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JUST LAUNCHED: Legal 500's Country Comparative Guide for Employee Incentives Unlock a practical overview of Employee Incentives laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions and navigate the complexities of employee benefits, globally. This guide covers essential topics, such as: • Incentive plans • Share options • Compensation • Key legal requirements Discover the Employee Incentives guide - https://ow.ly/lMet50V1Po0 With special thanks to Claire Prentice of Travers Smith for their valued insights and expertise. #EmployeeIncentives #Legal500 #EmploymentLaw #EmployeeBenefits #IncentivePlans #CompensationLaw #GlobalBusiness #CorporateLaw #LegalGuide #LaborLaw

We are thrilled to welcome our keynote speakers, Penny Mallory and Jamil Qureshi, to Enterprise GC 2025, taking place on 28 -29 April 2025 at the Hilton London Wembley. This year’s event promises to deliver unparalleled insights from leaders across various sectors. • Penny Mallory – A former world rally championship driver and qualified psychological performance coach who is a specialist in mental toughness. Penny will share powerful insights on resilience, adaptability and high-performance. • Jamil Qureshi – The first-ever official psychologist to work with the European Ryder Cup team, playing a key role in their 2006 record-equalling victory. Beyond sport, Jamil has delivered leadership programmes at board level for Coca-Cola, HP, Emirates, Serco, Marks & Spencer and RBS. Jamil will share his expertise in performance psychology, leadership and driving cultural change and team performance. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join us at Enterprise GC 2025. More information about Penny and Jamil can be found at https://lnkd.in/eKjiX77F, and you can register at https://lnkd.in/emCdiiCY We would like to thank both Penny and Jamil for joining us and look forward to the invaluable knowledge and perspectives they will share at Enterprise GC 2025. #Legal500 #Legal500Events #EnterpriseGC2025 #LegalLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment

HOT TOPIC with Legal 500 and VG LAWYERS - Breaking Boundaries: Economic Operators’ Freedom to Organize Third-Party Relationships in Public Procurement Explore the evolving landscape of public procurement and the growing importance of third-party relationships. This article delves into the European Union's approach to allowing economic operators to rely on third parties to meet tender requirements, fostering greater flexibility and inclusivity. It also examines the challenges faced by operators, particularly SMEs, when restrictive practices hinder their ability to participate. Learn how the EU's legal framework is shaping the future of public procurement. Read the full article: https://ow.ly/AmpJ50V1QYo With special thanks to Mr. Constantine Vrettos and Mrs. Maria Psarra of VG LAWYERS their valued insights and expertise. #PublicProcurement #EULaw #LegalInsights #SMEs #TenderRequirements #EconomicOperators #ThirdPartyRelationships #LegalFramework #VGLawyers #ProcurementChallenges

AI Legal Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of AI & Law! The countdown is on! With just a month to go, the AI Legal Summit 2025, hosted by Legal Business, is set to be a game-changer for legal and tech professionals. Join us on Thursday 27 March 2025, as we tackle AI’s biggest legal and regulatory challenges, including: • Compliance – Navigating frameworks like the EU AI Act • Ethics – Building trustworthy AI systems • IP & Disputes – Addressing AI-driven legal conflicts • Future of Work – AI’s impact on business and legal teams Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and gain insights from top legal minds, barristers, and tech experts. Don’t miss out—secure your place now: https://lnkd.in/ewsH_cfr A special thank you to Burges Salmon LLP, LexisNexis and Taylor Wessing for sponsoring this must-attend event! #Legal500 #Legal500Events #LegalBusiness #AISummit2025 #AIinLaw #TechLaw #LegalInnovation #AIRegulation.

Reflecting on the success of GC Summit Vietnam 2025! Legal 500 is proud to celebrate the success of GC Summit Vietnam 2025, which took place on Tuesday 25 February 2025 at the Caravelle Hotel. Leading practitioners and in-house counsel gathered for a day of insightful discussions, practical advice, and valuable networking. This year’s summit tackled some of the most pressing issues facing in-house legal teams with investment management, employment law, investigations, digital transformation and the changing role of GCs on the agenda. Drawing on the expertise of our esteemed speakers, attendees walked away with actionable insights to strengthen their legal strategies and leadership capabilities. To find out more about the discussions that took place, visit https://lnkd.in/exy2cM8R A huge thank you to headline sponsor Frasers Law Company, as well as sponsors LNT & Partners and ASL LAW firm for making GC Summit Vietnam 2025 possible. #Legal500 #Legal500Events #GeneralCounsel #Vietnam 

