Why choose The Arch International for your public policy and regulatory needs? Here's why:

1. Dedicated Public Policy Group: As pioneers in establishing a dedicated Public Policy Practice, we integrate expertise in governmental affairs seamlessly into our services. Public policy isn't just an add-on; it's embedded in our DNA. Our team of lawyers and public policy advisers are esteemed experts regularly sought out as trusted advisers by leading corporates, financial institutions, governments, regulators, and NGOs.

2. Global Reach and Local Insight: With a significant presence in key regions such as the UK, EU, US, and Asia Pacific, our Public Policy Practice offers unparalleled strength, breadth, and depth. We provide advice on national and international policy and regulation, including navigating EU institutions. Our global team is strategically positioned to offer local insights with a global perspective.

3. Unrivaled Engagement with Industry: Our firm's relationships with leading think tanks, regulators, and policymakers are unmatched. We have a proven track record of collaboration with governmental and regulatory bodies on various regulatory issues. Recognized for thought leadership, we actively engage with industry associations to drive policy discussions and shape regulatory for Established International Trade Law Practice: The Arch International boasts significant experience in advising companies and states on international trade and related public international law matters. From customs and rules of origin to national security and government regulation of foreign direct investment, our team offers strong trade expertise across our global network.

5. Active Participation in Global Debates: We regularly engage in influential forums globally, such as the World Economic Forum in Davos, and participate in in-country events such as UK party political conferences. Additionally, we provide expert commentary on key issues facing our clients through print and broadcast media.

Partner with The Arch International for comprehensive support and strategic guidance on navigating complex public policy, regulatory, and international trade issues. With our unparalleled expertise, global reach, and commitment to thought leadership, we are ready to help you address the most pressing challenges and achieve your business objectives.

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With over 120 partners and an additional 400 lawyers dedicated to capital markets, alongside strong ties to our Finance, Corporate, and Tax practices, we swiftly assemble cross-border teams. These teams blend local expertise and industry focus with an international perspective to deliver practical, integrated legal advice for all our clients' capital markets activities.

Cybersecurity and Information Protection

Cybersecurity is now recognized as a board-level risk rather than just an IT concern.

Legal guidance is crucial in managing cyber risks effectively. Clifford Chance boasts commercially-minded legal experts who can assist you in navigating the intricate legal and regulatory landscape that governs this field.

Our global cybersecurity team offers comprehensive advice on a wide range of cyber products to support your business in compliance with the latest developments in law and regulation. We can assist you in various areas, including:

Due Diligence

Our cyber specialists collaborate with you to conduct due diligence on your business, enabling the development of a robust cyber profile. This process helps identify critical cyber vulnerabilities, key stakeholders, and primary data storage/processing locations. We assist in conducting gap analyses and ensuring compliance with minimum requirements under global cyber laws and regulations. Our advice covers:

- Technical and organizational security measures
- Relevant laws and regulations
- Data mapping
- Supply chain management
- Due diligence for M&A targets
- Establishment of policies and procedures

Attack Preparedness

We collaborate closely with your business to align your due diligence assessment with global regulatory standards, creating a strategic plan for a controlled response in the event of a cyber attack. To ensure your readiness, we provide training, internal communications support, and conduct simulated war game exercises to enhance your response capabilities.

Response to an Attack

If an attack occurs, we offer support in engaging with regulators within stipulated time frames to meet global breach notification requirements. Our guidance encompasses:

- Implementation of the cyber attack plan
- Engagement with regulators and compliance with breach notification mandates
- Crisis management
- Preservation of legal privilege

Post-Attack Recovery

Drawing on our extensive understanding of your business, we assist in the recovery process following a cyber attack. Whether you require a review of your cyber policies or need assistance with subsequent litigation or enforcement actions, our specialized advisors are available globally to support you. Our services include:

- Review and restoration efforts
- Handling regulatory investigations and enforcement actions
- Managing litigation and dispute resolution

Our experienced advisors handle a broad spectrum of capital markets work, including debt and equity transactions, structured debt, high yield offerings, and trusts. In addition to mainstream issuances in major economies, we specialize in benchmarking and innovative transactions, including those in emerging frontier markets.

In our global practice, we offer guidance on various types of commercial contracts and arrangements to facilitate our clients' routine and strategic business endeavors, leveraging specialized knowledge across diverse sectors and related regulatory frameworks.

Our experience spans a wide range of commercial contract domains, encompassing logistics, agency, distribution, sales and marketing, packaging and manufacturing, franchising, outsourcing and offshoring, e-commerce, licensing, advertising, and sales promotion. Our team of professionals blend sector-specific and technical acumen with the capacity to devise inventive contractual resolutions.

Client-Centric Approach: Above all, we prioritize our clients' needs and objectives, tailoring our services to meet their specific requirements. We take the time to understand our clients' businesses, goals, and challenges, allowing us to provide personalized advice and solutions that drive success. Our client-centric approach fosters long-term relationships built on trust, integrity, and mutual respect.