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
February 22, 2019 | Litigation Daily
Thrust in the Spotlight Amid Manafort Mess, Skadden's Brand Shows ResilienceWill 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 HackIt 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 HackHackers 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 ThreatsIt 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 HackHackers 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 SpellAngela 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 Battles2018 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 Battles2018 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 StrategyThe 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