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37 Bookkeeper Port Jefferson, NY, USA A Real Estate firm is seeking a Part- Time In House Bookkeeper to work in their Water Mill location. You will be responsible for preparing and examining financial records for our company.... Apply Now>>
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39 Cantor Fitzgerald: Legal Entity Controller, Associate New York, United States Legal Entity Controller Company Description Cantor Fitzgerald is a diversified company primarily specializing in financial and real estate services for institutional customers operating in the global ...... Apply Now>>
40 FHA Associate Transaction Coordinator New York, NY, USA Two to three years of real estate and/or finance experience. * Understanding of multifamily rental property asset class. * Working knowledge of affordable housing finance, deal structuring, LIHTC or ...... Apply Now>>


text: Augmented reality has never been nearly as cool as its name suggests. Even when it isn't gimmicky, it's virtually useless, in large part because your mobile camera's version of "reality" is short one dimension. Scanning and computer vision company Occipital, however, wants to add real depth to your tablet's vision with the Structure Sensor, a Kickstarter- backed product that shipped to backers late last year. The $349 Structure Sensor is a Kinect-like camera that fits on the back of an iPad or, with some hacking, any other device. With the bracket on, your tablet doesn't just see objects, it can figure out how far away they are, doing anything from turning an object into a 3D model to measuring the distance of a room. http://vrge.co/1lGoBVh

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Idaho Employment Law Solutions News
Idaho Employment Law July 2, 2013 Newsletter
Summer is upon us and many business owners look for college students to fill the role of summer intern. If you're like many business owners you may be uncertain as to whether or not you have to pay these interns. Are unpaid interns entitled to pay and workers' rights? The U. S. Department of Labor has set forth the following six guidelines to help employers determine whether or not an employment relationship exists.
1. The internship, even though it includes actual operation of the facilities of the employer, is similar to training which would be given in an educational environment;
2. The internship experience is for the benefit of the intern;
3. The intern does not displace regular employees, but works under close supervision of existing staff;
4. The employer that provides the training derives no immediate advantage from the activities of the intern; and on occasion its operations may actually be impeded;
5. The intern is not necessarily entitled to a job at the conclusion of the internship; and
6. The employer and the intern understand that the intern is not entitled to wages for the time spent in the internship.
If all of these criteria are met, then an employment relationship does not exist under the FLSA, and minimum wage and overtime provisions would not apply to the intern; see also Fact Sheet #71, U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. To learn more about how Idaho Employment Law Solutions can help with your business law questions visit the Small and Medium Size Business Law page of our website.
Employment and Labor Laws for New Businesses
If you are starting a new business or company, it is important to thoroughly understand employment and labor laws as they pertain to your business. We stress preventative law to help our clients avoid expensive litigation. These resources from the U.S. Small Business Administration provide information about U.S. employment laws and regulations and how employers should comply with them. And while these resources are very helpful for understanding employment law, they cannot replace the skill and expertise of experienced lawyers. Enlisting a good lawyer for your employment and labor law matters can mean the difference between a successful negotiation or claim and losing thousands of dollars in litigation fees or lost claims. Not sure where to start? Contact Idaho Employment Law Solutions to make an appointment today. We can help you successfully navigate the employment and labor laws.
Crisis and Employment Law
The Boston Marathon bombings brought several issues to the forefront of national dialogue, including national security and the role of social media in a crisis. While discussed less, the tragedy also raised the issue of employment and labor law, as many businesses were forced to close and employees were unable to travel to work. This article from the Idaho Business Review outlines several employment law issues that arose during the crisis in Boston and often arise during or after natural disasters.
Other Idaho Employment Law Firm News
Ron Coulter presented to employers at a seminar sponsored by the Idaho Department of Labor. The topic discussed was "Employees vs. Independent Contractor, I-9s; 'Can you Pass an Audit?'"
Ron Coulter presented at an employment Law seminar "Employment Law Beyond the Basics" in Boise, Idaho sponsored by Sterling Education Services, Inc. Ron presented on "Advanced ADA and FMLA issues the Law and EEOC Guidelines as a Result of the ADAAA".


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Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Blast your way through alien landscapes, seek out valuable secrets, and defeat ancient guardians to unlock powers from a legendary supreme culture in this exciting journey of mystery and adventure.
Great game on any platform, but if you'd like to give it a go on the Switch, you can currently grab it for $5, which is half price! Hop in on the offer while it's available!
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By Kagenyi Lukka
Andrew Mwenda, a veteran Ugandan journalist and an outspoken sociopolitical and economic commentator, is a man known for stirring up debate and sometimes in more controversial ways.
He is a man largely lionized as one with the clarity of mind, his ability to eloquently argue with facts is unmatched.
He has made his views about the closure and sale of crane bank loud and clear and, on Friday during his radio program on Kfm, he averred that Louis Kasekende may face jail in the long run. He also didn't enumerate how BoU, a formerly robust institution is losing its glory due to scandals that have wrecked the institution.
While Mwenda's view about the possibility of taking Kasekende to the coolers is likely, it is also important that he is relinquished of his role as deputy governor at the Bank of Uganda.
Louis Kasekende is under a probe by parliament about irregularities cited in the auditor general's special report on defunct banks (1993-2017) and another separate investigation by the Inspector general of government (Igg) regarding his wealth.
The explosion of media including social media has ensured that BoU's Kasekende's scandals and misdeeds are kept under regular check. It should be understood that the Bank of Uganda Act makes Louis Kasekende the deputy governor/deputy head of management and also the deputy chair of the board of the central bank.
First and foremost, ever since the crane bank fiasco started, Kasekende's name has always appeared in every irregularity related disputed takeover (receivership) and later, the bank's reckless sale.
Worth noting is that he was the deputy governor when GT bank closed in 2014, National bank of commerce in 2012.
What the auditor general's report confirmed was what had been said and debated over time.
Kasekende, a senior technocrat crossed his hands and legs as Uganda shillings 488 billion was sunk into the defunct crane bank even the auditor general says that Bank of Uganda couldn't explain the source of the money.
As a supervisor of Justine Bagyenda, the former executive director for commercial bank supervision, he sat and observed as financial statements for the crane bank under receivership weren't signed. Additionally, the asset movement schedules weren't prepared as the learned economist sat at Bank of Uganda.
Furthermore, the sidelining of Bank of Uganda's legal department in the crane bank transactions also happened under the watchful eye of Louis Kasekende. The two firms are; MMAKS Advocates, AF Mpanga (Bowmans) and Sebalu & Lule Advocates. In the scramble and partition of crane bank, the two each earned their exorbitant unfair share of the 'loot'.
MMAKS Advocates were the retained Bank of Uganda lawyers and the lead transaction advisors in the Crane Bank takeover and subsequent sale to DFCU Bank.
AF Mpanga (Bowmans) on the other hand together with PriceWaterhouseCoopers carried out the forensic audit on Crane Bank, which audit report was relied on to establish the supposed troubles of Crane Bank and the consequent decision to sell it. They were paid Shs1.3billion
The lack of guidelines for sale of defunct banks including crane bank, failure to carry out an evaluation of crane bank's liabilities and assets, the contested transfer of former properties of Meera Investments to DFCU all happened under Kasekende's supervision.
Kasekende's continued stay at the central bank only keeps the bank in bad light of scandals and also, for accountability and legal processes to happen, Kasekende should be dismissed so that he doesn't influence processes.


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U17 World Juniors Hockey 2015 - Fort St. John - Highlights
In June 2015, the opportunity to host the 2015 World U17 Men's Hockey Challenge in the region became available. The City of Dawson Creek and the City of Fort St John agreed to partner to host the event and Hockey Canada announced their success on June 24.
