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CBP Issues Guidance on IEEPA Duty Refunds via New CAPE Process: What Importers Must Do Before April 20
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news:
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CBP Issues Guidance on IEEPA Duty Refunds via New CAPE Process: What Importers Must Do Before April 20
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued operational guidance for obtaining refunds of duties paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), implementing a new electronic process through the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Secure Data Portal (ACE Portal).
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CHICAGO, Illinois, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news:
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CBP Issues Guidance on IEEPA Duty Refunds via New CAPE Process: What Importers Must Do Before April 20
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued operational guidance for obtaining refunds of duties paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), implementing a new electronic process through the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Secure Data Portal (ACE Portal).Beginning April 20, 2026, CAPE will be the exclusive mechanism for submitting IEEPA refund claims for entries that include at least one dutiable IEEPA Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) Chapter 99 code. CBP has also launched an IEEPA tariff refund website that provides additional resources, including how to apply for an ACE Portal importer account and enroll in Automated Clearing House (ACH) refunds, as well as the mechanics of filing for refunds using the CAPE tool in the ACE Portal.
Threshold Requirements for Refund Eligibility
Before submitting any claim, importers of record (IORs) and customs brokers must ensure:
* ACE Portal access, including an importer sub-account.
* ACH refund enrollment, with current bank account information designated for refunds (separate from payment instructions).
* Authority to file as either the IOR or the broker that filed the entry.
CBP will not issue refunds until these requirements are satisfied, and will hold funds until valid ACH refund information is provided. ACH refund enrollment must be completed in ACE for a refund-specific bank account; having ACH set up only for duty payments is not sufficient.
Scope of Phase 1
Phase 1 of CAPE applies to:
* Unliquidated entries;
* Entries liquidated within 80 days before the CAPE filing date;
* Entries with liquidation status suspended, extended, or under review; and
* Certain warehouse and withdrawal entries (refund issued after liquidation).
In addition, CAPE will not process entries that do not contain IEEPA-related HTSUS Chapter 99 duties.
The following categories of entries are expressly excluded from Phase 1 and may be considered for inclusion in future phases:
* Entries flagged for reconciliation, including Type 09 Reconciliation Summary entries;
* Entries that are the subject of a drawback claim, including Type 47 Drawback entries;
* Entries covered by an open protest;
* Non-ACE entries and entries that do not have a liquidation status in ACE;
* Entries subject to antidumping or countervailing duties for which the Department of Commerce has issued liquidation instructions and that are pending liquidation under 19 U.S.C. SS 1504(d);
* Entries for which liquidation is final or more than 80 days have elapsed since liquidation; and
* Certain additional entry types, including Duty Deferral (Type 08) and Temporary Importation under Bond (Type 23) entries.
CAPE Filings
Refund requests must be submitted by uploading a.csv file (CAPE Declaration) through the CAPE tab in the ACE Portal. CBP provides a CAPE Upload Template (Excel) in the portal; it must be completed and saved as a.csv (comma-delimited) file. Each filing may include up to 9,999 entry numbers, and brokers may submit entries across multiple importers in a single declaration.
The file must include the required header row, contain at least one entry, and be in.csv format (other formats will be rejected). In particular:
* Entry numbers must be 11 alphanumeric characters; a dash is optional, and other special characters are stripped before validation.
* No duplicate entry numbers are permitted within the same CAPE Declaration.
* For importer and organizational broker accounts, the first three characters of the entry number must match the filer code associated with that account.
* Prior to uploading, the filer must check an acknowledgment in ACE confirming legal authority to make the filing; this is required to enable the upload.
Once submitted, CBP validates both the file and the underlying entries. File-level errors (such as incorrect file format or a missing header row) result in rejection of the entire CAPE Declaration and require resubmission of a corrected file, while entry-level errors result in rejection of only the affected entries. Accepted filings are assigned a CAPE claim number and proceed to processing, and filers must submit any corrected or additional entries in a new CAPE Declaration.
CAPE Filing Rules
CBP has imposed several constraints:
* No amendments are permitted after a CAPE Declaration is accepted;
* Additional entries require a new filing (previous submissions cannot be supplemented);
* Duplicate entries are prohibited within a CAPE Declaration and across previously submitted declarations; and
* CAPE filings cannot be submitted via Automated Broker Interface (ABI)/Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and must be made in ACE.
These requirements make upfront data validation critical.
Processing and Liquidation
For validated entries, CBP will remove the IEEPA-related duties under Chapter 99 of the HTSUS, recalculate the entry, and proceed with liquidation or reliquidation as appropriate. Entries that remain suspended or under review will retain that status, with refunds issued upon liquidation. Validated refunds are typically consolidated by recipient and liquidation date rather than paid on an entry-by-entry basis.
Refund Issuance
* Method: All refunds are issued via ACH.
* Recipient: The IOR or a properly designated "notify party" ( e.g., via CBP Form 4811 or ACE designation).
* Timing: Generally 60-90 days from acceptance, subject to CBP review and the entry's liquidation status.
Monitoring Refunds and Rejects
Importers can monitor activity using ACE reports, including:
* REV-603 Trade Refund -issued refunds; and
* REV-613 ACH Rejected Refunds -refunds rejected due to missing ACH refund enrollment or banking issues.
