The firm operated under that name for nearly 100 years.
Under several names, the firm operated from 1839 until 1990.
The firm has been operating in the field of engineering services since the 1960s.
"A real wall, that kept information from me, would really change the way most firms operate."
The firm still operates from its original town centre site.
Significant changes are taking place in the regulatory environment within which firms operate.
The firm operated in 60 locations across 43 countries and had around 1,250 lawyers.
Typically, however, the firm operates on a smaller and more local scale.
The firm is now operating under a court appointed receiver.
Today, the firm operates under 21 different names in two continents.