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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May 09, 2024 | National Law Journal

Beltway-Area Second Hundred Firms Held Steady in Latest Am Law 200 Rankings

Among the five D.C.-area Am Law 200 firms, two moved up in the rankings, two dropped and one held steady.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

May 08, 2024 | National Law Journal

After Stint at Freshfields, Antitrust Duo Returns to Wilson Sonsini

Jamillia Ferris, who was head of Freshfields' U.S. antitrust practice, has rejoined Wilson Sonsini as a partner, along with Matthew McDonald.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

May 07, 2024 | National Law Journal

Troutman Lures Another Regulatory Partner From Davis Wright, Which Hires Back Lawyer From Retirement

Troutman Pepper has added at least the third banking regulatory lawyer from Davis Wright this year. Meanwhile, a senior counsel came out of retirement to rejoin Davis Wright.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

May 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

Big Law Advises University Clients Amid 'Huge Influx of Demand' Over Protests

One education practitioner said the "majority" of their time is being spent on matters related to campus protests.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

May 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

Sullivan & Cromwell Says Client Demand, Government Activity Led to National Security Practice Focus

The Wall Street law firm's national security group will initially have five co-heads and about a dozen attorneys "actively involved," said Anthony Lewis, Sullivan & Cromwell partner.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

May 01, 2024 | National Law Journal

Big Law in DC Recruits From FDA, DOJ in Latest String of Government Hires

Sidley Austin, Mitchell Sandler and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel have all tapped federal agencies to bolster their ranks.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

May 01, 2024 | National Law Journal

White-Collar Boutique Launches in DC With Former SEC Official, Cranfill Sumner Partners

Former SEC official Christina Zaroulis Milnor will help launch a new boutique in D.C.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

April 29, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Some Clients Are Pushing for Transparency Surrounding Origination Credits

In the battle over origination credits, some clients are vying for more transparency and a say in who gets the credit.

By Abigail Adcox | Chris O'Malley

5 minute read

April 26, 2024 | National Law Journal

Flurry of Law Firms Sign New Client Lobbying Relationships as Big Law Reports Millions in Q1 Revenue

Akin, Brownstein Hyatt, Holland & Knight, K&L Gates, Covington and Hogan Lovells all reported new lobbying client relationships in recent weeks.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 25, 2024 | National Law Journal

Clare Locke, Securing Overseas Alliance, Plots 'Smart' Growth After Departures

The firm's motivation for forging the alliance is unrelated to the exits of four partners months ago, according to Libby Locke.

By Abigail Adcox

6 minute read

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