NGP Energy Capital Management is raising $2.5 billion for its new fund targeting oil-and-gas investments, as capital flows back to proven energy managers. Industry experts suggest that war-driven disruptions to energy markets are reinforcing the investment thesis around domestic energy infrastructure, with investors favoring disciplined approaches over strategies dependent on commodity price fluctuations.

Welcome to the latest edition of the Financial Services Review: State of the States. This newsletter is designed to provide you with a periodic resource to stay abreast of state regulatory and enforcement activities in the financial services space.

On February 10, 2026, FINRA filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) proposed amendments to FINRA Rule 2210, Communications with the Public, which would allow broker-dealer members to include hypothetical performance projections and targeted returns for securities in communications with investors—which is currently generally prohibited.

In this episode of The Upper Brand, hosts Rich Assmus and Kristine Young are joined by James Ferguson and Ana Leticia Allevato to discuss how IP licenses, distribution deals, and collaboration agreements can be recharacterized as franchise relationships under U.S. and Brazilian law.

The Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has issued Ordinance No. 136/2026, establishing the guidelines for the first Capacity Reserve Auctions (LRCAP)...

Die Reform des europäischen Verbriefungsmarktes enthält richtige Ansätze, doch die erwartbaren Änderungen an den Verordnungen sind zu zaghaft. Mit dem Eintritt in das Trilog-Verfahren zwischen Kommission, Rat und Europäischem Parlament erreicht die Reform des europäischen Verbriefungsrechts ihre entscheidende Phase.

Private capital markets are evolving rapidly as businesses seek alternative financing beyond traditional bank lending. Mark Evans of Mayer Brown discusses how private credit providers, hybrid capital structures...

We are delighted to share with you our latest “Leadership in the Law” discussion with Kevin O’Connor, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Lockheed Martin...

Join General Counsel Da-Wai Hu of Chewy as he reflects on his career journey from Big Law to Amazon to leading a fast-paced startup's legal team. Discover his leadership philosophy on fostering open dialogue across hierarchies and his commitment to coaching and mentoring colleagues throughout their professional growth.

The Houston-based lawyer recently represented Mesabi Metallics in two major financing deals worth $670 million, to complete a plant that can produce direct-reduction-grade iron ore pellets — a growing segment of US steel production. She also led Mitsubishi’s $600 million stake in in Hudbay’s Copper World project. Here, Connors shares her thoughts on government investment in mining, permitting changes, and doing deal work from Texas.

Mayer Brown has published a new edition of Licensing Link, a periodic publication that will keep you informed on hot topics and new developments in state licensing laws...

Dr. Heidi Gardner, best-selling author and business advisor, explores how intentional collaboration creates competitive advantages in the legal industry. Drawing from extensive research, she examines why complex client challenges demand cross-disciplinary teamwork and reveals the performance benefits of strong internal networks. The discussion includes practical strategies for effective collaboration and insights on how collaborative cultures can drive successful AI adoption.

President Trump's August 2026 memorandum authorizes foreign shipbuilders to construct critical naval vessels under the "Finland Model," requiring them to establish US facilities and train American workers. The directive aims to expand domestic shipbuilding capacity while addressing immediate fleet readiness needs through strategic partnerships with allied nations. This policy shift could fundamentally reshape Navy acquisition programs and the competitive landscape for defense contractors.