NEXT

Chris Johnson

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.

Connect with this author

July 01, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Herbert Smith Freehills Grows Profits, Shrinks Debt Amid Flat Revenues

Herbert Smith Freehills achieved strong profit growth in the last financial year despite largely flat revenues, the firm announced Wednesday.

By Chris Johnson

3 minute read

June 30, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Herbert Smith Freehills Grows Profits, Shrinks Debt Amid Flat Revenues

Herbert Smith Freehills achieved strong profit growth in the last financial year despite largely flat revenues, the firm announced Wednesday.

By Chris Johnson

3 minute read

June 05, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Transatlantic GC Summit Highlights Regulatory Divide

"I've never met a lawyer that would prefer to make a judgment than follow a rule," said one attendee, reflecting on U.K. and U.S. approaches to regulation.

By Chris Johnson

4 minute read

June 05, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Transatlantic GC Summit Highlights Regulatory Divide

"I've never met a lawyer that would prefer to make a judgment than follow a rule," said one attendee, reflecting on U.K. and U.S. approaches to regulation.

By Chris Johnson

4 minute read

June 01, 2015 | The American Lawyer

The End of Lockstep? Not So Fast.

News that Linklaters is to finally modify its lockstep has raised fresh questions over the long-term future of the compensation system. But with some tinkering, lockstep may prove more durable than many think.

By Chris Johnson

9 minute read

June 01, 2015 | The American Lawyer

The End of Lockstep? Not So Fast.

News that Linklaters is to finally modify its lockstep has raised fresh questions over the long-term future of the compensation system. But with some tinkering, lockstep may prove more durable than many think.

By Chris Johnson

9 minute read

May 28, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Dewey's Day in Court

Facing trial, the failed firm's leaders blame Dewey's demise on the Manhattan DA's office.

By Chris Johnson

5 minute read

May 28, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Dewey's Day in Court

Facing trial, the failed firm's leaders blame Dewey's demise on the Manhattan DA's office.

By Chris Johnson

5 minute read

May 26, 2015 | Law.com

Dewey's Day in Court

Fourteen months after their indictment and three years after their firm failed, three former Dewey & LeBoeuf leaders will face a state court jury in Manhattan Tuesday morning.

By Chris Johnson and Julie Triedman

6 minute read

May 26, 2015 | The American Lawyer

Dewey's Day in Court

Fourteen months after their indictment and three years after their firm failed, three former Dewey & LeBoeuf leaders will face a state court jury in Manhattan Tuesday morning.

By Chris Johnson

6 minute read