EQA participated to the “English Law Day” in Istanbul
EQA had the honor of participating in the English Law Day in Istanbul on April 16, 2024, an event bringing together legal professionals from around the world.
During this event, Etienne Epron spoke on a panel dedicated to the Impact of sanctions on trade, transactions, contracts, and disputes.
We wish to express our sincere gratitude to the Eurasian Legal Professional Forum, the organizer of this forum, and especially to our colleague Benjamin Wells for providing us with this unique opportunity to share our knowledge and exchange ideas with experts from around the world. This enriching experience reinforces our commitment to remain at the forefront of legal developments in international sanctions and to provide our clients with the highest quality services.
The EQA team
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