Tournament games took place at the EnCana Events Center and the North Peace Arena.
The final game was televised on TSN with the other games being webcast. This tournament provided a great opportunity to showcase our region nationally and internationally as teams came from the Czech Republic, Finland, Russia, Sweden and the United States as well as three from Canada.
Eagle Vision Video Productions had the privilege and honor of covering this event for the City of Fort St. John.


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Lovense is a manufacturer of wearable sex toys. After releasing a first Internet-controlled toy in 2010, the company successfully funded the developement of the Lush remote control bullet vibrator on the popular IndieGogo crowdfunding platform. The Lush sex toy has tons of features thanks to an app for iOS and Android devices. Its a connected sex toy which can be controlled directly from your Smartphone or Smartwatch, whether you're a few centimetres or thousands of kilometres away! Don't hesitate to discover Lush Lovense available on your favourite sex shop KissKiss.ch!
Lovense Lush is the most popular remote-controlled sex toy in Switzerland, and is currently the 2018 bestseller. Lovense Lush is a connected sex toy that can be controlled directly from your Smartphone or your Smartwatch, from a few centimetres or thousands of kilometres away. This vibrating egg is used both for exciting games together as a couple, and for solitary pleasures. Its ergonomic shape permits an easy insertion into the vagina and optimal positioning, stimulating both the vaginal walls and the G-spot. Its cord serves as an antenna while allowing easy removal.


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St Louis' Festive Couture Floral is grateful to be a part of another amazing event at the Spink Pavillion. Below are a few images from the recent event. It's always wonderful working with Millennium Productions, The Botanical Gardens and Catering St Louis to make each event magical.


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Zack Snyder celebrated Henry Cavill's birthday by revealing the photo that landed him the role of Superman in Man of Steel. While he had previously appeared in such films as Stardust and Immortals, as well as the TV series The Tudors, Cavill's true breakthrough role came in 2013 when Snyder cast him as Clark Kent/Superman. A big screen reboot of the DC superhero franchise, after director Bryan Singer's attempt to bring the character back to the masses with 2006's Superman Returns, failed to gain the momentum the studio was hoping for.
Man of Steel, of course, had a lot to live up to because of Richard Donner's 1978 classic version of Superman, which made Christopher Reeve a cinematic and cultural icon. Finding the right actor to embody the character after Reeve's legendary performance wasn't easy, to say the least, so in apparent move to convince Warner Bros. that he found his man, Snyder staged a photo of his new choice for Superman by paying homage to the classic Superman film as well as the actor that brought him to life on the big screen.
Related: Man of Steel 2: Christopher McQuarrie Will Direct 'If Henry Cavill Asks'
On Vero, Zack Snyder shared a new photo that he says ultimately landed Henry Cavill the coveted gig as Superman. A shot of Cavill looking off into the distance, the photo's weight comes with the realization that the actor is wearing Christopher Reeve's Superman costume that Snyder retrieved from the Warner Bros. Archives. In the photo's caption, Snyder explained how Cavill honored the character's legacy, followed by the words, "Happy birthday my brother." Take a look:
While the unofficially titled DC Extended Universe has suffered its share of bumps over the past few years with uneven critical and fan reception to both Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League, there's little arguing that Snyder made a brilliant choice with Cavill for Superman's return to the big screen. After all, the director's vision and Cavill's portrayal made an undeniably strong impression, and the film's success ultimately paved the way for the formation of the DCEU.
In the wake of the underwhelming reception of Justice League, it's hard to say where the DCEU will go after James Wan's Aquaman and Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman 2, but with any luck, Cavill will get an opportunity to don Superman's costume once more with a potential Man of Steel sequel. Cavill is definitely up for Man of Steel 2, and the project seems to be gaining momentum with Cavill teasing his return as Superman in the near future. With the sequel closer than ever to becoming a reality, hopefully, Cavill will get the opportunity to truly make his mark on Superman and leave a lasting impression for future DC fans.
More: What Will Henry Cavill's Last DCEU Superman Film Be?
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- Aquaman (2018) release date: Dec 21, 2018
- Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) release date: Jun 05, 2020
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Intro to Restorative Design + CHALLENGE #1
What is Restorative Design?
Here's one attempt at defining 'Restorative Design': A model of creation that intends to provide a benefit to the user and larger environment. The design framework takes into consideration the social, economic, and environmental impacts, and aims to address inequalities inherent in the present anthropogenic landscape through improvement, constant feedback, and commitment to environmental design principles.
See also: restorative environmental design, cradle to cradle protocol, living building challenge
Restorative Design is the foundation of everything we are at Nyoka (nai - oh - kah). This can take on as many forms as there are non-restorative designs in our modern world. Look around you. Where did everything come from? How was it made? Who made it? Where will it go when you're done with it? Where will it end up eventually? What does it say about our society?
What inspired this challenge?
Right now I'm sitting in my room, looking at all of the very normal things I own (a shelf, a desk light, clothing, tapestry, little trinkets, my favourite dried mushroom brain), and know that most of these items were not designed to be restorative to the planet. They serve a purpose, they help me function, and it would be hard to stay organized and maintain my workflow if I didn't have them. But I know when they break, or I move, they will change hands, and eventually end up in the dump, where every plastic, chemical, and non-natural origin bit will eventually leach into the environment, float around the ocean, and remain as an environmental poison. NOT OK!
What if all of that can change? What if the materials we use to shape our lives were designed with the complete life-cycle designed from origin to return, using restorative principles? That is what we started here with the Light Wand. We took a common, high-use, and toxic item (the glowstick) and turned it into a beacon of possibility. The light-source itself is compostable, the casing is edible, and we went one step further to make the entire Wand a vector for a curated blend of mushroom species (currently designed for use in the Pacific Northwest). When thousands of people use the Light Wand, not only will they be using a biodegradable light source, but also helping spread a wave of restorative benefit to the soils and spreading the idea of actionable + effective restorative design. Why the soils desperately need our help (and why starting ecosystem restoration with soil remediation is incredibly important) will be a whoooole different blog post.
Deep Focus
Challenge #1: Deep Focus on Everyday Things
(Time Limit: none)
1. Pick an item that you use daily to focus on.
2. Write down a list of every component used to create it, from resource extraction to production to shipping.
3. Look up where it was produced, and where the resources were taken from.
4. Write down the different materials and technologies that exist (or need to be invented) that could transform this item into a truly restorative piece.
5. Now think about the human element; who produced the resources, who owns the technology, and who benefits from its sale?
6. Reflect on your ability to choose this product - was it easily available, expensive or inexpensive, necessary or luxurious, does it say something about your identity?
8. Look up the company who made your chosen item, and see if their website mentions their green or social initiatives. Use your judgement to discern whether their efforts are effective, and think about what could be done better.
Ding Ding Ding! Send your list and reflections to the company who created the item you chose to focus on. Let them know your thoughts and ask if they are open to feedback. Hopefully, you will be able to engage in some interesting conversations... and at the very worst you may just be ignored. Keep trying!
Bonus points: there are many ways we can work with our economic systems that go beyond environmental responsibility. Think about how you would like a brand to engage with intersectional inequality issues such as women's rights, racial discrimination, visible and invisible disabilities, mental health, and more. Let us know your thoughts by getting in touch.
