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?? This week, we held our Autumn Firmwide Forums across our UK offices. Chair Emma Pioli was joined by Chief Executive David Fennell, Director of International Development Dr. Daniel Perlzweig, M.B.A. and Co-Head of Intellectual Property Kate Swaine to provide an overview of what we achieved in 2024! The session looked at the latest market outlook and our priorities for the coming year. Thank you to everyone who attended and put forward some interesting questions for the panel! ?? #FirmwideForum #InternalEvents

On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the lives lost to anti-trans violence and recognize the profound vulnerability faced by trans communities worldwide. Established in 1999 by trans advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil for Rita Hester, a trans woman killed in 1998, this day has become an annual tradition to remember all trans lives lost in acts of violence. We remain committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone, especially those facing heightened risks, can live authentically and thrive. #TransDayOfRemembrance #TDoR

Our Investment Funds and Fund Finance team has advised the Trustees of the Thales UK Pension Scheme in connection with a complex sale of a large portfolio illiquid and liquid fund investments. Find out more ?? https://gowlg.co/40REBzh #PensionsUK #Pensions #Finance

With the COP29 climate change summit now underway, our Head of Assurance, Environment and ESG Strategy, Fiona Nicholls, talks about the importance of collaboration in supporting the conference's aim to 'enable action'. She shares her insight into how this theme is being embraced in the legal sector and the work we are doing through Legal Charter 1.5 to help address key challenges around reducing emissions and supporting nature-positive impacts. Hear Fiona talk more about where we are focusing our efforts to address the specific ESG issues for our business and read more on what to expect from COP29 in our latest article ?? https://gowlg.co/3Ys9c3t #COP29 #ESG

Are you up to date on 'The Parties' clause? In our latest video, partners David Lowe and Sean Adams discuss the importance of 'The Parties' clause in boilerplate contracts, including potential pitfalls if it's overlooked. Watch now and find out how to incorporate this clause into commercial contracts ?? https://gowlg.co/3O2R9Mr #ThinkHouse #CommercialContracts

Today, on 11 November, we pause to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served. Lest we forget. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay

?? Are you heading to New Orleans for the International Trademark Association (INTA) Leadership Meeting next week? ?? We invite you to meet and greet with members of our global IP team: Shelagh Carnegie, Paula Clancy, Monique M. Couture, Jodi English, Nelson Godfrey, James Green, Jennifer Morton, Jon Parker, Andrea Pitts, Martha Savoy, Marianne Schaffner, Kate Swaine, Filza Tariq and Jayde Wood. They’re actively involved in hashtag#INTA’s various committees, and look forward to engaging in critical discussion that will help shape the future of the IP landscape. #INTA #INTALeadership #IntellectualProperty | Gowling WLG IP

Are you ready for the Procurement Act 2023? ?? Join us in Birmingham on 14 November for a session on PA23, along with discussions on vital contract clauses and upcoming employment law changes. Perfect for senior in-house counsel looking to stay up to date with the latest updates. ?? 14 November 24? ?? 09:00 - 13:30 GMT? ? ?? Birmingham Spaces are filling up fast - sign up today! ?? https://gowlg.co/3Yhp1d6?? #ThinkHouse #PA23 #ProcurementAct

??LSEG Deals Intelligence has published its mid-market M&A legal advisory league tables for Q3 2024. When measured by volume of mid-market transactions, Gowling WLG has once again posted high deal numbers for Canada, the UK, Europe and globally, continuing its strong performance of the last several years. ?? Find out exactly how the Firm ranked ?? https://gowlg.co/3UxFQja LSEG Data & Analytics | #MergersAndAcquisitions

Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to all those celebrating! ????