Key Compliance Considerations
* Data accuracy is critical: Errors in formatting or entry numbers will result in rejection and require resubmission.
* Filing strategy matters: Given the inability to amend filings, importers should carefully batch and review entries before submission.
* Coordination is essential: Brokers filing across multiple clients must confirm authority and ensure alignment on refund recipients.
* Monitoring tools are available: ACE reports can be used to track refund status and identify rejected payments.
Notably, CBP has clarified that post summary corrections (PSCs) may not be used to initiate IEEPA refund claims, making CAPE the exclusive mechanism for requesting these refunds for covered entries.
Practical Next Steps
Before the April 20 launch date, importers and customs brokers should:
1. Confirm ACE Portal access and account structure.
2. Ensure ACH refund information is current and properly designated.
3. Compile and validate lists of eligible entries.
4. Establish internal controls for CAPE file preparation and submission.
Conclusion
CAPE establishes a centralized, electronic framework for IEEPA duty refunds that is designed to streamline processing but requires strict adherence to filing and data requirements. Early preparation, particularly with respect to ACE configuration and entry validation, ACH refund enrollment, and confirmation that entries include IEEPA HTSUS Chapter 99 duties, will be essential to securing timely refunds.
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Original text here: https://www.troutman.com/insights/cbp-issues-guidance-on-ieepa-duty-refunds-via-new-cape-process-what-importers-must-do-before-april-20/
Taft Launches New York Office with Energy & Project Finance Team
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Launches New York Office with Energy & Project Finance Team
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Taft, one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, announced today the opening of its office in New York, marking the latest milestone in the firm's long-term strategic plan. Taft's New York office is anchored by the arrival of a new energy, infrastructure, and project finance group led by Brad McCormick, Tim Moran, and Joe Tato, who all joined from Steptoe LLP.
As the world's top financial center and largest legal
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Launches New York Office with Energy & Project Finance Team
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Taft, one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, announced today the opening of its office in New York, marking the latest milestone in the firm's long-term strategic plan. Taft's New York office is anchored by the arrival of a new energy, infrastructure, and project finance group led by Brad McCormick, Tim Moran, and Joe Tato, who all joined from Steptoe LLP.
As the world's top financial center and largest legalmarket, New York represents the fourth major geographic move for Taft in less than 18 months. In 2025, the firm completed a series of strategic mergers that led Taft into new markets across the Mountain West, Florida, and Atlanta, plus an expanded presence in Washington, D.C., as it continues to expand its position as one of the leading national middle-market firms.
The addition of the New York office further strengthens Taft's national platform and adds significant depth to its energy and infrastructure capabilities and its full-service, multi-disciplinary data center and digital infrastructure practice. The group advises clients across the full lifecycle of energy and infrastructure projects, including development, financing, acquisition, and operation of conventional and renewable energy assets. Their substantial practice includes a wide range of technologies, from traditional grid-connected thermal and renewable power projects to behind-the-meter projects and other emerging solutions to increasing energy demand driven by growth in data centers, AI, electrification, and domestic manufacturing.
"New York was the biggest missing piece for Taft as we continue to build a firm that truly serves clients nationwide," said Taft Firmwide Chairman and Managing Partner, Robert J. Hicks. "Brad, Tim, and Joe are recognized leaders in energy and project finance, and their arrival immediately positions us to play a more prominent role in one of the most dynamic sectors of the global economy."
McCormick, Moran, and Tato bring decades of experience advising sponsors, developers, lenders, and investors on large-scale infrastructure and energy transactions across the U.S. and abroad. Their team is known for structuring complex financings, M&A transactions, and restructurings, and guiding clients through the evolving regulatory, sustainability, and capital markets landscape.
The New York office launch also represents the third lateral group to join Taft this year, following the recent arrival of a seven-lawyer team in Colorado Springs and a five-member team in Chicago.
A Novel Approach in New York for Taft: A Strategic Move Without a Merger
Taft's New York office is located at 1155 Avenue of the Americas, and the firm expects to scale its presence to more than 100 lawyers over the next five years, consistent with its size in existing primary markets. Notably, more than 80 of Taft's attorneys are also licensed to practice in New York, and many of the firm's clients are based in or operate with a New York presence.
"We were one of the largest firms in the country without a presence in New York, and this gives us a strong team and foothold from which to build," said Hicks. "New York has been a strategic focus of Taft for several years. We continue to explore merger opportunities, looking for the right cultural, economic, and client fit to help build our New York presence. While we don't normally enter a market other than through a merger, given the significant and mobile pool of legal talent in New York, we felt this was a good way to start our presence there. We have discovered great enthusiasm in New York for our platform, our position in the middle market, and our trajectory as a firm, which is leading to a strong pipeline of laterals. We're very excited about the growth ahead in New York."
By combining strategic lateral hires with targeted geographic mergers, Taft has grown into one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms today with more than 1,250 attorneys across 25 offices and revenues exceeding $1 billion.
About the Team in New York
Bradford McCormick has a comprehensive transactional practice spanning the energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors, including renewable and thermal power generation, nuclear, energy storage, transmission, data centers, water, and advanced manufacturing. He advises sponsors and investors (including private equity), lenders, developers, and corporate clients on complex cross-border and domestic transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, debt and equity financings, public-private partnerships, and large-scale project development.
