Linklaters has boosted its capital and credit solutions practice in London by hiring Paul Hastings’ co-chair of the London office, Mei Lian, who has spent five years at Paul Hastings after serving a term at Shearman & Sterling. The Linklaters media announcement on the hire is below – Linklaters strengthens Corporate and Structured Lending practice […]
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The debate over the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) has reached a critical moment—one now drawing high-level voices into the fray. Former NZX Limited Chair Andrew Harmos has thrown his weight behind calls for a full investigation into how MBIE arrived at the now-infamous $12.9 billion figure—an estimate that has dramatically shaped both
The Legal AI Lawyer Re-Shaping The Way Lawyers Act Tom Borman, LawFuel contributing editor Before Sarah Johansson helped build one of the legal industry’s most promising AI products, she was deep in the trenches of litigation: reading thousands of case documents, drafting letters, researching precedents, and wondering why so many parts of the legal process
London-based Freshfields continues its US expansion, after opening its fourth US office earlier this year and has re-elected Georgia Dawson as Senior Partner for another term. Dawson oversaw the firm refreshing its brand to ensure it was entirely future-focused. The media release for the appointment is below – Global law firm Freshfields has announced the
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“Clowns”, “Wankers”, Says Lawyer To Law Society Well, well, well. If there’s ever been a masterclass in how to spectacularly torpedo your legal career while simultaneously confirming every awful stereotype about lawyers, George Sideris just delivered it — gift-wrapped with a bow made of profanity and middle-finger emojis. This delightfully unhinged NSW solicitor managed to get himself
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US construction attorney Jerry Brodsky, who has long been recognized for his leadership in guiding some of the most complex infrastructure projects in the Western Hemisphere, has launched Jerry Brodsky Legal , a Miami-based boutique law firm focused exclusively on construction law and dispute resolution across the Americas. A native of Peru, Jerry Brodsky’s legacy
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When privacy, power, and porn allegations collide in the highest office of law enforcement — with a side of Kafka John Bowie, LawFuel publisher Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming sought a superinjunction to suppress media reporting on allegations of child exploitation and bestiality content found on his work devices. His lawyer? Ex-journalist and TVNZ
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Reality TV Lawyer Sues for Pregnancy Discrimination Summer Irvin, once on First Dates, now finds herself in a legal showdown with her former employer over claims of unfair dismissal after disclosing her pregnancy. The $230K lawsuit highlights workplace discrimination concerns in Australia’s legal sector. A young lawyer who once charmed viewers on First Dates is
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Seward & Kissel LLP announced that Jacob Comer has joined as partner in the Firm’s Investment Management practice specializing in venture capital formation and transactions. Comer has extensive experience leading fund formation, cross-border fundraising, and complex deal structuring. He has a background as both a legal and investment executive overseeing regulatory strategy, fund launches, and high-stakes transactions.
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Cooley’s London law office continues its expansion since its opening in the city 10 years ago and continues to build its work as a tech law and M&A powerhouse with the recruitment of Jonathan Cohen. Their press release is below – London – 15 July 2025 – Jonathan Cohen has joined Cooley as a partner in the firm’s
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