David Thomas

I'm a reporter covering the business of law, with an emphasis on national and global law firms for The American Lawyer, Law.com and other ALM publications.

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March 12, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Winston & Strawn Cracks $1 Billion, Shifting to More Transactional Work

The Chicago-based firm has been investing heavily in its transactional practices for the past few years, with revenue now matching that of its litigation side.

By David Thomas

5 minute read

March 12, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Clark Hill Keeps Chicago Office Open After COVID-19 Case Detected in Prudential Plaza Bldg

At least 25 cases of the virus had been found in Illinois by midday Thursday.

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2 minute read

March 12, 2020 | The Recorder

US Soccer Brings in Latham After Arguing Women Players Are Less Skilled Than Men

The organization faced a barrage of criticism after its lawyers at Seyfarth Shaw wrote that players on the U.S. Women's National Team "do not perform equal work requiring equal skill, effort, and responsibility under similar working conditions."

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5 minute read

March 12, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Jenner & Block Reverses Revenue Slide Amid In-House, Government Departures

Halting four years of declines, Jenner & Block grew its top line slightly and boosted per-lawyer revenue and profits.

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5 minute read

March 11, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Faegre Drinker Reopens Most Offices After 2 DC Visitors Test Positive for Coronavirus

A day after shuttering its offices everywhere, the firm has reopened outside the capital after learning that two people who visited its D.C. locations later tested positive with Covid-19.

By David Thomas

5 minute read

March 10, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Faegre Drinker Closes All 22 Offices After Potential Coronavirus Exposure

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath appears to be the first large law firm to close all of its offices because of coronavirus concerns.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

March 09, 2020 | The American Lawyer

As Coronavirus Shutters Quinn's NY Office, Firms Weigh Remote Work Options

Law firms face a test over how to conduct business effectively with offices closed. But if the virus wreaks enough economic havoc, remote working may be the least of their problems.

By David Thomas

5 minute read