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Chris Norton

Associate Director | Governance, Risk and Compliance

UAE
+9714 549 3214
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Balquis Hussein

Associate Director | Governance, Risk and Compliance

UAE
+9714 448 7792
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Hamish Richmond

Director | Head of Ireland

Ireland
+353 1 568 2835
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Tom Woods

Associate Director | Privacy, Risk and Compliance

Germany, Ireland, UK
+44 207 332 2167
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Samantha Fong

Partner | Head of Hong Kong and North Asia

China, Hong Kong
+852 3008 9020
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Victoria King

Director | In-house Legal

UAE
+971 4 447 0318
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Chloe Bailey Edwards

Director | Risk Management

UK
+44 207 332 9606
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Tricia Goh

Associate Director | In-house Legal and Governance

Singapore
+65 6420 0530
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Brogan McDougall

Director | Risk and Compliance | Law Firms

London, UK
+44 20 7332 9630
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Robin Frost

Director | Risk and Compliance

Belgium, France, Germany, London, Luxembourg, Netherlands, UK
+44 20 7332 2477
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Alexander Ormrod

Director | Risk and Compliance

US
+1 646 929 5705 780
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Olivia Courtney

Associate Director | In-house Legal

Australia
+61 2 9236 9015
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  • Career Advice

Why Regulatory Lawyers are essential to risk management and compliance strategy

  • Posted August 5, 2025
In a landscape shaped by constant change—whether due to legislation, global events or technological disruption—regulatory risk is no longer confined to the compliance department. It’s now a board-level issue. That’s why Regulatory Lawyers are becoming central to not only legal operations but to the broader risk and governance strategy of every organisation (see also: What […]
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  • Career Advice

How to become a General Counsel in the U.S. space and defense industry

  • Posted August 4, 2025
Becoming a general counsel (GC) in the U.S. space and defense sector is a career that combines legal expertise with strategic leadership in one of the most complex and high-stakes industries in the world. It’s a role that demands not only a deep understanding of the law but also fluency in national security, government operations, […]
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  • Hiring advice

How to make your first data protection hire

  • Posted August 4, 2025
Making your first data protection hire is a major milestone, whether you’re responding to increasing GDPR scrutiny, dealing with a recent data breach or preparing for a new AI or data processing activity. Your business may be under pressure to demonstrate GDPR compliance or simply recognising that your business needs more structured support around personal […]
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  • Hiring advice

How to build your data protection team

  • Posted August 4, 2025
Building an effective data protection function starts with the right people. As regulatory expectations rise and businesses face growing scrutiny around data use, many are reassessing how they structure their teams. Whether you’re hiring your second team member or scaling into a multi-role function, a clear approach to hiring data protection professionals is essential to […]
  • Market Insight

The future of in-house teams – more business than law?

  • Posted July 30, 2025
In-house legal teams are undergoing a quiet revolution. Once seen as the guardians of compliance and risk mitigation, today’s in-house counsel are increasingly stepping into roles that blend legal expertise with strategic business acumen. As companies face mounting regulatory complexity, digital transformation, and global competition, the future of in-house teams may be less about law […]
  • Hiring advice

How European businesses are losing time, money and talent trying to hire alone

  • Posted July 28, 2025
Hiring the right legal and compliance talent quickly is imperative. Yet across Europe, many businesses are still relying on outdated, manual recruitment processes that slow them down and cost more than they realise. Interview scheduling is draining time and resources Coordinating interviews may seem like a minor task, but it’s one of the most time-consuming […]
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  • Private Equity

Private equity market analysis: US, UK and Europe in 2025

  • Posted July 28, 2025
As we enter the second half of 2025, the private equity (PE) markets in the US, UK and Europe present distinct dynamics. The US leads with robust deal activity and a strong IPO pipeline, outpacing the UK, which faces a cautious recovery amid economic and geopolitical challenges. Europe shows resilience, surpassing the UK in deal […]
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  • Hiring advice

Should you hire a GC, CLO, or Head of Legal for your PE-backed business?

  • Posted July 23, 2025
Whether you’re hiring your first in-house legal expert, or hiring above an existing team ahead of a specific exit event, choosing the right legal leader for your PE-backed business is critical. As someone who helps private equity-backed companies navigate this challenge, I’ve seen first hand how critical it is to align role scope and expectations […]
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  • Career Advice

How to become a Commercial Lawyer specialising in IT and IP

  • Posted July 15, 2025
With technology and intellectual property playing an increasingly central role in modern business, the demand for legal professionals who understand both areas continues to grow. A career as a Commercial Lawyer specialising in IT and IP offers variety, relevance, and the opportunity to work on legal issues that shape the way businesses innovate and compete. […]
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  • Career Advice

What does a Commercial (IT/IP) Lawyer do?

  • Posted July 15, 2025
As technology and innovation continue to shape every industry, the role of a Commercial IT/IP Lawyer has become increasingly important. These legal professionals help businesses protect their intellectual property, manage complex tech contracts, and stay compliant with fast-evolving digital regulations. Whether advising a fast-growth start-up or supporting a global corporate, Commercial IT/IP Lawyers sit at […]
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  • In-house

UK in-house legal recruitment market update Q3

  • Posted July 14, 2025
Corporate and commercial Taylor Root’s corporate and commercial team saw a reduction in vacancies at the start of Q2 in 2025. April’s market was shaky, influenced by global uncertainties, including political factors like Trump’s policies, which disrupted confidence. However, May and June saw recovery, with increased hiring activity signalling optimism for a stronger H2 2025 […]
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  • General counsel

Legal at the helm: why legal counsel must be central to cyber incident response

  • Posted July 2, 2025
In today’s threat-heavy digital environment, a cyberattack is not just a technical issue — it’s a business crisis. And in a crisis, leadership matters. Yet too often, legal counsel is brought in late or treated as a supporting act rather than a central figure. That mindset must change. Emma Jones, Global Manager, Cyber Incident Response […]

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