Cameron Whittfield and Peggy Chow discuss the latest cybersecurity trends for consumer-facing companies including external threats which may include working with third parties and complex supply chains through to the malicious targeting of companies with ransomware, current affairs and social engineering, the cryptocurrency marketplace and geopolitical factors. They emphasise the importance of internal stakeholders speaking the same language when it comes to the intersection of technology and le...
Jul 18, 2022•20 min
In this latest podcast from the Herbert Smith Freehills' pension team, Professional Support Consultant, Tim Smith is joined by Dan Saunders, a Senior Associate in our pension disputes team. In this episode, Dan considers: • the scope of trustees potential liability if they are found to have committed a breach of trust; • the protections available to trustees in this scenario, including the effect of exoneration clauses, indemnities and insurance; • whether the recent decision in the USS case ope...
Jul 18, 2022•10 min
This podcast series features HSF practitioners discussing hot topics and live issues in the field of public procurement. In this latest episode, Tim Briggs and Adrian Brown discuss the UK Procurement Bill, which was recently introduced into Parliament, including the Bill's important proposals for simplifying contract award procedures and increasing transparency in public-sector purchasing. Speakers: Tim Briggs, Partner (Competition, Regulation and Trade) and Adrian Brown, Consultant (Competition...
Jul 13, 2022•17 min
Melanie Debenham and Tim Stutt are joined by Kathryn Pacey to break down an historic election where climate change featured prominently. The first six weeks of a new government have provided much to discuss including the Climate Change Bill to be introduced in the first week of parliament, a review to ensure the integrity of the carbon credit system (and similarly the Safeguard Mechanism), a $20 billion investment in transmission infrastructure and a raft of commitments in relation to green ener...
Jul 13, 2022•22 min
Our expert panel of Jason Betts, Aoife Xuereb, and Melissa Gladstone-Joyce discuss what a new government means for the class action landscape, and revisit their 2022 predictions by sharing key developments on issues such as class closure and the award of contingency fees.
Jul 11, 2022•24 min
In this episode of our Public Law Podcast series, we discuss the Government's new Bill of Rights Bill. Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel to receive updates on future episodes.
Jul 07, 2022•15 min
Fatim Jumabhoy and Shivchand Jhinku focus their predictions on four key areas, particularly as consumer companies grapple with their post-covid positions, including managing employee wellbeing, return to work issues, increasing bullying and harassment claims and the rise in employee activism. They note some surprising trends and research outcomes, including the interdependency between each of the issues to be managed.
Jul 06, 2022•20 min
In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2022, Mel is joined by First Nations colleagues Gemma McKinnon and Kishaya Delaney for a timely discussion, given Australia’s evolving political landscape and new government following the federal election, about the Uluru Statement from the Heart and the important progress we might expect. They explain its origin, how a First Nations Voice to Parliament could be enshrined in the constitution and the proposed Makarrata Commission to oversee the process of treaty-maki...
Jul 05, 2022•31 min
In this edition of our banking litigation podcast, we consider some recent cases that will be most relevant to in-house lawyers at banks and financial institutions. This episode is hosted by John Corrie, a partner in our banking litigation team, who is joined by Ceri Morgan and special guest Tom Wyer. You can find links to our blogs on the cases covered in this podcast below: • High Court dismisses Quincecare duty claim giving guidance on the scope and nature of the duty https://hsfnotes.com/ban...
Jul 04, 2022•20 min
Asset Confiscation Under Russian Sanctions: An Update In this mini-series, Jonathan Cross, Dr. Marius Boewe, and Susannah Cogman focus on recent confiscations and seizures implemented in the US, EU, and UK in responses to the crisis in Ukraine. We will continue to monitor developments in this area, and encourage you to subscribe to be kept informed of latest developments. Speakers: Jonathan Cross, Partner, New York, Dr. Marius Boewe, Partner, Dusseldorf, Susannah Cogman, Partner, London Moderate...
Jul 04, 2022•36 min
In this episode of our Private Wealth & Charities podcast series Richard Norridge and Hussein Mithani talk to Richard Honey QC about his role as a charity trustee, the challenges faced by running a charity which supports an overseas university, and what is on the horizon for the charity. Richard Honey QC also explains what resources he uses to get to grips with charity law rules. Part 2 of 2 Speakers: Richard Norridge https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/our-people/richard-norridge, Hussein...
Jul 04, 2022•16 min
Senior associate Howard Chan discusses competition law enforcement in the pharmaceutical sector with Frances Xu and Hazel Xu of our joint legal operation partner Kewei Law Firm, comparing the key areas of focus for competition law regulators in China and around the world.
Jul 04, 2022•15 min
Melbourne senior associate, Philip Aitken, is joined by Marcel Nuys, Partner our competition team in Dusseldorf and Sakurayuki, M&A partner at our associate firm Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung to discuss the complex and evolving interaction between competition law and ESG collaborations. The panel discusses the approaches taken by competition authorities in Europe, Asia and Australia to this complex issue.
Jul 04, 2022•25 min
In episode 14, Emma and Rebekah discuss the increasing regulatory scrutiny and expected standards of conduct to prevent ‘greenwashing’ in the promotion of products to consumers both in Australia and overseas.
Jul 01, 2022•12 min
In this 14th episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts, we look at the most recent decisions on trial witness statements, a decision on what parties can do when they have received a draft judgment under embargo, upcoming changes to the circumstances in which proceedings can be served on parties outside the jurisdiction and a recent decision on consequential losses. This episode is hosted by Anna Pertoldi, a partner in our litigation team, who is joined by Maura McIntosh, a p...
Jun 30, 2022•21 min
In our Herbert Smith Freehills "on the horizon" podcast, we discuss the material developments in corporate law and regulation we expect to see in the next 6 - 12 months which will be of interest to listed companies. In this episode we talk about: • new reporting requirements around climate change and diversity • Companies House reform • the latest on the audit and corporate governance reforms • the proposals to reshape the listing regime and • the latest on the prospectus regime and secondary ca...
Jun 30, 2022•30 min
In this episode of our Private Wealth & Charities podcast series Richard Norridge and Hussein Mithani talk to Richard Honey QC about his professional career as a barrister, village green disputes, and how he became involved in running a charity which supports a university in Sierra Leone. Part 1 of 2 Speakers: Richard Norridge https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/our-people/richard-norridge, Hussein Mithani https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/our-people/hussein-mithani and Richard Honey Q...
Jun 27, 2022•20 min
