Former Dechert general counsel Arthur Newbold has been issued a subpoena in the United States concerning torture and hacking allegations that are being contested in London. The claims are being brought forward by Karam Al Sadeq, a Jordanian lawyer whose legal representatives are seeking Newbold’s testimony on his purported knowledge of Dechert LLP’s involvement in Al Sadeq’s alleged abuse, the firm’s awareness of these allegations, and any actions taken by Dechert to manage public perception and potentially cover up the misconduct.
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