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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.

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.

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