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Tips for the Energy Sector to Address New U.S. CBP Guidance Under Anti-Forced Labor Provisions

by Harry Clark, Jeanine P. McGuinness, Maria Sergeyeva, Milana Karayanidi and Gregory I. Hume
6 minute read | March.07.2023

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Our team explores the impact of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's new guidance for U.S. import practices under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention ...

The FTC's Green Guide Updates: What Companies Need to Know

by Anna Aryankalayil, Jonathan Direnfeld, Carolyn Frantz and Stacy Kray
6 minute read | March.01.2023

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The FTC is seeking comment on its Green Guides, which help marketers determine if environmental-benefit statements would mislead consumers.

NYSE and Nasdaq Propose Clawback Rule Listing Standards: What Public Companies Need to Know

by Bobby Bee, Brett Cooper, J. T. Ho, Bill Hughes, Juliano Banuelos and Alyssa Ohanian
February.27.2023

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Last week, NYSE and Nasdaq each released their proposed Clawback Rule listing standards.

ESG-Related Risk Factors

by J. T. Ho, Carolyn Frantz, Bobby Bee and Hayden Goudy
February.15.2023

ESG: Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
Companies should consider emerging practices for disclosing ESG-related risk factors, as these disclosures are now a common practice.

Comment Letter Trend: SEC Seeks Expanded Discussion of Board’s Role in Risk Oversight

by J. T. Ho, Hong Tran and Bobby Bee
February.13.2023

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During 2022 the SEC issued at least 36 comment letters requesting expanded discussion about the board’s role in risk oversight. We summarize below ...

What You Need to Know About the SEC’s Amendments to Enhance Investor Protections Concerning Insider Trading

by Bill Hughes, J. T. Ho, Carolyn Frantz, Soo Hwang, Cynthia Perez Angell and Bobby Bee
December.16.2022

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While many of these changes are consistent with best practices, some will be major changes for directors and officers.

ESG Drivers and Best Practices for Life Sciences Companies Webinar

November.30.2022

ESG - Environment, Social and Governance

ESG factors are increasingly important in the life sciences. Managing ESG risks and opportunities can be an important source of long-term value.

Comment Period Reopened for Climate and Cybersecurity Proposals, Among Others

by Cynthia Perez Angell, Sami Ghubril, Carolyn Frantz, J. T. Ho and Albert Vanderlaan
October.17.2022

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The SEC reopened the public comment periods for eleven rulemaking proposals and one request for comment due to a technical error.

Environmental Shareholder Proposals Increasingly Moving Beyond Climate Change

by J. T. Ho
October.13.2022

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Shareholder proposals seeking supplemental disclosure reports about a range of environmental impact matters increased in the first half of 2022 ...

DEI Initiatives Under Attack by Activist Shareholders

by Mike Delikat, J. T. Ho and Hong Tran
October.10.2022

ESG: Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance

In a new article, Orrick lawyers discuss various tactics activist shareholders are using to attack DEI initiatives.

SEC Adopts Final Pay Versus Performance Disclosure Rule

by Juliano Banuelos, Brett Cooper, J. T. Ho, Bill Hughes, Carolyn Frantz, Soo Hwang and Bobby Bee
August.30.2022

ESG: Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
On August 25, 2022, the SEC adopted a final rule implementing a provision of the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010 requiring public companies to provide clear ...

Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act in Effect: What Importers Need to Know

by Ashley Walter, Jeanine P. McGuinness, Harry Clark, Elizabeth Zane, Gregory I. Hume and Maria Sergeyeva
June.28.2022

ESG: Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (the “Uyghur Act”) came into effect on June 21, 2022 and all importers are now required to comply with it.

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50th Annual Securities Regulation Institute

Northwestern Law will be holding its 50th Annual Securities Regulation Institute from January 30 - February 1, 2023 in Coronado, California.

January.30.2023 - February.01.2023 | Coronado, California

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Modern Healthcare: ESG Summit

Orrick is excited to join Modern Healthcare: ESG Summit. Ashley Walter will present on "ESG in the Boardroom" panel.

October.13.2022 - October.14.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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2022 Proxy Disclosure & 19th Annual Executive Compensation Conference

Join the conference hosted by The Corporate Counsel and Compensation Standards for practical guidance on rule changes, staff interpretations and more.

October.12.2022 - October.14.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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1st Annual Practical ESG Conference

Orrick is honored to sponsor 1st Annual Practical ESG Conference. Ashley Walter will present on "SEC Climate Rules: Jumpstarting Your Disclosures."

October.11.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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The Inaugural West Coast M&A/Private Equity Forum: Momentum and Opportunity in the Middle Market

Join Thomson Reuters for the Inaugural West Coast M&A/Private Equity Forum: Momentum and Opportunity in the Middle Market.

September.29.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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INFOCAST Masterclass: Revolutionizing Corporate Renewable Energy Procurement: Transactions and Trends Shaping the Energy Transition

Orrick is excited to be a co-host of the Infocast Masterclass discussing latest developments in corporate renewable energy procurement.

August.16.2022 - August.17.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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The Health System's New Imperative: Market Demands for Climate Risk and Emissions Management

Join BLX, Orrick, and Healthcare Climate ActionWorks on July 28th for an interactive discussion on the evolving ESG landscape and its impact on the healthcare sector and health system leadership. 

July.28.2022 |

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Updates on the SEC’s Proposed Ruling – Post Comment Period

Orrick is honored to present at the Benchmark Digital Partners, ESG Executive Collaboration Forum. J.T. Ho offers insight on the anticipated SEC rule.

June.30.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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The Energy Transition: Opportunities & Challenges for the Venture & Tech Ecosystem

Orrick & NVCA webinar (post-event)

June.29.2022 |

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ESG 2022: What It Means for Boards, Management, and Counsel

Orrick is pleased to present at the PLI. J.T. Ho will be speaking on the topic of Human Capital Management and DEI.

June.01.2022 - June.02.2022 | Webinar (Not Orrick Hosted)

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