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The rise of ESG and why it matters to everyone

The involvement of global institutions began in 2000 with the publishing of the UN Millennium Development Goals aimed at tackling poverty.

Revolution or Evolution? Technology and the changing dispute Resolution Landscape

Our tech disputes experts explore the key changes and the effect that these are having on the way in which we can minimise exposure and navigate the new environment to successfully resolve disputes.

Climate Change: A Board Level Consideration

The world's average surface temperature has risen by approximately 1°C since pre-industrial levels and the increase will surpass 1.5°C between 2030 and 2052

The rise of using cryptocurrency in business

Considering the benefits of crypto

Despite COVID-19, Global Financial Wealth Soared to Record High of $250 Trillion in 2020

Total Global Financial Wealth Reached New Heights in 2020, Rising 8.3% as Strong Stock Market Performance and a Spike in Savings Fueled a Wealth Boom, Says New Report by Boston Consulting Group

Want greater psychological safety and better chairing in your boardroom? Try investing in team alignment, new report finds

Boardroom dynamics play a crucial role too so it is troubling to think that so few boards are truly challenging the status quo.

Navigating the US regulatory maze: What real estate managers need to know

At IQ-EQ, we are trying to help RE managers navigate the complex maze of SEC regulations.

SPACs in 2021 – the new model for private equity?

SPACS offer unique opportunities all round.

Financial Ombudsman Service complaints rise across the FS Sector during pandemic

Financial services regulatory dispute resolution expert, and ex-FOS ombudsman, Anthony Harrison of Pinsent Masons, the law firm behind Out-Law, said the complaint data showed the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on lives and livelihoods has been profound.

How to make innovation-based change work for lawyers

Embracing design thinking is a start, but incorporating behavioural science and data science has to be next on the agenda.

Foreign Investment in Australia: what you need to know

This latest version of our popular Foreign Investment in Australia publication, covers these recent changes as well as the overall regime in detail.

Always revitalising and evolving

The report notes that the decision whether to provide for NCPTs is ultimately one of policy, on which different countries have taken different views.

Non Fungible Tokens: Legal issues to be considered

Before the recent surge in the use of NFTs, creators faced limitations on the revenue that they could generate from their works.

Morton Fraser ranked in the UK’s top 10 best law firms to work for

Morton Fraser also secured 24th place in the Top Companies to Work For in Scotland.

To co-work or not to co-work? Important UK employment considerations for coworking spaces

Flexible office space can take many forms

Best Lawyers recognition for six Carey Olsen partners

Recognition by Best Lawyers, which publishes highly regarded guides to the legal profession in 76 countries, is based entirely on peer review.

A&M Taxand 2021 Global Guide to M&A Tax

The past year also left the markets wondering whether a trade deal would ever be struck between the UK and the European Commission as the Brexit deadline loomed.

How the world’s richest defend their wealth, with help from a dedicated industry

They’re paid millions to hide trillions.

Article 27 representatives not liable under GDPR, says High Court

A number of companies have set themselves up to provide this representative service, but until now, it has not been entirely clear the extent to which such a representative might be liable itself to fines from supervisory authorities or other enforcement

Norton Rose Fulbright wins second award

This year, Legal Week recognised Norton Rose Fulbright for its work in developing a new model for dealing with litigation following a significant cyber-attack.

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