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In this episode of First Site, we delve into the government's response to the Grenfell Inquiry's final report – and its implications for contractors and the broader construction sector. CN deputy editor Ben Vogel is joined by Michael O'Connor, partner at law firm Charles Russell Speechlys; Amanda Long, chief executive of the Code for Construction Product Information; and Professor Stuart Green of the University of Reading's School of Construction Management and Engineering.
In this episode, Joe Cohen, Director of Advanced Client Solutions at Charles Russell Speechlys, discusses his recent career change and the establishment of a new department at the firm focusing on legal tech, generative AI, legal project management, and process improvement. Joe details the triggers for creating the innovation department and the rapid adoption of generative AI platforms within the firm. He shares insights from the recent Legal Innovators conference panel, the impact of AI on value-based pricing, and its transformative potential on both the practice of law and business models. Joe also explores the challenges and future possibilities of AI in the legal sector, including data limitations and evolving regulatory landscapes. Creating an Innovation Department Generative AI Implementation Value-Based Pricing and AI Future of Legal AI and Data Challenges Learn More: https://www.legalinnovators.co.uk/ Joe - https://www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com/en/people/j/joe-cohen/ Zach - https://www.legallydisrupted.com/ Follow Along: Joe - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joecohen13/ Zach - linkedin.com/in/zachabramowitz
Welcome to "The Retail Collection", a brand-new podcast series from Charles Russell Speechlys. Each episode, we'll sit down with industry experts, legal counsels and insiders to discuss their work, the challenges they face, and the wins they celebrate in the ever-evolving retail landscape. In our first episode Ilona Bateson, Associate in our Commercial team, leading on all things fashion and retail at Charles Russell Speechlys sits down with Ruth Walker, Head of Legal at URBN to discuss key legal and sector considerations for each of their brands including Urban Outfitter, Anthropologie and Free People, as well as fashion trends and ESG considerations for companies operating in the retail space.
Welcome to Episode 2 of the CMO Series Digital Masterclass. Today, we'll explore how thought leadership can transform your firm's online brand. We've curated top digital insights from our CMO Series Podcast - links to the full episodes are listed below. Join us as we delve into essential tools and strategies for professional services marketers, revealing why thought leadership is becoming central to digital success. We'll share success stories from industry leaders who have made their firm's expertise the cornerstone of their online presence. Check out: CMO Series EP43 - One firm, your firm - Sophie Bowkett of Bird & Bird on building more human and more effective legal brands, Charlotte Knight, Charles Cousins (passle.net) CMO Series EP99 - Behind the Scenes of a Legal Rebrand with Erica Roman of Cole Schotz, Charlotte Knight, Charles Cousins (passle.net) CMO Series Podcast LIVE - Erin Stone Dimry on Positioning Your Firm as the Go-To Choice, Alistair Bone, Charlotte Knight (passle.net) CMO Series EP131 - Noni Garratt-Wall of Charles Russell Speechlys on The Art Of A Law Firm Rebrand, Will Eke, Charlotte Knight (passle.net)
This week's episode delves into the intersection of sports, technology and sponsorship with industry experts Jason Saiban, a partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, and Sally Moore, the global sponsorship lead at Sage. The conversation focuses on the evolution of sports sponsorship, exploring how new technologies are providing additional rights and diverse activation opportunities for sponsors. Our two guests bring unique perspectives, with Jason specialising in commercial contracts, technology, media and law, while Sally oversees Sage's sponsorship portfolio, including partnerships with MLB, Six Nations rugby and The Hundred cricket. Our favourite bits include Sally explaining the differing strategies behind why Sage is engaged in sports in multiple markets, and Jason's explanation of how the US and UK contrast when it comes to contract law around such sponsorships.
Ensuring that clients align with a firm's values is vital for a successful legal rebrand. Actively listening to clients, crafting compelling brand narratives, and fostering a cohesive firm culture, all contribute to a brand that resonates and reflects a firm's long-term strategic direction. Today, Will Eke has the pleasure of speaking with Noni Garratt-Wall, Head of Marketing at Charles Russell Speechlys, about her journey through the rebranding process as she joins the CMO Series Podcast. Will and Noni discuss: The reasons behind the rebrand and how the process began The importance of timing and the impact on the success of the project The key starting points of the rebrand, and the core messages that were essential to the new brand narrative and positioning The main challenges or roadblocks along the journey How to get buy-in from the partnership and manage the feedback process How to launch the brand internally and embed it across the firm Advice for any legal marketers embarking on a rebrand
Our Managing Partner, Simon Ridpath, joins the Focal Point podcast. Simon takes us on a journey through his career, sharing his experiences and insights along the way. From handling a variety of legal matters including insolvency law early in his career to becoming Managing Partner, Simon has a wealth of knowledge to share. Simon holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Kent. Recorded in November 2023 and shared with the permission of LSE Focal Point.
