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RPC promotes three new Partners and six Of Counsel in latest round of promotions
International law firm RPC has announced the promotion of three new Partners and six Of Counsel, effective 1 May 2025.
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Antony Sassi named RPC Managing Partner
International law firm RPC has elected Antony Sassi as its next Managing Partner. Antony will commence his four-year term on May 1, 2025, succeeding James Miller, who has been in the role since 2017.
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Six steps to AI Literacy (whether legally required to or not)
At the beginning of February 2025, the AI literacy requirement under the EU AI Act came into force. The effect of this is that certain businesses must take measures to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy in their staff.
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International law firm RPC launches global legal accelerator programme RPC Tectonic to support tech businesses in the ESG space
International law firm RPC today announced that it is launching RPC Tectonic, a global legal accelerator programme focused on supporting technology businesses which are addressing environmental, social and/or governance (ESG) issues.
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CFAAR - The first global network for Crypto Fraud and Asset Recovery Professionals launch in London
A group of legal industry professionals comprising lawyers, barristers, forensic accountants, corporate intelligence and asset recovery experts have launched CFAAR – the ‘Crypto Fraud and Asset Recovery’ network, bringing together some of the world’s leading names in crypto disputes and advisory with the purpose of developing and sharing best practice in this rapidly evolving sphere and placing the UK and common law jurisdictions at centre stage for global crypto dispute resolution.
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UWE Futures expands to open new pathways into Bristol’s legal and creative sectors
RPC is proud to participate in UWE Futures, a pioneering talent collaboration programme developed by the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). Designed to promote diversity and support global majority students from low-income backgrounds, the programme has expanded in its second year to welcome more legal firms and a leading creative industry organisation.
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Chambers Greater China guide recommends RPC in four categories
RPC has once again maintained its rankings as a top firm in the Chambers Greater China Region guide, including Band 1 recognition for Insurance: contentious (International Firms), and a new ranking for 2025 in TMT: Data protection & privacy (International Firms).
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Nine RPC lawyers recognised in Lexology Index rankings 2025
International law firm RPC is proud to announce that nine of its lawyers have so far been recognised in the Lexology Index rankings 2025, reflecting the firm’s exceptional talent and expertise across key practice areas.
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Rising to the challenge, how insurers will adapt in 2025
The global insurance industry is on the brink of transformation as geopolitical tensions, accelerating AI adoption, and escalating climate crises converge to create a perfect storm in 2025. From navigating a volatile economic landscape to addressing emerging risks in cyber and ESG, insurers face a year of unparalleled complexity and opportunity.
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RPC Launches Global Access Lawyers with Cohort of Leading Insurance Law Practices
International law firm RPC has today launched Global Access Lawyers; a connected global offering providing insurer clients easy access to recognised insurance law specialists across the globe.
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Upcoming changes to data protection legislation in Asia
The data privacy landscape in Asia is varied, complex and evolving. We are already seeing the wheels of change in motion as the data privacy laws of several Asian jurisdictions are being updated to reflect more closely the European data protection regime. This article summarises some of those changes.
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RPC advises Atrium and its management on sale to CRC Group
International law firm RPC is advising Atrium and its management team on its proposed acquisition by CRC Group from investment funds managed by Stone Point Capital LLC and other investors -the transaction is expected to close in the third quarter, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.
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Strong retention rate for RPC’s UK qualifying trainees
International law firm RPC is set to retain 89% of its UK trainees due to qualify in September 2025.
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RPC scores ten Band 1 rankings in Chambers UK 2025
Chambers UK recommends RPC in 26 categories overall, with a new Band 1 ranking for Media & Entertainment: Advertising and Marketing, first time rankings for Sport and Personal Injury, and promoted rankings for Media and IT and Outsourcing.
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RPC recognised as top-tier firm across eight areas in The Legal 500 UK 2025
RPC, a law firm deeply invested in client ambitions and commercial success, is proud to be recognised once again in The Legal 500 UK 2025 rankings.
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RPC scores top rankings in Chambers UK 2023
RPC has achieved top ranking in nine practice areas in Chambers UK 2023.
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Six-cess! RPC recognised as top-tier firm across six areas in The Legal 500 UK 2023
The 2023 edition of the Legal 500 UK rankings has been released and we are delighted with the latest results.
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New developments in AI may put law firms at greater risk of phishing fraud
As the computing power of Artificial Intelligence continues to grow exponentially, we consider how generative technology may expand the reach of traditional phishing frauds aimed at law firms.
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Sports Ticker #132 - Owl's not well at Sheffield Wednesday and Wimbledon swaps one court for another
In a fortnight which saw Jannik Sinner achieve Wimbledon glory after beating Carlos Alcaraz by three sets to one in a fierce Centre Court spectacle, underdogs Chelsea FC topple Paris Saint Germain to become victors of the Men’s FIFA Club World Cup 2025, and the Welsh Rugby Union announce that it is considering halving the number of regions in the Welsh professional rugby union setup, we bring you news on Sheffield Wednesday’s third transfer embargo, an insight into Tour De France’s new yellow card system, and a look at Liberty Media’s acquisition of MotoGP.
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Reverse-engineering and disassembly of IBM mainframe software in breach of software licence (IBM v LzLabs) – Part 2
This second article on IBM v LzLabs explores the validity of IBM's audit request and subsequent termination of the ICA.
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Reverse-engineering and disassembly of IBM mainframe software in breach of software licence (IBM v LzLabs) – Part 1
In IBM United Kingdom Ltd v LzLabs GmbH and others [2025] EWHC 532 (TCC), the High Court has provided useful guidance on what constitutes unlawful reverse engineering and the extent of the Software Directive's statutory exceptions to software copyright protection set out in the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (the CDPA).
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Take 10 - 04 April 2025
Welcome to RPC's Media and Communications law update. This month's edition on key media developments and the latest cases.
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RPC celebrates double win at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025
International law firm RPC has been recognised at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025, winning Deal of the Year and the Wellbeing Award.
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Key cyber developments: looking back over 2024
For the cyber market, 2024 brought with it many legislative and regulatory changes, as well as sophisticated cyber-attacks and ground-breaking law enforcement activity.
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RPC's Snapshots app brings together the latest legal developments…at the touch of a button
Students and commercial lawyers alike can access a rich database of updates from the commercial, data, digital, consumer and advertising legal landscape
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RPC’s Retail Compass Autumn edition: What challenges do retailers face post-pandemic?
RPC, the international law firm has launched the Autumn edition of its Retail Compass, which explores legal and policy changes that are set to impact the retail industry.
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Five RPC lawyers feature in Thomson Reuters' Stand-out Lawyers 2025 list
Thomson Reuters has selected five RPC lawyers globally for its 2025 Stand-out Lawyers list, a global recognition based on independent client feedback.
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RPC insurance partner named as Winner in Lexology Client Choice Awards 2024
Carmel Green sole recipient of Insurance & Reinsurance, Hong Kong category
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RPC named Insurance Law Firm of the Year at ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
Accolade comes as international law firm celebrates 10th anniversary in Asia
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Tax incentives for HK Insurance market
First proposed in December last year, the Hong Kong Legislative Council has now passed a measure that will reduce profits tax on several insurance businesses.
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Arbitration awards and fraud revisited
The English Court of Appeal has rejected a further attempt by the buyers of goods to set aside enforcement of a CIETAC arbitration award on grounds of fraud.
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RPC named as Rising Law Firm of the Year in Hong Kong
Professional services firm RPC has won a top award after being handed the title of Rising Law Firm of the Year at the 2017 Asian Legal Business Awards.
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