Molly Smith

Molly Smith

Molly joined Law.com International as a reporter in July 2024 after a couple of years working in business development and following the completion of a degree in journalism at Goldsmiths, University of London. [email protected]

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September 27, 2024 | International Edition

Macfarlanes Remains Number 1 UK Firm By Profit Margin, Rankings Show

The U.K.-only firm came in slightly ahead of Freshfields, while firms including Hill Dickinson and Simmons & Simmons ranked highly.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 25, 2024 | International Edition

UK Top 50: Biggest Risers (and Fallers) Over the Last Decade

Many of the largest firms have not grown their revenue at the same rate as their mid-tier rivals, according to Law.com International analysis of the U.K.'s largest law firms in the last 10 years.

By Molly Smith

4 minute read

September 23, 2024 | International Edition

Kirkland and Freshfields Act on $1B Acquisition of Stake in BP Pipelines TAP

Both firms fielded teams featuring several partners.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 23, 2024 | International Edition

Which Law Firms Have the Most Followers on Social Media? 

In recent years, social media strategy has become a central part of law firm marketing; but some platforms are more important than others. Here's the key data.

By Molly Smith

8 minute read

September 17, 2024 | International Edition

Legal AI Pioneer Harvey Opens London Office

The company is one of the pioneers of AI in the legal space, but had previously operated remotely and overseas.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 12, 2024 | International Edition

Keystone Enjoys Strong First-Half Growth of 8.3%

The firm said it remained confident for the rest of the year despite U.K. economic challenges and the recent change in government introducing an element of uncertainty.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 11, 2024 | International Edition

Dentons Hires Two Partners to Boost Corporate Team in Dublin

The announcement follows the recent launch of Vinson & Elkins' office in Dublin.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 10, 2024 | International Edition

Cooley Hires Three Partners to Boost Venture Capital Team in London

The trio join from Taylor Wessing, Goodwin and White & Case.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 03, 2024 | International Edition

Burges Salmon Unveils 46% Jump in Profit

The numbers are likely to make Burges Salmon one of the biggest risers among the U.K. Top 50.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read

September 03, 2024 | International Edition

Cohort of Luxury Brands Join Claim Against Mastercard on Interchange Fees

The U.K. claims are being brought together under 'Interchange Fee Umbrella Proceedings'.

By Molly Smith

2 minute read