may need to reconsider your tax planning strategies. Join us for a discussion on tax planning opportunities and pitfalls in light of market valuation...more
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Intellectual Property (IP) assets play an increasingly significant role in corporate transactions — small and large — and the importance of involving IP counsel, particularly on the buyer’s deal team, cannot be overstated....more
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