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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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September 12, 2019 | International Edition

HSF Leads Nominations as Commercial Litigation & Arbitration Awards Shortlist Revealed

The inaugural awards will take place at the Waldorf Hilton in London on November 5.

By Legal Week

2 minute read

September 12, 2019 | International Edition

UK Litigation Funder Raises $115M From US Investment Manager

This is the second major investment for the funder in two years, following a £150 million capital raising in 2018.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 12, 2019 | International Edition

Kennedys Launches 11th UK Office In Latest Expansion Push

The office is the firm's second in the South West and 38th globally.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 11, 2019 | International Edition

DAC Beachcroft Mulls Flexi-Lawyer Service Launch

The platform would see the firm become the latest to use lawyers on short-term contracts to assist with work.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 10, 2019 | International Edition

Ince Launches In Scotland With Accountancy Hire

The new U.K. office will be used by the firm's legal and tax advisory companies.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 10, 2019 | International Edition

Stress and Depression Rife as Almost One in Two Lawyers Experience Work-Related Mental Illness

The surprisingly high numbers come as three quarters say they feel under pressure to work extended hours, Legal Week's inaugural job satisfaction survey reveals.

By Simon Lock

7 minute read

September 10, 2019 | International Edition

Deloitte Legal Launches Graduate Training Contract

The firm will offer 3-year contracts aimed at preparing students for SQE exams.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 09, 2019 | International Edition

Six-Partner Clyde & Co Team Resigns to Launch Shipping Boutique

The team includes some of the practice's best-known names.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

September 06, 2019 | International Edition

'A Star Of His Generation': Tributes Flood In For Linklaters' Wagstaff 

Industry heavyweights have praised Iain Wagstaff's personality and work ethic.

By Simon Lock and Meganne Tillay

3 minute read

September 06, 2019 | International Edition

Leading Linklaters Partner Killed In Cycling Accident

The Magic Circle firm's senior partner has led tributes to the partner following the accident that happened last weekend.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read