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ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceAugust 03, 2026
What is a purchase money security interest (PMSI)?
Learn what a purchase money security interest or PMSI is, key requirements for inventory, and more -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceJuly 30, 2026
UCC fixture filings: Defining fixtures and how to file
Learn what a fixture filing is, how to determine fixtures, a use case example, and where and how to file. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceJuly 13, 2026
Where to file a financing statement under UCC Article 9
Learn where to file a UCC financing statement under Article 9, how debtor location and collateral type affect jurisdiction, and why filing correctly is critical to perfecting a security interest and preserving creditor priority. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceJune 10, 2026
UCC due diligence: Asset vs. stock deal searches
UCC due diligence differs in asset and stock deals. This article explains how deal structure affects debtor, jurisdiction, and lien searches, and why broader search strategies help buyers identify hidden encumbrances and reduce successor liability. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceMay 14, 2026
Protecting your client's UCC position when insolvency or bankruptcy looms
When insolvency or bankruptcy threatens, it's important to take steps to ensure that your clients' security interests are properly filed and current. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceMay 08, 2026
Consensual vs. non-consensual liens: What matters in due diligence and priority
Learn how consensual and non-consensual liens affect due diligence, lien priority, and deal risk. Explore key lien types, common search gaps, and the five essential searches that help uncover hidden claims before closing. -
WebinarFinancial & Corporate ComplianceApril 28, 2026
On-demand webinar: Crypto meets commercial law: National policy and UCC Article 12’s framework for digital assets
Learn how the GENIUS Act and UCC Article 12 provide a clearer framework for the regulatory and commercial treatment of stablecoins in the U.S. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceApril 08, 2026
Best practices for conducting a complete due diligence search (and pitfalls to avoid)
Learn the best practices for conducting a thorough due diligence search using collected data and observations from the experts at CT Corporation. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceApril 01, 2026
How UCC Article 12 is reshaping commercial transactions
The 2022 UCC amendments, led by Article 12, create rules for digital assets and “controllable electronic records.” They define control, enable perfection by control, add take-free protections, and guide counsel and businesses as states adopt. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceFebruary 17, 2026
Getting ahead of Chapter 11 filings in 2026: A practical guide
Learn how elevated 2026 bankruptcy filings, shifting economic pressures, and rising UCC priority disputes affect creditors—and the steps you can take now to protect secured interests. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceUpdated February 13, 2026
UCC forms: What you need to know
UCC is a set of regulations adopted to make commerce from state to state easier. While the code is the same among all states, filing requirements differ. -
ArticleFinancial & Corporate ComplianceJanuary 06, 2026
New York Enacts UCC Amendments on Digital Assets
New York’s 2026 UCC amendments introduce new rules for digital assets, including controllable electronic records, security interests, and priority rules. Businesses and fintechs must adapt to these changes for compliance and transaction security.
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Financial & Corporate Compliance
UpdatedNovember 13, 2025
Best practices for UCC filings and searches
Whether you’re conducting a single search or a complex due diligence strategy, it’s crucial the UCC search and filing results are clear, comprehensive, and accurate.
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