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Former Linklaters global COO to head Baker McKenzie’s London office

Former Linklaters global COO to head Baker McKenzie’s London office
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13 July 2017
Law firm managementStrategic recruitment

Former Linklaters’ global chief operating officer Simon Thompson (pictured) has joined Baker McKenzie’s London office as its new chief operating officer (COO) with effect from August.

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