DLA Piper advises GigCapital7 in US$200 million IPO
GigCapital7 IPO – DLA Advise DLA Piper recently provided legal counsel to GigCapital7, a blank check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, during the successful completion of its initial public offering, which raised US$200 million by issuing 20 million units priced at US$10 each. These units are set to be listed on NASDAQ and will […]
Why Is the African Mining Industry Facing Challenges?
Warren Beech is the CEO of Beech Veltman – a leading South African law firm, specialising in the mining, infrastructure, and natural resources sector. Lawyer Monthly recently caught up with Warren to discover why the African mining industry is facing challenges. Shaping Africa’s Mining Industry My career as a specialist mining and natural resources lawyer was completely […]
Equal Pay Claim For Same Job
Equal Pay Claim For Same Job – Is it illegal in the UK? This week more than 3,500 current and former workers at leading high street retailer Next have won the final stage of a six-year legal battle for equal pay. Next could now face costs in excess of £30m+ with thousands of pounds payable […]
7 Important Legal Tips When Buying A Home
7 Important Legal Tips When Buying A Home Buying a house or apartment at any stage in life can be stressful and provide moments of uncertainty. This is due to the nature of the process and the fact that multiple parties are involved throughout, including, but not limited to (Real estate agents, lenders (banks), lawyers, […]
What is the new EU visa waiver scheme and how does it work?
What is the new EU visa waiver scheme and how does it work? The European Union is set to implement a €7 (£6) visa waiver for certain non-EU nationals, including British citizens, by the summer of 2025. According to the forthcoming regulations, travelers from designated non-EU nations, the UK included, will be required to obtain […]
Social Media and the Legal System: A Double-Edged Sword
Social Media and the Legal System: A Double-Edged Sword In the digital age, social media has become an omnipresent force, influencing nearly every aspect of daily life, including the legal system. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok offer a public forum for discussion, information dissemination, and even evidence gathering. However, the intersection of social […]
Christopher Morvillo – Confirmed Dead
Christopher Morvillo – Confirmed Dead – The Italian coastguard has confirmed the identification of five individuals whose bodies were recovered following the sinking of a superyacht. Among the deceased is British technology entrepreneur Mike Lynch. Additionally, the identities of Jonathan Bloomer, his spouse Judith Bloomer, attorney Christopher Morvillo, and his wife Neda Morvillo have also been […]
DRAMATIC SEARCH – Who is Chris Morvillo? A lawyer from Clifford Chance is currently unaccounted for following the sinking of the Bayesian yacht off the coast of Sicily.
New York based Clifford Chance Partner Christopher J Morvillo is one of the few individuals reported missing following the sinking of a luxury yacht during a storm near Sicily. The vessel, known as the Bayesian, was carrying a total of 22 individuals, comprising 12 passengers and 10 crew members at the time of the incident. […]
AutoScout24 Finalizes Agreement to Acquire TRADER Corporation
Kirkland & Ellis advised Thoma Bravo and TRADER Corporation, operator of Canada’s leading online automotive marketplaces, on the sale of TRADER Corporation to AutoScout24, the leading pan-European online automotive marketplace. In conjunction with this acquisition, funds affiliated with existing majority shareholder Hellman & Friedman will make a meaningful incremental equity investment in AutoScout24. The transaction […]
Disney Agrees to Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit to be Decided in Court
The Walt Disney Company has consented to allow a court to adjudicate a wrongful death lawsuit filed by a widower in Florida, after previously contending that the matter should be resolved through arbitration due to the man’s enrollment in a trial of the Disney+ streaming service in 2019. The lawsuit was initiated by the husband […]
The Top Richest Lawyers in the World
Who holds the title of the wealthiest lawyer globally? The legal profession is among the highest-paying careers. Nevertheless, certain attorneys have accumulated wealth that is beyond the imagination of the average person. Lawyer Monthly explores some of the top richest lawyers in the world and the means by which they have generated their substantial fortunes. […]
Elon Musk Takes on Unilever and Major Corporations in Federal Court:
A Legal Battle Over Advertising Revenue The Lawsuit This week, Elon Musk is back in the headlines for a bold legal move against multiple major corporations. Since acquiring the social media platform now called X in 2022, the platform’s advertising revenue plummeted by over 50% within the first year. Elon Musk is accusing these […]