KWM rescue deal fails

A proposed bailout plan for King & Wood Mallesons’ Europe arm has failed, according to a firm spokesperson. The Chinese and Australian arms were prepared to put forth funding, contingent on EUME partnership agreeing to a plan that included providing capital and committing to a lock-in period of one year. Some EUME partners reportedly did not agree to the lock-in terms. In an effort to rescue its EUME arm, KWM leadership has considered a variety of options, including mergers. The firm has not yet confirmed its next steps for a solution, although many employees anticipate the firm to collapse following the failure of the bailout deal.

KWM rescue deal fails thelawyer.com Thu, Nov 24, 2016