Important Announcement
We are pleased to share that as of August 1, 2025, Braeden Anderson, the founder of Anderson P.C., has joined Gesmer Updegrove LLP as a Partner. Work currently performed by Anderson P.C. will be transitioning to Gesmer. This website will remain active as a curated archive for legal insights.
Gesmer Updegrove LLP, founded in 1986, is a nationally recognized law firm with a premier reputation for representing high-growth companies, innovative technology pioneers, and venture-backed startups. Together, we are enhancing our ability to provide comprehensive, end-to-end legal support to entrepreneurs, founders, investors, and scaling businesses across every stage of the corporate lifecycle. From formation, fundraising, and IP strategy to tax planning, M&A, securities compliance, enforcement defense, and strategic exits, our combined strengths now span the full spectrum of business law.
Thank you for following and supporting us on this journey. To learn more or to connect with Braeden or a member of the Gesmer team, please visit: www.gesmer.com or e-mail him at braeden.anderson@gesmer.com
Regulatory Update and Recent SEC Actions – October 2024
October 2024 has seen the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continue its aggressive enforcement actions and regulatory updates, targeting a wide range of issues from improper record-keeping to non-compliance with new marketing rules. This month also saw key personnel changes within the SEC, the disbandment of the Climate and ESG Task Force, and the adoption of rules affecting venture capital funds and registered investment companies. Below are the highlights of recent SEC actions and regulatory developments.