Global digital giant Valtech acquires True Clarity with help from Joelson
February 2018
Fast-growing digital agency, Valtech, has acquired UK-based True Clarity in a deal assisted by London law firm, Joelson. This is the latest acquisition by Valtech and is part of a wider international expansion that it has been undertaking in recent years. The addition of True Clarity to its existing portfolio has broadened Valtech’s capabilities in … Continue reading “Global digital giant Valtech acquires True Clarity with help from Joelson”
Joelson makes shortlist for international GamblingCompliance award
February 2018
The Licensing, Gaming and Regulatory team at one of London’s leading law firms, Joelson, has been shortlisted at this year’s Global Regulatory Awards. Run by GamblingCompliance – a leading provider of independent legal, regulatory and business intelligence to the international gambling industry – the awards are a highlight of the gambling sector’s calendar. Created to … Continue reading “Joelson makes shortlist for international GamblingCompliance award”
Up and coming female business leaders take part in roundtable talk with Joelson
February 2018
Members of leading female entrepreneur network, SheWorx, have taken part in a roundtable discussion hosted by London law firm, Joelson. The latest SheWorx Breakfast event at the firm’s offices in Portland Place featured a talk from Renée Elliott the founder of Planet Organic. Renée, the pioneer behind the UK’s first organic supermarket launched in 1995, … Continue reading “Up and coming female business leaders take part in roundtable talk with Joelson”
Did Barclays ‘sacrifice’ trader to avoid further regulatory scrutiny?
February 2018
Major bank embroiled in legal battle with ex-senior trader. Barclays Plc dismissed David Fotheringhame more than two years ago, prompting him to launch tribunal proceedings for unfair dismissal. Mr Fotheringhame was fired from his post after a multi-million dollar settlement was agreed between Barclays and the New York Department of Financial Services following allegations that … Continue reading “Did Barclays ‘sacrifice’ trader to avoid further regulatory scrutiny?”
Job applicant stunned by inappropriate recruitment quiz
February 2018
A salient reminder that businesses should steer clear of personal questions. Employers are advised to review their approach to recruitment after one jobseeker raised concerns about a personality test that she branded “highly inappropriate”. Dr Angela Stienne, a researcher at the University of Leicester, was asked to complete a personality quiz which included a question … Continue reading “Job applicant stunned by inappropriate recruitment quiz”
Controversy could trigger a review of NDAs
February 2018
Spokesman for the PM says she will consider current rules. Downing Street has signalled that Theresa May could approve a review of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), following concerns about their current use. Questions have been raised about whether the agreements – properly used in many lines of business – are also being used to “gag” victims … Continue reading “Controversy could trigger a review of NDAs”
Reduction in fixed odds betting terminal stakes is likely to lead closure of a significant number of betting shops, says specialist gambling solicitor
January 2018
The Prime Minister, Theresa May, has confirmed that the Government is intending to reduce maximum stakes on fixed odds betting terminals (FOBT), a move which Richard Williams – Joint-Head of the Licensing, Gaming and Regulatory team at London law firm Joelson – believes will seriously affect land-based betting operators’ profits. Addressing the Commons, Theresa May … Continue reading “Reduction in fixed odds betting terminal stakes is likely to lead closure of a significant number of betting shops, says specialist gambling solicitor”
A leading restaurateur shares his experiences of working with Joelson
January 2018
As one of the world’s leading restaurant groups, the team behind global restaurant brand Oliver Maki understand what it takes to deliver high-quality services to discerning internationally-minded clients, which is why they chose to employ Joelson as their UK legal team.
Joelson helps star-studded Pasta Evangelists secure necessary seed funding
January 2018
One of the UK’s fastest growing food startups, Pasta Evangelists, has worked with London law firm, Joelson, to secure initial seed funding for its highly endorsed brand. Having already converted a number of leading food critics to its offering, including co-founder and shareholder Giles Coren and Great British Bake-Off star, Prue Leith CBE, Pasta Evangelists … Continue reading “Joelson helps star-studded Pasta Evangelists secure necessary seed funding”
Eton College Law Society learns more about licensing, gambling and regulatory law from top solicitor
January 2018
Students at one of the UK’s most prestigious schools, Eton College, have gained a deeper insight into the world of licensing, gambling and regulatory law from Niall McCann, a highly regarded solicitor from one of London’s leading firms. Niall, Joint-Head of Joelson’s Licensing, Gambling and Regulatory team, addressed members of Eton College’s Law Society as … Continue reading “Eton College Law Society learns more about licensing, gambling and regulatory law from top solicitor”
The Real Good Food Company
“The advice we got from Joelson was, as usual, proactive, clear and practical. The timetable was tight but Sheldon, Philippe, Johnathan and the rest of the legal team made sure we got through everything in good time and with zero fuss.”
Pieter Totte, Executive Chairman
The Real Good Food Company PLC
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