News and Insights

9.08.26

“The Pitfalls of Not Having an LLC Operating Agreement”

An operating agreement is a foundational document that establishes the rights of the owners (“Members”) of limited liability companies (“LLC(s)”), as well as detailing the general financial and…

8.25.20

USMCA Succeeds NAFTA Rule Governing Trade in North America

Washington, D.C.-based attorney Joanne Zimolzak, a Member in Dykema’s Business Litigation practice and Insurance Industry Group, and government policy advisors James Brandell and Andrew Buczek co…

4.27.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: ESG, Labor and Employment, Antitrust

This webinar will address survey findings in the ESG, labor and employment and antitrust sectors.

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…

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…

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…

10.27.25

New York Moves to Clarify LLC Transparency Act Ahead of 2026 Implementation

New York has taken steps to clarify its Limited Liability Company Transparency Act before it takes effect on January 1, 2026—but not all questions are settled. Recent amendments aim to align the…

7.07.25

In an Uncertain M&A Market, Dykema Deal Volume Remains Steady

Amid an unpredictable M&A landscape, Dykema maintains steady deal activity for its clients. For the quarter, we closed 20 deals—consistent with prior periods—though overall deal size trended smaller…

10.22.26

Can the EPA’s New Title V Rule Finally Bring Certainty to Air Permitting?

For years, companies planning major facilities have faced a real risk: What if an air construction permit you fought for could be relitigated years later during a completely separate…

9.10.26

Are Your Corporate Board Minutes Ready for Litigation?

A proper record of your board meeting isn’t just good governance. In Delaware, it could be your best defense.

6.24.26

Are the SEC’s Climate Disclosure Rules Finally Dead? (with Grant Gilezan and Jack Grogan)

The SEC’s climate disclosure rules have had a turbulent two years. Finalized in March 2024, abandoned in 2025, and now formally proposed for rescission, the rules never took effect. Now the SEC wants…

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…

2.08.24

To drill or not to drill? What landowners in Texas need to know about mineral and surface rights

In the Lone Star State, owning the surface doesn't mean owning everything underground. Mineral and surface rights can belong to someone else, granting them access and potentially disrupting your…

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.”

1.09.24

"Why Carta’s public battle might be a private markets nightmare"

Frank Ballantine was quoted in the Fortune article, "Why Carta’s public battle might be a private markets nightmare."

7.05.23

Dean Gould Provides Insight on DSO Deal Structures on The Dental Practice Sale Podcast

Dean Gould joined The Dental Practice Sale podcast for its episode, "The Evolution of Deal Structures in the DSO Space - with Dean Gould."

11.05.26

Dykema Receives 14 National Rankings and 162 Regional Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2027

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 14 practice areas in the 2027 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 162 regional rankings representing…

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…

6.15.26

Dykema Adds Corporate Finance and Data Privacy Attorney Jake Vollebregt in San Antonio

Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Jacobus “Jake” Vollebregt as Senior Counsel in the firm’s Corporate Finance and Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Groups,…

11.03.22

2022 Mergers and Acquisitions Outlook Survey

The results of Dykema's 2023 Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey are in! This survey tracks the marketplace to gauge the direction of the M&A market and economy for the coming year.

11.11.21

2021 Mergers and Acquisitions Outlook Survey

The results of Dykema's annual Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook Survey are in! This survey tracks the marketplace to gauge the direction of the M&A market and economy for the coming year. As with…

3.24.23

Careers in Energy Law

Megan Knell serves as a featured panelist at the Texas A&M University School of Law's 12th Annual Energy Law Symposium "Energy Law Currents: Energy Transition Under Uncertainty." The panel was titled,…

10.26.21

Current State of Middle Market Deals, Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio

Jeff Gifford will address the current state of Middle-Market deals for the Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio's in-person Luncheon on October 26, 2021, at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse…

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…

12.10.20

Government Enforcement in the Biden Administration: Will Everything Old Be New Again?

After 4 years of adjusting to the government enforcement policies and priorities enacted by the Trump administration, many businesses now wonder what laws and regulations await under President-elect…