Departure of commercial and product liability disputes team follows Perkins Coie’s deal to merge with UK-based Ashurst
Dealmaker Scott Barshay takes the helm after emails reveal extent of Brad Karp’s ties with convicted sex offender
Firm’s relocation to 20 Ropemaker Street in London to provide a modernised global hub for clients and staff with high level services
Mark Rajbenbach and Victoria Butcher bring a range of real estate investment experience
Senior director Katrina Dittmer will lead 20-person department and advise on use of AI across the firm
Robert Lawson KC rejoins set after nine years at Clyde & Co as shipping disputes specialist Stephanie Barrett returns following career break
Samuel Pape’s arrival follows the hire of Sophie Lamb KC from Latham in January
Tie-up will create one of world’s largest shale operators, with a combined value of around $58bn
Firm points to Poland’s strong economy and growing role as regional legal hub as it becomes latest to debut there
Francesca Campbell replaces Janet Link, who left to join JM Family Enterprises late last year
US accounts for majority of promotions, completed by four in London and one in Singapore
The standalone office will provide legal delivery services to global clients outside of South Africa
Employment chair Daniel Naftalin named next managing partner as Johanna Walsh and Daniel Levy appointed as executive partners
David Brennan will join the firm’s corporate team after almost 14 years at Gowling WLG
Combined firm expected to launch in May 2026 following ‘decisive’ votes in favour by both firms’ partnerships