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 23, 2024 | International Edition

Paul Weiss Fills Restructuring Gap With Akin Hire

The move comes as the firm continues to grow in London.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

July 23, 2024 | International Edition

London Lateral Hiring Has Busiest First Half in 5 Years

Hiring in the finance sector was up, while private equity saw a distinct decrease in moves.

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar

2 minute read

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