Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
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WH Smith targets ex-bosses' bonuses after £50m accounting error
WH Smith's profits plummet to £16m as the FCA launches a formal investigation. The retailer is attempting to recover £7m in bonuses from former executives. Read the full story.
Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in $3.6bn Merger Talks
Global law firms Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft are in advanced merger discussions. The $3.6bn deal would create a transatlantic legal powerhouse. Read the full story.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Accenture AI bookings top $2bn amid revenue growth
Accenture reports over $2bn in AI-related bookings for Q3, driving a 5% revenue increase. Discover how generative AI is reshaping the consulting giant's strategy and client demand.
BP names first female CEO in major leadership shake-up
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female chief executive to accelerate a strategic pivot back to oil and gas. Discover the investor pressure driving this historic change.
Gibson Dunn promotes record 13 to partner in London
US law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher promotes a record 13 lawyers to partner in its London office, marking its largest City promotion round ever. Discover the key figures and strategic focus.
Latham's Pay Wars & Paul Weiss Poaching: Top Legal Stories 2025
A look back at the seismic shifts in the UK legal market in 2025, from Latham & Watkins' pay battle and Paul Weiss's aggressive hiring to Ashurst's renewed US ambitions. Discover the stories that defined the year.
Baby of brain-dead mum remains in NICU for Christmas
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
Inside the Law Firm Betting on 5-Star Client Service
Discover how Addleshaw Goddard is using personalised hospitality, from birthday cookies to fine dining, to stand out in London's competitive legal market and win client loyalty.
Hotel Profits Fall as Costs Rise in UK and London
UK hotels face a profit squeeze as rising costs outpace increased demand and room rates. Experts warn of challenges from wage hikes and frozen tax thresholds. Read the full analysis.
Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Martin O'Neill's Remarkable Interim Celtic Return
Martin O'Neill's legendary status at Celtic Park has been cemented after a stunning seven-game interim spell. The 73-year-old delivered six wins, including an Old Firm victory, before stepping aside.
A&O Shearman's top staff take home £43m after merger
Senior figures at the newly merged law giant A&O Shearman shared a £43.3m payout in the year following its creation. Discover the financial details and strategic implications.
Peel Hunt profits jump 800% to £11.5m on deal rebound
London broker Peel Hunt reports an 800% profit surge to £11.5m, driven by a revival in corporate dealmaking. Discover the key figures and strategic outlook for the UK investment bank.
M&B profits jump 20% amid £130m cost pressures
Mitchells & Butlers reports strong £2.7bn revenue and 20% profit growth while facing £130m cost pressures from wage hikes and inflation. Discover how pub giants navigate economic challenges.
Labour's North Sea oil policy contradictions exposed
Labour's North Sea oil strategy faces criticism as energy department's pragmatic licensing clashes with Treasury's windfall tax, creating uncertainty for jobs and investment.
Pets at Home profits dive 33.5% in half-year results
Pets at Home reports 33.5% profit drop to £36.2m as retail business falters. Interim CEO announces urgent action needed to return to retailing roots. Read the full analysis.
Weil Elevates Four London Lawyers to Partner
International law firm Weil promotes four London lawyers to partner in 17-strong global promotion round, strengthening corporate and litigation practices.
B&Q Owner Kingfisher Raises Profit Forecast to £570m
B&Q owner Kingfisher boosts profit outlook despite softening UK retail market. Discover how strong management drives success in challenging economic conditions.
easyJet's new Stansted-Paris flights start 2026
easyJet announces new Stansted to Paris flights starting March 2026, alongside better-than-expected annual profits driven by package holiday demand. Book your seats now!
EasyJet profits climb as holidays sell well
EasyJet reports a 9% rise in annual profits to £665m, driven by strong demand for package holidays. Discover how popular destinations and strategic expansion fuel growth.
NY Law Firm in £30m Private Equity Deal Talks
New York's Cohen & Gresser is negotiating a £30m private equity stake sale, reflecting a major shift in US legal industry funding. Discover how firms are bypassing ownership laws.
Ashurst and Perkins Coie Overhaul Partner Pay in Merger
Global law firms Ashurst and Perkins Coie are restructuring partner compensation as their groundbreaking merger progresses. Discover how this strategic move will reshape the legal landscape.
Clifford Chance AI redundancies hit London roles
Magic circle law firm Clifford Chance is making 55 London business services roles redundant, citing AI adoption and work moving to hubs. Read the full analysis.
Law Firms Rule Out Private Equity Deal After Merger
Ashurst and Perkins Coie abandon private equity partnership plans following their transatlantic merger. Discover what this means for the legal sector.
MHA revenue up 13% after London listing success
MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.
Cravath's City Lawyers Get £100k Bonuses
Cravath Swaine & Moore offers London lawyers special bonuses up to $150k as US law firms intensify competition for UK legal talent. Discover the impact.
Slovenia law turns Roma areas into security zones
Slovenia passes controversial 'Šutar law' granting police sweeping powers in Roma neighbourhoods, sparking EU discrimination concerns. Critics warn it targets an entire minority.
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