Emma Kaye reports on how uncertain market conditions are intensifying pressure on law firms
Susan Knox outlines the advantages of electronic disclosure in EU litigation
Iain Sheridan proposes a brave alternative to the hourly billing system
Over one-third (37%) of leading UK companies use a restricted panel of approved law firms for allocating their legal work, according to research.
The Law Society has applied to the European Court of Justice for leave to intervene in the Akzo Nobel case, an appeal against a recent judgment that legal professional privilege does not cover communications between company personnel and in-house lawyers during EU cartel investigations.
Gibson Dunn adds employee benefits and executive compensation practice in London with partner Richard Surtees
Laytons ETL appoints new partner and head of intellectual property disputes
Specialist associate solicitor rejoins Muckle’s leading employment team