Climate change and collective proceedings: what businesses need to know
Collective proceedings are a longstanding mechanism for bringing claims in the US and Australia. They are now a feature of…
‘Clients are not only seeking legal expertise but also looking for firms that practice what they preach’ – ESG Q&A: Herbert Smith Freehills
Could you share some examples of innovative ways Herbert Smith Freehills is working with clients in the ESG space? Silke…
ESG: Evolution or revolution?
Jonathan Bower, partner, planning and infrastructure team leader and partner lead for net zero by 2030 strategy at Womble Bond…
The state of UK general counsel in 2024: Key insights and challenges
The legal landscape for general counsel (GCs) in the United Kingdom is undergoing significant challenges and transformations in 2024. A…
The growing importance of ESG data in the legal sector
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) has evolved at a rapid pace in recent years. We’ve seen a meteoric rise in…
Lebanon’s struggle for stability amid economic and geopolitical challenges
Lebanon finds itself trapped in a profound political, economic, financial, and social crisis, the effects of which have echoed across…
Q&A: Sarah Thompson, Arthur Cox
What is the current state of Irish legislation on ESG? Environmental, social and governance considerations have always been important to…
Understanding the EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence: A comprehensive guide
The European Union has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainable and responsible business practices with the adoption of the…
The Saudi Arabian legal market
Profile: An Overview of the Firm At the heart of Saudi Arabia’s evolving commercial landscape stands ELaw Boutique Law Firm,…
Conformity assessments under the EU AI Act: Ensuring compliance, safety, and trust in artificial intelligence
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in an era of unprecedented technological advancements, transforming various sectors by enhancing…
‘An ever-growing region of high importance’: doing business in Iran
Iran is a strategic country located in the Middle East, possessing abundant natural resources such as oil, gas, gold, and…
Cyber security is a constant threat to your law firm
Jonathan Ashley of etiCloud on how prevention is the best defence when it comes to keeping your company safe from…
Getting exit ready
Multiple signs are pointing to an increasing momentum around M&A activity. If you’ve been holding out for better conditions to…
M&A Yearbook: Foreword – Taylor Wessing: Blue skies ahead
After two subdued years, global M&A activity is showing signs of recovery. Though large-ticket M&A and private equity deals have…
Capitalising on opportunities in the Philippines
Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra lawyers led by Mark S. Gorriceta (managing partner), Kristine T. Torres (partner) and Kathleen T.…
Excess cash in a Belgian M&A context
Jérôme Terfve and Guillaume Charlier report on the treatment of excess cash in M&A transactions by the Belgian authorities
Understanding mergers and acquisitions in Argentina
Rafael Salaberren Dupont, Juan Manuel Campos Álvarez, and Diego D’Odorico of SyLS discuss the processes, challenges, and prospects for M&A…
AI spy: avoiding bad AI investments
In the wake of recent advances in generative artificial intelligence (AI), AI has shot to the top of the board…
The path to net zero: the legal sector’s blueprint for climate leadership and competitive advantage
With a wave of environmental disclosure legislation on the horizon – CSRD, SECR, and many more – legal firms are…
The Latin American startup industry
Mauricio Duarte from Legal Plus gives his insights into startups in Latin America, providing particular focus on the growing venture…