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Hannah Roberts

Hannah Roberts

Hannah joined Law.com International as a reporter in May 2018 after finishing her degree at Kingston University. Her areas of focus are corporate, M&A, private equity and restructuring at UK and City-based US law firms. [email protected]

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September 02, 2021 | International Edition

How a QC and His Six Pandemic Puppies Became Twitter Stars

Allan Compton QC had enough on his plate with virtual hearings during the pandemic. Then his golden retriever had six puppies...

By Hannah Roberts

3 minute read

September 01, 2021 | International Edition

Another White & Case London Partner Quits for US Rival

The latest departure is the second to emerge from White & Case's London base in two days, following a finance partner's exit to Latham & Watkins.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

September 01, 2021 | International Edition

Eversheds Taps UK Rivals for London Double Hire

The hires provide boosts to the firm's corporate and pensions teams.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 31, 2021 | International Edition

Macfarlanes Hires From US Rival to Give Brussels Base Its Second Partner

The competition lawyer is set to join the firm later in September, and will work alongside the base's only other partner, Christophe Humpe.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 26, 2021 | International Edition

Morrison & Foerster Fires Gun on London Vaccine Mandates

The U.S. firm is the first to have taken a hard line approach on the issue in the city.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 23, 2021 | International Edition

White & Case London Litigation Heavyweight Jumps to Boutique

The partner is set to join a boutique offering after 15 years at White & Case.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 23, 2021 | International Edition

Top Firms Lure Australian Associates to London in Latest Hiring Spree

Three UK managing partners say they have stepped up their efforts to hire Australasian lawyers to boost their associate ranks and cope with a glut of dealmaking.

By Hannah Roberts | Paul Hodkinson

3 minute read

August 18, 2021 | International Edition

Major International Firms Mull Joint Pro Bono Response for Afghan Refugees

Pro bono heads plan to meet to discuss a possible joint response to Afghan refugee relief efforts.

By Anne Bagamery | Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 18, 2021 | International Edition

DAC Beachcroft Hits Highest-Ever PEP, Latest Financial Results Show

The firm's profit per member figure has reached new heights despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read

August 16, 2021 | International Edition

White & Case UK Accounts: Profits Soar, Emissions Plummet and an Office Sold for £6

The firm's London office energy usage dropped sharply during the lockdown and the UK LLP sold its Johannesburg branch.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read