10 h. ago ‘I haven’t seen sunlight in 3 months’: American law firm trainees in London endure 13

‘I haven’t seen sunlight in 3 months’: American law firm trainees in London endure 13-hour days for eye-watering six-figure starting salaries  Fortune

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62 h. ago Prisoner of war, 34, who was held captive in Russian jail for 1,000 days reveals how he survived the constant hunger and endless beatings

Ukrainian journalist Oleksandr Gudilin was captured by Russian soldiers on April 12, 2002 during the siege of Mariupol while fighting as a reservist against invading Russian forces.

Events

5 d. ago Millionaires on the move: What’s driving London’s elite migration to THESE places

Millionaires on the move: What’s driving London’s elite migration to THESE places  Mint

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6 d. ago Trump signs order targeting law firm behind $787.5m Fox defamation suit

Order punishes Susman Godfrey, which helped Dominion Voting Systems get millions from Fox for 2020 election liesDonald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday punishing the law firm that helped Dominion Voting Systems obtain a $787.5m settlement from Fox for lies about the 2020 election.The order against the firm, Susman Godfrey, marks the latest effort by the president to punish attorneys and firms who have opposed his interests. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Former Russian minister found guilty of breaching sanctions in UK first

“We are resolutely committed to increasing pressure on Putin, his cronies, and all those who aid his barbaric war in Ukraine."

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6 d. ago Former Russian minister found guilty of breaching UK sanctions

Dmitrii Ovsiannikov was found guilty at Southwark Crown Court of six out of seven counts of circumventing sanctions.

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6 d. ago Justice Department suggests federal agencies are free to blacklist law firm despite judge's order

The Justice Department has suggested to federal agencies they're free to blacklist a law firm targeted by President Donald Trump despite a judge’s ruling that halted enforcement of an executive order meant to punish it

Society

8 d. ago London Police Team Up With International Law Firm After Elderly Victim Defrauded for $2,580,000

London Police Team Up With International Law Firm After Elderly Victim Defrauded for $2,580,000  The Daily Hodl

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1 week ago Prince William hires Princess Diana's divorce lawyers in landmark decision

Prince William has reportedly hired the same law firm his mother Princess Diana used during her divorce from then Prince Charles to represent him and his family

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1 week ago ‘International man of mystery’ denies aiding Russia sanctions breach, court told

Dmitrii Ovsiannikov, 48, the former mayor of Sevastopol in occupied Crimea, is facing seven counts of circumventing sanctions.

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1 week ago Prince William hires Princess Diana's divorce lawyers in 'palace shock'

Prince William has reportedly instructed the law firm chosen by Princess Diana to handle her divorce from the then Prince Charles to act for him and his family when they need legal representation

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1 week ago Two more law firms reach deals with Trump to avoid executive orders: ‘They’re all bending’

Settlements, one with Doug Emhoff’s firm, come as many fear Trumps’s effort to target firms affiliated with his rivalsTwo more legal firms have reached agreements with Donald Trump to avoid executive orders that could significantly harm their business.The settlements come as many have expressed deep alarm at the president’s effort to target law firms affiliated with his political rivals and see the actions as a thinly-veiled anti-democratic effort to intimidate lawyers from taking cases hostile to the administration. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Scullion LAW promotes Aimee Holmes: A shining example of talent development

Scullion LAW is thrilled to announce the promotion of Aimee Holmes from Administrator to Legal Clerk in the Road Traffic and Criminal Law Team. This exciting career milestone highlights the firm's dedication to nurturing talent and providing top-notch training and development.

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2 w. ago Vladimir Putin conscripts 160,000 Russian troops in biggest military call

The draft came as Washington officials said the likelihood of Russia and Ukraine reaching a peace accord within the next few months has ‘plummeted’

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2 w. ago Sushi rolling, mandarin classes and mushroom shawarma for lunch: inside the new £35,000 a year London nursery

A preschool with ukulele lessons, film-making and cookery lessons. Eilidh Dorgan takes a tour around the school for the offspring of the global elite

Economics

2 w. ago Major international law firm reaches deal with White House, becoming the latest to do so

Another major international law firm has reached a deal with President Donald Trump to dedicate at least $100 million in free legal services to causes such as supporting veterans and combating antisemitism

Society

2 w. ago Settlements agreed over claims of historical sexual abuse at Celtic Boys Club

Celtic Plc settles around 70% of cases in class actionLaw firm expects further settlements in coming weeksA seven-figure payout has been agreed for a lawsuit over claims of historical sexual abuse at Celtic Boys Club, a law firm has said.Thompsons Solicitors is acting for about 30 former Celtic Boys Club players and said about 70% of the cases had been settled by Celtic Plc. The firm expects further settlements in the coming weeks. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Ukraine war briefing: Trump sanctions threat on Russian oil buyers could hit China, India

Trump threatens Putin over ceasefire; Russia claims it has taken control of a Donetsk village. What we know on day 1,132China and India could be affected if Donald Trump introduces tariffs of 25-50% against countries buying Russian oil, analysts and officials have suggested. Dan Sabbagh reports that the US president told NBC he would impose such measures within a month “if a deal isn’t made, and if I think it was Russia’s fault”, as he vented frustration at Vladimir Putin’s delaying tactics and attempts to discredit Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian president.Some countries, including China and India, are not participating in anti-war sanctions against Russian oil. Secondary sanctions or tariffs imposed directly on them by the US could further limit Putin’s access to oil revenue to fund the war. While not joining the international sanctions against Russia, China has been wary about breaching them in case it attracts secondary penalties. Some Chinese banks, for example, have curtail...

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2 w. ago Alleged abuse victims of disgraced Harrods boss Mohamed Al Fayed are set to launch legal action against late billionaire's estate

Law firm Leigh Day said a pre-action letter has been sent to lawyers for the estate on behalf of the women, who worked as nannies and private air stewards for the former Harrods boss.

Economics

2 w. ago Judges block Trump executive orders targeting another two law firms

Lawyers are arguing that Trump’s vengeful orders amount to an assault on the foundations of the legal system and are an unconstitutional retaliation by the president.

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