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Welcome to the CM Murray LLP podcast channel where we discuss a wide range of topical issues in relation to partnership and employment law. CM Murray LLP is a leading partnership, employment and regulatory law firm based in London. We advise US and UK law firms and partners, hedge fund and investment management partners, US and other multi-national employers, senior executives and founders on a range of UK partnership and employment law issues.
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Professional Services in the Age of AI: Regulation, Strategy, and Real-World Impact Professional Practices Alliance (PPA) Webinar Recording
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53:18We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent webinar, Professional Services in the Age of AI: Regulation, Strategy, and Real-World Impact. In this discussion, Anthony Davis (FisherBroyles), Devika Kewalramani, (FisherBroyles), Dr Robert Millard (Cambridge Strategy Group), David Shufflebotham (PepUp Consulting) and Nick Leale (CM M…
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Navigating Reverse Discrimination: Addressing Concerns of Those Who Feel Diversity Targets are Working Against Them
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33:56Following the 6th IFSEA International Conference on Executive & Founder Issues in June 2025, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the session, ‘Navigating Reverse Discrimination: Addressing Concerns of Those Who Feel Diversity Targets are Working Against Them’. Listen to the recording here and see below for further details.In t…
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Anonymity in Workplace Investigations – Key Legal and Practical Issues - Webinar Recording
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55:57Anonymity in workplace investigations is a double-edged sword: it can protect whistleblowers but also complicate investigations and fairness. In the recording of our recent IFSEA webinar, we were joined by:- Rachida el Johari, Sagiure Legal, Amsterdam - Mathilde Houet Weil, Weil & Associés, Paris- Colleen Cleary, Simmons & Simmons, Dublin- Andrew P…
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Reputational Issues in Workplace Investigations - Investigations Podcast
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20:14In the third and final episode of our podcast series with Emily Kaufer, Senior Director of Human Rights and Harassment at Air Canada, Emma Bartlett, Partner, and Gabrielle Lintott, Senior Associate, at CM Murray LLP, discuss some of the reputational issues at play when it comes to workplace investigations.In this recording, Emma, Gabrielle and Emil…
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Shielding Your Team: Enhancing Safety and Security in the Modern Workplace - Post-IFSEA Conference Podcast Recording
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16:57Following the 6th IFSEA International Conference on Executive & Founder Issues in June 2025, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the session, ‘Shielding Your Team: Enhancing Safety and Security in the Modern Workplace’. Watch the video, listen to the recording or read the transcript.In this engaging discussion, the panellists …
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Breaking the Silence: “Everyone knew but no one did anything” - Tackling Workplace Harassment and Bullying, and Ineffective Regulation
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36:16Following the 6th IFSEA International Conference on Executive & Founder Issues in June 2025, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the session, ‘Breaking the Silence: “Everyone knew but no one did anything” – Tackling Workplace Harassment and Bullying, and Ineffective Regulation’. Watch the video, listen to the recording or read…
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Leading Through Strikes: Executive Strategies for Union Engagement - Post-IFSEA Conference Podcast Recording
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35:56Following the 6th IFSEA International Conference on Executive & Founder Issues in June 2025, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast for the session ‘Leading Through Strikes: Executive Strategies for Union Engagement’. Watch the video or listen to the recording here.In this brilliant discussion, the IFSEA annual conference panellists…
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Financial and Operational Issues for Firms considering Private Equity Investment
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18:25In this fifth video in our series focusing on Private Equity investment in professional services firms, Partner Zulon Begum is joined by special guest Claire Watkins, Partner and Head of the Professional Practices Group at Buzzacott LLP, to discuss the key financial and operational considerations that firms should be thinking about when contemplati…
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Private Equity Investment in Law Firms: The Regulatory Landscape
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40:02In this fourth recording in our series focusing on Private Equity investment in professional services firms, Partners Zulon Begum, Corinne Staves and Nick Leale discuss the key regulatory considerations that firms should be thinking about when contemplating PE investment for their firm.In this video, Zulon, Corinne and Nick discuss:- How does PE in…
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A Partner 101 to Mandatory Retirement Ages and Age Discrimination within Partnerships: Ten-Minute
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16:24In this Ten-Minute Talk, Senior Partner Sarah Chilton and Senior Associate Wonu Sanda discuss mandatory retirement ages (MRAs) in partnerships and takeaways from the Scott v Walker Morris LLP case that has reignited interest in this topic.If you are a partner facing a mandatory retirement policy or a firm leader wanting a quick overview of this are…
