Alex Newman

September 12, 2012 | Law.com

SNR Denton has formed an alliance with Cape Town energy law boutique KapdiTwala, marking SNR Denton's second South African tie-up. The extent of the collaboration between "an international law firm and a local black-owned and managed practice" is unique for South Africa's legal profession, according to KapdiTwala.

By Alex Newman

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September 25, 2012 | Law.com

K&L Gates has completed the hire of a three-partner London finance team from Sidley Austin. The team was hired for its particular expertise: Theresa Kradjian's trans-Atlantic experience in capital markets and securities; Matthew Duncan's knowledge of residential mortgage-backed securities; and Paul Matthews' work in derivatives.

By Alex Newman

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September 07, 2012 | Law.com

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton has secured its first presence in the Middle East with the launch of an office in Abu Dhabi, to be headed by Gamal Abouali, a partner in the firm's Paris base. Cleary's Middle East practice comprises about 20 partners and counsel spread across London, Paris, New York and Milan.

By Alex Newman

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September 06, 2012 | Law.com

Kirkland & Ellis has made a high-profile addition in London with the hire of Satnam Tumani, former head of the Serious Fraud Office's bribery and corruption unit. The move follows a series of senior departures from the SFO to U.S. law firms, which are adding lawyers in Europe in response to a tougher stance on corporate wrongdoing.

By Alex Newman

3 minute read

October 02, 2012 | Law.com

News Corp. has appointed five group chief compliance officers in a shake-up following the phone-hacking scandal. Recently installed group general counsel and chief compliance officer Gerson Zweifach will head the group, who previously worked at WilmerHale, Davis Polk, the U.S. Attorney's Office, and the Securities and Exchange Commission.

By Alex Newman

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