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June 04, 2024
Ex-Clarke Willmott Lawyer Suspended For Sexual Misconduct
A former Clarke Willmott LLP partner was suspended on Tuesday after a disciplinary tribunal found he was guilty of sexual misconduct for refusing to leave a female partner's hotel room, trying to pull her on to a bed and asking for sex.
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June 04, 2024
Law Firm Denies Bad Advice In £13M Development Claim
A U.K. law firm has hit back at a businessman's £13 million ($16.6 million) negligence claim, arguing it was not responsible for delays and hiked-up costs from a building project that ultimately led to his company's collapse.
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June 04, 2024
IT Review Would Be Disclosed To Court, Post Office Warned
An internal Post Office report warned that any independent review of the faulty IT system used to prosecute innocent people would have to be disclosed in court, according to documents disclosed to the inquiry into the scandal on Tuesday.
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June 04, 2024
Sue Carr Expects Judges To Tap New Powers To Compel ADR
Judges in England and Wales will increasingly be called upon to use new court powers to compel alternative dispute resolution after a precedent-setting judgment was handed down, the country's most senior judge said Tuesday.
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June 03, 2024
Standards Are Murky As Legal Employers Vet Protesters
As violence in Gaza rages on, law firms have vowed not to employ lawyers whose activism for Palestinian rights they deem unacceptable. But "unacceptable" is in the eye of the beholder, and that makes it difficult for law students and lawyers who advocate for a ceasefire to navigate the workplace and the job market.
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June 03, 2024
Ex-Freshfields Partner Accused Of Inappropriate Conduct
The Solicitors Regulation Authority announced Monday that a former disputes partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP must face a disciplinary tribunal over allegations that he engaged in inappropriate behavior in 2017.
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June 03, 2024
Manager Fined £5K Over Accounting Failures At Law Firm
The managing partner of a northern English law firm has been fined after he failed to obtain accountants' reports and oversaw a shortage of more than £7,000 ($8,911) in the firm's client account, the Solicitors Regulation Authority said Monday.
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June 03, 2024
LexisNexis Acquires Belgian Contract Co. Henchman
LexisNexis Legal & Professional announced Monday the acquisition of Belgium-based contracting drafting platform Henchman.
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June 03, 2024
Law Firms Urged To Help Minorities Gain Work Opportunities
The solicitors' watchdog urged the legal industry Monday to help students from ethnic minorities get more work experience opportunities after a study found that over-reliance on A-Level results and a lack of paid sponsorships could mean those candidates fare worse in qualification exams.
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June 03, 2024
Labaton Keller Opens 1st Office Outside US In London
Labaton Keller Sucharow LLP said Monday it has opened its first office outside the U.S. in London, as the firm looks to expand its services to the U.K. and the rest of Europe.
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June 03, 2024
Barrister Loses Disability Bias Case Against Chambers Head
A barrister who accused the head of an English criminal chambers of bullying in claims for disability discrimination cannot sue after a judge ruled he was not disabled and therefore has no basis for bringing his case.
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May 31, 2024
UK Litigation Roundup: Here's What You Missed In London
This past week in London has seen financier Crispin Odey file a defamation claim against the Financial Times, Ford hit with the latest "Dieselgate" claim and a human rights activist bring a privacy claim against Saudi Arabia. Here, Law360 looks at these and other new claims in the U.K.
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June 07, 2024
Clifford Chance Hires New Capital Markets Partner In Frankfurt
Clifford Chance LLP has brought on a new partner from White & Case LLP to its global capital markets practice in Frankfurt as it aims to strengthen its ability to advise corporate finance clients on a multinational scale.
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May 31, 2024
Investor Sues Wealth Managers, Lawyers For Negligence
A real estate investor has sued a law firm and two finance companies in a London court, claiming they negligently advised her on an investment worth almost £20 million ($25.5 million).
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May 31, 2024
Solicitor Struck Off For Using Client's Card At ATM
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal has struck off a former partner at a Midlands law firm after she admitted she had been jailed for withdrawing thousands of pounds from an elderly client's bank account.
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May 31, 2024
Law Firm Denies Promoting Misleading Investment Scheme
A law firm has denied an accusation by the Financial Conduct Authority that it assisted a client in promoting a misleading care home investment scheme, arguing it provided legal advice in "good faith" based on the information it was given.
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June 07, 2024
Quillon Law Strengthens Litigation Team With Commercial Pro
Quillon Law LLP has recruited Alina Neal, an experienced litigator, from Stephenson Harwood LLP as counsel as the litigation boutique seeks to expand its commercial and financial disputes practice.
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May 31, 2024
Osbornes Law Appoints First Female Managing Partner
Osbornes Law LLP has appointed Jo Wescott as its new managing partner, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to hold this position in the law firm's 50-year history.
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May 31, 2024
A&O Shearman Boosts NQ Pay To £150K In Line With Rivals
Allen Overy Shearman Sterling said on Friday that it will be lifting the salaries for newly qualified lawyers in the U.K. to £150,000 ($191,000), matching similar pay rises at Clifford Chance LLP, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP and Linklaters LLP.
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May 31, 2024
Ex-Siemens GC Looks Outside Legal Advice Box In New Role
Aniela Foster-Turner knew as a teenager in Romania that she wanted to be a lawyer. Here, Enoda's new general counsel speaks to Law360 about her path to legal practice, the jobs she has held and the difficulties GCs face in trying to remain independent.
