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Alumni
Welcome to the Charles Russell Speechlys Alumni Network.
The alumni program is open to all former Charles Russell Speechlys employees.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, whatever your previous role with us or whatever you're doing now, you were and still are, part of our community.
Through this network we aim to enable you to keep in touch with your old colleagues, and keep updated with the latest firm news and developments through our Alumni newsletter. We would also like to keep you informed with details of our annual alumni receptions and other exciting events.
Many of our alumni have had fascinating career journeys since their time at Charles Russell Speechlys. You can hear all about their stories through video and articles below.
If you are a Charles Russell Speechlys alumnus/alumna and would like to be a part of the network, please complete the alumni registration form below.
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Upcoming events
Our seminars and events provide you with up-to-date news and analysis of changes that are important to you in an engaging and interactive way.
Spotlight stories
Olivia Mackie
Olivia shares her experience working in-house and why the transition to being an in-house lawyer was exactly the right move for her.
Holly Sage
Holly shares her fascinating career journey that’s taken her all over the globe.
Simon J Slater
Simon J Slater joined Charles Russell in 1994 as the firm's first Marketing Director.
News
Charles Russell Speechlys’ UK offices receive environmental certification
Our environmental management systems across the UK now officially meet the ISO14001 standard.
Record success for Charles Russell Speechlys in Chambers High Net Worth 2023 directory
Record success for Charles Russell Speechlys in Chambers High Net Worth 2023 directory
Charles Russell Speechlys Business School Inspire programme granted Institute Approved status by the Institute of Leadership
Karen Stages, Director of HR, and Paul Vissian, Head of Learning and Development, on accreditation of the Charles Russell Speechlys Business School.
Charles Russell Speechlys Officially Opens Singapore Office
Charles Russell Speechlys announces further expansion into Southeast Asia
Providing marketing and design advice to charity partners
We have been working with two Foundation charity partners to provide marketing and design expertise.
Spotlight on our IT team supporting the Charles Russell Speechlys Foundation charity partners
Focus on sharing our resources and expertise to build capacity for the Foundation’s charity partner organisations.
Windrush Day 2023: Commemorating 75 Years since the Arrival of HMT Empire Windrush
This June marks 75 years since that arrival and represents a time to celebrate the Windrush Generation.
Charles Russell Speechlys named ‘UK Trademark Prosecution Firm of the Year’ at the Managing IP Awards 2023
Our firm recognised as ‘UK Trademark Prosecution Firm of the Year’ at the 2023 Managing IP Awards
Charles Russell Speechlys awarded Family Law Firm of the year by eprivateclient
Charles Russell Speechlys awarded Family Law Firm of the year by eprivateclient
Charles Russell Speechlys advises M-KOPA in connection with its $250+ million financing round
Charles Russell Speechlys advises M-KOPA in connection with its $250+ million financing round
Charles Russell Speechlys achieves record success in The Legal 500 2023 EMEA directory
Charles Russell Speechlys achieves record success in The Legal 500 2023 EMEA directory
Charles Russell Speechlys promotes six to Partnership
Charles Russell Speechlys promotes six to Partnership
Charles Russell Speechlys announces the launch of a new podcast series ‘Client Conversations’
Simon Ridpath and Bart Peerless, will host a brand-new podcast series featuring prominent clients and friends of the Firm.
Charles Russell Speechlys advises the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company on the launch of its Sustainable Bonds on the LSE
Charles Russell Speechlys advises the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company on the launch of its Sustainable Bonds on the LSE
International Women’s Day 2023: Collaborating and Celebrating Together
What words of advice would you give to your younger self, daughter or mentee?
Charles Russell Speechlys receives Top Awards from Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index
We have received a Gold Award from Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index for our commitment and actions to be an inclusive employer.
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Snacks International on its acquisition of Burts Snacks Limited.
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Snacks International on its acquisition of Burts Snacks Limited.
Charles Russell Speechlys advises alinea on its merger with Turner & Townsend
Charles Russell Speechlys advises alinea on its merger with Turner & Townsend
Spotlight on using Pro Bono to respond to the climate crisis
The Chancery Lane Project is an industry initiative which helps lawyers to integrate climate change considerations into contracts.
Charles Russell Speechlys announces further growth of its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with the arrival of two new Partners
Charles Russell Speechlys announces further growth of its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with the arrival of two new Partners
Charles Russell Speechlys Intellectual Property team successfully oppose the registration of a certification mark for Manuka Honey
Charles Russell Speechlys Intellectual Property team successfully oppose the registration of a certification mark for Manuka Honey
Charles Russell Speechlys features twice in The Lawyer’s Top 20 cases for 2023
"Our team are proud to be instructed on some of the largest and most high-profile cases in 2023"
Charles Russell Speechlys Luxembourg represents Elemental Holding Group
This capital will be committed to funding the Company’s exciting pipeline of growth projects...
