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]
June 03, 2020 | International Edition
KPMG Legal Launches in Luxembourg With Team HireThe firm has brought in the head of Charles Russell Speechly's Luxembourg office.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
June 03, 2020 | International Edition
CMS Poaches Senior Deloitte Tax PartnerThe new partner will lead the firm's real estate investment trusts and structured transactions team.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
June 02, 2020 | International Edition
'The Market Deserves an Explanation': What's Going On At The UK's Largest Listed Firm?Last week's shock departure of DWF's leader of 14 years "suggests something has gone dramatically wrong," says one rival.
By Krishnan Nair | Simon Lock
8 minute read
June 01, 2020 | International Edition
Mishcon Slashes Partner Promotions RoundThe appointments are the first under the new leadership of James Libson
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
June 01, 2020 | International Edition
A&O Unveils 'Virtual' Fuse Incubator Cohort, Adds Fintech Companies For First TimeThe cohort includes four fintech companies, chosen in collaboration with A&O's finance clients.
By Simon Lock
3 minute read
May 29, 2020 | International Edition
Slater & Gordon Working From Home: How Will it Work?Former lawyers raise concerns about the UK plan, but the firm insists: "We won't expect our people to hop on a busy Central Line for work."
By Meganne Tillay | Simon Lock
4 minute read
May 27, 2020 | International Edition
UK Regulator Hits Back in Junior Lawyer Dispute RowSome believe the dispute about the treatment of a lawyer who lost a briefcase has led to a loss of confidence in the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
By Simon Lock
4 minute read
May 27, 2020 | International Edition
World Athletics Appoints UK Firm as First Legal PartnerThe firm won the four-year mandate after a competitive tender process.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 27, 2020 | International Edition
McLaren Appoints Ashurst For Major Coronavirus RestructureThe iconic sportscar maker is set to shed 1,200 jobs across a number of business sectors citing coronavirus and the incoming Formula 1 cost cap.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
May 26, 2020 | International Edition
Listed Firm Slashes Pay By 20% Despite Revenue Growth PredictionThe firm has also redeployed staff from less active areas of the business to help with increased workloads elsewhere.
By Simon Lock
2 minute read
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