Deputy General Counsel from CMA to Join Linklaters

Linklaters, a prominent Magic Circle law firm, has shared news of the upcoming addition of Jessica Radke, a distinguished competition litigator, to its London team in May.

On February 17, Linklaters disclosed the forthcoming recruitment of Jessica Radke as a senior counsel in their London litigation, arbitration, investigations practice, and antitrust and foreign investment group.

Scheduled to commence on May 6, Radke will be bringing with her eight years of experience, including a notable tenure as the deputy general counsel of the Competition and Markets Authority.

In other legal news, Dentons has broadened its white-collar services to cater to heightened client requirements by securing a seasoned London partner boasting more than two decades of expertise.

Clifford Chance, another esteemed UK Magic Circle firm, has recently attracted a Parisian intellectual property litigator who previously handled matters for Google and transitioned from A&O Shearman.

This week’s legal industry update also included noteworthy moves such as Memery Crystal attorneys making the shift to Fladgate and CMS’ appointment of a former DLA Piper insurance litigator in Oslo, among others.

Moreover, a significant development is set to take place at the UK Competition and Markets Authority as one of its deputy general counsels is preparing to join Linklaters.

Canada is embroiled in a substantial battle concerning bias, and Sidley has successfully recruited a top liability litigator from Dentons, showcasing a competitive market landscape.

Furthermore, Brown Rudnick has named co-chairs for its PTAB practice, indicating a strategic leadership move within their organization.