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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.

Pinsent Masons appoints finance expert in London

Max will be joining the Banking & Restructuring team, focusing primarily on clients within the financial services and TMT sectors.

Bird & Bird data protection expert Ruth Boardman appointed as a member of the UK Government’s International Data Transfer Expert Council

The council has been created to ensure this continues now the UK has left the EU and to remove any further barrier to data flows in order to boost trade.

Mishcon de Reya adds Health & Safety Partner to White Collar Crime and Investigations team

Kizzy also has significant experience in representing interested persons and core participants in inquests and public Inquiries.

Gibson Dunn Adds Regulatory Of Counsel in Singapore

“We extend an enthusiastic welcome to Grace,” said Elaine Chao, Partner-in-Charge of Gibson Dunn’s Singapore office.

Milbank Expands Global Corporate Practice

Mr. Cho has extensive experience working with multinational clients, including major Asian companies, on international transactions spanning a wide array of sectors, such as private equity, ESG, technology, life-sciences, manufacturing and energy.

Higgs & Johnson Welcomes Newest Partner

Sharmon has recently authored commentaries on various trust law topics including: estate planning and administration, Foundations and Private Trust Companies in The Bahamas.

Appleby Bermuda Hires Two New Lawyers in Dispute Resolution and Corporate

Appleby is delighted to welcome two new Associates, James Batten and Melinda Mayne, to its growing Bermuda office.

Latham & Watkins Makes Significant Additions to Leading Global ESG Advisory Capability

Sarah Fortt and Betty Moy Huber bring longstanding experience and top-tier reputations advising on key ESG issues facing businesses and investors today.

Shoosmiths reveals new head for its Milton Keynes office

LAW firm Shoosmiths has appointed Catherine Williams to head up its Milton Keynes office.

Kirkland Adds Investment Funds Partner in London

Joins Kirkland from the London office of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.

Simmons & Simmons hires German IP partner team

Simmons has announced the hire of a group of partners and patent attorneys from the Munich office of Isenbruck Bösl Hörschler.

Dentons Global Advisors-ASG welcomes Erik Brattberg and Ahmed Khalil

Erik Brattberg has joined as Senior Vice President with the Europe & Eurasia practice and Ahmed Khalil joins as Senior Advisor with the Middle East & North Africa practice

Payne Hicks Beach Partner and Legal Director Promotions

Chris qualified as a solicitor in 2005

EBRD appoints new Chief Compliance Officer

EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso said: “We look forward to benefiting from Bernd’s in-depth knowledge of compliance, regulatory affairs and banking, as well as his considerable leadership experience.”

Neil Hamilton appointed as partner in Mayer Brown's Banking & Finance practice in London

Neil is a veteran lawyer with more than 25 years' experience in a variety of securitization and structured finance asset classes.

DLA Piper announces new office and regional leadership

Finally, in Northern California, Dean Fealk, who previously served as office managing partner in San Francisco and leads the firm’s Global Equity practice, joins Victoria Lee as regional co-managing partner.

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