James Jackson
James Jackson is a correspondent for Law.com International based in Germany. He writes about lawyers and legal issues in Germany and elsewhere in Europe. His coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments, litigation and arbitration, and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected].
January 21, 2025 | International Edition
Hogan Lovells Germany Partner Exits for Willkie After Just a Few MonthsThe private equity partner joined from Kirkland & Ellis in November.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
January 20, 2025 | International Edition
German Patent Law Firms to MergeHoffmann Eitle will take over KSVR’s Dusseldorf office.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
January 17, 2025 | The American Lawyer
Top A&O Shearman Labor Lawyer Leaves to Found Boutique FirmThomas Ubber, also the firm's former Germany managing partner, will be bringing a team to new offices.
By James Jackson
3 minute read
January 17, 2025 | International Edition
Hogan Lovells' 19-Lawyer Polish Team Moves En Masse to RödlRödl & Partner has expanded its presence in Poland by integrating a 25-member team from Hogan Lovells including two partners and 19 lawyers.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
January 17, 2025 | International Edition
Graf von Westphalen Hires Watson Farley German Public Law GroupThe Watson Farley & Williams team move is the latest January raid for the homegrown firm.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
January 17, 2025 | International Edition
Jones Day, BCLP & Other Major Firms Boost European Teams with Key Partner HiresJones Day is hiring corporate partner Pierre-Olivier Mahieu in Brussels, while BCLP, Simmons & Simmons, Eversheds Sutherland, and more make strategic partner moves across Europe.
By James Jackson
4 minute read
January 16, 2025 | International Edition
Top Labor Lawyer and Former Germany Managing Partner Leaves A&O Shearman to Found Boutique FirmLufthansa, Deutsche Bahn & Amazon adviser Thomas Ubber will be bringing a team to new offices in Frankfurt and Munich.
By James Jackson
3 minute read
January 15, 2025 | International Edition
Hengeler, Noerr, Freshfields Steer Multi-Million Euro Deals for XXXLutz, Huf Group & MoreHengeler Mueller is advising XXXLutz on its cross-border acquisition of the Porta Group, while Freshfields and Noerr are involved in complex transactions across the automotive and software sectors.
By James Jackson
3 minute read
January 07, 2025 | International Edition
Ashurst Germany Hires Linklaters & Goodwin Private Equity and Infrastructure M&A PartnersAshurst has bolstered its Germany practice, aiming to expand its advisory capabilities and client base in key sectors like cross-border transactions.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
January 07, 2025 | International Edition
Ex-Mayer Brown Corporate Lawyer Leads Race for German Chancellor in Snap ElectionThe top candidate in Germany’s February 23 election is a former senior counsel at Mayer Brown, who was also an ex-chief of Blackrock’s German advisory board. His rivals? Another lawyer and a former Goldman Sachs analyst.
By James Jackson
4 minute read
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