Jessie Yount

Jessie Yount is a reporter on ALM's business of law desk based in California, covering law firms and the intersection of law and technology. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @Jessie_Yount

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January 26, 2022 | The Recorder

Gunderson Grows Head Count 30% in 'Banner Year' Driven by Tech and Life Sciences Boom

"We're different by design and intentionality," M&A chair Andrew Luh said. "And our existence is proof that not everyone has to follow the same department store model to run a successful firm."

By Jessie Yount

7 minute read

January 25, 2022 | The Recorder

'A Culture That Gives You Your Evenings and Weekends': Why Some Associates Are Jumping to Midsize Firms

"We're attracting interest from more associates from Big Law on the front end," said Alicia Vaz, a partner at Cox, Castle & Nicholson.

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6 minute read

January 25, 2022 | The Recorder

Big Law Entertainment Lawyers Make Moves on the West Coast

Willkie Farr & Gallagher brought on a partner from Sheppard Mullin who has represented Spotify and Peloton. Sheppard Mullin and Manatt also made additions recently.

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3 minute read

January 24, 2022 | The Recorder

Sheppard Mullin Rolls Out Staff Special Bonuses—Again

"Our firm has always shared success with our staff—and indeed it takes our whole village to support 1.5 million billable hours on 34,000 legal matters," Sheppard Mullin COO Ted Tinson said.

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2 minute read

January 20, 2022 | The Recorder

Freshfields Launches 'The Returners' Recruitment Program, Starting in Silicon Valley

Last year, the firm added several rainmakers from elite U.S. firms. Now, it's looking to recruit lawyers who have spent some time away from the law.

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4 minute read

January 19, 2022 | The Recorder

Squire Lands Patent Litigator from Perkins Coie Amid High Demand for IP Talent

Squire's most recent hire is another sign that firms have been prioritizing IP expertise amid expectations that 2022 will be another historic year for dealmakers and lawyers in supporting practices such as IP.

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3 minute read

January 18, 2022 | Law.com

Environmental Practice Leaders Make Moves at Calif. Law Firms

Wilmer scooped up the co-chairs of Hanson Bridgett's environmental litigation practice, while Cox, Castle & Nicholson nabbed the West Coast leader of Paul Hastings' environmental and energy practice.

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4 minute read

January 18, 2022 | The Recorder

Following Partner Moves to Bigger Rivals, Munger Tolles Stands by Storied Strategy

"We will never look to recruit laterals for the sake of reporting growth," chair Brad Brian said. "We will always rigorously adhere to our signature recruiting strategy."

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6 minute read