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Employment Bite | Preparing for changes to UK collective consultation rules

02 Apr 2026 00:00:00

Significant changes to the UK's collective redundancy rules are on the horizon. From 6 April, the maximum protective award for failing to consult will double to 180 days' actual pay ...

Recent developments in Dutch employment law

maria.benbrahim@hoganlovells.com (Maria Benbrahim) — 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00

As spring arrives and Easter is just around the corner, we would like to share a short and practical update on recent developments in Dutch employment law.

Much like the season itself, the...

Working time compliance across borders: Practical insights for employers

01 Apr 2026 00:00:00

Working hours and overtime regulations vary significantly across jurisdictions, impacting both employers and employees. In Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, the Netherlands, and the United...

New executive order imposes mandatory DEI prohibition clause and False Claims Act exposure on federal contractors

30 Mar 2026 16:41:00

On March 26, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order entitled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors” (the “Order”)^¹ that imposes new...

Employment in the news | March 2026

30 Mar 2026 16:08:00

The Employment Rights Act (ERA) remained a key issue for employers this month. The government confirmed changes taking effect in April and published a consultation exercise on collective...

Hogan Lovells advises Clue on a strategic investment by Verdane

27 Mar 2026

Led by Thiemo Woertge and Lucie Arntz, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Berlin-based FemTech scale-up Clue (BioWink GmbH) on a strategic investment by Verdane.

UK government confirms mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting

26 Mar 2026 00:00:00

The UK government published its response to last year's consultation on mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting. This confirms that the duty will apply to employers with...

Hogan Lovells advises Aerotec on acquisition of Global Aerotech

25 Mar 2026

Led by Dr. Christoph Naumann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Aerotec Europe Holding GmbH on the acquisition of Global Aerotech d.o.o (Global Aerotech), a Croatia-based airplane...

Hogan Lovells advises JTL-Software on acquisition of FOC Solutions

20 Mar 2026

Led by Dr. Jan Feigen and Dr. Philipp Strümpell, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised JTL-Software-GmbH, a provider of innovative e-commerce and multichannel solutions, on the...

Hogan Lovells advises Octopus Energy Generation on the acquisition of a majority stake in metiundo

18 Mar 2026

Led by Frankfurt partner Maximilian Broermann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised UK-based Octopus Energy Generation on the acquisition of a majority stake in German metiundo GmbH, a ...

Hogan Lovells advises majority shareholders on sale of Marlep Group

17 Mar 2026

Led by partners Dr. Thomas Dörmer and Dr. Tim Heitling, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the majority shareholders of Marlep Group on its sale to SITRA Group.

Hogan Lovells advises Phoenix Contact on exit from automotive OEM business

10 Mar 2026

Led by Dusseldorf partner Jens Uhlendorf, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Phoenix Contact E-Mobility GmbH on its strategic exit from the OEM automotive passenger car business.

UK government guidance on equality action plans

06 Mar 2026 00:00:00

Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, employers with 250 or more employees will need to prepare equality action plans alongside gender pay gap reports. Action plans are voluntary for gender ...

Hogan Lovells reports record results for the third consecutive year, announcing nearly US$3.3 billion in gross revenue for FY2025, consolidating its 6-year drive of sustainable growth

04 Mar 2026

Firm credits its balanced global platform, with strength and growth across key G20 markets, as well as a very solid year for the firm in the U.S. market.

Consultation on collective redundancies under the UK’s Employment Rights Act

03 Mar 2026 00:00:00

At the moment, collective consultation requirements apply if an employer proposes to dismiss 20 or more employees at one establishment over a 90 day period. The Employment Rights Act 2025...

Constitutional reform to reduce the weekly work shift is published

03 Mar 2026 00:00:00

Today, March 3, 2026, the reform to the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States to reduce the work shift is published in the Federal Official Gazette.

Stay-or-pay under fire: What employers need to know in 2026

26 Feb 2026

Recent legislative changes in California, New York, and other states have significantly restricted or abolished the use of “stay-or-pay” clauses, which typically require...

Hogan Lovells advises Andera Partners on mezzanine investment in Austrian exceet Card Group

25 Feb 2026

Led by Frankfurt partner Dr. Christoph Naumann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised French Andera Partners, a leading European private equity investor, on a mezzanine investment by...

