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Christine Simmons

Christine Simmons

Christine Simmons writes about the New York legal community and the business of law. Email her at [email protected] and find her on Twitter @chlsimmons

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October 04, 2018 | Connecticut Law Tribune

With Partners Coming Forward, Law Firms Walk Fine Line in Kavanaugh Controversy

An effort by an Akin Gump practice leader to provide information to the FBI highlights how major law firms are navigating the unusually controversial confirmation fight.

By Christine Simmons

7 minute read

October 03, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Joining IP Hiring Wave, Mintz Adds Ex-Practice Chair at Curtis

Michael Graif, who previously led the intellectual property practice at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle, said technology's growing influence on the economy is driving a surge in lateral activity.

By Christine Simmons

3 minute read

October 01, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Sidley Austin Snags Private Equity Rainmakers From Akin Gump

The departing Akin Gump partners, Adam Weinstein and Tony Feuerstein, have advised on deals totaling tens of billions of dollars in value over the last five years.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

September 30, 2018 | New York Law Journal

From 'He Is Innocent' to 'She Was Authentic,' Kavanaugh Hearings Divide Attorneys

Litigators, naturally inclined to assess witness credibility, found plenty to analyze. And with televisions tuned in to the spectacle at firms across the country, one law firm leader said "billions of dollars" in billable hours were probably lost.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

September 30, 2018 | Litigation Daily

From 'She Was Authentic' to 'He Is Innocent,' Kavanaugh Hearings Divide Attorneys

Litigators, naturally inclined to assess witness credibility, found plenty to analyze. And with televisions tuned in to the spectacle at firms across the country, one law firm leader said "billions of dollars" in billable hours were probably lost.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

September 28, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Icahn's CVR Vows Appeal After Wachtell Defeats Malpractice Claims

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz has been battling CVR Energy's malpractice lawsuit for close to five years.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

September 28, 2018 | Litigation Daily

Wachtell Defeats Malpractice Claims, but Icahn's CVR Vows Appeal

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz has been battling CVR Energy's malpractice lawsuit for close to five years.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

September 28, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Sullivan & Cromwell Partner Apologizes for 'Rot in Hell' Tweet After Kavanaugh Hearings

Prominent M&A partner Frank Aquila deleted his Twitter account after telling White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders she should "Rot in Hell You B!tch" for defending Sen. Lindsey Graham.

By Christine Simmons

2 minute read

September 27, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Ruling Paves Way for Trial in Greenberg Traurig Attorney Deceit Case

After an appellate ruling on the scope of damages testimony, jurors may finally consider allegations that a former Greenberg shareholder deceived the court about the destruction of a document.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

September 27, 2018 | Litigation Daily

Greenberg Traurig Attorney Deceit Case Ready for Trial

After an appellate ruling on the scope of damages testimony, jurors may finally consider allegations that a former Greenberg shareholder deceived the court about the destruction of a document.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read


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