Law firms Allen & Overy takes another two from Simmons in sustained IP push Madeleine Farman · 23 September 2016 · 2 min read Strategic recruitment A&O Shearman Simmons & Simmons Allen & Overy (A&O) has taken its third and fourth IP partner from Simmons & Simmons this year, as it strengthens its City IP practice.Your limit of 1 article in 30 days is up. Please login for full access or subscribe. Corporate users - click here for simple access (no password needed). For more information, please contact [email protected] Related ContentMore in this categorySimmons brings in new bonus scheme to reward ‘meaningful’ use of generative AILaw firmsTom Cox4 Jun 2026Revolving Doors: Kirkland hires top IP barrister as Gibson Dunn builds City real estate practiceLaw firmsNews Editor2 Jun 2026Ex-A&O Shearman practice heads ditch big law to start boutique practices in EuropeLaw firmsKate Peacock29 May 2026Paul Hastings infra pair head to Freshfields after two yearsLaw firmsAlex Ryan28 Feb 2025Gibson Dunn takes heavyweight Sullivan & Cromwell duo in major London playLaw firmsElisha Juttla27 Feb 2025Chance moment: CC doubles down on private capital, but will flurry of hires pay off?Law firmsElisha Juttla14 Feb 2025Revolving doors: Simpson Thacher, Latham, Sidley lead New Year London movesLaw firmsAnna Huntley9 Jan 2025‘Seize every opportunity’ – Paul Hastings partner Reena Gogna on City law, Suits and poetryLaw firmsAnna Huntley7 Jan 2025Five partners vie to succeed Hoyland as Simmons managing partnerLaw firmsTom Cox7 Jan 2025