A Long View on Short Selling: Considerations for Public Companies Responding to Short Attacks

Short selling and activist campaigns can place public companies under heightened scrutiny and require companies to respond thoughtfully and strategically. This session will examine the considerations that public companies should keep in mind when faced with a short attack, from assessing the allegations and determining an appropriate response to navigating disclosure, communications, governance, and investor relations considerations.

Topics will include:

• Key considerations when responding to short seller activity
• Disclosure, governance, and communications considerations
• Evaluating allegations and determining an appropriate response
• Practical strategies for preparing for and managing short attacks

CLE Credit: CLE credit in CA, FL, IL, LA, NY*, OH, PA, TX, and VA is currently pending approval. Credit in CT and NJ is pending approval (via reciprocity). CLE credit is not available for the viewing of recorded sessions.

*This program qualifies for Newly Admitted Attorneys.

Those seeking CLE credit in any other state may be provided with a General Certificate of Attendance and may apply independently.

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