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
August 20, 2021 | The American Lawyer
LeClairRyan Founder Expected to Be Named in $128M Dispute Over Firm's BankruptcyA bankruptcy judge Thursday let the Chapter 7 trustee amend her complaint to include an individual who allegedly helped UnitedLex "loot" the firm of its assets. He's expected to be revealed as founder Gary LeClair.
By Dan Packel
3 minute read
August 19, 2021 | Law.com
CGO, CMO, CSO, CINO. How Should We Know?Law firms keep growing their C-suites. But creating a new position doesn't guarantee that the office holder will make a difference.
By Dan Packel
5 minute read
August 18, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Trimming Travel Is Key to Cutting Law Firms' Carbon Footprint—and Client Satisfaction"[Clients are] not eager to get back to the type of travel that used to be expected, even if lawyers say, 'We have to,'" one sustainability expert said.
By Dan Packel
6 minute read
August 16, 2021 | The American Lawyer
As Law Firms Nationally Delay Office Returns, Vaccine Mandates Emerge in the SunbeltSome law firms are hesitant to now even impose a definite office return date, while more vaccine mandates are appearing among Sunbelt-based law firms.
By Dan Packel
4 minute read
August 12, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Baker McKenzie Can't Shake Malpractice Suit Over Russian Coal Mine FightThe law firm said it's reviewing its options for an appeal.
By Dan Packel
4 minute read
August 12, 2021 | Law.com
Has COVID-19 Really Taught Law Firms Nimbleness?Once again, firms are turning on a dime, as they alter reopening plans to confront the reality of the delta variant. But it's not clear if they deserve credit for these adjustments.
By Dan Packel
5 minute read
August 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Husch Blackwell Hit With Malpractice Suit Over Int'l Trade FilingA former client says a partner went overboard in a filing that would allow the U.S. to collect duties on imported wood furniture.
By Dan Packel
2 minute read
August 10, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Law Firms Caught in Balancing Act Between Repopulating Offices and Future of Remote WorkFirm leaders said they are simultaneously working on how to safely return to the office and how to balance professional development needs with remote work.
By Dan Packel
5 minute read
August 06, 2021 | The Recorder
Ninth Circuit Pours Cold Water On Bid to Revive $54M O'Melveny Malpractice SuitThe court's decision to not hear oral argument scheduled earlier this week was not a good sign for plaintiff Jeffrey Golden.
By Dan Packel
3 minute read
August 06, 2021 | Law.com
The Satellite Office Solution: Will It Stay In Orbit?Greenberg Traurig looks to open and expand satellite offices in the New York City area. It's a sign that the firm wants its attorneys in offices, but is prepared to meet them halfway.
By Dan Packel
6 minute read
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