The DOJ’s heightened scrutiny of contractors for “illegal DEI”: Key takeaways from remarks by DAAG Brenna Jenny

23 Feb 2026 21:11:00

On February 19, 2026, at the Federal Bar Association's annual qui tam conference in Washington, D.C., Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brenna Jenny of the U.S. Department of Justice's...

Employment in the news | February 2026

23 Feb 2026 00:00:00

An updated implementation timeline and several consultation exercises provide more detail about forthcoming Employment Rights Act reforms; the consultations on fire and rehire and flexible...

Hogan Lovells advises Organigram on the acquisition of Sanity Group

18 Feb 2026

Led by Munich-based partner Dr. Nikolas Zirngibl and senior associate Dr. Dominik Lang, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Canadian Organigram Global Inc., a leading licensed...

Digitalizing the Future of Energy: Hogan Lovells advises Volue on acquisition of HAKOM

12 Feb 2026

Led by Frankfurt partner Maximilian Broermann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Volue AS, a leading technology provider in the field of the energy transition and a portfolio...

False Claims Act Guide 2026

10 Feb 2026 00:00:00

The 10th Anniversary of the False Claims Act Guide 2026 – Year in review and looking ahead comes at a pivotal moment for False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement. The past year brought...

Doing Business in the United States 2026

kelly.hardy@hoganlovells.com (Kelly Hardy) — 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00

The U.S. is one of the most business-friendly jurisdictions globally, with low regulatory barriers, quick and straightforward business entity setup, and employer-friendly labor laws. Its...

Hogan Lovells advises Gini on its sale to Banyan Software

04 Feb 2026

Led by partner Peter Huber, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Gini GmbH on its sale to international software and financial investor Banyan Software.

Platform-based work in Germany – The legal framework is moving

paul.single@hoganlovells.com (Paul Single) — 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00

German lawmakers have only a few months left to transpose the EU Platform Work Directive into national law. Meanwhile, the legality of platform-based working models is the subject of debate ...

Hogan Lovells advises Kaia Health on $285 million sale to Sword Health

29 Jan 2026

Led by partners Adrienne Ellman, New York, and Peter Huber, Munich, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Kaia Health, a digital health company focused on musculoskeletal (MSK) and...

Catalyst for strategic investment: Hogan Lovells advises Limehome on €75 million investment by Cheyne Strategic Value Credit

28 Jan 2026

Led by Munich counsel Thiemo Woertge, global law firm Hogan Lovells advised Limehome GmbH on a €75 million strategic investment by asset manager Cheyne Strategic Value Credit.

Employment in the news | January 2026

28 Jan 2026 00:00:00

2026 got off to a roaring start on the employment law front. After the Employment Rights Act (finally) received Royal Assent just before Christmas, we've got more detail about which...

Employment law developments in 2026

27 Jan 2026

The Employment Rights Act finally became law at the end of 2025. For employers and their advisers, 2026 will be spent getting to grips with the changes taking effect this year and preparing ...

Employment Horizons 2026

22 Jan 2026 20:59:00

Across the world, major developments reshaped the workplace this year – from new rules on AI and data use, to fresh protections for whistleblowers, to renewed scrutiny of pay...

Hogan Lovells Employment Horizons 2026 reveals how political instability is reshaping global workplace regulation

13 Jan 2026

13 January 2026 — Global law firm Hogan Lovells has published its Employment Horizons for 2026, a comprehensive report analyzing the most pressing issues impacting employers...

Global investigations shift into high gear in 2026, according to Hogan Lovells

13 Jan 2026

Los Angeles, London, 13 January 2026 - Global law firm Hogan Lovells today released its Global Bribery, Investigations & Enforcement Outlook 2026, spotlighting key global trends that...

Employment Bite | UK Employment Rights Act

12 Jan 2026 00:00:00

The UK Employment Rights Act marks a landmark moment for the employment law landscape. After nearly 15 months of debate, the House of Lords gave its final approval on 16 December, paving...

Dutch Employment Law Outlook 2026

07 Jan 2026 00:00:00

As we enter 2026, Dutch employment law is moving into a new phase in which legislative reform, enforcement policy and labour market pressures converge. For international employers, this...

