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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 06, 2021 | International Edition

EY Adds Further Heft With US Partner Hire in London

The London partner joins after nearly seven years at the U.S. outfit.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 05, 2021 | International Edition

CMS Posts Another Year of Modest Growth As Results Roll In

CMS joined Pinsent Masons and Charles Russel Speechlys in announcing financial results.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

July 05, 2021 | International Edition

Pinsents Unveils PEP Spike in First UK Top 50 Post-COVID Results

The firm has broken through the £500m revenue barrier in what looks set to be better-than-anticipated results announcements for the industry as a whole.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

July 02, 2021 | International Edition

The Associate Pay Wars: A Question of Market Forces vs Morality

Former Clifford Chance managing partner Tony Williams argues that hikes in junior lawyer salaries is exacerbating mental health issues within law firms.

By Tony Williams, Jomati

5 minute read

July 01, 2021 | International Edition

CMS Hikes NQ Pay By 12% As More UK Firms Set Rates

Several U.K. firms have now joined U.S. rivals in increasing pay for junior lawyers.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 01, 2021 | International Edition

Kirkland Targets Big Four for Latest London Hire

The director specialises in real estate tax arrangements and joins Kirkland as a partner.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 01, 2021 | International Edition

9-Lawyer Australian Team To Return To Clydes From Local Rival

The core of the team previously left Clyde & Co in 2019.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

July 01, 2021 | International Edition

In-House Teams Want to Transform Contracting Processes, EY Survey Finds

The Big Four survey has found almost all UK businesses are looking to cut costs in the area.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 30, 2021 | International Edition

Over 20 International Law Firms Launch Sustainability Commitment

The new alliance includes Slaughter and May and seeks to cut carbon emissions.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 28, 2021 | International Edition

British Land Commences First Panel Review

The FTSE 100 company will soon contact firms for the interview process, according to a partner close to the matter.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read