The SEC spent last Wednesday considering a new way into private markets. Meanwhile, its lawyers are in two federal courts defending the barrier that keeps most people ou…
By Lisa Morris I have the privilege of being a member of Berkana, a global group of women in family offices. I truly value the international perspective on investment…
If you're a founder weighing where to incorporate, an investor who values a particular set of governance rights, or a company that has spent real money mailing documents…
By Lisa Morris Last week, Dallas solidified its standing as a major gravitational center for private capital. From Marcus Evans to the Jaboy Productions ELITE Private…
Here are five reasons why it’s time to modernize the Accredited Investor Rule—and why it should matter to every American. By Mark Hiraide, Senior Legal Director & P…
A Second Circuit decision earlier this year showed the classic recipe is still on the menu—and then the SEC quietly pulled one dish off it rather than explain the ingred…
By Lisa Morris Family offices have a unique opportunity to act as the "Superman" of philanthropy when it comes to speed in providing help across the world. There are ma…
He reached his own conclusion by watching what happened to the clients he helped By Nick Morgan, Founder and President, ICAN Law Somewhere on a law school campus thi…
By Lisa Morris The world is mourning the loss of Dolly Parton. She was a legendary artist, businesswoman and philanthropist. But perhaps the most remarkable thing about…
What Happens When the Government Walks Away Mid-Argument By Nick Morgan Founder and President, ICAN Law Last week we wrote about clarity—what it is worth, and how ra…
By Lisa Morris As the Managing Director of a single-family office, I attend numerous family office conferences and belong to several family office networks. The same…
Preemption, Blue-Sky Laws, and the Fight Over Who Regulates Digital Assets By Mark Hiraide, Senior Legal Director & Policy Counsel at Investor Choice Advocates Ne…
What the Policy Debate Is Missing By Nick MorganFounder and President, ICAN Law If you've followed SEC reform for any length of time, you already know the accredited…
How Barry v. SEC could provide the legal certainty needed to foster innovation, accelerate capital formation, and ensure that all Americans have equal access to portfoli…