The landscape of legal services is evolving as United States law firms secure alternative business structure (ABS) licenses in the United Kingdom. High-profile firms, including Reed Smith, Perkins Coie, and Alston & Bird, are seizing these opportunities amidst the absence of similar licenses in their home country. Meanwhile, KPMG awaits a decision from Arizona to…
The Saudi Centre for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA) is positioning itself as an emerging leader in dispute resolution within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. With an ambitious expansion strategy, the SCCA aims to compete with established arbitration centers in Dubai and Cairo. This push is fueled by Saudi Arabia’s significant $1.8 trillion construction…
In recent developments across the Asia Pacific legal sector, notable hires have been made by top firms demonstrating a strategic bolstering of their talent in key markets. Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed the general counsel from Australia’s banking regulator, enhancing its financial services capabilities with this acquisition. Concurrently, Nishimura & Asahi has expanded its presence…
Argentina’s President Javier Milei finds himself embroiled in legal challenges over his recent promotion of the cryptocurrency $LIBRA. Legal proceedings were initiated by Argentine lawyers who filed fraud complaints, alleging that the President’s promotional actions misled investors. On Friday, President Milei shared an advertisement on X for the $LIBRA cryptocurrency, which he claimed would serve…
In a move that indicates a shift within the Hong Kong legal market, Iris Yeung, previously associated with legacy firm Allen & Overy, has transitioned to an in-house position with John Swire & Sons. Yeung, who had joined Allen & Overy in 2023, appears to be taking on new challenges within a corporate framework. The…
The United Nations has reiterated the necessity for peace negotiations concerning Ukraine to align with the stipulations of the UN Charter. This affirmation occurred during a recent Security Council session, wherein the UN emphasized the importance of respecting Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity [UN News]. Miroslav Jenča, Assistant Secretary-General for Europe in the political…
Baker McKenzie is set to undergo a leadership transition as its Global Chair, Milton Cheng, completes his second term in October 2025. Cheng has been at the helm for six years, stepping into the role during a challenging period following the sudden passing of former leader Paul Rawlinson. In light of the upcoming elections to…
The Trump administration has filed an application with the US Supreme Court seeking to remove an order that temporarily blocks the firing of Hampton Dellinger, the head of the Office of Special Counsel. According to the application submitted on Sunday, the Trump administration contends that the order poses “an unprecedented assault on the separation of…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has raised concerns over recent Israeli military actions that have caused extensive damage to Lebanon’s infrastructure, effectively hindering the return of thousands of civilians to their homes. HRW highlights significant damage to both private households and essential public services infrastructure caused by Israeli attacks since October 2023. These attacks have impaired…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has taken a critical stance against the European Union (EU) for its lack of decisive action in response to Rwanda’s involvement in supporting the M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a report by HRW, the EU’s insufficient measures have allowed atrocities in the region to escalate,…
Since the inauguration of President Donald Trump, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has signaled a notable shift in its stance on voting rights cases. A report by Votebeat highlights this retreat from previous DOJ positions, with some cases continuing independently of federal involvement. The DOJ’s decision-making came to the fore when the US solicitor general…
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has provided an update on several ongoing inter-state cases concerning the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which allege violations of the European Convention on Human Rights. As detailed in a recent summary, these cases are pivotal in addressing the legal implications of Russia’s actions in the region. One of the pivotal…
Jessica Radke is set to join Linklaters as senior counsel within the firm’s litigation, arbitration, and investigations practice, as well as its antitrust and foreign investment group, based in London. This strategic appointment, announced Monday by the firm, marks a significant addition to their expertise in contentious competition and consumer law. Radke transitions from her…
Sidley Austin LLP has strengthened its litigation practice with the addition of Sarah Carlson, a noted product safety attorney, to its San Diego office. This strategic hire, announced on Friday, marks another significant move in the firm’s efforts to expand its expertise in consumer product safety and regulatory matters. Carlson transitions to Sidley from her…
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP has announced the addition of Heather Burke as a partner to their litigation practice in San Francisco. Burke brings a wealth of experience in antitrust, intellectual property, and class action lawsuits, further strengthening Faegre Drinker’s capabilities on the West Coast. Her legal acumen encompasses trial experience in high-stakes litigation,…
Poland has unveiled a legislative project to exempt legal professionals, including legal advisers, attorneys, tax advisers, and patent attorneys, from the obligation to disclose potentially aggressive tax arrangements. This initiative was publicly announced by the government on Monday, referencing an outline of the project published online. This policy decision is reportedly grounded in the European…
The Trump administration has initiated a significant reshuffle within the nation’s immigration courts with the termination of 20 judges, marking a controversial wave of dismissals that underscores its broader agenda of federal restructuring. This action, reported by the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, includes recently hired immigration judges and several in management positions,…
The recent developments concerning the deactivation of devices belonging to US attorneys appointed during the Biden administration have raised significant concerns within the legal community. According to information obtained by Bloomberg Law, up to 22 US attorneys had their government-issued phones and computers shut off last Friday, without any prior notice of termination or explanation….
In a move reflecting a broader trend among major law firms, Cleary Gottlieb has announced plans to shutter its Beijing office, redirecting its operations to Hong Kong by July 2025. This decision is part of a strategic consolidation aimed at enhancing efficiency in its Greater China operations. According to a statement from the firm, Cleary…
In light of recent litigation developments, a case involving a legal firm’s disputed insurance claim has surfaced, drawing attention from corporates and legal circles alike. Connolly Law Offices PLLC, based in Tacoma, Washington, has filed suit against Spinnaker Insurance Co. and Cowbell Cyber Inc. The lawsuit stems from an incident where Connolly Law was targeted…
With Arizona yet to decide on granting KPMG an alternative business structure (ABS) license in the U.S., several American law firms are capitalizing on opportunities in England, where ABS licenses have been available since 2012. Among those seizing this opportunity are AmLaw giants Reed Smith, Perkins Coie, and Alston & Bird. These moves indicate a…
In a significant legal maneuver, the Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to intervene in a case involving the firing of Hampton Dellinger from his post as head of the Office of Special Counsel. President Trump dismissed Dellinger, a Biden appointee, earlier this month without citing a reason, sparking a legal battle over the…
In a recent development that has attracted attention from across the legal community, President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Edward Martin Jr. as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C. According to a post on Truth Social, Martin, who has already been serving in this capacity on an interim basis since Trump’s…
The future of legal remedies for intimate partner violence (IPV) is currently under scrutiny by the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) as it deliberates the case of Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia. The case, granted leave due to its national significance, raises pivotal questions about whether existing tort laws adequately address the complexities of IPV, which has…
In a recent legal development, Reed Smith LLP is facing a lawsuit from one of its own business development managers, Phoebe Medeiros. As reported by Bloomberg Law, Medeiros has sued the international law firm, claiming she is owed at least $50,000 in unpaid overtime and other related costs, stemming from a demanding work schedule that…