David Thomas

February 20, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Responding to a former client's malpractice claims, Akin Gump defended its actions while pinning blame for alleged misconduct on a lawyer the firm fired four years ago.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

February 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Morrison & Foerster said a decision by two former lawyers to drop their class action claims "validates" the firm defense. But attorneys at Sanford Heisler Sharp say they still allege systemic discrimination against pregnant women and new mothers.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

February 14, 2020 | The American Lawyer

"A law firm does not have a 'legitimate claim of entitlement' to hourly billed client matters because it is the clients who retain the right to control the representation," Chief Judge Anna Blackburne-Rigsby wrote.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

February 12, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Pro bono work "made me realize how broken our criminal justice system is in many ways," said Kristine Schanbacher.

By David Thomas

5 minute read

February 11, 2020 | National Law Journal

The law firm prepared a stock purchasing agreement between two former business partners, who now disagree over the financial terms, prompting a legal battle one federal judge described as akin to "The War of the Roses."

By David Thomas

3 minute read

February 10, 2020 | International Edition

C&M International is setting up shop in Singapore as the city-state becomes the go-to location for companies looking to expand their presence in Asia outside of China.

By David Thomas

2 minute read

February 07, 2020 | National Law Journal

The firm's former software client racked up nearly $1 million in fees pursuing a failed lawsuit. Wiley says it's still owed $220K.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

February 06, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Benamram will serve as Simpson Thacher's first chief knowledge and innovation officer.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

February 05, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Morgan Lewis says it needs more people who can help manage its high volume of matters related to workplace bias, harassment and misconduct.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

February 04, 2020 | The American Lawyer

The shift in strategy comes as three partners jump to other firms, with more departures expected. "This is a real tipping point, this is the direction we're going in," one Irell lawyer said.

By David Thomas

5 minute read