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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October 19, 2023 | National Law Journal

Crowell, Cadwalader, Faegre and Jenner Build DC Benches

As Big Law sees robust demand in regulatory, enforcement, antitrust and litigation practices, law firms are continuing to add D.C. laterals in these practices.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

October 19, 2023 | National Law Journal

Partner Pay Climbs in DC, as NY Firms and Lateral Market Drive Up Comp Packages

The top end of partner compensation in the Capital region now reaches between $15 million to $20 million.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

October 16, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Office Leasing Activity in DC Cools Off in Q3

Kelley Drye's DC relocation is a downsize from its current office in Georgetown.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

October 12, 2023 | National Law Journal

Here Are The DC Firms That Are Mansfield Certified

While two-thirds of the Am Law 200 are Mansfield certified, there are several law firms that still aren't, including in D.C.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

October 12, 2023 | National Law Journal

Judge Pushes Back Against Former Jones Day Associates in Dad Bias Suit

"I think you are actually wrong about that," U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss said at one point to the plaintiffs at a motions hearing on Thursday.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

October 11, 2023 | National Law Journal

With Collections Push Underway, Some DC Law Firms Remain Optimistic About 2023 Profits

Still, other law firm leaders are expressing concerns to partners about meeting budget, according to area legal recruiters.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

October 10, 2023 | National Law Journal

Jenner Adds Former Capitol Hill Adviser, as Investigation Practices Stay Busy

Jonathan Skladany's Hill experience will be beneficial to clients as there is more bipartisan "appetite" in the current Congress to subpoena private parties and companies, the firm said.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

October 05, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law in DC Continues to Invest in Litigation Lateral Partners

Hogan Lovells has added a pair of life sciences patent litigators from Dechert, while Robinson & Cole has hired a veteran litigator from Skadden.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

October 04, 2023 | National Law Journal

With House Speaker Ousted, Law Firm Lobbying Shops Navigate 'Uncharted' Waters

Law firms have been engaged in advocacy work surrounding bills that are likely to be held hostage until a new House speaker is elected.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 29, 2023 | National Law Journal

SEC's Busy Week Sends Wave of Work to Big Law

Wilmer, Sidley, King & Spalding, Skadden and many others in Big Law are advising corporate insiders, companies, financial firms and others caught up in the SEC's latest enforcement actions.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

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