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In SEC v. Jarkesy, the U.S. Supreme Court (Court) is poised to determine the constitutionality of the SEC’s practice of enforcing the securities laws through administrative proceedings. How the Court will answer that question is unclear, but whatever the Court decides will have far-reaching implications. Beyond the obvious repercussions for SEC proceedings and the administrative state generally, the case also offers the Court a chance to weigh in on another significant question: What are the contours of common law fraud? This guest article by MoloLamken LLP attorneys Eric Nitz and Kenneth Notter III discusses the proceedings before the Court, how the Court appears likely to rule and the implications the Court’s decision may have on SEC enforcement efforts – and fraud actions generally – against private fund managers. #HFLR #ALJs https://lnkd.in/eAfxcWd2

🌟 How well does your trust jurisdiction protect your assets? 🌟 In this conversation of The Truth About Wealth, David Warren discusses a compelling Massachusetts Supreme Court case. It highlights that trustees might have a fiduciary duty to select the most favorable trust jurisdictions. We explore why states like South Dakota or Nevada may provide stronger asset protection compared to Massachusetts or California. Tune in to learn more about optimizing your trust for maximum benefit and security: https://bit.ly/3LNrLcC 🏛️💡 #TheTruthAboutWealth #FinancialPlanning #AssetProtection #TrustLaw #GenerationalWealth #CopperBeech

We all know the Fifth Circuit vacated the Private Fund Adviser Rules, and now the SEC has let the deadlines for appeal and SCOTUS review pass. What's next? Looks like litigation and enforcement actions are on the horizon. Get the full scoop on this regulatory shakeup at PitchBook: https://lnkd.in/gE-DduPZ

If you work in the financial services industry, you've probably been sweating over the Private Fund Advisers Rule. It may be summer, but somehow we're sweating a bit less. The US Court of Appeals struck down the rule last week. Why? They gave a whole host of reasons. From the SEC overstepping their authority, to the Investment Company Act of 1940 exempting private funds' internal governance from such federal regulation, to there being insufficient evidence of widespread misconduct among advisers (thank goodness!) The SEC still has 90 days to appeal though. ... So you can still sweat a little 😂 #TovaTalks #PrivateEquity #SEC P.S. Unlike the BOI rule, which was deemed unconstitutional by a federal court district in Alabama but only temporarily relieves the plaintiffs in that case of complying with that rule, the court of appeals' decision impacts everyone that falls under the PFA. Lots of interesting regulatory changes happening!

U.S. Court Strikes Down SEC Private Fund Adviser Rules. The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the SEC's Private Fund Adviser Rules (the Rules) from August 2023, holding that the SEC exceeded its statutory authority in adopting the Rules. The Rules were aimed to make sweeping changes to private fund managers’ long-established business relationships and practices. What’s next? The SEC's course of action of whether to contest the decision and advance its agenda remains to be seen, however, potential appeals or other measures will likely extend well past the first September 2024 compliance dates. Stay informed on this significant development. 📖 Read more >> https://bit.ly/3VDADaq Orit Sternhell-Zaltzman | Shir Bauer LLM #LegalUpdate #FinancialLaw #FinancialRegulation

The recent Court of Appeals decision vacating the SEC’s private fund rule has left firms and their attorneys in a state of uncertainty. Should they press on with compliance or pause and reassess? While large firms continue forging ahead, smaller ones are holding off. The vacated rule may still influence market practices and provide guidance on key issues. 3iCO is prepared to help should the landscape change and our clients need to act. Read our full client alert: https://bit.ly/4e9g643 #PrivateFunds #SEC #InvestmentAdvisors

Should you accept an appointment to be a trustee, executor or other fiduciary? What responsibilities and liabilities might you face? This excellent article provides many insights. https://ow.ly/NqGV50QHSI2

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The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the SEC’s Private Fund Advisers Rule, citing the SEC exceeded its authority and lacked a close nexus to anti-fraud aims. Despite this, expect continued SEC scrutiny on investment managers' disclosure practices. https://lnkd.in/ecq4Gufj   #SEC #PrivateFundsRule #InvestmentManagement #AkinPrivateCapital

How can plan sponsors help their plans' target date funds stand up to legal scrutiny? We share four best practices for evaluating and selecting TDFs here: https://lnkd.in/e_iMqfav #definedcontribution #targetdatefunds