The Law of the Financial Markets from Top Securities Lawyers
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Rule 506 of Regulation D Rule 506 of Regulation D is considered a “safe harbor” for the private offering exemption of Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act. Companies relying on the Rule 506 exemption can raise an unlimited amount of money. There are actually two distinct exemptions that fall under […]
Corporate Finance, the raising of capital, is a significant part of the United States Securities Laws. Introductory Materials Federal Securities Laws -introduction and overview of the cases and statutes that comprise the United States securities laws. Insider trading, stock manipulation, and more. Blue Sky Laws (State Securities Laws) – introduction and overview […]
Internet Promoters Enjoined by SEC The SEC has been pursuing those who illegally tout stocks on the Internet for over 20 years, but the conduct continues. The typical case ends in a series of fines, and the entry of a permanent injunction against the promoter who failed to follow the […]
When the Securities and Exchange Commission enacted a new procedure for financing by small corporations, known as the Small Corporate Offering Registration (SCOR), it was designed to help small corporations raise capital. In essence, it is a procedure designed by the SEC to enable smaller companies to raise capital, by […]
A question I am often asked is what is the definition of a finder, or questions that lead to that question. The issue arises when an unregistered person or entity introduces investors to an issuer and seeks to obtain payment based on the investment made by the investor. The problem […]
Maintained by Mark J. Astarita, Esq. Last Updated March 2022 Introduction A complete listing of the contact information for the State Securities Commissions, who regulate securities transactions , in addition to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission . Here is a listing of the various state […]
Introduction By Mark Astarita, a New York Securities Lawyer This overview of the private placement process is not legal advice, and is intended solely for information and educational purposes. If you are contemplating a private placement, or any legal transaction, you should consult an attorney who can provide you with […]
Hedging Your Bets Is a Hedge Fund the Way Out of the Regulatory Nightmare? By Mark J. Astarita, Esq. Mark Astarita, Esq. is a nationally recognized securities attorney who represents investors, financial professionals, issuers and financial firms in a wide variety of matters involving federal and state securities laws. He […]
Mark Astarita, Esq. is a nationally recognized securities attorney who represents investors, financial professionals, issuers and financial firms in a wide variety of matters involving federal and state securities laws. He can be reached at mja@sallahlaw.com. The state securities laws and the regulatory scheme has not changed much since 2001 […]
Going Public Introduction While going public offers many benefits it also comes with risks and regulations with which can become complicated, and compliance can be expensive. Despite the risks and costs, the U.S. capital markets remain one of the most attractive sources of financing in the world. Going public is […]