Timothy Moran represents developers, sponsors, commercial lenders, private equity, and tax equity investors in a variety of financial matters related to renewable energy, thermal energy, power infrastructure, data centers, and midstream oil and gas projects. Tim represents his clients in the structuring of complex financial transactions and in resolving unique legal and commercial challenges. Although he primarily focuses on North American markets, Tim has spent a substantial amount of time working on projects in Eastern and Western Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Joseph Tato represents project sponsors, equity investors, financial institutions and governments in the development and financing of energy and infrastructure projects worldwide. His practice focuses on power, oil and gas, LNG, renewables, water and mining projects across the United States, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Joe also advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and workouts in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He has served as counsel on some of the largest public-private partnership transactions for energy and water projects in the United States and globally. Having served as a director on several public and private corporate boards as well as an advisor to corporate boards in the energy and infrastructure industries, he frequently advises clients on governance matters.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/taft-launches-new-york-office-with-energy-project-finance-team/
Taft Acts as Legal Counsel to Ardlussa Capital in $225 Million Debut Fund Raise
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Acts as Legal Counsel to Ardlussa Capital in $225 Million Debut Fund Raise
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Taft is pleased to have acted as legal counsel to Ardlussa Capital in the closing of its oversubscribed inaugural flagship private equity fund, Ardlussa Opportunities Fund I, at $225 million.
Ardlussa Capital is a Cincinnati-based private equity firm focused on providing equity solutions via secondary and growth capital investments in partnership with operationally oriented and highly aligned emerging
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Taft Acts as Legal Counsel to Ardlussa Capital in $225 Million Debut Fund Raise
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Taft is pleased to have acted as legal counsel to Ardlussa Capital in the closing of its oversubscribed inaugural flagship private equity fund, Ardlussa Opportunities Fund I, at $225 million.
Ardlussa Capital is a Cincinnati-based private equity firm focused on providing equity solutions via secondary and growth capital investments in partnership with operationally oriented and highly aligned emergingmanagers across the lower middle market in North America and Western Europe. Read the release here.
Taft's legal team included Rob McDonald, Maggie Muething, Anna Greve, Zachary Powell, and Anthony Ramicone.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/taft-acts-as-legal-counsel-to-ardlussa-capital-in-225-million-debut-fund-raise/
Partner Suroop Singh Kandola Named a Rising Star of European Finance by Financial News
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Partner Suroop Singh Kandola Named a Rising Star of European Finance by Financial News
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Financial News named Kirkland partner Suroop Singh Kandola to its 2026 list of "Rising Stars of European Finance." Suroop was recognized for leading high-profile financings and private equity transactions, such as Apollo's refinancing of its portfolio company The Restaurant Group and Blackstone's $1.2 billion debt financing to Turkish gaming business Dream Games.
The list honors
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CHICAGO, Illinois, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kirkland and Ellis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Partner Suroop Singh Kandola Named a Rising Star of European Finance by Financial News
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Financial News named Kirkland partner Suroop Singh Kandola to its 2026 list of "Rising Stars of European Finance." Suroop was recognized for leading high-profile financings and private equity transactions, such as Apollo's refinancing of its portfolio company The Restaurant Group and Blackstone's $1.2 billion debt financing to Turkish gaming business Dream Games.
The list honorsthe most talented individuals under 40 working across financial, professional and legal services in Europe, based on their career progression, deal experience, leadership and broader contributions to the industry.
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Original text here: https://www.kirkland.com/news/award/2026/04/rising-stars-of-european-finance
Jeito Capital Hits Record $1.2 Billion Close for Jeito II Fund
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Jeito Capital Hits Record $1.2 Billion Close for Jeito II Fund
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Goodwin advised Jeito Capital on the fundraising of its second fund, Jeito II, exceeding its target at $1.2 billion (above EUR1 billion).
This fundraising is the largest ever achieved by a fully independent European fund dedicated to Biopharma.
The fund was highly attractive to top-tier international investors, reflecting their strong conviction in Jeito's ability to capitalize on the compelling opportunity
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Jeito Capital Hits Record $1.2 Billion Close for Jeito II Fund
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Goodwin advised Jeito Capital on the fundraising of its second fund, Jeito II, exceeding its target at $1.2 billion (above EUR1 billion).
This fundraising is the largest ever achieved by a fully independent European fund dedicated to Biopharma.
The fund was highly attractive to top-tier international investors, reflecting their strong conviction in Jeito's ability to capitalize on the compelling opportunityin Biopharma. It has been backed by a diversified base of investors across Europe, North America, and Asia, including sovereign and public funds, pharmaceutical and corporate investors, insurance companies, pension funds, family offices, foundations, endowments, and banks.
Jeito II will continue the strategy established with Jeito I: selectively identifying and backing 15 to 20 of the most promising clinical-stage Biopharma companies, primarily in Europe, developing breakthrough therapies for severe diseases with high unmet medical needs and accelerating the development path and future market access.
