News and Insights

11.03.25

“Major Amendments to Michigan’s Marketable Record Title Act: What You Need to Know”

Rob Pollock authored the article, “Major Amendments to Michigan’s Marketable Record Title Act: What You Need to Know,” which was published in the November 2025 edition of the State Bar of Michigan…

11.03.25

Virtual Privacy Officer (VPO)

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10.15.25

“My Five Favorite Books: Leigha Simonton (Member at Dykema and Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas)”

Leigha Simonton authored The Texas Lawbook article, “My Five Favorite Books: Leigha Simonton (Member at Dykema and Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas).”

11.14.25

FTC Signals Continued Scrutiny of Employee Non-Compete Agreements

Takeaways It would not be unreasonable to question the future of FTC enforcement against non-compete agreements after the FTC abandoned the prior administration’s rule banning nearly all employee non…

11.04.25

At the Wheel: Fall Edition

As the automotive industry heads into the final stretch of 2025, At the Wheel: An Automotive Roundup brings you the latest from Dykema’s Automotive, Mobility & Transportation group. In this Fall…

10.31.25

Trending Up/Trending Down: Data Privacy and Security

Trending Up: Smart Cars, Smarter Lawsuits  The connected car has hit some speed bumps. In the wake of FTC enforcement actions that began in late 2024, the agency has continued targeting automakers for…

11.06.25

Connected Vehicles: Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Compliance in Motion

Connected vehicles bring both innovation and legal complexity. This webinar examines cybersecurity risks, regulatory scrutiny, and the rise of privacy-driven litigation, highlighting practical steps…

10.08.25

AI and Mobility: Steering the Legal Road Ahead

AI is transforming mobility and the legal landscape with it. Tune in as we explore key challenges around transparency, responsibility, and regulation in an area where algorithms share the driver’s…

6.26.25

If Not China, Where? The State of IP in Asia's Alternatives

As companies reevaluate their global strategies, many are looking beyond China for R&D, manufacturing, and market expansion. While China has long offered low costs and a skilled workforce, rising…

10.23.25

2026 Privacy Playbook: Simplifying the Privacy Patchwork

The privacy landscape is changing fast and becoming increasingly complex. 2026 will bring new rules, heightened enforcement, and evolving expectations from both consumers and regulators. This webinar…

9.24.25

Dykema's Annual Supreme Court Review and Preview

With the approaching start of the Supreme Court’s new term, join us for Dykema's annual review of the past term and preview of the coming term.

5.21.25

AI + Pricing = Antitrust Risk?

Providers and users of certain algorithmic pricing tools are facing government challenges and treble damages class actions. Dykema attorneys Howard Iwrey and Cody Rockey will explore these cases and…

10.07.25

MEMA Morning Grind | Side by Side: Navigating Antitrust Risks for Supplier Teams

Join us in-person for a morning networking session in a casual atmosphere, designed for supplier teams.

8.06.25

12th Annual Definitive Conference for Dental Service Organizations

Considered the best informational and networking event of the year, our award-winning conference brings hundreds of the greatest thought leaders in the industry, all in the same place, for three…

7.23.25

Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2025

Join Dykema for an exclusive one-day summit for in-house legal professionals and business leaders, featuring legal insights, dynamic panels with OEM and supplier voices, and networking with peers…

7.16.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | October 2024 Term Conclusion: Part II

As the October 2024 Term drew to a close, the Supreme Court issued several landmark decisions that reshaped core doctrines in administrative law, standing, remedies, and constitutional structure. This…

7.03.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | October 2024 Term Conclusion: Part I

Decisions, decisions! Part I of the final edition of Last Month at the Supreme Court for the 2024 Term captures the outcomes of several critical cases. The Term, which has been described as one of the…

5.29.25

Last Month at the Supreme Court | May 2025

As Washington continues to buzz with activity, we are keen to report the latest developments in the May 2025 edition of Last Month at the Supreme Court. Learn about the Court’s evaluation of…

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…

10.16.25

California Expands Oversight of Private Equity in Healthcare with AB 1415 and SB 351

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed two significant pieces of legislation into law: Assembly Bill 1415 (AB 1415) and Senate Bill 351 (SB 351). Both bills target private equity and hedge…

10.14.25

Don’t Tax My Tips! How It Works.

