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November 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Polsinelli, Perkins Coie Among Firms Touting Larger, Diverse Partner ClassesPolsinelli announced its largest partner class ever, joining a slew of Am Law 100 firms over the last month or so that've set new benchmarks on size and diversity with their partner promotions.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
November 10, 2021 | The American Lawyer
While Courting Stars, Law Firms Also Increasingly Look for Service Partners"A lot of people know they rely on support, and what they're saying to firms is not just 'What can you do for me?' but 'What can you do for my people?'" one recruiter said.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
November 08, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Survey Suggests the Path to Law Firm Partnership Is Getting LongerWith fewer associates enamored with making partner, firms are putting more emphasis on keeping supporting players happy.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
November 08, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Law Firm Profit Metrics Still High, but Talent War 'Boiling Point' NearsA report showed that while demand and productivity are up, expenses are too, and despite paying more for associates, firms are still hemorrhaging talent.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
November 08, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Barnes & Thornburg Announces New Leadership in 2022The firm announced this week that Andrew Detherage, a litigation partner who has spent his entire 32-year legal career with the firm, will lead Barnes & Thornburg next November.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
November 05, 2021 | The American Lawyer
New Partners Say Mental Health Stigma Persists Despite Law Firms' EffortsRemote work has made it harder for firms to manage employee mental health, according to The American Lawyer's New Partners Survey.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
November 04, 2021 | The American Lawyer
From Culture to Client Relationships, New Partners Say Fully Remote Work Is a HindranceMost still want to retain a hybrid work schedule going forward, according to The American Lawyer's 2021 New Partners Survey.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
November 02, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Will Law Firms Ratchet Up Pressure on Attorneys to Be Back in the Office in 2022?While firms have been reluctant to mandate returns to the office, there are indications that concern for associate development and other factors may have firms pushing a little harder for people to return to the office next year.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
November 02, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Another Big Law Firm Is Setting Up Shop in Salt Lake CityA firm leader said the move will "enhance our longstanding client relationships in the region" and "recognize Salt Lake City for the vibrant market it has become for emerging technology and life sciences companies."
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
November 01, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Sanford Heisler Sharp Announces First Firmwide Managing Partner, GCAs the firm promotes a slate of new leaders, co-founder David Sanford emphasized the importance of leadership in creating "uniformity and consistency."
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read