Commercial Awareness

Brian Mwenda: Kenya’s Successful Charlatan Lawyer

October 20, 2023

Find out why a ‘fake lawyer’ from Kenya sparked a nationwide discussion on properly qualified lawyers.

HS2: The Tumultuous Journey Of The UK’s High-Speed Rail Project

Explore the legal intricacies and societal implications of the UK's HS2 high-speed rail project, a landmark case study in project law.

US 2024 Elections: Is AI Defying The Campaign Process?

October 18, 2023

We delve into the profound impact of AI technologies on the 2024 US presidential elections, exploring how emerging tools challenge traditional campaign processes and the legal questions that arise.

ECHR’s Climate Case: Can The Court Redefine The Fight For Our Planet?

Discover how a group of young activists are challenging EU governments in a historic climate case at the ECHR, potentially reshaping environmental law and global climate justice.

Account Closure Or Political Statement? The Farage-Coutts Conundrum

October 3, 2023

Nigel Farage’s removal from Coutts bank has sparked fierce debates over the overlap between politics and banking.

The Future of Remote Work: Why Zoom’s Staff Are Back In The Office

October 2, 2023

Discover why Zoom is bringing its employees back to the office after experiencing unprecedented growth during the pandemic.

Investment Fund Greenwashing: SEC’s Call For Transparency

US financial watchdogs are preparing to introduce new legislation around investment fund names in an attempt to curb issues such as ‘greenwashing’.

Commercial Awareness Round-Up: 5 Key Topics You Should Know About

September 25, 2023

Gain insight into these 5 key topics making headlines in recent months and delve into the legal questions they pose.

G20 Summit 2023: Key Outcomes & The UK’s Role

September 14, 2023

Find out what happened as world leaders got together for the G20 Summit in India this September and why this is important for the UK.

The Implications of HSBC’s Stock Price Surge

August 31, 2023

Find out what caused HSBC's stock price to hit a three-year high and what it means for the bank, its investors and financial lawyers.