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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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July 17, 2020 | International Edition

CMS Enforces Rota System for UK Office Returns 

Two groups will take it in turns to come into the office following a survey by the firm.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 16, 2020 | International Edition

Linklaters Profits and PEP Fall as Revenue Dips Behind A&O

The firm still posted its highest turnover to date, but overall growth slowed to less than a percent

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

July 16, 2020 | International Edition

DWF Loses UK Employment Head To Rival 

The Glasgow-based partner had been at DWF for over two decades.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 16, 2020 | International Edition

Two Firms Tune In As Simon Cowell Buys Out Stake In TV Venture

Cowell is buying out Sony's 75% stake in their joint venture, which includes famous brands like Got Talent and X Factor

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 15, 2020 | International Edition

Taylor Wessing Readies For August Office Re-Opening

The firm is currently undertaking a pilot phase where some staff can come in to the London office.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 14, 2020 | International Edition

Ashurst Ends Reduced Hours Scheme, Reopens London Base With Temperature Checks

The firm has introduced several precautionary measures into its London base, including temperature checks.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

July 14, 2020 | International Edition

Vodafone Launches Legal Services Offering

The firm has partnered with a legal tech start-up to give customers access to legal services.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 14, 2020 | International Edition

CMS Posts Modest Uptick In Global, UK Revenues

The firm's global topline grew by 4.5% during the most recent financial year, but growth across its U.K. business was smaller.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 13, 2020 | International Edition

Freshfields Scores For Manchester City As Ban Overturned

The Premier League club was facing a two-year Champions League ban and €30 million fine for alleged breaches.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 10, 2020 | International Edition

DWF Adds Two London Partners Amid Wider Cuts To Business

The new appointments include Ince's former global insurance head.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read