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Chief Compliance Officers face the challenge of running a comprehensive yet efficient compliance program that nimbly adapts to changing regulatory requirements and business practices. As compliance consultants, we see our...more
As we look back on the SEC’s actions in 2024, we wanted to share our thoughts on lessons learned that we believe will carry through to 2025....more
As part of its formal fiscal year (FY) 2024 priorities, the SEC's Division of Examinations identified the review of investment advisers to private funds as a key priority. Fresh off the implementation of the Marketing Rule in...more
After its fiscal year-end frenzy in September, the SEC relaxed slightly, with no new rule-making and fewer enforcement actions. So, I took a break last month and combined the October and November Roundups. (You’re welcome.)...more
On October 21, 2024, the Division of Examinations (Division) of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published its 2025 examination priorities (2025 priorities). The release of the 2025 priorities is intended to...more
Our Investment Funds and White Collar, Government & Internal Investigations Groups discuss what investment fund advisers and broker-dealers should know about the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Examinations’...more
On October 21, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Division of Examinations announced its 2025 examination priorities (2025 guidance) for registered investment advisers and investment companies, broker-dealers,...more
The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC’s) Division of Examinations released its annual report of examination priorities on October 21, 2024 (the Exam Priorities). The annual Exam Priorities report, which is designed...more
In 2024, investment advisers – those registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and those that file notices as exempt reporting advisers - will continue to feel the impact of the SEC’s recent rule...more
On October 16, 2023, the US Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") Division of Examinations ("Examination Division") announced its 2024 Examination Priorities. Registrants should ensure that policies, procedures, and...more
For your reading pleasure, we present a list of tips for surviving a routine SEC Examination. This list has been compiled by SEC3 employees including ex-SEC examiners. It is not to be considered all-inclusive and is provided...more
On February 7, the Division of Examinations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the publication of its 2023 examination priorities, which include a focus on ESG-related advisory services and fund...more
On February 7, 2023, the Division of Examinations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Division” and the “SEC,” respectively) announced its examination priorities for 2023. This year, the Division identified...more
On March 30, 2022, the Division of Examinations of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Division” and “SEC,” respectively) announced its examination priorities for 2022. This year’s priorities specifically focus...more
On March 30, 2022, the Division of Examinations (the “Division”) of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) announced its examination priorities for fiscal year 2022. The annual publication of the Division’s...more
Join Ulmer partner Howard M. Groedel as he discusses recent regulatory actions and what they portend for private funds and their advisors. Among other topics, Howard will address: - The primary take-aways from SEC...more
Recently, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (“OCIE”) issued a Risk Alert to provide broker-dealers with guidance on examinations regarding regulation Best...more
On June 5, 2019, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted Regulation Best Interest (“Regulation Best Interest” or “Reg BI”), which establishes a new standard of conduct under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934...more