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24 March 2011
Issue: 7458 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Christopher Stephens JAC

The Law Society is to work closely with newly appointed chairman of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC), Christopher Stephens, to help increase the number of solicitors appointed to the judiciary.

Christopher’s appointment is for three years and comes at a time of change and transition as the JAC considers the outcomes of the review of the judicial appointments process.
 

Issue: 7458 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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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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