Navigating Dobbs: Guidance for Companies

In light of the US Supreme Court’s recent decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning the decisions in Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania v. Casey, Lex Mundi member firm Jenner & Block has issued an alert discussing risks and providing guidance on how companies can proactively respond to the changing legal landscape. The paper covers:

  1. Risks for which Companies Should Prepare
    • Subpoenas or Civil Investigations from State Attorneys General or Civil Litigants
    • Aiding and Abetting Liability
    • Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO)
    • Political Retaliation
    • Employee and Shareholder Expectations
  1. Proactive Steps Companies Can Take
    • Steps to Protect Employees
    • Steps To Protect Privacy of Consumers
  1. Part II of the alert discusses the status of laws in states across the US and variations among bans.

News on Purpose

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  • Landmark UN Resolution on the Social Economy Passes with the Help of the Lex Mundi Pro Bono Foundation and its Collaborators
  • Congratulations to Alfredo Silva, an Incredible Lex Mundi Member Lawyer and Champion
  • Afghan Musicians Find a New Home Thanks to Lex Mundi Member Law Firms
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  • 2023 Lex Mundi Pro Bono Foundation Awardees
  • Ensuring No Woman Delivers in the Dark
  • Lex Mundi Recognized at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting
  • Unleashing the Full Potential of Scientists Worldwide
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Awards Honor 5 Lex Mundi Member Law Firms for Providing Critical Pro Bono Legal Services and Support to Social Impact Organizations

The 14th Annual Lex Mundi Pro Bono Foundation Awards were announced during the 2023 Lex Mundi Connect + Collaborate Annual Conference in San Francisco on Thursday, May 4, 20023. These awards honor Lex Mundi member law firms that provide critical pro bono legal services – helping to strengthen the global rule of law, support the global social entrepreneurship movement, and improve lives, the environment, and communities around the world.

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Guidance on Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts in Syria

This guidance responds to specific questions OFAC received related to earthquake relief efforts in Syria and explains how to provide legitimate humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people in compliance with U.S. sanctions.

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  • 2022 in Review: Climbing Mountains and Breaking Records
  • New Blue: An Incubator for Reform-Minded Officers Reflects on Tyre Nichols
  • Mercy Corps: A Vision for Resilience in the Caribbean
  • Felix Organization: Adoptees Darryl “DMC” McDaniels and Sheila Jaffe Give Back
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Lex Mundi Wins Prestigious Catalyst Business Commitment Badge at the World Economic Forum

Lex Mundi has been awarded a Catalyst Business Commitment badge at this year’s World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, following the work of the Lex Mundi Pro Bono Foundation to support social enterprise.

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