Piers Master and Nicola Saccardo named in eprivateclient’s 50 Most Influential 2023
Piers Master and Nicola Saccardo named in eprivateclient’s 50 Most Influential 2023
Charles Russell Speechlys Paris appoints four new Of Counsels
These appointments demonstrate that we attach the utmost importance to the training and internal promotion of our talent.
Paula Boast awarded MBE for services to UK-Bahrain business relations
Paula Boast awarded MBE for services to UK-Bahrain business relations
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Puma Private Equity on its investment into HR Duo
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Puma Private Equity on its investment into HR Duo
Charles Russell Speechlys bolsters its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with two lateral hires
Charles Russell Speechlys bolsters its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice with two lateral hires
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Countryside Partnerships on its £2.5bn joint venture with Warwickshire Property & Development Group
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Countryside Partnerships on its £2.5bn joint venture with Warwickshire Property & Development Group
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Acora on acquisition of Computer Service Centre
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Acora on acquisition of Computer Service Centre
Charles Russell Speechlys celebrates Women in Leadership
The evening featured a fantastic panel of guest speakers from Buzzacott, BYBI Beauty, and Bubble; each of whom shared their experiences and insight into obtaining investment for early stage businesses.
Charles Russell Speechlys Paris advised Swen Capital Partners (agent of Matmut Innovation) and the Matmut Group, in the context of an investment in Virage-Viager
This operation will strengthen the partnership between the Matmut Group and Virage-Viager
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Corporate and Commercial Partner Alex Reid in Dubai
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Corporate and Commercial Partner Alex Reid in Dubai
Charles Russell Speechlys Middle East celebrates a double anniversary: building on local roots
As Charles Russell Speechlys Middle East celebrates a double anniversary this year, Patrick Gearon talks to the Oath.
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Guildford Games Developer Community on the launch of Guildford.Games Ltd
Charles Russell Speechlys has advised the Guildford.Games committee, a not-for-profit initiative, on the formation of Guildford.Games Ltd
Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens international Sports credentials with the appointment of Benoît Pasquier
Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens international Sports credentials with the appointment of Benoît Pasquier
Charles Russell Speechlys wins Best Legal Services: Private Equity – Pan – Africa at the AGF Service Providers Awards 2022
Best Legal Services: Private Equity – Pan – Africa at the AGF Service Providers Awards 2022
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Sage on sponsorship deals
Charles Russell Speechlys has advised Sage, a global leader in software technology, on a series of high-profile partnership deals
Charles Russell Speechlys succeed in Greggs v Zurich Covid-19 insurance trial
Charles Russell Speechlys successfully act for Greggs in landmark business interruption trial
Charles Russell Speechlys’ next generation lead the way in eprivateclient’s Top 35 Under 35
Four leading young Private Wealth practitioners selected for eprivateclient Top 35 Under 35 rankings
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Partner Nicola Saccardo to the Firm’s London office
Charles Russell Speechlys welcomes Partner Nicola Saccardo
Charles Russell Speechlys helps defeat bribery prosecution in stunning victory in the Milan Court of Appeal
Charles Russell Speechlys victorious in the Milan Court of Appeal
Charles Russell Speechlys awarded Private Client Law Firm by eprivateclient
Charles Russell Speechlys awarded Private Client Law Firm by eprivateclient
Charles Russell Speechlys achieves colour trade mark registration for iconic ‘Cadbury Purple’
This decision marks the end of a long journey to register a colour trade mark without contours for Cadbury’s iconic purple brand.
Windrush Day 2022 – supporting access to justice
Charles Russell Speechlys is proud to continue supporting survivors of the Windrush scandal in their fight for justice.
Pro bono support for major office premises move for charity in Stoke-on-Trent
Emmaus entities provide safe homes, community support and meaningful work to formerly homeless people across the UK.
Jeremy Arnold joins Charles Russell Speechlys as Tax Trusts and Succession Senior Counsel
Jeremy Arnold joins Charles Russell Speechlys as Tax Trusts and Succession Senior Counsel
Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens its landed estates offering with the appointment of Alastair Morrison
Charles Russell Speechlys strengthens its landed estates offering with the appointment of Alastair Morrison
Simon Ridpath featured in the Lawyer’s Hot 100 list
Simon Ridpath features in The Lawyer’s Hot 100 list
Charles Russell Speechlys promotes six to Partner
Charles Russell Speechlys promotes six to Partner
Pro bono client Everyday Plastic launches collaboration with Greenpeace UK
Are you aware of how much plastic is passing through your home? Do you know what happens to it?
Charles Russell Speechlys joins Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers as a Founding Member
We are delighted to announce that the firm has joined the Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers (GAIL) as a Founding Member.
Charles Russell Speechlys awarded Gold Award by Stonewall
The firm has received a Gold Award from Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index for its commitment and actions to be an inclusive employer.