New IRS guidance sheds light on who can benefit from the new federal tip deduction created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The proposed regulations identify 68 occupations eligible to deduct…

10.23.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Is Co-Location Energy Making Data Centers Harder to Build? (with Richard Darke)

🏗️⚡ The data center industry is racing to embrace renewable energy through co-location, but what looks like an engineering solution is actually a legal minefield of overlapping regulations. Going…

9.08.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: 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,…

8.14.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Can the White House Really Override the EPA’s Hazardous Air Standards? (with Claire Glenn)

Can the President really give companies a two-year pass on hazardous air standards?A rarely-used Clean Air Act provision just allowed the White House to delay compliance deadlines—bypassing the EPA’s…

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?

3.24.25

5 Things I Learned in 50 Years of Legal Practice

What lessons can a 50-year veteran of law offer to young and seasoned attorneys alike? Dan Schairbaum, leader of Dykema’s Real Estate practice group, sits down with Carl Rashid to discuss key insights…

1.30.25

How can cannabis companies retain their best employees?

How do you build a thriving workforce in an industry known for instability? Brett Gelbord sits down with Nate Russell and Ben Richards of The Lab to discuss what it takes to create fair and effective…

11.07.25

“How One Law Firm Got Two Big White-Collar Wins In 48 Hours”

Dykema's White Collar and Government Investigations Group was featured in the Law360 article, “How One Law Firm Got Two Big White-Collar Wins In 48 Hours.” The article highlighted the firm’s rare…

11.05.25

“A fair fight: Defense lawyers urge reform to allow criminal depositions”

Jen Beidel was quoted in the Reuters article, “A fair fight: Defense lawyers urge reform to allow criminal depositions.” 

10.06.25

National Media Turn to Chutkow and Beidel for Legal Insight Into High-Profile Federal Litigation

As the Federal trial involving Sean Combs has unfolded, national media from across the nation have reached out to Mark Chutkow and Jen Beidel for commentary on the legal strategy and actions taken.…

11.06.25

Dykema Receives 14 National Rankings and 158 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2026

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 14 practice areas in the 2026 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 158 metropolitan rankings…

11.05.25

Dykema Named a Litigation Leader in BTI Consulting Group’s BTI Litigation Outlook 2026 Report

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that the BTI Consulting Group has ranked the firm as a top performer in several segments of litigation in its “BTI Litigation Outlook 2026:…

11.05.25

Regulatory and Financial Services Attorney Amy J. Durant Joins Dykema’s Lansing Office

Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced that Amy J. Durant has joined the firm’s Lansing office as Senior Counsel in its Regulatory and Financial Services Team. Durant comes to Dykema…

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.…

10.30.25

M&A Sector Spotlight: Automotive

The Automotive, Transportation & Mobility sector is poised for M&A growth in the next twelve months, with nearly (62%) of respondents expecting increased deal activity. This optimism is largely driven…

10.30.25

M&A Sector Spotlight: Cannabis

M&A activity in the cannabis sector continues to lag behind the exuberant dealmaking of the early 2020s, but selective opportunities still exist. Instead of broad-based expansion or aggressive capital…

11.24.25

Asset Purchase Agreements: A Deeper Dive With Sample Documents and Checklists

Arthur Nathan will serve as a featured presenter for the National Business Institute (NBI) seminar, “Asset Purchase Agreements: A Deeper Dive With Sample Documents and Checklists,” taking place…

11.19.25

Hail to the Chiefs!

Deborah Williamson will serve as a featured presenter at the University of Texas Law’s 44th Annual Jay L. Westbrook Bankruptcy Conference, which will take place November 19-21 in Austin.

11.03.25

SAE Automated Transportation Symposium | November 3–6, 2025 | Tempe, AZ

Jay Logel, Senior Counsel at Dykema, will join a panel of industry experts for “Communicating Safety to Key Stakeholders” on November 5 at SAE’s upcoming Automated Transportation Symposium. The…

11.18.25

Texas Labor and Employment Power Hour

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest developments in labor and employment law for Texas employers.

10.14.25

Midwest Update: A Look at Pressing Labor and Employment Issues

Join Sean Darke and Jack Mahon for an update on key developments in labor and employment law, with a focus on recent changes at the federal level as well as in Illinois and Michigan.

9.30.25

Char's Corner: Wage and Hour Class Action Updates

California’s wage and hour rules create real risks for employers, especially under the state’s “rebuttable presumption” standard for meal and rest breaks. In this session, Char will discuss the…