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Understanding Activism with John & J.T.: Kai Liekefett on the Presidential Election's Impact on Activism

 

Sean Donahue

Kai Liekefett is a partner in Sidley's New York office and co-chairs the firm's Shareholder Activism and Corporate Defense practice.

Kai Liekefett is a partner in Sidley's New York office and co-chairs the firm's Shareholder Activism and Corporate Defense practice. He has over 20 years of experience in corporate law and spends 100% of his time on shareholder activism campaigns, proxy fights and hostile takeovers. Over the past five years, Kai has defended over 150 proxy contests globally and approximately 25% of all U.S. late-stage proxy fights, more than any other defense attorney in the world.

Topics:

  1. Why many activists supported Donald Trump over Kamala Harris
  2. What changes to the SEC's approach to proxy advisor regulation, UPC, and Rule 14a-8 might mean for activism
  3. Implications of potential changes in the antitrust merger review and enforcement environment
  4. Impact of disruptions resulting from tariffs and other unconventional economic policies
  5. Potential changes in companies targeted for activism and activist tactics

This podcast was recorded on November 22, 2024.

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