United States: Corporate/Commercial Law

At Walkup Law, community involvement includes helping shape the future of the legal profession. Shareholder Khaldoun Baghdadi is actively involved with Just The Beginning – A Pipeline Organization(JTB), a nonprofit dedicated to introducing students to legal careers through mentorship, education, and hands-on learning opportunities.

The Texas Business Court's July 2026 decision in Jeremiah Counsel Corporation v. Ben Young examines how courts navigate the tension between church autonomy principles and statutory corporate governance requirements when religious organizations incorporate under Texas law. This case explores whether Second Baptist Church of Houston properly amended its governing documents to eliminate member voting rights and what remedies, if any, are available to dissenting members under the Texas Business Organizations Co

Tax-exempt nonprofit organizations face complex rules governing their political and public policy activities, but these restrictions are often narrower than commonly believed. Understanding the distinction between permissible education and advocacy versus prohibited campaign intervention is crucial for nonprofits seeking to participate in public discourse while maintaining their tax-exempt status.

Attorney David C. Tingstad explores the critical concept of disclosure in mergers and acquisitions transactions, examining what information must be revealed during deal negotiations. This webinar provides practical insights into disclosure obligations and best practices that can significantly impact the success of M&A transactions.

Valuation is no longer just an accounting exercise for private equity firms. It is now central to portfolio management, investor relations, fund governance, audit readiness, fundraising credibility, and transaction execution.

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping M&A workflows, moving beyond simple productivity gains to become integral infrastructure for deal execution. As AI platforms handle document review, contract comparison, and risk synthesis, the legal profession faces critical questions about verification protocols, talent development, and the evolving balance between automation and professional judgment. The transformation promises faster transactions and new economic models, but success depends on firms th

The OCC and FDIC have proposed targeted revisions to Community Reinvestment Act regulations, retaining the 1995 framework while significantly raising asset thresholds and refining lending tests. The proposal would reduce regulatory burden for community and regional banks while reinforcing a branch-based interpretation of CRA requirements.

The U.S. Department of State has established a Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force to combat the misuse of nonimmigrant visas by individuals traveling to the United States primarily to give birth and secure U.S. citizenship for their children. This initiative has already resulted in over 600 visa revocations worldwide and signals heightened government coordination in identifying birth tourism networks and holding travelers accountable. The task force works across federal agencies to analyze travel patterns,

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued proposed regulations implementing the GENIUS Act, establishing a comprehensive framework for payment stablecoin issuance and transactions in the United States. What obligations will issuers and digital asset service providers face under these new rules, and how will the extraterritorial provisions affect foreign entities engaging with U.S. persons?

CF Private Equity President and CEO Mark Hoeing discusses how persistence of returns, disciplined manager selection, and rigorous diligence define success in today's private markets. He shares insights on continuation vehicles, the power law dynamics driving venture capital returns, and identifies founder-owned businesses and AI infrastructure as key sources of future growth.

In this episode of Private Market Talks, CF Private Equity President and CEO Mark Hoeing joins partner Howard Beber to explain how persistence of returns, disciplined manager selection, and rigorous diligence define success in today's market.

Aurelia Edwards, co-founder and general partner of Edin Capital, discusses her transition from startup founder to venture capital fund manager and explains why not every startup should pursue unicorn status. She shares insights on supporting founders with investment strategies that align with their actual business goals rather than forcing them into a Silicon Valley mold, while emphasizing the importance of understanding regional markets and generating both financial returns and community impact.