Legal Crusader Joins Forces with Alleged Victims of Mohamed Al Fayed in Police Negligence Probe

LONDON — A prominent lawyer who successfully represented victims of a notorious black cab rapist is now focusing on the case against Mohamed Al Fayed, the late Egyptian businessman accused by numerous women of sexual misconduct. Phillippa Kaufmann KC is part of a legal team scrutinizing the police’s response to allegations against Fayed, especially regarding their duty to investigate such claims thoroughly. Following the release of the BBC documentary “Al Fayed: Predator at Harrods,” over 100 women have approached law firms, including those who allege they were raped by Fayed during his tenure as the … Read more

Tom Davis Joins Epiq as Chief of Staff, Bolstering Fraud Prevention in Class Action and Mass Tort Units

NEW YORK — Epiq, a leader in legal services and technology solutions, has enhanced its team by appointing Tom Davis as Chief of Staff for its Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort division. With a profound background in operations, compliance, and fraud prevention, Davis brings decades of relevant expertise to a rapidly evolving field fraught with complex challenges. Davis, who previously served as vice president of operations and fraud prevention at Garden City Group (GCG) before its acquisition by Epiq in 2018, will directly collaborate with Nicole Hamann, President of Epiq Class Action. His role … Read more

Industry Veteran Tom Davis Joins Epiq to Fortify Class Action and Fraud Prevention Capabilities

NEW YORK — Epiq, a leader in legal services and technology, announced on Tuesday the appointment of Tom Davis as Chief of Staff for its Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit. The strategic hire aims to bolster the company’s capacity in managing complex cases surrounding class actions and mass torts. Davis, a seasoned professional in the field, brings a wealth of experience, particularly in operations, compliance, and fraud prevention. His career includes notable past roles such as Vice President of Operations at Garden City Group (GCG) before its acquisition by Epiq in 2018. … Read more

Legal Luminary Juan Antonio Xiol Joins Cuatrecasas, Enhancing Firm’s Cassation and Special Appeals Practice

Barcelona, Spain – Esteemed jurist Juan Antonio Xiol has been appointed as a new counsel for Cuatrecasas’ Cassation and Special Appeals practice group, marking a significant addition to the firm. Xiol brings over five decades of experience in the legal field, particularly noted for his expertise in litigation and civil law, alongside a distinguished career in the judiciary that includes serving in the highest courts of Spain. Cuatrecasas has notably strengthened its legal team with Xiol’s appointment, reflecting the firm’s commitment to enhancing its role in high-stakes cassation and amparo appeals. Xiol’s vast experience in … Read more