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Abigail Adcox

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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March 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Boeing Turns to String of Big Law Firms for Latest Legal Troubles

While the aviation giant retained Perkins Coie to handle a new suit related to a door plug blowout, Boeing is also working with several others, such as Kirkland & Ellis and McGuireWoods, for ongoing matters.

By Abigail Adcox

4 minute read

March 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Paul Hastings Recruits 6-Partner IP Litigation Team From Allen & Overy

The Am Law 25 firm has hired a six-partner tech-focused IP litigation team from Allen & Overy based in Palo Alto, New York, and Washington, D.C.

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3 minute read

February 27, 2024 | National Law Journal

Wilmer, White & Case, Miller & Chevalier Build DC Lawyer Ranks

Wilmer hired international trade partner Neena Shenai, becoming the latest law firm in D.C. to recruit attorneys focused on export control, CFIUS or trade matters.

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February 23, 2024 | National Law Journal

'Steady Year in a Turbulent Market': McGuireWoods Surpasses $1B in Gross Revenue

McGuireWoods benefited from rate increases and also embraced alternative fee arrangements, including "very significant enterprise-wide flat fee type arrangements" and blended rates, said the managing partner.

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February 22, 2024 | National Law Journal

As Firm Expenses Grew by $15M, Vorys' Revenue Rose but Profits Declined

The firm's expense growth was driven by investments in new ancillary businesses, as well as overhead for new firm offices, lawyer compensation and inflation, said Michael Martz, Vorys managing partner.

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February 21, 2024 | National Law Journal

Jenner and Akin Recruit Partners Focused on National Security, Export Control

Alexis Early joins Jenner from King & Spalding, while Akin hired Opher Shweiki, who was a chief counsel for the Bureau of Industry and Security within the U.S. Commerce Department.

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3 minute read

February 20, 2024 | National Law Journal

Orrick, Cooley Boost DC Offices With Litigation Partner Hires

"We're seeing incredible demand from the market for the kind of comprehensive IP litigation platform we provide, as companies at all stages stress the importance of protecting the technologies that drive their businesses," Alyssa Caridis, co-head of Orrick's IP business unit, said.

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4 minute read

February 16, 2024 | National Law Journal

Top D.C. Firms Earn Seven Figures Representing Foreign Govts., Filings Show

Squire Patton Boggs, Hogan Lovells, Arnold & Porter and Akin are among the firms registering lately as representing foreign principals. The documents highlight what is for some a growing source of business in their public policy practices.

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5 minute read

February 14, 2024 | National Law Journal

Steptoe's Revenue Grew 13% Amid Lateral Expansion and Rising Litigation Demand

Even as the equity tier expanded and the firm's profits per equity partner rose about 16% to $1.91 million. And amid lateral growth, Steptoe's total full-time equivalent head count rose about 4% to around 396 lawyers last year and revenue per lawyer climbed more than 8% to $1.2 million.

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4 minute read

February 13, 2024 | National Law Journal

Skadden and Squire Build DC Partner Ranks With Government Hires

James Danly, who was FERC chair, has rejoined Skadden as head of its energy regulatory group, while Squire has added Bridget McGovern, who was an assistant secretary at the Homeland Security Department.

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