Annual Securities Regulation Seminar hosted by LA County Bar Association in collaboration with O’Melveny

The 2026 LA County Bar Annual Securities Regulation Seminar is set to feature O’Melveny’s Michele Layne and Shelley Heyduk in prominent roles. Layne, as a Program Co-Chair, will also moderate a fireside chat with SEC Director of Enforcement, Margaret Ryan. Heyduk will participate as a featured panelist discussing regulatory agencies, whistleblowers, and privilege issues amidst corporate crises. The agenda also includes appearances by SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce and SEC Division of Corporation Finance Director, Jim Maloney.

Michele Layne’s career at the Securities and Exchange Commission has been illustrious, having served as the SEC’s Los Angeles Regional Director. At O’Melveny, she applies her vast SEC expertise to advise and represent corporate clients, as well as their officers and directors, on enforcement matters, internal investigations, and compliance and governance issues.

Shelly Heyduk leads O’Melveny’s Public Company Advisory Practice as Co-Chair. Her counsel to public companies spans areas such as securities law, corporate governance, SEC reporting and disclosure, shareholder meetings, proxy rule compliance, and adherence to NYSE and NASDAQ governance guidelines, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and related regulatory frameworks.

The LA County Bar Annual Securities Regulation Seminar is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, at The Biltmore in Los Angeles. Among the program highlights is a Townhall session with SEC Enforcement Division Director Margaret “Meg” Ryan on February 11 from 11:15 am to 12:00 pm. Additionally, an Ethics Roundtable on navigating corporate crises will take place from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm on the same day.

To learn more about the seminar and register for the event, interested participants can find further details on the official website.

In conclusion, the contributions of Michele Layne and Shelly Heyduk at the LA County Bar Annual Securities Regulation Seminar underscore their expertise and leadership in the legal and regulatory landscape. With a focus on securities enforcement, regulation, and corporate governance, they continue to provide invaluable insights and guidance to clients navigating complex legal challenges in today’s evolving business environment.