Habiba Cullen-Jafar

Habiba joined Law.com International as a reporter in May 2022 after a couple of years working in fintech and following the completion of her NCTJ qualification in news reporting. [email protected]

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December 29, 2022 | International Edition

Kirkland, DLA Piper Among Law Firms Advising on Olympique Lyonnais Takeover

Large global teams were deployed on the €800 million deal, which is the latest in a string of lucrative football transactions for law firms.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

December 28, 2022 | International Edition

Eversheds' Highest Earner Pockets £2.7M After 35% Pay Boost, LLPs Show

The firm sold off a secretarial services unit for £20 million, the accounts for the firm's international arm also reveal.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

December 16, 2022 | International Edition

Clyde & Co Former Senior Partner to Join Rival

Simon Konsta helped secure the firm's merger with Barlow Lyde & Gilbert.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

December 15, 2022 | International Edition

Sidley Promotes Largest Round of Promotions

The rise comes despite the fact a number of firms have decreased the round of promotions this year.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

December 14, 2022 | International Edition

Big Christmas Parties Out of Fashion at Most Law Firms This Year

A number of factors have meant large-scale London events have been toned down this December.

By Hannah Walker | Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

December 13, 2022 | International Edition

GCs Must Navigate ESG and Stakeholder Activism 'Minefields', According to Lex Mundi Report

The report follows Lex Mundi's annual two-day summit of major companies' senior counsel.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

4 minute read

December 11, 2022 | International Edition

Osborne Clarke UK Leader To Take Up US Role After Term Ends

Ray Berg's relocation to the West Coast next year will come as the firm's U.S. strategy "moves up a gear."

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

December 09, 2022 | International Edition

Why Clifford Chance Unseated Jeroen Ouwehand

Operating outside of the firm's London office, outside of its biggest practice area and outside its established traditions led to many partners seeking a new senior partner.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

4 minute read