Incoming group will be based in New York, Washington DC and the Bay Area
LSB highlights ‘concerning shortfalls’ in regulatory performance at the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board
Dismissal marks latest round in long-running global dispute between pharma companies Merck KGaA and Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
Federal judges suspend orders against leading Washington DC law firms while Skadden joins Paul Weiss in cutting a deal
Argentinian lawyer was the first Latin American to hold the IBA presidency
Moves follow federal judge temporarily blocking similar order against Perkins Coie
WHSmith offloading high street arm to Modella Capital to focus on travel retail business
Firm says it will continue to service its clients’ Asia needs through associate firm network
Move follows Covington & Burling, Perkins Coie, Paul Weiss and Jenner & Block being hit with similar orders
Collaboration will enhance Womble’s energy and natural resources coverage in Latin America
Women make up just over 40% of cohort, as overall promotions rose compared to 2024
Jennifer Chu will replace GC Bradford Berenson, who is moving to a senior advisor role
UK-founded platform firm marks second international launch following tie-up with Dubai firm in January
Ex-Skadden counsel Chiann Bao joins the firm as a partner
Global revenue rises 5.8%, though London’s contribution slides 8% to $94.5m