Understanding Arbitration and Why It Matters for Commercial Contracts
The way disputes are resolved can make a significant difference to the costs and reputational impacts that businesses incur. Arbitration is a prevalent method for resolving commercial disputes, offering a private and internationally recognised alternative to court litigation. With the Arbitration Act 2025 introducing important reforms to modernise the UK framework, now is the right […]
How Expert Legal Insights Make a Real Difference in Tough Situations
Legal challenges can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate the complexities of the legal system. From personal dilemmas to complex business issues, having access to expert legal insights can address tough situations effectively. Engaging a knowledgeable attorney can provide representation that improves your chances of achieving a positive outcome. Expert attorneys […]
Key Questions to Ask Before Signing Any Business Contract
Any entrepreneur or business owner should know the nuances of business contracts. Contracts are the bedrock to limit risks and lay out the expectations of all parties involved. Recognizing the potential pitfalls can save you from unwanted legal entanglements. Before signing on the dotted line, ask the right questions. Here, we will guide you through […]
AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company Elect Executive Leadership
Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA), and its affiliate, 5Star Life Insurance Company (5Star Life), announced the promotion of Erica L. Jenkins to Senior Vice President (SVP), General Counsel (GC), and Corporate Secretary (CS), effective March 14, 2025. “In her new role, Erica will lead our legal and compliance teams, and I am confident that under her […]
Union Pacific Elects Christina Conlin as SVP, CLO and Corporate Secretary
Union Pacific Railroad has announced the appointment of Christina Conlin as senior vice president(SVP), chief legal officer(CLO) and corporate secretary succeeding Craig Richardson, who is set to retire at the end of March. Conlin will oversee all aspects of the company’s legal affairs, including commercial transactions and litigation, labor and employment and regulatory matters. She […]
Amentum Onboards Michele St. Mary as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel
Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, recently announced the appointment of Michele St. Mary as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, effective immediately. St. Mary will lead Amentum’s legal, ethics, compliance, contracts, and security functions globally. Her role includes oversight of corporate matters, including governance, transactional and securities law matters, […]
Holland & Knight selects Everlaw as strategic technology partner for ediscovery
Everlaw, the leading cloud-native investigation and litigation platform, announced that it has been selected by Holland & Knight, the distinguished Am Law 50 firm, to expand the firm’s ediscovery capabilities in support of clients worldwide. With a powerhouse team of more than 2,200 attorneys practicing in 250 areas of law across four continents, Holland & Knight […]
Ryan hires Jason Dunnachie as Principal and Practice Leader of R&D in Australia
Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has announced that Jason Dunnachie has joined the Firm as a Principal and Practice Leader of the Research and Development (R&D) practice in Australia. Based in Sydney, he will work with clients across Australia, Asia-Pacific, and worldwide. Dunnachie has specialised in R&D tax incentives for nearly […]
