Dentons

Thank you Elliott Portnoy for your leadership as founding Global CEO for the past 10 years. In less than a decade, Dentons has become one of the most globally recognized and highly rated professional services and legal brands through the value it delivers to clients across the world. Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions to Dentons. Your legacy is immense, with an outsized impact on the legal industry, our clients and everyone across the Firm.

This year’s BIO-Europe conference in Stockholm was a success! Our Global Life Sciences team was on-site to meet with industry leaders, creating a unique opportunity to meet with clients, forge new connections, and strengthen relationships. It’s incredible to reflect on our journey: from our early days in biotech to now building a global presence, attracting talent, and achieving new client wins. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this milestone 30th anniversary event. #BIOEurope #LifeSciences #BioPharma

The final session in our 2024 ESG global webinar series takes place tomorrow 7 November and will address some of the legal challenges and opportunities for corporates as they transition to net zero. Our panel will also provide in-house legal teams with a global energy and regulatory outlook across a number of key international markets including exploring likely implications of the US elections. Join our panel of Dentons Partners, Vivek Bakshi, David McGimpsey, Hazel Saffery, Christian Schnell, PhD, and Claudia Thomas to discuss the practicalities of mitigating energy transition risks and maximizing opportunities across a range of areas. Register for 'Transitioning to net zero: legal risks and opportunities for corporates’ here: https://lnkd.in/gztA7ynK #ESG #EnergyTransition #NetZero #InHouseLegal #LegalEvents

Maksym Sysoiev looks back on the key developments in Ukraine's energy sector in 2024 to address the energy gap triggered by the War. Through substantial governmental, financial, and technological support, Ukraine is not only weathering the immediate challenges but is also building a cleaner, more robust energy future which will also provide opportunities for international participation in the sector. To address the urgent generation shortage, particularly of balancing facilities, the Ukrainian government implemented several pivotal measures: 1. Accelerated “Winterization” and infrastructure rehabilitation 2. National Renewable Energy Action Plan 2030 3. Launch of pilot auctions for renewable projects 4. Biomethane export legislation 5. Capacity payments mechanism for new gas peakers 6. Grid support and auctioning for ancillary services 7. Oil and gas licensing expansion 8. Partnerships for oil and gas development 9. Regulatory improvements in energy sector legislation In the context of the ongoing conflict, the energy sector has become Ukraine's second-most critical sector, after defense. The government, together with donors and businesses, is pushing to deploy distributed generation, with a strategic focus on renewables and gas peakers. The transmission system operator is enhancing the grid's connectivity and expanding its capacity for new generation. A pilot smart grid project is currently underway in Ternopil, funded by international donors, with plans to scale up smart grid infrastructure nationwide. Dentons established our office in Ukraine in 1992 and has deep expertise advising international clients on the energy sector. For further information please contact Maksym Sysoiev and keep up with latest developments via Dentons Ukraine Transformation and Rebuild Hub https://lnkd.in/eAdPsD7P #UkraineTransformationAndRebuild #DentonsUkraine #DentonsUkraineGlobalTaskforce Chris Fetzer; James Batham; Esther McDermott; Ian McGrath; Oleg Batyuk; Maksym Sysoiev

How can leaders and peers create a safe and trusting environment where employees feel comfortable asking for help when they may be struggling? Our upcoming Client Experience (CX) webinar, ‘Challenging the stigma around mental health and fostering mental wellness,’ will specifically address the practical steps that leaders can take to break down the stigma around mental illness and how to respond to those who may be struggling with their mental health. Our speakers Carole Dagher, Louise Massey, Ryan Middleton, Tulsi Patel, and JoAnne Wakeford will share practical strategies for proactively nurturing a workplace culture that enables mental wellbeing for all. Register for this impactful session here: https://lnkd.in/d2DcK5_X #MentalHealthAwareness #LawyersMentalHealth #LegalProfessionWellness #InHouseLegal #InHouseCounsel

As we conclude our third annual Firmwide Inclusion Month, we take a moment to reflect on a month filled with insightful, inspiring, and meaningful conversations, all focused on driving positive change. Thank you to our clients and colleagues for your support and dedication and for coming together to celebrate the richness of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences that make Dentons unique. #InclusionMonth #IDE

Business leaders forecast massive gains from AI but are delaying implementation due to concerns about changing laws and regulations. Our Laws of AI Traction report explores where 450 international businesses are in their AI adoption journey. This industry-leading research outlines 3 critical dimensions needed to close the gap: - Corporate agility - Workforce transformation - Digital resilience Gaining AI traction – moving forward with clarity, purpose and pragmatism – is critical, but it’s not easy. We are here to guide you through this journey. Access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eNDYjeD6 #Dentons #LawsofAITraction #AI #Technology #AIAdoption #AIReport #BusinessGrowth

Day one at BIO-Europe has been a success! Our global Life Sciences team is joining over 5,000 biopharma professionals to explore the latest industry trends and breakthroughs. The discussions have been all about innovative solutions, partnering strategies, alternative funding, big pharma pipelines, and key policy updates as we navigate this exciting yet challenging era in biotechnology. If you’re attending, stop by our booth #165. Or, learn more about how our global Life Sciences team can support your business: https://lnkd.in/dMP6Rx8W #BIOEurope #LifeSciences #BioPharma

The 2024 US Presidential election will be one of the most consequential events this year. The way the political winds blow in the US will have important implications for New Zealand’s business, trade, and security interests. Right now, the race is too close to call.   Join Dentons New Zealand Chair and Global Vice Chair, Hayden Wilson, and Neil Hare, Dentons Public Policy Partner via webinar next Friday 8 November; 8:00am - 9:00am NZT just two days after the election for a “hot off the press” download of the implications of the result. You can register by clicking the link below.

Reflecting on your professional development goals for the rest of 2024? We’ve got you covered with our comprehensive collection of resources in our new hub, CenterX. CenterX is your personal center of excellence—everything you need to keep your skills game strong and amp up your influence, all conveniently located in one place.  Dive into CenterX and empower yourself to: ✅Lead the risk agenda with confidence ✅Become a trusted leader ✅Build a roadmap for your law department ✅Lead change and drive innovation ✅Build your personal brand and network ✅Hone your essential skills Explore podcasts, webinar recordings, templates, checklists, practical toolkits and digestible takeaways on the issues you care about most.  Visit the hub: https://lnkd.in/eWx8wiun   #GeneralCounsel #LegalOps