Rick Mitchell
Rick Mitchell is a Paris-based correspondent for Law.com International. He writes about lawyers and legal issues in France and elsewhere in Europe. His coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments, litigation and arbitration, and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected]
March 01, 2024 | International Edition
Willkie Grows New Munich Office With Private Equity Partner From LathamWillkie said the hire continues its expansion in Germany, where it has tripled in size in four years to about 85 attorneys.
By Rick Mitchell
3 minute read
February 26, 2024 | International Edition
Big Law Adds Tax, Litigation Attorneys in Europe as Brexit, Economy and Reforms Fuel DemandAshurst, Dentons, DLA Piper, Squire Patton Boggs and Paul Hastings have been adding investment fund tax partners, who can pivot their focus during market downturns to wherever demand is strongest.
By Rick Mitchell
4 minute read
February 21, 2024 | International Edition
Freshfields Hires Hogan Lovells' Global Energy Transition HeadEnergy transition is a growing sector for law firms, as large corporates seek new ways of reducing carbon emissions, particularly in the EU where the legal framework is developing rapidly.
By Rick Mitchell
2 minute read
February 20, 2024 | International Edition
France's Fidal and Its Network Partners Look to Expand Arbitration Work in Africa, EuropeThe French law firm has hired Africa-focused international arbitration partner Manuel Tomas at a time when international companies and their law firms are looking to tap into Africa's fast-growing markets.
By Rick Mitchell
5 minute read
February 15, 2024 | International Edition
Six Firms Guide €1.52 Billion Take-Private Bid for French Digital Music Company BelievePaul Hastings, White & Case, Simpson Thacher and three French firms are among the advisers.
By Rick Mitchell
2 minute read
February 07, 2024 | International Edition
Compliance Head at France-Based Luxury Group Kering Leaves For Hughes HubbardGaëlle Thuault previously worked in-house at energy giant Total as well as at the European Union Court of Justice, Cleary Gottlieb and Skadden Arps.
By Rick Mitchell
2 minute read
February 06, 2024 | International Edition
Billion-Euro Distressed Companies in France Boost Firms' M&A and Litigation WorkMany factors, including heavy debt loads and tight financing markets, are making troubled companies prime M&A targets, either for 'a change of control or for major carve-outs,' one lawyer said.
By Rick Mitchell
7 minute read
February 01, 2024 | International Edition
Ashurst Expands Alternative Services Division with Poland Office LaunchAshurst Advance's new office, in Krakow, is being opened in partnership with Elevate, a global ALSP based in Los Angeles.
By Rick Mitchell
2 minute read
January 25, 2024 | International Edition
Hogan Lovells Lures Prominent Partner and Disputes Team From White & Case in ParisJean-Pierre Picca, an adviser to the French presidency of Nicolas Sarkozy, along with partner Jean-Lou Salha and three others, are arriving from White & Case and will focus on investigations and compliance.
By Rick Mitchell
3 minute read
January 23, 2024 | International Edition
Ashurst Continues Run of European Corporate Hires, Adding Baker McKenzie Partner in LuxembourgThe firm hopes the latest hire will help meet rising client demand in Luxembourg, which is becoming a key jurisdiction in Europe.
By Rick Mitchell
2 minute read
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