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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 25, 2021 | International Edition

US Duo Deploy International Teams on Visa's €1.8B European Fintech Acquisition

Payments giant Visa is acquiring a Swedish-based open banking platform with offices in 13 European countries.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 24, 2021 | International Edition

Mid-Tier Firms Tap Into Biggest Ever AIM Float

The company listed with a market capitalisation of £850 million, the largest ever on London's junior market.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 23, 2021 | International Edition

John Lewis General Counsel, Company Secretary Exit Amid Latest Role Rejigs

The departure comes just a year after the firm reinstated the position of general counsel following a two-year hiatus.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 22, 2021 | International Edition

'Totally Different Energies': Meet the Linklaters Managing Partner Candidates

Insiders offer their views on the two partners currently in the running to replace Gideon Moore in the leadership role.

By Simon Lock

6 minute read

June 18, 2021 | International Edition

Freshfields and Taylor Wessing Advising As JP Morgan Buys Nutmeg

The deal is the latest sign of U.S. banking giants making a push into the U.K. financial services sector.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 17, 2021 | International Edition

Linklaters and Latham Take Roles on Wise's Multi-Billion Direct Listing

The float is the first time a tech firm has opted for a direct listing rather than an IPO on the London Stock Exchange, according to Wise.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 17, 2021 | International Edition

Fieldfisher Set To Earn Nearly £2M For Manchester Arena Inquiry Role

The inquiry was established in 2019 following a terrorist attack at the Arena which killed 23 people.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 17, 2021 | International Edition

White & Case Hits Paul Hastings For Latest London Partner Replenishment

White & Case has continued to replenish its London ranks after several departures.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 15, 2021 | International Edition

Jones Day Loses Competition Partner in Latest London Departure

The move is the firm's fourth UK lateral departure so far this year.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 15, 2021 | International Edition

CMS Adds Latest Base With Regional Tie Up

The partner firm has three offices and more than 150 lawyers.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read