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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Is your business prepared for a potential data breach? Varnum Data Privacy partner John Rolecki shares tips on creating an Incident Response Plan (IRP) to minimize damage and improve recovery time. Swipe or click the link below to learn more. https://lnkd.in/g8cDp3Vj

Varnum is pleased to welcome Caleb Griscom as Counsel on our Corporate Practice Team in Birmingham. Caleb brings a background in M&A and private equity, with a strong track record advising on mergers, equity and asset purchases, sale-leasebacks, and cross-border transactions. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gxSAXemW

The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved final instructions for the state's new renewable energy siting law, which becomes effective November 29, 2024. In this advisory, Varnum renewable energy attorneys Seth Arthur, Dave Caldon, and Katie Sochacki Duckworth outline key takeaways, including the narrowed definition of “compatible renewable energy ordinances” (CREOs), clarification on payments to local governments, and the new pre-application checklist for developers. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g67dSch6

Corporate partner Christopher George was a featured panelist at a recent ACG Western Michigan signature program focused on M&A transactions. He offered insights on risk mitigation, strategies to overcome potential pitfalls and best practices for successful deals.

Varnum partner Greg Wright outlines due diligence best practices for parties involved in advanced mobility financings and transactions. Read the full advisory to gain perspective on the critical components necessary to create favorable transactions. https://lnkd.in/gDv6AvQb

Varnum trial attorney John Allen has been re-appointed to the State Bar of Michigan's Professionalism and Civility Committee. The Committee serves as a resource for lawyers, judges and those involved in the administration of justice to help promote the highest standards of personal conduct. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gMrPKagQ

Varnum's Matthew Bower, Mallory Field and Matthew Shina represented Electric Outdoors, a sustainable glamping innovator, in the $1.3 million initial closing of its $3 million seed round. Read more about the capital raise and how Varnum's startup-focused MiSpringboard program has helped to position Electric Outdoors for long-term success: https://lnkd.in/gx24X4si

We are proud to announce the launch of 1Elevate, Varnum's diversity fellowship designed specifically for first-year law students that uniquely offers a pathway to full-time, post-graduation employment with the firm. 1Elevate seeks to recruit talented individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds, as well as allies committed to advancing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. Learn more about the fellowship here: https://lnkd.in/gt4Me492

Compliance deadlines under the SECURE 2.0 Act, which impact plan amendments, catch-up contributions and cash-out thresholds, have been extended, providing additional time for businesses and plan sponsors to meet key requirements. Varnum attorney John Arendshorst and paralegal Kristy De Vos explain what employers need to know in our latest advisory. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gC2HzHZ2

Varnum has attained Mansfield Rule Certification for the third consecutive year. This recognition highlights our commitment to promoting diversity at all levels of the firm. We are proud to be one of over 365 Mansfield-certified firms nationwide. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dxMGnNmn Diversity Lab #MansfieldRule #DiversityLab #MansfieldCertified