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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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

July 25, 2023 | National Law Journal

Jenner Recruits From Energy Commission to Continue Building Practice

"Our energy practice is thriving, and our clients need counsel with FERC experience," said Jenner's Randy Mehrberg.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

July 24, 2023 | National Law Journal

In SEC Battle, Covington Ordered to Disclose Names of 7 Clients

Judge Mehta said he understood and appreciated the policy concerns of Covington and the 83 law firms that backed it. "They are not unfounded," he said.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

July 20, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law Lobbying Businesses See Mixed Earnings in Second Quarter

Law firms still reported significant activity surrounding must-pass legislation.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

July 20, 2023 | National Law Journal

Law Firms Stay Busy Amid 'Unrelenting' Pace of Congressional Oversight Work

Wilmer's congressional practice has helped clients prepare for seven hearings in the first five months of the year, six of which included CEOs.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

July 19, 2023 | National Law Journal

Squire Brings On International Arbitration Partner Amid Recent Case Wins

Charles Rosenberg, based in Washington, joins the firm from King & Spalding.

By Abigail Adcox

2 minute read

July 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

'Continue the Fight': Law Firms Have Organized to Support Abortion Access Efforts

One year post-Dobbs, many women partners and their firms are now partnering with the Abortion Defense Network in pro bono work or answering a legal hotline organized by the New York AG.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

July 18, 2023 | National Law Journal

Judge Greenaway to Join Arnold & Porter Amid Firm's Partner Hiring Surge

Joseph Greenaway marks at least the fifth lateral partner for Arnold & Porter in the last two months, as the firm remains busy in the lateral front across offices.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

July 17, 2023 | National Law Journal

Cravath Builds Out DC Office, Adding Former Acting US Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen

Law firms including Cravath, Cleary, Boies Schiller, Holland & Knight, Wiley and Venable have hired a flurry of former top government lawyers in the past week.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

July 17, 2023 | National Law Journal

Big Law in DC Grows International Trade, IP and Investigations Practices

Three Kirkland and Sidley lawyers have moved to Winston's litigation department, while Akin has added three international trade partners from Hughes Hubbard.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

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