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The Future of Work and Living
Helping you navigate the global transformation in workplace cultures and the ways people now live.
A transformation is taking place in the ways we all work and live.
Within most organisations, there is an increasing acceptance of remote and hybrid work models, along with developments such as the automation and digitalisation of many jobs. Workplaces are changing to accommodate growing demands from employees for improved work/life balance, and people are also demanding more from the businesses they buy from.
Ashurst understands the current shifts in the ways people seek to live and interact with businesses. When you need to address your organisation’s response to the changing expectations of your employees and customers, you can rely on Ashurst for expert advice.
Global expertise
At Ashurst, we understand the changes taking place in workplace cultures across multiple jurisdictions across the globe.
Technological insight
We can help you respond strategically to the impacts of technology, digitisation and AI on contemporary work environments and customer expectations.
Understanding of lifestyle dynamics
Our team can advise you on the social, economic and technological trends impacting the lives of your employees and customers.
How we can help
To help our clients outpace change, we blend capabilities in innovative ways. Our expert legal team works seamlessly with our Ashurst Risk Advisory team to provide practical and commercial approaches to managing risk, driving change and compliance, as well as operational performance. We also draw on Ashurst Advance, our technology team, to provide advanced electronic collaboration, automation, and tools to provide faster and cost-effective legal services.
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- Antitrust, Regulation and Foreign Investment
- Banking and Finance
- Capital Markets
- Corporate and M&A
- Digital Assets and Financial Innovation
- Digital Economy
- Dispute Resolution
- Employment
- Financial Regulation
- Fintech
- Global Payments
- Intellectual Property
- International Arbitration
- Investigations
- Investment Funds
- Planning, Environment and First Nations
- Projects & Energy Transition
- Real Estate
- Restructuring and Special Situations
- Tax
Outpacing the AI revolution
Our insights and our own experience aim to help you navigate the legal and practical implications of the AI transformation.
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Duncan Liddell
Partner and Head of our London antitrust, regulatory and trade practice
London / Dublin
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