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Ropes & Gray attorneys provide timely analysis on legal developments, court decisions and changes in legislation and regulations.

  1. OCT 31

    California Law for Asset Managers: Navigating Noncompete Statutes & Workplace Violence Prevention Plans

    On this episode of Ropes & Gray’s California Law for Asset Managers podcast series, asset management partner Catherine Skulan and employment partners Greg Demers, Richard Kidd and associate Patrick Maher, discuss recent developments in California employment law that may impact asset managers and their portfolio companies. The group will address a new California noncompete statute, including a recent case that gives some insight into the contours of the law, and new California requirements to implement comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans.

    15 min

  2. OCT 29

    Health Care Transaction Laws Unwrapped: Recent Developments on the West Coast

    On this fourth episode of Ropes & Gray’s Health Care Transaction Laws Unwrapped podcast series, health care attorneys Ranee Adipat, Jenn Romig and Jaclyn Freshman discuss the latest updates to state health care transaction laws on the West Coast. The team explores recent developments in California and Oregon, including California's AB 3129 (recently vetoed by Governor Newsom) and Oregon's proactive enforcement. The episode offers practical advice on navigating these complex regulatory environments, the impact on deal timelines, and strategic considerations for health care entities and private equity investors.

    17 min

  3. OCT 22

    Non-binding Guidance: The Demise of Chevron and Implications for Future APA Challenges

    On this episode of Ropes & Gray’s podcast series, Non-binding Guidance, life sciences regulatory and compliance partner Greg Levine and counsel Beth Weinman are joined by appellate and Supreme Court practice head Doug Hallward-Driemeier to explore the Supreme Court's recent landmark decision in Loper Bright, which ended the long-standing practice of Chevron deference. Learn how this ruling has reshaped the regulatory landscape for federal agencies like the FDA and what it means for companies navigating these changes, including implications for Administrative Procedure Act (APA) challenges going forward.

    37 min

  4. OCT 17

    Culture & Compliance Chronicles: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas and Building Trust with Dr. Brennan Jacoby

    On this episode of Culture & Compliance Chronicles, Amanda Raad and Nitish Upadhyaya from Ropes & Gray’s Insights Lab, are joined by Dr. Brennan Jacoby, a philosopher and founder of Philosophy at Work. Dr. Jacoby joins the conversation from his family's year-long travels across the world, and discusses his work on the philosophy of trust, including sharing his views on how compliance teams can foster trust. Throughout, Dr. Jacoby references exercises that you can do with your teams on everything from trust to attention. The conversation explores the practical application of philosophy in organizations, focusing on critical thinking, curiosity, and ethical decision-making. Dr. Jacoby introduces the concept of Philosophy at Work’s Ethics Lab, a workshop designed to help individuals and teams engage with ethical considerations in a meaningful way. The episode also addresses empathy, effective communication, and relational dynamics.

    36 min

  5. OCT 16

    R&G Tech Studio Presents: Venture Capital and Emerging Companies Partner Raj Banerjee

    On this episode of the R&G Tech Studio podcast, host Brad Flint, co-leader of Ropes & Gray’s venture capital and emerging companies practice, is joined by Raj Banerjee, a partner in both the venture capital and emerging companies practice, as well as the IP transactions group at Ropes & Gray. Raj shares insights from his extensive experience as a life sciences lawyer, focusing on the intersection of AI and life sciences. He discusses the significant trends in AI investment, the impact of AI on corporate America, and how these developments are reshaping the venture investing world. Raj also highlights the role Ropes & Gray plays in helping clients navigate these exciting changes, from structuring licensing deals to providing specialized regulatory advice.

    11 min

  6. OCT 15

    Health Care Transaction Laws Unwrapped: Recent Developments on the East Coast

    On this third episode of Ropes & Gray’s Health Care Transaction Laws Unwrapped podcast series, health care attorneys Brett Friedman, Ben Wilson and Sharon Jaquez discuss the latest updates to state health care transaction laws on the East Coast. The team explores recent developments in New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Pennsylvania, examining the implications of new and pending legislation on health care transactions. They provide practical insights on navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, the impact on deal timelines, confidentiality, and strategic considerations for health care entities and private equity investors.

    30 min

  7. OCT 8

    Talkin' Trade: Navigating the Post-Loper Bright World at the ITC

    On this episode of Ropes & Gray's ITC-focused podcast series, Talkin' Trade, IP litigators Matt Rizzolo, Matt Shapiro, and Cole Dunn delve into the landmark Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright and its potential impact on Section 337 proceedings. They provide a comprehensive overview of Chevron deference, its historical application, and explore how its recent dismissal may reshape ITC practices. From defining "articles that infringe" to the nuances of "domestic industry," they break down the potential changes and challenges ahead.

    14 min

  8. OCT 3

    Culture & Compliance Chronicles Special "Live" Edition: Voices from Across the Compliance Community on Culture

    On this special edition of Culture & Compliance Chronicles, join Ropes & Gray’s Insights Lab’s Director of Behavioral Insights, Nitish Upadhyaya, “live” from the Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics flagship conference in Grapevine, Texas as he talks to members of the compliance community about culture. This special “fly on the wall” episode was recorded in breaks during the conference, with the aim of understanding how compliance professionals are seeing culture manifest in their day-to-day work and how they are harnessing it to achieve better outcomes for their organizations. Learn how people are defining culture and how voices from the industry are hoping to use culture to supercharge their programs.

    23 min
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Ropes & Gray attorneys provide timely analysis on legal developments, court decisions and changes in legislation and regulations.

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    Ropes & Gray LLP
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    432
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