German Labour Law – An Overview

01 Jan 2026 00:00:00

German labour law is a complex system shaped by various legal sources, including federal legislation, collective bargaining agreements, works council agreements, and case law.

Client Notes and Podcasts on German Employment Law

01 Jan 2026 00:00:00

Stay informed with our AI-generated podcast, based on Hogan Lovells client notes. Each episode provides a broad overview of key aspects of German Labour Law – highlighting...

Works Constitution in Germany

01 Jan 2026 00:00:00

The tradition of works council co-determination is deeply rooted in German labour law, dating back to the Weimar Republic. Over the decades, the legal framework has evolved significantly,...

Redundancy under German Labour Law

01 Jan 2026 00:00:00

Navigating redundancies under German labour law can be complex and requires careful planning to avoid legal pitfalls. Our updated Client Note provides a concise overview of the key...

New tax ruling boosts Italy’s appeal for individuals relocating to Italy

24 Dec 2025 00:00:00

On 19 December 2025, the Italian Revenue Agency issued a ruling clarifying that, – despite different positions taken in the past – based on the wording of the laws currently in...

Long-term remote work from abroad can become a right

22 Dec 2025 00:00:00

A recent Dutch court case¹ shows that if an employee works remotely from another country for a long time, this can become an employment condition—even if it started as a temporary...

Setting new standards in deep tech: Hogan Lovells advises lead investors on €100 million financing round of semiconductor pioneer FMC

19 Dec 2025

Led by Counsel Thiemo Woertge, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Munich-based venture capital firm HV Capital and the Deep Tech & Climate Fund (DTCF) as lead investors in a...

Hogan Lovells advises Remazing on the acquisition of Namox

17 Dec 2025

Led by Dr. Maximilian Menges and Dr. Sebastian Merkel, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the Remazing Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners, on the acquisition of Dresden-based...

Future of Energy: Hogan Lovells advises ICG Infra on a partnership with W Power Storage

16 Dec 2025

Led by partners Dr. Tim Heitling and Dr. Thomas Dörmer global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the European Infrastructure team of ICG, the global alternative asset manager, on a...

A long and winding road – UK’s Employment Rights Act finally passes

16 Dec 2025 00:00:00

The House of Lords approved the Employment Rights Bill on 16 December 2025 and it is now waiting for Royal Assent. It is the biggest change to individual employment rights in a generation...

The Federal Executive Power presents an initiative to Congress to change the working week to 40 hours

12 Dec 2025 00:00:00

The Labor and Social Welfare Office in collaboration with President Claudia Sheinbaum, publishes the main points of the project of reform regarding the gradual reduction of the workweek in...

Domestic abuse – what UK employers can do to help

10 Dec 2025 18:16:00

Domestic abuse remains prevalent in society and the risks can increase during holiday periods. In the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic and the rise in home working arrangements, the...

Lights, camera… liability? Freelancers in focus

08 Dec 2025 00:00:00

As the media and entertainment industry increasingly relies on freelancers and content creators, companies face a rapidly evolving legal landscape with significant risks and...

The Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare publishes inspection protocol on subcontracting

04 Dec 2025 23:24:00

The Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare published a technical instrument with the aim of ensuring compliance and also providing certainty to employers regarding the elements that will be...

Hogan Lovells advises Aareon on the acquisition of Apsiyon

28 Nov 2025

Led by Frankfurt partner Maximilian Broermann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Aareon Group, a TPG company and Europe’s trusted provider of SaaS solutions for the property...

Employment in the news | November 2025

25 Nov 2025 00:00:00

The Employment Rights Bill continues its parliamentary ping pong. High levels of tribunal claims are putting ACAS under pressure; the government responds by increasing the early...

Yes, but – UK Court of Appeal rules on whistleblowing detriment

18 Nov 2025 00:00:00

The UK's whistleblowing legislation protects employees from being dismissed or subjected to a detriment by their employer because they have blown the whistle. An employer can also be...

Navigating the new Dutch pension landscape: What employers need to know about the Wet toekomst pensioenen (Wtp)

11 Nov 2025

Our Dutch Employment Law team invites you to an exclusive webinar. This session will provide practical insights and expert guidance on navigating the new Dutch pension landscape. We aim to...

