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Our latest Asia Legal Market report reveals a busy month in Hong Kong, with major partner team hires by Chinese firms Jingtian & Gongcheng, Guantao, and international heavyweight Hogan Lovells. Kirkland & Ellis also made waves, promoting six partners from its Hong Kong office in their global round, while UK firm DAC Beachcroft launched in the city, highlighting the region’s continued significance. Elsewhere, mainland China, India and Japan saw ongoing expansion by domestic firms, but US firms’ interest in China continues to wane, with Perkins Coie the latest to announce an office closure. Click through to read the full update and get all the insights on key openings, closures and lateral moves across Asia. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eV9SpuTJ #LegalMarketUpdate #AsiaLegal #HongKongLaw #LateralMoves #LegalRecruitment

Today, the team took a break from our desk to enjoy a lunchtime walk in support of our 2024 distance challenge, raising funds for charity and at the same time celebrating World Mental Health Day. 🚶♂️🚶♀️ Walking is just one of the ways we can try to prioritise physical and mental well-being, and it's a reminder of how small actions can make a big difference. To everyone, we wish you good mental health and the time and space to care for yourselves. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #DistanceChallenge #TeamWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters

We are celebrating a very important milestone this week as our Co-CEO, Adam Brown, marks 20 years with SSQ. Since joining in 2004, Adam has played a pivotal role in shaping SSQ’s strategy and growth, while also making his mark as one of London’s foremost partner recruiters and strategic advisors to law firms. With a proven track record of placing partners and teams at many of the world's leading firms and spearheading the launch of multiple Am Law offices in London and Europe, Adam’s influence on the legal market, particularly within M&A, private capital, and complex disputes, has been transformative. Please join us in congratulating Adam on his 20-year anniversary and in recognising the lasting impact of his leadership and vision at SSQ! 🎉 #WorkAnniversary #20years #Leadership #TeamCelebration

As highlighted in the 2024-5 HSBC x Burlington Media Group Law Firm Strategy & Investment Survey, firms are navigating rapid global shifts, driven by international expansion, fierce competition for top talent and the growing influence of technology such as AI. How are these trends shaping law firm strategy, and what does it mean for the growth of the industry? In our latest article, we explore insights from the survey results, including: 🌏 The surge in international expansion across top firms 🏆 Increasing competition for legal talent and its impact on lateral hiring 👨💻 The rise of AI and technology in legal practice, reshaping firm operations At SSQ, we stay ahead of industry dynamics and have the global expertise to help law firms hire the right talent in this evolving landscape. Read more at the link below and get in touch to discuss your evolving team needs.

Today marks one year since we moved into our London headquarters at Devonshire Square, and what a year it’s been! 🎉 This space has seen incredible collaboration, growth, and success across our teams. From milestone achievements to everyday moments that make SSQ a fantastic place to work, DSQ has become our home base for innovation and connection. We’re excited about what the future holds as we continue to evolve and deliver the best to our clients and candidates, both in London and globally. Here’s to many more milestones ahead! 🙌🌍 #Anniversary #HQ #LegalRecruitment #DSQ #DevonshireSquare

We're on our way to Dubai! ☀ The team has now passed four (hola Madrid!) of our nine global office locations on our 2024 Distance Challenge, covering over 20% of our 35,000km total route. We are supporting World Child Cancer, Malala Fund and Right To Play with this challenge, three amazing charities dedicated to promoting child welfare, from improving diagnosis of and access to treatment, to advocating for education and empowering children through play. 📚🏓 Congratulations to everyone for your efforts so far, and to the combined New York and Dubai group in particular, who have taken the initial team lead. With 27,000km left to go it's still wide open, and every step counts towards raising more money for the crucial work of these charities, so keep pushing forward and good luck! 💪 #DistanceChallenge #CharityFundraising #CharitySupport

Shana Tova from all of us at SSQ! 🍎🍯   As Rosh Hashanah begins, we wish our clients, candidates and colleagues a sweet, prosperous and peaceful new year. May this season bring new opportunities and fresh perspectives for all. Shanah tovah u'metukah – wishing you a year of success and good health! 🌟 #RoshHashanah #NewYear #ShanahTovah

The last decade has seen a significant shift in the focus of UK law firms, driven by economic uncertainty, Brexit, and ambitious growth strategies. Firms that once concentrated heavily on the UK market have expanded aggressively across international borders. 📈 The Lawyer's latest Passport report notes that in 2024, more than two-thirds of the UK’s top 50 firms generate a substantial portion of their revenue from outside the UK, with 11 seeing non-UK revenues soar by over 60% in just five years - and several by over 100 or even 200%. Compare this to late 2016, when it was only 11 firms of the top 50 who generated more than half their revenue abroad. As firms continue to establish new offices in Europe and beyond, the trend of internationalisation is reshaping global legal markets. Now more than ever, the demand for legal talent with cross-border experience is paramount. 🌍 At SSQ, we support this evolution in the legal industry. With offices across Europe, the US, the Middle East and Asia, our global recruitment capabilities ensure that we connect law firms and businesses with the right legal talent wherever they need it. Reach out to learn how we can support your international hiring needs. #LegalRecruitment #LegalMarkets #OfficeOpening #PrivatePractice

We’re very pleased to welcome Lizzie Dashley to SSQ as a Resourcer in our Law Firm team! 🎉 Lizzie joins us with an MSc in Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences from the University of Birmingham and a background working in a variety of settings, from cardiac rehabilitation to personal training and coaching. A keen rower, she even represented England in 2023 and now races for the London Rowing Club! 🚣♀️💪 All these experiences have equipped her with the initiative, drive and perseverance that we know will make her a valuable asset to our team. Welcome aboard, Lizzie! We’re looking forward to seeing your skills in action! 👋 #WelcomeToTheTeam #DreamTeam #MeetTheTeam #LegalRecruitment

We're proud to be supporting the search for a Senior Legal Counsel for a leading scientific research charity dedicated to funding some of the most significant medical advancements of the 21st century. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of ground-breaking research. 🧬🔬 🔎 What we're looking for: - An experienced legal professional with 7+ years PQE - Expertise in the commercial, intellectual property, life sciences and charity sectors 🎯 Is this you? If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, reach out to Chloe Graham at chloe.graham@ssq.com for more details. #LegalJobs #LegalRecruitment #LifeSciences #CharityJobs #InHouseCounsel #IntellectualProperty