By Roy Strom | May 19, 2019
Measuring lawyers by the hours they bill was long treated as a necessary evil. Faced with evidence that mental health erodes as hours increase, legal industry innovators are asking how necessary it really is.
By C. Ryan Barber | May 17, 2019
The new court filings, which include email correspondence and memos, offered a peek inside the hiring practices of one of the country's highest-grossing law firms.
By Dan Packel | May 15, 2019
With expenses up and demand flat, dozens of firms that raised salaries last year must now contend with the consequences.
By Dan Packel | May 13, 2019
The firm hasn't commented on claims that it reversed course and hired Paul Manafort's daughter at the urging of former partner Gregory Craig. One observer called the scenario "highly unusual."
By Lizzy McLellan | Dan Packel | Dylan Jackson | Susan DeSantis | May 12, 2019
Attorneys in every type of practice may struggle with poor mental health and substance abuse. Here are five lawyers from all different backgrounds who found support to overcome their illnesses.
By Dylan Jackson | May 12, 2019
Alcohol and cocaine fueled the start of Smith's career, but getting clean—and sharing her story—propelled her forward.
By Dan Packel | May 8, 2019
In detaching billable hours from attorney evaluations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Clifford Chance wants to generate data to guide future decisions. But expect broader change in the industry to come slowly.
The American Lawyer | Commentary
By Carolyn Casey | May 2, 2019
In talking with optimistic and motivated attorneys, a few solutions for law firms present themselves.
By Dan Packel | May 1, 2019
Orrick chairman and CEO Mitch Zuklie cited a recent law firm leader's death in a firmwide email, while Fried Frank is unveiling a new wellness initiative.
The American Lawyer | Commentary
By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board | April 29, 2019
There is both pleasure and pain along the way, but every lawyer should strive to be better at their craft, whether they seek partnership or not.
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