The Ahmanson Foundation funds nonprofit organizations based in and serving Los Angeles County and has become a leader among private foundations in implementing enterprise-wide policies for cybersecurity. Private foundations must recognize that cybersecurity is an expansive area of concern that intersects with legal, operational, reputational and financial issues. [...]

The recent Supreme Court ruling on Moore v. United States has drawn significant attention to the Mandatory Repatriation Tax (MRT) under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). This decision upholds the IRS's stance on taxing certain foreign corporations' accumulated earnings and underscores the need to understand and comply with these intricate tax laws. Navigating internat [...]

How can organizations ensure they are prepared for potential cybersecurity threats? There are several steps that can be taken. STEP 1: UTILIZE DIFFERENT ROLES IN THE FOUNDATION FOR A TOP-DOWN APPROACH Every department should have a clear understanding of its responsibilities. But ultimately, the risk management strategy must come from the executive team. Their role [...]

Mentorship and sponsorship play vital roles in advancing diverse talent in the workplace. By understanding their distinct contributions and the positive impact they have on creating an inclusive environment, employers and team members can take practical steps to support colleagues from diverse backgrounds. As we commemorate Juneteenth, it is crucial to reflect on the [...]

Despite a slower-than-expected start in the first quarter, 2024 holds promise for a rebound in merger and acquisition (M&A) activities. The anticipation of upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts and a gradual increase in deal volumes fuel optimism for a robust recovery as the year progresses. Q1 2024 IN REVIEW Despite the consensus that 2024 will see a rebound in M&A ac [...]

Pride Month is an important time to reflect on the strides that have been made toward equality and the work still needed to support the LGBTQIA community. Beyond parades and celebrations, it is important to consider the integral changes within the professional environments that honor and respect diversity year-round. Affixed to the bottom of every work email I send a [...]

The scale of cybersecurity fraud is staggering and costs businesses and individuals trillions of dollars every year. According to Brush Cyber CEO Doug Brush, this criminal industry is efficient and well-funded. “If you look at cybercrime as a whole, some estimates put it at a $13 trillion economy,” he explains. “That makes it the third largest economy in the world af [...]

Film and television production in 2024 extends far beyond Hollywood — many productions now take place in Atlanta, Toronto and Vancouver in North America and across the U.K. This shift has largely been driven by the availability of tax incentives. On this episode of the Media Clips Podcast, GHJ Entertainment Practice Leader Ilan Haimoff speaks to three experts wh [...]

Welcome to Nonprofit Bytes, a podcast that explores the intersection of technology, philanthropy and innovation. In this episode, GHJ Nonprofit Expert Amy Eybsen continues her discussion with Connetic Founder and Chairman Matthew Strebe about cybersecurity, this time focusing on the specific actions that nonprofits can take to mitigate and respond to cybersecurity t [...]

by Ronald Nessim, Principal at Bird, Marella, Boxer, Wolpert, Nessim, Drooks, Lincenberg & Rhow 1. PRE-LITIGATION AUDIT As a litigator, I am often approached by the talent’s transactional lawyer and asked to evaluate the talent’s potential claims against a major studio. While many claims, e.g., vertical integration and first opportunity rights, are more contractual [...]