Include us in these conversations by ccing firstname.lastname@example.com - I'll get back to you personally plus you'll receive a special bonus for your efforts :)
Don't forget to post photos of your Deep Focus items on Instagram and tag us @lightbynyoka and with the hashtag #restorativedesignchallenge and #deepfocus
Ecovative uses mycelium to grow beautiful, compostable, sustainable household and packaging materials.
Innovation Spotlight
Great news: there are many innovative companies working to create easily accessible choices that will soon be the norm (fingers crossed). For a dose of inspiration check out ecovativedesign.com, they grow packaging materials (and more) from compostable and renewable mushroom mycelium (heck yes!)
Every week we will post an innovation spotlight - if you know of a company that is doing amazing things let us know :)
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Images from: Colours Magazine; 72 Without Colors; and the Scientific American, Text from: Worldchanging: A Users Guide for the 21st Century
Thanks for stopping by!
In our blog we will be posting updates from everyone on our team, and are incredibly excited to share with you the whys and hows of our creation and growth alongside some education on everything from permaculture to 3D printing, nature-dyeing to design in virtual reality. We are using all the tools available to us to figure out how to grow into a better future. Also, make sure to keep your eyes peeled for more challenges, we're excited to see what you've got! This is important - business controls the majority of waste streams worldwide. We can do better.
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Healthy soil is a relationship between the biological, chemical, and physical elements.
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Germany's exports rebounded at a faster-than-expected pace in December, exceeding expectations, and imports followed suit, extending some positive data for the biggest euro area economy after the recent run of weak figures that suggested a slowdown.
Exports rose a calendar and seasonally-adjusted 1.5 percent from November, when they declined 0.3 percent, figures from the Federal Statistical Office showed on Friday. Economists had expected 0.5 percent growth.
The pace of growth was the fastest since May's 1.6 percent gain.
Imports climbed 1.2 percent month-on-month, recovering from a 1.3 percent slump in November. Economists had forecast 0.4 percent growth.
"Today's trade data is a welcome sign of life, confirming our view that the assessment of the German economy currently needs less black-and-white thinking and is more nuanced," ING economist Carsten Brzeski said.
"While the temporary problems in the automotive sector will gradually be resolved...and should boost exports, the risks and uncertainties from outside the eurozone are clearly the make-it-or-break-it factor for the export sector," the economist added.
On a year-on-year basis, exports decreased 4.5 percent and imports were unchanged in December.
The non-adjusted trade surplus fell sharply to EUR 13.9 billion from EUR 20.4 billion in November. Economists were looking for a surplus of EUR 17.3 billion.
The statistical office also reported that the current account surplus fell to EUR 21 billion in December from EUR 21.6 billion in November.
For full year 2018, exports rose 3 percent and imports grew 5.7 percent, and their values exceeded their record highs. The trade surplus fell to EUR 227.8 billion from EUR 247.9 billion in 2017.
EU countries attracted 3.8 percent more German exports than a year ago, and imports from the group rose 6.3 percent. Exports to the euro area increased 4.5 percent and imports from the bloc climbed 6.9 percent.
Shipments to the non-EU countries rose 1.9 percent and imports from these countries grew 5 percent.
In 2018, the current account surplus dropped to EUR 249.1 billion from EUR 261.2 billion a year ago.
Germany likely avoided a technical recession in the fourth quarter, the economy ministry has said. Average annual growth slowed to a five-year low of 1.5 percent in 2018.
On Thursday, the European Commission slashed the German growth forecast for this year to 1.1 percent from 1.8 percent and the projection for next year was left unchanged at 1.7 percent.


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Timothy: Paul, you know how much I respect - and love - you, right? That you're my father in God, not just my boss? And my best friend?
Paul: Sure, Tim, I know that. But it's always nice to hear it.
Timothy: It's just that I want to tell you something, and I don't want you to take it the wrong way. I've got your best interests at heart, and the church's too.
Paul: I know that too. Fire away.
Timothy: Well, some people say - not me, mind - that you're too smart for your own good. Which is fine when you're speaking with rabbis and philosophers, but in Imbecilius' house? In fact, even he doesn't understand you, and he's got books by Stoics, so what hope for his wife and slaves? And the same goes for the rest of the congregation: most of the time they don't know what you're talking about. "Blah, blah, blah. Bleedin' egghead!" That's the first thing.
Paul: You mean there's more?
Timothy: I'm afraid so. You're always appealing to the scriptures. That's fine for Jews - and of course Mum's a Jew - but the Gentiles - like Dad - they think: "Jeez, give it a rest. You ought to be talking about Jesus - Isaiah's been dead for hundreds of years. And what's with the Hebrew?"
Paul: Is that it?
Timothy: I'm afraid not.
Paul: Holy golden cow! What else have I done?
Timothy: Controversy. Always the controversy. The cross, the law, glossolalia, freedom, marriage, meat, money - MAYHEM! You're always pressing the hot-button issues. What's a little circumcison between friends? Or a bit of indigestion at the agape? How can you be so naive? No wonder you've got so many enemies.
Paul: Yeah, it's quite lonely sometimes being an apostle. Anything else?
Timothy: I've saved the worst for last.
Paul: Hate mail from Jimmy? Heckling from Pete?
Timothy: Worse: the Galatians have called for your resignation.
Paul: The Galatians! The ungrateful buggers.
Timothy: And I suspect the Philippians may follow.
Paul: Not the Philippians! They're my first love in Greece.
Timothy: I know, and though I won't say, "I told you so," I've always said you can't trust Europeans. So what are you going to do? You know no one will think the less of you if you go quietly. And I'm sure you'd get a professorship at Tarsus University - with tenure.
Paul: Tempting, but no. He wouldn't let me even if I wanted to. As a matter of fact, he's told me to write to the Romans, and if you think my preaching is dense and demanding, wait til you see this epistle: the commentaries are going to need commentaries. And for a laugh, he said, "Write it in Greek, not Latin."
Timothy: Then you definitely ought to have a Plan B.
Paul: I do - Spain. But don't get excited, Tim - I'm not talking the Costa del Sol. You'll need a new pair of sandals - but lose the swimming trunks.
Timothy: Just one thing, Paul: please don't talk to the media.
Paul: Moi?
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South West: Corporate and commercial
Corporate and commercial: Bristol
Corporate and commercial: Bristol - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP attracts praise for its 'extensive commercial and industry knowledge'. The department has been increasingly active in deals with US and Asian funders, especially those from Singapore and Malaysia, and continues to see substantial instructions emanating from Europe. Jonathan Eves assisted Netherlands-based Maas Capital with a large-scale joint venture agreement with Solarplicity for a rooftop solar panel installation, which will provide energy to 800,000 housing association tenants across the UK. Though the majority of its clients are based outside of the South West, the team does win significant regional instructions. For instance, Dominic Davis advised the founding shareholders of Bristol's Pukka Herbs on its acquisition by Unilever. Mark Shepherd and Richard Spink 'ensure positive outcomes for their clients' and specialise in private equity transactions. In addition to its M&A work, the corporate group also has experience in equity capital markets and funds transactions, which are relatively unique to the region. Chris Godfrey has experience advising issuers and brokers in equity capital markets transactions, while Jeremy Bell , who specialises in structuring private investment funds, joined the team from Ashurst in 2017. Camilla Usher-Clark has been involved in a number of significant energy transactions, and Rupert Weston is another key figure in the department.
