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05 June 2008
Issue: 7324 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Bar expansion

In brief

The Bar Council has opened a new office in Brussels. The council says the new premises will allow it to respond more swiftly and effectively to policy initiatives and developments, communicating the knowledge and expertise of the English Bar to European policy makers. Bar chairman Tim Dutton QC says: “The presence of the Bar Council in Brussels is a vital part of our international strategy.”

Issue: 7324 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Anthony Collins—20 promotions

Anthony Collins—20 promotions

20 promotions mark major people investment at national law firm, Anthony Collins

Sidley—Elaine Whiteford

Sidley—Elaine Whiteford

Sidley adds competition litigator Elaine Whiteford in London

Charles Russell Speechlys—Claudina D’Costa

Charles Russell Speechlys—Claudina D’Costa

Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Claudina D’Costa as Director of Client Development Marketing

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