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Attention D.C. metro employers! We’re hosting our Second Annual Employment Services seminar for area clients and contacts on Tuesday, November 19! As the dust settles from the election, employers are facing a rapidly shifting landscape in labor and employment law. This year’s seminar will focus on key issues that employers must address as they adapt to the new political climate and its impact on their businesses. Whether you're grappling with AI bias in hiring, interested in key labor and employment updates for government contractors, or managing risks in a polarized workplace, our expert speakers will provide actionable insights to help you stay ahead of the curve. DWT speakers: Jonathan DeMella, Mohamed Barry, Esq., Alicia Hines, Esq., Erik Mass, Jeremy Merkelson, Missy Mordy, Nicole Phillis, and Monica Rodriguez. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gb7WW2bH

“I have been heartened in the last year about the extent to which leaders in the organizations we’ve been working with have doubled down on their commitment to DEI.” Victoria (Vicky) Slade, co-chair of our DEI counseling practice, recently spoke with The American Lawyer on the growing demand for DEI legal expertise amid political shifts and how the upcoming Trump administration is likely to influence the future of DEI programs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8ya_aQa

Inauguration Day is still more than two months away—but our financial services team is already letting clients know what could be on the horizon for bank regulation, supervision, and enforcement under a second Trump Administration.    Max Bonici, a seasoned regulatory lawyer and our newest partner, and Steve Gannon, who previously worked as a senior legal executive for large financial institutions, offer their reflections about possible personnel and policy changes. You can find the link to their insights in the comments below.

DWT is a proud sponsor of the 8th Annual American Fintech Council Policy Summit, during which partner Bradford Hardin will lead the roundtable, “What is the Truth About True Lender and Responsible Fintech Lending?” The discussion will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on November 19th in Washington, D.C. This event will bring together industry leaders, regulators, academics, consumer groups, and policymakers to exchange ideas, explore emerging trends, and shape the future of responsible financial technology. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/gytsC4DD

Gerald Stein, who worked as an attorney with the FTC’s Bureau of Competition years before joining DWT, recently spoke with Bloomberg Law about what to expect in antitrust enforcement under a second Trump Administration. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g2ywaGwH

Tomorrow, Jack Browning and Danielle Toaltoan will participate in the signature session of PipelinePlus's Legal Lift event, "Optimizing the Pitch Experience: A Simulation of Best Practices," featuring in-house experts who will share a proven framework to maximize the chances of a successful, win-win outcome in any pitch scenario, followed by a live mock pitch demonstrating the framework in action. The pitch panel includes DWT's own CMBDO Julia Bennett, as well as Mark A. Smolik, Mary Iazzetta, Esq., and Aaron Boersma. DWT Partner John Magliery will also be in attendance. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJ2zj8aw

On November 18-19, DWT partners Vid Prabhakaran, K.C. Halm, and Gerald Stein will participate in ALM’s General Counsel Conference East. Partners Chris Ford, Steve Gannon, and James Goldfarb will also attend the event. Please reach out and connect with our group if you’re also attending the event! Vid will lead a roundtable on "California ESG and Corporate Climate Disclosure Regulations" and K.C. on "ESG: Governance Considerations for Managing AI Risks and Leveraging AI Opportunities." Gerald will moderate the panel “Navigating FTC Enforcement: Compliance and Best Practices.” #LegalLeaders #ESG #Antitrust For additional information on the roundtables and panel: https://lnkd.in/evBeW63V

Steve Gannon, Elizabeth Lan Davis, Russell Fecteau, and Max Bonici envision a “new prologue for crypto” after last week’s election. Read their analysis and proposal below. For more critical insights into financial services and beyond follow DWT Insights. 

A truly memorable year! #NAPABA24

Industry-leading companies deserve legal support that’s second to none, which is why we’re honored to see the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms recognize our dedication to client service with Tier 1 rankings in markets across the country, including national rankings in 22 key practice areas.    Thank you to our clients and peers whose feedback made this possible and congratulations to the DWT team!    Read more about the rankings here: