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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April 22, 2024 | National Law Journal

Lateral Partner and Counsel Hiring in DC Was Down in First 3 Months of Year

Despite the hiring slowdown, firms such as Foley & Lardner, King & Spalding, Cooley and Morgan Lewis have added D.C. partners in recent days.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 19, 2024 | National Law Journal

Several DC Law Firms Rose in Latest Am Law 100 Ranking

While three D.C. firms slid down the rankings, six rose in the Am Law 100 and three others held their rank.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

April 19, 2024 | National Law Journal

Covington Advises Columbia University in Latest Capitol Hill Hearing on Antisemitism

Minouche Shafik of Columbia had the benefit of appearing after other university leaders, who were prepared by Wilmer.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 17, 2024 | National Law Journal

Bridge Collapse Draws in Several Law Firms for Upcoming Litigation

Two Am Law 100 firms and several plaintiff firms have entered appearances. Observers expect more lawyers to enter as litigation and investigations mount.

By Abigail Adcox

5 minute read

April 11, 2024 | National Law Journal

Morgan Lewis, Hogan Lovells, Ropes, Wiley and Cohen Milstein Add DC Laterals

Hogan Lovells hired litigators Nadira Clarke, Lily Chinn and Anne Carpenter from Baker Botts, while Morgan Lewis added R. Latane Montague, previously a leader of Hogan Lovells' transportation practice.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 10, 2024 | National Law Journal

As Big Law Interest in Denver Grows, Frost Brown Todd Lures 9 Laterals to Open Office

Citing opportunities in the energy, finance and technology industries in Denver, firm chair Robert Sartin said "having a physical presence" will allow the firm to grow business there and serve current clients.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 09, 2024 | National Law Journal

In Big Law Partner Hiring, Business Plans Become 'Litmus Test' For Government Hires

A lateral candidate's business plan can be the difference between "an offer or a polite pass," noted recruiter Dan Binstock.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 05, 2024 | National Law Journal

Sullivan & Cromwell, Williams & Connolly Expand DC Space, as Leasing Activity Picks Up

As S&C and Williams & Connolly each take roughly a floor of extra space, Finnegan is giving back a floor in D.C.

By Abigail Adcox

3 minute read

April 05, 2024 | National Law Journal

Wilmer Sees Growing Share of Fees From Meta, as Firm's Total Revenue Expands

Law firms may face business risks if a single client's bills make up more than 5% of a firm's total revenue, some consultants suggest, while others say the threshold would have to be much higher.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

April 03, 2024 | National Law Journal

Government Lawyers, Particularly at DOJ, Are 'Flooding' the Job Market

Some law firms are reportedly "receiving five to six resumes a day from DOJ candidates," noted Dan Binstock, a partner at D.C.-headquartered search firm Garrison.

By Abigail Adcox

8 minute read

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