This fundraising allows Jeito to increase the average size of future investments in portfolio companies up to EUR150 million, thus driving value creation by enabling the companies to accelerate and progress through to advanced clinical development and unleash their full commercial potential.
Jeito II has already actively deployed capital in therapeutic areas with strong demand: i.e. obesity, reproductive medicine, oncology, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, neurology, and cardio-metabolic diseases.
The Goodwin team included:
* in France, Arnaud David, Sarah Barrau-Ceville, Khalilou Gneny, and Olivia Doble on fundraising matters and Marie-Laure Bruneel on tax matters;
* in the US, Brynn Peltz and William Stern on regulatory matters and Romina Weiss on tax matters.
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Original text here: https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/04/announcements-otherindustries-jeito-capital-hits-record-close
Harris Quoted on Schedule A Litigation in Managing IP Magazine
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Harris Quoted on Schedule A Litigation in Managing IP Magazine
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Taft Chicago partner Marcus Harris was quoted in the Managing IP magazine article, "Schedule A Scrutiny Drives Law Firm Strategy Shift." In the piece, Harris comments on the scrutiny Schedule A litigation faces, as some firms appear to overly rely on the tool to manage heavy caseloads. However, Harris adds that when used appropriately and when attorneys take the time to explain how and why their firms employ it, Schedule
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Harris Quoted on Schedule A Litigation in Managing IP Magazine
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Taft Chicago partner Marcus Harris was quoted in the Managing IP magazine article, "Schedule A Scrutiny Drives Law Firm Strategy Shift." In the piece, Harris comments on the scrutiny Schedule A litigation faces, as some firms appear to overly rely on the tool to manage heavy caseloads. However, Harris adds that when used appropriately and when attorneys take the time to explain how and why their firms employ it, ScheduleA litigation can be an important and effective resource in the intellectual property field.
Read the full article here (subscription required).
Harris has extensive experience drafting and negotiating enterprise software-related licenses, implementation agreements, and SaaS agreements, as well as litigating failed software implementations in courts and before arbitration panels across the country. He represents government entities, distributors, and manufacturers in recovering damages arising from failed Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementations.
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Original text here: https://www.taftlaw.com/news-events/news/harris-quoted-on-schedule-a-litigation-in-managingip-magazine/
Erica Cortez Earns Certificate from Association of Workplace Investigators
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Erica Cortez Earns Certificate from Association of Workplace Investigators
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Constangy is pleased to announce that Erica Cortez has earned the Association of Workplace Investigators Inc. (AWI) Certificate, a credential awarded to professionals who demonstrate advanced proficiency in conducting impartial and thorough workplace investigations.
Erica earned the certificate after completing AWI's intensive week-long, in-person training program, followed
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ATLANTA, Georgia, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Erica Cortez Earns Certificate from Association of Workplace Investigators
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Constangy is pleased to announce that Erica Cortez has earned the Association of Workplace Investigators Inc. (AWI) Certificate, a credential awarded to professionals who demonstrate advanced proficiency in conducting impartial and thorough workplace investigations.
Erica earned the certificate after completing AWI's intensive week-long, in-person training program, followedby a comprehensive full-day examination. The program is widely recognized for its rigorous curriculum and high standards for assessing investigative skill, judgment, and professionalism.
Erica is a senior counsel at Constangy who represents and advises employers on a wide range of labor and employment matters, with a particular focus on workplace investigations, litigation, and compliance counseling. She has experience handling claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour issues, and regularly conducts internal investigations and advises on risk management strategies. Fluent in Spanish, Erica brings an added level of accessibility and effectiveness to investigations involving Spanish-speaking employees-an especially valuable capability in the California market, where bilingual investigators are often critical to ensuring accurate fact-finding and inclusive workplace processes.
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Original text here: https://www.constangy.com/newsroom/pressroom/erica-cortez-earns-certificate-from-association-of-workplace-investigators
Diane McCabe and Christine Murphy Named to GlobeSt.'s 2026 Women of Influence
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Diane McCabe and Christine Murphy Named to GlobeSt.'s 2026 Women of Influence
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Goodwin partners Diane McCabe and Christine Murphy have been named 2026 Women of Influence by GlobeSt. in the CRE Legal Counsel category. This recognition celebrates women driving commercial real estate forward and reshaping the industry.
As co-chair of Goodwin's Joint Ventures and Real Estate Finance practices, Diane focuses on a variety of commercial real estate transactions, including complex
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 13 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Diane McCabe and Christine Murphy Named to GlobeSt.'s 2026 Women of Influence
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Goodwin partners Diane McCabe and Christine Murphy have been named 2026 Women of Influence by GlobeSt. in the CRE Legal Counsel category. This recognition celebrates women driving commercial real estate forward and reshaping the industry.
As co-chair of Goodwin's Joint Ventures and Real Estate Finance practices, Diane focuses on a variety of commercial real estate transactions, including complexdebt and equity investments and restructurings; joint ventures; preferred equity transactions; mezzanine, construction and permanent financings; debt purchases; and acquisitions and sales across various property types, including office, retail, hospitality, self-storage, multi-family apartments, senior housing facilities, manufactured housing, and industrial. Diane is actively involved in highly structured finance transactions and has experience with workouts, restructurings, and other transactions involving distressed assets.
