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Dan Roe

Dan Roe

I'm a reporter covering the business of law, focusing on Florida-based and national law firms for the Daily Business Review, The American Lawyer, Law.com and other ALM publications. Reach me at: [email protected] or on Twitter at @dan_roe_.

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June 08, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Former Partner's Lawsuit Against Roche Freedman Beats Motion to Dismiss

The litigation boutique is facing claims it denied a former partner of his share of a multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency asset.

By Dan Roe

2 minute read

June 08, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Shifting Big Law Power Dynamics Pave Way for More 4-Day Attendance Policies

Not every large firm wants to mandate four days of attendance, but those that do are feeling more empowered than ever.

By Dan Roe | Patrick Smith

3 minute read

June 08, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Law Firms Must Rise to Challenge if Affirmative Action Ends, DEI Officers Say

"Firms with highly inclusive cultures will win the war for talent because all employees will feel they belong at the firm and can thrive," said Akerman's Cassandra Caldwell.

By Dan Roe

5 minute read

June 07, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Davis Polk to Mandate 4 Days a Week in the Office for All U.S. Attorneys, Staff

The policy is slated to take effect the week after Labor Day.

By Dan Roe

2 minute read

June 02, 2023 | The American Lawyer

As Layoffs Loom, How Much Control Do Associates Have Over Low Billable Hours?

As law firms wait and see whether the economy picks up in the third quarter, associates at risk of layoffs are feeling the other side of the billable hour's wrath.

By Dan Roe

6 minute read

May 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Former Sullivan & Cromwell Chair Dies at 89

Ricardo A. Mestres Jr. practiced at Sullivan & Cromwell for 62 years, leading the firm from 1995 to 2000.

By Dan Roe

2 minute read

May 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Diversity Improving at Law Firms, but Forces Are Working Against Those Efforts

Diversity advancements face roadblocks amid anti-DEI laws and the possible end of affirmative action. Law firm diversity professionals are looking to defend and continue those gains.

By Dan Roe

10 minute read

May 31, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Gibson Dunn Hires O'Melveny Restructuring Co-Chair in New York

Joseph Zujkowski joined Gibson Dunn after 10 years at his former firm.

By Dan Roe

2 minute read

May 30, 2023 | The American Lawyer

In Battle for Billable Hours, Not Coming in Will Cost Some Associates Their Jobs

"Frankly, I do not give assignments to associates and junior partners who are not in the office at least 3 days a week," wrote one Am Law 100 practice leader.

By Dan Roe

6 minute read

May 25, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Cuts 47 Staff Globally, Citing Excess Capacity in Secretarial and Administrative Roles

The global law firm announced the layoffs Thursday morning, stating affected employees had been notified and provided with "competitive" severance benefits and outplacement assistance.

By Dan Roe

2 minute read