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CFIUS’s active enforcement signals continued, enhanced scrutiny of foreign investment in U.S. businesses, as well as the need for parties to agreements with CFIUS to ensure they are in compliance. In this alert, attorneys Ama Adams, Brendan Hanifin, Emerson Siegle and Kurt Fowler review CFIUS’s enforcement authority and recent enforcement actions, and offer key takeaways. #CFIUS #enforcement #foreigninvestment

Congratulations to our life sciences licensing partner Amanda Austin on being recognized by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly as a Go To Lawyer in Health Care and Life Sciences. Amanda’s work with HUTCHMED (China) Limited and Pfizer is highlighted in the profile. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dU6E6dP3

How can academic medical centers, health systems and research institutions mitigate U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulatory and enforcement risks? In the American Health Law Association’s Journal of Health and Life Sciences Law, our attorneys Beth Weinman, Sarah Blankstein, David Peloquin and Steve Sencer discuss the scope of #FDA jurisdiction and the enforcement process, relevant regulatory requirements, and best practices for developing a compliance program to mitigate potential regulatory litigation and enforcement risk. https://lnkd.in/eeePYykK #LifeSciences #HealthCare #FDA #Research

The impact of digital assets on the global economy is profound. In this Lexology chapter, our attorneys Helen Gugel, Melissa Bender, Adam Rahman and Luke Colle explore the current regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States. #digitalassets #virtualcurrency https://lnkd.in/ecV99Z6K

We’re proud that Chambers and Partners Latin America has ranked Ropes & Gray highly for our work handling corporate crime and investigations matters in its 2025 guide. Thank you to our clients for highlighting to Chambers that we have "a strong anti-corruption team which is able to handle complex matters confidently.” https://lnkd.in/gKKJqx8X #anticorruption #internationalrisk #enforcement

Congratulations to CIVC Partners and YA Group on receiving a majority investment from THL Partners. We are proud to have advised CIVC and YA on this deal. The Ropes & Gray team includes Matthew Richards, Lyndsey Greenfield, Brandon Dunn, Aaron Harsh, Erica Han, Matt Jones and Megan Bisk. #PrivateEquity #investment

In an Accountability in Research article, our attorneys Minal Caron, Carolyn Lye, MD, JD and Mark Barnes, together with Dr. Barbara Bierer of Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital, describe the institutional challenges of handling PubPeer comments within the existing #regulatory framework for reviewing allegations of #research misconduct, and propose avenues for change. #ScientificResearch 

We are proud to have advised Audax Private Equity on three recent transactions in the healthcare and life sciences industries. Congratulations to Audax Private Equity and our team members who led these deals: Ken Chow, Minh-Chau Le, Adam Leamon, Peter Alpert, Gregory Bauer, Megan Bisk, C. Thomas Brown, Pamela Glazier, Michael Lampert, Samer Musallam, Josh Oyster, Scott Pinarchick, Jennifer Rikoski Whitney, Emily Karlberg (Lieberman), Thomas Spera, Peter Wang, Graham F. and Elizabeth Johnson. Read more about each: – Chartis announces majority investment from Blackstone: https://bit.ly/3YV6IMK – Audax Private Equity to acquire Avantor's clinical services business: https://bit.ly/4g7VlaG – OneOncology to acquire United Urology Group: https://bit.ly/470QovS #privateequity #healthcare #lifesciences

Congratulations to our tax partner Benjamin Rogers and IP transactions counsel Emily Karlberg (Lieberman) on being recognized by The American Lawyer California Legal Awards. Ben is being honored with the Lawyers on the Fast Track award, which recognizes exceptional attorneys under the age of 40. Emily is receiving the Women Leaders in Tech Law award, which honors go-to lawyers for big tech companies and up-and-coming startups. Read more: https://bit.ly/3SWmkMg #legalexcellence #technology #intellectualproperty #tax

Thank you to The American Lawyer for naming us a finalist in five Industry Award categories, including: Law Firm of the Year Corporate Practices of the Year – Specialty – Pharma and Health Care Managing Partner of the Year – Julie Jones Best Professional Development Initiative Corporate Culture & Wellbeing We’re proud to be recognized for our excellence, innovation, and the difference we make for our clients and our people.