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RPC scores top rankings in Chambers UK 2023
RPC has achieved top ranking in nine practice areas in Chambers UK 2023.
Read moreRPC hires Hong Kong employment lawyer for its market-leading Commercial Disputes practice in Asia
International law firm RPC has hired Employment lawyer Andrea Randall as Partner to join the firm's Commercial Disputes practice in Asia.
Read moreSix-cess! RPC recognised as top-tier firm across six areas in The Legal 500 UK 2023
The 2023 edition of the Legal 500 UK rankings has been released and we are delighted with the latest results.
Read moreRPC's Snapshots app brings together the latest legal developments…at the touch of a button
Students and commercial lawyers alike can access a rich database of updates from the commercial, data, digital, consumer and advertising legal landscape
Read moreRPC’s Retail Compass Autumn edition: What challenges do retailers face post-pandemic?
RPC, the international law firm has launched the Autumn edition of its Retail Compass, which explores legal and policy changes that are set to impact the retail industry.
Read moreWhistle-blowing on illegal cartels drops 70% in 5 years
Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) recently increased award to £250,000 Calls to the CMA hotline have plummeted from 1,442 in 2017 to 427 in 2022
Read moreStatement on Glencore criminal compensation ruling
International law firm RPC seeks compensation for bribery victim Nigeria
Read moreBusinesses warned to get 'robust protections in place' as push payment fraud soars
International law firm RPC reacts as UK Finance reveals staggering 44% increase on this type of financial scam in 2021
Read more'Vigilance and healthy dose of scepticism' are best defence against loan scams
International law firm RPC warns individuals and businesses there is 'unlikely any recourse' for victims of new online fraud
Read moreRPC bolsters its International Arbitration and Disputes capabilities with heavyweight Partner hire
Lateral Partner hire Shai Wade to become RPC's head of International Arbitration.
Read more"Microplastics are a ticking timebomb for litigation"
International law firm RPC warns a 'rising tide' of claims relating to microplastic pollution can be expected.
Read moreFourfold increase in US shareholder class actions relating to SPACs causing some insurers to restrict coverage
A fourfold increase in US shareholder class action lawsuits relating to Special Purpose Acquisition Companies is causing some insurers to restrict coverage, says RPC, the international law firm. The number of class actions relating to SPACs rose to 33 in 2021-22, up from just eight in 2020-21.
Read moreRPC expands its Commercial Group with new Disputes Partner hire
International law firm RPC has hired Disputes Partner Rathi Thiagamoorthy to reinforce its Commercial Group's offering to clients across its growing areas of focus, including Retail and Tech. She joined RPC on 9 February 2022.
Read moreFinancial services litigation – what to look out for in 2022
Push-payment fraud, cryptocurrency, ESG and interest rate moves expected to be key drivers of financial disputes next year
Read moreCovid civil unrest, claims arising from the SDLT holiday and emerging trends in class actions – the major issues set to impact insurers in 2022
Civil unrest in response to lockdowns, claims arising from the Stamp Duty holiday and emerging trends in class actions are just three of the major issues facing insurers in 2022, according to the latest Annual Insurance Review from international law firm RPC.
Read moreInvestigations into Covid recovery loan fraud rise more than 50% in February 2021
Bounce Back Loan (BBLs) fraud investigations by the City of London Police increased by more than 50% in February 2021 compared to the previous month, shows research from RPC, the international law firm.
Read moreJustice Calver hands down a judgment on Disclosure – FRN v JP Morgan
Interesting decision on disclosure handed down this morning in the next stage of the Federal Republic of Nigeria's ongoing claim against JP Morgan.
Read moreWhich key regulatory changes will shape the rest of 2024?
The current regulatory landscape is dynamic and multifaceted, driven by technological advancements and ESG considerations. With increased scrutiny there's a need for robust compliance frameworks - across various sectors. But what are the most pressing issues?
Read moreWhat 7 key regulatory changes lie ahead in 2024?
AI impacts, green claims and product safety among issues explored in Regulatory radar
Read moreRPC launches free go-to platform and online community for accountants and tax advisers
Tax Take + features guidance notes on tax-related topics, news, podcasts, webinars, vlogs and interactive chat for industry experts
Read moreRPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance
RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time
Read moreRPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team
RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.
Read moreFCA's intervention on green claims is 'welcome step forward'
International law firm RPC says there are concerns due to lack of regulation of ESG credentials in investment products
Read moreFashion brands make up a quarter of ‘greenwashing’ complaints to the CMA
Fashion brands account for a quarter of complaints relating to unsubstantiated green claims since new guidelines were introduced last year, according to research from international law firm RPC.
