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Upcoming Events
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Upcoming Courses
Drafting International Contracts
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About Us
The European Company Lawyers Association (ECLA) is the umbrella organisation for 24 company lawyer associations in Europe and represents the common interests of European company lawyers. During the past 40+ years, ECLA has established itself as the leading representative of European company lawyers' associations.
The Company Lawyer
Ensuring the legality of operations is the first step in corporate stability. Bringing this function in-house creates a necessary synergy between legal expertise and business strategy. Because in-house counsel understands the specific mechanics of the organisation, they ensure that commercial objectives are met with security and precision - often making the difference between a company that survives and one that thrives.
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Mission
As the operational realities of in-house teams become increasingly standardised across Europe, co-operation becomes essential. ECLA serves as the vital link between national associations, recognising that our members often face identical challenges regardless of their jurisdiction. By fostering a pan-European network, we enable the exchange of high-level expertise and best practices, ensuring that the profession advances as a collective force.
Members
A true pan-European coverage
Providing benefits to more than
Individual company lawyers across Europe
Since
For corporate legal excellence
Our Associations