Hogan Lovells advises Lucanet on the acquisition of firesys

30 Oct 2025

Led by Hamburg partner Dr. Jan Phillip Feigen and counsel Dr. Daniel Mattig, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Lucanet AG, a leading global provider of software solutions for the...

Hogan Lovells advises Basic-Fit on the acquisition of Clever Fit

27 Oct 2025

Led by Munich partner Dr. Nikolas Zirngibl and associate Julia Dingeldey, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the Dutch fitness company Basic-Fit on the acquisition of Clever Fit, a...

Employment in the news | October 2025

27 Oct 2025 00:00:00

We're expecting the Employment Rights Bill to finish its legislative journey any day, and we got the first taste of what some of the detailed regulations underpinning the new...

Hogan Lovells advises the shareholders of the Weber Bürsten Group on the partial sale of their shares to AG Capital

24 Oct 2025

Led by Frankfurt partner Dr. Christoph Naumann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the shareholders of the Weber Bürsten Group, a company specializing in the development,...

Hogan Lovells advises the owners of MVZ Labor Krone GmbH on the sale of their shares to Augenklinik Dardenne SE, part of the Limbach Group

23 Oct 2025

Led by Hamburg-based partner Dr Jan Feigen, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the owners of MVZ Labor Krone GmbH on the sale of all shares to the Limbach Group-owned eye clinic...

And they’re off! UK government publishes Employment Rights Bill consultations

23 Oct 2025 00:00:00

Although the Employment Rights Bill was published over a year ago, in many areas we still don't know how the new employment protections will work in practice. Statutory regulations will ...

Reform of the Amparo Law, the Federal Tax Code, and the Organic Law of the Federal Court of Administrative Justice (the “Reform”)

20 Oct 2025 00:00:00

On September 15, 2025, the President of the United Mexican States submitted a reform initiative to the Senate proposing substantial amendments to three key pieces of legislation: the Amparo ...

Hogan Lovells advises AMG Critical Materials N.V. on the sale of Graphit Kropfmühl GmbH to Asbury Carbons, Inc.

16 Oct 2025

Led by partner Michael Rose, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised AMG Critical Materials N.V. (“AMG”) on the sale of Graphit Kropfmühl GmbH to a subsidiary of Asbury...

Hogan Lovells advises JTL-Software on the acquisition of FFN-Connect

13 Oct 2025

Led by partner Dr. Jan Philipp Feigen and counsel Dr. Philipp Strümpell, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised JTL-Software-GmbH on the acquisition of FFN-Connect GmbH, based in...

Podcast | On-screen to on-site: Managing the transition back to office

06 Oct 2025 00:00:00

Return-to-office is a growing trend in 2025. Many companies around the world are looking to bring their workforces back into the office. Employers must consider the many legal issues that...

Trump Administration imposes $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions and proposes giving priority to higher-wage positions in H-1B Lottery

30 Sep 2025 22:32:00

On September 19, 2025, the Trump administration issued Presidential Proclamation 10973, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...

Employment in the news | September 2025

29 Sep 2025 00:00:00

Although summer seems a distant memory, developments since our last newsletter included EHRC enforcement activity on sexual harassment, government guidance on neonatal care leave and pay,...

Hiring in the hot seat – the CMA publishes new guidance on labour markets

22 Sep 2025 00:00:00

In recent years, competition authorities around the world have increasingly focused on labour markets. Following recent enforcement activity in the US, the EU and France (as well as...

Building a leading Data & AI Champion: Hogan Lovells advises Vision Mittelstand Partners on a strategic partnership with Woodmark

15 Sep 2025

Led by Hamburg partner Dr. Jan Philipp Feigen and Munich counsel Dr. Philipp Strümpell, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised funds managed by Vision Mittelstand Partners...

Pay transparency across borders: A multijurisdictional Q&A

11 Sep 2025 00:00:00

Pay transparency has moved rapidly up the global employment law agenda, reshaping how organizations approach hiring, compensation, and workforce equity. From the EU's landmark Pay...

FTC sets new course for enforcement of noncompete agreements

09 Sep 2025 00:00:00

On September 5, the FTC ended the nearly 18-month legal purgatory for the agency’s Non-Compete Clause Rule, voting to withdraw its appeal of a Texas District Court’s decision...

