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DLA Piper elects Charles Severs as Managing Partner from 2025

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DLA Piper International has elected Charles Severs as its next Managing Partner, effective 1 January 2025. Following his ten-year tenure as International Managing Partner and Global co-CEO, Simon Levine will step away from the role to lead DLA Piper’s innovation and strategic transformation programme in a new role as Strategic Innovation Partner. Charles joined DLA

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Allen & Overy Welcome Five Finance Lawyers From Milbank Ahead of Shearman Merger

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Allen & Overy (A&O) has enlisted a team of five structured finance attorneys based in London, recruited from the American competitor Milbank, in anticipation of its upcoming merger with Shearman & Sterling. The move is a welcome change from the lawyers who have left A&O prior to the Shearman merger, which we recently reported. The

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How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Oregon?

When it comes to personal injury cases, every state has a deadline set for filing. Known as a statute of limitations, you must make sure you file your personal injury case before it expires or you will lose your chance to seek compensation from the at-fault party who caused your injuries. In Oregon, this time

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3 Ways to Find a Perfect Houston Lawyer for Your Case

Introduction Houston has a bustling network of roads. These roads serve as arteries for its metropolitan life. However, this network comes with its unique set of challenges, especially concerning safety. Car accident statistics of the previous years and months in Houston paint a sobering image. They reveal: Houston is the fourth-largest city in the U.S.

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How Personal Injury Law Helps Accident Victims Who’re Unable to Work

Image source In personal injury law, a beacon of hope shines for those whose lives are disrupted by unforeseen accidents. Every year, countless individuals find themselves incapacitated due to injuries sustained in accidents, rendering them unable to work and support themselves and their families. In these dire circumstances, the expertise of an award-winning personal injury

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Successful Injury Lawyer Steve Fields Answers FAQs of Accident Victims

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Image source After an accident, embarking on a journey towards justice can lead to a labyrinth of uncertainties for most causalities and their families. To help you understand some of the involved processes, the famous injury lawyer Steve Fields discusses the frequently asked questions that often confound most accident victims. In his concise answers to

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Regulated UK Law Firms Battle Surge in Financial Crime, Says Survey

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A concerning trend has emerged among regulated firms, with 42 percent reporting an increase in attempts of financial crime according to a recent survey of UK law firms, while over a quarter acknowledge falling victim to such activities. In 2023, nearly half (48 percent) of legal professionals, including solicitors and conveyancers, observed a surge in

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Advice For Selecting the Top Family Lawyer

Selecting a family lawyer is no “mean feat,” and much consideration should go into the process, as with any significant life decisions. It takes more than just locating the most affordable and closest attorney in your area. There is definitely no one-size-fits-all-all! Due to its focus on offering expert legal assistance on a range of

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Cracking the Law Firm Gender Diversity Code: Wheatly MacNamara Cracks The Glass Ceiling At Simpson Thacher’s London Office

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has appointed Wheatly MacNamara, a seasoned real estate lawyer, as the upcoming managing partner of its London office, reflecting a trend towards greater law firm gender diversity, particularly US-based law firms. MacNamara becomes the first woman to hold this position at the top 15 US firm, (which just misses the LawFuel

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