Team

Osborne Clarke Strengthens Public Procurement Team with New Partner Promotion

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MADRID, Spain – International law firm Osborne Clarke has recently announced the promotion of José Ramón Medina to partner, effective from January 1. Medina’s appointment further strengthens the team led by Luis Castro, partner and head of the department in OC Spain. Medina is a highly skilled specialist in public procurement, with particular expertise in the health sciences and healthcare sector. His extensive experience includes advising both Spanish and international companies on their interactions with Spanish public entities. In addition to his knowledge in public procurement, Medina also has a wealth of experience in urban … Read more

Judge Bars Trump’s Legal Team from Using Prior Sexual Abuse Verdict in Defamation Damages Trial

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NEW YORK (AP) — In an upcoming trial to determine damages in a defamation case, former President Donald Trump’s legal team will not be allowed to use a previous civil jury’s decision regarding a sexual abuse allegation made against him. U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan granted a request by E. Jean Carroll’s lawyers to bar Trump’s team from referencing the earlier trial, which concluded that Trump had sexually abused Carroll but did not determine whether it met the legal definition of rape. The defamation trial, scheduled to begin on January 16, will focus on … Read more

Kolkata Lawyer Chosen as Exclusive Indian Representative to Monitor Bangladesh Elections in the Commonwealth Team

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Kolkata, India – A prominent lawyer from Kolkata has been chosen as the sole Indian representative in a Commonwealth team overseeing the upcoming elections in Bangladesh. The lawyer, whose identity has not been disclosed, will serve as part of the team responsible for ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process in the country. This appointment highlights the international community’s commitment to upholding democratic principles and supporting free and fair elections. With the general elections in Bangladesh just around the corner, the presence of an Indian lawyer on the Commonwealth team signifies the importance of maintaining … Read more

International Legal Team Urgently Appeals to UN on Alleged Torture of Witness in Hong Kong Activist’s Trial

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Hong Kong, China – Jimmy Lai, a detained pro-democracy activist and media entrepreneur, has filed an urgent appeal with the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. Lai’s international legal team alleges that the Chinese authorities tortured a key prosecution witness, Andy Li, in order to extract incriminating evidence against Lai. Lai is currently standing trial for charges under the National Security Law (NSL), including conspiracy to sedition, collusion with a foreign country, and conspiracy to collude with foreign countries. The trial began on December 18 and … Read more