Legal 500’s inaugural US Elite rankings are now live! Highlighting key practitioners outside of the global elite firms in New York, Chicago, and Washington DC, our inaugural rankings encompass corporate and M&A, commercial disputes, and international litigation. These rankings were compiled through extensive research, including firm submissions and interviews with practitioners. Thank you to all firms who participated, and congratulations to all attorneys who have been ranked! The rankings can be viewed here: https://ow.ly/JhCU50V4eyf If you have any queries about the rankings, please visit our FAQ page: https://ow.ly/wHs650V4eyg For questions and suggestions about future editions, please contact US Editor Barnaby Merrill: Barnaby.merrill@legal500.com For any commercial enquiries, please contact Jeremy Stephenson, Business Development Director: Jeremy.stephenson@legal500.com #Legal500 #USElite #LawRankings #LegalExcellence #RegionalLawyers #LegalProfessionals #TopLawyers #USLegalMarket #Recognition #L500 #USLawyers #legaldirectory #legaldirectories #washington #chicago #nyc #Newyork #USA #US #Lawyers #Law

Navigating the Complexities of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership We’re thrilled to share the latest episode of Legal 500’s Corporate Conversation series, featuring Kariem Abdellatif, Head of Mercator by Citco. In this episode, Kariem takes a deep dive into the intricate world of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO)—a topic that has never been more relevant. With ongoing litigation and Supreme Court petitions shaping the future of the Corporate Transparency Act in the United States, in-house legal teams face mounting challenges in compliance and reporting. Key discussion points: ·        The evolving regulatory landscape of UBO ·        Practical strategies for ensuring compliance ·        Cross-border complexities in UBO reporting ·        How technology can simplify UBO processes If you're an in-house counsel, compliance officer, or corporate governance professional, this episode is not to be missed! Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eHpBWfPE #CorporateGovernance #LegalCompliance #UBO #BeneficialOwnership #InHouseCounsel #RegulatoryInsights #Legal500TV #Legal500 #legalteams

JUST LAUNCHED: Legal 500's Country Comparative Guide for Public Procurement Gain a practical overview of Public Procurement laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions. This guide covers key topics, including: • Government contracting laws • Complex contracts • Bid evaluation • Common challenges Stay informed on best practices and legal insights to navigate the procurement landscape. Discover the Public Procurement guide - https://ow.ly/Joso50V1Pe9 With special thanks to Fleur Turrington and Jennifer Clarke of Shoosmiths for their valued insights and expertise. #PublicProcurement #Legal500 #GovernmentContracts #ContractLaw #LegalInsights #ProcurementLaw #BidEvaluation #PublicSector #LegalGuide #ContractingChallenges

HOT TOPIC with Legal 500 and Veirano Advogados - Brazil’s blooming natural gas market: unlocking the Transition Economy Brazil's natural gas market is rapidly evolving, playing a crucial role in bridging the gap between fossil fuels and renewable energy. With a 15% surge in consumption in 2024, Brazil is leveraging its natural gas sector to drive infrastructure modernization, regulatory innovation, and private-sector investment. This "transition economy" is positioning Brazil for sustainable growth while reducing carbon emissions. Discover how investors can capitalize on this unique opportunity in one of the world’s most promising green economies. Read the full article: https://ow.ly/q7fK50V1Qmr With special thanks to Ali Hage, Lívia Amorim, Tito Rosa and Arthur Lardosa of Veirano Advogados for their valued insights and expertise. #NaturalGas #TransitionEconomy #SustainableGrowth #BrazilEnergy #EnergyTransition #RegulatoryInnovation #PrivateSectorInvestment #GreenEconomy #FossilFuels #Legal500

Following the successful launch of Legal 500 Deutschland 2025 on Thursday 13 February, and the GC Powerlist Germany event on Thursday 20 February, we were thrilled to present the Legal 500 Germany Awards on Friday 21 February. The event celebrated the outstanding achievements of German law firms, in-house legal departments, and lawyers who have truly gone above and beyond. A special thank you to Anna Bauböck, Clara-Maria Mozes, Kathrin Zuser and their judging team for their hard work in selecting the winners. With such high-quality submissions, the decision-making process was no easy task! The shortlisted and awarded individuals and teams have demonstrated exceptional excellence, and it was an honour to celebrate their achievements. • View the full list of winners here: https://lnkd.in/dcH7-ph8 • Relive the evening via event photos: https://lnkd.in/dmQJfcHY • Check out the photo wall: https://lnkd.in/dCHVcdq3 Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to everyone who joined us in celebration! We hope you had a fantastic evening and look forward to seeing you again next year. #Legal500 #Legal500Awards #Germany