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.
November 08, 2024 | National Law Journal
'Sharp and Profound' Policy Shifts Prompt DC Law Firms to Evaluate Opportunities, ChallengesPartners say they expect certain practices to benefit from President-elect Donald Trump's regulatory agenda, such as international trade, antitrust, tax and national security. At the same time, some areas may see a slowdown.
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
November 07, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Where Will Partner Hiring Surge Under Trump?Under a better deal market, law firm lateral movement in corporate practices, such as private equity, funds, mergers and acquisitions and capital markets, will likely pick up.
By Andrew Maloney | Abigail Adcox
6 minute read
November 06, 2024 | National Law Journal
Big Law Practice Leaders 'Bullish' That Second Trump Presidency Will Be Good for BusinessHogan Lovells' Aaron Cutler said that he anticipates a "busy four years" for D.C. firms as the Trump administration looks to hit the ground running with regulatory reform.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
November 05, 2024 | National Law Journal
Election Protection Hotline, Staffed by Lawyers, Stays BusyThe hotline received calls about long lines in several swing states, some of which were caused by software malfunctions of ballot-scanning machines. But officials said many reported issues were not out of the ordinary.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
November 05, 2024 | Pro Mid Market
Midsized Attorney Donations Favor Harris Over Trump in Key MarketsThe following is an analysis state by state of midmarket donations to the Harris and Trump campaigns and some of their main fundraising arms, including contributions from notable local law firm leaders.
By Abigail Adcox
9 minute read
November 05, 2024 | National Law Journal
Big Law Lawyers Fan Out for Election Day Volunteering in Call Centers and LitigationProskauer; Gibson Dunn; Cooley; Stinson; Reed Smith; Davis Polk; Lowenstein; Mayer Brown; Manatt; Baker McKenzie; and Dechert are among the firms helping with the Election Protection voter hotlines.
By Abigail Adcox
7 minute read
November 04, 2024 | National Law Journal
Arnold & Porter and Katten Hire FTC AttorneysIn the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
November 01, 2024 | National Law Journal
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward DemsBrownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
October 31, 2024 | National Law Journal
Arnold & Porter Elects New Co-Chair Leadership Amid C-Suite ChangesThe new co-chairs will succeed Richard Alexander, who has served as chairman for the past nine years. The firm has also named a CEO, a newly created position at Arnold & Porter.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
October 31, 2024 | National Law Journal
Meet the Lawyers on Kamala Harris' Transition TeamThe team would be tasked with leading a transfer of power, should Harris win the election. Attorneys on and advising the transition team have backgrounds at Jenner, Covington and Hogan Lovells.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
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