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.
December 21, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Gibson Dunn Launches Autonomous Vehicle Practice Group as More Firms Enter the Burgeoning FieldFederal legislation related to AVs has stalled, but new laws on the state level have prompted AV practice groups to spring up within Big Law.
By Michael Washburn
4 minute read
December 18, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Proskauer Advised Bain Capital Specialty Finance on $145.5 Million IPORegulatory changes may foster greater opportunities for lawyers in the BDC IPO space, lawyers say.
By Michael Washburn
4 minute read
December 14, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Sullivan & Cromwell, Wachtell Advise on Altria's Investment in Cannabis ProducerThe deal, involving one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, signals a shift in the acceptance of marijuana for both medicinal and non-medicinal purposes.
By Michael Washburn
3 minute read
December 12, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Greenberg Traurig Lobbyists Lead Battle for Amazon's Expansion in New York CityThe experienced advocates have been hired to help fight growing opposition to the retail giant's plans.
By Michael Washburn
3 minute read
December 12, 2018 | New York Law Journal
Amazon Hires Big Law Partners to Combat Opposition to NY HeadquartersEdward Wallace and Mark Weprin of Greenberg Traurig have been hired to help fight growing opposition to the retail giant's plans.
By Michael Washburn
3 minute read
December 11, 2018 | New York Law Journal
Freeborn & Peters Continues Its New York Expansion With New Partner HireThe mid-sized law firm has offices in Illinois, Florida, Virginia and New York.
By Michael Washburn
2 minute read
December 10, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Kirkland, Gibson Dunn, and Watchell Advise on $4.4B Travelport Worldwide AcquisitionM&A deal gives private equity players control of travel technology pioneer.
By Michael Washburn
3 minute read
December 07, 2018 | The American Lawyer
DLA Piper's Hiring Streak Continues With Baltimore Partner AdditionThe firm's latest hire follows high-level appointments in New York, California, and Virginia
By Michael Washburn
3 minute read
December 06, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Spread of Autonomous Vehicle Technology Fosters Opportunities for LawyersAVs could offer opportunities for law firms that have made the right investment. But so far, few seem ready.
By Michael Washburn
6 minute read
December 05, 2018 | New York Law Journal
Milbank Partner Jumps to Hogan Lovells in New YorkBefore joining Milbank in 2013, Stuart Morrissy spent 13 years at Weil, Gotshal & Manges.
By Michael Washburn
2 minute read
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