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Ep. 1: Litigation developments in fundamental shareholder rights

May 17, 2021 15:08 - 13 minutes - 14.5 MB

In today's episode, we'll visit with Hogan Lovells partner Ryan Philp and senior associate Allison Wuertz, both from our New York office, as they discuss litigation developments in fundamental shareholder rights.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Jacko Maree

April 29, 2021 13:46 - 21 minutes - 49.5 MB

In this episode, Andrew turns to Jacko Maree. Jacko is non-executive the Deputy Chairman at Standard Bank Group and serves as Chairman of the Liberty Group.  Having been CEO of Africa’s largest bank, Standard Bank, for 13 years, including building their pan African business across 20 countries and securing a 20% investment in the bank by Chinese investors; he is a renowned and experienced leader in South Africa. Crucially he is also currently supporting South Africa’s push for investment as ...

Rewilding Hogan Lovells | Episode 3: Science and Traditional Wisdom

April 07, 2021 08:43 - 12 minutes - 23.1 MB

One of the most fascinating elements of the rewilding approaches used in Selkie is the combination of state-of-the-art science and high-tech measurement instruments on the one hand, and on the other, traditional wisdom, ways of observing and interacting with nature. By combining the best of the past with the best of the future, nature gets the ideal support to grow back into a stable ecosystem able to take care of itself. Project Lead: Mareike van Oosting Creative Directors: Julian Wildgru...

Rewilding Hogan Lovells | Episode 2: The Story of Selkie

April 07, 2021 08:41 - 10 minutes - 18.4 MB

In the village of Selkie in Eastern Finland, industrial peat extraction had greatly degraded the landscape, poisoning lakes and rivers and endangering the aquatic life there. But thanks to the efforts of the Snowchange Cooperative with financial support from Hogan Lovells, a stunning nature recovery has taken place in only a few years. After years of decline, birds are coming back to nest and visit this key migratory site, biodiversity has been restored and the soil is shifting slowly from t...

Rewilding Hogan Lovells | Episode 1: Europe’s New Wild

April 07, 2021 08:31 - 8 minutes - 16.4 MB

The concept of rewilding has a proven track record of success and is now rapidly growing in Europe. Rewilding Europe is the organisation which effectively spreads this idea across the continent. At the core of their work is a new attitude of trusting nature to take care of itself rather than controlling and confining it. Results from the scientific programmes accompanying their work show that this is not only an extremely effective way of increasing biodiversity and combatting climate change...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Charlie Robertson

March 26, 2021 06:15 - 26 minutes - 60.4 MB

In the 21st episode of the A Perspective Podcast, Andrew turns to Charlie Robertson. Charlie is Global Chief Economist and Head of Macro Strategy at Renaissance Capital. Focused on emerging, Frontier, and Africa markets, Charlie is often rated number 1 for Emerging Europe or Frontier/Africa commentary.  Join them as they discuss a wide range of captivating topics including; why the 21st century is going to be better for Africa, what the continent needs to address to achieve industrializatio...

False Claims Act - Ep. 6: Looking Ahead

March 18, 2021 13:10 - 22 minutes - 50.9 MB

In today's episode, we'll visit with Hogan Lovells partners Maria Durant and Mike Theis and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our Boston and Denver offices, as they discuss several areas where close scrutiny of False Claims Act litigation is warranted in 2021.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Lindeka Dzedze

March 18, 2021 12:22 - 18 minutes - 42.4 MB

In this week’s A Perspective, Andrew Skipper continues to discuss key topics with some of Africa's most influential leaders, both on and off the continent. In this episode, Andrew talks to the Executive Head of Non-Banking Financial Institutions and Global Markets at Standard Bank Group, Lindeka Dzedze. She is also the project lead for the Standard Bank Group and MiDA Advisors collaboration to connect US investors to impactful capital deployment opportunities on the African continent. In add...

False Claims Act - Ep. 5: Financial Services

March 09, 2021 13:46 - 12 minutes - 28.7 MB

In today’s episode, we'll visit with Hogan Lovells partner Stephanie Yonekura, senior associate Jennifer Brechbill and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and Boston offices, as they discuss Financial Services.

