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Dylan Jackson

Dylan Jackson

Dylan Jackson writes about the business of law and race. He can be reached at [email protected] or 305-347-6677. On Twitter @DylanBJackson

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February 04, 2021 | The American Lawyer

In 2021, Law Firm Leaders Are Placing 'Bets' on the Future

"I think it will be unwise to think it will return to the old rigidity," one consultant said.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

February 03, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Simpson Thacher Hires From Kirkland, Freshfields to Create European Restructuring Group

The expansion comes just days after Simpson Thacher announced it will open in Brussels.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

February 02, 2021 | The American Lawyer

7 Kasowitz Partners Spin Off to New Boutique, Subleasing 2 Boies Schiller Offices

The new firm's website went up days ago and lists offices in San Francisco and New York.

By Patrick Smith | Dylan Jackson

4 minute read

February 01, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Morrison & Foerster Lays Off 4% of US Staff, UK Staffing Under Review

A firm representative said the U.K. staff ranks are undergoing a "redundancy" review that may lead to a "handful" of further layoffs.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

February 01, 2021 | The Recorder

Wilson Sonsini Hires Goodwin Partner to Co-Lead M&A Practice as Tech Rush Continues

Former Goodwin partner Michael Russell has represented major tech platforms such as Slack, Uber, Fitbit and Twitter.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

February 01, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Quinn Emanuel Launches in Atlanta, Its Second New City This Year

Firm founder John Quinn said the firm is looking to grow the new Atlanta office immediately.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

January 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Davis Wright Tremaine Will Require All Employees To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine Before Returning to the Office

Davis Wright is the first Am Law firm to publicly announce that its employees must be vaccinated in order to work in the firm's offices.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

January 27, 2021 | The American Lawyer

King & Spalding, Cadwalader Pick Off More Boies Schiller Partners

Ken Beale joins at least 24 of his former Boies Schiller Flexner colleagues at King & Spalding. A New York partner also left for Cadwalader.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

January 27, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Reed Smith Launches Diversity Billable Hour Credit for All Timekeepers

Among other goals, Reed Smith intends to increase the number of Black attorneys at the firm by 50% in three years.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

January 26, 2021 | The American Lawyer

After Gauging Firms' Pandemic Responses, Will Associates Be on the Move?

The economic upswing has left firms flush with work, putting associates in a powerful position. A year spent watching how their firms handled the pandemic could push many to vote with their feet.

By Dylan Jackson

7 minute read