Webinar: Recent Trends in the Enforcement of Exclusive Forum Provisions

Many public and private companies have recently adopted exclusive-forum bylaws that designate a specific jurisdiction as the exclusive forum where lawsuits relating to certain intra-company disputes can be brought.  Join us as a panel of experienced practitioners—with both litigation and corporate backgrounds—discuss recent trends in this area: when are exclusive-forum provisions enforceable?  What types of companies have adopted them, and under what circumstances?  What should companies that are considering adopting these provisions be aware of?

Presented on behalf of the Securities Law Section.

About the Presenters

Jeff, Amy, and Andy are part of Faegre Drinker’s public company practice, and they have experience representing public companies and their officers and directors in corporate transactions and litigation, including with regard to exclusive forum provisions.

Jeff Justman, Partner, Faegre Drinker
Jeff Justman is a legal strategist and advocate who represents clients in shareholder and securities litigation, appellate matters, and class actions in state and federal courts across the country. Jeff also manages an active pro bono practice, with a particular emphasis on protecting the right to vote and to participate in the political process. Jeff’s excellence in these areas has been recognized by his peers and clients: Minnesota Lawyer has recognized Jeff as a “Super Lawyer” in securities and corporate finance litigation, and Chambers USA has ranked Jeff as one of a dozen recognized industry leaders in appellate litigation in Minnesota.

Amy Seidel, Partner, Faegre Drinker
Amy Seidel advises public companies on SEC reporting requirements, stock exchange listing standards, executive compensation issues, disclosure issues and general corporate governance matters. She also has experience in many areas of corporate representation, including public and private securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate counseling.

Andy Van Houter, Associate, Faegre Drinker
Andrew Van Houter is a trial attorney who represents clients in the financial services industry, as well as businesses engaged in complex litigation and partnership disputes. Andy has first-chaired valuation and stock-option trials; been on the trial teams of large partnership disputes, mass arbitrations and FINRA arbitrations; and has argued in appellate courts. He has extensive experience in New York’s state and federal courts, and often litigates corporate disputes in the Delaware Court of Chancery. Andy is also a trusted advisor, helping clients avoid the costs of trial by negotiating million-dollar settlements and plea deals. Due to his track-record, clients often come to Andy to efficiently and effectively handle smaller matters that need a seasoned litigator and trial counsel.

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