False Claims Act - Ep. 4: Government Motions to Dismiss

March 02, 2021 19:45 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MB

In today's episode, we'll visit with Hogan Lovells partner Mike Theis, senior associate Stacy Hadeka and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our Denver, Washington, D.C. and Boston offices, as they discuss Government motions to dismiss.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Geoffrey White

March 02, 2021 14:55 - 20 minutes - 48 MB

The A Perspective podcast is back for a fourth season. Andrew Skipper continues to discuss key topics with some of Africa's most influential leaders, both on and off the continent. In our first episode for the year, Andrew talks to Agility’s CEO for Africa, Geoffrey White. Geoffrey has been at the helm since 2014 and is focused on developing integrated logistics infrastructure solutions across the continent. Join them as they discuss the strategy and reasoning behind Agility’s investments i...

False Claims Act - Ep. 3: Medical Necessity & Supreme Court Developments

February 25, 2021 13:49 - 15 minutes - 36.2 MB

In today’s episode, we’ll visit with Hogan Lovells partner Maria Durant, counsel Julia McLetchie and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our Boston office, as they discuss Medical Necessity and Supreme Court Developments.

False Claims Act - Ep. 2: Materiality & Escobar

February 16, 2021 12:23 - 12 minutes - 29.2 MB

In today’s episode, we’ll visit with Hogan Lovells counsel Matthew Sullivan, associate Claudia Pare and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our New York, Washington D.C. and Boston offices, as they discuss Materiality & Escobar.

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 10: Discrimination

February 09, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MB

On April 1, 1993, 21 Secret Service agents were responsible for protecting the president during his visit to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. On their breakfast break, they visited a Denny's restaurant. And while every single officer was willing to put their lives on the line for their country and their commander-in-chief, only the white officers were served that day.   In Episode 10: Discrimination, Pro Bono Senior Counsel Jonathan Abram speaks with Walter Smith, Executive Dir...

False Claims Act - Ep. 1: CARES Act

February 08, 2021 21:12 - 16 minutes - 38.4 MB

In today's episode, we'll visit with Hogan Lovells senior associate Marta Thompson, associate Ray Li and senior associate David Bastian (moderator), from our Washington, D.C. and Boston offices, as they discuss the CARES act.

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 9: Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied

February 03, 2021 16:07 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Secret Service agents are willing to take a bullet to protect the lives of government officials and their families. But despite their dedicated service, Black agents have faced a long history of discrimination within the agency, getting passed over again and again in the promotion process while watching their less qualified white colleagues advance. In Episode 9: Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied, Des Hogan, Global Head of Litigation, Arbitration, and Employment, discusses with Erica Knieve...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep.8: Four Walls and a Door

January 25, 2021 15:27 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MB

Second graders should be spending their time practicing subtraction and building baking soda volcanos. But our 8-year-old client – we’ll call him James – instead learned how to bathe in a communal sink and take two bus lines to get from a makeshift homeless shelter to school.   In Episode 8: Four Walls and a Door, Partner Allison Holt Ryan and Senior Associate Lance Murashige describe the conditions where James, his grandmother, and other homeless families stayed during the “polar vortex” th...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 7: Desegregation

January 13, 2021 18:08 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MB

Despite a host of landmark court rulings and legislation aimed at dismantling institutional racism, "de facto" segregation persists across many neighborhoods, schools, and communities. In Episode 7: Desegregation, we take a look at two major civil rights wins from the late 20th century. Pro Bono Senior Counsel Joe Hassett and Jack Keeney, General Counsel at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, describe their success on behalf of the residents of Woodland Village. The federal housing commu...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 6: Economic Justice

January 11, 2021 17:22 - 38 minutes - 53 MB

In the United States, the gap between rich and poor is the largest it’s been in decades. Systemic issues within our institutions and legal systems serve to exacerbate conditions that make it nearly impossible to bridge that gap. In Episode 6: Economic Justice, we take a look at three early cases from our Community Services Department. The Honorable David Tatel and Allen Snyder, special counsel at the Children’s Law Center, join us to discuss a business boycott in Mississippi, which prompted...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Adebola Williams

December 21, 2020 08:35 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MB

In our last episode for the year, Andrew talks to Nigerian media entrepreneur, journalist, political activist and motivational speaker, Adebola Williams. He is the Group CEO of Red for Africa, Africa's largest portfolio of youth-focused media brands which include Red Media Africa, Statecraft Inc, The Future Awards Africa and YNaija.com to name but a few. Listen as they discuss Adebola’s involvement in African elections, the power of social media – both positive and negative – as well as and...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 5: Facing Execution

