Devereux has announced that Ingrid Simler QC has been elected to succeed Colin Edelman QC as head of chambers.
The members of 20 Essex Street have announced that Stephen Atherton QC and Blair Leahy, formerly of South Square Chambers, have both joined chambers this month.
Cripps Harries Hall LLP has appointed Alex Davies, partner and head of the family team, and Benjamin Carter, solicitor.
Manches Thames Valley has recruited Rich Eldridge as the new head of finance.
Kingsley Napley LLP has recruited Caroline DeLaney as a partner in the dispute resolution department, focusing on real estate disputes.
HLE blogger Simon Hetherington delves into the legality of the Scottish referendum
Litigation funders should be kept at “arm’s length”
Committee urges new law to tackle rising whiplash claims
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (SSWP) accused of clogging up legal system
Nearly 77,000 Londoners will lose access to legal aid under current government plans
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Gibson Dunn—Richard Surtees
Gibson Dunn adds employee benefits and executive compensation practice in London with partner Richard Surtees
Laytons ETL—Alec Cameron
Laytons ETL appoints new partner and head of intellectual property disputes
Muckle LLP—Roland Fairlamb
Specialist associate solicitor rejoins Muckle’s leading employment team
