From just-in-time to just-in-court: The rise of interim orders as automotive supply chain disputes shift into high gear
In February 2026, France adopted the Law n°2026‑122 of 23 February 2026, which introduces a new statutory confidentiality regime for written legal consultations prepared by in‑house counsel. The mechanism is codified in Article 58‑1 of the Law of 31 December 1971 and was reviewed and validated by the Constitutional Council in its Decision n°2026‑900 DC of 18 February 2026. For foreign practitioners accustomed to the structures of Legal Professional Privilege in the United Kingdom or…
In brief The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to dominate the world, bringing elevated level of instability to businesses across various industries. Such uncertainties have triggered the growth of different types of disputes, and have greatly influenced the way we solve these. In Asia Pacific, we have already witnessed changes in the judicial systems to adapt to the new “norm.” While the circumstances present many challenges, there are also considerable opportunities for those who…