Fewer than one-in-ten law trainees regard legal aid as ‘career option’
A future crisis appeared to be brewing for legal aid practice as less than one in ten trainee solicitors regarded public-funded work as “a good career option”.
Hollinger battle takes new turn in legal fees fight
Embattled newspaper baron Conrad Black has brought a claim against Hollinger International over its alleged refusal to pay his legal bills. According to reports, Lord Black, who was forced out as Hollinger International chairman and chief executive though still controls the company, is claiming that he is owed $3.7m for legal bills he has racked […]
Nameless rights
In the manner of a 1950’s baptist minister’s daughter, Barlow Lyde & Gilbert is playing hard to get. Tulkinghorn rang the coquettish firm requesting an email address – normal, day-to-day, officey-type behaviour, or so one would think. But like a dainty slap across the face, Tulkinghorn’s approach was unceremoniously rebuffed. Apparently, email addresses are not […]
Enterprise releases long-serving clerk
One of the bar’s longest serving clerks has been asked to step down after more than 40 years’ service as his set Enterprise Chambers embarks on a modernisation programme. The set’s attempted foray into the 21st century means that Barry Clayton ends a 36-year career at Enterprise, after first becoming a clerk in 1962. First […]
Clause for thought
The proposed Exclusion of Judicial Review in the Asylum and Immigration Bill is an affront to the rule of law, says Richard Plender QC
Gowling advises Cairngorm Capital on acquisition of MJ Wilson Group
International law firm Gowling WLG has advised client Cairngorm Capital Partners LLP (Cairngorm Capital) on the acquisition of M J Wilson Group Limited (MJ Wilson), the leading independent UK distributor of process instrumentation and control products. The transaction was led by Corporate, Finance and Tax partner Ian Piggin, Jade MacDonald and Stephen Bowman with support […]
Tikit enhances UK sales team
To deal with growing client demand Tikit expands its sales team with the appointment of former IT Lab employee Craig Dootson. Craig has vast experience of the IT industry having worked across multiple areas including licensing, thin client technology, cloud hosting and Office 365.
Cedarlake acquires majority share of BMF
Cedarlake Private Equity Fund I, advised by Rantum Capital, has acquired from Argos Soditic Funds the majority of BMF Group AG, the world’s third-largest ropeway manufacturer with more than 320 employees in Switzerland. Vischer advised Cedarlake and Rantum. The team led by partner Dr. Robert Bernet comprised Dr. Peter Kühn, Sebastian Flückiger, Ruben Masar, Aron […]
Pensions in 30 Podcasts, episode 27: Termination of employment and pension losses
By Ian Chapman-Curry Key Points Calculating pension loss can be complex, especially where the employee was in a defined benefit pension scheme. The Employment Tribunal service published a 2003 guidance note which suggested two methods for approximating pension loss without the need for actuarial advice, but this guidance has now been withdrawn. During April and […]
Ogier in Luxembourg advises Echo Energy on £20m bond issue
Ogier has provided Luxembourg advice to Echo Energy plc (Echo Energy) on the raising of £20m through an issue of bonds listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange Euro MTF Market. Echo Energy plc is a London listed Latin American focused mid-cap oil and gas company pursuing a high value piped onshore gas strategy across South […]
Fewer than one-in-ten law trainees regard legal aid as ‘career option’
A future crisis appeared to be brewing for legal aid practice as less than one in ten trainee solicitors regarded public-funded work as “a good career option”.
Hollinger battle takes new turn in legal fees fight
Embattled newspaper baron Conrad Black has brought a claim against Hollinger International over its alleged refusal to pay his legal bills. According to reports, Lord Black, who was forced out as Hollinger International chairman and chief executive though still controls the company, is claiming that he is owed $3.7m for legal bills he has racked […]
Nameless rights
In the manner of a 1950’s baptist minister’s daughter, Barlow Lyde & Gilbert is playing hard to get. Tulkinghorn rang the coquettish firm requesting an email address – normal, day-to-day, officey-type behaviour, or so one would think. But like a dainty slap across the face, Tulkinghorn’s approach was unceremoniously rebuffed. Apparently, email addresses are not […]
Enterprise releases long-serving clerk
One of the bar’s longest serving clerks has been asked to step down after more than 40 years’ service as his set Enterprise Chambers embarks on a modernisation programme. The set’s attempted foray into the 21st century means that Barry Clayton ends a 36-year career at Enterprise, after first becoming a clerk in 1962. First […]
New pilots to keep separating parents out of court
Family lawyers welcomed plans published last week to divert separated parents from bitter court battles over their children and encourage them to make their own agreements, but called for compulsory mediation.
SRA reviews Dentons’ handling of work discrimination case
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) is investigating whether a formal inquiry should be launched into Dentons’ handling of a discrimination case.
Guy Norman wins second term as Clifford Chance corporate head
Clifford Chance global head of corporate Guy Norman has been reappointed to a second term in the role, effective from 1 May.
HSF teams up with SullCrom for Weir’s largest-ever acquisition
Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) and Sullivan & Cromwell have teamed up to advise FTSE 250 engineering company Weir on its billion-dollar acquisition of US provider Esco.
Clydes promotes 12 as partner numbers pass 400 for first time
Clyde & Co has made up 12 associates to equity partner, swelling the firm’s partnership numbers to over 400 for the first time in its history.
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The most common name for a law firm partner is…
Exclusive research conducted by The Lawyer has revealed the most common names for male and female partners in the UK’s largest firms.
A&O guns for tech revenue stream with derivatives platform launch
Allen & Overy (A&O) has developed a new online platform in the wake of impending derivatives regulations.