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Patrick Smith, based in New York, covers the business of law, including the ways law firms compete for clients and talent, M&A and corporate work, leadership and marketing innovation. Reach him at [email protected] or on Twitter at @nycpatrickd
January 31, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Professionals from Paul Hastings, Husch Blackwell, Redgrave and others discussed whether firms should buy or build and what the cultural costs are, if legal tech teams also develop client relationships.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
December 20, 2023 | The American Lawyer
"The overwhelming majority of our colleagues are complying," noted Davis Polk's Neil Barr. "I know not everyone loves it, but from the institution's perspective, we are in a good spot."
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
December 18, 2023 | The American Lawyer
The firm's moves are consistent with a slew of large law firms making staff and associate cuts in 2023, as firms focused on efficiency, outsourcing and productivity in a year of declining demand.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
November 28, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Paul Hastings and McDermott said they will match the Cravath scale.
By Patrick Smith
2 minute read
November 2, 2023 | The American Lawyer
"They didn't do anything when 45 people left a year ago," said a Stroock lawyer about firm leadership.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
October 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Whether the firm lands in bankruptcy is unknown at this point, sources said, as Stroock will be dealing with both preferred and non-preferred creditors. Its full liabilities are unclear at this point.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
August 30, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Communication, clear expectations, frequent meetings and giving associates a venue to "flex different muscles" can help address any skill gaps.
By Patrick Smith | Andrew Maloney | Hank Grezlak
5 minute read
August 28, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Consultants and partners have bluntly described some younger associates as "lacking accountability and initiative." But surveys suggest younger lawyers and aspiring lawyers are more varied in their motivations than earlier generations.
By Patrick Smith | Andrew Maloney | Hank Grezlak
6 minute read
August 10, 2023 | The American Lawyer
"The largest driver of cost savings would stem from a reduction in the size of a firm's new associate class," Decipher's Greg Hamman said.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
July 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer
The shift in market players has created "winners and losers," Debevoise's Jeff Ross.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
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