Instructing occupational health

08 Sep 2025 00:00:00

When an employee is absent from work because of sickness or injury, an employer might expect or hope that they will return to work after a short period of absence. However, this may not...

A new era for European Works Councils – what employers must do now

maria.benbrahim@hoganlovells.com (Maria Benbrahim) — 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00

At Hogan Lovells, we had the privilege of litigating and advising on the first Dutch case to address the interplay between national and European Works Council (EWC) consultation procedures. ...

Global guide: Independent contractors, potential misclassification issues, and labor implications

04 Sep 2025 00:00:00

In today's labor market, classifying workers as employees or independent contractors is crucial, especially in diverse legal landscapes like the U.S., the UK, Spain, Germany, Mexico, the...

Managing employee costs in a changing business environment

04 Sep 2025 00:00:00

At a time of global economic and geo-political uncertainty, employers may need to reduce employee-related costs for a period, while wanting to retain the ability to respond quickly when...

Accelerating AI innovation: Hogan Lovells advises Aareon on the acquisition of Help me Fix

03 Sep 2025

Led by Frankfurt partner Maximilian Broermann global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the Aareon Group on the acquisition of Help me Fix, a market-leading AI-native platform for repair...

Hogan Lovells advises Helsing on the restructuring into an SE holding company

29 Aug 2025

Led by Hamburg partner Dr. Alexander Koch and senior associate Joy Baur, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Europe’s leading AI company for defence technology Helsing on the...

Driving transition: Hogan Lovells advises Exolum on €70 million investment in the construction of a new fuel storage facility at Düsseldorf Airport

28 Aug 2025

Global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Exolum, the world’s leading independent aviation logistics company and Europe’s benchmark in the management of bulk liquid and gas...

Hogan Lovells advises JTL-Software on the acquisition of Bringly

26 Aug 2025

Global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised long-standing client JTL-Software-GmbH with a cross-border team from Germany and the Netherlands on the acquisition of Bringly, a sustainable...

Investing in Emerging Tech: getting your company ‘due diligence ready’

20 Aug 2025 00:00:00

Before investing, investors will conduct due diligence to better understand the company's business and any potential risks. This is a critical step in the decision-making process for any...

Hogan Lovells advises FLEX Capital on the acquisition of 3C Deutschland

11 Aug 2025

Led by Hamburg partner Dr. Jan Philipp Feigen and counsel Dr. Daniel Mattig, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised private equity fund FLEX Capital on the acquisition of 3C Deutschland...

Expanding global footprint: Hogan Lovells advises Maguar Capital and Navori Labs on the acquisition of Signagelive

08 Aug 2025

Led by Dr. Nikolas Zirngibl and Dr. Dominik Lang, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the leading German software investor in the DACH region Maguar Capital and its Swiss-based...

Attorney General Bondi issues memorandum regarding “unlawful discrimination,” with particular focus on higher education institutions

07 Aug 2025 00:00:00

On July 29, 2025, Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a Memorandum to all Federal Agencies (“Memorandum”) with “guidance for recipients of federal funding regarding unlawful ...

Employment in the news | July 2025

31 Jul 2025 00:00:00

July saw the usual slew of government activity before the summer break, with the publication of one review, two calls for evidence and a report from the 2023 whistleblowing review. In...

Alcohol and drugs policies in the workplace: Key lessons from recent Court rulings

17 Jul 2025 00:00:00

Two recent Dutch rulings highlight the risks of combining the use of both alcohol and drugs under one set of rules and stress the need for clear distinctions. Alcohol and drugs are often...

EU pay transparency directive: how Dutch employers can prepare for 2026

17 Jul 2025 00:00:00

The EU Pay Transparency Directive (the “Directive”), adopted in May 2023, introduces sweeping changes aimed at narrowing the gender pay gap across Europe. With a transposition deadline of ...

False Claims Act Risks in Higher Education Under the Trump Administration

17 Jul 2025

Join Hogan Lovells for a webinar examining how the Trump administration may seek to deploy the False Claims Act (FCA) against higher education institutions—and how to respond. With...

