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Corporate Transparency Act Advisory Attached please find an advisory memo prepared by Chamber member Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, PC regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), which became effective on January 1, 2024. The CTA requires numerous businesses operating in the U.S. to report to the United States Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) certain information about those natural persons who (1) exercise substantial control over the business and/or (2 ...

On March 13th, UKS hosted a gathering of women colleagues and clients who are leaders in their companies, to connect, collaborate with and celebrate “Women Who Mean Business.”  Thanks to Theaterworks Hartford for providing the venue at the beautiful and historic City Arts on Pearl Building in Downtown Hartford.  On the heels of International Women’s Day and with the start of Spring in the air, it was a perfect way to come together and honor one another’s successes and achievements. ...

From February 25 to February 28, UKS Principal Attorney Cristina Salamone attended the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (“FDCC”) Winter Meeting at the Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg, FL. It was one of the largest Winter Meetings in the Federation's history with substantive continuing legal educational programming, wonderful events and memorable excursions that were enjoyed by members from across the country, Canada, and Europe. Highlights included General Michael Nei ...

Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, P.C. is pleased to announce that it was recently highlighted as one of the original eight Meritas firms. UKS’ motto, "Globally Capable. Distinctively Connecticut," reflects its strong Meritas roots and unwavering commitment to providing exceptional legal services. Meritas is a global alliance of leading independent law firms. Meritas is dedicated to helping clients access top-tier legal expertise from anywhere in the world. Each of its member firms holds itself to t ...