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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November 21, 2022 | International Edition

Under the Magnifying Glass: Clifford Chance's Senior Partner Elections

Why is incumbent Jeroen Ouwehand being challenged and what are the chances of his rivals succeeding?

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

6 minute read

November 21, 2022 | International Edition

Goodwin Launches UK Employment Practice With Travers Hire

The hire is an example of US-headquartered law firms bulking out their UK capabilities in order to provide a full-service offering.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 17, 2022 | International Edition

Elite US Trio Bag Roles On $2.8B Estee Lauder Deal

Estee Lauder is adding another beauty name to its belt with the acquisition of the Tom Ford brand.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 16, 2022 | International Edition

Travers Smith Re-Elects Senior Partner For Second Term

Kathleen Russ' second term in the role will commence in July 2023.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 16, 2022 | International Edition

Middle East Heavyweight Offers Chance for Free Legal Advice Via New NFT

Al Tamimi has launched its own NFT.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 09, 2022 | International Edition

Squire to Relocate London Base to WeWork Ahead of 2023 Office Move

The move comes just two years after the firm moved to its current London base.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

4 minute read

November 07, 2022 | International Edition

Contenders Challenge Incumbent in Clifford Chance Senior Partner Elections

Jeroen Ouwehand is being challenged by two longstanding partners for the four-year term that commences in January.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 03, 2022 | International Edition

New Record For London in Proskauer Global Partner Promotions

While New York saw the bulk of promotions, the firm is capitalizing on its sharp revenue growth in London this year.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

November 02, 2022 | International Edition

Made.com Enlists HSF and Davis Polk To Assist With Administration

Made.com is set to go into administration after months of struggling.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

November 02, 2022 | International Edition

'No Longer Drowning': How One Lawyer Became Partner while Raising Children with Additional Needs

A partner reflects on how she has managed to excel in her professional life while looking after three children, two of whom have additional needs.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

6 minute read

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