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Brexit's Unwelcome Effect on Commercial Litigation and Arbitration

As the UK attempts to join the Lugano Convention, questions are being asked about London's position as a litigation and arbitration centre.
5 minute read

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Shell Defeated in Nigerian Oil Pollution Case

One of Europe's top courts held oil major Shell liable for the actions of its Nigerian-based subsidiary.
3 minute read

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Quinn Emanuel Takes UK Firm's Disputes Head In London Boost

The partner also led the U.K. firm's London contentious asset management group as well as its reputation management practice.
3 minute read

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3 Brazilian Law Firms Guide Mining Giant Vale to $7B Settlement

The deal for social and environmental reparations after a 2019 accident appears to be the largest mediation agreement ever reached in Latin America.
3 minute read

International Edition

Greenberg Secures Victory In Hotly-Anticipated SFO Supreme Court Battle

The Supreme Court overturned a High Court decision in a legal battle over the extent of the Serious Fraud Office's extra-jurisdictional powers.
4 minute read

International Edition

EU's Vaccine Export Blocks Weakened Brexit Agreement, Lawyers Say

Lawyers say EU officials' now-scrapped decision to trigger a safeguard clause has cast a cloud over an agreement meant to prevent border checks between Ireland and Northern Ireland post-Brexit.
4 minute read

International Edition

Is Hong Kong Losing Its Lustre as Favored Arbitration Hub?

Lawyers say clients have been voicing concerns about the potential impact of recent developments on contract disputes if they were to arbitrate in Hong Kong. Singapore stands to benefit.
5 minute read

International Edition

Shearman Global Arbitration Heads Lead Mass Defection To Launch Own Firm

The new arbitration boutique will have offices in Paris, London and New York.
3 minute read

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ENRC Sues Cohen & Gresser Partner in 'Systematic Leaking' Dispute

The London court claim alleges the partner made the leaks when working at the Serious Fraud Office.
3 minute read

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Can Governments Sue Over Vaccine Delays? Yes, but ...

Lawyers say that threats in Europe to sue are just that—threats—designed to put pressure on producers and, potentially, save face.
4 minute read

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