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.
January 04, 2024 | National Law Journal
Steptoe, Baker McKenzie and K&L Kick-Start DC Hiring in New YearMeanwhile, 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 LAThe 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 PartnerThe 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 2023Some 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 2023While 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 TradingRomero 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 LeaderCaroline 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 PushSteptoe 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 ReportJames 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
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