Meredith Hobbs

Meredith Hobbs writes about the Atlanta legal community and the business of law. Contact her at [email protected] or 404.419.2837. On Twitter: @MeredithHobbs.

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March 19, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Law Firms Are Planning Major Office Changes for Post-Pandemic Era

Firms are making decisions based on remote work preferences and office staffing needs, as shrinking the office footprint can mean big savings in the long run.

By Meredith Hobbs

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March 17, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Nelson Mullins Hires Four From Baker Donelson to Launch Data Breach Response Team

Gina Greenwood and Brad Moody, who will co-head Nelson Mullins' new dedicated data breach response team, previously co-chaired a similar group at Baker Donelson.

By Meredith Hobbs

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March 17, 2021 | Daily Report Online

After Taking PPP Loan, Smith Gambrell Posted $1M in PEP, Avoided Layoffs

Firm chairman Stephen Forte said the $5.47 million loan did not factor into revenue and profits because it hasn't been forgiven yet.

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March 16, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Virtual Judicial Internships for Law Students Coming Back This Summer

"We're hoping it becomes an ongoing program," said organizer Ana Maria Martinez, adding the program received great feedback from many of last year's participating judges.

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March 15, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Kilpatrick Townsend Rides Client Demand to Revenue, Profit Jumps

The Atlanta-based firm expanded its work for clients in tech, life sciences and private equity, the firm's chairman said.

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March 12, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Associate Hiring Has Revved Up After Last Year's Freeze

Recruiters are seeing an uptick in associate candidate requests, ranging from Am Law 50 firms to boutiques.

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7 minute read

March 11, 2021 | Daily Report Online

McDermott Expands Atlanta Office—and Other 'On the Move' News

McDermott added restructuring partner Dan Simon from DLA Piper, after opening an Atlanta office last spring with a trio of M&A partners from DLA Piper.

By Meredith Hobbs

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March 10, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Ogletree, Balch Hire New D&I Officers as Firms Step Up Diversity Efforts

"There is a war for great talent right now, specifically Black talent," in law firms and other organizations, said Ogletree's new D&I officer Lia Dorsey. The position is not new at Ogletree, but for many firms it is.

By Meredith Hobbs

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