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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December 06, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Paul Weiss, Paul Hastings and Debevoise Match Davis Polk Bonuses

The news comes just weeks after Paul Weiss implemented discretionary bonuses for top performers.

By Andrew Maloney

3 minute read

December 06, 2021 | The American Lawyer

What's Holding Law Firms Back From Innovation?

Recent surveys suggest firms aren't perceived as particularly innovative, and while they are making progress in areas like technology and analytics, they could do more to leverage them.

By Andrew Maloney

6 minute read

December 02, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Husch Blackwell Adds Ohio Consumer Finance Lawyer to Digital Office

The hire is the 28th lawyer to join the firm's virtual office setup, known as The Link, in 2021, and the first lawyer for the firm based in Ohio.

By Andrew Maloney

3 minute read

November 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Seeing Long Careers and Burnout Ahead, Many Young Lawyers Want Less Work

A new report said younger lawyers are juggling more domestic responsibilities than previous generations, and expect to retire later in life.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read

November 28, 2021 | The American Lawyer

'Shock and Awe': Kirkland's Litigators Bring a Powerful, All-Hands-on-Deck Approach to Their Practice

With the resources of the world's largest firm at their disposal, Kirkland & Ellis litigators operate with power and precision.

By Andrew Maloney

7 minute read

November 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

As Talent War Escalates, Law Firms Fear Business Pros Getting Poached

Law firms aren't just fighting for talented lawyers. A duel for talented nonattorney staff members—from secretaries and litigation support professionals to financial analysts and strategic C-suite leaders—is also a top concern, according to firm leaders and legal industry observers.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

November 22, 2021 | The American Lawyer

'The Shoe Has to Drop at Some Point': Some Bullish on Bankruptcy Practices Growing

About 82% of respondents said they expected either moderate or high growth in bankruptcy next year.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read

November 19, 2021 | The American Lawyer

'Ripe for Growth': Three Regions Are Targets for Law Firm Expansion in 2022

Even after the rush to Salt Lake City this fall, and a spate of openings this month from Virginia to Kansas City and the San Francisco Bay, law firm leaders say they will likely continue to grow their footprint in the states next year and beyond.

By Andrew Maloney

5 minute read

November 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Cleary Gottlieb Enters West Coast Market With Two Bay Area Offices

The New York-based Am Law 100 firm has relocated four partners and hired another to lead the charge in opening its first two offices in California.

By Andrew Maloney

3 minute read

November 16, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Despite Talent Issues Worrying Big Law Business Leaders, They Remain Confident About the Future

A new survey of C-suite professionals, pricing analysts and other business-minded firm leaders found that recruiting and retaining talent, staff poaching and salary increases were the most commonly identified "high-risk" factors to firm profitability.

By Andrew Maloney

4 minute read

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