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January 04, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Midwest Merger Push Continues in 2021 as Dinsmore Announces AcquisitionThe Dinsmore and Dentons deals add to a growing list of firms that have put down roots or expanded in the Midwest over the last year or so.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
December 29, 2020 | The American Lawyer
The Advocate and the Argument: Pamela Karlan Pushed Civil Rights Forward in a Major Way in 2020Pamela Karlan was captivated by civil rights at a young age. In 2020, she pushed them further by securing a Supreme Court victory for LGBT rights, earning her recognition as one of The American Lawyer's Attorney of the Year finalists.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
December 28, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Chicago Attracts a Flock of Law Firms During PandemicThe Windy City, with a surplus of lucrative industries, attracted several out-of-state law firms this year. The city commands high billing rates and has a wealth of legal talent.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
December 27, 2020 | The American Lawyer
2021 Forecast: White-Collar Practices Will Be at the Whims of the PandemicFor practical purposes and investigatory impetus, white-collar lawyers will be subject to the ups and downs of the pandemic in the coming year.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
December 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer
The Equity-Non-equity Happiness Gap Is Growing"It's become very clear it's not the hours worked that's being valued, but the business generated," Jeffrey Lowe of Major Lindsey & Africa said.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
December 16, 2020 | The American Lawyer
In Davis Polk Discrimination Case, Firm Argues Ex-Associate Still Lacks EvidenceThe firm says a former associate's latest amended complaint is "opportunistic" and "flatly contradicted" his original complaint
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
December 15, 2020 | The American Lawyer
As Partner Compensation Grows, Gender Pay Gap Shrinks, Report FindsEquity partners still averaged more than three times the compensation as nonequity partners, but for the first time ever, both groups saw similar percentage increases compared with the last Major, Lindsey & Africa report.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
December 14, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Rising Associate Bonuses See Mixed Reaction From Corporate CounselThe string of special bonuses tied to billing targets, on top of year-end bonuses, could create perception issues and provide even further incentive for overbilling, said Jason Winmill, who advises corporate legal departments.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
December 10, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Ex-Vedder Price Shareholder Faces 20-Month Suspension RecommendationIn generating fake invoices and double-billing, Robert Hankes took nearly $80,000 from clients before admitting to the misconduct and getting fired from the firm in October 2019.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
December 10, 2020 | Pro Mid Market
Midsize Merger Market Is Heating Up For 2021One consultant said, "it feels like everybody is talking to everybody. "
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
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