The regulatory environment for public companies and market participants continues to be challenging and marked by increased scrutiny by the SEC and other law enforcement agencies. This session explored the current environment and what it portends for the future. The discussion included:
- The increase in parallel civil and criminal investigations and proceedings
- Trends in SEC enforcement proceedings and outcomes
- SEC and DOJ pronouncements during the past year on cooperation and penalties
- Strategic considerations in handling SEC Investigations
Presenters included: Elizabeth P. Gray, Foley & Lardner LLP; Seth L. Levine, Foley & Lardner LLP; and Pamela Parizek, KPMG.
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