Welcome to Compliance Hot Spots—and happy New Year. Where did 2019 go? 2020 will be a big year for many reasons—and we’ve highlighted, below, some of the things we’re tracking. If you missed it, check out our reporting on the FBI’s new role in FARA inquiries. Plus, a few year-end roundup links. Scroll down for Who Got the Work, and much more. Thanks for reading!

Tips, feedback and thoughts on trends and your practice are always appreciated. Contact C. Ryan Barber at [email protected] and 202-828-0315, and follow him on Twitter @cryanbarber.