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Jack Womack

Jack Womack

Jack joined Law.com International as a reporter in November 2021 after finishing his Journalism MA at City, University of London. [email protected]

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November 10, 2023 | International Edition

How Bad is the Cyber Attack on Allen & Overy?

One cyber security expert has said that LockBit is responsible for an estimated 40% of all ransomware infections worldwide.

By Jack Womack

4 minute read

November 09, 2023 | International Edition

Fancy Becoming a Non-Executive Director? It's Tougher (and Riskier) Than You Think

Landing a plum NED role can be the zenith of a partner's career—but some warn of the risks that could land you on the "front page of the Daily Mail".

By Jack Womack

6 minute read

November 09, 2023 | International Edition

Herbert Smith Freehills CEO Wins Second Term at the Helm

Justin D'Agostino was first elected to the CEO role in 2019, taking up the position in May 2020.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

November 08, 2023 | International Edition

Ex-Deloitte Lawyer to Face Tribunal Following 'Unwanted' Kiss Allegation

The incident in question took place at the Waldorf Hotel in London's Covent Garden on March 17 last year.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

November 08, 2023 | International Edition

Media Lawyers Attack Law Society Over 'One-Sided and Misleading' SLAPPs Position

The group, including solicitors from Carter Ruck, Mishcon de Reya, CMS, and Osborne Clarke, has clashed with the likes of former Clifford Chance lawyer Dan Neidle.

By Jack Womack

5 minute read

November 06, 2023 | International Edition

CMS and Travers Smith Elect New UK Senior Partners

The incoming senior partners at both firms are set to step into their new roles early next year.

By Jack Womack | Charlotte Johnstone

3 minute read

November 02, 2023 | International Edition

UK Competition Court Greenlights £853M Apple Class Action

Class representative Justin Gutman will argue that Apple deceived 23.8 million iPhone users by not informing them that software updates would diminish the performance of their phone.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

November 01, 2023 | International Edition

Mishcon Becomes Latest Firm to Target Saudi Launch

A rule change earlier this year has made it easier for international firms to establish a presence in Saudi, leading to a flurry of launches.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

October 31, 2023 | International Edition

Law Society 'Greatly Concerned' At Possibility of Plugging £64M Axiom Ince Hole

A UK High Court judge has imposed a preservation order against Axiom Ince's former owner Pragnesh Modhwadia for at least £64 million paid away from its client account.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

October 30, 2023 | International Edition

A&O Sells Majority Stake in Risk Management Offering to Private Equity

Inflexion is investing in the £20 million-revenue A&O affiliate, but that the law firm will retain a 'significant minority stake'.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read