Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Arbitration Ordinance (Cap. 609) provides a mechanism by which a party to arbitration proceedings can challenge an arbitrator’s impartiality. In CNG v. G & Others [2025] HKCFI 3598, the court was asked to decide on such a challenge and, in doing so, revisited the applicable principles for the removal of an arbitrator based on doubts about their impartiality.

United Kingdom: As we head into the final quarter of 2025, it is apparent that this has become a year of reflection for the UK government on the state of the existing frameworks for litigation funding and group litigation and whether they currently achieve their intended goals and balance the interests of claimants (and their funders) and defendants.

The Global Board and Global Advisory Committee of Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, have elected Susan Kelly as Non-Executive Chair of the Global Board, effective November 10, 2025.

Australia: The Federal Court’s decision in Magar v Khan [2025] FCA 874 marks a pivotal moment in Australian employment law, reinforcing the community’s intolerance for workplace sexual harassment and sex-based discrimination. In awarding a record-breaking A$305,000 award of damages to Ms Magar, the Court not only recognised the profound psychological and economic harm suffered but also sent a clear message to employers: passive compliance is no longer acceptable. This case note explores the factual background, legal principles and broader implications of the judgment, including enforcement of the positive duty under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), the legal risks of victimisation and the heightened responsibilities owed to vulnerable employees.

Australia: Dentons’ Charity Health Check provides a practical guide to assist with a high-level review of your compliance and operational issues. 

Australia: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming central to Australia’s clean energy future, helping integrate renewables and stabilise the grid. Financing these projects is complex due to fragmented revenue streams, technical risks, and evolving regulations. Yet market confidence is growing, driven by long-term contracts, robust legal frameworks, and targeted government support. Well-structured projects can attract conventional project finance, moving BESS from a high-risk investment to a scalable, bankable asset class. This article explores the financing landscape, key legal considerations, and public incentives shaping Australia’s BESS sector.

Our shipping law insights provide legal and market commentary, addressing the key questions and topics of interest to our clients operating in the shipping industry, helping them to effectively manage risk.

Brandenburgs früherer Wirtschaftsminister Jörg Steinbach (SPD) muss seine Beratertätigkeit für die Anwaltskanzlei CMS wegen möglicher Interessenkonflikte mit dem Land vorübergehend aufgeben. CMS hatte Brandenburg im Zusammenhang mit der Tesla-Ansiedlung beraten.

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Sie haben die Botschaft der Niederlande in Kabul beschützt. Als die Taliban die Stadt überrannten, blieben sie zurück. Nun hat ein Gericht die Einreise von 42 afghanischen Wachleuten gefordert.

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Nicht nur kam eine Kommissaranwärterin in Dienstkleidung auf eine Mottoparty, sie wirkte auch noch bei einer gestellten Verhaftung mit: Was nach Spaß klingt, wurde ihr zum Verhängnis. Wegen Zweifeln an ihrer charakterlichen Eignung durfte sie entlassen werden.

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