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David Thomas

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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May 21, 2020 | The American Lawyer

The Money Rolled Right in for Am Law 200 Firms in the Midwest

With a global pandemic far from anyone's mind, law firms based outside Chicago saw a boom in mergers last year and grew their revenues faster than those inside the region's biggest commercial and financial hub.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

May 20, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Dorsey Lays Off 'Limited Number' of Attorneys, Enacts Further Pay Cuts

The Minneapolis-based law firm has already capped the value of its monthly equity partner distributions. But starting in June, the firm's attorneys, as well as its staff who make more than $150,000 per year, will see a 10% to 20% cut in pay for the rest of the year.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

May 19, 2020 | National Law Journal

In Growth Spurt, Jenner Adds Former FERC, Entergy Lawyer to DC Ranks

Jennifer Amerkhail knows the ins and outs of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as both an insider and an industry lawyer.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

May 19, 2020 | National Law Journal

After Noncompete Fight, Recruiter's Move to Join Jane Roberts at Mlegal Is Official

Roberts, the legal recruiter and wife of Chief Justice John Roberts, has a new recruiting partner in D.C. now that Lauren Drake has emerged from litigation and followed her to Mlegal from Major, Lindsey & Africa.

By David Thomas

7 minute read

May 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Stinson Names First-Ever Female Managing Partner to Lead Its Next Strategic Moves

Incoming managing partner Allison Murdock said Stinson is looking to expand its ranks across its 13 offices, and is eyeing other markets to expand into.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

May 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Irell & Manella Is at a Crossroads, Once Again

Departures have diminished Irell & Manella's size and stature, leading familiar questions about the firm's future to resurface.

By David Thomas | Dylan Jackson

13 minute read

May 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Chicago Outpaced the Industry in 2019—and the Biggest Firms Reaped the Rewards

The Windy CIty's top-tier firms outperformed those in the Second Hundred.

By David Thomas

4 minute read

May 15, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Lady Gaga's Law Firm Got Hacked. Now What?

Allen Grubman's New York firm says its celebrity clients have shown "overwhelming support" despite a multimillion-dollar ransomware demand. But do entertainment boutiques face special risks, both before and after an attack?

By David Thomas

5 minute read

May 14, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Polsinelli Bolsters Health Care Practice, Adding UW Medicine Vet in Seattle

"In that space, we want to be the firm that can do everything for you," Polsinelli health care chairman Matthew Murer said. The firm expects Lori Oliver to help with that goal.

By David Thomas

3 minute read

May 12, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Frequent Foes Reunite in Skadden's $11M Settlement Over Ukraine Work

The Tymoshenko case is just the latest example of Gibson Dunn defending against claims lodged against a major law firm by Texas-based Reid Collins & Tsai.

By David Thomas

5 minute read