19th November 2008
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19th November 2008
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New Partner for Dawsons Private Client Department
02nd September 2008
Dawsons LLP continues its expansion in 2008. Matthew Duncan joins the Private Client Team, led by Wynne Thomas and Neil Morris. Read more
Bank Hapoalin Ltd to by 78% of SDM-Bank
22nd July 2008
Advising the majority shareholders of, one of Russia's largest banks, SDM-Bank JSC in the sale of their shares to Bank Hapoalim, one of Israel's largest lenders (acquiring 76% of SDM-Bank).
Dawsons corporate partner, Dahia, advised on all transaction documents, which were subject to English law.
A challenging transaction dealing with mixed cultural expectations and differing ways of negotiating acquisition agreements in Israel, Russia and the UK and ensuring that all involved worked together to find solutions that were mutually acceptable.
Both sides viewed the deal as a genuine partnership and opportunity to maximise business potential.
Other side - White & Case, Moscow.
Dawsons adds to litigation and employment teams (The Lawyer)
21st April 2008
Dawsons has kick-started a recruitment campaign with the appointment of Jill Andrew as an employment consultant. Andrew joins the City firm's employment practice from employment boutique Archon Solicitors, where she was a partner.
Dawsons head of employment Jo Keddie said Andrew's appointment would add depth to the team, adding: "this is very much a team player role. Jill has some good-quality clients..."
Andrew told The Lawyer: "Part of what I'll be doing is working on developing the way employee law services are provided and that's a great opportunity." Keddie said the hire came as the employment practice enters a phase of renewed growth. "We've seen an increase in work across all areas," she said. "There are boardroom disputes, with chief executives being ousted, and banks making major culls." Keddie said 90 per cent of the firm's employment work had been referred to it by FTSE250 and Square Mile companies. "We have an advance in that we have a proven track record of taking on those tough cases,"....