Carter-Ruck hires arbitration specialist Tomas Vail as partner in its International team
Carter-Ruck said on Thursday it has appointed Tomas Vail, who ran Vail Dispute Resolution, as a partner in its International team.
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Proskauer promotes five London corporate lawyers to partner in 21-strong global round
Proskauer has made up five London corporate lawyers as partners in a firmwide round of 21, the same London count as in 2025, effective from 1…
Sir Colin Birss to succeed Sir Geoffrey Vos as Master of the Rolls on his retirement
Sir Geoffrey Vos has retired as Master of the Rolls, a post he held from 2021, and the King has approved Sir Colin Birss as his…
Mrs Justice Joanna Smith to lead Business and Property Division on interim basis from 1 November
The Lady Chief Justice has appointed Mrs Justice Joanna Smith interim Deputy President of the Business and Property Division, running the Division from 1 November.
Mills & Reeve hires Shakespeare Martineau partner Peter Mayhew for Birmingham VC team
Mills & Reeve has appointed Peter Mayhew as a partner in its venture capital team, hiring him from Shakespeare Martineau. The firm announced the move on…
Lord Justice Coulson, former Judge in Charge of the Technology and Construction Court, retires
Lord Justice Coulson has retired from the Court of Appeal. On 13 October 2026 the judiciary announced that Sir Peter Coulson retires as a Lord Justice…
Stephenson Harwood names finance head James Linforth chief executive from January 2027
Stephenson Harwood has appointed James Linforth, its global head of banking and finance, as chief executive with effect from 1 January 2027. The firm announced the…
Judge Lindsey George appointed Designated Civil Judge for Surrey and Sussex
Her Honour Judge Lindsey George has been appointed Designated Civil Judge for Surrey and Sussex. The Lady Chief Justice announced on 20 October 2026 that Judge…
Lodders hires Shakespeare Martineau’s Birmingham family head Aasha Choudhary as partner
The high-net-worth financial remedy specialist joins Lodders' Birmingham office months after the firm brought in Mark Hands to lead its family team.
Morrison Foerster Strengthens Partnership with 17 New Appointments
Morrison Foerster has announced the election of 17 lawyers to its partnership, effective 1 January 2026, marking a significant milestone for the global law firm. The…
DWF Adds Former Metropolitan Police Director Jenny Leonard as Senior Hire
DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has appointed Jenny Leonard, former Director of Operational Policing Law at the Metropolitan Police, as a…
Burges Salmon Expands Public Sector Pensions Team with Gary Delderfield and Alec Bennett
Burges Salmon, the independent UK law firm, has expanded its Pensions and Lifetime Savings practice with the appointments of Gary Delderfield as partner and Alec Bennett…
Taylor Rose Announces Strategic Partner Promotions Across Key Legal Divisions
Taylor Rose, a fast-growing and innovative law firm, has announced a new round of partner promotions as it continues to invest in talent across its family…
DWF Appoints Lee Biddle as Regulatory Partner in Healthcare Team
Global legal and business services provider DWF has appointed Lee Biddle as a regulatory partner within its healthcare team. He joins from Clyde & Co, where…
Freeths Names Clean Energy Expert Rhianna Wilsher as Heat Networks Lead
Leading UK law firm Freeths has announced the appointment of clean energy expert Rhianna Wilsher to head its Heat Networks practice. With over 15 years of…
DWF Reappointed to Welsh Government’s Solicitors Services Framework
DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has been reappointed to the Welsh Government’s new Commercial Delivery (WGCD) Solicitors Services Framework, securing a…
Camella Cephas to Lead WSP Solicitors as Firm Restructures Leadership
WSP Solicitors has announced a key leadership transition as Camella Cephas steps into the role of Managing Director starting this July. Cephas succeeds Judi Bonham, who…
DWF Names Philip Hendrikx as Chief Operating Officer
DWF, a global leader in integrated legal and business services, has announced the appointment of Philip Hendrikx as its new Chief Operating Officer. Philip brings a…
Ward Hadaway Names James Foster as Finance Director Amid Expansion
Ward Hadaway has named James Foster as its new Finance Director, reinforcing its senior leadership during a key phase of expansion. Foster brings a wealth of…
Strategic Litigation Leadership Duo Appointed by Shakespeare Martineau
Shakespeare Martineau has appointed Vanessa Joll and Tim Speed as joint heads of its litigation practice, reinforcing its national dispute resolution capabilities. The appointments form part…
Cartwright King Boosts Immigration Services with Key Promotion
National law firm Cartwright King Solicitors has strengthened its Immigration team with the appointment of Nisha Leel as Head of Immigration. A seasoned legal professional with…
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