ACC NCR Roundtable: Risks and Rewards of Corporate Activism - Russia and Beyond

The Russian war on Ukraine has brought widespread reaction by U.S. businesses and investors.  Over 500 companies have publicly announced specific actions, from complete withdrawal from Russian business activities, to divestment of Russian assets, to continuing Russian operations, with variations in between.

Corporate “activism” and reaction to world crises and socio-economic issues involve myriad legal issues, ranging from sanction and regulatory compliance to fiduciary and disclosure considerations to practical challenges involving, contracts, employment and insurance.  The risks and rewards of corporate action, as well as the legal decision-making processes within a company, must be carefully considered, often under tremendous time pressure.