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News! We were pleased to advise Terrestrial Energy Inc. on its milestone $1B business combination with HCM II Acquisition Corp., a SPAC, positioning the company to become the first publicly traded molten salt nuclear reactor developer. ? The combination will support the commercial deployment of Terrestrial Energy’s Generation IV IMSR technology, advancing clean, firm, flexible energy solutions for industrial users worldwide. Our deal team was led by: Jonathan Nesher, Amy Wilson, Eliot Robinson, and Tyler Mark

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is weighing in on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in the workplace, issuing investigation letters to law firms, publishing new guidance on potential discrimination risks and evaluating evaluating how DEI policies align with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. In a new insight, Marilyn Fish and Lily Kurland break down the key takeaways from the EEOC’s latest actions, outlining what employers should know about the investigation letters, the informal guidance documents and how DEI-related discrimination claims may now be analyzed. To read the full article, please click the link below: https://lnkd.in/e8PsNbGF #EmploymentLaw #DiversityEquityInclusion

We were pleased to have a strong presence at this year’s MIPIM conference in Cannes, with 30 representatives reaching across our offices in the UK, France, Germany, US, and UAE. From trends shaping global investment to region-specific shifts, our Real Estate sector partners had the opportunity to contribute their perspectives to meaningful conversations with clients and leading professionals across the industry. For a quick recap of our key takeaways from MIPIM 2025, click below: #BCLPClientIntelligent #MIPIM2025 #Property #RealEstateInFocus

We were pleased to have a strong presence at this year’s MIPIM conference in Cannes, with 30 representatives reaching across our offices in the UK, France, Germany, US, and UAE. From trends shaping global investment to region-specific shifts, our Real Estate sector partners had the opportunity to contribute their perspectives to meaningful conversations with clients and leading professionals across the industry. For a quick recap of our key takeaways from MIPIM 2025, click below: #BCLPClientIntelligent #MIPIM2025 #Property #RealEstateInFocus

Revisit our Listed Real Estate Summit that took place on March 19 in London, where senior figures from the listed real estate sector and beyond gathered to consider the challenges and opportunities for the industry. Thank you again to our fantastic guest speakers who took the time to join us: ?? Simon French, Panmure Liberum ?? Nick Leslau ?? Oliver Shah, The Sunday Times ?? Bronson Albery, Barclays ?? Emma Cariaga, British Land ?? Joe Lister, Unite Students ?? Tom Walker, Schroders ? #BCLPClientIntelligent

The Q1 edition of Briefcase is here. In the latest edition of our Quarterly Real Estate Disputes Update, we explore a range of fascinating cases, including a landlord’s successful reliance on AST notice provisions to prove statutory documents were validly served. ? Thank you to Victoria Blanchard, Jessica Parry, Carly Curtis (née Williams), Katie Kozlowska and Liam Lee?for their extensive contributions. ? To read the full report, please click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eFNEmxzS ? #RealEstateLaw #PropertyLitigation

We’re excited to sponsor the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) 2025, taking place in Berlin from March 31 to April 2. With declining interest rates, increasing liquidity and strong market fundamentals, hospitality investment is entering a new age of opportunity. This year’s theme, "Own the Moment," highlights the importance of capitalizing on these shifts and preparing for the next deal cycle. Join us at #IHIF2025 as we connect with industry leaders to discuss how investors can navigate this evolving landscape. To read more about the event, please click the link below: https://www.ihifemea.com/ #RealEstate #IHIFEMEA25

Speaking to?Law.com International, Partner?Sarah Levine Hartley?discusses the legal and structural implications of the Trump administration’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, the sector’s response to the directive, and how universities are adapting in real time.? ? Click below to read the full piece:?https://lnkd.in/esVp-7Jv

We are proud to have advised World Wide Technology Holding Co. as its U.S. legal counsel in the $1.3 billion acquisition of Softchoice Corporation. This strategic move enhances WWT’s capabilities in software, cloud, cybersecurity and AI, further positioning it as a leader in AI-driven solutions. ? The deal was led by Stephanie Hosler?and Joel Ocampo alongside Karen Waggle Fries, Jill Giorgio and Joe Babitz with support from a multidisciplinary team across the firm, including Jessica Edwards, Lisa Van Fleet, Mckenna Gossrau, Anthony George, Ethan Walker Smith, Joe Robertson, Becky Nelson, Paul Barrs, Stephen Scannell, Eileen Weiss, Dan Hawn and Jake Wood. ? #AI #CloudComputing #MandA