As the summer season closes, regulatory lawyers worldwide are dealing with a shifting landscape of trade, technology, data, and climate rules. For those who might have taken a leisurely August break, priority one now is to get acquainted with these changes.
Whether you are a seasoned observer of Italy’s Ferragosto, or lean more towards being an Aoûtien rather than a Juillettiste, you’ll hold August in some reverence as a quiet month. However, for many professionals, August was anything but restful. Unforeseen natural disasters provided the backdrop to a few tumultuous weeks where world leaders and lawmakers solidified legislation and put the final touches on manifesto promises. These actions seemed to typify a growing global protectionist approach, characterised by heightened trade barriers and expansive punitive measures.
Keeping pace with the speed of change in regulations is pivotal for legal professionals across the globe. The pertinently titled article, “Summer’s Over. You’re a Regulatory Lawyer Now,” captures this essence in detail.
Although complete access to the article requires a subscription, a sneak-peek at it can prove to be a valuable resource. To get the full context of the regulatory landscape, the complete article can be accessed here.