Robert W. Cook, Partner, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Securities Exchange Act Rule 15a-6 on 11/17/08
New York, NY, July 24, 2008 --(PR.com)-- The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Robert W. Cook, Partner of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Securities Exchange Act Rule 15a-6”. This event is scheduled for November 17, 2008, Monday, from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. (For further details of the event and an updated list of panelists, please visit: http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2008_15a-6.html)
Rule 15a-6 was adopted in 1989 to grant foreign banker dealers exemption from registration for certain securities activities within the U.S. Recently, amendments have been proposed to make it more synchronized with the modern times since business entities are now using modern technology in its operations. These companies should watch closely what items are covered by these amendments in preparation for compliance with the new guidelines.
Hear fresh updates from experts as The Knowledge Congress produces as two-hour teleconference and webinar that will discuss the changes made and its impact on your business.
About Robert W. Cook
Robert W. Cook is a partner based in the Washington, D.C. office.
Mr. Cook's practice focuses on securities regulatory and transactional matters. He has extensive experience in broker-dealer regulation, margin, sales and trading activities, as well as derivative and structured products for U.S. and foreign broker dealers, banks, investment advisers and trade associations.
Mr. Cook joined the firm in 1992 and became a partner in 2001. He received a J.D. degree, cum laude, from Harvard Law School in 1992, an M.Sc. degree from the London School of Economics in 1989 and an undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, from Harvard College in 1988.
Mr. Cook is a member of the Bar of the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
About Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a leading international law firm, with 12 closely integrated offices located in major financial centers around the world. For more than 60 years, the firm has been preeminent in shaping the globalization of the legal profession. Their worldwide practice has a proven track record for innovation and providing work of the highest quality to meet the domestic and international needs of their clients. In recognition of the firm's strong global practice, its effectiveness in dealing with the different business cultures of the countries in which it operates, and its success in multiple jurisdictions, Cleary Gottlieb received Chambers & Partners' inaugural International Law Firm of the Year award.
For more information about Robert W. Cook and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, please visit: http://www.cgsh.com.
About The Knowledge Congress
The Knowledge Congress is an organization that produces teleconferences that examine regulatory changes across a variety of industries. “We bring together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour teleconferences to study the impact of changing regulations.” To contact or to register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org.
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Rule 15a-6 was adopted in 1989 to grant foreign banker dealers exemption from registration for certain securities activities within the U.S. Recently, amendments have been proposed to make it more synchronized with the modern times since business entities are now using modern technology in its operations. These companies should watch closely what items are covered by these amendments in preparation for compliance with the new guidelines.
Hear fresh updates from experts as The Knowledge Congress produces as two-hour teleconference and webinar that will discuss the changes made and its impact on your business.
About Robert W. Cook
Robert W. Cook is a partner based in the Washington, D.C. office.
Mr. Cook's practice focuses on securities regulatory and transactional matters. He has extensive experience in broker-dealer regulation, margin, sales and trading activities, as well as derivative and structured products for U.S. and foreign broker dealers, banks, investment advisers and trade associations.
Mr. Cook joined the firm in 1992 and became a partner in 2001. He received a J.D. degree, cum laude, from Harvard Law School in 1992, an M.Sc. degree from the London School of Economics in 1989 and an undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, from Harvard College in 1988.
Mr. Cook is a member of the Bar of the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
About Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a leading international law firm, with 12 closely integrated offices located in major financial centers around the world. For more than 60 years, the firm has been preeminent in shaping the globalization of the legal profession. Their worldwide practice has a proven track record for innovation and providing work of the highest quality to meet the domestic and international needs of their clients. In recognition of the firm's strong global practice, its effectiveness in dealing with the different business cultures of the countries in which it operates, and its success in multiple jurisdictions, Cleary Gottlieb received Chambers & Partners' inaugural International Law Firm of the Year award.
For more information about Robert W. Cook and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, please visit: http://www.cgsh.com.
About The Knowledge Congress
The Knowledge Congress is an organization that produces teleconferences that examine regulatory changes across a variety of industries. “We bring together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour teleconferences to study the impact of changing regulations.” To contact or to register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org.
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