Leading individuals
Chris Godfrey - Burges Salmon LLP
Richard Spink - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Jonathan Eves - Burges Salmon LLP
Corporate tax
Corporate tax - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP's tax department is often involved in corporate mandates and large UK property transactions. John Barnett and department head Nigel Popplewell recently acted for a UK investment manager in connection with a £14m debt restructuring as part of a corporate rescue of two defaulted energy holding companies, the shareholders of which held tax advantaged investments that needed to be protected in the ensuing acquisitions of those companies by a third party buyer. Similarly, Barnett is advising a well-known dairy product producer on the preliminary tax issues of a corporate restructuring following a demerger. Popplewell has particular expertise in property-related taxation and advises The Crown Estate on a wide variety of VAT and SDLT issues. The team also has experience of remuneration taxation and tax planning in the context of family wealth. Nicola Manclark left the firm for Ashfords LLP.
Leading individuals
Nigel Popplewell - Burges Salmon LLP
EU and competition
EU and competition - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP provides comprehensive advice on merger control issues, regulatory investigations and competition litigation, and is especially active in the food and drink sector, as well as highly regulated industries such as rail transportation. The department was significantly strengthened in 2017 by the arrival of Chris Worall from Clifford Chance. Since joining, Worrall has taken on a number of high-profile instructions, which has included advising Abellio, as member of a tripartite joint venture, on the merger control aspects of the joint venture's acquisition of the West Midlands rail franchise. Additionally, Worrall and Laura Claydon represented The Co-operative Group in pre-notification negotiations with the CMA in connection with the client's proposed £143m acquisition of Nisa Retail. Further, Claydon is acting for The Co-operative Group and Somerfield Stores in a multimillion-pound claim against the CMA regarding an historical fine concerning the retail pricing of tobacco products. John Houlden specialises in state aid and procurement law and Noel Beale has 'particular expertise in competition issues facing the water industry'.
Leading individuals
Laura Claydon - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Crime, fraud and licensing
Crime: fraud
Crime: fraud - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP specialises in criminal and white-collar fraud matters, in addition to issues connected to money laundering, bribery, the regulatory environment and the proceeds of crime. Clients include Celtic Energy, which it advised on matters relating to allegations brought by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) against its former directors, as well as civil rights issues and regulatory and local government issues arising from the investigation. It also acts for the National Crime Agency (NCA), which it recently defended in three compensation claims totalling over £220m, as well as in relation to ongoing costs proceedings related to the discontinued civil recovery action. Thomas Webb is a legal director specialising in fraud and white-collar crime; he handles complex, cross-border investigations. David Hall (who is noted for his 'excellent and well-considered judgement') leads the department and has more than 20 years of experience in this practice area. He has represented international corporates and financial institutions in areas such as director and employee fraud, bribery, corruption and money laundering.
Leading individuals
David Hall - Burges Salmon LLP
Licensing - ranked: tier 2
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP advises on high-value disposals and acquisitions of businesses with licensed interests. It specialises in multi-site, large, licensed portfolios and advises on a range of licensing matters including alcohol, entertainment, gambling, caravan site licensing, taxi, marriage licenses, HMO licenses, street trading and SIA licensing. It also advises online gambling operators and start-ups on a range of licensing issues. Clients include The Crown Estate, The Racecourse Association, Adelie Foods Group Limited, Canadian and Portland Estates and Riverside Edge Limited. Recent work highlights include advising the University of Bristol on the management of its licensed portfolio which includes public-facing premises licences associated with conferences, events and weddings and also Club Premises Certificates. The firm also advises Darwin Property Investment on its licensed leisure portfolio, which includes advising on licensing regimes such as alcohol, entertainment, gambling, gaming, caravan site licensing and family entertainment centre issues. It recently advised on several multi-million pound deals in the acquisition of new sites. Senior associate and head of licensing Joanne Attwood specialises in contentious and non-contentious licensing and gaming issues and also advises on contractual and regulatory issues. She is 'approachable, professional, very bright and accomplished'.
South West: Dispute resolution
Commercial litigation: Bristol
Commercial litigation: Bristol - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
With a growing team and increasingly international focus, Burges Salmon LLP is 'among the best, if not the best, in the South West when it comes to high-value commercial litigation'. Department head David Hall successfully defended The National Crime Agency in the face of £220m worth of compensation applications made on behalf of an Israeli businessman, who had been convicted in Israel of economic crimes. Specialising in fraud, professional negligence and banking claims, Andrew Burnette advised a state-owned Irish company operating in the energy sector on a multimillion-pound claim for misrepresentation and breach of warranty following the client's acquisition of a UK waste treatment business. The team is also involved in high-profile domestic instructions. Indeed, Ann Metherall is instructed by a subsidiary of a listed transport company in relation to a highly publicised fatal incident. Kari McCormick, who is 'adept at handling heavy multi-party litigation', is advising Financial Services Compensation Scheme on its ongoing PPI recovery project. Additional contacts include Chris Jackson and Laura Claydon, the latter of whom has experience in antitrust litigation. Ian Tucker and Michael Ward were promoted to partner and senior associate Lucy Redman joined from Linklaters LLP.
Leading individuals
David Hall - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Finance
Banking and finance
Banking and finance - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
By some clients' reckoning, Burges Salmon LLP's banking department 'has proved itself able to stand toe-to-toe with top London firms'. In addition to its core mid-market lending work, the team is highly recommended for senior financing and US private placement transactions and is also instructed by a number of blue-chip borrowers. Department head Richard Leeming advised HSBC Bank on the refinancing of Harbour Hotels by way of a £112m term loan with a £50m accordion option. Similarly, Rachael Ruane acted for RBS on the refinancing of a residential property developer's revolving credit facilities. On the borrower-side, Leeming assisted National Express Group with two separate $30m bilateral facilities, one with Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi, and the other with Bank of America Merrill Lynch International. The group is increasingly instructed by alternative lenders. Indeed, acting across from two Magic Cricle firms, Nathan Curtis acted for a UK asset manager, as mezzanine lender, on a high-value mortgage-backed warehouse facility. Further, the 'pragmatic' Graham Soar advised Aerium Finance on the financing associated with the client's acquisition of units in a Jersey property unit trust; the financing was provided by an ultra-high-net-worth Middle Eastern shari'ah investor. Andrew Eaton is another key contact and senior associates Ed Hobbs and Katie Allen are recommended.
Leading individuals
Richard Leeming - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Rachael Ruane - Burges Salmon LLP
Insolvency and corporate recovery
Insolvency and corporate recovery - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP's corporate restructuring and insolvency team is 'definitely a market leader outside of London' and 'can compete alongside most City firms'. Headed by the 'responsive and knowledgeable' Andrew Eaton, the department regularly handles international debt restructurings and is often involved in US-facing matters by way of its transatlantic restructuring and insolvency group. Eaton acted for Agent Provocateur and 17 of its international subsidiaries on the global bankruptcy and restructuring of its international business; this involved multiple wind-downs and a Chapter 11 process in the US. Eaton also advised a government department in relation to a distressed statutory service provider. Patrick Cook is providing English law advice to an Italian law firm in relation to the insolvency of an Italian client with an English subsidiary. Colin Ligman and James Sutherland are key figures in the real estate restructuring group. Senior associate Emily Scaife is noted as 'a great up-and-coming restructuring lawyer'. Additional clients include PricewaterhouseCoopers, BDO, and Nationwide Building Society.
