Big law firms are starting to show hesitance in expanding their leverage, as indicated in a recent development in the industry. This can be seen as an attempt to exercise prudence in a global economic climate that remains uncertain. This sentiment mirrors the cautious approach many corporations have begun to adopt as they navigate through…
CMS, one of the leading global law firms, has elected Charles Currier as its next UK senior partner. Currier is set to succeed Penelope Warne who has held the position for two terms and has been instrumental in overseeing the merger of CMS, Nabarro, and Olswang. The change in leadership will take effect on May…
Katherine Wawrzyniak, a former federal prosecutor, has recently been announced as a new partner of Goodwin Procter in its San Francisco office. Wawrzyniak’s career has put her in the lead of prominent government cases such as the prosecution of Anthony Levandowski, the former Google engineer, and Yevgeniy Nukulin, a Russian hacker. Prior to this, Wawrzyniak…
Norton Rose Fulbright continues its expansion efforts in South Africa with the recent onboarding of a partner from Clyde & Co, marking another addition in the firm’s targeted hiring spree that commenced in November 2021. As of the 1st of December, Ina Iyer, previously of Clyde & Co, joined Norton Rose Fulbright to take the…
Charles Wu, a former partner at Beijing firm Han Kun Law Offices, has moved to legal powerhouse Clyde & Co as a U.S.-qualified counsel in Hong Kong. Wu has a significant history with Han Kun, having spent nearly a decade at the firm, starting as an associate in 2014, and ascending to the position of…
In a recent announcement, international law firm White & Case has enlisted a partner from Ropes & Gray in London. This move is said to reinforce the company’s M&A and private equity practice. Unfortunately, further details are behind a paywall, those with access can read more about it here.
Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is facing an ethics inquiry connected to his past investigation into alleged 2020 voting irregularities. Brnovich has recently accepted a position at the law firm Boies Schiller Flexner, where he is looking forward to being a “kick-ass litigator”. The success of his partnership at the firm will largely depend…
As scrutiny over foreign investment within the legal sector heightens, a Chinese firm has reportedly taken the bold step of funding four intellectual property lawsuits in US courts. Amid growing concerns, members of Congress are closely examining the role foreign investment plays in American litigation, leading to discussions about potential bans in certain scenarios. The…
In a first-of-its-kind effort in the United States, California is pushing the legal boundaries to hire undocumented students in its state-university workforce reports Bloomberg Law. With California’s stellar history of legislation benefiting undocumented residents, by offering services like driver’s licenses, the state is now aiming to position its higher education system as a major employer….
The domain of legal theory has yet again become a hotbed of conversation and debate with the recent examination of originalism – a methodology for constitutional interpretation – in light of a crucial gun rights case before the US Supreme Court. The situation is such that it implicates the originalism’s image in public view. Bloomberg…
In an emerging trend of concern, private equity firms and businesses with a predisposition for acquisitions are seeking legal advice on the Justice Department’s new policy regarding exposure of misconduct in the midst of transactions. The recent surge in queries came in the wake of the DOJ’s introduction of a safe harbour initiative last month….
The Department of Labor (DOL) is once again heading toward potential legal challenges following its latest proposal of a standard uniform fiduciary and compliance regime. As per the Department’s official dossier from November 3, registered investment advisers, brokers, insurance agents, and other sellers of services in the individual retirement account marketplace could all find themselves…
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology presents a notable shift in sectors ranging from energy to telecommunications and healthcare. Such advancements could drastically improve worker proficiency, thus contributing to economic growth in the United States. However, unlocking these potential benefits requires a fundamental approach emphasizing a national data privacy standard, according to Reps. Cathy…
As we approach year-end, many corporate managers will soon find themselves engaging in career and performance discussions with their teams. It’s not uncommon for these exercises to trigger a sense of career insecurity or rivalry, creating a tense atmosphere in the workplace. However, it does not have to be this way. There are ways to…
Herbert Smith Freehills, the global full-service corporate law firm, has recently experienced personnel changes in its Singapore office. The firm suffered the loss of two of its aviation finance partners, Siva Subramanian and Samuel Kohlemainen. Both partners have had distinguished roles within the firm, contributing their expertise to the firm’s aviation finance department. Siva Subramanian…
Goodwin Procter has strengthened its debt finance practice in Asia, with Stephen Howard, a debt and leveraged finance attorney, recently stepping in as partner. Howard was last seen working as a local partner at White & Case in Hong Kong. The firm’s newest addition follows the recent acquisition of Matthew Nortcliff from CMS, where he…
The legal landscape promises to be rich in 2024, shaped by diverse focal points ranging from Artificial Intelligence (AI), Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG), and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to supply chain issues, labor unions, and reproductive rights—the lead actors of 2023. What do these themes imply for 2024? Our legal analysts from…
In the classic give-and-take of the law firm-client relationship, law firms seem to be prioritizing immediate profits at the potential cost of long-term client relationships. For long, law firms have relied on a business model where they supply a service to clients for a price, and an increase in client demand has always reflected positively…
Last week, G7 leaders agreed upon a set of international guiding principles on artificial intelligence (AI) and proposed a voluntary code of conduct for AI developers. This development aligns with the European Commission’s ongoing efforts to regulate AI. New advances in computing capabilities, the increasing profusion of data, and evolving algorithms have driven substantial progress…
In a recent development, concerns are mounting over potential election chaos being stirred by the push to keep former President Donald Trump off the 2024 ballot. These worries were articulated by Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson, during a hearing to determine if Donald Trump is constitutionally barred from running for the presidency again….
Eversheds Sutherland, an international law firm, recently advised four global food and agriculture companies – Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Cargill, Louis Dreyfus Company, and Olam- on the establishment of a unique joint venture. The primary objective of this venture was to develop a digital platform designed to monitor and standardize sustainability metrics called TRACT….
The United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner recently expressed serious concerns over the escalating violence in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem. As articulated in their official statement released on Friday, the body highlights what it categorizes as “multi-layered human rights violations of Palestinians.” Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas…
In a potentially significant ruling for the landscape of college athletics, a California judge recently certified three classes of athletes who are challenging restrictions imposed by the NCAA on their name, image, and likeness rights. This development could make the NCAA, the governing body for college athletics, liable for billions of dollars in damages. While…
The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal District of Columbia Circuit temporarily froze a gag order against former President Donald Trump. Notably, the per curium decision stated the temporary freeze is in place to provide the court time to consider an emergency stay of the order requested by the ex-president. This move comes…
The situation surrounding former central bank governor of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has taken a notable turn with the High Court of Justice in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory issuing an order for his immediate release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This development comes as a result of an ex-parte motion…