White & Case LLP centers its New York-based practice on advising public companies on SEC, NYSE and NASDAQ compliance as well as other corporate governance issues. The team also assists with recommendations of proxy advisors and works with proxy solicitors and compensation consultants to fully assist with compensation policies and disclosures. Maia Gez is the key name to note, she is an expert in corporate governance and securities regulations. She excels in handling SEC regulatory matters such as fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, SEC reporting and disclosure requirements. She works alongside Scott Levi, who advises public companies on day-to-day governance issues, SEC reporting, compensation disclosure and compliance with federal securities laws.
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‘The public company advisory group at White & Case is exceptionally dynamic, personable, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable - a rare combination. What sets them apart to me is their ability to collaborate seamlessly across a team of advisors for a client - their expertise and client management positions everyone involved in the project for success.’
‘Maia Gez has never failed to impress our clients with her expertise, innovative thinking and practical solutions. Her ability to build trust and anticipate client needs is second to none. When it comes to setting up governance structures or advising on SEC matters, she is our go-to expert in the legal field.’
‘This team is very strong in providing solutions to global corporations which operate across several jurisdictions.’
‘I have worked with partner Maia Gez who is very knowledgeable, extremely devoted to her clients and understands their needs both from the legal and the business angles.’
‘Maia Gez and her team have not only exceptional technical legal expertise and experience but also a keen understanding of the business considerations which affect our decision-making. This has proven invaluable time and time again. The level of client care is top-notch and sets this team apart. It is always a pleasure to work with her. ’
‘To put it simply, Maia Gez is my favorite US lawyer to work with. She is technically exceptional and is a master of quickly aiding our needs in a given matter - even when they go beyond corporate governance - and assembling a first-rate team to assist us. She has skillfully guided us through some very challenging issues.’
Key clients
- Alta Equipment Group, Inc. (Alta)
- Arch Capital Group Ltd.
- Critical Metals Corp.
- Dyadic International, Inc.
- Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. (Ethan Allen)
- Falcon's Beyond
- Gambling.com
- Gogo Inc.
- Grupo Aeromexico S.A.B. de C.V.
- JBS N.V.
- Jefferies Financial Group Inc.
- Joint Stock Company Kaspi.kz
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Other key lawyers
Maia Gez; Scott Levi