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Andrew Maloney

Andrew Maloney

I'm a Chicago-based reporter covering the business of law, focusing on national and global law firms for The American Lawyer, Law.com and other ALM publications. Reach out: [email protected].    

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January 10, 2023 | The American Lawyer

As Profits Dip, Firms Could Face 'Increasingly Difficult Decisions' Ahead

Law firm rate structures are already mostly in place for 2023 and firms are generally reluctant to walk them back, according to authors of a new study from Georgetown University and Thomson Reuters.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

January 06, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Big Law's Boutique Bash in January May Continue Through 2023

Am Law 200 firms used boutique mergers to enter new markets or add specialties and clients. And some firms are taking advantage of the down market to invest.

By Andrew Maloney

6 minute read

January 05, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Latham Adds Former Federal Judge to Litigation Team in Chicago

Former U.S. District Judge Gary Feinerman is joining as a partner in complex commercial litigation, with a focus on trials and appellate advocacy.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read

January 01, 2023 | The American Lawyer

'The Time for Opportunities': Dinsmore Merges With SoCal Boutique

The Am Law 200 firm is expecting even more growth in 2023, despite economic headwinds. "We understand that's the time to speed up, that's the time for opportunities," said Dinsmore's leader.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read

December 22, 2022 | The American Lawyer

'The Human Side:' Shook Hardy Partner Exits to Lead Legal Services Group

"I've checked all the boxes on the private practice side and was really looking for a new challenge," said Matthew Keenan.

By Andrew Maloney

13 minute read

December 21, 2022 | The American Lawyer

Despite 'Awkward' Spot, Second 50 Law Firms See Demand Growth

The percentage of Second 50 firms that saw a demand increase through most of 2022 is larger than any other segment.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

December 19, 2022 | The American Lawyer

Law Firms Are Tweaking Partner Comp Reviews to Reward Collaboration

A partner's office presence, among other subjective criteria, is also being considered in the compensation review process now.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

December 14, 2022 | The American Lawyer

Polsinelli Posts 20% Profit Gain This Year, Benefiting From Remnants of Deal Boom

Many firms in the Second 50 have still seen higher demand this year, even though transactional practices cooled off in 2022 and demand is lower across the industry.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

December 12, 2022 | The American Lawyer

As Currencies Fluctuate, Law Firms Adjust Lawyer Pay and Billing Across the Globe

Firms are taking steps to minimize the impact exchange rates could have on partner compensation, associate salaries and other expenses.

By Andrew Maloney | Hannah Walker

6 minute read

December 12, 2022 | The American Lawyer

Seyfarth's First Female Chair: Clients Will Ask Firms to Be 'True Partners'

Lorie Almon, named on Tuesday as Seyfarth's chair-elect, said the Am Law 200 firm is primarily focused on a strong finish to 2022 right now, including getting bills out and deals finalized.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read