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]
May 12, 2021 | International Edition
'An Inclusive Nature and a Business Mind': Industry Reacts to Linklaters' Senior Partner PickIn Aedamar Comiskey, Linklaters has elected its first female leader in its 183-year history. But the senior partner-elect faces growing challenges in an ever-competitive market, according to commentators.
By Simon Lock
9 minute read
May 11, 2021 | International Edition
Linklaters Elects Aedamar Comiskey As First Ever Female Senior PartnerAn early favourite, Comiskey saw off competition from Sarah Wiggins and Claudia Parzani to secure a five-year term.
By Simon Lock
4 minute read
May 10, 2021 | International Edition
Scammers Turn to WhatsApp in Latest Fraud Imitating LinklatersThe fraud attempt involved sending messages to would-be victims about business transactions requiring legal assistance.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 06, 2021 | International Edition
Pinsent Masons Launches Equality Law Practice To Tackle Clients' "Broader Challenge"The new practice will comprise 21 members and is led by employment lawyers in Manchester and Glasgow.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Fieldfisher Adds Funds Head From Simmons & SimmonsThe role is a new one at Fieldfisher, and "fixes" slow growth of the practice, according to the firm.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Linklaters to Offer Five Free SQE Prep Courses to Refugee LawyersThe initiative is part of a partnership with a legal education provider and a refugee charity.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Several UK Firms Buck Partner Promotions Trend With Reduced RoundsKennedys, Brodies and Shoosmiths all announced smaller 2021 rounds, while Taylor Wessing slightly increased its annual cohort.
By Simon Lock
4 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
Linklaters Advising UK Government on Terrorism Insurance CommitmentsThe firm is set to receive up to £395,000 for advising the U.K. Treasury on a review of its coverage for reinsurance relating to terror acts.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 05, 2021 | International Edition
From Back Office to Front of House - The Changing Face of ALSPsHerbert Smith Freehills' Stephanie Barrett argues that alternative legal services are more essential than ever, and the pandemic has shown that.
By Stephanie Barrett, Herbert Smith Freehills
5 minute read
May 04, 2021 | International Edition
Shoosmiths To Hand Out 7.7% COVID Bonus, Ahead of Competitor RatesThe one-of payment, the equivalent to 7.7% of annual salaries, is proportionally higher than many of its competitors.
By Simon Lock
3 minute read
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