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Rule of Law in Focus Ahead of Mexico Elections

The stakes are high as Mexicans head to the polls Sunday to elect their next president and to replenish both houses of Congress. Lawyers are worried that the result could discourage investment and threaten the judiciary.
3 minute read

International Edition

Island States Celebrate Historic Climate Change Ruling 

The opinion is not legally binding but it is seen as a groundbreaking precedent that could influence two additional climate change cases before the International Court of Justice and the Inter-American Court on Human Rights.
4 minute read

International Edition

Intimidation and Greed: Experts Speak Out on Big Law's Role in Perpetuating Child Labour

Those involved in high-profile cases believe that, despite waving the ESG flag, the world's top law firms play a critical role in exacerbating one of global society's greatest ills.
11 minute read

International Edition

UK and US Lawsuits Seek Accountability for Environmental and Financial Justice in the Middle East

The U.K. suit, filed by Hausfeld against oil giant BP, alleges health damages caused by flaring practices, while in the U.S., a class action suit filed against Lebanese financial institutions on behalf of depositors alleges financial misconduct and violations of federal racketeering laws.
3 minute read

International Edition

Head of Climate Change at Australia's Minter Ellison Departs for Consultancy

Executives are increasingly grappling with emerging risks and opportunities from climate change.
2 minute read

International Edition

Pinsent Masons Bets on Energy Transition and Infrastructure Build for Australia Expansion

The U.K.-headquartered firm has taken several teams from other firms in Australia.
4 minute read

International Edition

Kirkland Hires from HSF for London ESG Boost

ESG is today regarded as a lucrative growth area.
2 minute read

International Edition

Belgium Becomes 1st EU Country to Criminalize Ecocide

Companies that cause severe and irreparable harm to the environment could face fines of up to €1.6 million. Belgium also classified ecocide as an international crime, on par with war crimes, crimes of aggression, crimes against humanity and genocide.
2 minute read

International Edition

Quinn Emanuel's John Quinn: 'Climate Change-Related Litigation Is Going to Be a Real Growth Area'

John Quinn, co-founder of one of the world's leading litigation firms, talks about global litigation opportunities, the rise of class actions in Europe and podcasting about the law.
7 minute read

International Edition

8 Years Out, Olympic Games Projects Add to Demand for Lawyers in Australia

At this rate, lawyers and recruiters are wondering if enough lawyers will be found to meet growing demand in Brisbane, the city designated host to the 2032 Olympic Games.
4 minute read

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