Navigating tariffs: legal considerations for UK business
Recent shifts in tariff policies have left many UK businesses uncertain about their next steps. With President Trump's recent announcement marking a significant change in high global tariffs, understanding the legal implications is more important than ever. In this podcast, we break down the latest developments from a legal perspective, offering clarity on what businesses should expect when facing the upcoming changes.
Our programme for in-house lawyers
ThinkHouse is Gowling WLG's exclusive programme of events and resources for in-house lawyers, arming you with the necessary knowledge to deal with the challenges you face every day and prepare you for the future.
The Big Picture for Business 2025
Our Big Picture for Business 2025 looks back at the key developments from 2024 and predicts what may come down the tracks in 2025.
Welcome to The Space
Our new podcast shines a spotlight on our people at Gowling WLG to understand their diverse experiences and perspectives and their journeys into law.
Stay LoupedIn to the law
Our blog gives readers industry insight, technical knowledge and thoughtful observations on the legal landscape and beyond. Here you will find perspectives from across our firm including trainees and apprentices, our Business Support departments and our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team. We talk about our opinions, provide FAQs and reflect on what is happening in the news and our wider communities.
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About Gowling WLG
Gowling WLG is an international law firm built on the belief that the best way to serve you is to be in tune with your world, aligned with your opportunity and ambitious for your success.
At the heart of our business
There's strength in diversity and inclusion – for our business and yours. That's why we continue to embed diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into our firm’s DNA, creating a positive workplace that celebrates everyone’s whole and true self, while ensuring our teams reflect the rich medley of clients we serve globally. We approach this important work not with lip service, but with tangible, data-driven strategies that centre on education, community building and advancement.
There's strength in diversity and inclusion – for our business and yours. That's why we continue to embed diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into our firm’s DNA, creating a positive workplace that celebrates everyone’s whole and true self, while ensuring our teams reflect the rich medley of clients we serve globally. We approach this important work not with lip service, but with tangible, data-driven strategies that centre on education, community building and advancement.
Sustainability. Community. Wellness. Trust. Transparency. As a “people first” firm, our approach to building a responsible business – one our team members and our clients can be proud of – is underpinned by core, unshakeable principles. We believe in minimising our environmental impact, strengthening our communities, helping our people grow professionally and personally, and lending our services to those most in need.
Whether harnessing the power of artificial intelligence or automating workflows, our approach to innovation mirrors our approach to all we do: we focus on discovering new and better ways to deliver the greatest efficiency and value to our clients. We’re focused on addressing real world problems and actual business needs. It’s no surprise then that many of our award-winning innovation solutions have come directly from our lawyers simply seeking better ways to meet our clients’ evolving needs.
We offer clients the keys to the world, empowering them to confidently explore new markets and pursue strategic opportunities vital to their growth. From high-stakes cross-border transactions to thorny international disputes, we combine deep local knowledge, broad global perspective and on-the-ground support to help you navigate the realities of a borderless world.
The business environment you operate in is in constant flux, with the pace of change accelerating each passing year. As part of our offering, we’re committed to helping you stay one step ahead of “what’s next,” anticipating risk well in advance and planning for opportunities just around the corner. From disruptive technology to emerging regulations, our Topics Hub analyses the latest developments and trends shaping the future of your industry.