Christine is a partner in Goodwin's Real Estate group, focusing on commercial real estate finance. Her practice includes balance sheet financings, permanent and bridge loan originations, construction loans, mezzanine and other subordinate financings, loan participations and syndications, and workouts and restructurings. Christine represents real estate funds, commercial banks, investment banks, institutional lenders, insurance companies, private equity investors, and other investors. She also advises on transactions involving all types of commercial real property, including mixed-use, industrial, multi-family, office, retail, hotels and resorts, assisted living and nursing facilities, data centers, ground leased property, and other commercial properties.
Diane and Christine will be honored at the GlobeSt. Women of Influence Awards in Denver on July 13, 2026.
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Original text here: https://www.goodwinlaw.com/en/news-and-events/news/2026/04/announcements-real-estate-diane-mccabe-christine-murphy-named-globest-women-of-influence
Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
Polsinelli is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys have been selected to serve on Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards, recognizing their leadership and insight across key practice areas.
Law360's Editorial Advisory Boards are composed of leading practitioners from across the legal industry who provide feedback on coverage and share perspectives that help shape the publication's reporting and analysis.
The Polsinelli attorneys
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Polsinelli Attorneys Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards
Polsinelli is pleased to announce that six of its attorneys have been selected to serve on Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Boards, recognizing their leadership and insight across key practice areas.
Law360's Editorial Advisory Boards are composed of leading practitioners from across the legal industry who provide feedback on coverage and share perspectives that help shape the publication's reporting and analysis.
The Polsinelli attorneysselected to serve on the 2026 boards are:
* Michelle G. Bernstein, Shareholder - Florida Editorial Advisory Board
* Dana E. Feinstein, Shareholder - Pennsylvania Editorial Advisory Board
* Tyree P. Jones, Shareholder - Trials Editorial Advisory Board
* Matthew E. Kapsak, Shareholder - Colorado Editorial Advisory Board
* Matthew S. Knoop, Shareholder - Georgia Editorial Advisory Board
* Chad A. Landmon, Hatch-Waxman & Biologics Chair - Life Sciences Editorial Advisory Board
Law360 selects editorial board members through a competitive process, drawing from experienced attorneys who are well-positioned to contribute meaningful perspective on developments within their respective fields.
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Original text here: https://www.polsinelli.com/news/polsinelli-attorneys-law360s-2026-editorial-advisory-boards
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Frantz Ward, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
Frantz Ward Partner Michael J. Frantz Jr. shares how landscape and hardscape failures can lead to subsurface disputes and unintended liability and explains how commercial development owners can address these risks before they escalate in the March edition of Properties Magazine.
His "Legal Perspectives" article, "Who Owns the Dirt?" highlights how soil movement caused by the freeze-thaw climate in the Great Lakes region can
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CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Frantz Ward, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Michael J. Frantz Jr. Discusses Subsurface Risk Allocation in Properties Magazine
Frantz Ward Partner Michael J. Frantz Jr. shares how landscape and hardscape failures can lead to subsurface disputes and unintended liability and explains how commercial development owners can address these risks before they escalate in the March edition of Properties Magazine.
His "Legal Perspectives" article, "Who Owns the Dirt?" highlights how soil movement caused by the freeze-thaw climate in the Great Lakes region canturn minor surface movement into significant structural failure over time, underscoring the importance of addressing subsurface risk early.
When failure occurs, the fragmented process for landscaping and hardscaping commercial developments complicates liability. Multi-party disputes often follow, with parties disputing whether issues stem from design, construction, or existing site conditions, ultimately leaving owners with repair costs, delayed occupancy, and increased injury exposure.
Avoiding Unexpected Disputes and Liability
In his article, Mike recommends owners reduce unexpected exposure and delays by:
* Ensuring performance language is precise and integrated with geotechnical assumptions and soil disclaimers
* Coordinating insurance policies and warranty periods
* Directly addressing subsurface risk during procurement and contracting
* Allocating subsurface risk upfront to reduce the likelihood of long, costly litigation
Read the full article here (https://issuu.com/mrej/docs/northeast_ohio_properties_march_2026/54).
Mike focuses his practice on construction law, offering strategic counsel to contractors, developers, and property owners across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Jersey. With extensive trial and appellate experience, Mike guides clients through every phase of construction projects, from contract negotiation to dispute resolution, helping them navigate complex regulations, mitigate risks, and avoid costly litigation. He is a trusted advocate committed to protecting his clients' business interests and achieving favorable outcomes.
Since 1946, Properties Magazine has been a monthly reporter on development, construction, design, and property management throughout Northeast Ohio.
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Original text here: https://www.frantzward.com/michael-j-frantz-jr-discusses-subsurface-risk-allocation-in-properties-magazine/
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McGuireWoods' Public Finance Team Earns Top Rankings From The Bond Buyer
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods' Public Finance Team Earns Top Rankings From The Bond Buyer
McGuireWoods' public finance team ranked among the top bond counsel in the Southeast United States in 2025 and played a role in one of the year's most significant finance transactions, according to data published by The Bond Buyer, the newspaper of public finance.
