European

Istanbul Lawyer Arrested After European Council Meeting Claims Detention is Politically Motivated

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Istanbul, Turkey – Fırat Epözdemir, a prominent member of the Istanbul Bar Association Board of Directors, was detained upon his arrival at Istanbul Airport on January 23. Epözdemir had been returning from a meeting at the European Council in Strasbourg, which was focused on defending human rights. Following his detention, Epözdemir was transported to Metris Prison. His arrest has sparked considerable concern among legal professionals and human rights activists, both domestically and internationally. Epözdemir has publicly addressed his arrest via social media, expressing gratitude towards his colleagues and supporters. Notably, he thanked Prof. Dr. İbrahim … Read more

Kronberg Set to Host Star-Studded 2025 European Championships for Aspiring Young and Under-25 Riders

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Kronberg, Germany – The International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) has confirmed the official appointments for the prestigious 2025 European Championships for Young Riders and Under 25 Riders, scheduled to take place from July 10 to July 13. The event will unfold at Gestut Schafhof, located in the scenic outskirts of Frankfurt, under the hospitality of Ann-Kathrin Linsenhoff. The facility, famed for its top-tier amenities and lush surroundings, will once again be under the competent leadership of Matthias Rath, Linsenhoff’s stepson. This selection follows the successful organization of the 2023 European Children and Junior Championships … Read more

Morgan Lewis Bolsters European Presence with Acquisition of Kramer Levin’s Paris Team Ahead of Major Transatlantic Law Firm Merger

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Paris, France — In a significant move to expand its global footprint, Morgan Lewis & Bockius announced on Friday the acquisition of Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel’s Paris office, including a robust team of 54 lawyers. This development precedes the merger of Kramer Levin, based in Manhattan, with Herbert Smith Freehills, set to finalize in May. Kramer Levin’s Paris office, previously its sole international location, was notably excluded from its impending transatlantic union with Herbert Smith Freehills. This strategic acquisition by Morgan Lewis not only bolsters its presence in Europe but also significantly enhances its … Read more

EUFCN Unveils Star-Studded Jury for 2024’s Best European Filming Location Award

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Brussels, Belgium – The European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) has officially unveiled the jury for its eighth annual EUFCN Location Awards. The jury this year includes notable professionals from the film and television industries, such as Tammy Glover from Sony Pictures Television in the USA, UK-based production designer Caroline Greville-Morris, Benjamin Hendriks, a supervising location manager from the Netherlands, as well as EJ Richards and Sabine Schulmeyer, who hold the same role in the UK and Germany respectively. These jurors will be responsible for assessing the entries submitted by EUFCN members. Their evaluations will be … Read more