April 13, 2023 | The American Lawyer
In Response to Layoff Chatter, Ropes & Gray Cites 'Merits-Based Evaluation Process'Ropes said a performance management process is part of its "normal course." Industry observers say "aggressive" performance reviews this year are resulting in an increasingly blurry line between layoffs and review-time cuts.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
3 minute read
April 12, 2023 | Texas Lawyer
Push to Promote Lawyers to Partner Continues at Big Firms in TexasA total of 22 of the 25 firms with the most lawyers in Texas promoted 6.4% more partners in Texas in 2022 than in 2021, continuing a trend from the prior year.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
3 minute read
April 12, 2023 | Texas Lawyer
Revenue Up at Most Homegrown Texas Firms in 2022, but Profit Growth LaggedA number of the firms brought in a record amount of revenue in 2022, compared with 2021.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
5 minute read
April 10, 2023 | Texas Lawyer
In Competitive Hiring Market, Baker Botts Hires First-Ever Chief Recruiting OfficerBaker Botts hired Polsinelli's chief recruiting officer as its first chief recruiting office, a newly created C-suite role, in an effort to help the firm 'maintain momentum.'
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
2 minute read
April 07, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Am Law 100 Law Firm Sued Over China-Based Partner's Alleged Due Diligence Failure"This case is a cautionary tale for any U.S.-based law firm seeking to expand its brand internationally," said plaintiff's attorney Jonathan Patton.
By Michael A. Mora | Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
4 minute read
April 07, 2023 | Texas Lawyer
In 'Year of Investment,' Akin Gump's Revenue Up, but Profits Per Partner Drop 16%Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld hired 27 lateral partners globally in practices including special situations and private credit, M&A, private equity, energy transition, regulatory, and disputes and investigations.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
5 minute read
April 05, 2023 | Texas Lawyer
Crain Caton Adds Family Law Duo from Boutique KoonsFullerTwo KoonsFuller shareholders joined Houston's Crain Caton & James on Monday as shareholders in Houston, adding the family law practice to the firm.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
2 minute read
April 04, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Katten Ups Revenue, PEP in 2022 as Deals 'Held Up Pretty Well'With demand in most practices growing in 2022, Katten Muchin Rosenman brought in 4.3% more revenue in 2022 than the prior year, but also grew its overall head count by 6.2%
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
6 minute read
March 30, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Foley & Lardner in a 'Position of Strength,' as Revenue, Profits Improve in 2022With a focus on strategic industry sectors of energy, manufacturing, life sciences and health care, and innovative technology, Foley & Lardner grew in 2022 and improved its revenue by 5.4%.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
4 minute read
March 27, 2023 | National Law Journal
Arnold & Porter Adds Senior Lawyer From NY FedJames Bergin, former acting co-general counsel and deputy general counsel at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, joined Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer as a partner in New York.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys
2 minute read
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