Simon Lock
Simon joined Law.com International in June 2019 after finishing his degree in investigative journalism at City, University of London. His areas of focus include legal tech, insurance, and intellectual property. [email protected]
April 19, 2021 | International Edition
Latham & Watkins, Clifford Chance Up Front On European Super League SplitThe decision by 12 of Europe's biggest football clubs to create a new league has shocked fans and pundits alike.
By Meganne Tillay | Simon Lock
2 minute read
January 21, 2021 | International Edition
Linklaters Washington Heavyweight Exits to Join Biden AdministrationThe disputes partner previously held a senior position in the DOJ under President Barack Obama before joining Linklaters.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
December 07, 2020 | International Edition
Allen & Overy Adds New York Private Equity PartnerIt is the firm's second New York lateral hire this year, following the arrival of Norton Rose Fulbright partner Paul Keller in March.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
November 03, 2020 | International Edition
Deloitte Legal to Add Around 86 UK Lawyers In Major AcquisitionThe legal arm of the Big Four accountant will add 29 partners as part of the deal, significantly expanding its U.K. presence.
By Simon Lock
3 minute read
October 08, 2020 | International Edition
A&O Brings Case Against Former Client Over $1M In 'Unpaid Fees'The UK firm alleges that it submitted eight invoices for legal work, all of which went unpaid.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
September 22, 2020 | Daily Business Review
Feds Lay Claim to Law Firm Escrow Funds Linked to Malaysia's 1MDB ScandalClyde & Co, which has a Miami office, faces a forfeiture claim filed in California federal court.
By Simon Lock
3 minute read
September 16, 2020 | International Edition
UK Government COVID-19 Testing In 'Blatant Breach' of GDPREmails with personal data relating to COVID-19 test results were sent to the wrong recipient.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
July 24, 2020 | International Edition
Irwin Mitchell Extends Board and Partner Pay CutsThe firm has now brought the majority of staff back onto full time hours.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
June 09, 2020 | International Edition
PwC Offers Staff AI Wristbands to Assess Stress During PandemicWristbands will collect data on pulse, sleep and exercise patterns to uncover patterns relating to how staff work.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
January 27, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Big Law Is Taking the Coronavirus Outbreak SeriouslyThe virus has infected 2,827 people and killed 81, according to China's National Health Commission. It's becoming a concern for the legal community that lives and works in China.
By Patrick Smith | Simon Lock
4 minute read
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