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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January 12, 2018 | New York Law Journal

New Year, Same Old Pressures for Smaller Law Firms

The ongoing consolidation trend in the legal industry has already helped shutter several small law firms in 2018, as partners take their practices to large and midsized shops.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

January 10, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Shargel Retires From the Law, Capping 49 Years of Trials

"To say that I'm somewhat burnt out would be fair," Jerry Shargel told the New York Law Journal.

By Christine Simmons

6 minute read

January 10, 2018 | New York Law Journal

MoFo Must Face Bank's Malpractice Lawsuit Over Bungled Offering

Morrison & Foerster could face millions of dollars in potential damages after a New York appellate panel revived a legal malpractice case brought by Macquarie Capital.

By Christine Simmons | Jason Grant

5 minute read

January 08, 2018 | New York Law Journal

As #MeToo Roils Clients, Stroock Launches Unit to Vet Sex Claims

The new Stroock & Stroock & Lavan practice group will be led by former U.S. District Judge Shira Scheindlin and former New York State Attorney General Robert Abrams.

By Christine Simmons

3 minute read

January 08, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Greebel Defense Looks to Poll Jurors Over Alleged 'Threat'

After a jury convicted former Big Law partner Evan Greebel for fraud involving Martin Shkreli, one of the jurors said others threatened to have him removed for asking to see more evidence.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read