Abigail Adcox

Abigail Adcox

Abigail Adcox writes about business of law news in Washington, D.C., as well as lobbying and the revolving door. She can be reached at [email protected] and on Twitter @abigailadcox.

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September 06, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Covington Hit With Crypto Inventor's Legal Malpractice Suit Seeking $100M

Steven Nerayoff claims Covington's Alan Vinegrad advised him not to share exculpatory information with prosecutors. A Covington spokesperson said "the lawsuit lacks merit."

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 06, 2024 | National Law Journal

Paul Weiss Partner Gets Thrown in Political Spotlight as Antitrust Trial and Debate Near

In interviews, several ethics and political science experts dismissed "conflict" concerns by GOP critics, even if Karen Dunn's dual role may pose as a "perception problem."

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

September 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Several Wall Street Law Firms See Work From SEC's Latest Enforcement Actions

Moody's Investors Service, which agreed to pay a $20 million civil penalty, turned to S&C partner Stephen Ehrenberg.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

September 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Weil Recruits Longtime FTC Merger Enforcer

Mark Seidman served as the lead government enforcer for transactions in the grocery, retail, consumer products and health care services industries.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Mayer Brown Lands DOJ FCPA Assistant Chief

"I did reach a point where a lot of my cases were sort of wrapping up," Sonali Patel said, "and it felt like a good time to see if there was the right opportunity in the private sector."

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

Arnold & Porter Hires Longtime Mintz Attorney in Boston, Brown Rudnick Recruits Two D.C.-Based IP Partners

Anold & Porter now has a dozen attorneys in its Boston office after initially starting out with five attorneys last September.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

August 28, 2024 | National Law Journal

DC Law Firms 'Underperformed' in First Half of 2024

Among D.C.-based firms, revenue was up 5.6% in the first six months of 2024, falling below the 11.4% revenue growth the industry saw overall.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

August 27, 2024 | National Law Journal

Adding a New C-Suite Role, Fish & Richardson Hires Chief Legal Risk Officer

Elham Dehbozorgi will oversee a team of around 50 people, including analysts and some attorneys.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

August 26, 2024 | National Law Journal

Big Law Fundraising for Kamala Harris Picks Up Steam

Attorneys from more than a dozen Big Law firms are involved in the planning and hosting of upcoming fundraisers for Harris.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

August 25, 2024 | National Law Journal

Meet the Lawyers Working for Kamala Harris' Campaign

Lawyers associated with firms such as Covington, Perkins Coie, Wilmer, Jenner & Block and Munger Tolles have all landed roles in her campaign.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read