News and Insights

8.27.26

How Are Legal Practices Valued by MSOs?

Private equity’s interest in the legal industry is no longer theoretical. Over the past several years, investor interest in law firms has grown tremendously. While this is becoming common knowledge,…

4.03.26

“Mich. Banking Brief: All The Notable Legal Updates In Q1”

In this Law360 Expert Analysis article,Theodore Seitz, Joseph Hickey, and Amy Durant provide quarterly recaps discussing the biggest developments in Michigan banking regulation and policymaking.

2.02.26

“Industrial & Manufacturing M&A: Strategic Opportunity in a Complex Landscape”

Kari Lutringer and Michael Twomey authored the Greater Houston Manufacturers Association article, “Industrial & Manufacturing M&A: Strategic Opportunity in a Complex Landscape.” The article explains…

7.16.26

Dykema Advises Specialty Vehicle Equipment Manufacturer on Strategic Acquisition

Sustained growth often comes from making the right acquisition at the right time. Our latest Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey found that 62% of respondents expect M&A activity across the…

6.26.26

Dykema Advises Automotive Manufacturer on Sale of Specialty Vehicle Business

Strategic deals are shaping the future of the automotive industry. Dykema’s Automotive M&A team is helping clients execute them. Dykema advises automakers, suppliers, and mobility companies on…

10.09.25

Trending Up/Trending Down: Mergers and Acquisitions

Trending Up: Lean and Mean Portfolios The first half of 2025 saw many automotive companies narrowing their scope to adopt a more efficient approach to dealmaking. Instead of chasing every growth…

8.06.24

Employment Law Tightrope: Balancing Litigation and Other Employment Law Risks in Corporate Transactions

Join us for an insightful webinar where you will discover practical strategies for effectively managing labor and employment law challenges and mitigating litigation risks in transactions.

5.21.19

Common Mistakes in the Design and Operation of Compliance Programs—and the Legal Consequences They Create

It is no secret that having a compliance program is a must, particularly for companies in heavily regulated industries. The existence of an “effective” compliance program is a material credit in the…

3.27.24

Common Contracting Pitfalls: Critical Provisions for Businesses

Sean Buckley and Joe Rubio will serve as featured presenters for the Create FW Lunch and Learn event, "Common Contracting Pitfalls: Critical Provisions for Businesses," taking place Wednesday, March…

11.11.21

Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Event at the DAC

Join Dykema on Thursday, November 11, 2021, when we’ll provide a preview of the results of Dykema's annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall…

Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Events

Join us in Chicago or Detroit as we provide a preview of the results of Dykema's annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall Street Journal, The…

9.02.26

Illinois Expands Governmental Oversight on Private Equity Investments in Healthcare

On August 7, 2026, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed House Bill 500, Public Act 104-0782 (“Act”) into law, effective January 1, 2027. The Act significantly broadens the scope of healthcare…

9.01.26

DOJ’s National Fraud Enforcement Division Announces Enforcement Priorities With Five Focus Areas

The U.S. Department of Justice is sharpening its focus on fraud enforcement with the establishment of its National Fraud Enforcement Division and the announcement of five priority areas spanning…

7.16.26

Legal MSOs and ABA Rule 1.17: Why Most Transactions Are Structured to Avoid It

The legal industry is in the early stages of a transformation that has already occurred in other professional services sectors. Law firms are increasingly exploring new ways to access capital, improve…

8.10.26

Who Does Texas’ New Foreign Property Restrictions Impact?

Texas has long been one of the most business-friendly states in the country, but new proposed rules are raising a question many businesses haven’t thought to ask: Does your deal have a foreign…

10.20.25

Does Your AI Notetaker Waive Your Attorney-Client Privilege? (with Jeff Gifford)

AI notetaking tools have become ubiquitous in business meetings, but they pose serious legal risks in the boardroom that most directors don't realize.

9.08.25

Can Your Balance Sheet Hold Crypto Next to Cash? (with Pete Waltz)

What happens when companies treat crypto like cash on the balance sheet? Holding Bitcoin or other digital assets alongside traditional reserves can open new opportunities—but also new legal,…

8.19.25

What happens when a cannabis business can’t pay its debts?

