Corporate Transparency Act in the Cross-Hairs: Featuring Sen. Doug Jones (Presented by the Federal Bar Association Corporate and Association Counsel Division)

Moderator, Sen. Doug Jones, Counsel | ArentFox Schiff

Senator Jones is a former U.S. Senator and a former U.S. Attorney. He was one of the original authors of the Corporate Transparency Act and provides unique insights into the Act and its implications for companies. Senator Jones will guide our discussion by asking questions informed by his time as a legislator and former US Attorney.

Evgeny “Gene” Magidenko, Partner | ArentFox Schiff

Gene is a tax attorney at ArentFox Schiff who advises business clients nationwide and internationally on tax planning, tax controversies, and transactional tax matters. He leads ArentFox Schiff’s Corporate Transparency Act Task Force and advises clients on all aspects of the CTA.

Chris Slottee, Industry Group Leader | Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt

Chris Slottee is well-versed in issues of corporate governance, legal and risk management, government contracting, bid protests, corporate transactions, and mergers and acquisitions. He provides guidance related to the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) small business programs, including SBA’s Section 8(a) and HUBZone Business Development Programs, and has advised clients regarding 8(a) and small business joint ventures, regulatory compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations, requests for equitable adjustment and claims, and provided strategic advice regarding the utilization of the SBA’s small business programs. He also advises Alaska native corporations and tribal entities regarding federal funding opportunities and grant compliance, including CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act. Chris serves on Schwabe’s Corporate Transparency task force.

I. How we got to the CTA legislation | 2:00pm – 2:15pm

II. Getting to know the CTA | 2:15pm – 2:30pm

III. The Constitutionality of the CTA | 2:30pm – 2:45pm

IV. Q&A | 2:45pm – 3:00pm