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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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February 24, 2021 | International Edition

Linklaters' Tom Shropshire On Why He's Taking On the Diageo Role

What was behind the senior partner candidate's shock move on Monday?

By Krishnan Nair | Simon Lock

5 minute read

February 24, 2021 | International Edition

Linklaters Appoints German COO As Legal Operations Head

It is the first time the role has been based outside of the U.K., according to the firm.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

February 22, 2021 | International Edition

Pinsent Masons Launches Training Platform For Its Flexi-Lawyering Service 

All professionals who have done assignments for the firm's flexi-lawyering service in the past 12 months will be granted access to the new platform.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

February 19, 2021 | International Edition

Latest UK Partner Struck Off For Misleading Clients

In one case, the partner had misappropriated funds from a client account, and misled another over payments.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

February 19, 2021 | International Edition

40% of UK Top 50 Firms Lack Top UK Cybersecurity Certification, Research Shows

Amid a rise in cybersecurity attacks, a review of the top 50 law firms shows eight have a lesser form of accreditation, while 12 do not use the recommended scheme at all.

By Simon Lock

5 minute read

February 18, 2021 | International Edition

DLA Piper Snaps Up Tech Head from Australian Firm

The partner had been at his former firm for over two decades.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

February 17, 2021 | International Edition

Linklaters' Charlie Jacobs To Join JP Morgan In Leadership Role

The Linklaters senior partner is set to join the global investment bank after 30 years at the law firm.

By Simon Lock and Rose Walker

2 minute read

February 16, 2021 | International Edition

DWF Launches Dubai Insurance Practice After Cutting Office Headcount

The partner had been with his former firm for over two decades.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

February 15, 2021 | International Edition

Deloitte Network Firm Nabs Hogan Lovells Paris Real Estate Head

The partner had been at Hogan Lovells for over 30 years including two decades in the firm's partnership.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

February 12, 2021 | International Edition

'It's a Real Issue': Law Firm Leaders Brace for Another Painful Year of Insurance Premium Rises

Law firm leaders and insurance brokers anticipate another year of double-digit rises in insurance premiums, with many in the industry concerned.

By Simon Lock

11 minute read