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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August 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

US Lawyers Agree: Please Stop Bragging About How Busy You Are

Even as the profession struggles with mental health challenges and burnout, lawyers continue to see overworking as a badge of honor.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

August 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Star Democratic Party Attorney Marc Elias Is Leaving Perkins Coie to Spin Off New Firm

Elias and Perkins Coie said the independence will allow Elias to "broaden" his advocacy of Democratic interests.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read

August 23, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Midlevel Associates Aren't Satisfied With Law Firms' Return-to-Office Plans

Many third-, fourth- and fifth-year associates feel uncertain about what a hybrid workplace will actually look like, according to the 2021 Midlevel Associates survey,

By Dylan Jackson

7 minute read

August 19, 2021 | The American Lawyer

A Diversity Boon? Attorneys in This Wilmer Hale Practice Don't Have to Choose Between Passion and Profit

Working in Wilmer Hale's anti-discrimination practice group "makes me feel less like it's something that I can just do to pay my loans and move on," one associate said.

By Dylan Jackson

5 minute read

August 18, 2021 | Pro Mid Market

Who Got The Work: An Apple iPhone Suit, Oil & Gas Retain Counsel to Fight Biden Executive Order

Midsize firms step in to represent Apple, a nursing home and oil & gas interests.

By Phillip Bantz

2 minute read

August 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer

As Summer's End Draws Near, Big Law Parents Again Face the Unknown

A more contagious viral variant, shifting directives on safety, inconsistent measures in schools and a lack of a vaccine for those under 12 have parents once again facing anxious uncertainty. And they still have to do their jobs.

By Patrick Smith | Dylan Jackson

7 minute read

August 12, 2021 | Pro Mid Market

To Mandate Vaccines or Not? Midsize Law Firms Run the Gamut

"Some of the folks were a little anxious about returning to the office, not knowing whether their colleagues were vaccinated, so I think this makes them feel a little safer coming back," said Robyn Henry, director of administration at Philadelphia-based Conrad O'Brien.

By Dylan Jackson | Justin Henry

5 minute read

August 12, 2021 | The American Lawyer

These Law Firms Boast Near 90% Vaccination Rates—Many Without a Mandate

"Ninety percent is a wonderful vaccination rate. I think anywhere north of 75% is positive. Obviously the higher the better," Duane Morris employment partner Jonathan Segal said.

By Dylan Jackson

4 minute read