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].
May 18, 2021 | The American Lawyer
As Clients Search for Alternatives, AFAs Are Growing in ProminenceGains have been slow but steady, as alternative fee arrangements continue to make up a growing portion of revenue among the Am Law 200.
By Andrew Maloney
8 minute read
May 17, 2021 | New York Law Journal
Wigdor Lawyers Returning to Office 'Full Time and Permanently' in JulyThe boutique said its workers would be at an advantage compared with others. "Thousands of attorneys from large defense law firms will likely be holed up in their apartments or homes," the memo said.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
May 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Cooley's Chicago Launch Attracts Market Attention, As Office Prepares to Add 'Elite Litigators'The lateral partners said they expect their clients to join them at their new firm.
By Christine Simmons | Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
May 14, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Large Law Firms Are Phasing In Office Returns—And the Stakes Are HighAs potential laterals and younger lawyers are evaluating law firm office return policies, Jenner & Block and Ropes & Gray are the latest to announce their own phase-in approach.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
May 14, 2021 | The American Lawyer
The Merger Integration of This Am Law 200 Firm Got a Boost During the PandemicThe number of Lathrop GPM matters staffed with lawyers from both legacy firms in 2020 "far exceeded our expectations, and in many instances grew exponentially throughout the year," said the firm's leader.
By Andrew Maloney
5 minute read
May 13, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Another Am Law 200 Firm Boosts Associate Pay, With 9% Average or Higher RaisesWomble's move comes as several firms are increasing associate pay, including competitor firms in the Southeast. Womble said the scales were specifically boosted in both large and small markets in the Southeast.
By Andrew Maloney
3 minute read
May 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
As Associate Pay Scale Gets Set Across US, Market Will Feel Ripple EffectsSeveral Am Law 200 firms have increased salaries for associates in smaller cities or have raised associate salaries across the board.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
May 10, 2021 | Pro Mid Market
Market Focus Chicago: Law Firms Seek Talent Outside Home RegionBoth Am Law 200 firms and smaller firms in the Windy City have done just fine during the pandemic. These firms are looking out for clients and talent beyond Lake Michigan.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
May 10, 2021 | The American Lawyer
With Rising Expenses Just Around the Corner, Law Firms Saw Mixed Picture in Q1Demand contracted slightly, but increased expenses and other factors are "indicators of the business environment returning to normal," according to the newest Peer Monitor report.
By Andrew Maloney
4 minute read
May 04, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Why Women Leave Law Firms: Pay and Credit Differences Are Leading Factors"My name was put into a pitch package. [W]e'd get the work and then, I'd never see it," said one woman of color who was quoted in an ABA report released this week.
By Andrew Maloney
6 minute read
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