SCOTUSBlog

JANUARY 6, 2023

This week, we highlight cert petitions that ask the court to consider, among other things, whether that federal regime supersedes a longstanding state-level regulation on banks. Initially, banks were not required to pay interest to homeowners on money held in escrow accounts. In Cantero v.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

JURIST EXCLUSIVE – Law students and lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the fall of Kabul to the Taliban. Here, a lawyer in Kabul offers his observations and perspective on the Taliban’s new cabinet, announced September 7. They also have eliminated the Ministry of Women’s Affairs.

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Fordham Law News

APRIL 13, 2023

While it is widely known that Silicon Valley Bank’s (“SVB”) collapse in early March wreaked havoc in the tech startup and life-science industries, many overlook one industry that took a major hit: affordable housing. [1] 5] For example, a $52 million, 112-unit project in San Francisco was planned to begin construction the week of March 13. [6]

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MyCase

APRIL 1, 2024

These applications should support payments via credit card, debit card, and bank transfer. They can also accommodate different types of billing arrangements, such as installments, scheduled payments, and third-party financing. The technology landscape for lawyers is complex and continually evolving. The most common include: 1.

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Fordham Law News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

On March 10 th , 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”) collapsed, marking the greatest bank failure since the 2008 recession. [1] On March 10 th , 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”) collapsed, marking the greatest bank failure since the 2008 recession. [1] SVB’s collapse was a classic bank run. [5]

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Fordham Law News

AUGUST 21, 2023

On March 19 th , 2023, the Union Bank of Switzerland (“UBS”) announced its intention to acquire Credit Suisse Group AG (“Credit Suisse”), a leading global wealth manager. [1] 3] Despite the Swiss National Bank’s offer to lend Credit Suisse $54 billion and buy back up to $3.82 billion in total. [4] 12] What are AT1 bonds?

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Diane Drain

JANUARY 30, 2021

US Bank NA , 244 Ariz. 2018) review denied (July 3, 2018). US Bank NA, 244 Ariz. 2018) review denied (July 3, 2018). The Arizona Statute of Limitations Applicable to Collection Lawsuits and Non-Judicial Trustee’s Foreclosure Sales of Real Property, article by Larry O. Folks, Folks Hess, PLLC (1/2021). Short answer: No.

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MyCase

MARCH 10, 2023

In fact, you may have done a two-way reconciliation yourself when balancing a checkbook—making sure the amount of your various deposits and written checks matches the balance in your bank account. Funds sitting in a client trust account are subject to very strict and specific rules set by a state’s bar association.

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The Hollywood Lawyer

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

from an LLC that funds Defendant Young’s recording studio, draining its entire bank account, Plaintiff has decided that $400,400,000.00 from an LLC that funds Defendant Young’s recording studio, draining its entire bank account, Plaintiff has decided that $400,400,000.00 and one lawsuit are not enough.

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 1, 2021

The usual business objectives of any start-up—of securing client relationships, achieving commercial targets whilst managing finances, and fundraising—were all exponentially compounded this year. The Legal Technology Resource Center ’s Women of Legal Tech initiative is intended to encourage diversity and celebrate women in legal technology.

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LDA PRO

JULY 12, 2022

You may sign a power of attorney that remains in effect or one that is only good for a certain period of time, such as if someone will handle your finances while you’re outside the country. The most common accounts in which to find beneficiary documents are bank accounts, brokerage accounts, and retirement accounts.

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Strictly Business

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Because a startup investor’s strategy is fundamentally high-risk high-reward, convertible notes look much different than, for example, a traditional bank loan to a small business. Therefore, the deal terms of a convertible note offering differ significantly from more traditional forms of debt financing and are more negotiable.

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The Fashion Law

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Despite reports to the contrary, including from the New York Times and the United Kingdom’s Telegraph last week, the Italian government stated that it did not seek exemptions to sanctions on Russia for certain sectors.

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Fordham Law News

APRIL 14, 2022

Regulators began the process of phasing out the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) and replacing it with the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”). [1] Regulators began the process of phasing out the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) and replacing it with the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (“SOFR”). [1]

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Fordham Law News

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

3] This was only the latest of a series of actions President Nayib Bukele had taken regarding Bitcoin that captured the attention of the world’s major financial institutions. [4] On June 5, 2020, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele announced that the country would be adopting Bitcoin as legal currency. [1]

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

AUGUST 28, 2023

Linkage” is a process through which a carbon trading program joins its market with another existing program. Linkage” is a process through which a carbon trading program joins its market with another existing program. In this case, NYCI would presumably join the Western Climate Initiative, which already includes California and Quebec.

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InHouseBlog

JULY 29, 2023

Engaging an Investment Bank. Once the Target’s board has decided to proceed with a possible M&A sale transaction, the next step is often engaging an investment bank to assist with the sale process. The Mergers and Acquisitions Sale Process Timeline.

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The Hollywood Lawyer

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

from an LLC that funds Defendant Young’s recording studio, draining its entire bank account, Plaintiff has decided that $400,400,000.00 from an LLC that funds Defendant Young’s recording studio, draining its entire bank account, Plaintiff has decided that $400,400,000.00 and one lawsuit are not enough.

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Customs & International Trade Law

MARCH 7, 2022

any approval, financing, facilitation, or guarantee by a foreign person that would also be prohibited for a U.S. As the U.S. Here at Diaz Trade Law we are working to keep you up to date on all relevant sanction activity and what it could mean for you and your business. Sanctions on DNR and LNR regions of Ukraine . More specifically, this E.O.

