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Once a Lawyer for Lawyers, This In-House Counsel Now Spends A Lot of Time Talking to Auto Mechanics

"My voice gets heard," says Merinda Timpany, whose job requires her to establish rapport with corporate management, regulators, and mechanics.
4 minute read

International Edition

Why Major African Arbitrations Are Still Rendered Abroad

African arbitration is gaining traction but many disputes are still sent abroad for resolution due to factors such as too much local choice and frustration with the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration in Ivory Coast.
6 minute read

International Edition

From Navigating Coups to Spotting Trends in Mining, Linklaters' Africa Head Discusses Opportunities on the Continent

'We continue to be involved even in countries where politically speaking there are issues,' explains Linklaters' recently-appointed head of Africa, Justin Faye.
4 minute read

International Edition

We're Both 'Niche' and In With The 'Big Boys': Al Tamimi Managing Partner Lays Out Firm's Regional Expansion Plans

The firm, which topped Law.com International's Middle East rankings earlier this year, is eyeing new offices in the region—as well as sub-Saharan Africa.
9 minute read

International Edition

The Awakening Beast: How Lawyers are Confronting the Changing Regulatory World

A major shift away from the global free-trade methodology of the past 30 years has facilitated changes in who does business where and with whom.
12 minute read

International Edition

How Was Summer? Rubbish!

Several lawyers with childcare challenges have bemoaned a perceived regression in how the industry approaches work-life integration.
6 minute read

International Edition

Let's Do Lunch: How French Lawyers Like to Entertain Their Clients

France is the land of midday hospitality but these client meetings are not as lengthy and luxurious as you might expect.
5 minute read

International Edition

'It's Not Just Knowing the Law': How Australia's Arnold Bloch Leibler Has Grown Alongside Its Wealthy Clients

The Melbourne-based law firm focuses on high-net-worth individuals. Its relatively small size belies its influence, as its clients represent a veritable who's who of government, politics and corporate Australia.
6 minute read

International Edition

No More Private Jets: How Law Firm Client Entertainment Has Changed

Following the financial crisis, anti-bribery legislation and COVID, London law firm client entertainment is less lavish but still happening.
6 minute read

International Edition

100 Years of Women Lawyers in Africa: 4 Law Firm Leaders Share Their Stories

In celebration of 2023 being the 100th anniversary of women becoming accepted in the African legal profession, Law.com International interviewed four women law firm leaders.
6 minute read

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