December 15, 2020 16:31 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MB

All of our pro bono cases can have a significant and lasting impact on the lives of our clients. But when we represent someone who has been sentenced to death, the stakes couldn’t be higher. In Episode 5: Facing Execution, Senior Counsel Pat Brannan and Senior Associate Liz Lockwood discuss their experiences in representing two death row prisoners: John Ferguson and TaiChin Preyor. Mr. Ferguson, who was executed in 2013, suffered from severe mental illness. His last words from the death cha...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 4: A False Confession

December 08, 2020 21:55 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

In 1997, a young Navy wife was raped and murdered in Norfolk, Virginia, and four sailors were pinned for the crime. The "Norfolk Four," as they were later known, were arrested and subjected to hours of aggressive, threatening, and coercive interrogation at the hands of Detective Robert Glenn Ford. In Episode 4: A False Confession, Derek Tice speaks with his pro bono lawyer, now Magistrate Judge Deborah Boardman, about the fallout from those interrogations. Tice and his fellow seamen each co...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 3: Criminal Justice

December 01, 2020 17:49 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MB

The Sixth Amendment guarantees criminal defendants the assistance of counsel. Those who can’t afford to hire a lawyer are assigned one – usually, a public defender. In Episode 3: Criminal Justice, Miami-Dade Public Defender Carlos Martinez and Hogan Lovells Partner Al Lindsay discuss their successful challenge to a criminal justice system that, due to crushing caseloads, made it impossible for the Public Defender’s office to fairly represent the accused. Our lawyers continue to seek justic...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 2:Tulia

November 24, 2020 22:19 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MB

On a single day in 1999, nearly 10 percent of the Black population in Tulia, Texas, was arrested in a drug sweep. The raids were based on the word of a single white undercover officer with a checkered past. In Episode 2: Tulia, Cate Stetson explores what happened that day and the fallout that ensued over many years. Two lawyers on the frontlines of that battle, Des Hogan (Head of our Litigation, Arbitration, and Employment practice) and Mitch Zamoff (Litigation Program Director and professo...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Touria El Glaoui

November 20, 2020 17:28 - 19 minutes - 45.4 MB

In this episode, Andrew talks to Founding Director of 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, and one of Juene Afrique magazine’s 2019 50 most powerful women in Africa; Touria El Glaoui. 1-54 spans three continents and is the leading international art fair dedicated to showcasing and promoting contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora. Listen as they discuss the importance of creating a global platform for African art, what art can teach us about contemporary issues, as well as the history ...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Senator Norm Coleman and Ivan Zapien

November 13, 2020 11:58 - 33 minutes - 76.3 MB

Who really won the US election and what does it mean for Africa? In this episode Andrew talks to leading Hogan Lovells commentators from both sides of the DC aisle; Senator and Senior Counsel, Norm Coleman and Ivan Zapien, Partner and former House and Senate chief of staff. Join them as they discuss a wide range of issues. What does the outcome of the election mean for US global policy and what can we expect for business? What will be the impact of a Biden administration on trade relations ...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Heine Melkevik

November 05, 2020 17:56 - 25 minutes - 58.9 MB

In this episode, Andrew talks to Heine Melkevik, VP and Managing Director of Equinor Nigeria. Heine is a  business leader with extensive experience in the oil and gas business across Africa. Join them as they discuss the highly anticipated Nigerian Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) that has just been passed after 20 years in the making. Heine shares his views about the business opportunities the PIB presents, the possible challenges that could arise, the scope of Nigeria’s potential in the Oil ...

Pro Bono Reflections – 50+ Years of Public Service

November 02, 2020 18:20 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MB

In this episode, Cate Stetson (Board member and Co-lead of the Appellate practice) speaks with Bob Kapp (Pro Bono Senior Counsel) and Sara Ann "Sally" Determan (first female Partner) about the origins of the firm’s Community Services Department. Cate also delves into our first case on behalf of the Black Panther Party with The Honorable David Tatel (Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit) and The Honorable Curtis Von Kann (Arbitrator and Mediator, Judicial Arbitration and Mediatio...