Read moreImposing new Calorie labelling legislation 'couldn't be worse timing' for hospitality sector
International law firm RPC warns change could place increased financial burden on businesses only just beginning to recover from pandemic disruption
Read moreWhistleblower reports on National Minimum Wage breaches jump 37% within retail sector
The number of whistleblower reports relating to alleged National Minimum Wage breaches in the retail sector saw a 37% jump in the past year according to RPC, the international law firm.
Read moreRPC boosts market-leading transactional and regulatory insurance team with Partner hire
Key strategic hire adds further strength to the firm's expanding transactional and regulatory insurance team
Read moreRPC appoints Zoe Mernick-Levene as Partner
International law firm RPC announced today that contentious competition lawyer Zoe Mernick-Levene joins as a Partner.
Read moreRPC advises the Castel management sellers on the sale to Ryan Speciality
International law firm RPC advised the management sellers of Castel Underwriting Agencies Limited (Castel) on the sale to Ryan Speciality which closed on May 1. The deal was announced December 21, 2023.
Read moreNavigating the Generational Shifts in Consumer Behaviour
Gen Z, the first generation to be digital natives and the newest consumer, is turning retail on its head. In its latest edition of Retail Compass, international law firm RPC, takes a closer look at how the priorities of Gen Zers, a third of the global population, are shaping retail and consumer offerings.
Read moreCar charger hacking risk shows 'everyday items can be vulnerable to attack'
New legislation for connected devices will provide better protection for consumers and national security, says international law firm RPC
Read more'All is not lost' as IMF predicts impact of AI on jobs
AI technology will create new roles and opportunities, with higher value placed on human emotional intelligence in the workplace, says international law firm RPC
Read moreLeading media litigator Lindsay Warwick joins RPC as Partner
International law firm RPC announced today that Lindsay Warwick, a leading media litigator, joins as Partner. An already powerful bench of over ten media litigators, the appointment cements the firm's reputation as having the UK's leading media defence practice.
Read moreRPC hires Helen Armstrong to grow its award-winning Technology practice
RPC continues its investment in its Tech Disputes offering to support the firm's rapid growth within the technology sector. Armstrong is RPC's 20th new Partner in 2022; mix of lateral hires and internal promotions.
Read moreThe Metaverse, green claims and data privacy – what critical issues lie ahead for retailers and consumer brands in Autumn 2022?
International law firm RPC launches the latest edition of Retail Compass
Read moreValue of investments into European sport increases 433% to £9.6bn in past year
• Total number of deals has increased 28% to 37 in past 12 months • Four £1bn+ deals in the last year, including sales of Chelsea and AC Milan • Women’s football and boxing seen as areas of growth
Read moreSolana hack could lead to claims against its developers and service providers
A cyberattack on Solana, which has resulted in the wallets of 8,000 customers being drained, could potentially lead to claims being taken against its software developers and third-party service providers, says international law firm RPC.
Read moreWagatha Christie trial timely reminder of inherent risks in litigation between high profile individuals
Earlier today, the UK's High Court handed down its decision on the highly publicised case Vardy v Rooney.
Read moreRPC strengthens award-winning Technology practice with leading Partner hire
International law firm RPC has hired Commercial, Technology and Outsourcing lawyer Tania Williams to join the firm's award-winning Technology practice in London as a Partner. Tania starts from the 4 July 2022.
Read moreCadwalladr judgment is 'important vindication' for freedom of expression
International law firm RPC reacts to High Court libel trial, as Guardian and Observer journalist wins against Brexit campaigner Arron Banks
Read more1.5 million square metres added to distribution warehouse centres in past year – as e-commerce booms
Large distribution warehouse centres saw an extra 1,500,000m²* in space added last year, the equivalent of 210 football pitches, according to RPC, the international law firm.
Read moreOnline Harms Bill: Legislation will disproportionately hit small UK businesses
Broad and far-reaching legislation to tackle online harms could place a major burden on companies, particularly small businesses, says RPC, the international law firm.
Read moreRPC supports the UK's leading bed retailer Dreams as the "Official Sleep Partner" in its partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB
International law firm RPC has supported the UK’s leading bed retailer Dreams in its brand partnerships with Team GB and ParalympicsGB ahead of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Read moreRPC comments on landmark Lloyd v Google Supreme Court judgment
This morning the UK Supreme Court handed down its landmark decision in Lloyd v Google.
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