Finance Law and Banking Law

Hybrid capital instruments are transforming private capital markets by offering flexible financing solutions that bridge traditional debt and equity.

Fund managers face significant challenges preparing Form ADV and Form PF filings under tight first-quarter deadlines, requiring extensive financial data extraction and coordination with compliance providers. Early preparation, organized data management, and strategic support can help reduce errors, mitigate regulatory risk, and streamline the complex SEC filing process.

In 20-plus years of papering venture and private equity deals in Silicon Valley, I’ve sat across the table from a lot of CFOs. The good ones tell you what’s actually moving the business in the first ninety seconds.

Early 2026 developments from the Farm Credit Administration (FCA) show the regulator is identifying opportunities to reduce regulatory complexity while reinforcing risk management expectations across Farm Credit System...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit issued a highly significant order on May 8, 2026 in the closely watched litigation challenging the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (“IFPA”)...

In March 2026, U.S. banking regulators released a comprehensive set of proposals to recalibrate capital requirements for banking organizations of all sizes, marking a significant shift from their 2023 approach. These proposals aim to enhance risk sensitivity, reduce complexity, and produce more moderate capital impacts while improving the competitive position of U.S. banks relative to their international peers. The proposals include implementing final Basel III standards for the largest banks, revising the

The Texas Business Court continues to shape commercial law in the Lone Star State, offering guidance on contract interpretation and enforcement.

Royce-George & Associates (RGA), a Massachusetts LLC, brought suit against U.S. Bank and Wells Fargo arising from the administration and payoff of a commercial mortgage loan secured by property in Flemington...

On Friday, May 15, 2026, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued two final rules on national banks’ and federal savings associations’ real estate lending powers related to mortgage escrow...

As agricultural borrowers face tighter margins and reduced cash flow in 2026, Farm Credit lenders are increasingly turning to "bulge financing" - temporary credit extensions designed to bridge short-term liquidity gaps. This analysis explores how these 60-120 day facilities differ from traditional accordion structures and examines their strategic deployment through a real-world case study of discounted crop input financing.

Closing the deal is only the beginning. In this final installment of our series "How to Buyout a Business Partner," we focus on what happens after the papers are signed.

Buying out a business partner is like a divorce of sorts: the split can be emotional, complicated, and pivotal for your future.