Los Angeles giant says Shearman's former global co-head of corporate will help it grow its regional footprint
New arrivals join corporate, dispute resolution and finance and restructuring teams in UK and Saudi Arabia
Global firm also seeks new office as it responds to controversy over top local lawyer's anti-gay views
Michigan law firm aims to create community of US lawyers in Israel
UK firm hails 'very significant' hires and promises further Middle East investment
Top Irish politician said judges were being deliberately used to legitimise regime
Virtual venture will be led by Stuttgart partner Eric Wagner and target new opportunities in the largely unregulated digital environment
Group has increased its member headcount to 35 from 18 since launching a year ago
Umera Ali will split her time between the firm’s Dubai and Riyadh offices