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 10, 2024 | National Law Journal
Steptoe, Nixon Peabody and Nelson Mullins Announce DC Litigation, Investigations HiresLitigation practices have remained a "bright light" for law firms in the first quarter of this year, according to a recent report.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 09, 2024 | National Law Journal
'Consummate Leader': Longtime Akin Chairman R. Bruce McLean Dies at 77McLean led the firm from 1993 through 2013. In recent years, he was a partner at the Zeughauser Group, advising law firm leaders.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 09, 2024 | National Law Journal
As White & Case Celebrates 50 Years in D.C., Firm Focuses on Litigation and Regulatory StrengthsThe firm has held steady with about 150 lawyers in the office over the last five years, with leaders saying they're "thoughtful" about expansion.
By Abigail Adcox
6 minute read
May 09, 2024 | National Law Journal
Beltway-Area Second Hundred Firms Held Steady in Latest Am Law 200 RankingsAmong the five D.C.-area Am Law 200 firms, two moved up in the rankings, two dropped and one held steady.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 08, 2024 | National Law Journal
After Stint at Freshfields, Antitrust Duo Returns to Wilson SonsiniJamillia Ferris, who was head of Freshfields' U.S. antitrust practice, has rejoined Wilson Sonsini as a partner, along with Matthew McDonald.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
May 07, 2024 | National Law Journal
Troutman Lures Another Regulatory Partner From Davis Wright, Which Hires Back Lawyer From RetirementTroutman Pepper has added at least the third banking regulatory lawyer from Davis Wright this year. Meanwhile, a senior counsel came out of retirement to rejoin Davis Wright.
By Abigail Adcox
3 minute read
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
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