Patrick Smith

Patrick Smith, based in New York, covers the business of law, including the ways law firms compete for clients and talent, M&A and corporate work, leadership and marketing innovation. Reach him at [email protected] or on Twitter at @nycpatrickd

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November 09, 2020 | The American Lawyer

What a Biden Administration Means for Big Law

Change in Washington tends to create legal work. But which areas stand to benefit the most?

By Patrick Smith

5 minute read

November 06, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Hire Up: Cozen Keeps Laterals Coming, Non-Election Action in DC

A slower week for laterals, there was still some non-election related news coming out of D.C. and a couple of higher-profile hires by litigation funder Validity.

By Patrick Smith

6 minute read

November 02, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Katten Parts Ways With Attorneys, Brings Back Some Furloughed Staff

Citing future planning as the main driver, the firm will separate from some of its furloughed staff and an undisclosed number of attorneys.

By Patrick Smith

4 minute read

November 02, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Brownstein Adds Blue Dog Dem Pryor From Venable to Growing AG Practice

The former attorney general and senator from Arkansas is known for his ability to reach across the aisle. Bipartisan Brownstein is counting on it.

By Patrick Smith

4 minute read

October 30, 2020 | The American Lawyer

M&A Dealmakers Concerned About Stimulus and Vaccine Impact—Not Just Election Results

M&A lawyers weigh in on how the 2020 election results may impact deal flow. But the election is just one concern for future deal activity, according to a new survey.

By Patrick Smith

5 minute read

October 30, 2020 | The Recorder

Mintz Ramps Up West Coast Real Estate Practice With 3 New Members in LA

The firm has now added 19 partners in 2020 and is looking to continue strategic growth.

By Patrick Smith

4 minute read

October 29, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Hogan, Pillsbury, Debevoise Push $10B Semiconductor Deal as Consolidation Continues

The third $10 billion-plus deal of the last month, and second this week, shows there are big happenings around those little chips.

By Patrick Smith

3 minute read

October 29, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Business Development Professionals Study Shows Widening Gender Pay Gap, Lack of Clarity on Promotional Paths

The survey, conducted last in 2018, reveals some serious concerns about gender bias, budgets and compensation for those charged with enabling firms to get new clients.

By Patrick Smith

6 minute read