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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 8 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ET Location: Virtual Contact: Elise Hoffer, 513.352.6748, <a href="mailto:Elise.Hoffer@ThompsonHine.com?subject=May 14 Coffee Chat Session">Elise.Hoffer@ThompsonHine.com</a>

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A webinar presented by Thompson Hine LLP

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Join us for a mid-morning break to chat about hot topics and trends relevant to your business. Our concise and practical discussion will focus on a variety of developments that impact financial service industries, and we’ll offer insights and considerations that will certainly be of interest to you.

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The SEC’s shifting approach to exemptive relief for ETF share classes is reshaping the industry landscape. Join our panel of industry professionals as they discuss recent developments, regulatory challenges and the broader implications for fund sponsors, issuers and investors.

The SEC’s evolving position on ETF share class exemptive relief

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Legal and compliance considerations for fund sponsors and advisers

Market impact and opportunities for innovation

Practical guidance for navigating the application process

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<a href="https://www.cohenco.com/people/brett-eichenberger">Brett Eichenberger</a>, CPA, Partner, Cohen &amp; Company, Ltd.

<a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/cassandra-w-borchers/">Cassandra W. Borchers</a>, Partner, Thompson Hine

<a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/professionals/megan-w-clement/">Megan W. Clement</a>, Senior Counsel, Thompson Hine

Investment Management Coffee Chat – ETF Share Class Exemptive Relief

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