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Habiba Cullen-Jafar

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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July 22, 2024 | International Edition

UK 100 Firm and Consulting Group Alvarez & Marsal to Create New Law Firm

"Big law firms are pricing themselves out of quality work, yet mid-market firms are failing to capitalize on this dynamic due to structural headwinds," said the firm's managing partner.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

July 19, 2024 | International Edition

Cooley London Head Leads Team Exit To Akin

The three-partner team is headed up by Justin Stock, the London managing partner of the Palo Alto-headquarted firm.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

July 18, 2024 | International Edition

Latham Double Ollies With Roles on Two International Deals

One of the deals included the $1.5 billion sale of iconic skateboarding brand Supreme, while the other was Pernod Ricard's disposal of its wine portfolio to an Australian consortium of investors and wine makers,

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

July 17, 2024 | International Edition

The Age-Old Question: The Law Firms with the Oldest and Youngest Lawyers

Age within law firms is a complex and often overlooked matter—Law.com data reveals significant variability in how different firms approach the issue in the U.K.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

6 minute read

July 16, 2024 | International Edition

Kirkland Hires from Clifford Chance as Partner Exits to A&O Shearman

The movement sees the firm gain a tech partner but part ways with a debt finance expert.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

July 16, 2024 | International Edition

Ashurst Revenue Up 9% as US Expansion 'a Priority'

The firm is routinely touted as a merger candidate.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

July 15, 2024 | International Edition

White & Case Builds London Funds Practice with Ropes & Gray Partner

Law firms, particularly U.S.-founded outfits, have been scrambling to build out their funds offerings.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

July 12, 2024 | International Edition

Can England Triumph at Euro 2024? Top Partners Predict

It's England v Spain. Who will clinch an historic victory?

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

9 minute read

July 11, 2024 | International Edition

Clifford Chance Adapts Associate Bonus System in US-Style Shift

The move is being viewed as a means to better compensate more hours billed in times of high demand, but without "actively encouraging a drive to a high billable culture".

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read

July 11, 2024 | International Edition

Ashurst PE Duo Walk to O'Melveny in London

Among the hires is Ashurst's global co-head of private equity.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

3 minute read


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