HUMAN RIGHTS
Saudi launches human rights database initiative
As Saudi Aramco prepares Riyadh IPO, the Kingdom launches database initiative to monitor implementation of international law mechanisms.
Regulatory
LEGAL ETHICS
General counsel in the discomfort zone
Research reveals a third of in-house counsel are asked to advise on matters that make them feel ethically uncomfortable.
LEGAL MANAGEMENT
Two-decade campaign pays off
After 20 years of campaigning, Law Society of Ireland welcomes availability of limited liability partnerships for solicitors.
LAW SOCIETY
Ireland keeps its Brexit gains
With 20,000th name added, the Law Society of Ireland flags a year of historic milestones, major changes and ambitious new projects.
LAW SOCIETY
Vietnam Prime Minister backs legal profession
Vietnam's prime minster lends support to improving the country's legal profession.
CONSULTATION
UK solicitor body launches consultation
New SRA strategy aims to help broader public interests as it focuses on high professional standards, innovation and collaboration.
SOUTH KOREA
In-house campaign in KICKA-off
In-house counsel body in South Korea boosts PR efforts as KICA launched new homepage launched.
LEGAL MARKET
Under the spotlight in HK
Putting Hong Kong into perspective for general counsel and taking compliance up the agenda key messages at Hong Kong in-house gathering.
JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE
Scots defend judicial independence
As UK prepares for another turbulent week of Brexit, Scots judges defend their role after political and media attacks, and the Supreme Court may well agree with them.
REGULATION
Company boards face up to increased regulation and risk
Regulatory reform continues apace for Australian companies in 2019 and building resilience is critical.