Dylan Jackson writes about the business of law and race. He can be reached at [email protected] or 305-347-6677. On Twitter @DylanBJackson
January 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Firms Pick Up Talent Amid Resurgence in Capital MarketsOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, DLA Piper and Proskauer Rose are the latest firms looking to tap into the surging market through hiring.
By Dylan Jackson
2 minute read
January 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Former Wisconsin Deputy AG Joins Cozen O'Connor From Reed SmithThe hire comes as state attorney general practices brace for a Biden administration that is sure to bring more scrutiny and regulation.
By Dylan Jackson
3 minute read
January 07, 2021 | The American Lawyer
How Will History Remember Trump's Big Law Firms?Will law firms that represented Trump and the GOP in post-election litigation face financial or reputational damage after a mob of pro-Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday?
By Dylan Jackson
6 minute read
January 06, 2021 | The American Lawyer
First-Year Associates Are Facing Challenges They Never Could Have AnticipatedThis year's class of fresh-faced associates—and their new firms—are facing a series of unique questions as they begin their careers, as the tangle with when to start, how to start, and how to avoid getting lost amid a pandemic.
By Dylan Jackson
7 minute read
January 05, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Foley & Lardner Partner Who Sat In on Trump's Georgia Call Resigns From FirmThe abrupt resignation comes just a day after Foley & Lardner told Law.com that it was "concerned" with reports of partner Cleta Mitchell's participation in the call, in which President Donald Trump asked Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to "find votes."
By Dylan Jackson
3 minute read
January 05, 2021 | The American Lawyer
McKool Smith Financial Litigation Co-Chair Jumps to Schulte Roth & ZabelGayle Klein, who was on McKool's executive committee, said her departure was unrelated to that of former colleagues Scott Cole and Robin Cohen, both of whom left this week.
By Dylan Jackson
4 minute read
January 04, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Foley & Lardner 'Concerned' Over Partner's Role in Trump's Georgia CallIt's another example of a Big Law firm facing pressure because of its lawyers' work for Donald Trump or the GOP.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
January 04, 2021 | Texas Lawyer
Quinn Emanuel Opens 4-Lawyer Austin Office, Adding 2 New HiresFirm founder John Quinn described Austin as a "boom town" where his firm will initially focus on IP matters.
By Dylan Jackson
3 minute read
January 03, 2021 | National Law Journal
Shifting Scrutiny: State AG Practices Prepare for New Priorities Under BidenAttorneys say the reemergence of federal government regulation in areas such as civil rights and the environment will not only allow AGs to redirect resources, but will also bring about collaboration between state and federal authorities.
By Dylan Jackson
6 minute read
December 30, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Split Duties: Firms Large and Small Transitioned to Multi-Attorney Leadership in 2020Firms of all sizes are testing out a dual-managing partner model so rainmaking leaders can balance client relationships with day-to-day management.
By Dylan Jackson
4 minute read