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Eversheds Sutherland (International) welcomes former KWM (China) Frankfurt partners and staff

This follows on from the firm’s announcements of former KWM (China) London partners and staff

Bird & Bird's Corporate Team in Helsinki Bolsters Capabilities with Strategic Hires

These strategic hires mark a significant enhancement to the firm's cross-border M&A capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to providing top-tier corporate services to both domestic and international clients.

Bird & Bird appoints venture capital and private equity expert Félicien Bardsley as partner in Paris

Félicien has over 12 years of experience advising on private equity (buy-out, venture capital, growth capital transactions) and M&A.

Mayer Brown adds Tax partner to its practice in London

Ben has decades of experience advising on complex real estate transactions and finance matters

Appleby Strengthens Hong Kong team with dual Appointments in 2024

With these new additions, we are well-positioned to meet the diverse needs of our clients across Asia and beyond.”

Reed Smith announces promotions for 2024

27 lawyers advanced to partner; 35 named counsel

Dentons expands its Employment offering in Brisbane with the appointment of Partner Edmund Burke

Edmund is the second partner to join the Brisbane office in as many months.

Collas Crill restructures to harness global expertise

This announcement follows hot on the heels of Collas Crill's latest raft of promotions and its news about joining forces with Ward Yates in Jersey.

Leading M&A lawyer Walied Soliman named Norton Rose Fulbright’s 2024 Global Chair

The position of Global Chair rotates between regions annually. Walied will succeed Sydney partner Scott Atkins, who will continue as Australia Chair.

Stuart Watson has joined Ogier Global as Director

Stuart sits on many company boards, in particular those of special purpose vehicles (SPVs), in both an executive and non-executive capacity, and is involved in the management of various assets classes across multiple sectors globally.

Harneys welcomes Colin Riegels back as partner in London office

He specialises in all aspects of offshore financing with an emphasis on derivatives, netting and close-out, insolvency, and security enforcement.

Appleby Jersey's Laura Sones Promoted to Associate

Before joining Appleby, Laura graduated in Law from Queen’s University Belfast and attained a Distinction in the Legal Practice course.

Bird & Bird further expands Corporate practice with M&A and investment specialist

Jane will utilise her expertise to further grow Bird & Bird’s corporate energy team

Baker McKenzie Elects 16 New Partners in North America

Congratulations to this outstanding group for achieving these significant career milestones

Carly Parrott rejoins Carey Olsen as Head of Employment in Guernsey

Carly previously served as counsel in Carey Olsen's employment team in Guernsey from 2017 to 2020

Freshfields expands corporate practice with new counsel

As a financial services regulatory and fintech lawyer, Daphne’s appointment will strengthen the Amsterdam practice

Harneys partner hire strengthens Hong Kong Litigation, Insolvency, and Restructuring practice

He also advises on claims involving fraud and funds disputes in multiple jurisdictions.

Dentons adds bankruptcy partner in Dallas

Clay is also a skilled negotiator and an advocate

Dentons Canada grows infrastructure and PPP client offering with new partner Wasiu Omotoso

Dentons Canada’s Infrastructure and PPP lawyers are renowned for their experience in advising both the private sector and public authorities on Canadian and international projects.

Hogan Lovells appoints Office Administrative Partner for Philadelphia

She currently serves as a recruiting partner for the firm’s Philadelphia office, as well as co-chair of Philly IDEAL, bringing a passion for fostering an inclusive workplace and championing DEI initiatives.

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