How do you measure success in an industry where operators need to evaluate their business plans based on regulatory trends, tax limitations, and (sometimes illegal) competition?

8.01.24

What do real estate investors need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act?

In real estate, complex ownership structures have long been a part of the game. But the introduction of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) earlier this year has presented a new set of potential…

3.12.24

How are M&A deals structured in the cannabis industry?

Like most other practices in the cannabis industry, conducting M&A activity within this space presents its own unique challenges. Federal prohibition restricts traditional financing methods and…

8.30.26

“The Top 5 Things to Know When Acquiring a U.S. Company”

Global Auto Industry interviewed Nick Monaghan for its story “The Top 5 Things to Know When Acquiring a U.S. Company.”

5.09.26

“All Those A.I. Note Takers? They’re Making Lawyers Very Nervous.”

Jeff Gifford was quoted in The New York Times article, “All Those A.I. Note Takers? They’re Making Lawyers Very Nervous.”

3.31.26

“Tariff turmoil: Refunds, lawsuits and new duties ahead”

Joanne Zimolzak, John F. Rhoades, and Tina T. Toma were quoted in the FreightWaves article “Tariff turmoil: Refunds, lawsuits and new duties ahead.”

8.24.26

Cameron O'Connor Selected for LeadershipSBOT

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced that Cameron F. O’Connor was selected by the State Bar of Texas (SBOT) as one of 20 attorneys to participate in the 2026-27 class of LeadershipSBOT.

8.20.26

214 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 214 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 guide and the Best…

8.19.26

52 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2026 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 29 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2026 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…

4.13.26

2026 Automotive Trends Report Insights: Mergers and Acquisitions

Respondents to our survey identified the need to increase supply chain resilience (55%) and tariff-driven supply chain restructuring (53%) as the two biggest expected drivers of automotive M&A…

4.13.26

2026 Automotive Trends Report Insights: Supply Chain

Concern over geopolitical tensions (52%) has surged 23 percentage points from 29% last year, becoming the second most pressing issue among respondents. When combined with semiconductor and critical…

10.30.25

2025 Trends Report: Annual Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey

For 21 years, Dykema’s Annual M&A Outlook Survey has tracked the pulse of dealmaking in the U.S., consistently affirming a central truth: the M&A market reflects the health of the broader economy.…

7.27.26

Navigating Compliance: KYC, OFAC, CDD/EDD, Data Privacy, TPRM, and Regulatory Risk

Jake Vollebregt to present “Navigating Compliance: KYC, OFAC, CDD/EDD, Data Privacy, TPRM, and Regulatory Risk,” hosted by Texas Bankers Association, Agriculture Finance, Monday, July 27, 2026.

3.18.26

Guiding the Chinese Company​ in Acquiring U.S. Businesses​

Stephen Sayre and Lu Harmening will present “Guiding the Chinese Company​ in Acquiring U.S. Businesses​” for the China General Chamber of Commerce Chicago’s U.S. Tariff & Trade Compliance Update on…

2.20.26

Contractual Protections and Negotiations

Matt Hays and Alida Babcock will serve as featured presenters during the National Business Institute (NBI) CLE event, “Data Security: A Business Attorney’s Guide.” Hays and Babcock will present the…

7.29.25

Entering the U.S. Market – Opportunities, Insights & Practical Guidance

Steve Sayre will serve as a featured presenter for the China General Chamber of Commerce - USA Chicago webinar, “Entering the U.S. Market – Opportunities, Insights & Practical Guidance.” Sayre’s…

5.10.23

Private Equity Deal Considerations: Business and Legal Considerations in a Private Equity Transaction

Dean Gould will serve as a featured presenter for the MedAxiom webinar, "Private Equity Deal Considerations: Business and Legal Considerations in a Private Equity Transaction." Gould and co-presenters…

11.16.21

A Virtual Preview of Dykema's Annual "State of the M&A Market" Analysis

Please join Dykema on Tuesday, November 16th for a virtual preview of the results of our annual "State of the M&A Market" analysis, a premier survey cited by top media including The Wall Street…