Michael Washburn

Michael Washburn, based in New York, covers the business of law firms, including areas such as compensation, governance, technology, expansion, corporate culture, and competition among firms.

January 28, 2019 | New York Law Journal

NY Vice Chairwoman of Covington & Burling Funds Practice Jumps to Mintz

New York-based Loretta Shaw-Lorello is taking her private equity practice to Mintz after more than a decade at Covington.

By Michael Washburn

3 minute read

January 25, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Butler Snow Moves for Arbitration in Lawsuit Over Ponzi Scheme

The firm, while publicly downplaying its connection to Ponzi schemer Arthur Lamar Adams, is trying to force a related lawsuit into arbitration.

By Michael Washburn

4 minute read

January 25, 2019 | The American Lawyer

Who's Winning the Private Equity Race? It's Complicated

Many firms make grandiose claims, but the reality is complex.

By Michael Washburn

7 minute read

January 18, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Phillips Nizer Adds Data Technology and Cybersecurity Practice Head in New York

Patrick Burke returns to private practice after overseeing New York State's cybersecurity and virtual currency regulations for much of the financial services sector.

By Michael Washburn

2 minute read