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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 ThinkLanding 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 HelmJustin 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 AllegationThe 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 PositionThe 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 PartnersThe 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 ActionClass 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 LaunchA 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 HoleA 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 EquityInflexion 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
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