Leading individuals
Andrew Eaton - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Emily Scaife - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Human resources
Employment: Bristol
Employment: Bristol - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP advises employers across the UK and internationally on the full range of employment law matters, including sensitive and high-profile disputes and complex, cross-border matters. The practice handles matters across the defence, transport, financial services, education, retail and public sectors. Key clients include The Crown Estate, FirstGroup, Ofgem, University of Bristol and Bank of Ireland. The practice acts for the John Lewis Partnership on employment tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, sex discrimination, disability discrimination, race discrimination, breach of contract, harassment and wrongful dismissal. Other highlights included advising Thomson Reuters on whistleblowing and discrimination claims. Partner Adrian Martin led for BAE systems on a major restructuring involving 2,000 potential redundancies. Luke Bowery who is 'incisive and understanding' and 'easy to work with', acts for Babcock International Group, on complex employment tribunal claims, restructurings and gender pay gap reporting. The team is led by Roger Bull and Chris Seaton and is praised for its 'invaluable insight'.
Leading individuals
Roger Bull - Burges Salmon LLP
Health and safety
Health and safety - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
'Market leaders in the South West', Burges Salmon LLP advise clients on operational safety, governance, risk management, regulatory matters, safety authority investigations and prosecutions. It also advises commercial landlords and public sector clients on safety issues. Recent work includes acting for a construction company in relation to a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation into a road bridge collapse, and representing a utility company in relation to a death of a member of the public who fell from a disused water tower. Food safety is a niche area for the practice; Sian Edmunds provides advice around issues including contamination, product liability and product recall. Ann Metherall heads the team and is 'extremely competent in the field'. Chris Jackson advises on all aspects of safety compliance. Matt Kyle and Charlotte Whitaker are also recommended. Clients include The Crown Estate, London and South Eastern Railway, FirstGroup and John Lewis Partners.
Immigration - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP advises employers on the full range of business immigration such as obtaining and maintaining sponsors' licenses, immigration strategy, immigration audits and the prevention of illegal working, and advising on the immigration implications of corporate transactions and outsourcing arrangements. The firm also acts as representatives on the sponsor management system and advises on procedures and policies needed to ensure compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements. It also advises high-net-worth individuals and their dependants on visa requirements often under the Tier 1 category. Suzanna Harvey has assisted EU nationals with immigration following the Brexit vote and also non-EU nationals with their immigration status. Roger Bull heads the team and advised Wavepower on immigration strategy and in relation to a Tier 2 visa application. Clients include Computershare Investor Services, Insure & Go/Mapfre, Babcock International Group, Bank of Ireland, University of Bristol and Avon Rubber.
Pensions - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
The 'accessible, knowledgeable and responsive' practice at Burges Salmon LLP provides advices on all pensions matters for trustee and employer clients across the public and private sectors. Clients include AT&T, Honda, Siemens, Toshiba, Department for Education and UK Atomic Energy Authority. Clive Pugh acted successfully acted for the trustees of the Silentnight scheme in a Judicial Review brought against the Pensions Regulator in relation to the case. Partner Richard Pettit advised Brunel Holdings Pension Scheme on one of the largest ongoing moral hazard investigations by the Pensions Regulator. Tim Illston advised on the merger of five legacy-defined benefit and hybrid pension schemes with a total value of over £1bn. The 'knowledgeable, supportive and accessible' Alice Honeywill advised University of Oxford Staff Pension Scheme on a large-scale benefit restructuring. The 'experienced and knowledgeable' Michael Hayes advised FirstGroup in relation to consolidation of its pension assets in to the local government pension scheme (LGPS). Susannah Young advised the trustees of the Leonardo Pension Schemes in relation to its transition to a new administrator. Practice head Richard Knight and Justin Briggs are also recommended.
Leading individuals
Richard Knight - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Insurance
Professional negligence
Professional negligence - ranked: tier 2
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP acts mainly for claimants in professional negligence cases. It is particularly adept making claims for lenders and has experience advising in various sectors such as financial services, legal, pensions, construction, environmental, energy, accountancy, tax, actuarial, IT and fund management. It also advises on cases of cyber-security breaches and regulatory interventions. The 'highly recommended' Andrew Burnette heads the team; he is 'in complete control of his cases' with 'a strategic overview and an eye on the client's commercial imperatives'. Partner Kari McCormick focuses on financial services disputes and in particular negligence claims against FS regulated firms. Justin Briggs focuses on disputes and litigation in relation to pensions, trusts and tax. He recently advised HR Trustees in a claim against Aon Consulting which related to errors in the closure of a defined benefit pension scheme. This led to an increase in liabilities for the client, the value of the case is estimated to be £30m. Other clients include Co-operative Bank, Nationwide Building Society, Nomura International, Volvo Group UK and the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
South West: Private client
Agriculture and estates
Agriculture and estates - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is 'excellent, with extensive and wide-ranging experience in this area'. Recent highlights include two major transactions in the national land market - sales from The Crown Estate at Dunster (comprising some 9,900 acres) and Gopsall. Sian Edmunds is a 'first-rate lawyer and litigator', who is 'very client focused, hugely experienced and tenacious'. Edmunds specialises in food regulation, but also handles farming and agribusiness contractual disputes, partnership disputes and agricultural tenancy issues; she acts for John Lewis Partnership/Waitrose, The Crown Estate, Gea Farm Technologies, Ornua Foods and Humphreys Feed. Kevin Kennedy has a national reputation for agricultural and private client advice and litigation, with a particular focus on tenancy advice, real property disputes, trust-related disputes and contract and tort claims; his clients include The Crown Estate, The National Trust, and Peel Group. Jim Aveline is a 'brilliant private client and trust specialist', and recently advised on a £30m succession plan for a 3,000-cow Dorset dairy farm. The 'enormously bright' associate Maddie Dunn is 'one to watch'. New clients include Worcestershire County Council and the Environment Agency. Tom Hewitt heads up the food and farming as well as estates teams. With her 'wealth of experience and technical knowledge', Emma Folkes was made partner in May 2017; she specialises in non-contentious rural property, advising The Crown Estate's Rural Portfolio (for which the firm is sole legal advisor), the National Trust, and The Woodland Trust.
Leading individuals
Sian Edmunds - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Emma Folkes - Burges Salmon LLP
Contentious trusts and probate
Contentious trusts and probate - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
The 'excellent' Burges Salmon LLP has 'a longstanding and deserved reputation in property, contentious probate, trusts and associated work'. Kevin Kennedy and Justin Briggs head up the practice, which often works across jurisdictions and on trusts or estates worth well over £100m. Kennedy is 'excellent in agricultural and property cases and in trust and contentious probate work', and Briggs specialises in offshore trust litigation, advising representative beneficiaries and on applications to rectify trust documentation. Sian Edmunds deals with contentious trusts matters, often relating to her contentious agricultural practice. Senior associate Katherine King specialises in trusts disputes relating to both commercial and private wealth trusts. Associate Caroline Emslie provides 'excellent trial preparation and client care'.
Leading individuals
Justin Briggs - Burges Salmon LLP
Kevin Kennedy - Burges Salmon LLP
Family - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is 'in a league of its own', according to clients. Asset protection - particularly where international or offshore assets are involved - is the firm's forte. Practice head Sarah Hoskinson specialises in international divorce cases: her highlights included advising a non-domiciled wife on a complex consent order and international tax advice regarding a BVI company in a Guernsey-based trust; a financial dispute regarding a £67m landed estate; and a £30m pre- and post-nuptial agreement concerning inherited and illiquid assets. Consultant Alison Hawes - a new recruit from Irwin Mitchell last year - is 'a strategic, great negotiator' who is experienced handling complex, high-value financial matters arising from relationship breakdown; she recently acted for a husband in a £75m divorce settlement involving international properties, which also included multi-generational asset protection via prenuptial agreement. 'Pragmatic' senior associate Nicky Howarth handles private children's law and cross-border cases, and recently advised a husband in €15m French divorce proceedings with complex cross-border children and financial elements.
