Understanding Legal Trends in the Private Equity and Venture Capital Market, 2012 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Navigating the Current Economy, Managing ... Changing SEC Regulations (Inside the Minds)

Understanding Legal Trends in the Private Equity and Venture Capital Market provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on recent developments in private equity and venture capital. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through the intricacies of private equity and venture capital transactions in the current economic climate. From the implications of the Dodd-Frank Act to increased SEC enforcement, these leaders discuss changes in the legal environment and how lawyers can best keep their clients up-to-date. These top lawyers also examine secondary markets, key clauses in purchase agreements, and other issues affecting private equity and venture capital clients and attorneys. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this dynamic field.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities.

Chapters Include:

1. Thomas M. Devaney and Paul "Chip" Lion, Partners, Morrison & Foerster LLP - "Secondary Markets for Restricted Securities in Private Companies"
2. Jaron Brown, Partner, King & Spalding LLP - "New Developments in the Private Equity and Venture Capital Market"
3. Mark I. Gruhin, Co-Managing Partner, Washington Office, Saul Ewing LLP - "Evaluating Deals in a Changing and Challenging Private Equity and Venture Capital Marketplace"
4. Mark P. Fickes and Noah Hagey, Partners, Braun Hagey & Borden LLP - "Looking Behind the Curtain: How to Respond to the New Era of SEC Enforcement Activity"

Appendix: Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Inc. v. Huntsman Corp