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Globalaw, a global Band 1 Chambers-ranked network of approximately 80 independent law firms in more than 60 countries, announces a strategic collaboration with Legora, a leading legal AI platform. This first-of-its-kind collaboration between Legora and a global network of law firms gives Globalaw members exclusive access to AI capabilities that deliver innovative solutions for their firms and clients.

“AI is intensifying competition in the legal industry, and a responsible but forward-looking approach to the adoption of technology-enabled legal services is paramount,” said Peter J. Brown, Globalaw President and Partner at Edwards, Kenny & Bray. “Firms that know how to leverage advanced technology have a distinct competitive advantage. That’s why Globalaw is excited to introduce Legora across the network and empower members to strategically implement AI solutions designed specifically to elevate the way attorneys and law firms work.”

Globalaw’s innovative approach is a hallmark of its 30-year history, underscored by an enduring commitment to equipping its members with game-changing technology and resources. As law firm investment in AI escalates, membership in Globalaw becomes even more valuable as its collaboration with Legora fosters knowledge sharing and capability building, enabling members to deploy AI tools more quickly and with greater confidence.

"Globalaw's members represent some of the most respected independent firms in the world, and this collaboration reflects a shared belief that AI should make lawyers more effective, not replace their judgment," said Linda Björkenheim, Head of Partnerships at Legora. "By bringing Legora's platform to the Globalaw network, we're giving member firms a faster path to adopting AI in a way that's rigorous, secure, and built around how lawyers actually work, so they can spend more time on what clients value most."

About Legora

Legora is the agentic operating system for legal work, supporting lawyers in research, review, and drafting across complex matters. It is used by more than 100,000 legal professionals at more than 1,200 leading law firms and in-house legal teams across over 50 markets.

About Globalaw

Founded in 1994, Globalaw is a global Band 1 Chambers-ranked leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 4,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and to help them deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.

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Jaime Luckey

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India’s approach to personal data protection has undergone a decisive shift. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, read with accompanying Rules, 2025 (collectively, the “DPDPA”), is currently being implemented in India in a phased manner. Once operational (by May 2027) it will apply to all businesses processing personal data in connection with any goods or service offerings in India – including offshore entities.

While India’s DPDPA draws inspiration from the EU GDPR, businesses should note that it introduces terminology, rights and roles unique to its framework. The DPDPA operates on a binary consent regime – where personal data may only be processed with the individual’s explicit consent or for specified “certain legitimate uses.” Data Fiduciaries (entities determining means and purposes of processing personal data) are required to discharge comprehensive obligations under the DPDPA, with non-compliance entailing significant penalties (to the tune of $25 million).

For Fiduciaries, formal Data Processing Agreements comprise a statutory requirement as well as a practical necessity – since they bear non-delegable statutory liability for the Data Processors they engage.

The DPDPA’s implementation will place India alongside a growing number of APAC jurisdictions that provide for extraterritorial application of data protection laws. For multinationals operating in India, the regulatory divergence between India and other data protection regimes, including in the EU or APAC, may present immediate and material compliance challenges.

Key Compliance Considerations

Given the extensive compliance requirements under the DPDPA and its structural divergences with other data protection frameworks, multinational businesses operating in India should engage qualified counsel at the earliest to determine their specific roles and cross-border obligations under the DPDPA. Carefully structured and interoperable Data Processing Agreements, in particular, may serve as a practical compliance pathway for businesses navigating obligations across multiple jurisdictions.

Our lawyers advise clients on DPDPA compliance, cross-border data transfer arrangements, and DPA structuring. If your organization is seeking clarity on its obligations under India’s evolving data protection regime, please contact our member firm identified below.

For more information, contact:

Ashneet Hanspal

ashneet.hanspal@ahlawatassociates.in

Ahlawat & Associates

Globalaw is pleased to announce its expansion into Honduras with the addition of LegalTech Consulting Firm!

LegalTech offers multidisciplinary legal services in Labor and Administrative Law, Civil and Commercial Law, Tax Law, Corporate and Business Consulting and Judicial and Extrajudicial Representation.

LegalTech's professionals have served on the Boards of Directors, General Management, Human Resources, and Financial and Administrative Management teams of national and international companies, as well as banking institutions, social organizations, and state-owned enterprises.

For more information, visit https://legaltechcf.com/.

Globalaw, a leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms in over 60 countries, announces that the Globalaw Foundation presented a donation of €5,000 to Berliner Rechtshilfefonds Jugendhilfe e.V. (BRJ) during the 2026 Globalaw EMEA Regional Meeting in Berlin, Germany.

Established over two decades ago, the BRJ is an ombudsman service in child and youth welfare, providing legal, professional, financial, and emotional support to young people and their families. The association is dedicated to balancing structural power between those who need assistance and those who provide it.

“BRJ combines access to justice, youth support and legal empowerment to assist and advise hundreds of new people each year,” said Peter J. Brown, Globalaw President and Partner at Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP. “I’m thankful to our members for their generosity, which allowed the Globalaw Foundation to measurably advance BRJ’s mission through this donation.”

Contributing to local charities is a fundamental component of Globalaw’s event programming. Representatives from selected nonprofits are also invited to meet and network with Globalaw member firms, helping them raise awareness of their organisations and build ongoing connections and engagement.

"On behalf of all the young people we have the privilege of supporting, our volunteers, and also in the spirit of those who founded the BRJ 25 years ago, I would like to thank Globalaw for this generosity,” said Konstanze Fritsch, Berliner Rechtshilfefonds Jugendhilfe e.V. Managing Director. “Their support is a contribution to greater justice, greater balance, and a legal system that truly reaches the people."

About The Globalaw Foundation

The Globalaw Foundation supports community organizations focused on helping young people access legal education and increasing access to justice for those who would otherwise be denied it for financial or other reasons. The foundation is funded through donations from Globalaw member firms and funds raised at Globalaw events. Visit www.globalaw.net for more information.

About Globalaw

Founded in 1994, Globalaw is a global band one Chambers-ranked leading network of approximately 80 independent law firms and 4,000 lawyers in over 60 countries. Our mission is to foster seamless legal collaboration among member firms and assist them in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to their clients worldwide. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, global reach, and innovative approach to legal services. Visit www.globalaw.net to learn more.