Roland S. Chase
Dentons
Articles
SEC eliminates ban against general solicitation under Rules 506 and 144A
USA - July 17 2013 The US Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") has adopted final rules implementing Section 201(a) of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the…
The JOBS Act: an update
USA - July 9 2013 Some of the initiatives under the JOBS Act have been suggested by market participants for many years in light of the significant changes to the…
Social media at the crossroads of securities law: a cautionary note
USA - December 13 2012 While social media has emerged as a powerful tool to connect with customers and shareholders, executives of publicly-traded companies should proceed with caution when communicating information about their company or its securities electronically, including through the use of social media.
SEC proposes roadmap for advertising in securities offerings
USA - September 10 2012 The US Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") has proposed rules eliminating the prohibition against general solicitation and general advertising in securities offerings exempt from SEC registration requirements under Rules 506 and 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 (the "Securities Act").
JOBS Act becomes law
USA - April 12 2012 On April 5, President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (or JOBS Act) into law, intending to facilitate initial public offerings (IPOs) and expand opportunities for raising private capital.
