Firm promotion: New London managing partner at Jenner & Block

International law firm Jenner & Block has appointed Christine Braamskamp as its new managing partner of its London office.

Braamskamp, who joined Jenner & Block in 2018, is currently co-chair of the firm’s investigations department and the investigations, compliance, and defense practice. She also co-founded the culture risk and sensitive investigations practice.

Braamskamp takes over the role from partner Charlie Lightfoot. Lightfoot will continue leading the firm’s international arbitration practice and disputes work in London.

Co-managing partners Katya Jestin and Randy Mehrberg commented: 'With confidence, vision, and judgment, Charlie developed Jenner & Block’s reputation in the London market, particularly in International Arbitration, Litigation, and Investigations, Compliance, and Defense.'

'Christine is a natural leader who will seamlessly carry-on London’s successful trajectory, bringing a growth mindset and valuable experience to the role.'

Braamskamp commented: 'Since 2015, the office has grown from a pair of lawyers to more than 20, established its reputation as a real player in the London legal market, and been recognised as the number one ranked firm for international pro bono service. Charlie charted a tremendous course, and we have an ambitious growth plan that I am excited to take forward in this next phase of expansion for the London office.'