Christine Simmons writes about the New York legal community and the business of law. Email her at [email protected] and find her on Twitter @chlsimmons
May 13, 2020 | New York Law Journal
Law Firm Office Reopening Guidance: Wear Masks and Take AttendanceGuidance released by the New York State Bar Association on Wednesday includes specific steps law firms can take to prepare their offices and employees for reopening.
By Christine Simmons
5 minute read
May 12, 2020 | New York Law Journal
Simpson Adds Another M&A Partner, This Time From Client Goldman SachsAn M&A slowdown during the pandemic hasn't stalled demand for well-connected dealmakers, especially for law firms serving the private equity industry.
By Christine Simmons
3 minute read
May 11, 2020 | New York Law Journal
At Schulte Roth, COVID-19 Pandemic Accelerates New Leadership GoalsWith a firm clientele dominated by the financial industry, co-managing partners David Efron and Marc Elovitz said they've been able to avoid painful cuts as they navigate the crisis and longer-term strategic goals.
By Christine Simmons
6 minute read
May 08, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Simpson Thacher Says Summer Associates Can Earn More Money Through Giving BackWhile Simpson appears unique in offering a stipend in exchange for community service, other firms are also encouraging community service or pro bono work as part of their summer programs.
By Christine Simmons
4 minute read
May 05, 2020 | The American Lawyer
In Rare Lateral Exit, Wachtell Partner Ed Lee Jumps to KirklandKirkland's hiring of rising M&A star Edward Lee escalates a talent war with New York lockstep firms like Wachtell.
By Christine Simmons
3 minute read
May 01, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Growth Slowed for New York's Elite Law Firms Even Before the Pandemic HitSome also took a hard look at their compensation models as revenue and profit growth cooled last year.
By Christine Simmons
21 minute read
April 24, 2020 | New York Law Journal
Graduates of New York Law Schools Outperformed Peers in State's Feb Bar ExamThe passing rate for New York law school graduates who took the February bar exam for the first time was the highest in a decade.
By Christine Simmons
2 minute read
April 21, 2020 | The American Lawyer
For the Am Law 100, Mergers Don't Always Mean Immediate ResultsAn analysis of recent history shows that it often takes time before a merger delivers top-line growth, especially in times of crisis.
By Christine Simmons
13 minute read
April 17, 2020 | National Law Journal
Arnold & Porter Resists Pay Cuts as COVID-19 Crisis Follows Revenue DipGrappling with the pandemic in the wake of flat or declining 2019 finances, the firm has held off from announcing furloughs, layoffs or compensation cuts.
By Christine Simmons
6 minute read
April 13, 2020 | National Law Journal
After a Record Year, Venable Cuts Pay, Furloughs Some Staff to 'Prudently Prepare'"We have taken steps to tailor staffing needs to the current environment," the firm said in a statement.
By Christine Simmons
5 minute read
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