In this episode, Naomi Nettleton Commercial Real Estate Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys is joined by Robert Parker Technical Advisor at Historic Houses and Simon Foster, Director of Tourism, Leisure and Events at Savills. This episode of the two-part mini-series focuses on how a historic house owner can get involved in filming, and we discuss the key terms of filming agreements. Our speakers take a closer look at what happens when the filming team is on-site and share practical tips on how to agree on commercial terms. Stay tuned for part 2, where Naomi, Robert and Simon will also be joined by Richard Davies, Commercial Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys who will share his insights on IP rights.
Jess Harrold is joined by EG court reporter James Lumley, and partner James Souter and associate Sam Lear, both from Charles Russell Speechlys, for a detailed discussion of the Supreme Court's decision in Fearn and others v Board of Trustees of Tate Gallery [2023] UKSC 4; [2023] PLSCS 22. Together, they address the court's landmark ruling in favour of the residents of Neo-Bankside that the visual intrusion from a viewing platform at the Tate Modern - from which tourists can stare straight into their flats - constitutes a nuisance. Bearing in mind the extreme nature of the facts of the case, they address the implications of the decision and the potential development of the law of nuisance that may follow in its wake.
In today's episode we will be talking to Neeva Desai, trainee solicitor at Charles Russell Speechlys, about her time in private client litigation, and the current challenges that art lawyers are currently facing.
Keeping up to date with UK employment law is a must for many HR professionals. The events of the last couple of years have seen many organisations race to catch up with the new norms of flexible or hybrid working, toying with issues such as mandatory vaccinations and whether employees who are based at home and no longer visible, are actually being productive! Put it this way, the situation has certainly kept employment lawyers busy!Joining me to dicusss the legal landscape is one of the UK's leading employment law experts. Nick Hurley is a Divisional Managing Partner in the employment practice of leading international law firm Charles Russell Speechlys. Nick is a prolific contributor to newspapers and journals, regularly lectures on employment law issues, has appeared on radio and TV and has contributed chapters to a number of books. He is a non-executive Director of the City HR Association and is recognised as a world leading practitioner in Who's Who Legal. In this episode you 'll discover:What organisations need to consider when encouraging workers back to the office;Some of the legal trends that have emerged since workers have been based from home;The thorny issue of whether organisations can mandate vaccinations for their employees;The 2022 employment law landscape including a law to prevent sexual harassment and changing the law surrounding flexible working making it the default position from day 1;Nick's opinion on the various employment law private member's bills in circulation including Lord Hendy's Status of Workers bill and Barry Gardiner MP ban the fire and rehire bill;The evergreen issue surrounding social media posts and how these can end up with employees in very hot water.Resources:https://www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com/en/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-hurley-1b70111/https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/2876https://ovenreadyhr.com/confused-about-uk-employment-status-lord-hendy-qc-has-the-answer/https://ovenreadyhr.com/stop-exploitation-of-gig-economy-workers-change-the-tax-system/https://www.linkedin.com/in/podcasthost/Twitter: @OvenHrhttps://www.personneltoday.comTell me me what YOU thinkTell me what you think of this interview. Email me at chris@ovenreadyhr.comOven-Ready SurveyThe show is a year old and I'd love some feedback. Here is a link to a very short and anonymous survey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MXYMC29Rate, Review & ShareIf you enjoyed this show, please share with your friends and please remember to rate and review!To listen to the full episode, download a transcript and view all the other Oven-Ready HR podcast episodes or find out more about Oven-Ready HR and Chris Taylor your show host visit https://ovenreadyhr.com
Jess Harrold is joined by James Souter and Lauren Fraser, partner and senior associate at Charles Russell Speechlys, to discuss the Supreme Court decision in FirstPort Property Services Ltd v Settlers Court RTM Co Ltd and others – a dispute involving the right to manage and service costs on a large estate in London. Souter and Fraser advance the main arguments relied on by the parties, and discuss how they were addressed by the Supreme Court - as well as the implications of the decision for estate landlords and RTM companies.
