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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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August 31, 2022 | International Edition

What Have Leading Lawyers Been Reading Over The Summer?

Nordic noir, T.S. Eliot, and Monica Ali. Here are a wide range of book recommendations from several of the UK industry's top names, including Sir Nigel Knowles, Quinn Emmanuel's Richard East and Travers Smith's Kathleen Russ.

By Jack Womack

9 minute read

August 31, 2022 | International Edition

Kennedys Keeps Pace With Insurance Rivals on NQ Pay

Despite a widely predicted recession, NQ salaries in London have continued to see considerable increases.

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2 minute read

August 30, 2022 | International Edition

Multi-Billion Pound Meta Class Action Gets Court Date

The proposed action is seeking compensation for Facebook users in the UK estimated to be approximately £2.2 billion.

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2 minute read

August 26, 2022 | International Edition

Eversheds Sutherland Elects International Chair, Following Incumbent's Early Retirement

Bruce Dear, the firm's previous chair, was elected to the role six months ago, but has been forced to retire due to ill health.

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2 minute read

August 26, 2022 | International Edition

Bank Sues 'Predatory' Simmons Over Alleged Confidentiality Failings

The claimant argues that Simmons could use 'sensitive' confidential information against it in a separate IP spat with another Simmons client.

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3 minute read

August 24, 2022 | International Edition

Former Pinsents Employee Banned From Profession for 'Offensive Language' in Messages

The employee was dismissed by Pinsent Masons for gross misconduct in 2020.

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2 minute read

August 23, 2022 | International Edition

McDermott Will & Emery Adds Paul Hastings Duo in London

The hires are the latest in a series of recent lawyer moves at Paul Hastings in London.

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2 minute read

August 18, 2022 | International Edition

Eight Ince Partners Have Left Since Late March, Research Finds

The glut of UK departures coincides with the embattled listed law firm's share price falling 85% since the spring.

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4 minute read

August 17, 2022 | International Edition

A&O Adds Partner to Head India Corporate Practice

The partner joins from a top tier Indian firm.

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2 minute read

August 15, 2022 | International Edition

IPO Plans Cost Mishcon Nearly £12M During Last Financial Year, Accounts Show

Earlier this year, Mishcon's managing partner indicated the firm would revisit plans to list, but not for the 'foreseeable future'.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read