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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Beware of Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: Accepting PE Investments May Create Unforeseen Problems for Private Company Majority Owners

As private companies grow, they need to secure capital to support their efforts to provide more (and/or better) products and services to their clients. The need for emerging companies to obtain growth capital often leads the...more

Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

Independent Sponsor Series: A Conversation with Alexander Foshager and John Mensing of Monroe Street Partners (Part One)

Below is his conversation with Alexander Foshager and John Mensing at Monroe Street Partners (MSP), a Chicago-based investment firm that partners with family and founder-owned, lower-middle market businesses across the...more

Husch Blackwell LLP

OCM Guidance Regarding Ownership Transfers Provides Pathway for Funding Social Equity Licensees

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The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”) conducted its license lottery for social equity applicants on June 5, 2025. Lottery winners received preliminary approval and must secure a business location and, in many...more

DarrowEverett LLP

Your Business's Growth Blueprint: Why Solid Legal Documents Matter

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Every successful business owner has ambition to grow, scale, and take his/her company to the next level. However, there’s one critical, often overlooked aspect that can make or break a business’s ability to get to that level:...more

K&L Gates LLP

Shareholder Disputes in Medical and Dental Practices in Australia

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Key Takeaways - Shareholder disputes arise from circumstances both anticipated and unanticipated at the time of formation of a business relationship....more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

#FounderTeams in German Start-ups – Part II: Founder Equity Distribution Patterns

Our research analyzed founder teams and equity distributions across almost 2,200 German start-ups established between 2019 and 2024, each having secured external funding through angel investors or (corporate) venture capital....more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Innovation in Compliance: LeadHERship with Linda Fisk

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers and creators in the...more

Offit Kurman

SBA Franchise Directory Reinstated: Key 2025 Updates for Franchisors and Franchisees

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The U.S. Small Business Administration reinstated the Small Business Administration (SBA) Franchise Directory on June 1, 2025, reversing the 2023 decision to sunset the program. The Directory has long been the primary...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

#Founder Teams in German Start-ups – Part I: Team Size and Gender Distribution | Legal Ninja Snapshots

We are excited to share the initial findings from our comprehensive Founder Equity Study 2025. About the Study Our research analyzed founder teams and equity distributions across almost 2,200 German start-ups established...more

DLA Piper

IPO Readiness Considerations

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Some entrepreneurs wait until what they believe may be the “perfect time” to monetize their business investment through the public markets. Advisors also often recommend that business owners wait for a stable economic...more

Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

Independent Sponsor Series: A Conversation with Ryan Sullivan on North Park Group’s Unique Background and Long-Term Strategy (Part...

To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving independent sponsor landscape, Robert Connolly – a partner in LP’s Corporate Practice Group and leader of LP’s Independent Sponsor team –...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing a Business Entity in Kenya (Updated)

a) Types of business entities in Kenya - Kenya has 5 main types of business entities that is, sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability partnerships, companies, non-governmental organizations and trusts. A...more

DLA Piper

BE-10 Filing Required for US Companies with Ownership in Non-US Businesses: Due May 30, 2025

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The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) conducts a mandatory BE-10 survey of US investments abroad every five years to produce key economic and statistical reports on the scale and effects of...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Big Deals and Bigger Takeaways: The Future of Platform Franchisors

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Today is Day 1 of Franchise Times Dealmakers Week. The webinar series is serving up a week of can’t-miss conversations with top franchise leaders who are building platforms, scaling brands, and reshaping the future of...more

Allen Barron, Inc.

Many Business Owners Undervalue Accounting

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Why do many business owners undervalue accounting and the profound financial impact it can have on your business operations and profit? Business in 2025 moves at an incredible rate of speed, and the complexities of managing...more

Offit Kurman

Every M&A Transaction Is a “Big Deal”

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M&A over the last number of years has been “hot.” Despite slower-than-expected first quarter, we are anticipating another strong year for sell-side M&A. With stories of success, however, certain assumptions tend to follow. ...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing a Business Entity in Kenya (Updated)

[co-author: Mourice Okon] a) Types of business entities in Kenya - Kenya has 5 main types of business entities that is, sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability partnerships, companies, non-governmental...more

Robins Kaplan LLP

Navigating General and Limited Partnerships: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

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Choosing the right business structure is critical for the operation of a business. General and limited partnerships are common business structures for those wanting to enter business together. While both partnerships offer...more

Potomac Law Group, PLLC

Alternatives to Federal Diversity Certifications: Minority Business Enterprise Certifications

As a result of the federal government’s clear directives against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that put the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”), 8(a) Business Development Program, Woman-Owned Small Business (“WOSB”),...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing a Business Entity in England (Updated)

Foreword - Despite a challenging macro-economic backdrop, the United Kingdom continues to thrive as one of the world’s leading global financial centres. As a location for business and investment, the UK provides a number...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

2025 Perspectives in Private Equity: Sports

We continue to observe the growth of professional sports as an asset class, with private capital having transformed team investments in recent years from trophy assets to opportunities for significant growth. Evolving...more

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Impacts to 8(a) Regulations in SBA’s New Final Rule

We continue our discussion of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) recent final rule on various small business programs. We previously discussed SBA’s changes to the effect of recertifications under multiple award...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Cannabis and the Law

Kentucky Cannabis Marketplace Begins to Bloom

Medical cannabis in the Commonwealth of Kentucky is now legal as of January 1, 2025, with increasing opportunities for businesses and patients alike. Investors and market participants should be aware that, although cross...more

International Lawyers Network

Establishing a Business Entity in Colombia (Updated)

DOING BUSINESS IN COLOMBIA - 1. Preliminary Considerations: In Colombia, a foreign company is able to act and do business by itself, for example, by contracting with local entities or investing foreign currencies....more

Allen Barron, Inc.

Trust and Estate Planning for Business Owners

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Why is the end of the year a good time to consider trust and estate planning for business owners? Do you own real property or have other investments outside your business interests? Have you given any thought to what would...more

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