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.
May 30, 2023 | National Law Journal
Big Law Firms Drive Leasing Activity in DCDavis Polk, Cadwalader, Orrick and Pillsbury have all inked notable leasing deals in DC this year.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 25, 2023 | National Law Journal
Many Law Firms in DC Region Fell in Am Law 200 Rankings, With Mixed Revenue GainsSteptoe & Johnson, in last year's Am Law 100, fell down to the Second Hundred rankings this year, despite growth in revenue and PEP.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 24, 2023 | National Law Journal
Law Firm Hiring From DOJ and FTC Slows, Amid Uncertainty in Big LawThe supply of veteran government attorneys willing to move may have slowed, while economic uncertainty is leading to fewer partner hires across the legal industry.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
May 22, 2023 | National Law Journal
Wiley Builds Telecom Team Amid Growing Activity From AI and Privacy LawsSeveral D.C. law firms have been adding talent in their telecom practices, seeing work from AI advancements, new data privacy laws and other recent legislation.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 18, 2023 | National Law Journal
Covington and SEC Fail to Reach Agreement in Subpoena Fight Over Client NamesThe law firm rejected the SEC's suggestion of a protective order to protect client names. Now all eyes will be on a judge's upcoming order in the case.
By Abigail Adcox
5 minute read
May 18, 2023 | National Law Journal
Crowell & Moring Taps Hogan Lovells Partner as Tax Co-ChairThe move comes as the firm looks to build up its ability to handle the U.S. federal tax aspects of complex business transactions, including joint ventures and domestic and cross-border mergers.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 16, 2023 | National Law Journal
IP Trio From Allen & Overy Leave for Crowell, as Firm Builds AI and Tech ExpertiseThe lateral team from Allen & Overy, led by IP litigator Paul Keller, has carved out a niche working with companies in disruptive technologies, notably AI and autonomous vehicles, Crowell said.
By Abigail Adcox
2 minute read
May 15, 2023 | National Law Journal
Kirkland Lures Back John Lausch, US Attorney Who Led Biden Docs ProbeJohn Lausch pointed to environmental crimes and fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic as busy areas of work.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
May 15, 2023 | National Law Journal
Senior DOJ Official Joins Mayer Brown Amid Big Law Demand for Data Security LawyersAdam Hickey, who was a deputy assistant attorney general with the DOJ's National Security Division, noted that the government "has really strengthened its position on data security and data privacy."
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 10, 2023 | National Law Journal
Covington and SEC Push Back on Judge's Request for Middle GroundThe federal judge asked the SEC if there were ways that the regulator's subpoena could be tailored.
By Abigail Adcox
4 minute read
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