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Managing Partner Performance: The One with the Squabbling Partners
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35:15In this second in our series focusing on the key issues surrounding partner performance in law firms, Partners Zulon Begum and David Fisher are joined by special guests Nick Jarrett-Kerr and Jonathan Middleburgh from leading law firm consultancy, Edge International, and authors of the book Managing Partner Performance: Strategies for Transforming U…
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Legal Privilege and SRA Investigations Unpacked: ReguLaw Podcast
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25:04In the next episode of our regulatory podcast ReguLaw, Partner and Regulatory specialist, Andrew Pavlovic, and Associate, Liz Pearson are joined by Adam Sher of Fountain Court Chambers. Adam has a broad commercial practice, but has a particular interest in all aspects of legal professional privilege. Adam has been involved in a number of important …
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Governance Issues for Firms considering Private Equity Investment
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17:38In this third discussion in our series focusing on Private Equity investment in professional services firms, Managing Partner Clare Murray and Partners Corinne Staves and Zulon Begum discuss the key considerations in relation to governance that firms should be thinking about when contemplating PE investment for their firm. In this discussion, Clare…
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Navigating Reputational Risks in SRA Investigation: ReguLaw Podcast with special guest Michael Evans of Byfield
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26:09In the next episode of our regulatory podcast ReguLaw, Partner and Regulatory specialist, Andrew Pavlovic, and Associate, Liz Pearson are joined by Michael Evans of Byfield. Byfield are market leaders in providing reputation counsel to law firms and individuals facing regulatory investigations and proceedings and Michael has significant experience …
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The LLP: 25 Years On - Professional Practices Alliance Webinar
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56:57In this panel discussion, subject specialists share their expert insights into the interesting and challenging features of LLPs that they have seen over the last 25 years and what they see approaching on the horizon for LLPs. Jeremy Callman (Ten Old Square), Dr Robert Millard (Cambridge Strategy Group) and Corinne Staves (CM Murray LLP) join chair …
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International Investigations: Protecting Your Interests Across Borders - IFSEA Webinar Recording
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53:59We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent webinar International Investigations: Protecting Your Interests Across Borders, where our panel discussed the complex and often challenging practical issues that arise during international investigations.In this webinar recording, chair Emma Bartlett (Partner at CM Murray LLP), Adam Tol…
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Is The Glue That Holds Partnerships Together Coming Unstuck?
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24:53We are delighted to share with you a recording of the discussion Is The Glue That Holds Partnerships Together Coming Unstuck? which took place at an event we held recently in London.The discussion explored the evolving dynamics of professional partnerships and the challenges they face in today's complex legal and business environment. Taking place …
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Global Legal Expansion - Reflecting on 2024 and Forecasting 2025
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45:06In this podcast focusing on global legal expansion, Partners Corinne Staves and Zulon Begum are joined by special guest Robert C. Bata, Founder and Principal of Warwick Place Legal, for a detailed discussion on trends from 2024, insights from the Warwick Place Global Expansion Index and predictions for the year ahead. Listen to the full episode her…
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Practice Across The Pond - Episode 3: Navigating Transatlantic Structures in Professional Services
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18:48We are delighted to share the next episode of Practice Across the Pond, where we discuss the regulatory and ethical approaches taken to various matters from both a UK (England and Wales) and US (New York) perspective. In this episode, CM Murray LLP Partners Corinne Staves and Zulon Begum and Devika Kewalramani, Partner and General Counsel at Fisher…
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Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment Related Investigations: Legal Perspectives from Canada and the UK
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32:41We are pleased to introduce a three-part podcast series focusing on investigations, where Emma Bartlett, Partner, and Gabrielle Lintott, Associate, at CM Murray LLP, are joined by special guest, Emily Kaufer, Senior Director of Human Rights and Harassment at Air Canada.In this first recording, Emma, Gabrielle and Emily discuss domestic violence and…
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How Do You Attract and Retain ‘High Flyer’ Partners?
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56:06We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent webinar, ‘How Do You Attract and Retain ‘High Flyer’ Partners?’, in which partnership specialists discuss navigating the recruitment process for high flyers and important issues facing such decision making within professional practice firms.n this recording, Chair Corinne Staves (Partne…
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Practice Across The Pond - Episode 2: How is Partner Conduct Regulated and Managed in the UK and US?
