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Simon Lock

Simon Lock

Simon joined Law.com International in June 2019 after finishing his degree in investigative journalism at City, University of London. His areas of focus include legal tech, insurance, and intellectual property. [email protected]

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June 14, 2021 | International Edition

Two More Top Firms Offer to Cover Costs of Staff Fertility Treatment

The schemes will apply to U.K. employees at both firms and are the latest examples of law firms extending staff health benefits.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 11, 2021 | International Edition

It's Crowded At The Top: How the UK Top 15 Has Changed Since 2007

Watch an animated race between the largest UK-based law firms over the last 14 years.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 11, 2021 | International Edition

UAE Boutique Set Up By Ex-Clydes Partner Eyes London Launch

The firm has established a new UK LLP.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read

June 10, 2021 | International Edition

Ince Loses Another Shipping Partner to Nordic Rival

The move comes a year after the firm poached Ince's global trade chief and a commodities disputes partner to build its London base.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 10, 2021 | International Edition

Clydes Elects First Female, First Non-UK Senior Partner

Her election follows the early resignation of predecessor Peter Hirst, who stepped down just a year into his five-year term.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 08, 2021 | International Edition

Flexible Working Policies: The Latest Firm-By-Firm Guide

An updated round-up of how the top law firms plan to balance office and remote working after the COVID-19 restrictions lift.

By Meganne Tillay | Simon Lock

9 minute read

June 08, 2021 | International Edition

Linklaters Builds Out New US Practice With Partner Hire

The New York partner will join as co-chair of the firm's newly-launched U.S. data solutions, cyber and privacy practice.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 07, 2021 | International Edition

The Firms With the Best (and Worst) Gender Diversity for UK Partner Promotions

The U.K. Top 30 had their best year ever for gender diversity in partner promotions, but how do the firms compare?

By Simon Lock

6 minute read

June 07, 2021 | International Edition

Allen & Overy German Private Equity Partner Quits for US Firm

The partner specialises in real estate fund work.

By Simon Lock

2 minute read

June 07, 2021 | International Edition

UK Law Firm Among First To Introduce Pregnancy Loss Leave Policy

It is one of the first policies among U.K. law firms to specifically focus on pregnancy loss, the firm says.

By Simon Lock

3 minute read