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Steven Nerayoff alleges US firm negligently handled his defence in a federal criminal case

A&O Shearman to cut a tenth of its partnership, close Johannesburg office after merger

Global firm will also shutter its consulting practice, which combines legal and advisory services

Top-tier firms advise on sale of majority interest in Sydney Light Rail project to John Laing

With the deal, John Laing increases its total equity commitment to 95%

81% of Australian law firms are getting phished: survey

The number of cyber-related incidents has risen in the past year

Hogan Lovells to shut down Sydney office

The firm is looking to focus on other markets such London and the US

Disbarred lawyer convicted of fraud amounting to tens of millions of US dollars

Tom Girardi is known for taking on the case that inspired 'Erin Brockovich' flick

Ex-candidate for New York City's top legal post discloses arbitration with Gibson Dunn

Randy Mastro has since withdrawn his nomination for role of NYC's corporation counsel

US District Court awards over US$200,000 in legal fees to Volkswagen in patent suit found frivolous

Plaintiff's arguments in the case show 'chutzpah' and 'some nerve', says US district judge

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