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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August 08, 2023 | National Law Journal

Litigation Hiring Heats Up, Amid Growing Demand in Countercyclical Practices

The latest moves include a four-person international disputes team from Sidley to Baker Botts, while Sidley itself added a former assistant attorney general from the DOJ's Criminal Division.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

August 07, 2023 | National Law Journal

Paul Weiss Lands Wilson Sonsini Antitrust Head in DC

Scott Sher said his practice has remained "busy on all fronts" in the current regulatory environment.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

August 07, 2023 | National Law Journal

As Pressure Grows for In-Office Mandates, Washington Law Firms Likely to Face 'Resistance'

"It's going to be very, very difficult for the Washington firms to get people in more than three days a week," said Jeffrey Lowe at Major Lindsey.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

August 07, 2023 | National Law Journal

Willkie's Growth in DC Highlights Transition to Go Beyond a 'DC Outpost of Wall Street Firm'

The New York law firm's office growth underscores the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from a smaller outpost in D.C. to one with litigation, corporate and regulatory capabilities.

By Abigail Adcox

6 minute read

August 04, 2023 | National Law Journal

Lawyers Remain Skeptical If Latest Trump Case Will End Before Election

"This case is not going to be tried before the election. The election is 15 months away," one lawyer noted.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

August 03, 2023 | National Law Journal

The Big Law Backgrounds of Special Counsel Jack Smith's Legal Team

Several members of Smith's legal team have backgrounds in Big Law, including O'Melveny & Myers, Sidley Austin, Wiley Rein and Wilmer.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

August 02, 2023 | National Law Journal

'The Stakes Could Not Be Higher': Legal Community Reacts to Trump Indictment

Many in the legal community, from Big Law partners to retired judges, underscored the gravity of Trump's latest indictment.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

August 01, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Turns to Lawyers With IP Experience for Tech Practice Hires

Clifford Chance and Dentons have both recruited tech practice lawyers with strong IP backgrounds.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

July 31, 2023 | National Law Journal

Cravath, Facing Fierce Competition, Builds Out DC Office With Top Government Hires

"It's hard to displace market leaders who have been building a position for decades," noted legal consultant Kent Zimmermann.

By Abigail Adcox

7 minute read

July 26, 2023 | National Law Journal

Judge's Covington Order May Have 'Chilling Effects' for Attorney-Client Relations

The decision could have lasting consequences in "eroding the principle that the attorney-client relationship is confidential," said a law professor.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

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