How to Handle Hostile Attacks

July 16, 2019

Overview

Webcast

Cleary Gottlieb partner James Langston participated in, “How to Handle Hostile Attacks,” hosted by DealLawyers.com. 

James discussed the following topics:

  • What steps can companies take to prepare in advance for hostile attacks, including how to prepare the board?
  • What type of responses are required - or recommended - with those that mount an attack, including the litigation perspective?
  • What do activists look for in a potential target, including both financial and governance characteristics?
  • What can companies do now to improve their relations with activists and be proactive?

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