Gina Passarella Cipriani

Gina Passarella is editor-in-chief of Global Legal Brands at ALM, including oversight of The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, Law.com International, Legaltech News, The National Law Journal and China Law & Practice. She also works closely on Law.com Pro and GLL Advisers. Gina's coverage focuses on the business of law, client relationships, law firm strategy and the future direction of the profession. She also has a particular focus on mental health in the legal profession.

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August 01, 2018 | Corporate Counsel

For Managing Partners, a Move In-House Isn't Always Easy

Law firm managing partners who have become general counsel say the transition is more challenging than it may appear.

By Stephanie Forshee and Ben Seal

1 minute read

July 19, 2018 | The American Lawyer

10 Critical Challenges in Negotiating a Successful Law Firm Merger

There are common, but not commonly understood, problems that keep mergers from benefiting everyone involved.

By Blane R. Prescott

3 minute read

July 11, 2018 | The American Lawyer

The Business Development Dilemma: Do Firms Get What They Pay For?

Are firms hiring the right talent and creating the right roles to really drive business development?

By Joe Calve

8 minute read

July 09, 2018 | The American Lawyer

Stagnant Progress on Law Firm Diversity Can't Continue

The American Lawyer's Young Lawyer Editorial Board calls for new ways of thinking to make meaningful change when it comes to diversity.

By The Young Lawyer Editorial Board

11 minute read

June 25, 2018 | The American Lawyer

Citi Hires Co-Founder of Wells Fargo's Law Firm Banking Group

Jeff Grossman is returning to Citi after 14 years at Wells Fargo. He will focus on growing Citi's presence in the Southeast, Washington, D.C., and with smaller firms.

By Gina Passarella Cipriani

1 minute read

June 22, 2018 | Law.com

Associate Starting Salaries: The Week the Firewall Failed?

Ill-conceived moves by four firms jeopardize Middle Law's long-term health.

By Hugh A. Simons

1 minute read

June 22, 2018 | The American Lawyer

When Should a Firm Leader Leave? Tips on Timing and Planning the Exit

Ask yourself am I really hungry to do another term? Can I really take this firm to the next level? Do I have the energy, drive and fresh thinking to successfully lead for another term?

By Brad Hildebrandt and Tony Williams

2 minute read

June 20, 2018 | The American Lawyer

Outwit, Outplay, Outlast: A Post-Recession View of the Survivors

A decade later, we revisit the 2008 Am Law 200 for a look at how the Big Law game has changed. Spoiler alert: it's gotten much tougher to be a managing partner.

By Jae Um

15 minute read