Pro Bono Reflections – Ep. 1: Origin Story

November 02, 2020 18:20 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MB

In this episode, Cate Stetson (Board member and Co-lead of the Appellate practice) speaks with Bob Kapp (Pro Bono Senior Counsel) and Sara Ann "Sally" Determan (first female Partner) about the origins of the firm’s Community Services Department. Cate also delves into our first case on behalf of the Black Panther Party with The Honorable John Ferren (Senior Judge, District of Columbia Court of Appeals) and The Honorable Curtis Von Kann (Arbitrator and Mediator, Judicial Arbitration and Mediat...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Rakesh Wahi

October 30, 2020 14:50 - 28 minutes - 65.3 MB

In this episode, Andrew talks to Rakesh Wahi, and Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of the ABN group which includes CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa and head of several other businesses. Join them as they discuss the wide-ranging implications of the pandemic on Rakesh's diversified portfolio of companies. Rakesh openly shares how his businesses tackled business continuity and went back to basics, focusing on the customer, as a response to the challenges presented by COVID-19. He also shares his views...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Samaila Zubairu

October 21, 2020 09:25 - 22 minutes - 51 MB

In this first episode of season three, Andrew talks to the Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) President and Chief Executive Officer, Samaila Zubairu. The AFC is Africa’s leading infrastructure solutions provider. The Corporation principally funds and develops projects in the power, transportation and logistics, heavy industries, natural resources, and telecommunications sectors. Listen as Samaila shares the steps he and the AFC are taking to secure his vision for future generations, his tho...

Election 2020 landscape and the Latino national vote

October 16, 2020 20:38 - 11 minutes - 21.7 MB

Ivan chats with Fernando Amandi, MSNBC contributor, about the current landscape of the 2020 presidential election, as well as the dynamics of the Latino national vote.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Sharon Constancon

September 18, 2020 13:40 - 27 minutes - 63.8 MB

In this episode, Andrew talks to Sharon Constancon. In addition to her role as Founder and CEO of Genius boards, Sharon is the Director and Chair of the South African Chamber of Commerce in London, which aims to keep the relationship between South Africa and the UK active and relevant. Join them as they discuss the importance of this relationship at this critical time as the UK exits the EU and South Africa seeks to consolidate its position in the world market, overlaid with the impact of t...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Tedd George

September 11, 2020 11:56 - 20 minutes - 46.7 MB

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Tedd George, Founder and Chief Narrative Officer of Kleos Advisory which provides thought leadership and strategic advisory on emerging markets, commodity value chains, and disruptive technology. Listen as Tedd shares his experience of lockdown as a new business owner, how he flipped his model and pivoted his services in response to our new normal. He also highlights the big five innovations that he sees will bring about the new paradigm the Africa Union...

How COVID-19 has changed the way we manage crises and communication

September 03, 2020 13:53 - 15 minutes - 29 MB

Ivan chats with Lillian Hardy, partner at Hogan Lovells, and Matthew Miller, partner at Vianovo, about how to manage a crisis in a crisis and communicating in the COVID-era.

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Malek Sukkar

August 26, 2020 11:59 - 26 minutes - 60.7 MB

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Malek Sukkar, CEO of Averda, a leading waste management company with operations in 34 cities across South Africa, Congo Brazzaville, Morocco and 6 other countries. Listen as they discuss a range of topics including, how to accelerate the circular economy, the challenges faced by supply chains as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, how this could spark a possible rebirth of local manufacturing and the importance of waste management as an integral part of th...

Talking The Cure: Discussing the "Buy America" Executive Order

August 25, 2020 14:47 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

On August 6, 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump issued his much-anticipated "Buy American" Executive Order (EO), aimed at shoring up domestic manufacture of "essential medicines", "medical countermeasures", and "critical inputs" (API and other raw materials), and decreasing dependency on non-domestic sources. Philip Katz leads a discussion with Joy Sturm, Mike Heyl, Kelly Ann Shaw and David Horowitz about what they’re seeing, what they expect, and what actions companies are – or should be – ...

Talking The Cure: Discussing the Buy America Executive Order

August 25, 2020 14:47 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

On August 6, 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump issued his much-anticipated "Buy American" Executive Order (EO), aimed at shoring up domestic manufacture of "essential medicines", "medical countermeasures", and "critical inputs" (API and other raw materials), and decreasing dependency on non-domestic sources. Philip Katz will discuss with Joy Sturm, Mike Heyl, Kelly Ann Shaw and David Horowitz about what they’re seeing, what they expect, and what actions companies are – or should be – taking...

HL BaSE: Mike Barry on building back better – solutions for a sustainable future

August 10, 2020 14:22 - 22 minutes - 18.2 MB

Can we build back better?  How do we build back better?  HL BaSE, Hogan Lovells' impact economy practice, asks responsible business leader Mike Barry how to drive change and find solutions for a sustainable future. 

