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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 10, 2020 | International Edition

Paul Hastings Data Analytics Team Acquired by UnitedLex

As part of the deal, which has been described as a "first-of-its-kind", UnitedLex will invest in the tech offering of the acquired team.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 10, 2020 | International Edition

Ince Brings Singapore Alliance Firm Into Fold After Several Exits

The two firms had been in an alliance for almost a decade, but had recently seen a number of senior departures.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 10, 2020 | International Edition

CC Cybersecurity Head Leaves For Fashion Label 

Spencer Scott also previously worked at Freshfields as a cybersecurity specialist.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 09, 2020 | International Edition

PwC Offers Staff AI Wristbands to Assess Stress During Pandemic

Wristbands will collect data on pulse, sleep and exercise patterns to uncover patterns relating to how staff work.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 09, 2020 | International Edition

PwC Offers Staff AI Wristbands to Assess Stress During Pandemic

Wristbands will collect data on pulse, sleep and exercise patterns to uncover patterns relating to how staff work.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 05, 2020 | International Edition

Fresh Legal Challenge Launched Over UK Government Quarantine Plan

It's the second challenge launched by the businessman against the government's regulations.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 05, 2020 | International Edition

DLA Piper Offers Future Trainees Up to £10K To Defer Start Dates

The firm will give future U.K. trainees grants for voluntarily delaying contracts by six months or a whole year.

By Simon Lock

4 minute read

June 04, 2020 | International Edition

Privacy Concerns Over UK Government's COVID-Tracing App

Lawyers have questioned the use of the NHS' new 'track & trace' app to store personal data for up to 20 years.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 03, 2020 | International Edition

US Firm Implements Layoffs of Associates in London, Citing COVID-19

Dorsey & Whitney has laid off four associates -- part of firmwide measures that have taken place due to the pandemic.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 03, 2020 | International Edition

Linklaters Plots London Office Return, Eyes COVID-19 Impact on Next Base

Partners at Linklaters say the return will be gradual, with the firm's operations team taking the lead on planning.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read