Counsel

ACC Advocates for Enhanced Legal Status for In-House Counsel in India

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New Delhi, India — The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has taken a significant step toward enhancing the standing of in-house lawyers in India by submitting a formal appeal to Arjun Ram Meghwal, the country’s Minister of Law and Justice. This move, dated March 18, 2025, pushes for amendments that would allow in-house lawyers to be recognized as full legal practitioners under the Advocates Act of 1981. The initiative by the ACC comes in response to a recent proposal by the Department of Legal Affairs that aimed to broaden the definition of “legal practitioners” to … Read more

Chilean Firm Prieto Advances Two New Counsel in Criminal Law and Disputes Division

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Santiago, Chile — The Chilean law firm Prieto has recently advanced its legal team by promoting María Jesús Becerra and Agustín Prado to the position of counsel, a move that notably strengthens its criminal law and disputes practice groups. This enhancement within the firm highlights a strategic commitment to growth and expertise in these key legal areas. Prieto, renowned in Chile for its comprehensive service offerings, has been expanding its influence in the legal sphere, particularly in sectors that demand highly specialized knowledge such as criminal law and dispute resolution. The promotion of Becerra and … Read more

IRS Chief Counsel Faces Demotion Over Controversy in Taxpayer Data Handling

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Washington, D.C. – In a significant organizational shake-up, the chief counsel of the Internal Revenue Service is reportedly facing demotion. This high-ranking legal advisor finds himself in hot water over disputes linked to the handling of taxpayer information. For an agency that plays a cornerstone role in U.S. tax collection, such events invite scrutiny and debate over practices and protocols in handling sensitive data. The trouble for the chief counsel, which raises questions about governance and compliance within the country’s tax-collecting body, emerged against the backdrop of growing concerns over privacy and data security. Taxpayer … Read more

Trump Nominates Former DOJ Environmental Chief as Energy Department Counsel

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Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has appointed a partner from Winston & Strawn LLP to serve as the U.S. Department of Energy’s general counsel. The nominee, who previously headed the U.S. Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division during Trump’s earlier presidency, has a significant history in legal issues pertaining to the environment and energy. The appointment marks Trump’s latest move in assembling a team that merges legal acumen with familiarity in government operations. The nominee’s prior role at the Justice Department involved oversight of legal considerations concerning natural resources, environmental challenges, and … Read more