Ellen Smiley

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About Ellen Smiley

Advise clients on the complex legal issues that arise in the course of life as a public company. Combine deep technical knowledge with commercial resourcefulness to guide public companies on corporate governance and US securities laws. Help clients navigate: • Disclosure requirements and related considerations • Director independence • Insider trading restrictions • Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability issues • Proxy advisory firm voting recommendations • Stockholder proposals • Formal and informal US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) inquiries • Sarbanes-Oxley • New developments, latest rulemaking, and evolving best practices in public company reporting, disclosure, and governance matters Serve as a trusted advisor to both established and newly listed public companies of all sizes, from emerging companies to Fortune 500 enterprises, spanning diverse industries and jurisdictions. Balancing clients’ unique circumstances and pressure points, craft workable solutions within the parameters of a public company’s regulatory regime and company-specific construct. Nimble approach in times of volatility that helps clients forecast and pre-empt potential issues relating to their business. A recognized thought leader, regularly present at industry events on topics essential to public companies. Within the firm, develop knowledge management tools and resources for the Public Company Representation practice and clients, and consistently garner recognition for these contributions. Portions of this profile may constitute attorney advertising. Any testimonial or endorsement on this profile does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.