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MyCase

AUGUST 17, 2022

banks that processes through the ACH Network. Banks, financial institutions, government entities, businesses (including law firms), and individual consumers use the ACH Network to send and receive money securely online. . This can affect your cash flow and bottom line, ultimately stifling firm growth. Potential risks. ACH Payments.

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Rocket Matter

AUGUST 1, 2023

Imagine handling dozens of bank accounts that you move money in and out of on a daily basis while tracking every transaction down to the penny. Misplacing or misreporting client funds can lead to severe consequences ranging from reputational damage to fines, penalties, and legal disputes.

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Foley Hoag LLP

MARCH 7, 2022

SWIFT access to be denied to seven Russian banks on March 12, 2022. On March 3, 2022, the U.S. Key Takeaways: U.S. imposes additional sanctions on Russian elites, along with their family members, companies, and personal vehicles. sanctions to new industries. Sanctions Target Russian Elites, Disinformation Outlets, and Defense Industry.

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Rocket Matter

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Reconcile all your accounts Law firms must reconcile their bank accounts at the end of the year to ensure financial accountability and transparency. Reconcile all your accounts Law firms must reconcile their bank accounts at the end of the year to ensure financial accountability and transparency.

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Fordham Law News

MARCH 31, 2023

3] At the heart of this battle lies the idea of encryption as a tool for maintaining privacy—“the power to selectively reveal oneself to the world.” [4] 3] At the heart of this battle lies the idea of encryption as a tool for maintaining privacy—“the power to selectively reveal oneself to the world.” [4]

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Have you noticed any trends over the past 2-3 years with respect to client preferences for payment options? Our Panelists: Dennis Kennedy ( DK ), Sofia Lingos ( SL ), Reid Trautz ( RT ), Lance Johnson ( LJ ), and Julie Bays ( JB ). What payment method does your firm accept? DK: I want to make it as easy as possible for people to pay me.

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Fordham Law News

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Additionally, the dramatic collapse of Terra/UST accelerated policy efforts to address risks associated with stablecoins, [3] and the more recent demise of FTX [4] reinvigorated the argument that urgent regulatory intervention is needed to ensure the stability of crypto trading platforms and reduce opportunities for regulatory arbitrage. [5]

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Conflict of Laws

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

A judgment is useless or nugatory if the judgment debtor has no assets within the jurisdiction of the court and the judgment debtor is unwilling to comply with the court’s judgment. The remedy of a Mareva injunction (or freezing injunction) was developed as a means of curtailing this form of bad litigation tactics by a judgment debtor.

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Rocket Matter

JULY 5, 2023

Establishing naming and filing conventions 3. Solo lawyers commonly report being happier with their professional lives , more satisfied with their mental health, and enjoying more positive attorney-client relationships than their counterparts at large law firms. However, just because you can hang your own shingle doesn’t mean you should.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

JUNE 27, 2023

On June 14, 2023, the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued temporary and proposed rules for the “direct pay” mechanism enabled by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and codified under Section 6417 of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Conflict of Laws

APRIL 12, 2023

Article 1 of la Loi de Vigilance imposes a duty to establish and implement an effective vigilance plan on any company whose head office is located on French territory and complies with the thresholds stated. This plan must be publicly disclosed.

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LawTechnologyToday

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Modern consumers demand convenience, security, and flexibility when paying for their goods and services, and like it or not; legal clients are no different. If your firm fails to provide the payment options that modern clients want, you risk falling short of client expectations. Are lawyers allowed to accept online payments? .

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The Fashion Law

OCTOBER 1, 2021

John Lewis launching a regulated online payment method in partnership with French bank BNP Paribas, and Apple preparing its own BNPL program for Apple device purchases with PayBright. billion, which is greater than some of Europe’s largest banks, including Barclays and Credit Suisse.

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The Fashion Law

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Additionally, a corporate entity provides greater ability – and credibility – when seeking financing from external sources and more flexibility to accommodate growth. Amid this blockchain-enabled revolution, key moments stand out. But given that NFTs are still relatively new, regulation in this area is still evolving.

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Patently O

OCTOBER 5, 2021

American Axle petitioned for writ of certiorari on December 28, 2020, and the Supreme Court called for the views of the Solicitor General on May 3, 2021. American Axle petitioned for writ of certiorari on December 28, 2020, and the Supreme Court called for the views of the Solicitor General on May 3, 2021. Submit a comment: [link].

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MyCase

JULY 6, 2022

Legal accounting software allows you to manage every aspect of your law firm’s finances effectively. Most legal accounting tools provide dashboards that allow you to see data from bank balances, reconciliation information, outstanding invoices, budgets, and more at a glance. Accounting is critical to running a successful law firm.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is chock-full of tax incentives for climate and clean energy projects. This year, 2023, marks the first tax year in U.S. In theory, up to 70 percent of eligible project costs can be covered by the ITC and its bonus credit amounts. And there’s the rub.

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SimplyLawJobs

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

I’d say there’s 3 key aspects that stood out to me about A&O. They’re known as one of the best firms for banking and finance- I really enjoyed modules related to these areas during my degree. In this article our partners The Student Lawyer interview Hafsah Nawaz, a future trainee solicitor at Allen & Overy.

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