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Legal Aid systems in crisis: urgent action needed

As the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) convenes for an oral evidence session, the Law Society has put forth urgent recommendations aimed at addressing the critical issues plaguing these vital services

Allen & Overy expands into Saudi Arabia with Riyadh office launch

This expansion comes ahead of the eagerly anticipated merger between Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, forming A&O Shearman, scheduled for May 1

Katten expands London financial services arm with trio of new partners focused on investment management

London-based law firm Katten Muchin Rosenman UK LLP (Katten) has announced the addition of three new partners to its London office, further bolstering its financial services offerings

Allen & Overy advises Virgin Group on Nationwide Building Society's acquisition of Virgin Money

In a significant move within the financial sector, Allen & Overy has been engaged to advise Virgin Group as a shareholder, brand licensor, and loyalty program provider in connection with Nationwide Building Society's proposed acquisition of Virgin Money for GBP 2.9 billion

MSP Capital strengthens legal expertise with appointment of new head of legal

Property finance lender MSP Capital has announced the appointment of Dan Curtis as its new Head of In-house Legal, signalling a significant addition to its legal team

Addressing inequality: Access to Legal Aid in inquests involving public bodies

The glaring inequality of arms in inquests involving public bodies has long been a point of contention, with bereaved families often finding themselves at a significant disadvantage when seeking legal aid

SmartSearch secures major investment to propel growth

SmartSearch, a UK-based leader in digital compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) software, has announced a significant equity investment from Triple Private Equity, signifying a pivotal moment for the company's expansion plans

Legal Services Board announces interim leadership arrangements

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has solidified interim leadership measures following the resignation of Matthew Hill, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 2024