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Kent law firm Thackray Williams LLP open to merger after record results ⚖️🪙 Thackray Williams has posted its best results yet for the financial year 2023/24, positioning it for potential inclusion among the UK’s top 200 law firms later this year. The firm was formed in 2004 following the merger of Thackray Wood and Leigh Williams, and is headquartered in Bromley with offices in Kent. It’s just revealed annual revenues of £12.2 million – up 9.1 per cent on the year prior. The firm’s private wealth department saw the highest growth (24 per cent), followed by the leasehold department (15 per cent) and both employment and corporate (11 per cent). The news follows the launch of a new strategy built around six core sectors – private wealth, real estate, sport, retail-hospitality and leisure, financial and professional services, and education. It also comes alongside expansion in the firm’s corporate/commercial division, which has seen revenues grow 27 per cent over the past three years. Simon Slater, non-executive chair, said... Continue reading... https://lnkd.in/gfi5yVyZ #law #legal #merger #deals #results #finance #opportunity #businessnews #businessintelligence

NEW: Despite years of struggling to be taken seriously across the pond, Britain’s so-called Magic Circle of elite law firms refuse to give up their American dream. Clifford Chance, Linklaters and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer are going full throttle with expansion efforts in America’s lucrative legal market by aggressively poaching rainmakers to fill burgeoning offices in New York and beyond. Paul Lewis, Linklaters’ managing partner, last week even suggested that the firm is open to a transatlantic merger, just months after Magic Circle member Allen & Overy and New York’s Shearman & Sterling combined to create A&O Shearman. It raises questions about the future of the Magic Circle’s homebody and remaining member: Slaughter and May. My latest feature below looks at how Slaughter and May fell out of the Magic Circle – and why it might not want back in

C a L i F o R i A L o V e.... ☀ 🏝 ☀ 🏝 ☀ I'm thrilled about our firm's expansion into the Los Angeles, California market! Through this comes the addition of Dan Offner and his amazing team members to our Venture Best® group and a unique suite of #legal #startup products and services for #entrepreneurs call StartUpProgram (SUP). #venture #venturelaw #VC #venturecapital

Congratulations to partners Raam Jani and Jordan Bethea at BakerHostetler advising ConData and to Kirkland & Ellis advising Astira Capital Partners in the acquisition. read more on Global Legal Chronicle

A really insightful morning thanks to EMW Law LLP - B Corp Certified This morning they hosted their housing conference which gave an insight into the latest market news and a planning update. These talks were then followed by a talk about the current housing crisis, more specifically social housing, and what plans are in place within the region and across the country to help tackle this crisis. Included in this talk was what the future is for s106 acquisitions. #planning #housing #residential #market #commercial

The American Lawyer's recent article, "The Goldilocks Solution to Law Firm Growth," explores the rising trend of large group liftouts as a balanced approach to firm expansion. According to industry insights, these group hires strike the perfect balance between individual lateral moves and full-firm acquisitions. Jon Truster, a partner in our New York office, states, “Group lateral hires bring a cohesive team and client base, minimizing risks and maximizing growth potential.” Read the full article from Justin Henry to discover why this strategy is deemed "just right" for law firms*: https://lnkd.in/egt8dix9 *Note this does sit behind a pay wall and a subscription may be needed to read the full article.

Five years after the merger between U.S.-based Bryan Cave and UK-based Leighton Paisner, the combined law firm was thriving, but its website was a different story. Although packed with information, it lacked a cohesive strategy and a clear path to priority content. The firm adopted a phased approach to updating the site, starting with noticeable improvements in key areas. #legalmarketing #lawfirmmarketing #webdesign #webstrategy

In the ever-evolving world of law, the industry has shown remarkable resilience. This resilience highlights the overall strength and success of the sector in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. Our latest research offers a comprehensive look into how law firms are adapting to the dynamic business environment, demonstrating innovative strategies and forward-thinking approaches. These insights reveal the creative manoeuvres of firms as they continue to thrive amidst change. - Allen & Overy LLP merged with Shearman & Sterling in May 2024, creating the mega firm A&O Shearman - Radcliffe Lebrasseur was acquired by Weightmans in October 2023. - Mishcon de Reya LLP acquired Taylor Vinters in January 2023. - Solaris Law acquired Shoosmiths' business-to-business recoveries division in a private equity-backed merger in 2024. Explore the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q02ShJxN0 As you delve into the full article, consider how these findings might relate to your own experiences or observations in the legal field. How do you perceive the current trends and challenges facing law firms today? Are there particular strategies or innovations you're seeing that are leading to success? Share your thoughts and join the conversation. We would love to hear your perspective! Discover more about Atlas by Codex Edge and how it empowers smarter decisions with data-driven intelligence. Interested in learning more? Schedule a meeting with us here: https://hubs.la/Q02ShFM20 ATLAS by Codex Edge Enabling Smarter Decisions with Data-Driven Intelligence #LawFirmMergers #LegalTrends #UKLaw

Congratulations to Calfee client Highview Capital's portfolio company Autowrecking.com | B&R Auto Wrecking on acquiring Reno Auto Wrecking. This acquisition boosts B&R’s presence in Nevada and further strengthens its delivery network throughout the Western U.S. Supported by a single capital source, Highview invests in middle-market businesses at critical inflection points to drive transformative change and create value. With over 20 locations in the Western U.S., B&R’s 2023 partnership with Highview accelerated its regional growth. Calfee’s legal team was co-led by Firm Vice Chair and Corporate and Finance Partner Terry Doyle and Corporate and Finance Partner Adam Pretty. Real Estate Partner Karla Rogers and Real Estate Associate Attorney Joshua Berggrun handled all real estate-related legal matters for the transaction. Learn more at the following link: https://lnkd.in/eUB6Txw8 #privateequity #mergersandacquisitions #businesslaw

‘Bold move’: Paul Weiss’s IP team on London landgrab https://lnkd.in/eJKcD-Pz IP partners at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP discuss the firm’s aggressive London expansion and explain why IP is becoming crucial to lucrative finance and M&A deals. Insight from John Patten and Claudine Meredith-Goujon #paulweiss #ipstrategy #london #expansion