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Day 1 - Friday, December 4, 2020
8:00 |
Virtual Networking – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
8:45 |
Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs |
9:00 |
DOJ Keynote Address |
9:30 |
The New FARA Crosshairs – and Limits on Exemptions: Key Takeaways on Individuals, Entities and “Non-Traditional Groups” Under the MicroscopeAttorneys and the “Lawyer Exemption” |
10:15 |
The New FARA Crosshairs – and Limits on Exemptions: Key Takeaways on Individuals, Entities and “Non-Traditional Groups” Under the MicroscopeLobbyists and the LDA Exemption |
11:00 |
Morning Networking Break – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
11:30 |
PR, Media, Tech and SEO Firms |
12:00 |
Corporations, Non-Profits, and Their Executives under FARA |
12:30 |
Networking Virtual Luncheon – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
12:40 |
Lunch |
1:30 |
TOWN HALL: Meet the FARA Unit Chief |
2:00 |
What Does It Take to Get a Conviction? The DOJ and Outside Counsel Provide Insights on Recent, High-Profile FARA Criminal Cases |
2:45 |
PRACTITIONER “WAR STORIES”: Practical Unwritten Rules, Tough Decision-Making and Emerging Case Management Challenges |
3:30 |
Afternoon Networking Break – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
4:00 |
So You Have to Register: Now What? |
4:45 |
LOOKING AHEAD: Legislative Reform Post-Election |
5:30 |
Forum Concludes |
Day 1 - Friday, December 4, 2020
8:00 |
Virtual Networking – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
8:45 |
Opening Remarks from the Co-ChairsDavid H. Laufman Matthew T. Sanderson |
9:00 |
DOJ Keynote AddressAdam S. Hickey During this opening address, Adam Hickey, Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the National Security Division, will provide big picture updates on priorities and takeaways from developments over the last 12 months. |
9:30 |
The New FARA Crosshairs – and Limits on Exemptions: Key Takeaways on Individuals, Entities and “Non-Traditional Groups” Under the MicroscopeAttorneys and the “Lawyer Exemption”Daniel B. Pickard Thomas J. Spulak
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10:15 |
The New FARA Crosshairs – and Limits on Exemptions: Key Takeaways on Individuals, Entities and “Non-Traditional Groups” Under the MicroscopeLobbyists and the LDA ExemptionJason A. Abel Christopher DeLacy
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11:00 |
Morning Networking Break – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
11:30 |
PR, Media, Tech and SEO FirmsNicholas J. Lewin Ki P. Hong
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12:00 |
Corporations, Non-Profits, and Their Executives under FARAKate A. Belinski Kate Sawyer Keane Matthew T. Sanderson
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12:30 |
Networking Virtual Luncheon – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
12:40 |
Lunch |
1:30 |
TOWN HALL: Meet the FARA Unit ChiefBrandon L. Van Grack Moderator:David H. Laufman During this highly anticipated session, Brandon Van Grack, Chief of the FARA Unit, will be answering questions and lending addition, in-depth insights on the interpretation and enforcement of the statute. |
2:00 |
What Does It Take to Get a Conviction? The DOJ and Outside Counsel Provide Insights on Recent, High-Profile FARA Criminal CasesJay Bratt Amy Jeffress This panel will focus on the most prominent enforcement actions in recent memory, and the intersection of FARA with other U.S. laws. Topics will include:
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2:45 |
PRACTITIONER “WAR STORIES”: Practical Unwritten Rules, Tough Decision-Making and Emerging Case Management ChallengesRobert K. Kelner William J. Murphy During this highly anticipated session, hear from leading practitioners on the practical realities of handling FARA cases from start to finish. Benefit from insights on how enforcement has evolved-and the impact on strategy and advice to clients. Ample time will be left for Q & A, so come prepared with your questions! |
3:30 |
Afternoon Networking Break – 1:1 Networking and Virtual Lobby |
4:00 |
So You Have to Register: Now What?Brian J. Fleming Joshua Ian Rosenstein This session will cover the strategic points to keep in mind when DOJ sends a letter of inquiry and requests documents. Topics will include:
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4:45 |
LOOKING AHEAD: Legislative Reform Post-ElectionJohn C. Demers John P. Carlin This closing panel will focus on the status and impact of the drive to expand the powers of the Department of Justice to impose civil fines, and limit the applicability of certain exemptions.The discussion will include a practical analysis of pending Bills, including those giving the DOJ authority to issue administrative subpoenas and more. Topics of discussion will include:
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5:30 |
Forum Concludes |