The ruling impacts those with HSR filings expected to be submitted on or after March 19, 2026.
By Kyra K. Bromley, Patrick C. English, and Peter M. Todaro
The Fifth Circuit has denied the FTC’s motion for a stay pending appeal in Chamber of Commerce v. FTC (No. 26-40094). As a result, while the appeal proceeds, the “old”…
The corporate enforcement of any potential corporate criminal misconduct is now governed by a DOJ-wide policy.
On March 10, 2026, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a new department-wide “Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy” (the CEP). The CEP addresses the benefits available to companies that voluntarily disclose, cooperate, and remediate potential criminal misconduct.
The CEP has important practical…
The executive actions emphasize public-private partnerships, enhanced information sharing, and leveraging commercial cybersecurity capabilities.
By Jennifer C. Archie, Marissa R. Boynton, Antony (Tony) Kim, Clayton Northouse, Michael H. Rubin, and Serrin Turner
On March 6, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Combating Cybercrime, Fraud, and Predatory Schemes Against American Citizens” (the Order) that…
The ruling impacts those with HSR filings expected to be submitted on or after February 20, 2026.
By Kyra K. Bromley, Patrick C. English, and Peter M. Todaro
Updated on February 19, 2026
On February 19, 2026, the Fifth Circuit granted an administrative stay, which keeps the “new” Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification form in place and temporarily stays…
Defense contractors must prepare for the Secretary of War’s review of contract performance and potential imposition of limits on dividends, stock buybacks, and executive compensation.
By Dean W. Baxtresser, Kyle R. Jefcoat, Edward N. Siskel, Joel H. Trotter, Douglas K. Yatter, and Pascal Jakowec
Key Points:
The Order contemplates prohibiting stock buybacks and dividends and…
The Order takes aim at the proxy advisory industry, particularly with regard to DEI and ESG.
By Betty M. Huber, Benjamin Rosemergy, Larry Seymour, Bradd L. Williamson, Aryeh Zuber, and Ariel Woldar
Key Points:
The Order directs the SEC, FTC, and DOL to increase oversight of proxy advisors and assess their practices under applicable laws.…
The new executive order is the latest effort by the Trump administration to establish a “minimally burdensome national standard” for regulating the AI industry.
By Michael H. Rubin, Andrew Gass, Ghaith Mahmood, Sy Damle, and Fiona Maclean
Key Points:
The Order establishes an AI Litigation Task Force that will challenge state AI laws in court and…
The proposed rule would scale back federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act.
By Nikki Buffa, John C. Heintz, Michael G. Romey, Jennifer K. Roy, Lucas I. Quass, and Samantha Yeager
On November 17, 2025, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers (USACE) (together with EPA…
On November 20, 2025, Latham lawyers discussed compliance with anti-discrimination laws and potential enforcement risks.
By Danielle Conley, Jenna B. Cooper, Anne W. Robinson, and Jude Volek
As part of the evolving legal landscape under the Trump administration, the federal government is leveraging the False Claims Act (FCA) to target efforts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion…
Federal funding lapse could slow filings and hearings as US courts shift schedules and staffing.
By Nicholas J. Boyle, Roberto J. Borgert, and Katherine Griffitts
As of October 20, 2025, the federal judiciary’s funding lapse is now disrupting day-to-day court operations. After exhausting fee balances and other non-appropriated funds, several US trial-level courts began reducing activity on Fridays…
As the shutdown continues, taxpayers should expect longer wait times and ramifications for the 2026 filing season.
On October 8, 2025, the IRS began furloughing staff as well as closing most operations due to the ongoing government shutdown.
According to an updated shutdown plan released the same day, the IRS is furloughing just under half its workforce…
OCC Bulletins 2025-22 and 2025-23 clarify the agency’s approach to evaluating banks’ compliance with fair banking practices and protecting customers’ financial records.
By Betty M. Huber, Arthur S. Long, Parag Patel, Pia Naib, Ed Reynolds, Richard Reynolds, and Deric Behar
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)1 published two bulletins (Bulletins …
