The coronavirus has bitten the revenues and bottom lines for Big Law firms as a range of practices take major measures to reduce the impact of the pandemic on revenues and profits and the prospects of layoffs rises. Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft has cut compensation for associates and other employees by up to 25 per
Big Law Can Hit The Layoff Button As The Coronavirus Pandemic Bites Read More »
Beware of scammers trying to get your personal informationor your COVID-19 Economic Impact Payment! The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will begin to distribute COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments in a matter of weeks. For most Americans, this will be a direct deposit into your bank account. For the unbanked, elderly or other groups that have traditionally
By Rebecca Hudson What’s the Problem: My daycare and commuting circumstances have changed and I would like to make changes to my cafeteria plan elections. Am I permitted to revoke or change my elections midyear? Answer: At this time, you may be eligible to make changes to your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) elections. These pre-tax accounts are administered
Working From Home Has Its Challenges… Small Things Employers Can Do to Help Read More »
Experts advise businesses to invest in automated AML platforms as workforces and customers move to work from home Powered by LawFuel – As the nation adapts to remote working for the foreseeable future, anti-money laundering service, Smart Search, has announced the launch of dedicated cover to help businesses remain compliant with money-laundering laws over the
Powered by LawFuel – International law firm Ashurst has broadened its client offering with the launch of Ashurst Consulting, a new business line providing specialist consulting services that complement the firm’s core legal services. The move comes as clients increasingly seek holistic solutions that help them comply with the complex regulatory and legal frameworks in
Law Firm Launches Consulting Service To Complement Legal Services Read More »
TODD & WALKER Law is extremely proud to be able to announce some positive news amongst tough recent weeks. Peter Sygrove and Louise Denton are joining Graeme Todd and Michael Walker as Principals from today, 1 April 2020.The decision to continue with these announcements has been given serious consideration. For our communities to be able
Listed law firm DWF slumped after an announcement (below) announcing reduced revenues and sending the shares sliding. DWF is the only law firm listed itself on the main market on the London Stock Exchange. The full statement on the revenue slump is below – The health and wellbeing of our people and clients is paramount,
DWF Growth Slowed By Coronavirus Effect As Shares Slump Read More »
4-5.co.nz – Inextricably linked with organised crime groups, it covers a far wider range of social problems in the UK and elsewhere than is often appreciated including county lines drugs, gangs and child sexual exploitation, gun and knife crime and even social housing. Our innovative work with police, local authorities and other partner agencies has
Modern Slavery is A Growing Problem Across the World Read More »
Powered by LawFuel – (March 30, 2020) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has released the results of its COVID-19 Flash Survey Report. The survey, completed by more than 900 employers based in North America and with operations around the world, gauged their key concerns and actions in response to the
Littler COVID-19 Survey Reveals Top Employer Concerns and Workplace Implications Read More »
Powered by LawFuel – Known for her resilience and forward-thinking, Jennifer Caldwell is a force to be reckoned with. As a senior partner in Buddle Findlay’s Auckland resource management team, Caldwell works on New Zealand’s largest infrastructure projects, and is well-positioned to take the reins as Buddle Findlay’s National Chair from 1 April. Looking ahead
New Chair at Buddle Findlay as Firm Celebrates 125 Years Read More »
