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Mishcon de Reya expands international offering in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Hong Kong

Leading international law firm Mishcon de Reya has announced that it has opened two new offices in the United Arab Emirates and that it has been granted a licence to practise as a firm of solicitors by the Law Society of Hong Kong.

Athleta partially successful in trade mark infringement appeal but Sports Group Denmark can continue to use 'Athlecia'

US athleisure retailer Athleta, part of the Gap group, had brought trade mark infringement and passing off proceedings against Sports Group Denmark in relation to its use of the sign 'Athlecia' as a word mark and in combination with a logo.

Gambling duties: changes to tax rates for online gambling

Following a consultation earlier this year, the Government has confirmed that it will not be proceeding with its proposal for a single remote betting and gaming duty. Instead, it will increase duties on remote gambling, with different rates for betting and gaming.  The changes announced by the Government are:

Aarti Thakor for the EU Global Facility on AML/CFT: How can charities realise the benefits of cryptocurrency while mitigating risks?

UPC update: January 2026

Welcome to the first of our regular UPC updates for 2026. In this edition, we cover significant developments across both procedural and substantive aspects of UPC practice – from substantial fee increases through to the Court of Appeal's landmark decisions settling the UPC's approach to the assessment of inventive step.

UK, US and Danish legal perspectives on Greenland and the "Donroe Doctrine"

President Trump has been vocal about his interest in Greenland and talks between the US and Denmark on 14 January 2026 have not changed his position.

Jonathan Mok retains Band 1 ranking for Family/Matrimonial by Chambers

Partner Jonathan Mok has once again been ranked in Band 1 for Family/Matrimonial in the Greater China Region by Chambers Asia-Pacific, marking his 12th consecutive year of recognition since 2015.

Mishcon Singapore achieves favourable rankings in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026

Mishcon Singapore has maintained its strong performance in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, retaining favourable practice rankings and securing five new individual lawyer recognitions.

Court confirms right for shareholders to require circulation of written resolutions

The High Court has confirmed that shareholders have an enforceable right to require the circulation of written resolutions under the Companies Act 2006.