Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Podcasts

In this latest episode of Insurance Bites, Sarah McNally, Partner, and Sarah Irons, Knowledge Counsel, from the Insurance & Professional Risks team, explore the topical issue of tariffs and where corporates might find cover for some of the increased risks they face due to increased tariffs.

In this episode we talk about the influence we have seen shareholders have on recent transactions. Areas we discuss include shareholders: • pushing for M&A • influencing M&A, including through the use of irrevocable undertakings and stub equity • looking to block deals; and • being directly targeted for support by both targets and bidders. We also discuss the key takeaways for companies when deali...

In this episode we talk about the influence we have seen shareholders have on recent transactions. Areas we discuss include shareholders: • pushing for M&A • influencing M&A, including through the use of irrevocable undertakings and stub equity • looking to block deals; and • being directly targeted for support by both targets and bidders. We also discuss the key takeaways for companies when deali...

In part one of our investigations double episode, we unpack the technical and legal dimensions of workplace investigations, with a spotlight on whistleblowing. Together, Tony Wood and Lucy Boyd explore how clients can navigate the complexities of internal complaints, regulatory obligations and reputational risks. They spend time discussing the overall trend towards greater transparency, for exampl...

On 2 July 2025, the FCA published Consultation Paper 25/18 https://www.fca.org.uk/publication/consultation/cp25-18.pdf, "Tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services", comprising both a Policy Statement and final rules, together with further consultation on the revised guidance proposed for the FCA Handbook. It has taken the FCA considerable time to reach this phase in the development o...

Following new amendments to Australian anti-bribery and corruption laws introduced in September 2024, HSF Kramer Partners Leon Chung, Tania Gray and Eunice Park delve further into the offence and what Australian corporates should do if they find themselves in a foreign bribery situation and practical steps organisations can take to address risks. We are joined by HSF Kramer London Partner Kate Mea...

In this episode of Inside Safety, presenters Nerida Jessup and Olga Klimczak examine the evolving legal and regulatory landscape surrounding silica exposure and the associated risk of silicosis. The episode offers timely insights into compliance, risk management, and health outcomes – particularly in high-risk sectors like manufacturing and mining. The discussion also draws on historical parallels...

In this episode, we talk about Practice Statement 36 https://code.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk/tp/ps/ps-36.html which has recently been published by the UK Takeover Panel on unlisted share alternatives. Topics we discuss include: - what terms for an unlisted share alternative are acceptable, and what is not acceptable; - what rights can be attached to the shares; and - the disclosure required.

In this episode, Vanessa Naish and Liz Kantor are joined by their first external speaker, Kevin Nash, Director General of the London Court of International Arbitration. Kevin shares his vision for the future of the LCIA and what makes the LCIA unique, explores potential updates to its rules and offers his perspective on the vital role institutions play in international arbitration. Tune in for an...

In this episode of Inside IR, Rohan Doyle is joined by partners Anthony Wood and Wendy Fauvel to look ahead to the Federal Government's upcoming August 2025 Productivity Summit. Rohan, Tony and Wendy share what is known about the plans for the summit, and explore the all important question of what role industrial relations will play in improving the rate of productivity growth in Australia.

Marina Reason and Rakshi Kiran examine FCA consultation paper 25/15, which proposes a brand-new prudential regime for cryptoasset firms, including rules on regulatory capital. This is the first sight of a dedicated prudential framework tailored specifically for crypto firms in the UK. CP25/15 is designed to be read alongside a related FCA consultation paper (CP25/14), which proposes rules and guid...

On 6 April 2025 the UK's new consumer protection regime came into force. The changes, introduced under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024, include a new direct enforcement regime for the CMA as well as a number of changes to the substantive law, aimed at improving and modernising consumer rights in order to ensure they keep pace with market developments, in particular the tren...

In this episode, we cross examine Tamir Maltz, Barrister at 12 Wentworth Selborne Chambers, Sydney. It would be hard to argue that there is anyone more experienced in cyber injunctions in Australia than Tamir. With over 20 years of experience, Tamir provides strategic legal advice and robust representation to clients across a variety of sectors including corporate, construction, property and techn...

In this episode, Vanessa Naish and Liz Kantor are joined by Patricia Nacimiento, Laurence Franc-Menget, and Francis Greenway to explore recent and proposed reforms to arbitration laws in the UK, Germany, France, and Singapore. The discussion unpacks the motivations behind each jurisdiction’s legislative updates, highlights key proposals, and considers their broader implications for international a...

On 3 June 2025, the FCA published PS25/5 https://www.fca.org.uk/publication/policy/ps25-5.pdf which included the final version of its updated Enforcement Guide. In Episode 7 of the FSR Brief, Jon Ford and Michael Tan discuss the key changes to the FCA's approach to transparency in relation to investigations and the other changes to the Enforcement Guide, and how these may play out in practice. For...

In this edition of our banking litigation podcast, we consider some recent cases that will be most relevant to in-house lawyers at banks and financial institutions. This episode is hosted by John Corrie, a partner in our banking litigation team, who is joined by Ceri Morgan and special guest Alexander Gridasov. You can find links to our blogs on the cases covered in this podcast below: County Cour...

A summary of the most material developments expected in the next 6-12 months which will be of relevance to UK listed companies.

In this episode of the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer 'Tax Bites' podcast, host Toby Eggleston alongside Professor Graeme Cooper and fellow partner Ryan Leslie, explore the complexities of the third party debt test as it relates to Australia's thin capitalisation rules. Key discussions include the overview and operational intricacies of the third party debt test introduced to replace the arm's len...

Interview with Jen Sisson, CEO of the International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN) on AGMs, corporate reporting and governance reform in 2025 Speakers: Gareth Sykes, Partner and Jen Sisson, CEO of The International Corporate Governance Network

Interview with Jen Sisson, CEO of the International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN) on AGMs, corporate reporting and governance reform in 2025 Speakers: Gareth Sykes, Partner and Jen Sisson, CEO of The International Corporate Governance Network

Marina Reason and Chloe Kim unpack the FCA's proposals on issuing qualifying stablecoins that are set out in consultation paper 25/14, published in late May. In CP25/14, the FCA also seeks views on proposed rules and guidance for safeguarding qualifying cryptoassets, including qualifying stablecoins. We will consider these proposals in a future podcast. Publication of CP25/14 represents another mi...

In our second episode of Inside Employment, we explore the evolving intersection between industrial relations and immigration law. As regulatory frameworks continue to shift, we’re seeing increasing crossover in the concepts and compliance expectations that govern both domains. Joining host Drew Pearson, Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, and Executive Counsel Sophie Beaman, is special gue...

In this edition of the Public Law podcast series, Andrew Lidbetter and Jasveer Randhawa explore implications of the growing role of AI in decision-making by public bodies and regulators. With AI being increasingly used to inform regulatory and public body decisions, Andrew and Jasveer outline how the current judicial review procedure operates in the context of a challenge to a decision which has i...

In this episode of the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Tax Bites podcast, hosts Toby Eggleston and Professor Graham Cooper discuss the significant implications of the proposed Section 899 under President Trump's 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' Act. They delve into how these retaliatory taxes imposed by the US aim to counteract what are perceived to be unfair or discriminatory foreign taxes, particularly...

This is the 31st episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts. In this episode we will discuss fake authorities, the Hague 2019 judgments convention, the Civil Justice Council's report on litigation funding, a recent decision where the English court has accepted jurisdiction despite acknowledging that the case had a closer connection with Brazil, and some interesting recent cases...