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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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November 20, 2020 | International Edition

'I Really Felt That The Odds Were Stacked Against Me': A CC Legal Secretary on His Trans Journey

On 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 Counsel

The 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 History

The 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 Row

The 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 Breach

A 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 Outlook

Top 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 Hours

Hogan 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 Deadline

Partners 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 Head

It is only the firm's third senior London hire in 2020.

By Hannah Roberts

2 minute read