The Trump administration’s directive to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III signals a significant shift in federal cannabis policy that could reduce tax burdens for operators and open the door for financial institutions to re-evaluate cannabis banking and lending. At the Cannabis Banking Continue Reading
The Nuts and Bolts of Local Counsel
Local counsel isn’t a formality—it’s a responsibility with real consequences in federal court. McCarter partner Mark Makhail presents on a panel titled “The Nuts and Bolts of Local Counsel” at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Convention in Atlantic City, NJ. The Continue Reading
Doing Deals in the Garden State
When M&A deals touch New Jersey, knowing the local rules can make or break the transaction. McCarter partner Jason Navarino moderates a panel on handling M&A transactions involving businesses in New Jersey at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Convection. The Continue Reading
Target Allocations and Other Tax Considerations in Drafting LLC Operating Agreements
Drafting an LLC operating agreement without considering tax consequences is a costly mistake waiting to happen. Jason Navarino presents on “Target Allocations and Other Tax Considerations in Drafting LLC Operating Agreements” at an event hosted by myLawCLE. The presentation highlights the key tax Continue Reading
Annual Lunar New Year CLE Seminar: Cybersecurity & Data Privacy
Cyberlaw has developed into a distinct area of law, evolving significantly since the 1990s when there was debate over whether traditional legal principles could address cyberspace issues, or if it should be treated as a niche area of law. At the “Annual Lunar New Year CLE Seminar” presented by Continue Reading
Taking the Mystery Out of Data Rights
The data rights clauses are among today’s most important but most misunderstood and misapplied contract provisions. This is a problem for everyone because of the ever-increasing demand for technical data and software rights. But it is a problem this course can fix. This course during La Jolla Continue Reading
Advanced Default Servicing Challenges
What is on the horizon for companies operating in the default servicing space? McCarter partner Adam Swanson shares his thoughts as part of a panel at the Mortgage Bankers Association's Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference discussing best practices and potential industry challenges, Continue Reading
Forecasting CMMC for 2026 and Beyond
Alex Major joins a panel that examines the current state of CMMC, its future trajectory, and the implications for the cybersecurity and government contracting ecosystems. The panelist discussions include: Continue Reading
Vanessa Roberts Avery Delivers Keynote at University of Connecticut Law School’s BLSA Celebration
Vanessa Roberts Avery, McCarter & English partner and former US Attorney for Connecticut, delivered the keynote address at the University of Connecticut School of Law’s Black Law Students Association (BLSA) program honoring its 2026 graduating members. During the program, Vanessa shared Continue Reading
McCarter Attorneys Spotlight Legal Strategies for Life Sciences Growth at Delaware’s DNA 2026
McCarter is pleased to participate in Delaware’s DNA | 2026 Life Science Conference, the region’s largest gathering of life sciences executives, investors, researchers, and policymakers, taking place April 30 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. As part of the conference’s dedicated IP & Continue Reading