McGuireWoods ranked seventh in the Southeast region, which covers 11 states. The firm earned a No. 2 bond counsel ranking in Virginia and a No. 4 rating in North
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RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods' Public Finance Team Earns Top Rankings From The Bond Buyer
McGuireWoods' public finance team ranked among the top bond counsel in the Southeast United States in 2025 and played a role in one of the year's most significant finance transactions, according to data published by The Bond Buyer, the newspaper of public finance.
McGuireWoods ranked seventh in the Southeast region, which covers 11 states. The firm earned a No. 2 bond counsel ranking in Virginia and a No. 4 rating in NorthCarolina. McGuireWoods also was the No. 4 bond counsel in Maryland, part of The Bond Buyer's Northeast region.
McGuireWoods served as bond counsel to the Virginia Port Authority (VPA) in an innovative $248.7 million financing that The Bond Buyer recognized as the Southeast Region Deal of the Year. The transaction enabled a first-of-its-kind lease amendment at Virginia International Gateway (VIG), securing a fixed-price option for the VPA to purchase the terminal in 2065. The financing also funded a $335 million upfront rent payment, nullified all outstanding port revenue bonds and equipment leases, and allowed the VPA to avoid an 8% ticking fee, all while providing enhanced operational control and long-term certainty for the Port of Virginia.
"These rankings reflect the depth and dedication of our public finance team, and we are honored to be recognized again among the leading bond counsel in the Southeast," said Kay McNab, co-leader of McGuireWoods' Public Finance Practice Group.
McGuireWoods holds a Band 1 nationwide ranking in public finance from Chambers USA, the highest awarded by the respected legal guide. The firm's finance lawyers have earned national recognition for advising on governmental and private activity bond transactions and are leaders in the use of strategies such as public-private partnerships; special revenue, tax and assessment pledges; lease financings; and tax and revenue anticipation notes.
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Original text here: https://www.mcguirewoods.com/news/press-releases/2026/4/mcguirewoods-public-finance-team-earns-top-rankings-from-the-bond-buyer/
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Littler Issues Commentary: Maine Greatly Expands Department of Labor's Enforcement Powers Against Employers
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 10, 2026, by shareholder Steve Silver and associate Allaina Gilligan:
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Maine Greatly Expands Department of Labor's Enforcement Powers Against Employers
At a Glance
* LD 1587 greatly expands the Maine Depart of Labor's investigation and enforcement authority over state employment, wage and hour, and unemployment compensation laws.
* The law also imposes new administrative obligations when employee wages or damages are at issue and creates a mandatory posting and employee notification requirement.
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 10, 2026, by shareholder Steve Silver and associate Allaina Gilligan:
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Maine Greatly Expands Department of Labor's Enforcement Powers Against Employers
At a Glance
* LD 1587 greatly expands the Maine Depart of Labor's investigation and enforcement authority over state employment, wage and hour, and unemployment compensation laws.
* The law also imposes new administrative obligations when employee wages or damages are at issue and creates a mandatory posting and employee notification requirement.
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Employersin Maine will soon face enhanced penalties for any violation of state employment laws under a recently enacted law granting the Pine Tree State's Department of Labor broad enforcement powers.
LD 1587 - An Act to Clarify the Bureau of Labor Standards' Investigatory and Enforcement Procedures - significantly expands and formalizes the Maine Department of Labor's authority to investigate, enforce, and collect penalties for violations of state employment, wage and hour, and unemployment compensation laws. The law, which takes effect on July 14, 2026, also introduces a new compliance requirement: Employers must post notices of any violation in the workplace and, in some cases, directly notify both current and former employees of any violations.
Expanded Investigatory Authority
Under LD 1587, the Director of Labor Standards (the "Director") is expressly authorized to open investigations whenever the Director believes an employer or individual may have violated Maine employment practices laws or unemployment compensation requirements.
As part of an investigation, the Director may:
* Review employer records, including books, files, and other documents;
* Require employers or other knowledgeable individuals to appear and provide testimony under oath; and
* Require production of records the employer is legally required to maintain.
To facilitate these investigations, LD 1587 grants the Director subpoena power to compel testimony or document production. Subpoenas under LD 1587 may be served by personal delivery, delivery to the employer's Maine place of business, or by certified or registered mail. Testimony and document review will take place in the county where the employer is located or in Kennebec County if the employer is located outside Maine. This is particularly significant for out-of-state employers with no physical location in Maine as subpoenas may compel testifying in Maine's state capital, which is one hour from Maine's largest airport in Portland.
This recent expansion underscores the importance of maintaining organized, accurate records and responding promptly--and strategically--when the Bureau of Labor Standards initiates an inquiry.
Enhanced Penalties and Enforcement Tools
LD 1587 also strengthens the Department of Labor's enforcement and collection authority once a violation is found.
If the Director determines that an employer or individual has violated Maine employment, wage and hour, or unemployment compensation laws, the Department may issue a notice of violation and impose any penalties or remedies authorized under applicable statutes. These may include:
* Civil monetary penalties;
* Orders to pay unpaid wages, damages, or interest; and
* Orders requiring correction of ongoing violations.
Once a penalty or remedy becomes final--after all administrative and judicial appeals are exhausted--the employer must satisfy all payment obligations within 30 calendar days. Failure to timely pay can result in additional civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day until payment is made.