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20:56We are delighted to share the next episode of Practice Across the Pond, where we discuss the regulatory and ethical approaches taken to various matters from both a UK (England and Wales) and US (New York) perspective. In this episode, CM Murray LLP Partners Corinne Staves and Andrew Pavlovic and Devika Kewalramani, Partner and General Counsel at Fi…
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Managing Partner Performance in Professional Services Firms & Evaluating Contribution
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56:21We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent webinar, ‘Managing Partner Performance in Professional Services Firms, Evaluating Contribution and Using Partner Processes to Drive Your Firm’s Strategy’, in which partnership and regulatory law specialists discuss how to manage successfully partner promotion and remuneration processes …
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Equity in cricket, building trust & supporting vulnerable witnesses & dealing with anonymity
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18:02We are delighted to introduce a new series, ‘Navigating Investigations’, where we discuss difficult issues that investigators often grapple with.In this first episode, Partner Emma Bartlett is joined by a special guest, Cindy Butts, Chair of the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC), experienced in conducting investigations, tackling …
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We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent webinar, ‘Cash, Remuneration and Economic Uncertainty’, in which partnership and regulatory law specialists discuss navigating economic uncertainty and how this can be successfully achieved within professional firms.Robert Millard of Cambridge Strategy Group, David Shufflebotham of Pep …
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Practice Across The Pond: Introduction to the Regulatory Landscape and Conflict Management
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30:17We are delighted to introduce a brand new series of talks, Practice Across the Pond, in which we discuss the regulatory and ethical approaches taken to various matters from both a UK (England and Wales) and US (New York perspective).In this episode, CM Murray LLP Partners Corinne Staves and Andrew Pavlovic and Devika Kewalramani, Partner and Genera…
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Restrictive Covenants Around the World: Podcast preview of IFSEA Conference 2024 panel
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13:45In this short podcast, Chair Mark Risk (Mark Risk PC, New York) and Panellists Amit Bindra (The Prinz Law Firm, Chicago), Omar Molina Garcia (Augusta Abogados, Spain), and Jane Amphlett (Howard Kennedy LLP, UK) discuss briefly some of the issues that they will be analysing in their panel session at the 5th IFSEA Conference on Risk, Reward and Reput…
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The Women In Sport Podcast - Becky Grey, Senior Journalist at BBC Sport
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37:54We are delighted to introduce the ninth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Becky Grey who is a senior journalist at B…
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Robert Vilahamn, Head Coach of Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's Super League
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26:40We are delighted to introduce the eighth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Robert Vilahamn, who is the Head Coach of…
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The Women in Sport Podcast - Chris Paouros, Co-Chair of Proud Lilywhites
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34:56In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Chris Paouros, who is the Co-Chair of Proud Lilywhites, the official Tottenham Hotspur LGBTQ+ Supporters Association, to discuss the following: 1. Methods and initiatives for harnessing and bringing about change within organisations. 2. Chris…
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Neurodiversity in Legal Proceedings: Adjustments for Inclusive Representation
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19:18This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a global initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences, with the aim to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported.In this podcast, Partner Emma Bartlett speaks to Maisie Lockyer, Associate at leading Family law firm Burgess Mee, about…
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Navigating the UK and US Regulatory Terrain of Off-Channel Communications
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37:44We are delighted to share with you a podcast focusing on 'Navigating the UK and US Regulatory Terrain of Off-Channel Communications'. Listen to the podcast and see below for further details.Historically, it has been easier for employers to monitor record keeping and the contents of off-channel communications. This has become increasingly important …
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The Women in Sport Podcast: Dee Bright, Chair of Spursability
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25:46We are delighted to introduce the sixth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Dee Bright, who is the Chair of SpursAbili…
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Defining the Perfect Partner - Podcast Recording with Zulon Begum and Moray McLaren
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30:39In this podcast recording, Partner Zulon Begum and leading international law firm management consultant, Moray McLaren discuss new research by the IBA's Law Firm Management Committee (LFMC) which explores recent trends in partner profit sharing, remuneration and reward. The research has been published by Harvard Law School and is available here: ht…
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The Women in Sport Podcast: Zainab Alema of Richmond Rugby
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57:43We are delighted to introduce the fifth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications.In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by a special guest, Sunday Times Grassroots Sportswoman of the…
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Engaging constructively with the activist workforce – IFSEA Post-Conference Podcast Recording
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29:17Following the 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders in June 2023, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the interesting topic of ‘Engaging constructively with the activist workforce’.In this discussion, the IFSEA annual conference panellists explore t…
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Board Pay: Heightened scrutiny of CEO and executive compensation
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22:57Following the 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders in June 2023, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the session, 'Board Pay: Heightened scrutiny of CEO and executive compensation.'In this podcast between the IFSEA annual conference panellists, thi…
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The Plague of the Narcissistic Leader: IFSEA Post-conference Podcast Recording
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33:00In this discussion between the IFSEA annual conference panellists, this brilliant panel examine the damage that narcissistic leaders can inflict on corporations and explore the potential solutions:Wonu Sanda, CM Murray LLP, UK Lori L. Deem, Hughes Socol Piers Resnick DYM, Chicago, USATrisha Daho, Empowered Leadership Cultivation, Chicago, USA Kevin…
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How Are The UK’s Regulators Addressing Sexual Misconduct In Their Professions
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59:05We are delighted to share with you the recording of the recent webinar "How are the UK's Regulators Addressing Sexual Misconduct in their Professions?", in which our expert panel discuss the rules, guidance and approach to sexual misconduct taken by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and General Medical Cou…
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Anatomy of a Transaction: Key Issues for Executives and Founders Selling Their Business
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38:06We are delighted to share with you a podcast from two of the leading international senior executive and founder advisers, Wendi Lazar of Outten & Golden & Doug Mandell of Withersworldwide, who discuss 'Anatomy of a Transaction: Key Issues for Executives and Founders Selling Their Business and What Protections are Worth Fighting For?'.In this hugely…
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How Executives get the best out of their teams - IFSEA Post-conference Podcast Recording
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21:23Following the recent 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the session, 'How Executives get the best out of their teams.'In this thought-provoking discussion between the IFSEA conference panellists, they examine …
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Executive Relationships at work – ban, boundaries or blind eye?
