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 01, 2023 | National Law Journal

Rising Demand, Revenue Give Beltway Law Firms Strong Financial Performance in First Half

Firms in the capital region were aided by their focus on regulatory and enforcement work, rather than transactions, which have sagged nationwide.

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August 29, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law's Use of 'Visiting Attorneys' in Spotlight After Lawyer's Arrest

Visiting attorneys may go through a different vetting system than U.S.-educated associates, as some law firms recruit visiting lawyers from international law firms that they have existing relationships with.

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August 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

'Do I Need to Worry?' Law Firm Trade Practices See More Client Questions After Biden Order Limiting US Investment in China

Some law firms anticipate increased client activity related to seeking licenses for investments, along with compliance work.

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August 24, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Demand for Regulatory Partners Stays Strong, With Steptoe, K&S, Husch Adding Talent

"The IRA was like gasoline on a fire," said new Steptoe partner Chris Zentz, referring to the Inflation Reduction Act's effect on renewable energy projects.

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August 23, 2023 | National Law Journal

Ex-Attorney at Gibson Dunn Charged With Insider Trading

Romero Cabral Da Costa Neto was a visiting attorney at Gibson Dunn. A firm spokesperson said they are cooperating with authorities on the matter.

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August 22, 2023 | National Law Journal

DC Law Firms See Rebound in First Half of 2023, Increasing Revenues and Controlling Comp Expenses

"The real standout was controlling the compensation line and that really helped D.C.-focused firms," said Wells Fargo's Owen Burman.

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August 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

New ABA President Focuses on AI and Threats to Democracy

"Artificial intelligence has great promise but also potentially great peril for those who practice law and, frankly, all of society," Mary Smith said.

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August 16, 2023 | National Law Journal

Lateral Hires Highlight Big Law Focus on Boosting Energy Practices

"The introduction of the IRA, and all of these credits available, has really ramped up the need for lawyers who practice in this space," Pillsbury's Nora Burke said.

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