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The 2025 Data Law Trends report is here, and this year’s findings reveal one thing loud and clear: the pace of change in data law is accelerating and the impact on businesses is profound. The eight key trends we've identified will shape the future, and include: - AI Governance Takes Center Stage - International Data Transfers are Under the Spotlight - Expansion of US State Consumer Protection Laws - Asia's Privacy Laws are Maturing - New EU Data Access Regulations are Shaping the Future 2025 Data Trends is your guide to help you prepare your business, navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities. Dive in - the future of data law is here, and it’s moving fast ? https://okt.to/8s2KWq

We're advising international private equity firm Cinven on its majority investment in Grant Thornton UK, one of the UK’s leading diversified professional services firms. Our cross-practice team is led by private capital partners James Scott and Alastair Brown. Additional counsel is provided by partners Aled Batey (debt financing), James Smethurst (financial regulation), Martin McElwee (merger control and FDI), David Mendel (people and reward), Dawn Heath (pensions) and May Smith (tax). Learn more: https://okt.to/EPmqyf

Principal Associate Dr. Carsten Haak was named a Private Equity Rising Star in Law.com's 2024 ranking of the Best Up-and-Coming Lawyers in the UK and Europe. This list features 25 top private equity lawyers under 40, highlighting future leaders and rainmakers in the legal market. ?? Based in Frankfurt, Carsten has worked with many of our key financial sponsor clients and has been involved in transactions across a wide variety of sectors with a focus on the software, technology, telecommunications and (telecommunications-)infrastructure space. Learn more about Carsten and his practice: https://okt.to/AT9Z0U

With the UK's new Failure to Prevent Fraud offence (FTP) expected to come into effect on 1 September 2025, it’s critical that businesses understand how to avail themselves of the reasonable procedures defence. Find out the extent to which existing Corporate Criminal Offence (CCO) prevention measures may provide a helpful starting point in the tax context. ?? https://okt.to/7mMg28 ?? Sarah Bond | Laura Western

Congratulations to Reena Parmar on being recognised in the 2024 Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 List for her impact as a disability changemaker and as a catalyst for positive change. Reena is a founding member and former co-chair of our Enabled employee network, which brings together disabled colleagues and allies to work towards creating a more inclusive workplace. She has also collaborated to establish an internal neurodiversity working group that raises awareness of neurodiversity and supports our neurodivergent colleagues across the firm. Reena is also chair of The Law Society of England & Wales Disabled Solicitors Network. See the full Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 List: https://okt.to/Za56iX Learn more about our firm's commitment to being an inclusive employer: https://okt.to/h3VnQL

Congratulations to Corin Gittinger on being named 'One to Watch' by JUVE Patent in their latest German patent ranking. Corin advises on intellectual property law, focusing on all aspects of patent law and patent policy. Read the full article on Colin and his career: https://okt.to/D7K253

Seeking guidance on how to navigate the Digital Services Act? In our new DSA decoded blog series, our lawyers will unpack the complexities of the EU’s content moderation law, offering practical tips and actions to prepare your organisation. In part one you will learn: - Who can enforce the DSA - The powers of regulators, penalties, and other remedies - The EC’s enforcement priorities and a look at regulatory engagement so far, and - a broader look at the enforcement landscape, including private litigation Read now: https://okt.to/lOp046 ?? Lutz Riede | Laura Knoke | Rachael Annear | Dr. Tobias Timmann | Janet Kim | Tristan Lockwood | Luca Mischensky | Juliana Heer | Julia Utzerath #DigitalServicesAct #DSA #onlinesafety #platformregulation

Last week, our U.S. first year and international associates convened in New York for our annual First Year Institute, marking an important milestone as their careers with us begin. This program is designed to introduce our newest attorneys to firm resources, help them build connections with colleagues and learn how to make a successful transition into the firm with guidance from our leaders. In the coming months, this cohort of 62 lawyers will continue to engage in practice group-specific learning programs and firmwide professional development initiatives in addition to their on-the-job learning. We are thrilled to have all of you join us and excited to see the impact you will make. Welcome to the firm, class of 2024! ??

Congratulations to Principal Associate, Judith Ricarda R?mer, on being named the International Employment Lawyer's 2024 Leader of Tomorrow – Private Practice. Recognising her cutting-edge work, this award highlights rising private practice stars who have no more than ten years’ legal expertise. Based in Hamburg, Judith's practice covers the full range of individual and collective employment law. She offers special expertise in designing remuneration systems for public companies and financial institutions, as well as in customising incentive and stock option programmes. International Employment Lawyer #IELAwards #IELAwards2024 #EmploymentLaw

This year, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of our Vietnam office. In recognition of this milestone, the Ministry of Justice in Vietnam honoured our firm for outstanding legal achievements over the past three decades. During the presentation ceremony, a minister highlighted our unparalleled commitment to Vietnam, its investors, and the development of its legal system. Thank you to all who have been part of this incredible journey. Read more: https://okt.to/NiC4RT Eric Johnson | Tien Bui