United States: Government, Public Sector

Despite all the geopolitical issues swirling around the United States (or perhaps because of them), our law firm has never been busier helping foreign companies establish a business here.

On October 20, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") released proposed Treasury Regulations that would revoke the look-through rule for domestic C corporations in determining whether qualified investment entities, such as real estate investment trusts ("REITs"), are domestically controlled under Section 897 of the Internal Revenue Code (the "Proposed Regulations").

The Trump administration has begun to embrace demand-side measures to revitalize US shipbuilding capacity, such as port fees on subsidized Chinese vessels.

Determining the best way to deliver meaningful property tax relief is already a flashpoint for the 2026 legislative session. Other areas of focus include property insurance, auto insurance, medical malpractice, healthcare and education.

On October 6, 2025, Governor Newsom signed SB 707 enacting what some commentators have termed the most significant changes to the Ralph M. Brown Act since its initial enactment in 1953.

Still Closed for Business. Washington's shutdown saga is less a ticking time bomb than a slow grind, with both political parties dug in deeper than ever. Polling shows neither side is bearing the brunt of public blame...

On October 24, 2025, the Department of Defense (DoD) DFARS Case 2024-D007 ("the final rule") goes into effect, which amends the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)...

There are growing reports of federal ICE agents entering Tribal reservations and business establishments, including casinos, to stop, interrogate, and detain people.

The U.S. (DoD) has finalized a rule that amends the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to formally include Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)...

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0...

Welcome to the Eyes on Washington: Shutdown Briefing. During the federal government shutdown, we will be sharing concise, client-focused updates to help you stay informed on key developments, legislative dynamics and potential impacts to your operations and federal engagement.

Welcome to the Eyes on Washington: Shutdown Briefing. During the federal government shutdown, we will be sharing concise, client-focused updates to help you stay informed on key developments, legislative dynamics and potential impacts to your operations and federal engagement.