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James Booth

James Booth

James joined Legal Week in June 2015. He reports on leading UK law firms, as well as covering the African legal market. He previously worked for legal directory Chambers & Partners as a deputy editor.

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November 14, 2017 | International Edition

Freshfields partners vote in extended single lockstep ladder to boost pay for star performers

Freshfields partners vote overwhelmingly in favour of new single lockstep ladder peaking at around £3m for top earners

By James Booth

3 minute read

November 14, 2017 | International Edition

Ireland launches post-Brexit charm offensive to convince more law firms to launch in Dublin

Irish Development Agency leads talks with managing partners at international firms

By James Booth

3 minute read

November 14, 2017 | International Edition

Ireland Launches Post-Brexit Campaign to Convince Law Firms to Open Offices in Dublin

The Irish Development Agency has been approaching managing partners at leading U.K. and global law firms in London about Dublin's appeal, particularly in light of the U.K.'s upcoming withdrawal from the European Union.

By James Booth

3 minute read

November 09, 2017 | The American Lawyer

Who Leads DLA Piper? Questions Loom as Firm Looks to Rebuild Top Brass

Senior partner Juan Picon's shock departure prompts debate over firm's European priorities.

By James Booth |

7 minute read

November 09, 2017 | International Edition

Who leads DLA? Picon exit raises management questions as firm looks to rebuild top team

Senior partner's shock departure prompts debate over firm's European priorities

By James Booth

7 minute read

November 09, 2017 | International Edition

Who Leads DLA Piper? Picon's Exit Raises Management Questions

Senior partner Juan Picon's unexpected departure has prompted debate over the firm's European priorities.

By James Booth

7 minute read

November 08, 2017 | International Edition

Freshfields sets up new group to tackle deal roadblocks as protectionism rises

Magic circle firm appoints competition partners to lead 40-strong group of lawyers around the world

By James Booth

4 minute read

November 06, 2017 | International Edition

White & Case, Freshfields and Latham lead on landmark €10bn cross-border high-yield bond deal

Ex-A&O partner Kensell leads for Latham on Wind Tre refinancing following 2016 move to US firm

By James Booth

2 minute read

November 02, 2017 | International Edition

'A big defection' - ex-DLA partners on what senior partner Picon's exit means for the firm

Former partners discuss the shock exit of DLA global co-chair to Latham

By James Booth

5 minute read

November 02, 2017 | International Edition

What Does Senior Partner and Global Co-chair Picon's Defection Mean for DLA Piper?

Former DLA Piper partners say Picon's departure is a big loss for the firm.

By James Booth

5 minute read