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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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August 19, 2019 | International Edition

Revealed: The Big Four Giant Behind Most Top Law Firms' Accounts

One accounting giant audits over 40% of the top 50 law firm LLP accounts, more than twice as many as its closest competitor.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 15, 2019 | International Edition

Skyscanner Appoints ex-Deliveroo Chief Legal Officer as GC

The new general counsel has held a number of senior legal positions at companies including eBay, Skype, King, and Improbable.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 15, 2019 | International Edition

Addleshaws and Burges Salmon Advise As Fight for West Coast Main Line Concludes

FirstGroup and Trenitalia will take over the franchise from Virgin Trains later this year as part of a two-stage management contract.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 13, 2019 | International Edition

M&A Heavyweight Nigel Boardman Among Star Judges For British Legal Awards

Slaughter and May's M&A veteran joins big names from KPMG, Facebook, ITV to judge this year's British Legal Awards.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 12, 2019 | International Edition

Irwin Mitchell Profits Rocket 76%

Profits at the firm jumped by over 75% as revenues exceed £250 million for the first time.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 09, 2019 | International Edition

Ince to Replenish Monaco Base After Team Exits For HFW

The Gordon Dadds Group expects to bring in a new team in the principality following a "review process".

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 08, 2019 | International Edition

Linklaters Appoints 'Task Force' To Consider London Office Move

The Magic Circle firm is considering its options ahead of its 2026 lease end.

By Simon Lock and Rose Walker

2 minute read

August 06, 2019 | International Edition

Gordon Dadds Group Plans Rebrand

The firm is aiming to rebrand as 'The Ince Group'.  

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 06, 2019 | Legal Week

Former Co-op Group GC and A&O Partner Dies

Alistair Asher was a central figure in the rescue of Co-op Bank in 2013.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

August 06, 2019 | International Edition

Former Co-op Group GC and A&O Partner Dies

Alistair Asher was a central figure in the rescue of Co-op Bank in 2013.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read