Christine Simmons

May 26, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The bar group's president said the deal was terminated after the buyer "failed to attend" a virtual real estate closing. 

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

May 26, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The coronavirus pandemic has caused about "10 years of evolution in 10 weeks," said managing partner John Langan, pointing to long-term changes in how the firm's attorneys will work remotely and take up office space.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

May 19, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Sheila Boston, a partner at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer, was elected the city bar's president, becoming the first woman of color in the position.

By Christine Simmons

2 minute read

May 19, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Firms may reduce their square footage by 10% to 15% even after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, said one real estate adviser.

By Christine Simmons

7 minute read

May 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

New York firms aggressively marked up billing rates, higher than the industry, but their growth was sluggish.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

May 13, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Guidance released by the New York State Bar Association on Wednesday includes specific steps law firms can take to prepare their offices and employees for reopening.

By Christine Simmons

5 minute read

May 12, 2020 | New York Law Journal

An M&A slowdown during the pandemic hasn't stalled demand for well-connected dealmakers, especially for law firms serving the private equity industry.

By Christine Simmons

3 minute read

May 11, 2020 | New York Law Journal

With a firm clientele dominated by the financial industry, co-managing partners David Efron and Marc Elovitz said they've been able to avoid painful cuts as they navigate the crisis and longer-term strategic goals.

By Christine Simmons

6 minute read

May 08, 2020 | The American Lawyer

While Simpson appears unique in offering a stipend in exchange for community service, other firms are also encouraging community service or pro bono work as part of their summer programs.

By Christine Simmons

4 minute read

May 05, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Kirkland's hiring of rising M&A star Edward Lee escalates a talent war with New York lockstep firms like Wachtell.

By Christine Simmons

3 minute read