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: Clare Burgess
‘Work hard, be curious, support others (it is noticed and appreciated)
and grab opportunities.’ Clifford Chance partner Clare Burgess
on energy perspectives.
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.
On the horns of a trilemma
As energy transition, security and affordability become ever-more urgent, the market is surging like never before. Alex Ryan asks power pundits for their views on whether the purple patch can last.