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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October 05, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Dentons Takes Covington's Securities Enforcement Chair in New York

The former Covington leader said activity by the SEC, now led by Biden appointee Gary Gensler, is sure to bring more scrutiny to clients.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

September 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Top Leaders and Diverse Lawyers Carry the DEI Burden. This Program Looks to Spread the Work Around

"What makes or breaks an associate or partner's career is what happens at the practice group level," said Caren Ulrich Stacey, CEO of Diversity Lab.

By Dylan Jackson

4 minute read

September 27, 2021 | The American Lawyer

MoFo Takes Reed Smith Fintech Leaders as the Industry Booms

Morrison & Foerster is not the only law firm looking to take advantage of the fintech boom.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

September 27, 2021 | The American Lawyer

Kirkland & Ellis Brings on Ropes & Gray Private Equity Partner

Jon Ballis, chairman of Kirkland's executive committee, described new hire Laura Steinke as a "fast-rising star" in the private equity space.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

September 27, 2021 | The American Lawyer

After a Year Shut In, Summer Associates Relished In-Person Opportunities

Finally getting to be face-to-face with classmates and lawyers made all the difference, according to the 2021 Summer Associates Survey.

By Dylan Jackson

6 minute read

September 23, 2021 | Pro Mid Market

Who Got The Work: Geico Goes After Medical Fraud, Heavyweights Step In on $2 Billion Appeal

Midsize firms stepped in defense of a $2 billion IP appeal and on behalf of Geico as it goes after alleged medical fraudsters.

By Dylan Jackson

2 minute read

September 23, 2021 | Pro Mid Market

For Midsize Firms, The Mansfield Program Brings Community and Rigor

"It is one of those things where we had those processes, but what we weren't doing was measuring the outcomes in a disciplined way. That's where we saw the value, in that it gave us the structure," Drew Eckel managing partner Joseph Chancey said.

By Dylan Jackson

4 minute read

September 21, 2021 | The American Lawyer

LCLD to Require Law Firm and GC Members to Make Public, Measurable Diversity Pledges

The LCLD hopes that by making pledges on diversity public, the in-house departments and law firms that make up the organization will be better held accountable.

By Dylan Jackson

3 minute read