The unique value proposition of Eversheds Sutherland and Konexo's joint project capability

By Kimberly Tey, Principal Consultant and Natalie Ng, Senior Consultant

The unique value proposition of Eversheds Sutherland and Konexo's joint project capability

By Kimberly Tey, Principal Consultant and Natalie Ng, Senior Consultant

Kimberly Tey | Principal Consultant

Natalie Ng | Senior Consultant

In the current climate where legal teams are facing ongoing operational and cost pressures, General Counsel are, now more than ever, interested in innovative ways to meet the demand for strategic advice and specialist knowledge within a cost-efficient framework. The combined Eversheds Sutherland and Konexo model, which leverages Eversheds Sutherland’s global specialist teams and Konexo’s delivery capabilities, meets this demand. To bring this to life, we have provided details of a couple of projects we have worked on together.

The first project was for an international airline and involved remediating 4,500 data protection obligations in response to changes in data protection legislation across multiple jurisdictions. Eversheds Sutherland provided specialist data protection advice, while the Konexo team handled the review, drafting and negotiation using a playbook designed by the Eversheds Sutherland team. The client benefitted from the right blend of resources, timely project management and valuable progress reporting.

For the second project, the teams partnered on a due diligence exercise of over 1,000 critical technology assets and the underlying intellectual property (IP) rights for a global bank. Konexo’s team of consultants performed the due diligence exercise based on playbooks and reporting templates created by Eversheds Sutherland. This collaboration delivered a unique, cost effective solution for the client.

Clients benefit from this collaboration in several key areas:

> Strategic legal advice – navigating the increasing complexities of business operations, the political climate and regulatory frameworks requires expert legal counsel in specialized domains. For example, the data protection obligation remediation project required agreements to be brought into compliance with data protection legislation across Europe, China and the US.

> Scalability – Konexo’s flexible consulting model enables clients to scale projects quickly whilst keeping costs in check. The partnership ensures that Eversheds Sutherland’s lawyers provide initial guidance through playbook design and handle escalations, with Konexo executing the majority of project tasks.

> Data-driven capabilities - Konexo leverages advanced platforms for automated workflows, document automation and secure collaboration. This facilitates data-driven analysis, project management, case tracking and progress reporting. The collection of real-time project data allows clients to evaluate outcomes, report to stakeholders and make informed decisions swiftly.

Rhys McWhirter, Eversheds Sutherland partner based in Hong Kong, observes:

"The combined Eversheds Sutherland and Konexo model exemplifies how strategic collaboration can drive exceptional value for clients. By integrating Eversheds Sutherland's legal expertise with Konexo's robust delivery capabilities, we ensure that our clients receive comprehensive, cost-effective solutions tailored to their unique needs. This partnership not only enhances our service offerings but also reinforces our commitment to delivering excellence in every project."

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