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Ropes & Gray Names 12 New Counsel

These lawyers also have performed exceptionally well under challenging circumstances over the last 18 months. They are smart advisors and wonderful colleagues.

Kyle Campbell appointed Head of Compliance and Risk Management at Ferbrache & Farrell

He began his career in regulatory compliance in 2011, initially working within a private investment firm.

Ogier welcomes two new partners to top tier Jersey Corporate team

"Both have contributed significantly to the culture and achievements of the Jersey Corporate team and their progression to partnership demonstrates Ogier's focus on developing the fantastic talent in our teams."

Winston & Strawn Names 21 New U.S. Partners

Established members of eight different practice areas and seven U.S. offices, this year’s slate of new partners highlights both the breadth of our practices as well as the firm’s growth in key markets.

Gibson Dunn Hires New Chief Marketing Officer

Katherine has honed an impressive skillset through her decades of success in the industry

Appleby Bermuda Hires Two New Corporate Lawyers

Their credentials and experience are very impressive and we are extremely pleased that they recently joined our Corporate team.”

Hogan Lovells announces Africa practice new leadership duo

They will take on the leadership role as current Head of Africa practice

Herbert Smith Freehills adds Rachael Shek as commercial Litigation partner in Hong Kong

A firm alumna, Rachael specialises in banking litigation and joint venture/shareholder disputes, with broad experience of complex commercial litigation, corporate loan recovery, private wealth disputes, and more.

Clyde & Co expands Middle East and Africa corporate practice with strategic Partner appointment

He is a corporate lawyer who represents sovereign entities, multinational companies, financial institutions, investors, and sponsors in a broad range of transactions

Richard returns to Higgs’ thriving tax team

His return means Higgs can widen its tax offering with greater expertise in property taxes helping property investors and developers on structuring, VAT, Stamp Duty Land Tax and Capital Allowance planning.

Maples Group Appoints Head of Irish Law Firm

Based in Dublin, Peter has successfully led the Irish Funds & Investment Management practice over the past six years

Maples Group Management Team Update

Aside from succession planning and some notable appointments following a few retirements, the management team continues essentially unchanged across the global organisation.

FCA announces changes to its Executive Committee

Stephen will join the FCA from the Government Legal Department (GLD), where he is Director General of Litigation, Justice and Security.

Freshfields appoints Global Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer

Katherine brings a strong track record in professional services

Viberts appoints senior associate

Emma brings with her a wealth of family law experience including matters relating to children, family and divorce issues and harassment applications.

Leading Dispute Resolution Lawyer and Commercial Litigator to Join Latham & Watkins

Dominic Geiser will bring vast courtroom and commercial experience advising on complex and high-stakes business disputes.

London Partner Named Lawyer of the Year

Associate Warren Wellington also Highly Commended at prestigious annual event.

Leading offshore law firm appoints Hong Kong managing partner

Leading offshore firm Appleby has appointed David Bulley as the new Office Managing Partner in Hong Kong effective 3 January 2022.

Ogier promotes three new partners in Hong Kong Corporate and Funds teams

Ogier's funds team in Hong Kong was recently a finalist in the HFM Asia Services Awards 2021

Eminent data protection regulator to join leading Global law firm

Elizabeth will join Baker McKenzie in January 2022 and will be based in London, further bolstering the Firm's existing strong data privacy and cybersecurity and technology teams across Europe and globally.

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