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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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November 28, 2021 | The American Lawyer

The Modern Marvel: Cooley's Litigation Department Is a Trusted Partner of the New Economy

Cooley has made a big bet on the rise of Big Tech—and it's paying off.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

November 24, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Day Pitney Bows Out of Controversial Sandy Hook Case

Day Pitney faced immense backlash in September for subpoenaing academic and disciplinary records on elementary school students who were murdered in the 2012 Sandy Hook school massacre.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

November 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

In a Career Spent Building Institutions, Ben Wilson Has Been the Man in the Middle

Beveridge & Diamond chair Ben Wilson measures his career by the institutions he built and the people he connected.

By Dylan Jackson

6 minute read

November 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Will Associates Benefit From Early Career Milestones?

Sidley Austin's new structure for associate promotions creates opportunities for advancement well before the partner stage. Will it help retain young talent?

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

November 22, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Partner Classes Are Bigger, But Getting Equity Is Still a Steep Climb at Law Firms

"If you don't make somebody a partner, they can move for a lot more money or go somewhere else," legal consultant Peter Zeughauser said.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

November 18, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Skadden Executive Compensation Attorney Jumps to Cadwalader

After more than two decades at Skadden, Michael Bergmann is the latest in a string of Cadwalader additions.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

November 18, 2021 | Pro Mid Market

'Forget Avocado Toast.' How Porzio Bromberg Offers Young Lawyers A Unique Career Path.

"Our pitch to young lawyers is about what we can do for their careers and bank accounts," principal John Oroho says.

By Dylan Jackson

8 minute read

November 18, 2021 | The American Lawyer

'Not a Huge Surprise': Onetime Heir Apparent Natasha Harrison's Departure Was a Foregone Conclusion

Boies Schiller Flexner leadership says the firm remains committed to its London office following Harrison's departure.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

November 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Sidley Launches 'MBA-Level' Development Program, Gives Associates New Titles

Sidley Austin will add some dimension to the traditionally flat law firm model by creating new titles for associates based on tenure while launching an executive training programs with top universities.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

November 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Former Deputy Chair Natasha Harrison Is Leaving Boies Schiller Flexner

Harrison, who was once viewed as next in line to run the firm, will start her own boutique in London, a source close to the firm said.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read