In 2015, Helen Lowe was offered a new job. She received a phone call from the Co-op. It approached her for a role presented as “business manager” for the in-house legal team. Lowe was dumbstruck. She had no idea what the role entailed and had never worked in a legal environment. She thought they had […]
It was a fitting setting as delegates gathered in the now-commonplace environment of Microsoft Teams to discuss the use of technology and the value it brings to in-house legal departments. Video-conferencing was one of the early novelties of the pandemic-era, as professionals everywhere abandoned face-to-face meetings and shifted online. Despite its drawbacks, video-conferencing is now […]
We meet the legal professionals who have taken a leap into the future of finance, travelling from private practice into a world where there are fortunes to be made but also regulatory mountains to be climbed
A number of success stories come to light in the public M&A rankings for Q1, with firms that have been busy investing being rewarded for their labours. But the magic circle are mysteriously absent, for now. The first few months of 2021 have seen over 8,900 transactions preliminarily agreed globally, according to Refinitiv data, the […]
Last month, Cooley unveiled its first revenue dip since it opened in the City in 2015. Behind that lies a major tussle over firm strategy – and in particular, its relationship with one of the most powerful companies in the world.
“Now we have a presence in LA, it expands our opportunities,” says Allen & Overy’s US senior partner Tim House in reflection of the firm’s bold hire of Akin Gump’s West Coast project finance team last week. The magic circle firm has established itself in LA through the hire of six partners and 13 lawyers […]
Part 1 of the survey results can be accessed here While it would be wrong to suggest that everyone’s career aspirations have shifted during the pandemic, it is clear that many people are re-thinking what is possible. Many parents mentioned that Covid has given them an epiphany and in the future they will value work-life […]
The Lawyer’s Working Parents survey ran in February, and as we suspected it might, garnered a huge response from frustrated parents at the end of their tether during this pandemic. Part One deals with how parents are coping and organisations’ responses; part two focuses on career aspirations and prospects. We received more than 1,200 responses, […]
Meet the class of 2021: Becoming a QC is a huge achievement for the individuals concerned, but the lack of Black people at this level should be a pressing concern for the Bar
In-depth conversations with lawyers are key to arriving at automated solutions to the everyday problems faced by legal professionals
Linklaters’ move out of Silk Street is more than a logistical headache. It marks both a symbolic shift and a litmus test for the approach other firms will pursue with their real estate.
Clyde & Co is now searching for its next senior partner, as Peter Hirst became the third leader in a row to stand down early. A firm that was previously famed for leadership stability has some internal issues to solve.
How three large corporations worked pro bono with third-sector organisations to give them the platforms and automation needed to save time and money
Matheson’s head of digital services Tom Connor shares his insights into working as part of the senior management team to design, execute and lead the evolving digital transformation strategy at Ireland’s largest law firm. The events of the past year have significantly altered the way in which many people and businesses think about how […]
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas is paving the way for start-ups in Delhi
In this article, Nicholas Kuria discusses some of the most glaringly misguided notions relating to the use of offshore jurisdictions, with a focus on the British Virgin Islands.
In the UK’s first ever ‘Tax Day’ on 23 March 2021, the government released more than 30 consultation documents relating to the future landscape of the UK tax regime. Whilst these documents scrutinised how taxes should be paid, opportunities for simplification and the potential of digitalisation, it was tackling non-compliance which was firmly in the spotlight once again. Tax & estate planning Partner, James Austen, gives his opinion on the proposed measures.
In recent weeks, news of the JES Global Capital fraud committed by fund manager Elliot Smerling has come to light. Unfortunately, we live in world where fraud, much like death and taxes, is inevitable.
HM Treasury publishes report of UK Listing Review, FCA issues fine for market manipulation and more March news.
Effective February 1st, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority began licensing and regulating builders and vendors as designated under the New Home Construction Licensing Act, 2017.
When setting up a global anti-counterfeiting programme for the first time, there are several aspects to consider.
The importance of building a compelling profile in this new normal and the ways executives can elevate their virtual presence.
Bills to bring in significant amendments to the BVI’s trusts and probate legislation were gazetted on 12 March 2021. Below is a summary of the headline changes.
With the focus on distress in the shipping and oil and gas sectors, predictable and cost-effective tools to implement a debt restructuring have never been more crucial. The tried and tested Cayman Islands debt restructuring regime can provide the solution and is a good fit for Marshall Islands companies…
A simple legislative oversight at the start of the pandemic has meant that, whilst most other courts increased their accessibility to the public by giving access via remote video platforms, the Coroners Courts became more closed and secretive. All public, including accredited media representatives, have remained banned from watching any online broadcasts of coronial proceedings over the past twelve months.
Should law firms put clients or culture first in their business model?
During this webinar, Andrew Brown discusses void dispositions due to insolvency under s(s). 127 and 284. Matthew Mills then discusses the legal and practical points relating to limitation periods and service of insolvency applications.