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.
May 03, 2024 | National Law Journal
Big Law Advises University Clients Amid 'Huge Influx of Demand' Over ProtestsOne education practitioner said the "majority" of their time is being spent on matters related to campus protests.
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
May 03, 2024 | National Law Journal
Sullivan & Cromwell Says Client Demand, Government Activity Led to National Security Practice FocusThe Wall Street law firm's national security group will initially have five co-heads and about a dozen attorneys "actively involved," said Anthony Lewis, Sullivan & Cromwell partner.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 01, 2024 | National Law Journal
Big Law in DC Recruits From FDA, DOJ in Latest String of Government HiresSidley Austin, Mitchell Sandler and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel have all tapped federal agencies to bolster their ranks.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 01, 2024 | National Law Journal
White-Collar Boutique Launches in DC With Former SEC Official, Cranfill Sumner PartnersFormer SEC official Christina Zaroulis Milnor will help launch a new boutique in D.C.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
April 29, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Some Clients Are Pushing for Transparency Surrounding Origination CreditsIn the battle over origination credits, some clients are vying for more transparency and a say in who gets the credit.
By Abigail Adcox | Chris O'Malley
5 minute read
April 26, 2024 | National Law Journal
Flurry of Law Firms Sign New Client Lobbying Relationships as Big Law Reports Millions in Q1 RevenueAkin, Brownstein Hyatt, Holland & Knight, K&L Gates, Covington and Hogan Lovells all reported new lobbying client relationships in recent weeks.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
April 25, 2024 | National Law Journal
Clare Locke, Securing Overseas Alliance, Plots 'Smart' Growth After DeparturesThe firm's motivation for forging the alliance is unrelated to the exits of four partners months ago, according to Libby Locke.
By Abigail Adcox
6 minute read
April 24, 2024 | National Law Journal
Sheppard Mullin, Nelson Mullins, King & Spalding, Faegre Drinker Recruit DC PartnersPerkins Coie was a top recruiting ground for several firms, including Sheppard Mullin, Faegre Drinker and Foley & Lardner.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
April 22, 2024 | National Law Journal
Brownstein, Akin See Record Q1 Lobbying Revenue Amid Influx of BusinessHolland & Knight and Hogan Lovells also grew their Q1 lobbying revenue.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
April 22, 2024 | National Law Journal
Lateral Partner and Counsel Hiring in DC Was Down in First 3 Months of YearDespite 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
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