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Best law firms

08 March 2012
Issue: 7504 / Categories: Legal News
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Six law firms have been recognised as top employers by the Sunday Times’ 100 Best Companies to Work For survey.

Lewis Silkin, which made the list for the fourth time in a row, jumped 24 places to number 19. Mishcon de Reya achieved 23rd place, with Baker and McKenzie at 70, Withers at 77, and Reed Smith at 88.

Mills & Reeve made the list for the ninth year running, at number 90. Thames Valley law firm Blandy & Blandy was ranked as “One to Watch” for the second year in a row. Lewis Silkin managing partner, Ian Jeffery said: “There is a strong belief within the firm that time spent at work should be enjoyable and that in working with great clients and great colleagues we can make that a reality.”

Issue: 7504 / Categories: Legal News
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Quinn Emanuel—James McSweeney

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Ward Hadaway—Louise Miller

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NLJ Career Profile: Kate Gaskell, Flex Legal

NLJ Career Profile: Kate Gaskell, Flex Legal

Kate Gaskell, CEO of Flex Legal, reflects on chasing her childhood dreams underscores the importance of welcoming those from all backgrounds into the profession

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