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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
November 29, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Paul Weiss and Baker McKenzie also said they will pay "discretionary" or "premium" bonuses for high-performers.
By Patrick Smith | Justin Henry
3 minute read
October 23, 2023 | The American Lawyer
The study results have the potential to shift how firms coach, enable, measure, and incentivize partners' business development efforts, the report authors say.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
September 14, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Several law firms have already seen significant departures in their business development, marketing and communications ranks.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
September 11, 2023 | The American Lawyer
The second and third largest capital expenses for most law firms can both compete for resources and be utterly dependent upon each other.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
August 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Law firms track everything from badge swipes to keystrokes for their employees. But is putting a person's location in a public forum a bridge too far?
By Patrick Smith
5 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
August 7, 2023 | The American Lawyer
A five-partner restructuring team is the latest to leave Stroock for Morgan Lewis. Meanwhile, the New York firm said it has secured the votes needed to end its pension obligation, removing an obstacle for a merger.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
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Shipman is seeking an associate to join our Labor & Employment practice in our Hartford, New Haven, or Stamford office. Candidates shou...
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MELICK & PORTER, LLP PROMOTES CONNECTICUT PARTNERS HOLLY ROGERS, STEVEN BANKS, and ALEXANDER AHRENS