The dark art of the deal: the oligarch who lost a billion in the art market
From the magazine: Dmitry Rybolovlev built a multibillion-dollar fortune and navigated the vagaries of Putin's Russia. But nothing had prepared…
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Cyber attacks on UK law firms on the rise
The number of UK law firms falling victim to cyber-attacks is on the rise. A total of 226 firms were…
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The best reputation and privacy lawyers 2024
The law can be on your side in managing your reputation, privacy and security. Spear's presents the definitive ranking of…
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The velvet glove: why Schillings is branching out into strategic communications
UHNW clients may benefit from the lighter touch offered by the law firm's new outfit, Schillings Communications
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Potanina v Potanin judgment ‘narrows the window for divorce tourists’ in London
Mr Potanin has achieved a 'landmark victory' that sends a 'warning shot' to those looking to take advantage of English…
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Family law firms AFP and BloomBudd announce surprise ‘super-boutique’ merger
Zoë Bloom has teamed up with one of London’s most prominent boutiques in a ‘highly unusual’ move that brings together…
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Divorce transparency rules at risk of exploitation
A new pilot aims to open up family courts. But there are risks, too
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Generation prenup: will younger HNWs drive UK rise?
A societal shift in the attitude towards prenups will drive a rise in the number of agreements, explains Sarah Jane…
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Ceri Griffiths, winner of Private Client Innovation of the Year, is on a mission to empower women
Spear's Awards 2023 winner: Ceri Griffiths, winner of Private Client Innovation of the Year, founded Willow Brook Lifestyle Financial Planning…
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Sotheby’s taps up former private client lawyer for European leadership role
Julian Washington brings his experience as a private client lawyer and in wealth management business development to the auction house
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Reputation management in 2023: TikTok, SLAPPs and Schillings’ new PR division
Seismic departures and major cases shaped the reputation management landscape over the last 12 months
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Family law in 2023: the divorces, milestones and landmark cases that shaped the year
There multi-billion pound divorces and landmark judgments in 2023. But uncertainty is on the horizon
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Why now might be the time to get your affairs in order
From considering your legacy to fine-tuning your will, the end of the year presents the perfect time to get your…
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Worried about children-in-law inheriting your wealth? This is how to avoid it
When an inheritance becomes matrimonial property then how can your assets be ring-fenced for your child’s benefit on your death?
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Spear’s Awards 2023: David Allison is named Lawyer of the Year – Family Law
Introducing the finalists for Lawyer of the Year – Family Law, in association with SilverBell Global
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Shakira tax fraud case highlights perils of cross-border tax requirements for ‘nomadic’ UHNWs
Shakira settled a €14.5 million bill in Spain that hinged on where the singer lived during the disputed period. It's…
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The issue of 'forum shopping' is central to this case between Russian billionaire Vladimir Potanin and his wife, Natalia Potanina,…
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Maggie Rae, the ‘grande dame of divorce’ who represented Princess Diana, has died
Highly respected and admired by colleagues and clients alike, Maggie Rae was one of Britain's leading family lawyers
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Meet Diana Hamade, Dubai’s divorce doyenne
Recognised by her peers as a leading practitioner of family law in the Middle East, family lawyer Diana Hamade reigns…
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The Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel case highlights the costly risk of planning regulation breaches – this is how to avoid them
Leading property lawyers explain what the headline-making Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel case can teach other developers
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