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Ogier's "seamless" Dubai team praised in Legal 500 EMEA 2026

Practice partner David Welford is recognised as a Leading Partner for his work on financial disputes, asset freezing and disclosure orders.

Mayer Brown partner Tony Weibell named a 2026 "Leading Commercial Litigator" by Daily Journal

Based in Mayer Brown’s Northern California office, Tony serves as a go-to litigator for premier technology companies

Six Baker McKenzie Articles Nominated for 2026 Antitrust Writing Awards

Two articles announced as winners in Europe, Latin America categories

Gilson Gray finalist law firm of the year

This year’s shortlist features some of the most recognisable and influential names in British and global business

Alarm bells: Almost 60% of ASX200 chairs see chairing a private capital board as more appealing than listed role - HSF Kramer survey

The survey paints a picture of chairs who are deeply committed to their roles

Celebrating 25 years in Europe

The growth in scale of our European business has been phenomenal.

Luxembourg office celebrates successful results in the latest European legal directories

In Chambers and Partners Europe 2026, which published last week, Partner Saniyé Tipirdamaz was also ranked as Up and Coming in Banking and Finance.

Stephenson Harwood opens new doors in Athens and celebrates 30 years in Greece

The recent launch event at the new Athens office brought together distinguished guests

Dentons ranks among top 20 arbitration firms worldwide in GAR30 2026

Dentons’ International Arbitration practice is made up of more than 500 dedicated lawyers

Bird & Bird recognised for the 16th consecutive year in Global Arbitration Review’s “GAR 100” list

This recognition also reinforces the depth of our global capabilities

DLA Piper continues Africa-wide momentum with two Corporate Awards

Alongside, the firm was ranked as the third most active General Corporate Finance Legal Advisor (by transaction value) at the DealMakers East Africa Annual Awards.

Our people and practices recognised in Legal 500 EMEA 2026

Across the EMEA region, we achieved a total of 31 rankings in the 2026 guide, comprising 12 firm rankings and 19 individual recognitions

Leading law firm for eight areas in EMEA Italy in 2026 edition of Legal 500

We are honoured to receive this recognition, made possible only through the thoughtful feedback provided by our clients and business partners.

Mayer Brown Grew Revenue About 10% in Year of 'Repositioning'

Mayer Brown will look to continue growing in Texas

Norton Rose Fulbright celebrates 13 Tier 1 rankings in Legal 500 EMEA 2026

The Legal 500 rankings are based on extensive research and feedback from clients and peers, recognising law firms that deliver outstanding commercial insight and client service across jurisdictions and sectors.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer's global arbitration practice ranked 7th in the world

In GAR's annual ranking of the leading international arbitration practices, HSF Kramer has placed 7th in the world, unveiled last night at the GAR Awards ceremony in Paris

Strength of 29 Reed Smith practices recognised in Legal 500 EMEA 2026

The firm achieved Tier 1 rankings for its shipping practice in France, for energy in Greece, and for construction in the UAE, reflecting its market-leading reputation in these areas.

The ABC of corporate crisis response

The question for ABC then, was whether to launch or not to launch

Baker McKenzie Earns 270 Practice Rankings and 318 Lawyer Rankings in the Legal 500 EMEA Guide, 2026

Baker McKenzie saw a 6% increase in lawyer rankings, rising from 301 in 2025 to 318 in 2026.

DLA Piper boosts Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory standings across practice areas

The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory identifies leading law firms and practitioners through a comprehensive peer-review process involving tens of thousands of lawyers and industry professionals nationwide.

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