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Weil Adds Private Equity Partner in New York

“We are delighted to welcome Robert to the Firm,” said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf."

UK names interim chairs of FCA and Payment Systems Regulator

Richard Lloyd OBE is currently the Senior Independent Director of the FCA Board, and is chair of the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority and vice-chair of the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute.

Leading Executive Compensation Partner Joins Paul, Weiss

Today’s largest, most complex transactions present an array of significant and challenging executive compensation and benefits issues, requiring a unique and highly technical skillset.

Carey Olsen strengthens trusts and private wealth offering in Asia with senior hire

Rachel, who will lead Carey Olsen's trusts and private wealth offering in Asia, regularly acts for professional trustees, family offices, wealth managers, financial institutions, settlors and beneficiaries, and advises on the establishment

Ashurst grows its Financial Regulation team with new partner in Sydney

Her appointment underscores Ashurst's investment in the Financial Regulation practice

Chloë Whitmore joins Collas Crill's International Private Client and Trusts team in Guernsey

Chloë specialises in advising clients on estate planning, preparing wills and administering estate and guardianships, as well as trusts, their creation and management.

Allens appoints M&A tax specialist

Ellen’s appointment will support the firm's growth strategy

Herbert Smith Freehills Appoints Environment and Planning Expert in Brisbane

Kathryn, who starts at Herbert Smith Freehills in early February, joins from Clayton Utz

Hogan Lovells partner departs to open disputes law firm in Paris

At least two other breakaway law firms have sprung up in Paris since the start of 2022.

Norton Rose Fulbright appoints US Co-Head of Commercial Litigation

Robin is an exceptional litigator with significant experience assisting clients in high-stakes disputes.

Dentons appoints Kate Broer as first Global Inclusion and Diversity Officer

Longstanding Inclusion & Diversity advocate will report to Global CEO

Allen & Overy continues growth of U.S. Restructuring practice with partner Robin Spigel

Robin’s practice has extended across a variety of industries, including oil & gas, power, pharmaceuticals, media, manufacturing and more.

Corporate partner joins Simmons & Simmons in Frankfurt

Corporate partner Klaus Banke joins Simmons & Simmons in Frankfurt.

Ogier promotes three new partners in Banking and Dispute Resolution teams

All three became partners of the firm on 1 February having progressed through Ogier's partner development programme.

Baker McKenzie Appoints Chief Financial Officer

In addition to his extensive experience with AmLaw 100 law firms, William has held leadership positions in other related sectors including consulting (Accenture) and financial services (Fannie Mae).

FCA appoints practitioner panel chairwoman to replace Feeney

Welcoming the appointment, FCA Chair Charles Randell

New ‘IT man’ at LCF Law

James will lead a team of four who are currently working on a significant pipeline of projects

Mayer Brown partner Paul DiSangro named vice chair of CLA’s Tax Procedure and Litigation Committee

For his extensive experience, he has been recognized as a leading tax controversy adviser by the International Tax Review.

Appleby Strengthens and Expands Dispute Resolution Team in Guernsey

She has supported some of the world’s largest multinational companies, including fast consumer goods companies, technology enterprises, broadcasters, media houses, state owned enterprises, hospitality giants and banks.

Andy McGregor to join Allen & Overy’s Litigation practice

Allen & Overy continues to invest in its London Litigation and Investigations practice through the hire of civil fraud partner Andy McGregor. Andy joins from RPC, where he was Head of Civil Fraud.

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