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Business & Human Rights Law

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What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global powerhouse with a notable presence in the business and human rights law space. The practice is driven by capable teams in the UK, Australia and Canada. The law firm offers:

• Advice for financial institutions, international investors and large corporations on compliance matters relating to human rights responsibilities.

• Insights into the reputational risks for entities in a variety of industry sectors and issues stemming from the emerging legal framework, including the Modern Slavery Act, the French Duty of Vigilance Law and the UNGP.

• Expertise in the mining and resources industry, frequently acting on matters relating to conflict minerals.

• An engagement with collective actions, legislative reform and pro bono activity on behalf of governments and NGOs.

Strengths

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NRF have done a great job in bringing to bear both legal expertise and strategy guidance to our project. They are threading the needle expertly.

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The team are able to handle the complexities of a cross-border transaction very well by thinking on their feet to overcome challenges and obstacles. 

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NRF understand the challenges of balancing commercial considerations with human rights commitments and responsibilities.

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Notable Practitioners

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Stuart Neely
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Stuart Neely
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Stuart Neely is based in London and has gained a strong reputation for his work advising financial institutions on the implementation of the UNGP. He also has expertise advising multinational corporations on compliance with modern slavery legislation, as well as on AI-related human rights risk, due diligence and conflict-related matters.

Stuart is an intuitive, creative and highly knowledgeable lawyer with a keen understanding of the challenges faced by businesses committed to human rights.

Stuart is an outstanding lawyer and a pleasure to deal with. 

Stuart has a strong UK and EU knowledge of the topic and is able to draw on that breadth. He is commercially aware, offering us pragmatic solutions without getting stuck in legalese.

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Abigail McGregor
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Abigail McGregor
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Abigail McGregor is a Sydney-based practitioner who is well respected for ability to advise high-profile organisations across a range of industries, most notably the renewables sector. She has particular expertise in forced labour in supply chains, modern slavery compliance and reporting, as well as on business and human rights policies.

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Stuart Neely
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Stuart Neely
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Abigail McGregor
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Abigail McGregor
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