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What's your governance IQ?

Nov 2012

See how much you know about governance in today’s business environment.

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The changing role of the general counsel

Nov 2012

In-house counsel are working fewer hours than counsel at large law firms.

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Improving performance through boardroom diversity

Oct 2012

Firm separated CEO and chair roles and recruited more women directors.

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Dewey settlement shows clawbacks work

Oct 2012

When Dewey & LeBoeuf filed the largest law firm bankruptcy in US history, it owed an estimated $315 million, with potential additional claims of a further $245 million.

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HR and the corporate secretary

May 2012

Lets face it, thinking about a company’s human resources (HR) department can send chills down your spine.

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Dispelling five myths about the corporate secretary

Oct 2011

Corporate secretary’s job has become more honorable, dynamic and sought-after.

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Is it time for a governance road show?

Aug 2011

The purpose of this kind of roadshow is to help companies reach out to large investors and discuss governance matters.

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Ken Bertsch talks society

Aug 2011

Society may become more proactive in advocating for good governance.

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Practical advice for disposing of owner-managed public companies

Mar 2011

What constitutes 'fair treatment'?

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Seeing through EU transparency

Jun 2009

Lawyers continue to exploit loopholes

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