Investment Services Shareholder David Baum will participate in a panel discussion during the Ultimus Directors Forum on October 22 in New York. Learn more: bit.ly/4emSVWe

Intellectual Property Shareholder Brent Yamashita will offer his insights during a panel at the PLI program, “Patent Law Institute 2026: Critical Issues & Best Practices New York.” Learn more: bit.ly/3UEkBze

For the first time, the SEC is proposing to let certain registered funds charge performance fees on both realized and unrealized gains. The proposed amendments to Advisers Act Rule 205-3 would apply to mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds and BDCs: bit.ly/4dIbwMk

What’s changing for California employers in 2027? Our California Employment Laws & Recent Developments Webinar on October 28 will break down several significant developments and what employers should be watching for as they prepare for the year ahead: bit.ly/4jody7H

Global Transportation Finance Shareholder Eddie Gross is set to speak at the Equipment Leasing Finance Association’s (ELFA) Annual Convention on October 26. Learn more: bit.ly/4ywuz3C

Last month, the SEC proposed significant rulemaking that would modernize the regulatory framework governing interval funds and expand the ability of closed-end funds to issue multiple share classes. Learn more: bit.ly/4zLRF7y

Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Shareholder Susan Niver will present during the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans’ Annual Conference on October 26. Learn more: bit.ly/4hSkV6q

In recognition of Pro Bono Awareness Month, Vedder Shareholder Arianna Goodman sat down with Chris Young for a thoughtful fireside chat on the legal and systemic challenges surrounding criminal justice reform, inspired by his memoir. Thank you to everyone who joined us.

Vedder is proud to share that several attorneys and practice groups have been ranked in the 2027 Chambers UK guide! Learn more: bit.ly/4dIDwiO

Vedder Shareholder Fernando Tamayo was invited to speak as a panelist at the 2026 Annual Conference of the International Bar Association (IBA) in Copenhagen. Learn more: bit.ly/4B8xAK2

If FDA reviewed your highest-volume compounded prescriptions tomorrow, what would your Prescribing Architecture reveal? FDA has now raised that question in writing. Learn more in Vedder Shareholder Melissa Gilmore's latest article: bit.ly/3TA3zly

Last week, Vedder proudly sponsored and attended Legal Aid Chicago's annual event, Justice is Served. The event brought together legal professionals to make new connections, explore Chicago history and celebrate equal justice.

On October 9, the SEC proposed amendments to Rule 17a-7 that would modernize and expand the cross-trading exemption, restoring the ability of registered investment companies to cross-trade most fixed-income securities with affiliates. Learn more: bit.ly/4AZvBaV

Global Transportation Finance Shareholder David Hernandez is set to speak at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Tax, Regulatory & Risk Management Conference in Las Vegas on October 18. Learn more: bit.ly/3TOa0l2

Vedder is proud to share that Litigation Associate Jeffrey Leavitt has been named as a Miami-Dade Bar 2026 Circle of Excellence Award Honoree. Learn more: bit.ly/4hWHxBE

Vedder proudly served as legal advisor to Byline Bancorp, Inc. on its acquisition of Illinois State Bancorp, Inc. The cash and stock transaction is valued at approximately $87.9 million. Learn more: bit.ly/4s2XJ92

Global Transportation Finance Shareholder Hoyoon Nam will serve as a panel moderator at the 5th Annual Capital Link Japan Maritime Forum on October 16. Learn more: bit.ly/474DttT

Vedder Shareholder Brooke Conner and Associate Jaime Rosenberg will participate in PLI’s “Pocket MBA 2026: Finance for Lawyers and Other Professionals” October 6-7. Brooke will serve as co-chair and speaker, and Jaime as a presenter. Learn more: bit.ly/4rFq2Kd

Vedder Shareholder Arianna Goodman and Associate Katherine Devlin break down their takeaways from the American Health Law Association (AHLA)'s annual Fraud and Compliance Forum in their latest article: bit.ly/4z9PMRK

On October 6, Vedder Shareholder S. Preston Ricardo will cover how best to navigate the increasing legal and regulatory pressures on non-competes and related restrictive covenants as part of WIPR Trade Secrets East 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/4iVhXiu