The sentencing of former Hogan Lovells litigation partner Christopher Grierson has been delayed until later this month, after he pleaded guilty to defrauding the firm of £1.3m in false travel expenses.

Grierson’s sentencing, which was expected to take place today (3 May) at Southwark Crown Court, has been postponed until 30 May as the result of a “defence request”, according to the Crown Prosecution Service.