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May 30, 2024
Ex-BigLaw Atty Fights 10-Year Sentence In OneCoin Case
A former Locke Lord LLP partner urged the Second Circuit Wednesday to ax his 10-year prison sentence and conviction for laundering around $400 million in proceeds from the global OneCoin cryptocurrency scam, saying the case was contaminated by perjury and errors at the trial court level.
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May 30, 2024
Bar Calls For Inquiry Amid Criminal Case Backlog 'Crisis'
The Bar Council called on Thursday for an independent public inquiry to carry out a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system in order to resolve the backlog of cases currently at "crisis levels."
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May 30, 2024
Pass Rates For Second SQE Exam Rise In January
Nearly three-quarters of aspiring lawyers passed their SQE2 exam in January in a significant leap from the previous cohort's pass rate, the solicitors' watchdog for England and Wales has revealed.
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May 30, 2024
Firm Faces Negligence Case Over Historical Sex Abuse Claim
Law firm Hugh James is being sued for as much as £1.5 million ($1.9 million) by a former pupil of a Catholic school who alleges solicitors mishandled his claim over historical sexual abuse.
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May 30, 2024
Barrister Group Welcomes Its Largest-Ever Pupil Cohort
The Barrister Group said on Thursday that it has welcomed 10 new pupils to its ranks to pursue qualification to practice, which marks the largest cohort in the history of the chambers.
Expert Analysis
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PR Perspectives: What Makes A Great Legal PR Professional
A great legal public relations professional needs first-class writing skills, intellect and an attention to detail, but in addition to these core competencies, there are transferable skills and personal qualities that are vital, says Daniela Conte at Gibson Dunn.
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Roundup
PR Perspectives
As the importance of law firm public relations continues to grow and the role of communications teams evolves, in this Expert Analysis series PR professionals discuss lawyer media relations, reputation management and more.
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PR Perspectives: Effectively Managing Crisis Communications
The rise of 24/7 media and far reach of social media has made crisis communication more likely and much harder to manage, highlighting the importance for law firms to be prepared and effectively deal with crises to avoid the risk of reputational damage, says Steve Rudaini at MD Communications.
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New Solicitor Workplace Rules Present Practical Challenges
As law firms and partners are beginning to understand and apply the Solicitors Regulation Authority's new rules and guidance on unfair treatment toward colleagues, it is becoming clear that there are a number of potential pitfalls to navigate, says Andrew Pavlovic at CM Murray.
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PR Perspectives: Getting Merger Communications Right
As the recent Allen & Overy and Shearman Sterling deal announcement demonstrates, controlling the narrative is the priority when merger discussions begin, so law firms need to consider their stakeholder base and the best communication channels for each segment, ready to adapt to the audience group's needs, say Ben Girdlestone and Bethany Durkin at Byfield.
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Why Law Firms Should Consider Apprenticeships
A recent government briefing shows that young people are increasingly signing up for apprenticeships, a trend that law firms should take advantage of to improve socioeconomic diversity and help to recruit a variety of talent, which can boost employee retention in the long run, says Emma O'Connor at Boyes Turner.
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How AI Could Affect The Way Law Firms Operate
Generative artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the legal industry, and it is becoming increasingly clear that law firms will need to adjust their recruitment strategies, refine their service offerings and hire specialist lawyers versed in AI technologies, says Brent Harris at Major Lindsey.
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In-Office Policies May Be Solution To UK Skills Shortage
Against the backdrop of the U.K. skills shortage, personal engagement with junior lawyers could boost employee commitment, engagement and retention, highlighting that physical presence in the office is valued and vital, says Michael Stokes at Harrison Clark.
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PR Perspectives: A 20-Year Shift For Law Firm Press Teams
In-house law firm public relations has developed into a sophisticated practice as firms become more business-minded, and will continue to grow in importance, with legal PR teams becoming more integrated and working seamlessly across all forms of media, says Daniela Conte at Gibson Dunn.
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Successfully Implementing AI Rules Requires A Cultural Shift
Recent positive use cases of artificial intelligence demonstrate the potential benefits it can bring to the legal profession, and while the development of AI rules is essential, their effectiveness depends on user adoption, behavioral change and human acceptance, say Charlie Morgan and Salman Dhalla at Herbert Smith.
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PR Perspectives: How Lawyers Build Good Press Relations
There are multiple benefits for lawyers appearing in the media, and those who want to build good relations with the press should consider establishing contacts and maintaining those links, and understanding the role of journalists is critical in achieving this, says Steve Rudaini at MD Communications.
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What Lawyers Look For When Considering A Firm Move
With younger lawyers increasingly paying attention to factors beyond salary, such as work-life balance and career progression, it is firms that know how to appeal to other wants that will ultimately pull ahead when competing for talent, says Adam Stocker at Major Lindsey.
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What Private Investment Can Bring To Barristers' Chambers
The recent private equity investment in The Barrister Group, believed to be the first at the Bar of England and Wales, demonstrates how an upgrade in chambers' business processes and technology can be achieved, both essential for the future of the profession, says Harry Hodgkin at The Barrister Group.
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How Tech Can Make A Career In Law More Accessible
As practitioners and the U.K. Solicitors Regulation Authority seek to increase diversity in the legal profession, the adoption of technology, such as remote learning, artificial intelligence and social media communities, is playing a major role in breaking down entry barriers to a career in law, says Caroline Rayson at BPP.
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Expansion Of Court Filming May Carry Reputational Risks
In light of the U.K. government’s recent consultation on expanding filming across the courts system in England and Wales, our right to open justice must be weighed carefully against the reputational risk that litigation poses to all parties involved, says Bella von Bohlen at FTI Consulting.