July 15, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Paul Hastings Nabs Another Insurance Partner From SidleyBrad Drake said the lateral partners from Sidley are "in further discussions" with others there "about who else could be joining our group."
By Mimi Lamarre
2 minute read
July 12, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Big Law Opts for Smaller but New Space in NY, as Law Firm Leasing Activity Ticks UpCovington & Burling, which signed for a new office at Hudson Yards, and Willkie Farr & Gallagher, which renewed its headquarters space, are among the big leases lately in Manhattan.
By Mimi Lamarre
4 minute read
July 10, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Covington, Boies and Thompson Hine All Recruit Partners From US Attorney OfficesSome former prosecutors said they anticipate the government to pursue cases in national security matters, artificial intelligence, anti-corruption and financial fraud in the coming months.
By Mimi Lamarre
4 minute read
July 10, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Former Kasowitz Partner Claims Firm Withheld Compensation"After paying him generously during his unproductive year, the firm owes him nothing and we have parted ways," Kasowitz Benson said in response to Jay Deshmukh's claims in a Tuesday suit.
By Mimi Lamarre
3 minute read
July 09, 2024 | New York Law Journal
NYU Settles Antisemitism Suit, as Kasowitz Pushes Other Universities to 'Follow Their Lead'Marc Kasowitz is also representing student plaintiffs in other Title VI antisemitism cases against Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University.
By Mimi Lamarre
3 minute read
July 09, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Not Yet Nominated, Randy Mastro Obtains More Support From Leading LawyersThe mayor's office said it is "moving forward with Randy," even as the mayor has yet to officially nominate the King & Spalding partner for the corporation counsel role.
By Mimi Lamarre
3 minute read
July 09, 2024 | New York Law Journal
2 Midsized Law Firms Ink Merger Operating AgreementThe combined firm will be a "regional legal powerhouse," the firms said, and will be led by current Harris Beach CEO Chris Jagel.
By Mimi Lamarre
3 minute read
July 08, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Lockstep Compensation Isn't Just for the Most Elite Law Firms"There's no fighting over the origination or billing status," noted one midsize firm leader about lockstep pay.
By Mimi Lamarre
5 minute read
July 03, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Skadden, Wachtell and Goodwin Top First-Half M&A Tables, as Megadeals Rachet UpM&A deals valued at over $10 billion were up 70% from last year to $363.4 billion, while private equity-backed M&;A was up 36% to $369.5 billion.
By Mimi Lamarre
4 minute read
July 03, 2024 | New York Law Journal
'More Extensive' Vetting: How Law Firms Are Picking LateralsCandidates are now meeting around six to 10 attorneys at a firm, while in previous years they had to meet four or five, noted one recruiter.
By Mimi Lamarre
5 minute read
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