HFW managing partner Jeremy Shebson and senior partner Giles Kavanagh on sticking to a sector-focused strategy, their working relationship, and why the firm flies under the radar
Tech giants like Apple, Google and Microsoft are reshaping the market - exclusive Legal 500 data drawn from feedback linked to the world’s biggest tech companies reveals which firms are impressing elite GCs, and why AI, commercial nous and sector expertise are key factors
After more than 30 years at Addleshaws, former global disputes head Simon Kamstra looks back on doing deals on Black Monday, his secret DJing sideline and building a career while keeping space for life outside the law
Firm management committee chair talks LB through a lifetime of firsts
McDermott Will & Schulte chair Ira Coleman on his life during law, from leading the 'the little engine that could' Miami office to overseeing a $3bn merger
'The industry is evolving rapidly. Even before the pandemic you could see change coming through the profession.'
Ahead of International Women's Day Nicole Kar, global co-chair of antitrust at Paul Weiss, discusses thriving in the deep end and why there is still more room at the top for women in law
Dejonghe, who was recently named Management Partner of the Year at the LB Awards, on mergers, money and his future plans
DLA Piper’s international head of sustainability and ESG on choosing the law over marrying rich and the perils of life on the road
The Goodwin PE partner on being inspired by <em>The Godfather</em> and loving disco
Kingsley Napley’s Sandra Paul on tackling racism, the age of criminal responsibility and AI
'I’d be asked: "Are you the guy from The Bold and the Beautiful?"'
Newly merged firm sets out ambitions with rapid revenue growth, AI and upper mid-market corporate work on the agenda
Co-managing partner Dennis Horeman on how focus, consistency and an ability to take tough decisions has kept the firm in position in the European elite
From Northridge to Pallas Partners, elite boutiques are attracting top talent, winning premium mandates and scaling fast. With better funding options, new technology and lower barriers to entry, meet the founders and advisers who believe the model’s best days are still to come
European capital markets head Jake Keaveny on the first phase of Proskauer's ambitious finance buildout
Proskauer has recently made waves in London with a quartet of big-name laterals from A&O and Cahill Gordon - part of an ambitious play to build a full-coverage finance practice in the City. LB spoke to the team to find out more
Andrew Masraf on searching for the levers of growth and the value of competition
On the back of the hire of Ross Allardice from White & Case, Latham's private equity leaders set out why their European platform gives them the edge on their rivals
Paul Hastings leaders Frank Lopez and Sherrese Smith on running the firm like an asset manager and why they're front and centre of the firm's ambitious recruitment drive
General counsel weigh in on Brad Karp's resignation as Paul Weiss chair and how they expect law firms to react when crisis hits
After 15 years in London, the Boston firm has been building a presence on the continent with a series of high-profile hires from firms including Linklaters and Latham
Shortlists revealed for four flagship in-house honours - including In-House Team of the Year and GC of the Year - at this year's Legal Business Awards
From partner pay reform to US expansion, AI and overhauling the firm's business services function, Freshfields senior partner Georgia Dawson has been busy. She spoke to LB about her first five years in the role
