Law Firm Management

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International Edition

Heavyweight Partners Lead as Argus Media CEO Buys Majority Stake in Company

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | January 23, 2024

Skadden's Richard Youle and Freshfields' Julian Pritchard are among the partners acting.

2 minute read

International Edition

'Strategic Issues Thinking': The New Bite-Sized Approach to Law Firm Strategy

By Gail J. Cohen | January 22, 2024

At many firms, partners tend to lose steam before long-term strategic plans are realized. Addressing issues one at a time fits better with lawyers' action-oriented personalities, said one longtime legal consultant.

3 minute read
International Edition

Davis Polk Lures Another Cravath Partner, Adding M&A Litigator

By Patrick Smith | January 22, 2024

Rory Leraris is at least the fourth Cravath partner who Davis Polk has hired in the last few years.

2 minute read

International Edition

Linklaters' US Struggle: A Unique Problem or a Wider Challenge Facing Top UK Firms?

By Kasvi Sehgal | January 22, 2024

Rivals, consultants and ex-Linklaters partners share views on the firm's recent US expansion and whether it could finally see the firm compete, or highlights a wider challenge facing UK-founded firms in the US.

5 minute read
International Edition

The Time to Do a Transatlantic Merger is Now

By Paul Hodkinson | January 21, 2024

As international GDP growth slows, law firms hoping to keep up with Kirkland, Latham, Skadden, and Simpson Thacher need to consider mergers involving the US, writes the Global Lawyer.

8 minute read
International Edition

Latin America-Focused Lawyer Rejoins Greenberg Traurig in Washington

By Amy Guthrie | January 20, 2024

The return of Irwin Altschuler reinforces the practice's capabilities in Mexico, in particular, after a January hire in Mexico City.

2 minute read
International Edition

Dealmakers Plan to Keep Investing in Private Equity Practices Amid Higher Expectations for 2024

By Patrick Smith | January 18, 2024

Private equity attorneys from leading law firms say creative dealmaking could meet pent-up demand to produce an uptick in deals.

7 minute read
International Edition

Young Talent: Is the Allure of Big Law Enough to Silence ESG Concerns?

By Tom Parry | January 18, 2024

Top recruiters explain how environmental and social impact is of increasing importance to talented juniors—and discuss whether the attraction of high pay and kudos is enough to overcome ESG failures.

7 minute read
International Edition

As the Thai Competitive Landscape Shifts, Firms Are Testing Out New Waters

By Jessica Seah | January 17, 2024

More and more Thai companies have been acquiring overseas assets, prompting domestic and regional law firms in Thailand to expand their global capabilities.

6 minute read
International Edition

France's Lawyers Still Benefiting From Brexit as Paris Strengthens Its Role as Global Financial Hub

By Anne Bagamery | January 16, 2024

The Macron government has promised to introduce further reforms to attract more banks, private equity and hedge funds, prompting Paris lawyers to anticipate increased demand for their services.

5 minute read
The American Lawyer

Will We See You? Join Law.com Pro Editors and Analysts at Legalweek NYC For Sessions Geared Toward Law Firm Strategy

By Gina Passarella Cipriani | January 28, 2024

Let's meet up in person Jan. 31 to dive into the future of law firm management. Come ready with questions for our experts as we bring Law.com Pro to life at Legalweek NYC.

4 minute read
The Legal Intelligencer

Cozen O'Connor Announces First-Year Salary Increases in Phila., New York and Washington

By Amanda O'Brien | January 26, 2024

First-year associates in Philadelphia will earn $195,000 while those in New York and Washington, D.C., will get bumped up to $205,000.

2 minute read
New York Law Journal

Jeh Johnson Urges Jury to Reject 'Conspiracy Theory' in Davis Polk Retaliation Case

By Jane Wester | January 26, 2024

Plaintiff Kaloma Cardwell's attorney, David Jeffries, argued that his client was fired in a retaliatory fashion by partners aiming to shield the firm's reputation.

3 minute read
The American Lawyer

As Clients Seek Out 'Dream Team' From Multiple Law Firms, Shook Offers Strategy Counseling

By Andrew Maloney | January 26, 2024

"We're seeing more and more clients form virtual law firms to select the best from each firm, a dream team, so to speak," Shook Hardy's Jennifer Stevenson said.

4 minute read
The Recorder

Implement Good Habits To Reduce Malpractice Risks

By Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair | January 26, 2024

Even small steps can help break old habits that create big risks of malpractice claims, according to Dentons' Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

6 minute read
Law.com

Where Are Big Law Billing Rates Growing the Fastest?: The Morning Minute

By Zack Needles | January 26, 2024

The news and analysis you need to start your day.

4 minute read
The American Lawyer

'I Question Their Dedication to the Firm': Insiders on Slaughter and May's Reduced Hours Policy

By Charlotte Johnstone | January 25, 2024

Current and former firm personnel say that lawyers participating in the scheme could be limiting their partnership prospects as other industry commentators point to the policy's lack of flexibility.

7 minute read
The American Lawyer

The New Normal in Office Work Is Here, but Lawyers Still Aren't Happy With It

By Andrew Maloney | January 25, 2024

Transitioning from Covid lockdown to return-to-office could be a factor in lawyers believing their firm's culture has changed for the worse, according to a survey report this week.

6 minute read
Law.com

Some Question Slaughter and May's Reduced Hours Policy

By Charlotte Johnstone | January 25, 2024

Current and former firm personnel say that lawyers participating in the scheme could be limiting their partnership prospects as other industry commentators point to the policy's lack of flexibility.

7 minute read
The American Lawyer

From the (Departing) Editor-in-Chief: Thank You From The Bottom of My Heart

By Gina Passarella Cipriani | January 25, 2024

It has been my great honor to serve at the helm of The American Lawyer. The industry is in for a real treat as our new editor-in-chief is named.

5 minute read

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