Leading individuals
Alison Hawes - Burges Salmon LLP
Sarah Hoskinson - Burges Salmon LLP
Personal tax, trusts and probate
Personal tax, trusts and probate - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is indisputably 'excellent'. Practice head John Barnett is 'technically outstanding' and provides tax advice to a wide range of high-net-worth individuals and many leading banks, including those not domiciled in the UK or with overseas interests. Barnett also works with entrepreneurial clients, including those non-domiciled in the UK or with overseas interests. Suzanna Harvey is another key name and she recently advised an ultra-high-net-worth individual on a wide-ranging HMRC enquiry - a cross-border matter involving UK, Guernsey, Barbados, and Switzerland. The 'exceptional and proactive' Beatrice Puoti is advising on a £500m offshore trust; and Jim Aveline is acting for a family business holding land and investments worth £175m, as well as advising on family trusts owning a major shopping centre worth £100m. Senior associate Catherine de Maid advises trust companies on likely risk areas, assists on matters with a South African connection, and advises on philanthropic issues.
Leading individuals
John Barnett - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Catherine de Maid - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Projects, energy and natural resources
Energy - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is considered by many as 'the go-to firm in the South West for pioneering energy deals' in the nuclear and renewables sectors. The department is differentiated by its prestigious nuclear practice, which includes legal director Ian Truman and Ian Salter, who have experience in major national nuclear projects. In the renewables space, Julian Boswall is acting for Ørsted (formerly DONG Energy) in connection with Hornsea Project One, which is the largest offshore wind project currently under construction in the world. In another key renewable mandate, Ross Fairley acted for Nuon Renewables in relation to the Pen y Cymoedd project, which is the largest wind farm ever constructed in England and Wales. Fairley also advised Maas Capital on its joint venture project with Solarplicity to install solar rooftop facilities to provide energy to roughly 800,000 housing association tenants nationwide. The department is also assisting Wave Hub with a variety of ongoing marine, energy and regulatory concerns, and is increasingly active in conventional power projects. Its growing water practice is led by Michael Barlow. Also recommended are Nick Churchward, who has experience in anaerobic digestion projects, energy regulatory expert James Phillips, Nathan Curtis and associate Alec Whiter.
Leading individuals
Ian Salter - Burges Salmon LLP
Julian Boswell - Burges Salmon LLP
Ross Fairley - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Alec Whiter - Burges Salmon LLP
Project finance and PFI
Project finance and PFI - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is well known throughout the region and nationally for its strength in major energy and infrastructure projects, with the team involved in many of the largest and most sensitive projects across the UK. Brioney Thomas is advising Abellio on all aspects, including funding, of rail and depot works for the East Anglia and West Midlands rail franchises. Thomas is also instructed by Transport for Wales. Also in the transport space, Lloyd James is acting for Costain Group in connection with the development of the M4 relief road in South Wales. Headed by Ian Salter, the team has unique expertise in nuclear energy projects. Gary Soloman is assisting Isle of Anglesey County Council with all aspects of its role in the development of a new nuclear power station at Wylfa. Mark Paterson is advising the Ministry of Defence in relation to the highly publicised Trident project. Additional contacts include William Gard, Keith Beattie, and Nathan Curtis.
Leading individuals
Mark Paterson - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Public sector
Education - ranked: tier 2
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP provides 'excellent overall service' and the team 'delivers what is promised in terms of skill, bench depth, breadth of offering and value for money'. Matt Ramus heads the team and specialises in commercial projects, restructuring and business transformation, he is 'an excellent lawyer who inspires confidence and trust'. Roger Bull focuses on employment law and senior associate Huw Cooke focuses on employment related aspects of corporate and commercial transactions such as redundancies and restructuring, changing terms and conditions of employment and senior-level exits. Recent highlights include advising the department for education (DfE) on intervention projects relating to local authority-run children's services that were failing. This involves transferring services to not-for-profit entities. It also advised the University of Bristol of the acquisition of land for its new £300m campus in Bristol city centre. Other clients include University of Exeter, University of West of England, Bath Spa University, OFSTED and Birmingham Children's Trust.
Local government
Local government - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
'Professional and easy to work with', Burges Salmon LLP advises local authorites on various legal issues including statutory powers, constitutional issues and schemes of delegation, cprocurement, planning and compulsory purchase and compensation. Gary Soloman heads the team and specialises in regeneration and compulsory purchase work. John Houlden deals with regulated procurement, state aid and European funding projects. Marcus Harling focuses on procurement issues in relation to infrastructure and built environment sectors. Matthew Ramus is adept at handling commercial projects, alternative delivery models (ADMs), PPP and PFI projects. Tom Dunn deals with local government pension schemes. Ross Polkinghorne led on advising Stevenage Borough Council on the selection of a development partner for a mixed use redevelopment of Stevenage town centre. Other highlights for the practice included advising Isle of Anglesey County Council on the proposed development of a new nuclear power station at Wylfa and new 400kv grid connection.
Leading individuals
Gary Soloman - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: Real estate
Commercial property: Bristol
Commercial property: Bristol - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP is widely regarded as one of 'the best legal firms in the region' and 'compares very well to the more expensive Magic Circle firms'. The team, which is split into specialist sub-groups, is regularly involved in major development projects, strategic land deals and procurement, infrastructure property mandates and investment transactions. Richard Clark heads the cross-department real estate sector group and advised Aerium Finance on its acquisition of units in a Jersey Property Unit Trust (JPUT), which was financed by Deutsche Pfandbriefbank and an ultra-high-net-worth shari'ah investor. The development practice is headed by the 'invaluable' Ross Polkinghorne, who is advising Change Real Estate on all real estate aspects of the £200m mixed-use regeneration project at Redcliff Quarter in Bristol. Similarly, Philip Beer is acting for the Greater London Authority in relation to its development partner arrangements with a Chinese developer for the £1.7bn regeneration project at Royal Albert Dock in east London. Richard Read, who leads the property investment group, assisted Virgin Active with the disposal of 16 health and racquet clubs to David Lloyd Leisure. Colin Ligman heads the wider real estate department, which includes Euan Bremner and senior associate Drew Nesbitt.
Leading individuals
Euan Bremner - Burges Salmon LLP
Richard Read - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Drew Nesbitt - Burges Salmon LLP
Construction - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
The team at Burges Salmon LLP can 'stand up to any national practice'. Headed by William Gard, the construction department is involved in many of the UK's largest transport and energy infrastructure projects, and also has an experienced contentious practice. Indeed, Gard represented a household name UK retailer in long-running arbitration proceedings, which recently settled. On the non-contentious side, Gard advised Costain on the design and construction contracts for the Greater Manchester Waste Project, which comprises 42 waste facilities across 27 sites. The 'pragmatic and collegiate' Marcus Harling advises The Crown Estate and various joint venture partners on the construction aspects of numerous London projects, including the 260,000 ft2 St. James's Market mixed-use development. Lloyd James is assisting Highways England with the procurement of construction contracts for its A303 Stonehenge expressway. The team is also engaged in a momentous national energy project. Senior associate Matthew Crossley joined the team from TLT. Other key clients include Babcock, Hochtief and Engie.
