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Beyond the law, opinions are, put simply, a part of our culture. We employ a diverse collection of talented people, from varied backgrounds with differing perspectives. We are a firm of strong personalities. Individuality is embraced at Mishcon de Reya, and we are on the lookout for individuals to join us.
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Adam Morallee: “Ultimately, a commercial interest has been favoured by the legislators.” Is the UK legislature moving towards a US model with the concerns of big business at its heart?
Adam believes that powers in the 2012 Act are far more positive for the sponsors than the Olympic Games themselves. Do you think there is a shift towards a US model where big business concerns are a key influence on legislation?
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Helen Croft: “Boards made up of equal or near equal numbers of men and women outperform their competitors.” What will be the most effective ways to ensure we meet the 30% women on boards target set by Lord Abersoch?
Helen says that we should recognise the Women on Boards debate is about business performance as much as it is about equality in the workplace. What do you think should be done to help reach the 30% target?
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Kevin McCarthy: “It’s not about private client or corporate client – it’s about clients.” Is there any merit in pigeonholing types of client in the new economic reality?
Kevin believes that the lines drawn between corporate work and private client affairs are becoming increasingly irrelevant. Do you think there is any merit at distinguishing between clients and their affairs in this way?
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John Sendama: “The law can catch up with technology.” Can a balance be struck between the rights of copyright holders and the societal benefits of new technology?
John believes that a balanced approach and full consideration of the benefits of new technology is necessary to make sure the legislation such as the Digital Economy Act does its job. How do you think a balance can be struck?
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Jessica Medus: “We need to embrace the change and welcome this opportunity.” What action should law firms take to make the most out of the Legal Services Act?
Jessica believes that law firms need to take a proactive, not defensive, approach to the Legal Services Act. What attitude do you think law firms should adopt in relation to the Act?
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Laura Odlind: “The use of mediation can mean it’s easier for parties to preserve their relationship.” How and why is Alternative Dispute Resolution becoming so prevalent in the contentious legal landscape?
Laura believes that forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution such as mediation or expert determination can be more conducive to resolving disputes than a more adversarial approach. What role do you think Alternative Dispute Resolution has to play?
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