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We know that the role of in-house counsel can be demanding, which is why we've created our In-House Hub. Discover resources on a variety of legal topics and issues, all in one easy to find location.

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Our aim is to provide the necessary knowledge to deal with the challenges the in-house legal community face every day, providing content on topics that matter to you and practical steps on how to advise your business.

Horizon scanning 2023

What do you need to know for 2023? We highlight the key risks and developments for in-house counsel to be aware of this year.

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Directors' Outlook: Business resilience and risk management 2023 

What are the key risks facing directors and their businesses during the course of 2023? Our experts highlight key challenges – including ESG, data and cyber, insolvency and supply chain disruption – and explain practical steps that can be taken to manage them.

Read our predictions here

Employment law: What's on the horizon for 2023?

From strike laws to the Retained EU Law Bill, we outline the key developments that employers should be aware of for 2023.

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ESG resources

ESG has never been more important to businesses worldwide. High-profile reporting and intense public scrutiny of corporate conduct, governance, investment behaviours and environmental policy, has placed increasing pressure on organisations to get their ESG strategy right; but with a lack of clearly defined standards to refer to, this can be easier said than done. Our ESG resources explain what businesses need to know now and highlight emerging trends to prepare for. 

ESG insights

Read about the latest ESG developments on our Insights page below.

ESG Insights

  • Directors' Outlook 2023: ESG

    ESG was once a fringe issue. But no longer. A company's impact on the wider world is now inseparable from its core business. We take you some of the ESG trends we expect in 2023.

    Find out more here

  • Doing Business Better: The importance of ESG to businesses in 2023 and beyond

    At the end of 2022, we invited business owners, company directors and in-house counsel to benchmark their company's ESG strategy. Participants were drawn from a range of sectors and the survey responses provide a unique insight into how ESG considerations have impacted business strategy, including: marketing, recruitment and the extent to which profit remains the sole consideration for decision making. Our report reveals the results of the survey along with emerging trends for how companies are aiming to ‘do business better’.

    Download the report here

  • Webinar: Directors' duties and the rise of ESG strategy

    An exploration of the increasing importance of ESG to business strategy and survival and the resulting impact on directors' duties. We consider the rising influence of investors, employees and consumers on business decision-making and whether this, combined with increasing ESG legislation and regulation, will force directors to adopt a 'triple bottom line' approach to measuring business performance.

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Internal Investigations hub

From launching an effective investigations process and selecting the right team, to implementing a robust communications strategy and protecting your legal privilege, our cross-practice investigations team provides practical guidance on the internal investigations process to help you get it right. Visit our Internal Investigations hub to hear our experts outlining the dos and don'ts of conducting an investigation, download our investigations checklist and other resources.

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Employment resources

Read about the latest development in employment law on our Insights page below.

Insights

  • Employment law: What's on the horizon for 2023?

    From strike laws to the Retained EU Law Bill, we outline the key developments that employers should be aware of for 2023.

    Find out more here

  • Webinar: Managing your staff through the cost of living crisis

    Our employment experts outline how employers can support their staff through the cost of living crisis and highlight the practical and legal ramifications.

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  • Webinar: How to get your business recession-ready

    When it comes to staff, cost-cutting measures need careful handling to reduce the risk of legal claims adding further expenses and instability. Our employment experts offer practical guidance and updates on the latest legal developments in these areas.

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Crisis Management for In-House Counsel

With the role of protecting a business' reputation often falling to its GC, especially when disaster strikes, safeguarding a brand through good governance is a top priority for many in-house legal functions. Read our top 10 tips and find out what you need to consider during a crisis and when.

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