Jacob Polacheck
Jacob Polacheck covers law firms and business of law news in Atlanta and Georgia. He can be reached at [email protected] and on Twitter @JacobPolacheck
November 01, 2022 | The American Lawyer
#MeToo is 5 Years Old. This Is What Has (and Hasn't) Changed in Law FirmsSome attorneys still point to the difficulty of bringing allegations against rainmaking partners or other top leaders within firms.
By Patrick Smith | Jessie Yount | Jacob Polacheck
6 minute read
October 28, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Law Firm Leaders Converge in Atlanta, as Recession and Inflation Top List of ConcernsAt a conference, dozens of global law firm leaders met to discuss how to prepare for an economic downturn, inflationary pressures, remote work challenges and return-to-office issues, among other topics.
By Jacob Polacheck
3 minute read
October 28, 2022 | Daily Report Online
With 'More People Billing' and Sustained Demand, Swift Currie Projects Revenue UptickThe firm's leader remains confident about 2022 profits, despite increased costs from two office renovations and a constant battle to attract and retain top talent.
By Jacob Polacheck
4 minute read
October 25, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Townsend & Lockett Anticipates Higher Demand in 2023 After Busy 2022Part of the firm's success may arise from its use and flexibility with alternative fee arrangements.
By Jacob Polacheck
4 minute read
October 24, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Taylor English Expands Into Northern Virginia With Blockchain Health Care SpecialistMichael Ruggio arrived from Ice Miller earlier this month. He'll be working remotely at first, but the firm is looking for office space in the national capital region.
By Jacob Polacheck
2 minute read
October 21, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Taylor English Adds Atlanta Partners and Enters Nashville as Firm Eyes Other MarketsAfter entering both Charlotte and Nashville in the last month, firm chair Marc Taylor said the firm is looking at "three or four other markets."
By Jacob Polacheck
3 minute read
October 20, 2022 | Daily Report Online
More Atlanta Law Firms Commit to Mansfield CertificationDiversity Lab is hearing from a new legal department "almost every week" that says they prefer or require Mansfield-participating law firms for their legal matters, according to Lisa Kirby.
By Jacob Polacheck
3 minute read
October 19, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Alston & Bird Shines in M&A League Tables as Other Atlanta Firms Stay OutAlston moved up to No. 20 in the latest Refinitiv rankings for global completed deals.
By Jacob Polacheck
3 minute read
October 17, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Arnall Golden Keeps Up Real Estate Growth, Adding 3 LawyersThe additions are among the latest real estate lateral moves among Southeast firms, as the practice area stays hot in 2022.
By Jacob Polacheck
2 minute read
October 14, 2022 | Daily Report Online
Taylor English Partners With Atlanta Group to Offer Legal Expertise to Black EntrepreneursThrough the firm's work with the Russell Innovation Center, Taylor English lawyers will offer advice to more than 189 Black entrepreneurs, the firm said.
By Jacob Polacheck
3 minute read
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