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24:17Following the recent 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the breakout session, 'Executive Relationships at work – ban, boundaries or blind eye?'In this insightful discussion between the IFSEA annual conference …
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The Women in Sport Podcast: The developing situation with Luis Rubiales
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20:44We are delighted to share the fourth episode of our Women in Sport Podcast, where we discuss developments, initiatives, and issues relating to women in sports and the associated legal implications. In this episode, Partner Emma Bartlett and Trainee Solicitor Mitchell Blythe are joined by two special guests, Juan José Hita Fernández, Partner at Augu…
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Moving the ESG Needle for Law Firms - Deciding What Matters and What Can Be Achieved
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53:52We are delighted to share with you the recording of the recent Professional Practices Alliance webinar, Moving The ESG Needle For Law Firms – Deciding What Matters And What Can Be Achieved, in which our expert panel discuss how professional practices priorities are shifting regarding ESG. In this webinar, our chair Andrew Pavlovic, (CM Murray LLP),…
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Moving the ESG Needle for Law Firms – Deciding What Matters and What Can Be Achieved
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53:52We are delighted to share with you the recording of the recent Professional Practices Alliance webinar, Moving The ESG Needle For Law Firms – Deciding What Matters And What Can Be Achieved, in which our expert panel discuss how professional practices priorities are shifting regarding ESG. In this webinar, our chair Andrew Pavlovic, (CM Murray LLP),…
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Ethical Handling of Executive Investigations: IFSEA Post-conference Podcast Recording
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36:23Following the recent 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the opening plenary session, 'Ethical Handling of Executive Investigations.'In this lively and insightful discussion between the IFSEA annual conference …
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What are the Best Mediation Strategies for Resolving Executive & Founder Disputes?
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54:31We are delighted to share with you the recording of our recent IFSEA webinar, 'What are the Best Mediation Strategies for Resolving Executive & Founder Disputes?' where our internationally renowned panellists explored how different jurisdictions approach the mediation of disputes between key corporate players and executives.In this webinar, chair P…
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What You Need to Know Right Now on Restrictive Covenants and Confidential Information
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34:38Following the recent 4th IFSEA International Conference on Risk, Reward and Reputation Management Issues for Senior Executives & Founders, we are delighted to share with you a follow up podcast on the breakout session, 'Business Protection: The Top 5 Things you Need to Know Right Now on Restrictive Covenants and Confidential Information'.In this li…
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New SRA Rules on Unfair Treatment and Challenging Behaviour - What Firms and Partners Need to Know
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54:25We are delighted to share with you the recording of the recent webinar "New SRA Rules on Unfair Treatment and Challenging Behaviour - What Firms and Partners Need to Know", in which our expert panel discuss the new SRA rules on unfair treatment and challenging behaviour.In this webinar, you can hear from guest speaker, Adam Tolley KC (Fountain Cour…
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The SRA’s changing approach to sanctions and financial penalties: ReguLaw Podcast - Episode 3
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41:03In the next episode of our regulatory podcast ReguLaw, Partner and Regulatory specialist, Andrew Pavlovic, and Associate, Naomi Latham are joined by David Hopkins of 39 Essex Chambers. David has a substantial professional discipline practice and regularly appears in the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal, acting for both the SRA and respondents.Andre…
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