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SEC Fines Private Equity Firm for Inaccurate Disclosures

DOL Releases FAQ on Conflicts of Interest During the Transition Period WHAT HAPPENED? On July 6, 2017, the SEC charged a registered real estate private equity firm (“Respondent”) with executing a transaction between two funds (“Fund I” and “Fund II”) it advised on different terms than what was disclosed to [...]

SEC Takes Strict Stance on General Solicitations of Certain Regulation D Offerings

SEC Takes Strict Stance on General Solicitations of Certain Regulation D Offerings WHAT HAPPENED? In a review of a FINRA disciplinary action, the SEC affirmed its zero-tolerance policy for general solicitations of specific Regulation D offerings. The disciplinary action addressed an independent broker-dealer and investment adviser that offered interests of an [...]

CCO Charged with Inadequate Form ADV Disclosures

CCO Charged with Inadequate Form ADV Disclosures WHAT HAPPENED? On March 29, 2017, the SEC charged the dually-acting principal and Chief Compliance Officer of Alison, LLC, with failing to provide specific books and records to the Commission’s examination staff. In addition, the examination concluded that the registered investment adviser’s Form ADV [...]