North America
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A&O Shearman Succumbs to NQ Race by Raising Pay to £150K
By Jack Womack | May 31, 2024
The firm matches rivals Clifford Chance, Freshfields and Linklaters.
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International Edition | Analysis
Making Partner Isn't What it Used to Be. So What are Young Lawyers in Asia Made Of?
By Jessica Seah | May 31, 2024
The stuff of hard revenue and profits, such as deal-making and bringing in new business, is still important. But now aspiring partners have to show they can offer a lot more.
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Borden Ladner Gervais Appoints First Canadian Law Firm Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer
By Gail J. Cohen | May 30, 2024
Lisa Chamandy, who was previously the firm's chief knowledge and innovation officer, will lead the firm's AI strategy.
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Trump Found Guilty by Manhattan Jury on 34 Felony Counts in Fraud Case
By Emily Saul | May 30, 2024
Trump, 77, was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors persuaded the jury that he conspired with others to "catch and kill" negative stories about himself during the 2016 presidential election cycle, thereby unlawfully influencing the election.
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International Edition | Analysis
Rule of Law in Focus Ahead of Mexico Elections
By Amy Guthrie | May 30, 2024
The stakes are high as Mexicans head to the polls Sunday to elect their next president and to replenish both houses of Congress. Lawyers are worried that the result could discourage investment and threaten the judiciary.
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US Duo Lead on Merck's $3B Acquisition of UK Eye Drug Company
By Kasvi Sehgal | May 30, 2024
It is the latest example of a US business acquiring a UK company, a growing trend in UK M&A.
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DLA Piper Recruits 3-Person Compliance Team in Chile
By Amy Guthrie | May 29, 2024
The hirings come in the wake of a 2023 law that widens sanctions for white-collar crimes committed in the South American country.
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Kirkland Grows in Saudi Arabia Along With Client Demand and Maturing Market
By Peter Shaw-Smith | May 29, 2024
Some 13 lawyers are listed in the firm's Riyadh office, but the kingdom's growing importance means a larger cohort is necessary.
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7 More Canadian Schools and Boards Sue Social Media Giants, Seek $2.6B in Damages
By Gail J. Cohen | May 29, 2024
The latest lawsuits are in addition to four launched in March asking for CA$4.55 billion to compensate for damages resulting from students' addiction to platforms like TikTok and Snapchat.
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Cleary Brings Uruguay to Market as Wave of Latin America Sovereign Issuance Continues
By Amy Guthrie | May 29, 2024
The $1.8 billion local currency offering follows a series of debt issuances from sovereigns in the region, ranging from frequent issuers like Mexico to sales by smaller economies such as El Salvador.
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