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Turkey lacks a specific whistleblower protection law, though certain legal provisions like the Turkish Penal Code and Labor Law offer some protections for employees reporting wrongdoing. While whistleblowing systems are common in global companies and encouraged under corporate governance standards, they are not legally required. Privacy rules also mandate data protection and, where possible, anonymity for whistleblowers. Hergüner Bilgen ü?er Attorney Partnership provides more detail in the full chapter. Authors: Kayra Ucer ü?er; Tansu A?k?n Ate?

WLG's Real Estate Group met in September for a meeting featuring guest presenter Robert Kavcic, Director and Senior Economist at BMO Capital Markets. Robert shared his expertise on economic, fiscal, and real estate trends in Canada. Members, did you miss the meeting? Read our key takeaways from Robert's presentation and listen to the recording now: https://lnkd.in/gZ9jw9GT

Formosa Transnational Attorneys at Law (Taiwan) has published "ESG and Modern Legal Practice: A Guide for Legal Professionals" as part of WLG | impact. This in-depth publication explores how environmental, social, and governance factors are reshaping the legal landscape, providing key insights for practitioners navigating these crucial issues. Read more about the publication here: https://lnkd.in/gdzkCiBz #WLGimpact

Members— Join the Corporate Transactions Group for a discussion moderated by Bill Antholis, Director and CEO of the Miller Center of Public Affairs, on the critical issues reshaping corporate strategy: -Tax adjustments and trade relations -Policies on China, the Middle East, and Ukraine -Post-election shifts impacting businesses globally Hear from expert panelists: -Mara Rudman, Distinguished Professor and EVP at the Center for American Progress, with expertise in economic policy and national security. -Allan Stam, Faculty Senior Fellow at the Miller Center and UVA Professor specializing in international conflict and leadership decisions. This session is hosted in collaboration with the Miller Center, founded in 1975 through the philanthropy of Burkett Miller, a UVA Law graduate and named partner of Miller & Martin PLLC, our member firm for Georgia, USA. ?? Walk away with actionable insight to guide your clients on the election's broader impact on U.S. and global policy. ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gHfAJ_Rg

Spain's Law 2/2023 requires companies of a certain size to establish secure, confidential channels for reporting regulatory breaches and corruption. Learn more about the organizations affected, the accepted reporting methods, and the serious penalties for failing to comply in Cuatrecasas’ comprehensive chapter of our WLG Whistleblowing Guide: https://lnkd.in/g8wN2SYE Author: Diego Pol Longo

Take a look at our most recent edition of Member Voices to meet David Prync of CMS Belgium. Read on as David shares more about his practice and how he looks forward to leveraging WLG membership for global opportunities as a new WLG Key Contact Partner. ?? : https://lnkd.in/gHJkr2EU

Ryan Miske of Faegre Drinker met with Chuffart Ga?l and Philippe Hendrickx, both of CMS Belgium, for a meal while visiting Brussels in October.

In India, the absence of a single comprehensive law covering all whistleblowing requirements hasn't prevented frameworks for whistleblowing systems from being established. The Companies Act, SEBI guidelines, and sector-specific regulations mandate that certain companies implement a whistleblowing system to report non-compliance, fraud, and misuse of authority. Learn more about the regulations and enforcement measures that protect Indian whistleblowers by reading Vaish Associates Advocates' chapter. Author: Yatin Narang

Calling All Young Lawyers at Member Firms! ?? Ready to grow your network across borders? Join us for one of two Young Lawyer Virtual Speed Networking sessions. ?? Who is invited? Young lawyers with up to 10 years of experience who are eager to build lasting professional relationships in the WLG community. ?? What to expect: Engage in a series of three 15-minute, one-on-one virtual meetings with WLG peers—all in just one hour. It's a streamlined, dynamic way to maximize your networking time and make the most of each connection. ?? Time Zones We are committed to hosting sessions at times convenient across regions, hence two sessions. Choose the one that works best for you. ?? Be sure to select the Young Lawyers Forum in your WLG profile preferences to receive updates on all our forum activities! Register for Asia-Pacific/Americas: https://lnkd.in/dwM_hJRd Register for Americas/EMEA: https://lnkd.in/dbjJZet7

???? Germany's comprehensive legal framework safeguards whistleblowers through its Supply Chain Due Diligence Act and the newly implemented Whistleblower Protection Act. These laws mandate that certain companies establish a confidential reporting mechanism, allowing employees and external third parties to report misconduct. Discover how these requirements shape corporate compliance standards in Germany by exploring Taylor Wessing's full chapter: https://lnkd.in/dp7EPkHk Author: Dr. Rebekka Krause