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].
October 15, 2024 | International Edition
Kirkland Expands Frankfurt Private Equity PracticeKirkland's expansion in the German market is significant given the firm's buying power as the world's largest law firm by revenue.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
September 20, 2024 | International Edition
Hengeler Mueller, Freshfields and A&O Shearman Advise on €13.5 billion Axel Springer DealThe German media giant is to become a family business, while its €10 billion classifieds arm will be majority-owned by private equity.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
September 18, 2024 | International Edition
Baker McKenzie's Key Linklaters Hire Unveils Game-Changing Global M&A PlanThe firm has more than 1,300 M&A lawyers in 45 countries and hints there is "more to come" in Germany.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
September 12, 2024 | International Edition
Dentons & Dacheng Lawyers Probe Suspected $20M Credit Fraud in ChinaDentons and Dacheng are investigating 13 projects in China on behalf of Germany's environment agency.
By James Jackson
3 minute read
September 06, 2024 | International Edition
DLA Piper Launches German Delivery Centre, Taking Pinsent Masons Vario Co-HeadsThe firm aims to establish a "cost-efficient" service in Germany, bridging the gap between traditional legal solutions and AI-based innovations.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
August 28, 2024 | International Edition
Germany's Law Firms Defy Economic Downturn, Predict M&A SurgeThe legal sector in Europe's largest economy has skipped the recession but what lies ahead?
By James Jackson
4 minute read
August 13, 2024 | International Edition
McDermott Expands Frankfurt Finance Practice With Gibson Dunn HireMcDermott Will & Emery has expanded its Frankfurt office by hiring Alexander Klein as a finance partner, enhancing its German private equity and finance services.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
August 05, 2024 | International Edition
Kirkland Hires Latham M&A Partner in Germany; Opens New Frankfurt OfficeFrankfurt is the firm's second office in Germany, after the opening of Munich in 2005.
By James Jackson
2 minute read
August 02, 2024 | International Edition
Ogletree Deakins Opens Munich Office, Lures Two Partners from SKW SchwarzThe international firm continues its global growth with a new German office with partners focused on IT and technology.
By James Jackson
1 minute read
August 02, 2024 | International Edition
Big Law: Germany's High Stakes Legal Recruitment GameGerman law firms are locked in a fierce battle for top talent, with salaries soaring as firms adapt to the U.S. influence and offer perks beyond just pay to attract and retain skilled lawyers.
By James Jackson
4 minute read
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