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This paper analyses three major banking crises over the past two decades to explain, on the basis of evidence, why restructuring systemic banks’ balance sheets is the most effective approach when bailing-out a banking system in Hong Kong.

Your initial reaction to the offer of an international assignment will probably be excitement — and understandably so. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity through which you can expand your knowledge, experience and personal value. However, take a minute to think about the logistics — personally and professionally — before you book your flight.

This presentation is on the Apparel Industry experience.

Data breaches are serious issues. Australian and global in-house counsel need to prepare in advance for malicious attacks on their customers' data.

This article offers expert insights on finding, training, and managing in-house attorneys all over the globe.

Discusses the basics of an American lawsuit against a European company and examines traditional notions of comity, the Hague Evidence Conventions and the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Aerospatiale.

This article addresses the three broad topics that many Boards of Directors are examining as they review and assess cybersecurity issues.

To facilitate a smooth transition of employment status, use the following checklist when going through a termination. It will help gather all pertinent information regarding the employee and the termination. The checklist relates to US contexts.

This is a sample company employee handbook.

What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What criteria are applied in your country to determine if a debtor is insolvent?

This article explores the legal issues posed by AI and deepfakes in the entertainment industry.

This article covers Governor Newsom's commitment to signing into law two bills that would require certain companies that do business in California to disclose their GHG emissions and climate-related financial risks.

Overview of the data and metrics to track and how this relates to Contract Lifecycle Management.

This is a sample document collection checklist.

This presentation involves a wide ranging discussion of topics encountered in the purchase and sale of goods internationally including: an examination of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods and the United Nations Convention on the Limitation Period in the International Sale of Goods; a survey of the major similarities and differences between the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods and the Uniform Commercial Code (e.g. how contract formation and the “battle of the forms” are handled under each); an update on Incoterm 2010 recently issued by the International Chamber of Commerce; a survey of commonly used arbitration rules/conventions; relevant import/export issues; and other issues impacting the international purchase and sale of goods.

Don Hughes, vice president and EMEA general counsel at Hitachi Data Systems (HDS), has a PhD in semiconductor physics from Cardiff University in Wales where he subsequently also gained a distinction in his law finals. In this interview he discusses the benefits of his dual degrees and the emerging markets in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

The noticeable refocussing of attention by boards on the non-financial risks organisations take has created opportunities for in-house counsel to refresh our value proposition to employers. However, have we truly seized these opportunities for what they are, and, if we have, are we ready to take them on and deliver on expectations?

This InfoPAK takes a unique, practitioner-focused approach to exploring the ACC Value Challenge initiative (“AVC”) of reconnecting cost and value within the context of small law departments. Using case-studies proffered by in-house counsel from various small law departments, this InfoPAK examines the ways in which these small law department practitioners have implemented the concepts and principles espoused in the AVC into every day practice. Starting with the general principles of the AVC, it then provides details on each in-house counsel’s unique experiences in implementing the value-based concepts, followed by a summary of the practices utilized and the key takeaways for readers. Finally, the InfoPAK provides additional practical guidance, including an extensive list of additional resources on the topic from both the ACC Value Challenge library, general resource collections, various topic-specific checklists, and other highly relevant articles at the end of the document.

This article discusses business formation, employment, taxation, and other issues to consider when doing business in Nigeria.

This White Paper is part of a series of Latham & Watkins publications highlighting significant developments under Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and outlining some of the major workstreams that foreign financial institutions must complete in order to comply with FATCA.

This article lists the key changes you need to know about the most significant reform of French contract law since 1804.

702 - Workplace Law Training: A Key Affirmative Defense for Small Law Departments

By taking an inside look behind the arbitration process, in-house counsel can learn how to master the art of arbitration and ensure that their company stays out of the courtroom for the foreseeable future.

This article discusses an underwritten topic: the transition from in-house to law firm. For those considering the move, there’s a lot to keep in mind, including how to choose the right firm and how to develop a business plan that highlights your abilities. There are no hard and fast rules — every experience is different. Learn from several of your peers.