Dylan Jackson writes about the business of law and race. He can be reached at [email protected] or 305-347-6677. On Twitter @DylanBJackson
July 20, 2020 | Daily Business Review
A Closer Look at Florida Law Firm Diversity Reveals Major GapsWhile Florida firms enjoy a reputation for having diverse workplaces, their head count numbers show a small portion of Black attorneys.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
July 13, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Boies Schiller Executive Committee Member Exits as Firm Adds 2 Bankruptcy PartnersWhile confirming Bob Cooper's departure, Boies Schiller said it had hired two bankruptcy partners in London and New York.
By Dylan Jackson | David Thomas
4 minute read
July 09, 2020 | The American Lawyer
With PPP Money Dwindling and Cases Rising, 'Substantial Uncertainty' Remains for FirmsLaw firms received millions in the form of loans and grants as part of the Paycheck Protection Program. But as the money begins to run out, and COVID-19 cases continue to rise, law firms are not out of the woods yet.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
July 07, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Big Law Firms Got Millions of Dollars to Preserve Payroll. Some Made Cuts AnywayAt least nine Am Law 200 firms that received PPP loans cut jobs or salaries before or after they received the loans.
By Dylan Jackson
6 minute read
July 06, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Dozens of Big Law Firms Received Millions in PPP Loan FundsAt least 45 law firms in the Am Law 200 received SBA loans this year.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
June 29, 2020 | The American Lawyer
An Overnight Shift: How the Pandemic Has Radically Changed the Role of Practice LeaderAfter-hours calls, movie nights with family and an uncertain future: DLA Piper New York real estate co-chair Chris Smith dishes on how the current crisis has affected his job.
By Dylan Jackson
6 minute read
June 25, 2020 | Daily Business Review
Florida's Fastest Growing Firms Keep Hiring During PandemicLaw firms such as Cole, Scott & Kissane and Kelley Kronenberg say they will continue to hire this year — albeit at a slower clip.
By Dylan Jackson
7 minute read
June 25, 2020 | Daily Business Review
Florida Firms in Am Law 200 Outpaced Others in Revenue and Profit GrowthSeven Florida firms in the Am Law 200 saw growth in revenue and profits per partner last year.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
June 24, 2020 | The American Lawyer
The Good Years Made Law Firms Complacent Ahead of the Pandemic, Report FindsBy the time the pandemic struck, most firms had not addressed issues that dogged them in the recession a decade ago, according to results from an Altman Weil survey.
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
June 19, 2020 | Daily Business Review
Pandemic Looms Over Florida Bar's Virtual Leadership TransitionFollowing her installation as bar president, Dori Foster-Morales said her year-long term would be about "rebuilding, becoming stronger."
By Dylan Jackson
5 minute read
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