London-based Harbottle & Lewis has elected family lawyer Catherine Bedford as its senior partner, making her the first woman to hold the position in the almost 70-year history of the firm. The firm’s press statement about the announcement is below – Harbottle & Lewis today announces the appointment of Catherine Bedford as Senior Partner, with […]
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The Judiciary has long had the boys club ring about it and the issue in the UK arose recently with a Guardian article looking at whether the tony Garrick Club, named after actor David Garrick, in London’s West End, a male-only enclave for figures in business, the entertainment industry and law, should be a place
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The death of District Court Judge Philip Recordon saw an outpouring of fond memories and respect for the judicial figure and rugby player and lawyer who was actively involved in halting the All Blacks tour of South Africa in 1985. Recordon played a pivotal role as a plaintiff in the legal battle against the New
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Civil Rights Lawyers’ Role in Police Misconduct The fight against police misconduct has gained significant attention, highlighting the importance of constitutional protections. In this context, the role of civil rights lawyers is crucial. These attorneys, equipped with expertise and dedication, navigate the complexities of the legal system to address injustices faced by victims. As students
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Milton Grimes, Former Attorney For Rodney King Milton Grimes, the Los Angeles attorney who rose to fame as the lead attorney for Rodney King 30 and helped with a $3.8 million civil claim on behalf of King, the Black motorist who became the most infamous victim of police brutality in the history of America, has
Kings Counsel Gary Judd has stirred hornets’ nests before with his comments and his substack writing, but his attack upon the Supreme Court’s judicial imperialism and ikanga and kaupapa Māori issues in the judicial system has created inevitable attention and controversy. >> Latest Jobs in New Zealand on the Best Law Jobs Network In a
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Grueling work schedules and the sacrifice of personal wellbeing appeared to be factors in the tragic death of Pinsent Masons’ partner Vanessa Ford; a death which has sparked critical examination of work culture and mental health issues within the legal profession. Reports indicate that Pinsents are taking advice from other City law firms regarding the
The University of Otago’s law faculty is grieving the loss of one of its esteemed alumni, who tragically lost his life in what appears to be a hit-and-run incident in Sydney. Mitch East, 28 was a former Meredith Connell solicitor, who had also worked with the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Christchurch terror attack.
No sooner had former Law Society President and former LawFuel Lawyer of the Year Tiana Epati announced her rooms with Bankside Chambers when husband Matanuku Mahuika joins her side at Bankside too, leaving the firm he co-founded. Mahuika co-founded Kahui Legal with Jamie Ferguson (right) over 20 years ago, who has also retired from the
The mental health struggles and tragic death of big law partner lead to a tribute in LinkedIn from Pinsent Masons partner Matt Morgan, head of finance and restructuring at the law firm and relating to the mental health issues faced by many stressed lawyers. Vanessa Ford was known professionally as Vanessa Heap and she died on September
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