Charles Russell Speechlys is delighted to be a corporate member of Philanthropy Impact, a not for profit organisation set up to work with advisers, philanthropists, charities and governments to develop greater expertise, awareness and impact in philanthropic action. Sarah Rowley is joined by John Pepin CEO of Philanthropy Impact and Rennie Hoare, Chair of Philanthropy Impact and Partner and Head of Philanthropy at C. Hoare & Co to discuss the current landscape of philanthropy in the UK and current trends, priorities and concerns amongst philanthropists. This podcast was recorded in November 2021 as Glasgow was hosting COP 26.
Jess Harrold looks ahead to next week's Supreme Court appeal in Fearn and others v Board of Trustees of Tate Gallery [2020] EWCA Civ 104; [2020] EGLR 14 - a high-profile breach of privacy claim brought by neighbours to the Tate Modern gallery, complaining about a viewing platform that offers panoramic views of London - together with Charles Russell Speechlys partner James Souter and associate Megan Davies. Each taking a respective side, Souter and Davies rehearse the arguments set to go under scrutiny by the Supreme Court justices - and they don't pull their punches as they debate the key question of whether the law of nuisance can or should be extended to breach of privacy by overlooking.
David Savage is a leading UK and international construction lawyer, and a partner in international law firm Charles Russell Speechlys where he co-chairs the firm's Construction & Infrastructure Focus Group. Mike Petrusky asks David about the role he plays in the firm's own property and workplace strategy as he chairs the firm's “Where We Work” group which was established as an internal property strategy group shortly after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mike and David pick up on an earlier conversation that they had during a panel for the WORKTECH “Work from Anywhere Virtual Conference”. They discuss the state of the world during the autumn of 2021 with return to offices, hybrid work and the war for talent in professional services firms. Workplace leaders must find a way to balance the business needs of an organization and the new expectations of the workforce, which has accelerated the evolution of agile working strategies. Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjsavage/ Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidSavage_Law Learn more about David's work at Charles Russell Speechlys: https://www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com/en/people/d/david-savage/ Listen to the WORKTECH “Work from Anywhere” Panel: https://workplaceinnovator.iofficecorp.com/podcast/worktech-work-from-anywhere-conference-end-user-expert-panel-discussion Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com
Mike Petrusky hosted a panel discussion in July 2021 for the WORKTECH “Work from Anywhere Conference”. His guests were Inabelle Fang, Senior Real Estate Manager at Willis Towers Watson, Sid Bhatia Director, Workforce of the Future at PwC and David Savage Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys. The WORKTECH Work from Anywhere Virtual Conference and Innovations Exhibition explored the Work from Anywhere movement and how it is shaping the new world of work, and the built environment. Mike spoke with these senior decision makers to discuss the latest trends and thought leadership around return to office and hybrid work strategies. With a growing focus on what life will be like post pandemic, this conference was held at a unique time where organizations and business leaders are looking for inspiration and solutions to help them with this journey. WORKTECH is known for bringing innovative ideas and inspiration to the workplace community through inter-disciplinary speakers and learning experience to enhance creativity and move thinking forward. Connect with Inabelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inabellefang/ Connect with Sid on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjbhatia/ Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjsavage/ Learn more about the WORKTECH Festival (on-demand event in August): https://worktechevents.com/events/worktech-festival/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com
In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Steven Berry.Steven is the Legal Director for the European Nuclear & Power and Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology businesses of SNC-Lavalin. SNC-Lavalin is a Canadian headquartered company that provides engineering, procurement, and construction services across a variety of sectors. Steven qualified in private practice with Speechly Bircham (which is now part of Charles Russell Speechlys) before moving in-house to Atkins (now part of the SNC-Lavalin group). Steven shares the three lessons she has learned in law including:Be bold enough to follow opportunities that align with your career interests.It's important that lawyers are people too, so bring your personality and your whole self to work.Be prepared to take action, if you think there's room for improvement in an organisation.Presented by Scott Brown of Heriot Brown Legal Recruitment.Follow Heriot Brown:Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | InstagramThis episode of Lessons I Learned in Law is brought to you by Beamery.Beamery is an AI-powered talent platform, designed to hire candidates faster, develop the skills of your workforce, and increase employee retention.Find out more at Beamery.com
We are delighted to present a podcast series detailing a mock conference with counsel dealing with insurance claims under a construction contract, complex issues of delay and finding commercial solutions for your clients. The mock-conference will be split into two 30-minute bite-sized podcasts and will see counsel advising a high-end developer client in the context of: Specified Perils, Delays, and Insurance claims. The podcasts will give an authentic insight into common challenges facing developer clients and will explore how to get the best outcome in the face of thorny contractual and practical issues. Our Speakers include Rupa Lakha, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys and Jennie Wild and Charlie Thompson of Keating Chambers.
