Taft partner Russell Menyhart will present “Innovations in Voting: Introduction to Ranked-Choice Voting” at an Indianapolis Bar Association CLE seminar on Oct. 24. His presentation will provide an overview of ranked-choice voting, including Maine’s use of the process, legal challenges brought against it and arguments for and against its broader adoption.

Menyhart is a former diplomat with extensive international experience, most recently serving as political unit chief at the U.S. Consulate in Shanghai from 2011-2014. He assists clients in navigating international legal issues, and a substantial portion of his practice is focused on compliance with anti-corruption laws and export controls, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and other relevant laws and regulations. Menyhart is a member of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations and a fellow in the Public Intellectuals Program