02/09/2022
Slaughter and May announces next corporate and M&A practice heads
Simon and Richard will take up their new roles on 1 May 2022.
People Moves
02/09/2022
Michael Popkin appointed as a new Hong Kong litigation Partner
The Mourant team in Hong Kong is celebrating 10 years since the office launch in 2012, as well as continued recognition as one of the leading offshore firms in Asia highlighted in this year's Legal 500 Asia Pacific directory.
02/08/2022
Weil Adds Private Equity Partner in New York
“We are delighted to welcome Robert to the Firm,” said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf."
02/07/2022
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.
02/07/2022
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.
02/07/2022
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
02/04/2022
Ashurst grows its Financial Regulation team with new partner in Sydney
Her appointment underscores Ashurst's investment in the Financial Regulation practice
02/04/2022
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.
02/04/2022
Allens appoints M&A tax specialist
Ellen’s appointment will support the firm's growth strategy
02/03/2022
Herbert Smith Freehills Appoints Environment and Planning Expert in Brisbane
Kathryn, who starts at Herbert Smith Freehills in early February, joins from Clayton Utz
02/03/2022
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.
02/02/2022
Norton Rose Fulbright appoints US Co-Head of Commercial Litigation
Robin is an exceptional litigator with significant experience assisting clients in high-stakes disputes.
02/02/2022
Dentons appoints Kate Broer as first Global Inclusion and Diversity Officer
Longstanding Inclusion & Diversity advocate will report to Global CEO
02/02/2022
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.
02/02/2022
Corporate partner joins Simmons & Simmons in Frankfurt
Corporate partner Klaus Banke joins Simmons & Simmons in Frankfurt.
02/01/2022
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.
01/31/2022
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).
01/31/2022
FCA appoints practitioner panel chairwoman to replace Feeney
Welcoming the appointment, FCA Chair Charles Randell
01/28/2022
New ‘IT man’ at LCF Law
James will lead a team of four who are currently working on a significant pipeline of projects
01/27/2022
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.