Jack Womack

Jack joined Law.com International as a reporter in November 2021 after finishing his Journalism MA at City, University of London. [email protected]

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August 29, 2024 | International Edition

HSF Expands Hong Kong Private Capital Team with Teneo Hire

Anthony Vasey began his legal career with Slaughter and May in London and Hong Kong before joining White & Case in 2010.

By Jack Womack

2 minute read

August 29, 2024 | International Edition

'Jaded': A Powerful Beckwith-Esque Dismantling of the Legal Industry's Sexual Misconduct Failings

Book review: former London lawyer Ela Lee's novel has the feel of an exposé, laying bare the power dynamics that gave rise to the industry's most devastating scandals.

By Jack Womack

4 minute read

August 28, 2024 | International Edition

Leigh Day Defeats Eversheds to Win Equal Pay Award For Next Employees

Leigh Day said that the amount payable by Next as a result of the win is estimated to be in excess of £30 million.

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2 minute read

August 27, 2024 | International Edition

Pinsent Masons Trials New Measures to Combat Long Hours

The tragic death of an equity partner at the firm in September 2023 prompted discussions within the industry around mental health and intense workloads at major law firms.

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2 minute read

August 22, 2024 | International Edition

'Firms Fear the PR Hit, Not the Sanction': Big Law on Edge After Simpson Thacher AML Prosecution

The London office of another prestigious New York-headquartered law firm has expressed concern over the news this week that Simpson Thacher will face a U.K. tribunal for alleged AML shortcomings.

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5 minute read

August 21, 2024 | International Edition

Google Taps King & Spalding to Sue Kremlin-Owned Broadcaster

The claims are part of a legal battle between Google and Russian state-affiliated media entities which stretches back to 2020.

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3 minute read

August 20, 2024 | International Edition

Businessman Accused of Misappropriating £150M Enlists Hogan Lovells

Thurrock Council has alleged that the businessman used the funds to buy "a private jet, a yacht and country estate in Hampshire".

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2 minute read

August 20, 2024 | International Edition

Ex-Bird & Bird Partner Admits 'Sexually Motivated' Conduct, Abuse of Position

Though consensual, the Brussels-based lawyer acknowledged that his advances were not appropriate "given the power imbalance" between himself and his junior colleague.

By Jack Womack

4 minute read