Leading individuals
Marcus Harling - Burges Salmon LLP
William Gard - Burges Salmon LLP
Environment - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
'In terms of practicality and technicality', clients rate Burges Salmon LLP's environment group as 'one of the top practices in the nation'. The firm is most active in industry sectors with considerable environmental risks, such as energy and real estate development and transportation, and the environment team has developed formidable regulatory expertise to service the firm's varied client-base. Department head Michael Barlow represented Geo Specialty Chemicals in an unprecedented appeal regarding the company's obligations under a climate change agreement. The highly recommended Simon Tilling helped advise The European Commission in evaluating the adequacy of its REACH regulations in addressing microplastic pollution in the cosmetic industry. Acting alongside Ross Fairley, Tilling also assisted a major energy company with the decommissioning of a coal-fired power plant. The group has also been increasingly involved in corporate noise pollution claims. Other key figures include Ian Salter and James Phillips.
Leading individuals
Michael Barlow - Burges Salmon LLP
Planning - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
The planning team at Burges Salmon LLP has experience handling major residential developments and energy projects, and is regularly involved in nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIP). Indeed, Elizabeth Dunn is acting for Triton Knoll Offshore Wind Farm in relation to its National Grid connection, marking the longest-ever linear NSIP. Department head Gary Soloman is advising Isle of Anglesey County Council on all planning aspects of the proposed nuclear power station at Wylfa and the subsequent 400kV grid connection. In the residential space, Soloman assisted Redrow with the planning agreements for a 900-acre development in North West Cardiff for over 6,000 houses and substantial community and infrastructure provisions. Additionally, Julian Boswall was instructed by Highways England to obtain a development consent order for its M20 J10A project. Patrick Robinson has particular experience with planning litigation and is involved in a dispute regarding the grant of a planning permission, which is likely to reach the Supreme Court. Other key clients include Canal & River Trust, the Environment Agency, and US-based energy technology developer Powersite.
Leading individuals
Patrick Robinson - Burges Salmon LLP
Property litigation
Property litigation - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
The team at Burges Salmon LLP is 'very technically knowledgeable and brings a practical and commercial approach' to a range of contentious property issues, including property insolvency, corporate lease disputes and landed estate matters. Department head Richard Bedford acted for Eden Investments and the LPA receivers in relation to a £6m damages claim against Sainsbury's concerning a breach of covenant in its anchor tenant lease in a shopping mall. Bedford also provides ongoing contentious property advice to Waterstones Booksellers. James Sutherland advised Virgin Clubs on the lease renewal process relating to its Kensington Roof Gardens location; following the decision to terminate its lease, Sutherland continues to assist the client with decant and dilapidations analyses. Noted for providing 'prompt responses and clear explanations', senior associate Chris Preston advised the University of Bristol on issues such as removal of existing third-party rights arising from its purchase of the Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus. Senior associate David Benjamin is also highly recommended.
Leading individuals
Richard Bedford - Burges Salmon LLP
South West: TMT (technology, media and telecoms)
IT and telecoms
IT and telecoms - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP handles commercial IT work, procurements, outsourcings, joint ventures, licensing, cybersecurity, encryption and data issues. Andrew Dunlop advised a supplier of premium carbonated drinks on its enterprise resource planning, cloud-based arrangements with ORACLE and contract-related issues. In another highlight the team advised a water utility company in relation to several IT projects including the purchase of a £200m cloud-based project management tool. Senior associate Lucy Pegler deals with IT, telecoms and GDPR issues with a particular focus on the transport and public sectors. David Varney specialises in working with tech vendors, the energy sector and financial services. Richard Binns is also recommended. Sarah Kenshall joined as legal director. Clients include Coca-Cola HBC, Babcock International, Thomson Reuters, Teradata, Cobham and AppDynamics.
Leading individuals
Andrew Dunlop - Burges Salmon LLP
Next generation lawyers
Lucy Pegler - Burges Salmon LLP
Intellectual property
Intellectual property - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP's full service intellectual property practice is headed by Jeremy Dickerson, who is 'extremely responsive and user friendly' and 'a clear and pragmatic adviser'. Dickerson acts for new client BBC on all UK and EU trade mark applications and registrations. Helen Scott-Lawler who jointly heads the team with Dickerson, advised the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy on a merger of existing research councils, which involved advising on the transfer of assets to the new entity. The practice also acts as sole UK trade mark counsel to Starbucks Corporation, advising on UK and EU trade mark infringement and clearance matters. Georgina Shaw has 'great communication skills' and 'adds real value to the team'. Emily Roberts focuses on contentious IP. Other key clients include Discovery Communications, John Lewis & Waitrose, Oxford University, Victoria's Secret Stores and Virgin Enterprises.
Leading individuals
Jeremy Dickerson - Burges Salmon LLP
Media and entertainment
Media and entertainment - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP provides intellectual property advice to media clients; handles advertising and marketing matters; advice on broadcasting rights exploitation; and handles disputes. Jeremy Dickerson heads the team and is 'a very good commercial and media lawyer'. Helen Scott-Lawler focuses on IP development, licensing and structuring. Recent highlights include being appointed to advise the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) on its IP portfolio. Other clients include Virgin Care, which it advises on campaign launch materials, and Discovery Communications, which it is advising on the launch of new UK TV channels, new programme names, merchandising and trade mark infringement issues.
Leading individuals
Jeremy Dickerson - Burges Salmon LLP
Sport - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP advises on regulations, rule drafting, constitutional and governance issues, integrity and anti-doping, and financial regulation. Clients include national and international federations, international teams and athletes. The firm is adept at handling disputes in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Helen Scott-Lawler led on advising a group of independent racecourses on a media rights deal with Arena Racing for the launch of a new TV channel. Another highlight includes advising Jeremy Noseda against a claim of equine doping brought by The British Horseracing Authority, after evidence was presented there was no suggestion of cheating and a much reduced fine was administered. Laura Claydon is adept at advising key stakeholders and regulatory bodies in the horse racing industry. Roger Bull deals with sports-related employment law. Jeremey Dickerson heads the team and specialises in anti-doping and integrity issues. James Pheasant left the firm. Clients include The Racecourse Association, Bristol City Football Club, Unicorn Products, Bristol Rovers Football Club and Virgin Sport.
South West: Transport
Rail - ranked: tier 1
Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP advises on all aspects of rail transport including regulatory, commercial, safety and strategy issues. Clients include train operating companies and rolling stock manufacturers such as Eurostar International, Northern Ireland Railways Company, Transport for London, Association of Train Operating Companies and Travelers Insurance Company. Head of Rail Brioney Thomas led on advising Abellio on its bid for the west midlands rail franchise, this was a joint venture that included JRE and Mitsui and was worth £1b. Simon Coppen led on advising FirstGroup on a joint venture with MTR Holdings to acquire the South Western franchise, this deal will involve £1.2b of investment over seven years. Another highlight includes acting for Transport for Wales in relation to its procurement of the next Wales and Border Rail Service and Metro on behalf of the Welsh Government, this deal is worth between £3b and £5b. Philip Beer is head of rail infrastructure, Ian Tucker was promoted to partner, Edward Barratt was promoted to legal director, he has 'commitment, transparency and wide and deep subject knowledge'. Chris Jackson heads the transport sector and specialises in industry policy and strategy developments. Ann Metherall specialises in health and safety matters. Chris Simms joined as legal director from Abellio. The team provides 'a very high quality of service, promptly turning work round to support the pace of active negotiations with broad knowledge and tailored advice'.