Protecting your supply chain through COVID-19

August 07, 2020 09:09 - 30 minutes - 42 MB

COVID-19 has caused widespread disruption, and, for many businesses, the biggest impact has been to their supply chain. Antonia Croke, Angus Rankin and Kelly Tubman Hardy discuss the trends and issues they've been seeing as they work with clients to keep their supply chains moving. They also look forward, and discuss whether there are any steps businesses should be taking now to prepare themselves to the future.

Helping in-house counsel master digital - Digital Regulation

August 05, 2020 15:28 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MB

Brussels based Antitrust Partner, Falk Schöning, discusses considerations for in-house counsel when addressing the impact of Digital Regulation on business.

Talking The Cure: Discussing opportunities and risks for international digital health companies engaging in Germany

July 31, 2020 10:46 - 35 minutes - 82.3 MB

In this episode, Arne Thiermann and Dr. Julian Braun, director of legal at Heartbeat Labs, discuss the opportunities and risks for international companies planning to enter the German market in the digital health sector, especially with regard to reimbursement and the impact of regulatory changes in Germany.   For all updates around COVID-19, visit our COVID-19 hub.   If you are interested in more information all around Life Sciences and Health Care, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter. P...

Insolvency litigation in the era of COVID-19

July 28, 2020 13:14 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

As COVID-19 continues to cause worldwide disruption to markets, supply chains and workforces, many businesses face financial distress. For some, recourse through the courts will become necessary. Crispin Rapinet, Manon Cordewener, Chris Dobby, Erin Brady and John Tillman discuss the issues that businesses may encounter, and some of the emerging trends we're beginning to see in bankruptcy and insolvency litigation.

Think Tech: Drones Part 2

July 23, 2020 12:21 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

In part two, Lisa Ellman and Lu Zhou give us insights on how industrials and conglomerates are using drone technology in their operations in the U.S. and China. Tune in to learn about the regulatory regimes, the opportunities, and the challenges.

Think Tech: Drones Part 1

July 23, 2020 12:15 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

In this two part episode, Lisa Ellman and Lu Zhou give us insights on how industrials and conglomerates are using drone technology in their operations in the U.S. and China. Tune in to learn about the regulatory regimes, the opportunities, and the challenges.

UK 'Build Back Better'

July 17, 2020 09:03 - 13 minutes - 11.2 MB

Susan bright and Nicola Evans in conversation on the UK’s plan to "Build Back Better". Listen in as they discuss: 'Build Back Better' and what it means The focus of UK government The environment and a green recovery Investment in public health and infrastructure Mental health and historical inequalities The possible legal implications Collaboration and competition law (including some practical guidance) How we can help Building a greener, more sustainable economy is likely to be a ...

Helping in-house counsel master digital – Internet of Things

July 17, 2020 06:46 - 10 minutes - 8.59 MB

London based Partner and co-lead of the UK Products Law practice, Valerie Kenyon, discusses the considerations for in-house counsel when looking at liability and regulation in the context of the Internet of Things.

An ethical return to the workplace

July 16, 2020 11:14 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

As businesses around the world continue to return to the "new normal", partners Valerie Kenyon, Arwen Handley, Nicola Fulford and Christelle Coslin discuss some of the key risks of returning to the workplace, and horizon-scan for future litigation. We look at the privacy risks associated with tracking and preventing the spread of COVID-19, the environmental and social factors that businesses need to focus on, and the importance of whistleblowers in surfacing issues.

Talking The Cure: Discussing innovation in drug development, the competitive aspects and affordability of medicines in Europe

July 09, 2020 14:50 - 14 minutes - 34 MB

In this episode, May Lyn Yuen and Hein Van den Bos discuss the balance of innovation in drug development, the competitive aspects and affordability of medicines in Europe, and the changes in the regulatory environment at the EU Level as well as the EU Member State level. For all updates around COVID-19, visit our COVID-19 hub. If you are interested in more information all around Life Sciences and Health Care, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter. Please contact us with any questions regardin...

The A Perspective Podcast: Andrew Skipper talks to Gus Casely-Hayford OBE

July 09, 2020 12:34 - 21 minutes - 49.7 MB

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Gus Casely-Hayford OBE; curator, cultural historian, broadcaster, and now the inaugural director of the V&A’s new outpost in east London, a five-storey museum due to open in 2023. Listen as they discuss the importance of art in crafting safe and intellectual spaces as well as how Africans are using arts and culture to create these safe spaces to deal with complex issues; shining a light on possibilities, ways of thinking, and solutions for human-kind.

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