In a notable lateral move, Stanley Mok, a banking and finance partner, has transitioned from Dentons to Australian firm Gilbert + Tobin. This marks the firm’s second acquisition from Dentons this year, reinforcing its strategic expansion in financial services. Mok’s expertise spans residential and commercial mortgage originations, fintech startups, and various other finance sectors. His…
In a notable reshuffle within legal finance circles, Thomas Mastoras has made his return to Weil, Gotshal & Manges. He reenters the firm as a partner within its banking and finance practice, based in New York. Weil announced the return on Monday. Mastoras is well-regarded for his expertise in advising private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers,…
Reed Smith has strategically expanded its presence in the Southeastern United States by establishing a new office in Atlanta. This move was bolstered by the recruitment of nearly 40 lawyers, including 15 partners, from the local legal landscape. Key figures joining Reed Smith from Morris, Manning & Martin include Scott Allen and Nick Foreste. Allen…
Dentons has announced the reappointment of Ahmed Butt as a partner in its Middle East banking and finance team, effective Monday. This strategic move bolsters the firm’s existing capabilities in financial services regulation across the region. Butt’s expertise covers a wide array of regulatory issues, including new market entry licensing, innovative product regulatory analysis, and…
Norton Rose Fulbright and ECIJA, alongside other notable law firms, have expanded their teams in Southern Europe by hiring new partners and an of counsel. These additions are strategically positioned in key legal sectors including antitrust and competition, banking and finance, and patent law. For those interested in a deeper dive, further information can be…
Latham & Watkins has announced the addition of Hugh O’Sullivan as a partner in its banking practice in London (Latham & Watkins). O’Sullivan is acclaimed for his expertise in high-value, complex leveraged finance and restructuring transactions, servicing clients with multi-tiered capital structures. His proficiency spans unitranche, bank and bond/bridge, first and second lien, bank and…
Bryan Paisley, a prominent banking and finance partner from Hogan Lovells, is set to return to Baker McKenzie. This move coincides with Hogan Lovells’ decision to withdraw from the Australian market. According to available information, Hogan Lovells intends to keep its Sydney office operational until March. For further details on the story, you can view…
K&L Gates has announced the addition of Ferry Lopez as a partner in its labor, employment, and workplace safety practice in Los Angeles. Lopez, whose practice is concentrated on employment issues, will be instrumental in advising employers on a variety of human resources management matters. Her expertise covers crucial areas such as pay equity, compliance,…
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) has announced the recruitment of Renée Fischer as a partner in their banking and finance practice group, based in New York and Westchester, Pennsylvania. Fischer arrives with a robust portfolio serving banks and financial institutions through diverse financial transactions including subscription and NAV-based financing. Fischer’s expertise encompasses a broad spectrum…
The legal community is mourning the loss of Daniel Zubkoff, a former member of the Executive Committee at Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP, who passed away at the age of 67. Renowned for his contributions to leveraged finance, Zubkoff was instrumental in elevating Cahill’s stature in capital markets and banking and finance practices. His exceptional…
For the second consecutive year, the trend of shrinking partner class sizes continues at leading law firms. This development indicates a more selective process in naming new partners, with a noticeable preference for professionals in litigation, investment funds, and banking and finance positions. This shift underscores law firms’ strategic focus on these key areas amid…
Weil, Gotshal & Manges has bolstered its banking and finance practice with the addition of Meredith Mackey as a new partner in its New York office. Mackey transitions to Weil from Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson, bringing robust experience in advising institutional lenders and underwriters on debt financing transactions. Her expertise focuses on leveraged…
Mayer Brown has recently bolstered its banking and finance division with the addition of Blaise Latella, who joined the firm’s New York office as a partner. His appointment was announced on Monday. Latella is recognized for his extensive experience in representation of banks and financial institutions, particularly in roles acting as agents for a diverse…
In a significant move affecting the legal sector in Australia, Baker McKenzie has announced the departure of yet another partner, signaling a period of transition for the firm. Charlie Detmold, a banking and finance specialist, is set to join Johnson Winter Slattery, leaving Baker McKenzie within days of another partner’s departure. This shift underscores potential…
Ashurst has made a significant strategic move by hiring partner Riccardo Rossi and his team from Chiomenti to bolster its banking and finance practice in Milan. This addition comes at a time when Geradin Partners is also expanding its presence with the opening of a new office in Helsinki, marking its entry into the Nordic…
Thai law firm Chandler MHM has undergone a significant leadership transition, with co-managing partner Jessada Sawatdipong being elevated to chairman and senior partner. Simultaneously, banking and finance partner Joseph Tisuthiwongse has been named as the new co-managing partner. These changes are aimed at steering the firm’s next phase of innovation and expansion. Read more.
Legal News Bowmans has announced the recruitment of Andrew Davidson, previously the head of the corporate and commercial practice in Durban, South Africa for Eversheds Sutherland. Davidson, who started at Bowmans on September 1, brings more than six years of experience in private equity, venture capital, and banking and finance transactions. For more details, refer…
Norton Rose Fulbright has bolstered its banking and finance team in Dubai with the recruitment of Aditi Sanyal as a partner. The firm revealed this addition Thursday. Sanyal’s practice will focus on supporting financial institutions across the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, catering to both conventional and Islamic financing needs. Sanyal has extensive…
Australian firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth has announced the hiring of four partners from Ashurst, KPMG, Clayton Utz, and HWL Ebsworth. This move comes in the wake of seven Corrs partners reportedly defecting to a rival practice earlier this week. The new hires specialize in insurance, tax disputes, commercial litigation, and banking and finance. For more…
Paul Hastings LLP has announced the recruitment of Reena Gogna as a global finance partner in their London office. Gogna brings with her extensive experience in representing financial institutions and direct lenders on a variety of banking and finance matters. Her expertise spans leveraged finance, senior debt and high yield financings, debt restructurings, and refinancings….
David Hendrix has joined Lewis Brisbois as a partner, enhancing the firm’s capabilities in complex business and commercial litigation as well as banking and finance practices. Announced on July 24, Hendrix’s move to the Tampa, Florida office of Lewis Brisbois is part of the firm’s strategic push to bolster its litigation and financial practice areas….
We are pleased to announce the 2024 honorees of “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40,” the fourth annual Bloomberg Law award celebrating outstanding young lawyers from across the nation. This select group of professionals has demonstrated remarkable achievements in their respective fields, including law firms, corporations, non-profits, and government agencies. These individuals exemplify excellence…
Dentons firm in Kenya, Hamilton Harrison & Mathews, has announced the election of Sigee Koech as the new managing partner, effective from July 15. Koech, a banking and finance partner, will take over from Adil Khawaja, who has held the position since 2013 and will continue to contribute his expertise to the firm. This marks…
Baker McKenzie has hired a five-lawyer banking and finance team from Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) in Johannesburg, marking a significant move in its ongoing expansion strategy. The team, led by Phetole Modika and Pitso Kortjaas, both of whom join as partners, is noted for their exceptional track record in leading banking and finance transactions across…
International law firm Baker McKenzie has hired a five-lawyer banking and finance team from Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) in Johannesburg as part of its expansion strategy. The team, led by Phetole Modika and Pitso Kortjaas who both join Baker McKenzie as partners, brings an impeccable track record in banking and finance transactions across Africa. Lerisha…