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Hamlins

Commercial law firm in London

hamlins.com

Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded year: 1913
Company type: Partnership
Number of employees: 90–200
Industry: Business Support Services

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Latest news about Hamlins

In short: Hamlins expanded its corporate and real estate teams, secured key legal victories in privacy and media cases, and grew its client base.

Company announcements

July 24 Hamlins

Hamlins client receives public apology from MGN

MGN apologised in court and paid damages for misusing private information through voicemail interception.

July 23 Hamlins

Hamlins reports Housing Secretary's intervention in City Plan 2040

The intervention delays adoption due to tall building impact on Tower of London, with new hearings scheduled for September 2026.

July 8 Hamlins

Hamlins explains SM&CR Phase 2 reform for financial firms

The Senior Managers and Certification Regime reforms take effect from 10 July 2026, with changes to prescribed responsibilities, thresholds, and certification.

June 25 Hamlins

Hamlins discusses Law Commission review of commercial lease laws

Chris Lee explains the proposals for landlords, tenants, and others, with responses due by September 2026.

Media coverage

April 2 Global Legal Insights

Trowers & Hamlins private equity duo heads to Shoosmiths - GLI

Shoosmiths welcomes two London-based partners specialising in UK and international mid-market private equity deals.

8 December 2025 Law Society Gazette

Hamlins partner cleared in closely watched 'SLAPPs' case

Christopher Mark Hutchings, of London firm Hamlins LLP, cleared of misconduct following private hearing.

27 November 2025 Law Society Gazette

Hamlins acquires Maddox Legal corporate team

London law firm Hamlins has acquired the corporate team from London-based Maddox Legal. Maddox Legal was co-founded by Joss Alcraft and managing partner Mark Archer...

8 January 2025 Solicitors Journal

Hamlins Launches Growth Strategy with Swan Turton Acquisition

This strategic move marks a shift for Hamlins, which is actively seeking further acquisitions to expand its expertise in sectors including media, sport, real estate...

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