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.
December 21, 2023 | National Law Journal
Ex-Visiting Attorney at Gibson Dunn Sentenced to 2 Months in Prison for Insider TradingRomero Cabral Da Costa Neto, 33, of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was sentenced on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Carl J. Nichols in Washington, D.C.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
December 18, 2023 | National Law Journal
In Generational Transition, Zuckerman Spaeder Names Next LeaderCaroline Mehta will become the first female chair in its history.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
December 13, 2023 | National Law Journal
DC Law Firms Have Gotten 'Head Start' on Billing and Collections PushSteptoe has also been investing more in financial and budget professionals, alongside updating its financial systems, said firm chair Gwen Renigar, adding that "we have a much stronger modern infrastructure to help us all year long."
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
December 13, 2023 | National Law Journal
Wilmer in Spotlight After Clients in Testimony Give 'Terrible Impression'The D.C. firm is likely in a "difficult" position due to confidentiality issues surrounding its congressional preparation, noted one law firm adviser.
By Abigail Adcox
6 minute read
December 12, 2023 | National Law Journal
Weil and Covington Sued for Defamation Over Women's Soccer ReportJames Clarkson alleges he was "falsely characterized" as a "volatile, emotionally abusive coach with racist tendencies" in the report published jointly by the two law firms.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read
December 11, 2023 | National Law Journal
Steptoe & Johnson Formally Changes Name to SteptoeThe name change will help the D.C.-based firm further distinguish itself from the West Virginia firm of the same name. "There can be client confusion. There can be accounts receivable confusion," firm chair Gwen Renigar said.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
December 07, 2023 | National Law Journal
On Top of Matching Pay Raises, Arnold & Porter Offers Higher Bonuses for High-PerformersAssociates who billed 2,400-2,499 hours will receive an additional 10% bonus, while the firm will pay more for those who bill higher.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read
December 05, 2023 | National Law Journal
Two Veteran DOJ Lawyers Depart for K&L, as Firm Seeks to Boost Government PracticesThey are the latest attorney departures from the federal agency ahead of a presidential election year.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
December 01, 2023 | National Law Journal
Law Firm Closures and Mergers Underscore Succession Planning Challenges"We just had very limited success" in attracting partners, said Don Jackson, a founding partner of Davidson Berquist, which was acquired by Rimon.
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
December 01, 2023 | National Law Journal
Covington Matches Latest Salary Scale for AssociatesWhile Covington may be one of the first D.C. firms to match, other profitable firms in the capital region are likely to follow.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read