Shearman’s McKimm steps aside ahead of A&O tie-up as US firms continue to snap up top London talent
A roundup of all the latest laterals in London, including key hires for Simpson Thacher, Paul Weiss, McDermott and Katten, as well as news of a major pre-merger exit from Shearman
Energy Yearbook 2024 – Fuel for thought
Navigating the most disruptive energy market shift in decades
Paul Weiss and Kirkland break revenue records amid London lateral shakeout
Elite US duo hit new financial highs with yet more double-digit growth as London laterals continue to flock to Paul Weiss
Promotions dip at Slaughters as firm makes up five new partners
Slaughter and May has made up five new partners in its latest round of promotions, a 50% drop from last year’s round of 10.
Energy perspectives: Maria Connolly
TLT partner and head of future energy and real estate Maria Connolly on a 25-year career in renewable energy, the challenges facing the industry and why it’s important to love what you do
White & Case nears $3bn mark as expense control drives double-digit PEP hike
White & Case has taken another step towards the $3bn turnover mark, posting a 4.3% increase in global revenues to $2.95bn for 2023, despite London turnover dipping 1.6% to $444m.
‘As the only woman in the room, I would be asked to pour the tea’ – how legal life has changed for women
From growing up in a Barnsley mining community to making the tea as a junior lawyer, Greenberg Traurig’s Kathryn Garbett reflects on a shifting landscape for women in law over her rise to City partner
Female empowerment – which firms are best at championing women?
In recent years the Legal 500 has made a concerted push to boost female representation across our rankings, dedicating much effort to identifying the best women at all levels of seniority, from rising stars to Hall of Famers.
Revolving Doors: Kirkland hires ESG partner while magic circle experiences both losses and gains
Leading the high-profile moves this week, Rebecca Perlman has joined Kirkland & Ellis’ ESG and impact practice group in London as a partner.
LB318 – issue menu
Brand new analysis, including our annual Euro Elite survey looking at the performance of independent players in Europe. This edition looks at Baker McKenzie’s strategy; the booming infrastructure market; a fraud case worthy of a Netflix documentary; Goodwin private equity partner Richard Lever on being inspired by The Godfather; and how to avoid being remembered for the wrong reasons in your Legal Business Awards entries + much more.