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Linklaters' US Struggle: A Unique Problem or a Wider Challenge Facing Top UK Firms?

Rivals, consultants and ex-Linklaters partners share views on the firm's recent US expansion and whether it could finally see the firm compete, or highlights a wider challenge facing UK-founded firms in the US.
5 minute read

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The Time to Do a Transatlantic Merger is Now

As international GDP growth slows, law firms hoping to keep up with Kirkland, Latham, Skadden, and Simpson Thacher need to consider mergers involving the US, writes the Global Lawyer.
8 minute read

International Edition

Latin America-Focused Lawyer Rejoins Greenberg Traurig in Washington

The return of Irwin Altschuler reinforces the practice's capabilities in Mexico, in particular, after a January hire in Mexico City.
2 minute read

International Edition

Dealmakers Plan to Keep Investing in Private Equity Practices Amid Higher Expectations for 2024

Private equity attorneys from leading law firms say creative dealmaking could meet pent-up demand to produce an uptick in deals.
7 minute read

International Edition

Young Talent: Is the Allure of Big Law Enough to Silence ESG Concerns?

Top recruiters explain how environmental and social impact is of increasing importance to talented juniors—and discuss whether the attraction of high pay and kudos is enough to overcome ESG failures.
7 minute read

International Edition

As the Thai Competitive Landscape Shifts, Firms Are Testing Out New Waters

More and more Thai companies have been acquiring overseas assets, prompting domestic and regional law firms in Thailand to expand their global capabilities.
6 minute read

International Edition

France's Lawyers Still Benefiting From Brexit as Paris Strengthens Its Role as Global Financial Hub

The Macron government has promised to introduce further reforms to attract more banks, private equity and hedge funds, prompting Paris lawyers to anticipate increased demand for their services.
5 minute read

International Edition

Firms Using the 'Black Box' Hope Ignorance Equals Bliss When It Comes to Partner Comp

"It is so much easier to keep people happy when they can't see someone is making more than them even though they have more in originations," said Jeffrey Lowe, recounting the message he hears from firms with opaque compensation models.
5 minute read

International Edition

New Global Chair Says Norton Rose Fulbright Staying the Course With Current Firm Leadership

Walied Soliman, the highly respected and sometimes outspoken chair of Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, took over the one-year assignment as the firm's global chair this week. In an interview, Soliman, who is also head of the firm's special situations team, talks about the firm's goals and expectations for the coming year.
4 minute read

International Edition

Greenberg Traurig, DLA Piper Hire Top Local Talent in Mexico; Haynes and Boone Names New Mexico City Administrative Partner

U.S. law firms are scooping up seasoned practitioners in Mexico as nearshoring enthusiasm continues to channel work into the country.
3 minute read

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