Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

Corporate lawyer with decades of experience counseling growth-stage startups to international public companies on finance, compliance, mergers, IPOs and more. crokefairchild.com Chicago | Milwaukee Joined June 2009

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

4 years ago

In the wake of the pandemic, so many small business owners are considering a sale. My latest piece for the Daily Herald Business Ledger helps them be prepared for a successful one.

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

Achieving more diverse, #inclusive boardrooms isn't just a best practice. It's an imperative. My piece in @TodaysGC outlines several practical steps board leadership can take immediately to make meaningful progress on #DEI initiatives this year. bit.ly/3bc0gYw

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

Fantastic and timely insight about how our industry is shifting and how CLOs can lead the charge. Great read.

Association of Corporate Counsel @ACCinhouse

5 years ago

Fantastic and timely insight about how our industry is shifting and how CLOs can lead the charge. Great read.

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

We anticipate shareholder activism will pick up in 2021. This year marked a turning point for activists pushing for environmental and social changes bloomberg.com/news/articles/… via @business

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

Here is our summary of Nasdaq's proposed rules on board diversity. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

This is a good piece. We should also consider the potential benefits of public-private partnerships for certain joint efforts and initiatives.

Chicago Council on Global Affairs @ChicagoCouncil

5 years ago

This is a good piece. We should also consider the potential benefits of public-private partnerships for certain joint efforts and initiatives.

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

This is significant. Companies should begin searches for additional qualified diversity candidates now and make appropriate changes in D&O Questionnaires to be able to document what will be required disclosures.

Nasdaq Exchange @NasdaqExchange

5 years ago

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The Associated Press @AP

5 years ago

BREAKING: Airbnb shares more than double in price as the home sharing company makes its long-awaited debut on Nasdaq. apne.ws/YeRFm9E

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

5 years ago

Pressure continues to mount for public companies to diversify their boards. Consider making governance preparations now for next year's proxy statement. Here is our update: crokefairchild.com/2020/09/15/ boarddiversity. .

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

I'm pleased to share that I've been appointed to the the @FAFNorwalk's Small Business Advisory Committee, where I'll continue supporting and advocating for the small, public companies that are critical to our economy. crokefairchild.com/small-business…

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

The COVID-19 crisis is confronting businesses with a host of unprecedented operational and legal challenges. We've compiled critical information to help ensure your business is equipped to weather what's to come. crokefairchild.com/covid-19-bulle…

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

I'm thrilled to announce the addition of two preeminent #Chicago attorneys and the launch of Croke Fairchild Morgan & Beres on Dec. 1. Our firm combines big #law experience with the quality relationships unique to boutique firms. crokefairchild.com

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

Preparing for the 2020 #Proxy season? We've broken down the #trends and developments to guide your compliance efforts. Hint: Board diversity, ESG activities and shareholder engagement take center stage. bit.ly/2PyVFoR

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alfie @youmetkyler

6 years ago

Chicago summer is 🔥but I have to confess that gloomy Chicago fall w/ traffic + the threat of snow is my FAVORITE Chicago. This city is never more itself than when it’s cold, a little miserable, but busy af.

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

With Rule 163B, the SEC has significantly expanded the "test the waters" accommodation, allowing issuers of any size or reporting status to gauge market interest prior to or after the filing of a registration statement. Read more in our client brief here: bit.ly/2VjGUY0

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

Under new legislation, public companies headquartered in Illinois will be required to disclose a number of hiring and promotion practices in an effort to increase #diversity within boards of directors and executive leadership. Here's what you need to know. bit.ly/2kEtNTs

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

I had a chance to participate in a roundtable discussion @CrainsChicago on the topic of #MandA. Here are some of the trends and insights our panel of M&A advisors believe are driving deals, both today and into 2020. bit.ly/2lKhDbG

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

The #SEC continues making strides to modernize and simplify disclosure and reporting requirements. Here's what you need to know about rule revisions related to Regulation S-K proposed earlier this month. #compliance #reporting bit.ly/2KKrOal

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Wisconsin Housing & Economic Development Authority @WiscHousing

6 years ago

E.D. Altoro joins Rule Ent., @ImpactSevenInc, @Cinnaire & other partners to celebrate the opening of Seven04 Place in MKE. WHEDA awarded the project $637K in #affordablehousing tax credits & is an example of how public & private sectors can work together to impact positive change

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Geoffrey R. Morgan @Geoff_Morgan

6 years ago

I'm pleased to announce attorney Debra J. Stanek has joined Fairchild Morgan Law as Senior Counsel. Her IP and business law experience enhances the firm's capacity to serve our clients' diverse corporate #legal needs. Welcome to the team, Debra! bit.ly/2Y3gPjx