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Simon Lock

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]

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January 29, 2020 | International Edition

Latham Joins London Corporate Tech Push In Latest Talent Raid

The firm has picked up a partner from Taylor Wessing and Bird & Bird apiece.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 29, 2020 | International Edition

PwC Legal European Lawyers Can Now Build Their Own Tech Apps

The platform uses 'no code' technology which will allow its lawyers to design their own applications without any programming skill.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 28, 2020 | International Edition

Mayer Brown Guides Ashurst to Victory in $70M Securities Dispute

An Austrian bank had sought to lift legal privilege on correspondence between Ashurst and its client concerning the transfer of funds.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 27, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Big Law Is Taking the Coronavirus Outbreak Seriously

The 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

January 27, 2020 | International Edition

Law Firms Respond to the Coronavirus Outbreak

As the deadly virus spreads, international firms in China are taking steps such as reimbursing taxis for staff to avoid them taking public transport, stepping up cleaning efforts and distributing masks.

By Simon Lock

5 minute read

January 27, 2020 | International Edition

UK Government Gears Up For Multi-Million Rail Panel Refresh

Linklaters and DLA Piper are among the firms currently on the panel.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 24, 2020 | International Edition

Warne Gets Second Senior Partner Term at CMS

Warne first took on the role in 2014 and helped oversee the firm's three-way merger with Olswang and Nabarro in 2017.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 24, 2020 | International Edition

Taylor Wessing Ends Singapore Alliance

The two firms have chosen "a collaborative relationship in place of our formal links".

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 22, 2020 | International Edition

Ince Goes on the Offensive With 10-Lawyer Team Hire

An 80-year-old marine law firm in London has ceased as part of the move.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

January 21, 2020 | International Edition

DAC Beachcroft Gains 20-Lawyer Madrid Team

The firm has continued its recent Spanish growth with a combination with a local firm.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read