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The American Lawyer

Diminishing Returns: How Many Billable Hours Is Too Many?

Lawyers are busier than ever. But at what point does a consistently frantic pace start to hurt?
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

Milbank Doubles Down in Hong Kong. Will Its New Strategy Pay Off?

While global firms that have relied on China-related work in Hong Kong are being impacted by the gradual decoupling of the U.S. and China, Milbank is thriving as it focuses on work in other parts of Asia.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Why Big Law Firms Aren't Rushing to Oppose Texas Abortion Law

"I'd bet that most firms would stay away from it, but absolutely defend someone potentially in a pro bono case," one legal marketing consultant said.
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

How the Past 18 Months Changed Big Law Leadership

Rising to a multitude of challenges, Big Law has had an impressive 18 months, as leaders thought more about transparency and community.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Cost-Conscious Clients Are Driving Growth in Law Firm Subscription Models

Lawyers who have tried it say subscription-based pricing may not work for every practice area, but in spots where there are repeatable processes, it could provide exactly what clients are clamoring for.
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

What Did Law Firms Learn About Attorney Training During the Pandemic? 'You Have to Get More Creative'

Attorney training went remote during the pandemic, and against the odds it worked. Now firms are ready to take it hybrid.
9 minute read

The American Lawyer

With Anxiety in the Air, Law Firms Plan to Roll Out the Red Carpet When Returns Arrive

Faced with uncertain workforces, law firms are doing their best to make office returns meaningful and engaging.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

'Voracious Consumers of Capital': How the Life Sciences Boom Is Fueling Law Firm Business

Latham, Sidley and Goodwin are among the Big Law firms growing their health care expertise at a breakneck pace.
8 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

How Legal Secretarial Roles Are Evolving in Big Law

"The older, traditional role of a legal secretary is pretty much gone," said one industry observer. "The secretary of the future needs to have really strong IT skills ... and more multitasking than they ever did before."
5 minute read

The American Lawyer

When It Comes to Office Returns, Associates and Staff Are a Workforce Divided

Associates see the value in getting back to the office, but law firm staff aren't so eager.
8 minute read

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