Trainees take on business

From Giant Swans to English Gentlemen: naming conventions for English law firms in China

Published on 05 July 2017. By Milo Qin, Registered Foreign Lawyer

May 2017 marked an important moment for RPC – our London and Hong Kong offices now operate as a single entity, boosting the firm's promotion of its brand in the Greater China area.

Fitness and a Full Time Job

Published on 23 June 2017. By Rebecca May, Associate

With sedentary and time-consuming jobs, it can be difficult to find the time to get the recommended level of exercise in each week. Rebecca May considers how to juggle fitness and a full time job.

Tackling the Problem of Fake News

08 June 2017

It is widely believed that fake news has had an impact on some of the most controversial recent political decisions.

Why the winner won't take it all in tomorrow's General Election

Published on 07 June 2017. By William Kark, Trainee Solicitor

William Kark, RPC Trainee, considers the other key players - such as backbenchers, House of Lords, Gina Miller - in the General Election on 8 June 2017.

Lightning in a Bot-tle – political conversation in the age of automation

Published on 06 June 2017. By Jonathan Greenway, Trainee Solicitor

Robots are responsible for one in eight tweets about the General Election.

Brexit means Brexit?

Published on 05 June 2017. By Emily Rome, Trainee Solicitor

Uber prepares for take off

Published on 30 May 2017. By Rob Paine, Trainee solicitor

Flying cars have, until now, been confined to tales of sci-fi and fantasy: from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to Back to the Future. However, childhood promises of flying cars could soon become a reality following Uber's recent announcement at their Elevate summit in April.

The 21st Century Silk Road – China's Belt & Road Initiative

Published on 18 May 2017. By Rico Chan, Trainee Solicitor

China's "One Belt, One Road" has attracted widespread attention in Asia since 2013. But what is it about? What are the opportunities ahead? And what should foreign investors be aware of?

Supporting a mentally healthy workforce

Published on 10 May 2017. By Heather Rimmer, Trainee Solicitor

In Mental Health Week Heather Rimmer considers how the workplace affects those struggling with their mental health and what businesses can do to help.

The rise and rise of e-sports

28 April 2017

With the announcement that e-sports will be included in the official programme for the 2022 Asian Games, competitive gaming is now a globally significant brand, and the once-derided pastime of playing video games is now a viable, and lucrative, career opportunity.