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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December 09, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Wilkinson Walsh Tops Big Law Associate Bonus Scale—Again

The high-end boutique, founded by former Big Law partners, has out-paid their former employers since the firm began in 2016.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

December 05, 2019 | The American Lawyer

ABA Looks to Clean Up Process Surrounding Lateral Moves

The opinion provides guidance on two often fraught issues in lateral moves: notice provisions for departures and client solicitation.

By Dylan Jackson

4 minute read

December 04, 2019 | Daily Business Review

Greenberg Traurig Lands Former U.S. Attorney Ben Greenberg

Greenberg served as acting head of South Florida's U.S. Attorney's Office between March 2017 and September 2018, when President Donald Trump appointed Miami-Dade circuit court judge Ariana Fajardo Orshan to the post.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

December 03, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Childcare Commitments Are Driving Women Out of Big Law

Childcare commitments, which fall overwhelmingly to women, are the most frequently cited factor for women leaving Big Law, according to a survey of more than 1,200 senior partners by ALM Intelligence and the American Bar Association.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

November 26, 2019 | Daily Business Review

K&L Gates Partner Elisa D'Amico: Working at the Intersection of Marketing, Technology and Law

The Miami-based partner helped create the firm's digital crisis communications practice — what she describes as a hybrid that combines public relations, advising and litigation.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

November 25, 2019 | The American Lawyer

New Partners Are Worried About Mental Health and a Looming Recession

The annual New Partners Survey finds many feel their firms aren't prepared for a recession. "I'm concerned that we will have over-hired by the time the recession hits," one partner said.

By Dylan Jackson

6 minute read

November 22, 2019 | Daily Business Review

It's Not Just Trump: Rich Northerners are Moving Their Billions (and Legal Work) to South Florida

The Trump administration's tax law provided the catalyst for more of the very rich to transfer their permanent residence from high-tax states like New York to states known for their lower tax burden — like Florida.

By Dylan Jackson

7 minute read