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The SEC reporting and compliance practice at Skadden advises public and private companies, management, boards of directors and board committees on a full range of matters involving securities offerings and compliance and disclosure matters under the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Dodd-Frank Act, as well as the related SEC rules and the listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ Stock Market and other stock markets. 

A number of our lawyers have served as staff members of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, holding senior management positions such as deputy director of the Division of Corporation Finance and chief of the SEC’s Office of Mergers and Acquisitions. One of the key services that members of this practice provide to our clients is the regular assistance of a consistent and dedicated team to prepare, review and advise on current and periodic Exchange Act reports, proxy statements and other filings made with the SEC. This approach allows our lawyers to remain current with the specific disclosure and compliance issues our clients are facing and to serve them in the most efficient and effective manner.




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What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates covers all the bases for major corporate clients and financial institutions, including enforcement defense. The firm handles SEC investigations and provides SEC reporting and compliance advice to companies from a broad array of industries, including banking and pharmaceuticals. It also advises clients on the regulatory compliance aspects of mergers and acquisitions. The group is regarded as one of the leaders in CFTC enforcement actions and investigations and houses an impressive roster of former federal law enforcement officials.

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Work Highlights

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  • Skadden represented Western Asset Management Company in connection with parallel investigations by the SEC and DOJ concerning cherry-picking allegations against the former CIO, Ken Leech.

Strengths

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  • Skadden forms a team across disciplines. The securities practice gives excellent, timely and practical advice. They understand business goals and have a deep understanding of accounting issues so they can speak with authority.

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  • The Skadden team offer an exceptional level of technical expertise, market understanding and client service. They are able to manage cross-border complex transactions with speed and excellence.

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  • Skadden has the right specialist expertise and dedicated team with the ability to pull in people across offices as needed.

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  • Skadden handles complex matters with ease. They draw on their deep and extensive knowledge and are available around the clock.

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  • Skadden has a strong team of incredibly dedicated, responsive, knowledgeable and capable lawyers. Their former SEC experience gives them added perspective and enables us to get outstanding service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Brian V. Breheny
    Brian V. Breheny

    Brian V. Breheny

    Brian Breheny is held in high esteem for his work in corporate governance. He advises major public companies on SEC compliance matters, and often counsels on the regulatory components of M&A.

    • Brian is an amazing lawyer. He is super qualified, practical and responsive.

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    • Brian is a reliable go-to for securities advice.

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    • Brian is fantastic. He can easily move from accounting realities to legal requirements.

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    • Brian is always able to give practical and commercial advice on public company SEC questions.

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  • Raquel Fox
    Raquel Fox

    Raquel Fox

    Raquel Fox is experienced in assisting companies with matters including SEC reporting, initial public offerings, mergers, corporate governance and SPAC transactions.

    • Raquel is responsive and builds trust easily. She draws on her relationships and insights into the SEC.

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    • Raquel's expertise has helped us confidently frame our regulatory strategy in an ever-evolving landscape of regulation.

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  • Marc Gerber
    Marc Gerber

    Marc Gerber

    Marc Gerber advises major public companies on corporate governance matters, and is also well-versed in shareholder proposals, proxy statements and disclosure concerns.

    • Marc is an excellent attorney and a trusted adviser.

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    • Marc is a very well-rounded corporate lawyer who is excellent and well known for shareholder proposals.

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  • Anita Bandy
    Anita Bandy

    Anita Bandy

    Anita Bandy is recommended for her guidance on SEC and DoJ enforcement matters for an array of clients, including financial services companies and corporations.

    • Anita can provide unique insights and understands at all times what is important to the SEC.

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    • Anita is an exceptional, bright and dedicated lawyer who is committed to her clients.

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    • Anita has the vision and puts the pieces in place.

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    • Anita is a force to be reckoned with especially with accounting and disclosure issues.

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    • Anita took the time to understand the situation and provided great guidance. She is able to quickly pivot to different strategies.

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  • David Meister
    David Meister

    David Meister

    David Meister is particularly highlighted for his leading practice in CFTC enforcement actions and investigations. He also regularly acts on FINRA and SEC actions, representing leading public companies, investment banks and broker-dealers.

    • David was great at preparing me and understood the situation deeply and made sure the legal strategy aligned with my goals.

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    • David is a go-to for complex SEC work and has a specialty in CFTC issues.

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    • David is a thoughtful, practical litigator and counsel. He understands how to get to the right answer in complex matters.

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  • Daniel Michael
    Daniel Michael

    Daniel Michael

    Daniel Michael has notable experience representing clients particularly financial institutions facing regulatory scrutiny from agencies including the SEC and FINRA.

    • Dan is fantastic and always responsive. He dives deep into the issues and evaluates from various perspectives.

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    • Dan is smart and nimble.

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    • Dan is a smart and sophisticated lawyer.

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