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].
July 02, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Your Own Physical Trainer: How Some Law Firms Are Offering Office Perks Amid Return PlansWigdor, which has hired a physical trainer for its attorneys and staff, is one of several law firms adding unique perks in attempting to reacclimate employees to in-office work.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
July 01, 2021 | The American Lawyer
More Law Firm Consolidation Expected in 2021Just on Thursday alone, several law firm merger deals became effective. A Fairfax merger report expects many more in 2021.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
June 30, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Sanford Heisler Uses Attorney Tenure in Setting Office Return PolicyMore experienced lawyers can spend two or three days in the office each week, while those with less experience will spend four days in person.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
June 30, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Cooley Adds 3 Chicago Partners, Including Kirkland, Mayer Brown Vets"We're definitely in growth mode in Chicago," said Travis LeBlanc, a leader in Cooley's litigation and data privacy groups.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
June 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer
In the Struggle for Market Share, Law Firms Are Doubling Down on Their StrengthsAs demand surges, firms are searching for ways to secure a bigger slice of the pie, and that often means leaning harder into what they're known for.
By Andrew Maloney
8 minute read
June 25, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Latest Big Law Mergers May Portend Stream of Upcoming CombosMerger announcements this week by Crowell and Thompson Coburn may have "opened the door" for more deals, said one firm consultant.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
June 24, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Crowell to Merge With Chicago Law Firm, Boosting Tech and IP PracticeThe merger is the largest combination in Crowell's 42-year history and makes it the latest Am Law 200 firm to plant roots in the Windy City.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
June 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Sidley Intensifies Lateral Hiring, as Industry Demand and Pay for Top Talent ClimbsThe firm's growth strategy doesn't come without challenges, including keeping up with ever-increasing partner pay trends and pulling away busy talent from other firms.
By Andrew Maloney
7 minute read
June 23, 2021 | New York Law Journal
New York Firm and Thompson Coburn to Merge, Eyeing Benefits of ScaleEntering the Big Apple will help Thompson Coburn service a roster of clients such as U.S. Bank, Citibank, Bayer and Kawasaki, said firm chair Roman Wuller.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
June 21, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Talent War Leads to More 'Boomerang' Associates and Hiring MismatchesLaw firms are seeing more hiring misfires, while some associates are quickly returning to their old firms.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
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