Similarly, if an employer is ordered to correct an ongoing violation and fails to do so within the allotted correction period, the employer may face additional penalties of up to $1,000 per day for each day the violation continues. If an employer pursues a good-faith appeal, the correction period does not begin until all appeal rights are exhausted.
If an employer fails to pay required wages, damages, interest, or penalties, the Director may issue a notice of levy - without needing a court's approval - to a third party that holds the employer's property or owes the employer money (other than wages). These levies may reach credit, bank, or savings bank accounts or personal property of an employer's owners.
LD 1587 is so broad that it even penalizes third-party recipients who fail to comply with a notice of levy such that the third party may be liable for the full amount of the indebtedness of the delinquent person or employer.
Mandatory Posting of Violations and Employee Notice
One of the most notable--and potentially reputationally impactful--changes under LD 1587 is the mandatory posting and employee notification requirement.
When the Director issues a violation notice, the employer must:
* Post the notice in a "conspicuous location" at the worksite "that is accessible to employees"; or
* If physical posting is not feasible, directly provide the notice to each employee in a reasonable manner.
If the notice of violation covers a specific time period, the employer must also notify all employees who worked during that period, including former employees. Acceptable notification methods include mail, email, or text message, provided the notice is communicated in the same language the employer normally uses to communicate with affected employees.
This provision, which effectively mandates disclosure of labor violations to all employees and former employees, increases the stakes of enforcement actions and reinforces the importance of proactive compliance.
Key Takeaways and Action Items for Employers
Given the expanded enforcement toolkit and heightened penalties under LD 1587, Maine employers should consider taking the following steps:
* Review recordkeeping practices to ensure employment and unemployment records are complete, accurate, and readily accessible for inspection.
* Establish internal protocols for responding promptly to investigations, subpoenas, and requests for testimony or document production.
* Calendar and closely track all enforcement-related deadlines, including correction periods and payment deadlines to avoid daily penalties.
* Develop procedures for posting and distributing notices of violation, including plans for notifying current and former employees using appropriate methods and languages.
* Perform periodic reviews or internal audits to ensure compliance with Maine's employment laws.
LD 1587 signals a more assertive enforcement posture by the Maine Department of Labor. Employers operating in Maine should assess compliance practices now to reduce exposure and ensure readiness should an investigation arise.
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Authors
Steve Silver
Shareholder
Portland
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Allaina Gilligan
Associate
Portland
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/maine-greatly-expands-department-labors-enforcement-powers-against-employers
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Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
National law firm Husch Blackwell was ranked as one of the 40 best business development law firms in BTI Consulting's Super Listener A-Team 2026 report.
The report is based on direct, unprompted feedback from more than 350 leading corporate counsel across six pivotal activities: super listening (the most critical), anticipating needs, innovative solutions, creativity, educating clients, and co-solutioning.
Husch
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 11 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Named a 2026 Super Listener A-Team by BTI for Business Development
National law firm Husch Blackwell was ranked as one of the 40 best business development law firms in BTI Consulting's Super Listener A-Team 2026 report.
The report is based on direct, unprompted feedback from more than 350 leading corporate counsel across six pivotal activities: super listening (the most critical), anticipating needs, innovative solutions, creativity, educating clients, and co-solutioning.
HuschBlackwell was named "Best of the Best" in four of the pivotal activities that most influence hiring and wallet-share decisions.
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Original text here: https://www.huschblackwell.com/inthenews/husch-blackwell-named-a-2026-super-listener-a-team-by-bti-for-business-development
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Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath Issues Commentary: Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Tin Mill Products From China, Taiwan, and Turkey
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 11 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 9, 2026, by counsel Richard P. Ferrin, associate Morgan Alexis Howard, and partners Carrie Bethea Connolly and Daniel R. Wilson:
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New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Tin Mill Products from China, Taiwan, and Turkey
Petitioner Alleges Dumping Margins from 152.15% to 1,077.08%
At a Glance
* United States Steel Corporation and the United Steelworkers Union filed antidumping duty petitions on tin mill products from China, Taiwan, and Turkey, and a
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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 11 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 9, 2026, by counsel Richard P. Ferrin, associate Morgan Alexis Howard, and partners Carrie Bethea Connolly and Daniel R. Wilson:
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New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Tin Mill Products from China, Taiwan, and Turkey
Petitioner Alleges Dumping Margins from 152.15% to 1,077.08%
At a Glance
* United States Steel Corporation and the United Steelworkers Union filed antidumping duty petitions on tin mill products from China, Taiwan, and Turkey, and acountervailing duty petition on tin mill products from China.
* An investigation related to this petition could result in increased prices and/or decreased supply of tin mill products.
* The US Department of Commerce is expected to begin investigation on April 29, 2026.
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On April 9, 2026, antidumping (AD) petitions were filed on tin mill products from China, Taiwan, and Turkey, and a countervailing duty petition was filed on tin mill products from China. The petitions were filed by United States Steel Corporation and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union.
