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January 31, 2019
We split atoms, we have placed men on the moon, we travel at the speed of sound, yet we cannot figure out the ultra-complex issue of law firm diversity.
January 30, 2019
Panelists told an audience at Legalweek in New York that when it comes to innovation, client demand is key
January 29, 2019
BCLP posts first combined results since transatlantic tie-up as Addleshaws LLPs reveal value of HBJ merger
January 29, 2019
This isn't the first time GCs have demanded law firms do better on diversity - American Lawyer editor Gina Passarella asks whether anything will be different this time around
January 28, 2019
Davis Polk, Gibson Dunn and Withers also shortlisted for International Law Firm of the Year
January 28, 2019
Top lawyers at companies including Cable & Wireless, Heineken and Getty Images set out ultimatum over 'largely male and largely white' partnership intakes
January 25, 2019
Attendees at last year's Trust & Estates Litigation Forum discuss the enduring appeal of the event
January 25, 2019
Firm closes Tehran base just two years after becoming first international law firm to move into market
January 25, 2019
Magic circle firm recruits Sullivan special counsel as LatAm global co-head takes new arbitration leadership role
January 24, 2019
Gibson Dunn defends Reed Smith against claim it mishandled lawsuit against credit rating agencies
January 24, 2019
Condescension, aggression and letters addressed to 'Dear Sir' are faced by many female GCs
January 22, 2019
Reputation protection partner Jenny Afia onhow private client lawyers should handle media allegations against their clients
January 21, 2019
Firm files figures ahead of potential new mandatory reporting requirements
January 21, 2019
This article sets out seven key questions to ask yourself when considering adopting new legal technology
January 17, 2019
Big Four firm plans to grow new Hong Kong operation to 20 lawyers by end of year
January 16, 2019
The push to give employees the right to completely disconnect from work is gaining traction across Europe
January 16, 2019
Nominations for Transatlantic Legal Awards 2019 now open
January 15, 2019
Schillings partner Jenny Afia on dealing with journalists when your client is about to hit the headlines
January 15, 2019
John Merow led the Wall Street firm during a period of international expansion in the 1980s and 1990s
January 15, 2019
The vision behind law firm innovation initiatives is not always shared by risk-averse older partners
January 14, 2019
On the back of CVC taking a majority stake in the company, CEO Dan Reed sets out his vision for the future of law
January 11, 2019
Ex-Sullivan partner takes sole leadership of investment bank's legal team
January 11, 2019
Multimillion-dollar salary, stock options and non-equity incentives revealed in proxy statement
January 10, 2019
Former Dechert international trade co-chair on finding a new home at Cohen & Gresser
January 09, 2019
Case centres around high-profile family dispute involving Singapore's late Prime Minister
January 08, 2019
US hire reflects move by some firms to provide services that go beyond traditional legal advice
January 08, 2019
Legal Week Innovation Awards 2019 launch with call for entries that showcase new thinking in law
January 07, 2019
Magic circle duo among firms granted temporary extension amid performance scrutiny
January 04, 2019
Founder of Corporate Legal Operations Consortium says group is 'moving in different direction'
January 04, 2019
Norton Rose Fulbright Australia financial services risk advisory head makes Big Four move
January 03, 2019
HSF CEO Mark Rigotti looks back over 30 years in law and predicts the changes to come in the next three decades
January 02, 2019
Latest #MeToo episode highlights challenges for law firms responding to allegations
December 27, 2018
Associates who billed 2,700 or more hours in 2018 to receive up to $135,000
December 27, 2018
ClearyLoop app allows associates to request informal feedback from senior lawyers
December 21, 2018
Firm aims to follow up rapid US expansion with ambitious plans for Asia
December 19, 2018
Three ideas to improve diversity and inclusion in law chosen as winners at second LegalTalent contest
December 19, 2018
Now-deleted Linkedin post announcing new partners receives strong response from in-house lawyers
December 18, 2018
Create+65 is the Magic Circle firm's first innovation lab globally and is part of the firm's Singapore-based innovation hub for the Asia-Pacific region launched earlier this year.
December 18, 2018
While harassment from clients is not uncommon, few firms have policies in place to protect their lawyers
December 17, 2018
Purchase of power grid business represents Japanese company's largest-ever acquisition
December 14, 2018
With Brexit just three months away, the lack of clarity presents an unprecedented challenge for in-house lawyers
December 13, 2018
Eversheds Sutherland, RPC and Simmons among law firms moving house in Hong Kong
December 13, 2018
Multiple sources describe harassment and gender discrimination in Pittsburgh HQ
December 12, 2018
Partners expect Kirkland to keep up aggressive lateral recruitment under new leadership
December 11, 2018
For the first time ever, Legal Week has this year extended its UK revenue rankings to cover the largest 100 law firms
December 11, 2018
Deal gives private equity players control of travel technology pioneer
December 11, 2018
While law firm interest in litigation finance is growing, new research has found in-house lawyers remain wary - but why?
