By Dan Roe | January 16, 2024
The bankruptcy practice is poised to exceed the highs of 2020 due to a confluence of factors, recently hired O'Melveny partner Julian Gurule said.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Justin Henry | January 16, 2024
"It is so much easier to keep people happy when they can't see someone is making more than them even though they have more in originations," said Jeffrey Lowe, recounting the message he hears from firms with opaque compensation models.
The American Lawyer | How I Made It|Q&A
By ALM Staff | January 16, 2024
"Within the firm, there are three main sets of relationships you need."
The American Lawyer | How I Made It|Q&A
By ALM Staff | January 12, 2024
"Being born and bred in New York, New York is in my DNA," said Cohen, who took leadership of the firm's New York office last year. "I have had countless conversations with attorneys about their career trajectory. There are different routes to get to where you want to be and maybe it takes you longer ... but there is a path that can be found if one is looking."
By Justin Henry | January 11, 2024
The adoption of a nontransparent pay system comes as firm leaders seek to reduce internal tensions as the spread of compensation expands.
By Amanda O'Brien | January 10, 2024
Broken down geographically, Miami had one of the highest percentages of female associates, making up 55% of the associate population, with Phoenix coming in at a close second, with 54% women associates, while St. Louis trailed behind in last place.
The American Lawyer | How I Made It
By ALM Staff | January 10, 2024
"It may not always be easy to hear, but requesting and accepting feedback from your case teams, supervising attorneys, and clients shows a desire to learn and grow and is key to your professional development. And, as you get more senior and supervise others, pay it forward and provide constructive feedback to others."
By Isha Marathe | January 9, 2024
Pierson Ferdinand, a new law firm recently launched by the managing partners from FisherBroyles, looks to build legacy systems that stay flexible enough to accommodate future needs, and automate as much non-billable work as possible.
By ALM Staff | January 9, 2024
"Even though you may be part of a partnership, you're similar to an independent contractor. You've got to build your own book of business in an environment that will support you."
By ALM Staff | January 8, 2024
"When you spot leadership potential in a member of your team, you should begin nurturing it as early as possible," says Michael Glaser.
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