This overview provides an assessment and practical guidance for a UK-based Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) hosting company that services US clients. It addresses the dual regulatory landscape that such firms must...more
Following changes announced by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in August 2025, the Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) has recently published an analysis underscoring a structural shift as US...more
This advisory provides a general summary of the New York Limited Liability Company Transparency Act (NY LLCTA) and its requirements and is not intended to, and does not, provide legal, compliance or other advice to any...more
The Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) has released an updated Capital Call & Distribution Template (CC&D Template) to standardise the accounting details embedded in call and distribution notices and to align...more
After several years of market turbulence, the private equity landscape in 2025 is characterised by a delicate balance of power between Limited Partners (LPs) and General Partners (GPs). Fundraising remains challenging,...more
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced on March 21, 2025, that FinCEN had issued its Interim Final Rule that provides that FinCEN will not require US companies and US persons to report beneficial...more
As noted in our previous Corporate Advisory, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced on February 27, 2025, that it will not take enforcement action against a Reporting Company that fails to file or update...more
Below is a statement from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released February 27, 2025 stating it will not take any enforcement action against a Reporting Company that fails to file or update a beneficial...more
The beneficial ownership information reporting requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) are now back in force. As described in more detail below, the majority of Reporting Companies are required to file their...more
Katten ESG Guidepost is a monthly publication highlighting the latest news, legal and regulatory developments involving environmental, social and governance matters....more
This Corporate Advisory provides a brief update on recent litigation regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements. It is not intended to, and does not, provide legal, compliance or other...more
12/27/2024 Update: On December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit of Appeals issued an order that reinstated the nationwide injunction on the CTA’s reporting requirements. As of December 26, 2024, Reporting Companies are once again...more
Update: As of December 23, 2024, and until FinCEN issues updated guidance, the CTA reporting deadlines remain in effect (including January 1, 2025, for non-exempt Reporting Companies created prior to January 1, 2024)....more
Katten ESG Guidepost is a monthly publication highlighting the latest news, legal and regulatory developments involving environmental, social and governance matters....more
This Corporate Advisory provides a brief update on recent litigation regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements. It is not intended to, and does not, provide legal, compliance or other...more
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the US Treasury Department has issued a final rule (Final Rule) implementing the beneficial ownership reporting requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (together...more
European Commission Proposes Legal Framework for Digital Euro -
The European Commission (Commission) published its ‘Single Currency Package’ on 28 June 2023 with proposals to establish a legal framework for the creation of...more
Challenging economic conditions have made it even more attractive for certain General Partners (GPs) to seek to maintain existing assets owned by fund vehicles. Continuation funds offer GPs a mechanism for doing this by...more
Developments continue at a frenetic pace in the crypto industry. Issues barely on the radar screen 18 months ago have come front and center in today’s headlines. Areas with relatively small market capitalizations a year ago...more
9/14/2021
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Hedge funds have evolved far beyond traditional structures and exotic instruments. Today, hedge funds seek new ways to generate returns by partially reigning in exposure to early investor withdrawals.
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On May 9, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the US Department of the Treasury (FinCEN) issued guidance relating to how its regulations apply to certain businesses that transact in "convertible virtual currencies"...more
6/26/2019
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Token Sales
On November 29, the US Department of Labor (DOL) finalized its 18-month extension of the transition period under the Best Interest Contract Exemption (the "BIC Exemption"). As described in Katten's earlier advisory,...more
On August 9, the US Department of Labor (DOL) announced in a court filing that it has proposed an 18-month extension of the full implementation of the Best Interest Contract Exemption (the "BIC Exemption") under the ERISA...more
The DOL's "fiduciary advice rule" (the "Rule") will take effect on June 9, 2017. The DOL has published FAQs on the implementation of the Rule applicable to the period between June 9th and December 31st (the "Transition...more
On March 25, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Notice 2014-21 (notice) containing guidance and frequently asked questions relating to virtual currencies such as bitcoins. Among other clarifications, the notice states...more