Simmons & Simmons has hired an Allen & Overy associate as a partner in its banking practice. Philip Abbott brings considerable experience of advising financial institutions on real estate finance matters.
Orrick replaces London chief
Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe has appointed a new head for its London office, as the current incumbent returns to the US. Adrian Harris, who joined the firm from O’Melveny & Myers last year, is taking over the London leadership from Michael Bacon, an energy and project finance expert who previously ran Orrick’s Tokyo office for […]