Service to manufacturing companies has long been one of the bedrock foundations of our law firm. Today, with decades of experience under our belt, we understand the numerous legal, regulatory, operational, and financial issues that manufacturing companies face. As the industry undergoes a monumental transformation, we are uniquely positioned to assist clients in addressing significant shifts in their operations and serve as their “industry” law firm.
We are well-versed in key trends confronting our clients in the industry. There are the advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and blockchain having a dramatic effect on manufacturers’ R&D, supply chain management, production, and sales. One overarching trend, the Internet of Things, allows manufacturers to manage the maintenance of machines in a predictive and prescriptive way. Integrated and networked sensors and intelligent devices can predict and detect issues and prescribe improvements in one device or an entire plant.
Manufacturer and supplier integration is another evolving issue we help manufacturers address. We work with them to think through the desired objectives, long-term effect, and inherent risks of integration. We also navigate them through the complex web of global supply chain risks to realize the rewards of proactive engagement in modern ethical supply chain practice.
Yet another movement in the industry is renewable energy. Manufacturers are pivoting away from fossil fuels, and versatility of methods like biomass, solar thermal systems, and electrification make them top replacement options.
From day-to-day business issues to innovative advances in your operations, our lawyers can provide a wide range of services to meet your needs.
A first of its kind, The H2 Handbook provides a comprehensive summary of the regulatory, commercial, and policy issues that hydrogen may face on its path to becoming a global commodity and a significant part of the energy mix. The handbook covers hydrogen-related issues in a number of regions across the globe, including Australia, Europe, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Check back regularly as new region handbooks are published.
On 22 December 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments (the final rule) to Rule 206(4)-1 under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the Advisers Act) to modernize the regulation of investment adviser advertising and solicitation practices.
After the Democrats took control of the presidency and Congress earlier this year, questions have circulated regarding possible changes to the federal estate and gift tax laws, including a decrease in the exemptions from tax as well as increased tax rates.
First there were CryptoKitties. Then came digital art, CryptoPunks and NBA Top Shot. But when Beeple’s digital art piece “Everydays: The First 5000 Days” sold at Christie’s for US$69 million, the NFT mania truly began.
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