We are delighted to present a podcast series detailing a mock conference with counsel dealing with insurance claims under a construction contract, complex issues of delay and finding commercial solutions for your clients. The mock-conference will be split into two 30-minute bite-sized podcasts and will see counsel advising a high-end developer client in the context of: Specified Perils, Delays, and Insurance claims. The podcasts will give an authentic insight into common challenges facing developer clients and will explore how to get the best outcome in the face of thorny contractual and practical issues. Our Speakers include Rupa Lakha, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys and Jennie Wild and Charlie Thompson of Keating Chambers.
This week Ruby speaks to Sarah Farrelly, a Pro Bono Associate at Charles Russell Speechlys. They chat about Sarah's career to date, including her time as a Senior Legal Manager at TrustLaw, the global pro bono legal service of the Thomson Reuters Foundation. A really interesting episode for any aspiring lawyers with an interest in human rights or legal aid.
We ask Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths. Plus, a survey says 76% of UAE population believe life will be back to normal in a year, thanks to the vaccination program - we get the details from G42 Healthcare. And we discuss the first images of Mars sent from the Hope Probe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Experts in the field join Jess Harrold to offer their own thoughts on the three most important property cases of 2020. Emma Humphreys, partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, considers the significance of the Supreme Court restrictive covenant decision in Alexander Devine Children’s Cancer Trust v Housing Solutions Ltd. Roger Cohen, partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, offers his own personal reflection on his involvement in Cardtronics Europe Ltd and others v Sykes (VO) and others. And Joanne Wicks QC and Emer Murphy, barristers at Wilberforce Chambers, join forces once again to discuss the implications of our number one case, Duval v 11-13 Randolph Crescent Ltd.
Surina Kelly from the ARN News Centre has the details on the permits now required to enter the Emirate. Plus, we discuss Arabtec's liquidation, the VP debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris, and talk the rise in demand for luxury watches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this podcast we will discuss some of the opportunities and issues about returning to the workplace as well as some wider market predictions and Health & Safety law. Speakers include Sarah Morley & Noel Wardle of Charles Russell Speechlys as well as Kersten Muller, Head of Real Estate at Grant Thornton.
There’s nothing like a global pandemic to remind people of their own mortality and coronavirus has sent individuals rushing to get their financial affairs in order. In this week's FT Money show presenter Lucy Warwick-Ching talks to guests - Julia Cox, partner at Charles Russell Speechlys and Ian Dyall, head of estate planning at Tilney - about how best to pass money down the generations. From trusts to family investment companies, or regular gifts out of income - how can you give your children or grandchildren money without being hit by high taxes? We discuss the issues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode, we speak to Samuel Omozusi, future trainee at Charles Russell Speechlys about his journey to securing a Training Contract. Sam speaks candidly about how he improved his Training Contract application technique and shares invaluable advice on how to stand out from the crowd in law firm applications. Sam shares his advice on how to prepare for, and shine during a Vacation Scheme to increase your chances of converting that Vacation Scheme into a Training Contract offer. Sam also provides his top tips for developing Commercial Awareness. A must-listen for anyone currently applying for training contracts or vacation schemes. Hosted by Camilla Uppal. Produced by Feed Ignite.
James Souter and Megan Davies, of Charles Russell Speechlys, join EG's Jess Harrold to discuss the Court of Appeal's decision in the high-profile case Fearn and others v Board of Trustees of Tate Gallery [2020] EWCA Civ 104; [2020] PLSCS 22 - which effectively closes the door on nuisance claims for overlooking. Souter and Davies take the positions of the Neo Bankside residents and the Tate Modern respectively, addressing the key arguments before the Court of Appeal, explaining the court's findings, and debating whether the correct decision was reached. In addition, they discuss the potential for the case to go to the Supreme Court.
