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What makes a transatlantic law firm merger work?

Ben Sanderson examines the strategic, regulatory and cultural considerations shaping successful mergers between UK and US law firms

Divorce rates in England and Wales show slight increase

The ONS reports a small rise in divorce statistics for 2025, highlighting evolving societal trends in relationships

Testing finds alarming PFAS levels in Thornton Cleveleys

Recent blood tests on Thornton Cleveleys residents reveal significant health risks linked to chemical exposure

DMH Stallard advises on BDX Group acquisition

DMH Stallard's guidance has been pivotal in the successful acquisition of Socrates Imaging B.V. and Socrates Imaging Ltd by BDX Group Ltd and Socrates Holdings...

Excello Law expands with new team

Excello Law has welcomed a former Irwin Mitchell team to establish Hestia Private Client as part of its innovative model

Express Solicitors rises in UK 200

Express Solicitors has achieved a remarkable leap in The Lawyer UK 200 rankings, reflecting impressive growth

Edward Downer joins Ropes & Gray

Ropes & Gray bolsters European restructuring team with Edward Downer's expertise amid rising client demand for advisory services

Cohabitation and intestacy reform: the certainty problem

Proposals to extend intestacy rights to cohabitants risk introducing uncertainty into a system built around clear legal status