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Recent Developments in Securities Law provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on key strategies for analyzing the latest decisions and dealing with increased enforcement in the securities arena. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through the process of advising clients on updating their strategies in order to comply with SEC requirements. These top lawyers offer their advice for practicing due diligence, understanding disclosure obligations, avoiding FCPA issues, and helping clients promote an anti-corrupt company culture. From Matrixx v. Siracusano to Wal-Mart v. Dukes, these authors discuss recent decisions, their impact on securities law, and the general post-Dodd-Frank environment. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced attorneys offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this increasingly regulated area of law.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.

Chapters Include:

1. M. Norman Goldberger, Partner-in-Charge, Securities Litigation Group, Ballard Spahr LLP - "Responding to Enforcement and Disclosure Requirements in the Securities Law Realm"
2. Robert P. Bramnik, Partner, Duane Morris LLP - "Coping with the Post-Dodd-Frank Environment: New Concerns for Counsel to Investment Managers, Advisors, and Their Investment Fund Clients"
3. Alan J. Brudner, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP - "FCPA Enforcement: Currents and Crosscurrents"
4. Charles F. Gonzalez, Partner, Diaz Reus & Targ LLP - "Matrixx and the Elusive Bright-Line Test for Materiality"

Appendices Include:

Appendix A: Wal-Mart v. Dukes
Appendix B: Matrixx v. Syracusano
Appendix C: Erica P. John Fund v. Halliburton
Appendix D: Compliance Checklist
Appendix E: Client Alert on Advisor Registration
Appendix F: Client Alert on Investment Advisor Rules
Appendix G: Client Alert on Hedge Fund Managers Regulation Bill
Appendix H: Stay Current Alert on FCPA
Appendix I: Stay Current Alert on Definition of "Foreign Official"