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DLA Piper recognized as a litigation powerhouse by BTI Consulting

By Josh Epstein | Director of Communications, New York | josh.epsteindlapiper.com |+1 212 776 3838 DLA Piper is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a "powerhouse" law firm for class actions and complex commercial litigation by BTI Consulting Group in its recently published BTI Litigation Outlook 2018 report. The firm was also named a "standout" in IP litigation, securities and finance litigation, complex employment litigation, everyday employment litigation, product liability litigation and everyday commercial litigation. DLA Piper was one...

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Reinvigorating Multilateralism: EU attends 72nd United Nations General Assembly Ministerial week

A high-level delegation of the European Union will attend the ministerial week of the 72nd United Nations General Assembly, starting on 18 September in New York. The EU representatives will participate in a large number of events at the United Nations and meet with world leaders, reflecting the European Union's engagement as a force for positive change, in support of multilateralism and a rules-based global order. The level and breadth of the EU's participation illustrates the strong cooperation between the...

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Status Update on the EU e-Privacy Regulation Proposal Discussions

By Sarah Cadiot - Associate: Privacy and Data Protection - scadiotwsgr.com | Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati On January 10, 2017, the European Commission published a Proposal for a Regulation (Proposal) relating to privacy rules for the electronic communications sector. The Proposal will impose new, more rigorous privacy regulatory obligations on nearly all companies doing business in the EU over the Internet. It will address a host of important issues including the processing of communications content and metadata, and the...

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B. Building Business update: bèta space B. New York City open now

By B. Building Business We have expanded to New York City and are currently accepting membership applications for our 18,000 sq. ft bèta space in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.    B. New York City is New York City’s global centre for tech and creative companies. We are a collaborative space that accelerates innovation and economic growth by connecting the world. We provide a soft landing for companies entering the US market and vice versa and sets them up for growth.  B. New...

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ING to redeem USD 500 million 6.2% Perpetual Debt Securities

By ING Corporate Communications ING Group announced yesterday it will redeem USD 500 million of 6.2% Perpetual Debt Securities on the call date being 15 October 2017, in line with ING's goal to continuously optimize its capital structure. The securities (CUSIP 456837400; ISP) will be redeemed in full in accordance with their terms, with payment to be made on 16 October 2017, the first business day after the call date. The redemption price will be USD 25.00 per USD 25.00...

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The Power of the French-American Alliance

By Sally A. Painter and Mathilde Defarges, with contribution from Jeremiah Baronberg  | BlueStar Strategies Helping companies smartly navigate a new era of globalization through conscientious local engagement. This is a critical time for the United States, Europe, and the transatlantic partnership. On both sides of the Atlantic, societies are revolting against policy elites. Nationalism, identity, and sovereignty are the order of the day. Protectionist and isolationist sentiment and threats of trade wars are common headlines. Calls for a “pullback” from globalization...

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President Trump Nominates Former Coal Executive to Head of MSHA

By William K. Doran (Washington DC)  President Trump has nominated a retired coal company executive to head the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). The White House announced that David G. Zatezalo, the former chairman of Rhino Resources, would be the next Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health. Zatezalo’s nomination must be confirmed by the United States Senate. There was no immediate indication of when that confirmation vote might happen. Zatezalo has wide-ranging experience in the coal industry....

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European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker’s State of the Union Address 2017

The State of the Union 2017: Catching the wind in our sails European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker today delivered his 2017 State of the Union Address, before the Members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, presenting his priorities for the year ahead and outlining his vision for how the European Union could evolve by 2025 (see full speech). He presented a Roadmap for a More United, Stronger and More Democratic Union (see Roadmap Factsheet). European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said today: "The wind is back...

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Stout Expands Its Investment Banking Group in New York | Steven Rathbone Joins as Managing Director

Stout proudly announces that Steven Rathbone has joined the firm as Managing Director in its Investment Banking group. Mr. Rathbone brings deep industry expertise to the firm's Business Services and Diversified Industrials practice areas. Mr. Rathbone has more than 15 years of experience providing strategic advisory and corporate financial services, with a primary focus on sell-side mergers and acquisition transactions. His experience spans a wide range of industries but is most concentrated in business services (information technology and managed services;...

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