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The WSG Latin American Antitrust and M&A Groups are proud to announce the release of "Navigating Merger Control in Latin America: A Strategic Guide for Global M&A" .This publication provides an in-depth analysis of the merger control landscape across Latin America, as a valuable resource for navigating the complexities of merger control across the region, empowering your business to seize new opportunities with confidence.

Drawing on the expertise of WSG’s extensive network, the guide includes country-specific insights from 17 key Latin American jurisdictions. This is a testament to the power of WSG member partnerships and the highest level of expertise WSG members provide on key industry updates..

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In this Asian Legal Business article, WSG member Joseph Kwan, Partner and Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Deacons, shares the importance of identifying individuals with leadership potential for succession planning and preparing the next generation of leaders to guide firms into the future.

In this Wall Street Journal feature article, WSG member Sean Buckley, Member and Co-Leader of the Pixel and Adtech Task Force at Dykema, shares insights on online privacy and other areas where Supreme Court rulings could reshape marketing regulation, emphasizing the strong resistance data brokers will likely mount against the FTC's regulatory efforts, particularly given their reliance on data.

Focusing on important cross jurisdictional relevant ESG litigation cases throughout the European region, the ESG Group - Europe has published ESG in Europe: Top Litigation Case Studies in 2022 - 2023. This report includes country-by-country case outcomes that have impacted ESG initiatives and regulations. Case types include climate litigation, greenwashing, major construction projects, “brown industries” litigation and corporate sustainability.

14 WSG ESG Group members in 9 European jurisdictions contributed to the report, which is a testament to the power of WSG member partnerships and the highest level of expertise WSG members provide on key industry updates.

With the rapid evolution of legal artificial intelligence (AI) technology in Asia Pacific, World Services Group (WSG) members in the region have published a collaborative report focusing on diverse regulatory approaches and proactive measures to harness the benefits of AI.

The WSG Asia Pacific Region Generative AI – The Asia Effect report includes key insights and updates on the ethical implications of AI, data security concerns, privacy considerations, issues of bias and fairness, client perceptions, the potential risks and benefits associated with the use of AI, and the impact of AI on traditional legal roles and responsibilities.

Over 20 members in 11 Asia Pacific jurisdictions contributed to the report, which is a testament to the power of WSG member partnerships and the highest level of expertise WSG members provide on key industry updates and trends.

World Services Group (WSG) has once again been ranked as a Band 1 Elite Global Law Firm Network by Chambers and Partners. WSG consistently earns this prestigious accolade each year, which is a testament to the network’s top ranked member firms and professionals who provide the highest level of client service and collaboration both regionally and globally.

WSG as a network continually grows through innovative technology, strategic leadership, valuable membership services and key business and knowledge exchange opportunities.

The Chambers Global Legal Guide 2024 ranks the top lawyers, law firms and legal networks in over 200 jurisdictions across the world and is based on in-depth research and thousands of one-to-one interviews conducted by its team of experienced researchers.

View Chambers and Partners Global Guide 2024 here.

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