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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September 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

Law Firms Brace Clients for Possible Government Shutdown

"We are spending a lot of time counseling clients on what this all means and where we go from here," Holland & Knight's Rich Gold said.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 26, 2023 | National Law Journal

Latham & Watkins Hires M&A, Private Equity Partner Duo From Fried Frank

The dealmaker partner duo has "substantial" experience advising private equity firms and public and private companies on M&A and other complex corporate transactions.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 26, 2023 | National Law Journal

Akin Hires Space Industry Executive in Light of 'Rapidly Expanding' Commercial Space Industry

The firm has hired former government official and space industry executive Michael Mineiro to build out its space capabilities.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

September 22, 2023 | National Law Journal

Law Firm Hiring in DC Focuses on High-Demand Antitrust, Investigations Practices

Law firm hiring from the government remains active as demand has grown within litigation and regulatory practices in recent quarters.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 22, 2023 | National Law Journal

ArentFox Schiff Hit With Lawsuit Alleging Unauthorized Disbursement of Escrow Funds

The lawsuit alleges an ArentFox Schiff attorney serving as an escrow agent in a business transaction disbursed more than $1 million in escrow funds without authorization.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 20, 2023 | National Law Journal

Ex-Polsinelli Lawyer Files $20M Sexual Harassment Suit Against Firm, 2 Shareholders

Julia Rix claims that she was "repeatedly hounded" by two senior shareholders over her two years of work at the firm.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

September 20, 2023 | National Law Journal

Covington Client Intervenes in SEC Battle, Objecting to Disclosure of Identity

The latest filing indicates that additional litigation is likely to play out between a Covington client and the SEC.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

September 20, 2023 | National Law Journal

Arnold & Porter Enters Boston, Attracted to 'Significant' Biopharma Presence

Firm leaders expect the five-lawyer office to grow in the coming months, as Arnold & Porter will continue to be active on the lateral market in Boston.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

Covington Agrees to Turn Over 6 of 7 Client Names to SEC

However, one client continues to object to the release of its name and that client has indicated its intent to intervene to pursue an appeal, according to a court filing.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

September 15, 2023 | National Law Journal

Law Firms Are Building Out ITC Practices Amid Steady Demand in IP Practices

A case before the ITC could require additional staffing, potentially allowing law firms to generate more revenue from their IP practice.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

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