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Dan Packel

Dan Packel

Dan Packel is an editor on the Business of Law desk at ALM. He writes a weekly briefing for Law.com, "The Law Firm Disrupted," on change and innovation in the legal marketplace. He is based in Philadelphia. Contact him at [email protected]. On Twitter at @packeld

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February 22, 2019 | Litigation Daily

Thrust in the Spotlight Amid Manafort Mess, Skadden's Brand Shows Resilience

Will the firm pay a price for its Ukraine involvement beyond a $4.6 million Justice Department settlement?

By Dan Packel

6 minute read

February 21, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Gibson Dunn Posts Double-Digit Revenue Gain in 23rd Straight Year of Growth

"We look for sustained performance, not just wonderful years," said chairman Ken Doran.

By Dan Packel

5 minute read

February 21, 2019 | Legaltech News

Law Firms Still a 'Great Target' as US Firm Falls Victim to Alleged Chinese Hack

It makes sense that hackers recently went after an unnamed firm known for its IP work, alongside other targets—law firms hold sensitive information for not just one client, but many.

By Dan Packel

4 minute read

February 20, 2019 | International Edition

Law Firms Still a 'Great Target' as US Firm Falls Victim to Alleged Chinese Hack

Hackers recently went after an unnamed law firm known for its IP work.

By Dan Packel

4 minute read

February 20, 2019 | The American Lawyer

US Law Firm Falls Victim to Alleged Chinese Hacking as Clients Face Threats

It makes sense that hackers recently went after an unnamed firm known for its IP work, alongside other targets—law firms hold sensitive information for not just one client, but many.

By Dan Packel

4 minute read

February 20, 2019 | The Recorder

Law Firms Remain a 'Great Target' as US Firm Hit in Alleged Chinese Hack

Hackers reportedly went after an unnamed firm known for its IP work—a stark reminder law firms hold sensitive information for not just one client, but many.

By Dan Packel

4 minute read

February 14, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Ex-Crowell Chair Styles Jumps to Akin Gump After Brief Bracewell Spell

Angela Styles joined Akin Gump after slightly more than a year at Bracewell, seeking a greater presence in the nation's capital.

By Dan Packel

3 minute read

February 13, 2019 | International Edition

Third-Party Financers Are Fueling Investor-State Arbitration Battles

2018 saw more investor-state cases filed than any previous year, an indicator that parties may be getting more outside help to advance their claims.

By Dan Packel

7 minute read

February 13, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Third-Party Financers Are Fueling Investor-State Arbitration Battles

2018 saw more investor-state cases filed than any previous year, an indicator that parties may be getting more outside help to advance their claims.

By Dan Packel

7 minute read

February 12, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Jones Day Holds an Edge as Firms Double Down on Brand Strategy

The firm topped Acritas' annual U.S. brand recognition survey for the third year running. Skadden, which previously dominated the field, is narrowing the gap.

By Dan Packel

4 minute read