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Applying the brakes – the legal chiefs helping fast-growth firms to mature

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Hamish McNicol
29 October 2019
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Two ear-piercing siren blasts ring out across the Canary Wharf HQ of fintech unicorn Revolut.

‘May I have your attention please! Fire has been reported in the building! Please listen for further instructions.’

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