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If You're Not In Africa You're Losing Out, Senior Lawyers Say

Dealwork is surging on the continent as businesses and investors come to terms with the lasting effects of the pandemic.
5 minute read

International Edition

Lawyers Bemoan EU Decision to Block UK From 'Enforcement of Judgments' Pact

The Lugano Convention: Lawyers across London share their disappointment over a decision which could hinder UK court judgments being recognised in other jurisdictions.
4 minute read

International Edition

'A Total Disgrace': Industry Reacts to Chinese Sanctions Fight with Chambers

One UK partner calls the sanctions 'one of the biggest attacks on our legal system in history', but many are also critical of Essex Court Chambers.
7 minute read

International Edition

'Wait Till We're Less Busy': Lawyers Unconvinced by Orrick's 'Unplug Time'

As concerns over lawyers' mental health grow, several lawyers shared their thoughts on Orrick's 'unplug time' policy unveiled in March.
5 minute read

International Edition

Australian Victim of Sexual Harassment Says Problem an Epidemic at Law Firms

Fiona Thatcher says many women with similar experiences have contacted her since she shared her story.
5 minute read

International Edition

'We're Just Tired All the Time': A Day in the Life of Working Parents During the Pandemic

Working attorney parents tell their pandemic stories as families sacrificed to re-balance their work and family lives. No two situations were identical.
14 minute read

International Edition

Hey, You Up? The Lure and Consequences of Texting With Clients

Texting is viewed as more immediate and more intimate compared to other forms of communication with clients, but there are drawbacks.
6 minute read

International Edition

What's Behind The Boutique Bonanza?

Since January, dozens of partners across the U.K. and Continental Europe have left full-service firms to launch their own boutiques.
7 minute read

International Edition

'The Culmination of 20 Years' Work': Women Take The Driving Seat at Top Firms

What has driven the recent flurry in appointments of female leaders at many of the world's largest law firms?
6 minute read

International Edition

Dealing With Harassment: Senior Female Lawyers On What They'd Like to See From Firms

The senior figures also offer advice to women who may face such incidents.
4 minute read

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