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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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June 26, 2020 | International Edition

Allen & Overy, Freshfields and Linklaters Take On Intu Administration

Linklaters is a long-standing adviser to the property company, while other firms have taken a range of mandates.

By Varsha Patel | Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 26, 2020 | International Edition

The NQ Pay Climbdown At A Glance

Firms have moved to cut NQ salaries, hold them steady or put off their decision until later in 2020.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 26, 2020 | International Edition

Kirkland Hong Kong Banking Star Returns to Linklaters in London

The partner had been based out of Kirkland's Hong Kong office for half a decade.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 26, 2020 | International Edition

Slaughters Unveils Latest Cohort For Delayed LegalTech Programme

The firm pushed back the start date for the programme due to coronavirus disruption, with this year's scheme set to go ahead virtually.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 25, 2020 | International Edition

Loss for Kirkland in UK Supreme Court 'David vs Goliath' Battle Over Mice Antibody Patents

The top UK court has invalidated two pharmaceutical patents, after a seven-year court battle.

By Simon Lock

4 minute read

June 25, 2020 | International Edition

RPC Appoints New Senior, Managing Partners

He takes over from Rupert Boswall, who is stepping down after a maximum two terms.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 25, 2020 | International Edition

Top Quadrant QC and Maritime Barrister Dies Aged 62

He had been with Quadrant Chambers for over three decades, and was a leading figure in maritime law.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 24, 2020 | International Edition

Latham and More Hold London NQ Rates as Hogan Lovells Cuts Pay

Pinsent Masons and CMS have also made decisions regarding their rates for newly qualified lawyers in London.

By Simon Lock | Meganne Tillay | Hannah Roberts

3 minute read

June 24, 2020 | International Edition

An Ashurst Legacy: The Abolitionist Pioneers in UK Law

Figures including Ashurst's founder and a Freshfields partner played roles in the abolition of slavery on both sides of the Atlantic.

By Simon Lock

5 minute read

June 23, 2020 | International Edition

Ashurst Wins Multi-Million Carbon Capture Mandate

The firm will advise the UK government on developing carbon capture, usage and storage business models.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read