Legal Giants Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling Shutter Johannesburg Office Amid Worker Outrage

Lawyers at Allen & Overy (A&O) and Shearman & Sterling’s Johannesburg office were anticipating celebrations for their 10th anniversary in South Africa, having recently signed a lease for new office space. However, the announcement of the office’s closure has sparked significant discontent among the staff, labeling the decision as “shocking” and “distasteful.” For more information, see the details here.