December 10, 2018
Latest addition comes after firm's hire of former director of litigation in DoJ antitrust division
December 07, 2018
Chicago corporate partner chosen to take over as leader of world's top-grossing law firm
December 07, 2018
Williams & Connolly chairman steps into GC role at electric car company
December 07, 2018
Two of Australia's top law firms have been investigated by government regulators in the past two months for overworking lawyers and staff - he response could hold lessons for law firms around the world
December 07, 2018
Norton Rose Fulbright, Morgan Lewis and Gibson Dunn also among winners at New York ceremony
December 06, 2018
HP CLO Kim Rivera takes expanded business role at tech company
December 05, 2018
Are smaller law firms being treated unfairly by corporates looking for added extras from their advisers?
December 05, 2018
Law firms are partnering with the Big Four to serve their clients, but what will happen if - or when - they turn competitive?
December 04, 2018
Hogan Lovells and Slaughters among firms on purchase of cancer drugmaker
December 03, 2018
Financial wellbeing is a key concern for lawyers on track for partnership, with the demands that the role entails
December 03, 2018
Kobre & Kim white-collar chief joins magic circle firm's Washington DC base
December 03, 2018
Last week, Obelisk CEO Dana Denis-Smith's seven-year-old daughter gave a speech in front of 750 guests at the British Legal Awards - here is what she had to say
November 29, 2018
A look at the seven firms competing for Law Firm of the Year - and why they were shortlisted
November 29, 2018
Move comes after Big Four rivals PwC and EY expanded their local legal offerings earlier this year
November 27, 2018
Two magic circle firms among line-up appointed for three-year term
November 27, 2018
Dentons, which has moved into 25 new countries in the past five years, is now looking to the US for growth
November 26, 2018
Spurred by the energy practice among several others, some big Texas firms are looking to latch on lawyers in London
November 23, 2018
Firm to move out of Meridian House amid modernisation of other two London offices
November 23, 2018
More law firms are paving the path to partner, but what happens once one gets there is less than certain
November 21, 2018
New research has found that despite much-heralded efficiencies offered by new technology, the number of hours lawyers are working is actually increasing
November 21, 2018
Business leaders are becoming more open about mental health issues - but openness is only one piece of the puzzle
November 19, 2018
What killed Gabriel MacConaill was the type of work most lawyers do: helping a company make or save money
November 16, 2018
Judge finds ex-Dewey CFO 'willfully failed' to pay penalty for role in US firm's landmark 2012 collapse
November 16, 2018
For many GCs, having a dispersed workforce and legal team is the new norm
November 16, 2018
New division aims to help law departments 'operationalise' legal advice
November 15, 2018
Need help moving house? Running out of time to plan your holiday, or pick up gifts for the family? At Kirkland, there’s now a concierge for that
November 13, 2018
Proposed listing will be second-largest IPO of all time after Alibaba's $25bn 2014 NY listing
November 12, 2018
The wife of Sidley Austin partner Gabe MacConaill shares her story.
November 12, 2018
The football star’s alleged conduct illustrates ongoing concerns about the use of NDAs on both sides of the Atlantic
November 09, 2018
With the newly reimposed economic sanctions on Iran, GCs at international companies may face higher compliance risks
November 08, 2018
David Drummond, chief legal officer of Google parent company Alphabet, may have kept his job after a relationship with a subordinate, but not all GCs are as fortunate
November 06, 2018
M&A lawyer Huang Ling joins as Chinese firm builds up US law capability
November 06, 2018
Hong Kong operations set to integrate into combined Ince Gordon Dadds
October 31, 2018
Addleshaws' new Asia head Bob Charlton sets out plans to build up firm's presence in the region
October 26, 2018
Ten years ago, the US firm set out to become an ultra-profitable, international player - and so far, it’s working
October 24, 2018
Cash prize and media coverage up for grabs for law students and law firm associates
October 23, 2018
Addleshaws, Fieldfisher and Macfarlanes among UK representatives in newly expanded global rankings
October 22, 2018
The Chinese Government's ambitious economic plans are fuelling KWM's aims in the region
October 19, 2018
Firm's international trade co-chair steps down as husband joins social media giant
October 19, 2018
Move comes amid international outcry over alleged killing of dissident Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi
October 18, 2018
In a year punctuated by prominent partner departures, Quinn Emanuel chief John Quinn is standing by his firm's unconventional approach
October 18, 2018
Senior lawyers from Rolls-Royce, Tesco and BT on how to cope in a time of crisis
October 17, 2018
Firm restates growth targets after London hiring spree and record partnership round
October 17, 2018
News of launch comes after firm's announcement of three-year global business services review
October 15, 2018
Firm receives 'notice for improvement' from health and safety regulator regarding employee work conditions
October 11, 2018
Bakers committee completes report on handling of historic sexual misconduct allegation
October 11, 2018
Bayer’s former US head of law, patents and compliance joins iconic sportswear company
October 10, 2018
Dechert partner Jason Butwick on why mental health considerations are crucial in the running of a successful, sustainable law firm
October 09, 2018
Many firms are failing to get their lawyers to work together effectively - and missing out on revenues as a result
October 09, 2018
The successful law firms of the future will be those who set a culture of embracing change, rather than shying away from it
October 08, 2018
Top lawyers from Tesco, Rolls-Royce and BT recount being at the centre of a corporate scandal
October 05, 2018
The Big Four’s push into legal has seen immigration at the forefront - so which practices will be next?
October 05, 2018
Top UK trio and elite US firms throw support behind collaborative legal tech venture
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