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Welcome to Vinson & Elkins’ Securities and ESG Updates. Our aim is to provide insights into notable developments in securities reporting and the environmental, social and governance space over the quarter.
Vinson & Elkins stands among the most trusted names in shareholder activism defense. Led by co-heads Lawrence Elbaum and Patrick Gadson, the firm’s Shareholder Activism practice has defended more campaigns than any other firm since 2015 — and earned numerous #1 rankings from The Legal 500 United States, Chambers USA, Bloomberg, and more.
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In the aftermath of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down the race-conscious admissions systems of two universities in a six-to-three decision (the “SFFA Decision”), commentators are asking about the impact of the ruling on corporate employment decisions; diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts.
Providing quality intelligence on director qualifications and skillsets is essential to win the favor of investors, write Lawrence Elbaum and Patrick Gadson, partners, and Jon Solorzano, counsel.
IPO Edge hosted a fireside chat from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, April 18 with the Co-Chair of Vinson & Elkins’ Shareholder Activism Practice Patrick Gadson, joined by Editor-at-Large Jarrett Banks.