In an unexpected development, BHP Group has announced the stepping down of their General Counsel. The high-profile position at the mining company is slated to be filled by a former partner of Herbert Smith Freehills. The reasoning behind this sudden change, potential consequent shifts within the company, or the plans of the outgoing Counsel is currently not clear.
More detailed information about this occurrence is yet to be disclosed. For the most recent updates refer to this article by Law.com. Please be advised that the article may be behind a paywall.