Chris Johnson
Chris Johnson is based in London, where he writes about global law firms and the business of law. Contact him at [email protected]. On Twitter: @chris_t_johnson.
June 28, 2017 | The American Lawyer
Allen & Overy, Arnold & Porter Lead on Landmark African Bond IssueThe two firms have grabbed lead roles on a sovereign bond issue by the Federal Republic of Nigeria that may pave the way for similar offerings by other African nations.
By Chris Johnson
3 minute read
June 26, 2017 | The American Lawyer
And You Thought You Had Currency Problems? Alas, Poor RussiaInternational sanctions and a drop in global energy prices have hit the Russian economy hard, resulting in wild swings in the value of the ruble.
By Chris Johnson
8 minute read
June 20, 2017 | International Edition
'We're not intending to stop here' - Gibson Dunn sets out European expansion plansHot on the heels of partner hires in London, Paris and Germany Gibson Dunn's Gefffen sets out European expansion plans
By Chris Johnson
6 minute read
June 19, 2017 | The American Lawyer
Gibson Dunn Builds Up Its Presence in Europe, Finding Opportunity Amid UncertaintyThe firm, which has five offices in Europe, has continued to steadily build up its presence there.
By Chris Johnson
44 minute read
June 14, 2017 | The American Lawyer
Sullivan & Cromwell Boosts Brussels Office With Senior Antitrust HireLess than a month after launching in the EU capital, the firm has expanded with the hire of the EU's former deputy director-general for competition.
By Chris Johnson
24 minute read
June 13, 2017 | International Edition
Are big law firms hurting themselves by being too soft with clients?Should law firms refuse to hand over time-entry data to clients when working on a fixed fee?
By Chris Johnson
5 minute read
June 12, 2017 | Law.com
Is Big Law Hurting Itself by Being Too Soft With Clients?As service providers in an ultra-competitive market, lawyers are at their clients' beck and call. I'm sure every partner reading this story…
By Chris Johnson
5 minute read
June 12, 2017 | The American Lawyer
Is Big Law Hurting Itself by Being Too Soft With Clients?Should law firms refuse to hand over time-entry data to clients when working on a fixed fee?
By Chris Johnson
5 minute read
June 09, 2017 | The American Lawyer
Clyde & Co, Skadden, Among Big Winners at Transatlantic Legal AwardsALM Media announces the winners of the 2017 Transatlantic Legal Awards, which recognize law firms for excellence in handling trans-Atlantic matters.
By Chris Johnson
78 minute read
June 08, 2017 | International Edition
Clydes, Skadden and Quinn Emanuel among big winners at Transatlantic Legal AwardsClyde & Co takes Transatlantic Law Firm of the Year at Legal Week-American Lawyer event
By Chris Johnson
4 minute read
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