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The American Lawyer

Associates Want a Break on Billable Hours as Pay Cuts Roil Law Firms

A new survey released by Major, Lindsey & Africa and Above the Law found that while law firms are getting high marks for communicating in the coronavirus crisis, many associates want lower billable hour targets in light of broad pay cuts and unusual working conditions.
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

The Am Law 200: Get the Scoop Behind the Second Hundred's Surprising Results

The Am Law 200 had a unique, and in some cases fractured, performance for 2019. This webinar will dive into which types of firms are best positioned for managing through 2020.
1 minute read

The American Lawyer

O'Melveny Elects Butwin Again to Lead Firm as Chairman Through 2025

Brad Butwin's reelection came more than eight months before his new term is scheduled to start in February 2021, demonstrating the O'Melveny partnership's commitment to his vision for the firm.
3 minute read

International Edition

Dutch Firm Co-Managing Partner Dies

The firm leader had previously spent three decades at Simmons and Simmons.
2 minute read

Pro Mid Market

For Midsize Firms, 'a Hundred Considerations' in Repopulating the Office

As firms shift from questioning if they will reopen to strategizing how they can do it safely, physical and personnel logistics must be considered.
7 minute read

International Edition

Hogan Lovells Latest To Eye UK Office Return, Expects Majority To Work from Home For Now

The firm has said it is in "no rush" to re-open its U.K. offices.
2 minute read

The American Lawyer

After a Strong First Quarter, Citi Says Firms Are Focused on Cash Flow

Median projections of 15% declines in second-quarter demand and revenue are partially driven by an estimated 11% lengthening of the collection cycle.
7 minute read

Pro Mid Market

Mid-Market Recap: How to Cut Costs Amid COVID-19

Some firms are furloughing workers, others aren't. Is there one right approach? And how big a revenue hit should firms be anticipating?
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Perkins Coie Cuts Pay for Lawyers and Staff, Prepares for 'Transformational' Shift in Economy

"We are seeing that this is not just a recession," said managing partner Bill Malley, who said the firm is committed to trying to avoid layoffs or furloughs.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Social Media Activity for the Solo Attorney

Not surprisingly, solo attorneys focus most of their social media activities on LinkedIn.
7 minute read

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