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“Unprecedented”, “force majeure” - practical tips for dealing with legal fallout from Covid-19

As a lawyer, I’m accustomed to being someone people turn to when they don’t know what to do. I don’t pretend to have all the answers but I…

Seeing beyond bullying

I wouldn’t mind betting that everyone has seen or experienced bullying at some point in his or her life. That alone ought to give us pause. Does…

What can I do about climate change?  I’m only a lawyer …

Watching the recent David Attenborough documentary, Climate Change - the facts - provoked a family debate in the Polka household. What can we do to…

Starting your own business ... getting over those admin hurdles

A joint blog by Adam and Hazel Polka

ACCOUNTANT (FIDUCIAIRE) A good one of these is worth his/her weight in gold. Start by finding one and asking questions. You’ll need one at some…

The story of human rights (and business) for beginners

Guest blog by Mary Mayenfisch-Tobin, business law and human rights specialist

Once upon a time (and this has happened more than once in the history of mankind) the world lived the terrible tragedy of war. Many people died in the…

Beyond Compliance

If you have ever worked for or with a large company, you will be familiar with the word “compliance”. The website of almost every multinational…

Perspectives on dispute resolution

Recent findings show a significant gap between the expectations of clients and their external lawyers when it comes to the role of lawyers in dispute…