Advocates for International Development, the City pro bono initiative targeted at providing legal advice and assistance within developing countries, launches officially on Wednesday (11 October). More than 20 law firms and chambers have signed up to the initiative and have already provided a combined 7,000 hours pro bono. Participating firms include Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance, Herbert Smith, Lovells, Shearman & Sterling and Weil Gotshal Manges.
International Eye: Russia
Alrosa to appeal Commission diamond ruling Alrosa to appeal Commission diamond ruling Russia’s state-owned diamond company Alrosa is preparing for a massive legal battle with the European Commission over a ruling prohibiting it selling rough gems to competitor De Beers. Alrosa is the world’s second-largest diamond producer behind De Beers. The Commission ruled in February […]
