City heavyweight Allen & Overy (A&O) is under investigation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for its conduct in the Weinstein saga, the regulator’s chief executive has admitted to a Parliamentary committee.
The investigation into the firm’s handling of the non-disclosure agreement (NDA), drafted by A&O employment partner Mark Mansell for Hollywood film producer Harvey Weinstein, came to light today (25 April) as the Women and Equalities committee questioned SRA boss Paul Philip during an evidence session. Continue reading “SRA admits to A&O Weinstein probe as MPs turn up the heat on regulator for ‘cosy’ interview with City giant”