Naming no names, which host of a well-known legal podcast was recently seen disappearing through a suspicious-looking black door in London's seedy Soho? We'd hate to start scurrilous rumours, but our secret sources tell us that this natty dressing, spec wearing, Yorkshire Tea drinker was heard discussing all manner of smut, celebrity gossip, the Leveson Inquiry, super-injunctions, defamation, copyright and scandal – with weekly digital icon of rumour, humour and innuendo, Popbitch. Luckily we've obtained a recording of what happened. Popbitch's Chris Lochery and Duncan Lamont, from Charles Russell Speechlys, talk candidly about what it's like to walk the legal tightrope. Let's keep it between ourselves who the other person is though, ok? Find out more at tr.com/TheHearing
In this special Planet Pod episode Amanda catches up with renowned arctic explorer, advocate and visionary Pen Hadow who talks about what inspired him to push the boundaries of exploration in the arctic region.Pen describes the disturbing truth of what he has seen with his own eyes - the gradual destruction of what he calls the "floating ice reef ecosystem" of the arctic. He highlights the vulnerability of an entire habitat from unchecked commercial fishing, international shipping and mineral extraction in the region.Pen then gives a call to action for all of us to tackle climate change and highlights the important international advocacy work of the 90o North Unit.The 90ºNorth Unit, founded by Pen, is the only organisation exclusively dedicated to protecting the wildlife and floating ice-reef ecosystem in the Arctic Ocean's international waters. The Unit is catalysing the conservation process within the United Nations to create the world's largest protected marine area by 2032.Many thanks to Charles Russell Speechlys for hosting this podcast Links:90º North UnitPen HaddowTwitter: @penhadow @ArcticMission See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jonathan Seitler QC of Wilberforce Chambers returns to the fifth episode of The Agenda with the assertion that “rights of light is witchcraft”. Setting out his case, he suggests seven key similarities between the ancient art and rights of light – including reference to the Bible and long-standing rules. To debate this theory, Jonathan is joined by property litigator Emma Humphreys – a partner at Charles Russell Speechlys. Together they discuss the value of injunctions, utility of specialist experts, calculation of damages, the complexity of the related law and what, ultimately, might replace it. Emma even brings a touch of magic to the proceedings.
In the latest episode of On the Case, James Souter, partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, analyses the Court of Appeal decision in Generator Developments Ltd v Lidl UK GmbH [2018] EWCA Civ 396; [2018] PLSCS 46 - a dispute in which the supermarket chain fended off a claim from a developer that it had had joint venture negotiations with prior to buying a near £7m development site. Souter outlines the key facts of the decision, what the court decided and how developers that find themselves in Generator's position can best protect themselves - as well as explaining how the decision may make it less likely that courts will apply a Pallant v Morgan [1953] Ch 43 equity in the future.
On 1 March 2018, HealthInvestor UK and law firm Charles Russell Speechlys brought together a panel of experts to discuss what is driving M&A among private equity firms in the healthcare market. You can listen to the discussion here. The panellists were: Ruben Bhagobati, principal, AMP Capital Clare Connell, managing director, Connell Consulting Sam Gray, partner, Apposite Capital Michael Lingens, partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
On 1 March 2018, HealthInvestor UK and law firm Charles Russell Speechlys brought together a panel of experts to discuss what the future holds for private equity houses in the healthcare market. You can listen to the discussion here. The panellists were: Vernon Baxter, managing director, Investor Publishing Christian Dubé, partner, August Equity Stephen Edwards, managing partner, Core Capital Partners Gordon Hamilton, managing director, Nexus Corporate Finance
What would you like to know about Brexit and your personal finances? Paul Lewis and guests will be ready to answer your questions about investments; savings; pensions; EU citizenship application issues; and the housing market. On the expert panel are: Russ Mould, Investment Director AJ Bell; Michelle Cracknell, chief executive, TPAS; David Hollingworth, Associate Director, London and Country mortgage brokers; and Rose Carey, Head of immigration at solicitors Charles Russell Speechlys. Let us know what's on your mind, call 03700 100 444 from 1pm to 3.30pm or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk now.
Interviews with movers and shakers and new starters of the business world in Surrey
Dave Peet president of Woking Chamber of Commerce www.wokingchamber.org.uk, Emily Chalkey, Associate of the law firm Charles Russell Speechlys www.charlesrussellspeechlys.com, Gary Evans will discuss his new company, Holistic Healing Therapy www.awakeningmentor.co.uk, Ed Halil from E A Chauffeurs www.eachauffeurs.co.uk & Barrie Dennett, chairman, Cloud Airport Spas www.cloudairportspas.com