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.
December 11, 2023 | National Law Journal
Steptoe & Johnson Formally Changes Name to SteptoeThe name change will help the D.C.-based firm further distinguish itself from the West Virginia firm of the same name. "There can be client confusion. There can be accounts receivable confusion," firm chair Gwen Renigar said.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
December 07, 2023 | National Law Journal
On Top of Matching Pay Raises, Arnold & Porter Offers Higher Bonuses for High-PerformersAssociates who billed 2,400-2,499 hours will receive an additional 10% bonus, while the firm will pay more for those who bill higher.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read
December 05, 2023 | National Law Journal
Two Veteran DOJ Lawyers Depart for K&L, as Firm Seeks to Boost Government PracticesThey are the latest attorney departures from the federal agency ahead of a presidential election year.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
December 01, 2023 | National Law Journal
Law Firm Closures and Mergers Underscore Succession Planning Challenges"We just had very limited success" in attracting partners, said Don Jackson, a founding partner of Davidson Berquist, which was acquired by Rimon.
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
December 01, 2023 | National Law Journal
Covington Matches Latest Salary Scale for AssociatesWhile Covington may be one of the first D.C. firms to match, other profitable firms in the capital region are likely to follow.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read
November 28, 2023 | National Law Journal
What's Really Driving the Business of White-Collar Defense?Big Law white-collar defense groups are busy. Is enforcement rising or are clients just more proactive?
By Abigail Adcox
10 minute read
November 27, 2023 | National Law Journal
Amid Talent Battle for Energy Partners, Hogan Lovells Adds Clifford Chance LawyerRenewables and energy transition "are strategic priorities for the firm and many of our clients," Hogan Lovells' James Doyle noted.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
November 21, 2023 | National Law Journal
Dentons, Bracewell and Polsinelli Add to Partner Benches in DCLaw firms added to their partner teams in energy regulatory work, government contracts and real estate practices.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
November 21, 2023 | National Law Journal
DC Law Firms on Road to Finish Strong 2023, Amid Billing Rate and Demand GrowthCiti attributed D.C. firms' demand growth to client demand for partner-level talent, in areas including regulatory, litigation and restructuring.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
November 20, 2023 | National Law Journal
'Wait-and-See Mode' for Associate Pay: Law Firms in DC Bide TimeLaw firms founded in the D.C. region aren't expected to be "leading the charge" in raising associate pay and matching, but they will be heavily influenced by what their peers in New York do.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
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