Public companies seeking expertise in corporate governance turn to Latham & Watkins for advice on SEC reporting, disclosure obligations, ESG issues and stock exchange compliance. In New York, Jenna Cooper leads the team and is noted for her work on securities and corporate governance, assisting with compliance with the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Corporate Governance Rules. Corporate specialist Keith Halverstam is a leading lawyer for corporate governance matters and SEC investigations and issues. Over in Washington DC, Joel H. Trotter stands out for his work on US securities law and corporate transactions, while Julia A. Thompson leads the DC team focusing on company representation and securities regulation.
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Testimonials
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‘Very broad coverage with market knowledge and expertise across the landascpe.’
‘Top-notch talent in the Washington D.C. firm sitting near the lawmakers and with an ear to the ground for policy setting. The Latham & Watkins team is easy to communicate with. Focused on practical guidance with the utmost sensitivity to public company issues. Recent use of AI tools is promising. Glad to see they are leaning in.’
‘The quality of the work and the ease in which they deliver stand out. Many other firms I work with are not as crisp and confident in their guidance.’
Key clients
- Match Group
- Takeda Pharma
- Ton
- Alkami
- American Airlines
- Atea Pharmaceuticals
- Sampling of Bank Clients
- CoStar
- Core Natural Resources
- CyberArk & Other FPIs
- Edgewell
- Ericsson AB
Work highlights
Represented American Airlines Group Inc., on all aspects of US corporate governance and SEC compliance.
Advised Fubo on completed business combination with Disney’s Hulu + Live TV, successfully managing all elements of corporate governance and compliance.
Advised Edgewell Personal Care Company on all in all aspects of its corporate governance and SEC compliance, policies and procedures, securities trading compliance and reporting.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jenna Cooper; Julia A. Thompson
Other key lawyers
Keith Halverstam; Joel H. Trotter