Strafford Webinar - The Supreme Court’s Ruling in Cunningham v. Cornell University: Pleading Standards for ERISA Prohibited Transaction Claims and Considerations for Plan Fiduciaries

17 Jul 2025

Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation partner David Olstein will be speaking during Strafford’s webinar titled “The Supreme Court’s Ruling in Cunningham v. Cornell...

Navigating internal investigations in the Netherlands: Legal risks and practical solutions

14 Jul 2025 00:00:00

On 1 July 2025, our Amsterdam Employment team hosted a well-attended and highly interactive client webinar on managing internal investigations under Dutch employment law. The overwhelming...

German authorities intensify crackdown on undeclared work: Nationwide raids in the construction sector highlight compliance risks

10 Jul 2025 17:17:00

The German Customs Authority ("Zoll") recently conducted a large-scale enforcement action, targeting undeclared work, illegal employment, and potential minimum wage violations on...

UK government announces more changes to Employment Rights Bill

08 Jul 2025 00:00:00

The government has tabled further amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, including an extended right to bereavement leave, a ban on NDAs in the context of discrimination and harassment...

Slow burn – UK government launches parental leave review

02 Jul 2025 00:00:00

When it took office last year, the government said it would review the parental leave framework to ensure that the system supports working parents. The government published the terms of...

Hogan Lovells advises ESAB Corporation on strategic acquisition of EWM GmbH

01 Jul 2025

Led by Munich partner Dr Nikolas Zirngibl, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised ESAB Corporation, a global leader in industrial fabrication technology, on the signing of a definitive...

Employment in the news | June 2025

25 Jun 2025 00:00:00

An EAT decision this month emphasised that employers should be proactive when looking for suitable alternative employment for employees in a redundancy situation. The High Court considered...

Hogan Lovells advises Naxicap Partners on acquisition of Tomorrow Education Group

23 Jun 2025

Led by Frankfurt partner Dr. Christoph Naumann, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised private equity firm Naxicap Partners on an agreement to acquire the Tomorrow Education Group...

Table for none – European Commission serves fines for Labor Market Cartel

17 Jun 2025 00:00:00

The Delivery Hero / Glovo decision marks the first instance in which the Commission fined undertakings for behavior affecting labor markets. The decision follows a Commission policy brief...

Driving Innovation in Aerospace and Defence for Europe: Hogan Lovells advises Helsing on the acquisition of Grob Aircraft

05 Jun 2025

Led by Hamburg partner Dr. Alexander Koch, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised Europe’s leading defence technology company Helsing on its acquisition of Bavarian aircraft...

Employment in the news | May 2025

30 May 2025 00:00:00

In a busy month in the courts and tribunals, an employer was liable for psychiatric injury caused by a flawed disciplinary process. The High Court found that TUPE didn’t transfer an...

Confidentiality in the Digital Age: The Singapore approach

27 May 2025 22:11:00

In a digital age where large volumes of data can be transferred and retained with ease, the Singapore High Court’s recent decision in Hayate Partners Pte Ltd v Rajan Sunil Kumar [...

People first: Why HR should always be on the deal table — A Dutch perspective

19 May 2025 00:00:00

In corporate transactions involving Dutch entities—whether it’s a merger, acquisition, carve-out, or internal restructuring—the focus is often on deal mechanics, tax...

Hogan Lovells advises investors on multi-million financing for start-up EEDEN

06 May 2025

Led by Frankfurt partner Dr. Christoph Naumann and senior associate Dr. Kilian Pfahl, global law firm Hogan Lovells advised the Forbion BioEconomy Fund as well as NRW Bank’s venture...

Hire and Higher? Employee recruitment and German merger control

06 May 2025 00:00:00

Merger control remains a robust pillar of German competition enforcement – and one the Federal Cartel Office (FCO) has never hesitated to invoke. But what is notifiable? In a recent...

Next Level Procurement: Hogan Lovells advises Beroe on the acquisition of AI start-up nnamu

22 Apr 2025

Led by Dr. Heiko Tschauner and Dr. Franz Hackl, global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the US-based Beroe Group on the acquisition of Munich start-up nnamu GmbH.

Managing Employee Performance in The Netherlands

08 Apr 2025

Effectively managing employee performance is key to workplace productivity and legal compliance. Proper documentation and a well-structured customized Performance Improvement Plan...