Over the past decade, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have transitioned from being peripheral considerations to becoming central tenets of corporate strategy. This shift, driven by increasing awareness of climate change, social justice, and corporate governance issues, is reshaping the corporate world. However, as companies embrace ESG principles, they […]
Technology & Innovation: AI Is Not Our Ally, Yet Generative AI is transforming various aspects of our lives, from writing emails and LinkedIn posts to creating whimsical images of pets as medieval royalty, revolutionizing corporate industries, and producing convincing deepfakes of politicians. As the landscape rapidly changes, many wonder about the future of generative AI. […]
As Mental Health Awareness Month concludes, it seems pertinent to take some time to discuss the topic of mental health, particularly in relation to the legal sector and the professionals who navigate it. Historically, the legal profession has been synonymous with stress, long working hours, competition, and, depending on your area of expertise, exposure to […]
The year 2023 was a dynamic and competitive one for the big law market, as firms sought to expand their capabilities, attract top talent and increase their profitability. Here are some of the key trends and developments that shaped the legal landscape in 2023. Lateral hires: The demand for experienced lawyers remained high, especially […]
The annual PwC law firm survey has showcased the developments for firms within the last year and noted the general trends across the industry in recent years. With a particular focus on four areas across financial performance, people, working capital, and strategy/transformation, here are the main things reported for 2023: 1. Financial Performance Although the […]
We are delighted to share some exciting news from Fides Search! Four of our talented team members have been promoted to new roles, reflecting their hard work and dedication. 🎉 George Eves – Researcher to Delivery Consultant 🎊 Gwendolyn Shaw – Delivery Consultant to Consultant 🎉 Mathew Parker – Consultant to Senior Consultant 🎊 Inka Fukalova – Head […]
The merger between Allen and Overy and Shearman and Sterling has been voted in favour of. As you may have heard, these two firms have been in discussions for some months, exploring the possibility of creating a global powerhouse in the legal industry. This comes after both firms failed to secure other merger deals with […]
Being an eighteen-year-old fresh out of A levels, and with limited real working experience, I found myself thinking that I had similarly limited options in how to approach the working world to fund my forthcoming gap year. As I have seen first-hand, young people in similar situations to mine tend to default to extensive hours […]
In the upper echelons of the legal realm, the landscape of Big Law is undergoing seismic shifts, redefining traditional paradigms whilst casting new light on the roles and statuses of firms, partners, and junior lawyers. As the legal industry stands at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, it is imperative for respective stakeholders to comprehend […]
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