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].
September 24, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Winston Names New Office MPs in Strategic Markets, New Exec Committee MembersThe new leaders take over in Charlotte, North Carolina, Chicago, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York and Paris, which the firm said are linchpins for its success.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
September 22, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Firms Will Bring People Back to the Office, But They Won't Be the SameBetween new hires and departures and a new focus on maximizing in-office interactions, plus a new recognition of home-life stressors and the toll taken by a virus that's killed millions, firm leaders will have a new mix of employees on their hands, both literally and psychologically.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
September 21, 2021 | National Law Journal
Morrison & Foerster's DC-Based Fintech Leader Moves to Midsize Firm Stradley RononThe new Stradley Ronon partner was chair of Morrison & Foerster's investment management group.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
September 20, 2021 | The American Lawyer
When Demand Falters, Which Law Firms Will Struggle?Warning signs include dependence on a volatile practice area, and failing to use care in return-to-office plans.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
September 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer
The Talent War Has Escalated, But Attorney Head Counts Haven'tMost firms are looking to grow, leaving the industry as a whole at a standstill.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
September 16, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Financial Boutique Gets Boost in Chicago as Regulation Needs RiseThe talent war may not be quite as intense in Chicago. But financial services firm Murphy & McGonigle is drawing it from one of the city's main money institutions.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
September 16, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Legal Talent War May Be Fought Away From Chicago MarketThe talent war is still raging, with several major markets eclipsing the national average increase in attorney compensation so far this year—even before factoring in widespread associate salary increases. But the battle may not be as fierce in Chicago, some analysts say.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
September 15, 2021 | Law.com
Law Firm Life in Beta: The Pandemic Is Making Leaders Experiment MoreThe return to normal expected by now did not come to be. Law firm leaders have learned now to deal with that challenge.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
September 14, 2021 | Law.com
Cooley in Chicago, Jenner in LA: Firms Continue Committing to Office Space in Big MarketsThe two Big Law firms announced new office space in major markets, for Cooley, setting down roots with its new Chicago team.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
September 10, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Budgeting for Health Care Costs Is a Challenge for Law Firms as COVID-19 Drags OnLaw firm health care claims were projected to rise to pre-pandemic levels in 2021, on the assumption that employees would resume elective procedures and more routine behavior as COVID-19 faded. Nine months into the year, health care costs have picked up, but much remains unclear for the rest of the year and into 2022.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
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