FTSE 100: adviser management trumps tech in reducing legal spend
FTSE 100 companies have had most success in reducing spend by improving their management of outside counsel rather than using technology, new research by The Lawyer has revealed.
Integration between cloud platform and case management system
Tikit, provider of technology solutions for law and professional services firms, recently announced the integration of NetDocuments cloud platform into Tikit Partner for Windows (P4W), its flagship practice and case management application. The cloud-based platform allows users to work securely anytime, anywhere and on any device. Its integration with P4W Case Manager means NetDocuments can either be […]
Sullivan tops M&A rankings for 2017 as deal flow steadies
Sullivan & Cromwell has retained its crown as the most dominant M&A adviser for 2017, while Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer was the only magic circle firm to gain a place in the global top 10.
Vinson boosts partner numbers with three made up in London
Vinson & Elkins has announced one of its largest ever promotion rounds in London, with three lawyers being made up.
India – relief for outsourcing sector
Khaitan & Co advises Lupin on corporate guarantee
Advised Lupin Ltd (Lupin) in relation to a corporate guarantee provided by Lupin to secure the obligations of its subsidiaries under a bridge financing of $880m availed from JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the purpose of purchasing all of the outstanding equity interests in Gavis Pharmaceuticals LLC, Novel Laboratories, Inc, and VGS Holdings, Inc. […]
Khaitan & Co helps Inox Wind Ltd with licensing agreements
Khaitan & Co advised Inox Wind Limited (Inox Wind) in relation to agreements with American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC), AMSC Austria GmBH and their respective affiliates (collectively, “AMSC Group”) for licensing to Inox Wind. The technology pertains to the manufacture of 2MW Electronic Control Systems; long-term supply of 2MW wind turbine generator electronic control systems; and […]
FTSE 100: adviser management trumps tech in reducing legal spend
FTSE 100 companies have had most success in reducing spend by improving their management of outside counsel rather than using technology, new research by The Lawyer has revealed.
Integration between cloud platform and case management system
Tikit, provider of technology solutions for law and professional services firms, recently announced the integration of NetDocuments cloud platform into Tikit Partner for Windows (P4W), its flagship practice and case management application. The cloud-based platform allows users to work securely anytime, anywhere and on any device. Its integration with P4W Case Manager means NetDocuments can either be […]
Sullivan tops M&A rankings for 2017 as deal flow steadies
Sullivan & Cromwell has retained its crown as the most dominant M&A adviser for 2017, while Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer was the only magic circle firm to gain a place in the global top 10.
Vinson boosts partner numbers with three made up in London
Vinson & Elkins has announced one of its largest ever promotion rounds in London, with three lawyers being made up.
Slaughters’ bet on William Hill is a big win for Ashurst
GVC Holdings’ approach for Ladbrokes Coral last week proved once again that the gaming sector shows no sign of slowing down.
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.