The US AD law imposes special tariffs to counteract imports that are sold in the United States at less than "normal value." The US CVD law imposes special tariffs to counteract imports that are sold in the United States with the benefit of foreign government subsidies. For AD/CVD duties to be imposed, the US government must determine not only that dumping and/or subsidization is occurring, but also that there is "material injury" (or threat thereof) by reason of the dumped and/or subsidized imports. Importers are liable for any potential AD/CVD duties imposed. In addition, these investigations could impact purchasers by increasing prices and/or decreasing supply of tin mill products.
Scope
Please note that this section was not written by our authors but is taken verbatim from the petition.
The products within the scope of these investigations are tin mill flat-rolled products that are coated or plated with tin, chromium, or chromium oxides. Flat-rolled steel products coated with tin are known as tinplate. Flat-rolled steel products coated with chromium or chromium oxides are known as tin-free steel or electrolytic chromium-coated steel. The scope includes all the noted tin mill products regardless of thickness, width, form (in coils or cut sheets), coating type ( electrolytic or otherwise), edge (trimmed, untrimmed or further processed, such as scroll cut), coating thickness, surface finish, temper, coating metal (tin, chromium, chromium oxide), reduction (single- or double-reduced), and whether or not coated with a plastic material.
The merchandise subject to these investigations is currently classified in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), under HTSUS subheadings 7210.11.0000, 7210.12.0000, 7210.50.0020, 7210.50.0090, 7212.10.0000, 7212.50.0000, if of non-alloy steel and under HTSUS subheadings 7225.99.0090, and 7226.99.0180 if of alloy steel. Although the subheadings are provided for convenience and customs purposes, the written description of the scope of the investigations is dispositive.
Estimated Dumping Margins
The petitioners allege dumping margins as follows:
* China: 202.02% to 1,077.08%
* Taiwan: 152.15% to 160.37%
* Turkey: 190.95% to 192.91%
The petitioners also allege subsidies with respect to subject imports from China, although the CVD petition does not quantify the alleged net subsidy margins.
Estimated Schedule of Investigations
The following is an estimated schedule of investigations by the US Department of Commerce (DOC) and the US International Trade Commission (ITC):
April 9, 2026 ... Petitions are filed.
April 29, 2026 ... DOC initiates investigations.
April 30, 2026 ... ITC staff conference (estimated).
May 25, 2026 ... Deadline for ITC preliminary injury determinations.
July 6, 2026 ... Deadline for DOC preliminary CVD determination, if deadline is NOT postponed.
September 8, 2026 ... Deadline for DOC preliminary CVD determination, if deadline is fully postponed.
September 16, 2026 ... Deadline for DOC preliminary AD determinations, if deadline is NOT postponed.
November 5, 2026 ... Deadline for DOC preliminary AD determinations, if deadline is fully postponed.
March 22, 2027 ... Deadline for DOC final AD/CVD determinations, if all deadlines are fully postponed.
May 6, 2027 ... Deadline for ITC final injury determinations, if all DOC deadlines are fully postponed.
The material contained in this communication is informational, general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. The material contained in this communication should not be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances. This communication was published on the date specified and may not include any changes in the topics, laws, rules or regulations covered. Receipt of this communication does not establish an attorney-client relationship. In some jurisdictions, this communication may be considered attorney advertising.
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Meet the Authors
Richard P. Ferrin
Counsel
Washington, D.C.
+1 202 230 5803
richard.ferrin@faegredrinker.com
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Carrie Bethea Connolly
Partner
Washington, D.C.
+1 202 230 5330
carrie.connolly@faegredrinker.com
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Daniel R. Wilson
Partner
Washington, D.C.
+1 202 230 5211
daniel.wilson@faegredrinker.com
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Morgan Alexis Howard
Associate
Washington, D.C.
+1 202 230 5305
morgan.howard@faegredrinker.com
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Original text here: https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2026/4/new-antidumping-duty-and-countervailing-duty-petitions-on-tin-mill-products-from-china-taiwan-and-turkey
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Carolyn Hunt Named to The Hollywood Reporter's 2026 Power Lawyers Edition
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 11 -- Barnes and Thornburg, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Carolyn Hunt Named to The Hollywood Reporter's 2026 Power Lawyers Edition
For the second year in a row, partner Carolyn Hunt has been named to The Hollywood Reporter's Power Lawyers list (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/top-hollywoodl-lawyers-2026/), which recognizes 100 of the entertainment industry's most influential attorneys.
Carolyn was recognized for her work on sophisticated media finance and entertainment transactions, with a practice spanning film, television and gaming
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INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 11 -- Barnes and Thornburg, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Carolyn Hunt Named to The Hollywood Reporter's 2026 Power Lawyers Edition
For the second year in a row, partner Carolyn Hunt has been named to The Hollywood Reporter's Power Lawyers list (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/top-hollywoodl-lawyers-2026/), which recognizes 100 of the entertainment industry's most influential attorneys.
Carolyn was recognized for her work on sophisticated media finance and entertainment transactions, with a practice spanning film, television and gamingmatters. She advises clients on a wide range of deals, including production financing, slate transactions, capital raises and distribution-related matters, and over the past year handled nearly $1.5 billion in distribution, production, financing and tax-credit matters.
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Original text here: https://btlaw.com/en/insights/news/2026/carolyn-hunt-named-to-the-hollywood-reporters-power-lawyers-list-2026
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