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.
February 16, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Productivity, Profitability Decline in 2022, While Expenses Outpace Revenue GrowthIn Citi Global Wealth at Work Law Firm Group's survey of full-year 2022 financials, a clearer picture emerges of the impact economic shifts had on firms last year. The fourth quarter brought some tough news in some respects and softened the blow of other factors seen earlier in the year.
By Gloria Gomez-O'Rourke and Gretta Rusanow
7 minute read
January 26, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Before Layoffs, Look to CollectionsAdvisers at Lotis Blue Consulting and Estrada Consulting share a series of tips on how firms can get more out of their collections process—possibly avoiding layoffs as a result.
By Mark Masson, Jay Russell and Ed Estrada
9 minute read
January 24, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Reed Smith Global Managing Partner to Leave Firm for CLO RoleCasey Ryan, a veteran of the firm and its senior management, has been named as Thomas' successor.
By Gina Passarella Cipriani | Dan Packel
5 minute read
January 12, 2023 | Law.com
The Work Considered Worth "Fleeing to Quality" For Is ShrinkingWhile clients will likely rationalize legal spend with lower-cost providers in down times, that hasn't always come to fruition. But there is evidence to suggest it may already be happening this economic cycle.
By Gina Passarella Cipriani
5 minute read
November 30, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Deal Firms to Watch: Honorable Mentions for Law Firm Corporate Practice of the YearThese firms put on an impressive showing in the deal space, earning honorable mentions alongside our winner and finalists.
By Gina Passarella Cipriani
4 minute read
November 17, 2022 | Law.com
The Client Work Law Firms Can't Figure Out How to MonetizeClient needs are evolving into something beyond matter-by-matter advice, and law firms haven't quite figured out how to work that into their offering.
By Gina Passarella Cipriani
8 minute read
November 17, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Repurposing of Associates During a Slowdown: Pros, Cons and Unintended ConsequencesAs law firms consider moving associates to busier practice areas rather than facing layoffs, they should consider some less obvious impacts to both the associates and the partners who take them on.
By Dan Binstock and Erin Sears
6 minute read
November 17, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Demand Dip, Profit Squeeze Put Pressure on Year-End CollectionsCiti Private Bank's look at 9-month results shows a decline in demand coupled with expense growth is causing some firms to look for progress payments or sell receivables.
By Gloria Gomez-O'Rourke & Gretta Rusanow
7 minute read
November 08, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Meet The American Lawyer's Attorney of the Year FinalistsThe winner will be announced Nov. 10 at The American Lawyer Industry Awards in New York City.
By ALM Staff
13 minute read
October 26, 2022 | Global Leaders in Law
A New Dynamic for Legal in Assessing and Mitigating RiskTo gather more understanding around what legal departments are doing to help their companies mitigate risk, how outside providers can aid in that endeavor and find opportunities within geopolitical disruption, we gathered insight and data from GLL and GLL Adviser members on how they are preparing for uncertainty and thriving amid a time of growing global complexity.
By Gina Passarella Cipriani | Heather Nevitt
17 minute read
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