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What It's Like Managing the Legal Expectations of 55 Countries

Hager Gueldich says in her role as legal counsel of the African Union, she is not only a legal adviser but also a mediator, a strategist, and at times, a negotiator at the intersection of law and politics.
5 minute read

International Edition

European Court Delivers Landmark Climate Ruling

For the first time, the European Court of Human Rights has ruled on the issue of state action on climate change.
4 minute read

International Edition

Letters to Sunak: Lawyers Lock Horns Over UK Arms Sales to Israel

The latest letter, published by UK Lawyers for Israel, has been signed by top industry figures including Slaughter and May's Deborah Finkler, Latham's Ed Barnett, and former Fieldfisher managing partner Michael Chissick.
3 minute read

International Edition

High Court Overturns Three Judgments to End Azima Hacking Case

In February, Azima accepted Dechert's offer to settle the portion of their dispute playing out in London, which includes £3 million in damages and likely many million more in costs.
2 minute read

International Edition

Redefining Humanity's Relationship with the Animal Kingdom through Legal Reform

More than 40 countries have recognized animal sentience by law, and an increasing number of countries have enacted first ever anti-cruelty laws or are updating existing laws to better protect animals.
4 minute read

International Edition

Beyond Borders: Navigating Global Business Compliance With the FCPA

Companies with any international operations should ensure they have a robust written policy and compliance program focused on anti-bribery and corruption. This is especially true where companies have foreign subsidiaries or engage third parties in foreign countries for sales, consulting and other activities.
8 minute read

International Edition

Allen & Overy Launches Riyadh Office

Saudi Arabia's growing importance for international firms has been reflected in the increasing number of firms who have made Riyadh their regional headquarters in the Middle East.
3 minute read

International Edition

Ukraine 2 Years On: Daily Air Raids, an Upswing in Legal Work and the Restitution Effort

One of Ukraine's leading lawyers speaks about the realities of daily life as a lawyer in Kyiv.
4 minute read

International Edition

Uganda's 'Lady Justice': The Judge Who Voted Against South Africa at the ICJ

"I know that this is going to be a tough job and an ultimate test of my personal judicial independence and courage," Justice Julia Sebutinde said in 2012 when she was appointed the first African woman on the International Court of Justice.
5 minute read

International Edition

International Law and the Case Against Israel: What Happens Now?

The high-profile case before the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide demonstrates both the promise and limitations of international law, experts say. 
7 minute read

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