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]
November 20, 2020 | International Edition
'I Really Felt That The Odds Were Stacked Against Me': A CC Legal Secretary on His Trans JourneyOn this year's Trans Day of Remembrance, Tate Smith speaks about his experiences of facing prejudice at work and how firms can help to protect trans employees.
By Hannah Roberts
4 minute read
November 19, 2020 | International Edition
Schulte Partner Joins London Funds Client as General CounselThe partner had been at Schulte for more than 13 years.
By Hannah Roberts
2 minute read
November 12, 2020 | International Edition
UK Legal Industry Records Strongest September in HistoryThe legal sector bounced back from a pandemic-linked lull in activity at the start of the year, according to new data.
By Hannah Roberts
2 minute read
November 12, 2020 | International Edition
Will COVID-19 Bring About The End of the PA Role?Senior U.K. lawyers are split on the viability of the role going forward as the industry shifts towards remote.
By Hannah Roberts
5 minute read
November 11, 2020 | International Edition
Jones Day Distances Itself From US Election Fraud RowThe firm has put out a statement affirming that it is not representing President Trump or his party in litigation challenging the results of the 2020 general election.
By Hannah Roberts
3 minute read
November 10, 2020 | International Edition
Duo Fined But Avoid SDT Referral Over Womble Bond Accounting BreachA former and current partner at the firm have been fined for breaching accounting rules.
By Hannah Roberts
2 minute read
November 09, 2020 | International Edition
UK Partners Herald Biden Presidency But Cautious Over Business OutlookTop partners in London say they are mostly pleased about Biden's victory, but express concerns over business, US-UK relations and even Brexit.
By Hannah Roberts
5 minute read
November 05, 2020 | International Edition
UK Pro Bono Rankings 2020: Top Firms Ramp Up Their HoursHogan Lovells and Freshfields have topped the chart showing which firms are best for pro bono in the UK.
By Hannah Roberts
12 minute read
November 04, 2020 | International Edition
UK Lawyers Make Last Gasp Office Returns Ahead of Lockdown DeadlinePartners are making a dash for the office to pick up documents and other essentials on the eve of the second coronavirus lockdown in England.
By Hannah Roberts
3 minute read
November 03, 2020 | International Edition
Covington Hires Former British Ambassador as UK Public Policy HeadIt is only the firm's third senior London hire in 2020.
By Hannah Roberts
2 minute read