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Hong Kong Law Society and Bar Association Defend Court Decision Against Beijing Attack

The Bar Association and even the conservative Law Society issued statements defending a Hong Kong court's ruling that the mask ban issued last month by the city government was unconstitutional.
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Hong Kong Court Extends Ban on Online Content That 'Incites Violence'

The ruling raises questions about government efforts to place restraints on speech in Hong Kong, where online censorship has not previously been an issue.
3 minute read

International Edition

Clifford Chance Will Help Challenge Anti-LGBTQ Laws

The new pro bono project is spearheaded by Clifford Chance's global head of inclusion, Tiernan Brady, who was the leading voice behind the legalisation of same-sex marriage in Ireland and Australia.
4 minute read

International Edition

Facebook Must Remove Hateful Posts Worldwide, Top EU Court Rules

The decision means internet platforms will be required to take more responsibility for patrolling their sites for content that has been ruled illegal. Facebook says it "raises critical questions around freedom of expression."
3 minute read

International Edition

Top EU Court to Issue 'Right to be Forgotten' Ruling in Google Case

The ruling comes at a time when tensions have been rising worldwide between the protection of an individual's data and freedom of speech. It also highlights the clash between EU regulators and U.S. tech companies.
4 minute read

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Top EU Court Hears Arguments in Privacy Case That Could Upend Transatlantic Data Transfers

The outcome of the case could change the rules governing privacy for the world's largest online platforms and have major implications for the way in which data can be transferred across markets.
3 minute read

International Edition

Is Mark Mansell Just A Scapegoat?

The A&O partner who has been referred to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal for his role acting for Harvey Weinstein has several supporters in the industry.
5 minute read

International Edition

CMS Client Bloomberg Loses Privacy Battle Against Tycoon

Byrne and Partners helped secure the victory, asserting privacy case law established as a result of the legal action by Sir Cliff Richard against the BBC last year.
3 minute read

International Edition

Reflections of a Refugee Lawyer on International Women's Day

An attorney who works with refugees asks, "Can we talk about equal rights for women—all women—when refugee women are excluded from this dialogue?"
8 minute read

International Edition

Freshfields' Pro Bono Team Defeats Government in Landmark Supreme Court Ruling

Magic circle firm acted alongside charities the Helen Bamber Foundation, Freedom From Torture and Medical Justice.
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