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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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October 08, 2019 | International Edition

Pinsent Masons Launches Project Management Arm

The firm is the latest to explore non-legal service provisions alongside its current offering.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

October 08, 2019 | International Edition

Ex-Proskauer Associate Banned From Profession For 'Deliberate, Calculated and Repeated' Dishonesty

The lawyer claimed his work environment contributed to his behaviour, saying he was told that he "could f**k off and cry to HR".  

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

October 07, 2019 | International Edition

Weil Gotshal Hires Linklaters London Corporate Heavyweight

The hire is the latest by the U.S. firm, which has raided Ashurst and Sidley Austin so far this year.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

October 07, 2019 | International Edition

CMS Boosts Africa Presence With Double Firm Tie-Up

The firm has entered two new countries, adding to its existing presence in Angola, Algeria and Morocco.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

October 02, 2019 | International Edition

Linklaters Former Managing Partner Candidate Retires

The Amsterdam corporate partner had been shortlisted for the top job in 2015.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

Ex-Akin Gump Partner Struck Off For Inappropriately Claiming Over £24K In Expenses

The partner claimed expenses for client meals which did not take place and amended taxi receipts for rides he did not take.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

Clyde & Co Appoints New CEO To Succeed Hasson

The firm's senior guard has been shaken up in recent months.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

October 01, 2019 | International Edition

Three Crowns Opens First New Office Since 2014 Launch

The Middle East move is the arbitration boutique's first foray since it started in 2014.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 30, 2019 | International Edition

Pinsents Appoints Female Chair To Lead Scottish, Northern Irish Arm

She takes over from Richard Masters, who is leaving the firm.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 27, 2019 | International Edition

Raft of Firms Act On Pension Insurance Giant's Multibillion-Pound Pair of Deals

Rothesay Life has embarked on an ambitious pension transfer deal and a pension de-risking deal in the space of two days.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read