Leading individuals
Brioney Thomas - Burges Salmon LLP
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Offices in London
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- Corporate and commercial : M&A: lower mid-market deals, £50m-£250m
- Corporate and commercial : Partnership
- Corporate and commercial : Venture capital
- Crime, fraud and licensing : Fraud: civil
- Dispute resolution : Banking litigation: investment and retail
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- Human resources : Health and safety
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- Insurance : Professional negligence
- Investment fund formation and management : Retail funds
- Private client : Agriculture and estates
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- Projects, energy and natural resources : Infrastructure (including PFI and PPP)
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- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : Fintech
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- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : Media and entertainment (including media finance)
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- Corporate and commercial : Corporate and commercial: Bristol
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- Corporate and commercial : EU and competition
- Crime, fraud and licensing : Crime: fraud
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- Dispute resolution : Commercial litigation: Bristol
- Finance : Banking and finance
- Finance : Insolvency and corporate recovery
- Human resources : Employment: Bristol
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- Human resources : Immigration
- Human resources : Pensions
- Insurance : Professional negligence
- Private client : Agriculture and estates
- Private client : Contentious trusts and probate
- Private client : Family
- Private client : Personal tax, trusts and probate
- Projects, energy and natural resources : Energy
- Projects, energy and natural resources : Project finance and PFI
- Public sector : Education
- Public sector : Local government
- Real estate : Commercial property: Bristol
- Real estate : Construction
- Real estate : Environment
- Real estate : Planning
- Real estate : Property litigation
- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : Intellectual property
- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : IT and telecoms
- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : Media and entertainment
- TMT (technology, media and telecoms) : Sport
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Rolle, Michel
Rolle, Michel
Born Apr. 21, 1652, in Ambert; died Nov. 8, 1719, in Paris. French mathematician. Member of the Académie des Sciences (1685).
In his Traité d'algèbre (Treatise on Algebra) (1690), Rolle developed a method for isolating the real roots of algebraic equations; the method was based on a special case of Rolle's theorem. Rolle also worked on finding integer solutions of indeterminate linear equations in two unknowns. The criticism he made of G. von Leibniz' infinitesimal calculus in the early 18th century gave rise to an animated discussion.


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Hi guys, everything okay?
So, this week, we'll have in Our Backyard a sequence of vegetarian recipes. And this is my turn.
Have you ever eaten brazilian pine nuts? Well, that is the seed of Araucaria tree (see pic below). It's super common in the cuisine of Southern Brazil. In addition to very tasty, it's super nutritious. If you can't find it where you live, I'm sure you can find a way to replace it by other nut, since it gets softened after cooked.
On our trip to Caxias do Sul we brought a bit of those pine nuts. Usually it is eaten just cooked with salt, but there we found a very tasty cookie madeof the nuts. On Friday I ventured in the kitchen and tried to make these cookies but then I changed my mind and I ended up making nut pies! Check out the recipe.
Unfortunately, I didn't pay attention to measures, so I guess you'll have to use your imagination..
Place the pine nuts to cook in pressure cooker for 20 minutes after it gets pressure. I used 30 to 50 nuts. After cooking comes the most laborious part of the recipe: to peel the pinion. It took me 40 minutes using a small pair of pliers. After that, put the nuts into the mixer or food processor cup with a little olive oil. Mix untill totally crushed into tiny small pieces. Reserve the dough in a bowl. In the same cup put a medium onion, one egg and half a pack of grated cheese. Mix until it becomes like a soup. Add the mass of pine nuts, then parsley and chives, salt, a little more olive oil, pepper (season to taste). Mix well until smooth. I put the dough in aluminum molds used to make pies or quiches, without filling much. Afterall I filled some with cheese. Use your creativity: cream cheese, catupiry, cheddar, anything you want. Once ready, take to the oven for 15 to 20 minutes until dough is golden. There it is, a nutritious and delicious and original tart. Serve it with a salad of arugula – here at home, it came from the garden.
As we say here, bom apetite!


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The Pocketcurrency Corporate Program
The Pocketcurrency Corporate Program: Employee ExpensesOur new PocketCurrency prepaid Mastercard is not just for those jetting off on their holidays. We also tailor corporate programmes to help businesses streamline and reduce the costs of foreign expenditure. This month we take a closer look at how the corporate programme can be used for cutting costs on employee expenses via the pre-paid card programme. How does the corporate programme work? The PocketCurrency corporate program allows each employee to be issued with an individual pre-paid Mastercard. All cards are managed internally by a central portal issued to the company. This allows the FD or whoever is responsible for overseeing expenses to view expenditure in real time, run reports and top up cards instantly. The program creates a better relationship with employees who no longer have to spend personal finances and await expense refunds and enables the business to control budgets.
What are the cost savings involved?Cost savings are generated in two areas. Firstly, for businesses with employees who travel internationally, PocketCurrency offers vastly preferential rates of exchange and card fees compared to an individual either withdrawing cash from an ATM or using a debit or credit card overseas. Many banks charge extortionate fees for example between 3 and 5 % on the total of the transaction fee every time someone CHIPS and PINS with a debit card overseas - that is on top of the already poor 'variable' exchange rate. With the PocketCurrency Euro or US Dollar card for example, there are no CHIP and PIN fees and the rate of exchange is known at the time that the card is loaded with funds. Secondly, the central portal removes the need for receipt collection as all transactions are listed. This will generate savings on the time of both the employee and the accounts department as well as encouraging better budgeting. All transfers can be viewed instantly via the central portal making reporting on employee expenditure very simple. The system also encourages budgeting in advance for employee expenditure which can be used to encourage cost savings for the business rather than re-paying employees for amounts spent over budget. What are the other benefits? PocketCurrency is a much safer way for employees to take currency abroad. It removes the need for employees to carry large amounts of personal foreign cash with them being vulnerable to theft. It also avoids the employee exposing their own debit or credit card or a company card linked to an account being swiped abroad with increasing amounts of card fraud. Should a PocketCurrency card be lost or stolen, it can be instantly blocked by SMS text and the balance transferred. What type of businesses use the PocketCurrency Corporate Programme? Any business with employee expenses to handle can use this programme but some of our existing clients are: Legal firms Accountancy Firms Businesses with an internationally travelling sales team Media and Film Companies Foreign student placement firms International construction companies Universities Publishers How do I find out more? Speak to the PocketCurrency corporate team on 0207 740 0000 to discuss how the corporate programme can meet your requirements or to request a demonstration of the technology involved. The type of card that we recommend depends on where your employees typically travel and spend money or whether expenses payments are typically made in the UK. We set up corporate programmes for businesses with anything from one employee requiring foreign expenses to thousands, so feel free to get in touch with your queries.


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I may be taking a break from making new products while I move my family, but you can still grab some of my spooky yumminess at 40% off. Grab my Spooks Bundle for 40% off until 10/31/10 and scrap those memories in style!
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French Roast
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Black Crow was one of our first coffees and a staple dark roast at our espresso bars.
Roast level is the darkest we go on any of our coffees bringing out a big, bold body and lots of smooth, smokey notes.
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Man admits robbery
A Yerington man admitted to a charge of robbery in connection with a kidnapping last December.
Francisco E. Perez, 28, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery and battery with substantial bodily harm in court Monday.
Perez, along with 35-year-old Stacy Conti-Salway, are accused to kidnapping and robbing a man at gunpoint. On Dec. 14, 2016, Douglas County deputies responded to the Gilman Avenue area for a man who had been attacked in his home. Perez and Conti-Salway allegedly beat the victim with a metal bat and held him at gunpoint so he could get money out of the ATM for them. Perez was arrested Jan. 3, 2017, after deputies identified the two as suspects.
He was originally charged with first-degree kidnapping, robbery, assault with a deadly weapon and fraud, though the charges were dropped or reduced as per the plea agreement.
The case was to go to trial Aug. 22, before Perez changed his plead to guilty. He is now scheduled to appear for sentencing in October. Conti-Salway is scheduled to appear Sept. 11.