There was disappointment for some at Sandown on Saturday during the annual Addleshaw Goddard stakes as the popular favourite, Cover Up, came in second, beaten by Persian Punch.
But not to worry. The misery of the Addleshaws attendees was lessened by their proximity to the famous names sharing the firm’s box. High on the list was Michael Jackson’s legendary long-time collaborator and penner of Thriller Rod Temperton (Tempers, to some). Racing fans were heartened by the presence of Ascot chief executive officer Douglas Erskine-Crump (or Douglas Two-Names, as he’s apparently known). And, of course, the firm supplied its very own music industry superstar in Paddy Grafton-Green. Rumours that the Addleshaws senior partner now goes by the name Paddy GeeGees were unconfirmed as The Lawyer went to press.
Hammonds set to cash in on 0870 client phone calls
Hammonds is making extra money from its clients by setting up national-rate 0870 numbers for its switchboard and staff direct lines.The firm has recently changed its switchboard and all direct-dial numbers to 0870 numbers, and is being paid commission for receiving calls on these numbers from its service provider Kingston Communications.This means that a Leeds […]