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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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January 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Steptoe, Baker McKenzie and K&L Kick-Start DC Hiring in New Year

Meanwhile, several law firms announced new attorney hires from the government, including Akin adding an SEC senior counsel in Los Angeles.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

January 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

After 'Breakthrough Years,' Edelson Grows With DC Hire and Launches in LA

The plaintiffs firm with more than 50 lawyers is also eyeing other potential office locations, such as New York.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

January 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

As Cohen Milstein Grows, Law Firm Names New Managing Partner

The leadership change comes on the heels of one of the firm's "most successful years financially," according to Benjamin Brown, its new managing partner.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

December 29, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Lobbying Revenue Continued to Soar in 2023

Some law firms appear to be on track to surpass their previous year's earnings, buoyed by activity surrounding the debt limit and end-of-year legislation.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

December 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

Key Regulatory, Enforcement Practices Drove DC Law Firm Hiring in 2023

While law firms in D.C. may have been more cautious with hiring, sustained demand for regulatory and enforcement practices have also had a positive effect on firms' profits.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

December 21, 2023 | National Law Journal

Ex-Visiting Attorney at Gibson Dunn Sentenced to 2 Months in Prison for Insider Trading

Romero Cabral Da Costa Neto, 33, of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was sentenced on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Carl J. Nichols in Washington, D.C.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

December 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

In Generational Transition, Zuckerman Spaeder Names Next Leader

Caroline Mehta will become the first female chair in its history.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

December 13, 2023 | National Law Journal

DC Law Firms Have Gotten 'Head Start' on Billing and Collections Push

Steptoe has also been investing more in financial and budget professionals, alongside updating its financial systems, said firm chair Gwen Renigar, adding that "we have a much stronger modern infrastructure to help us all year long."

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

December 13, 2023 | National Law Journal

Wilmer in Spotlight After Clients in Testimony Give 'Terrible Impression'

The D.C. firm is likely in a "difficult" position due to confidentiality issues surrounding its congressional preparation, noted one law firm adviser.

By Abigail Adcox

6 minute read

December 12, 2023 | National Law Journal

Weil and Covington Sued for Defamation Over Women's Soccer Report

James Clarkson alleges he was "falsely characterized" as a "volatile, emotionally abusive coach with racist tendencies" in the report published jointly by the two law firms.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read