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
August 28, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Shook Goes Straight to Video in New Social Media CampaignTired of reading law firm client alerts and white papers? Shook, Hardy & Bacon hopes you'll watch them instead.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
August 28, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Katten Jumps on Rebranding Bandwagon With New Image, WebsiteIn promoting a shorter name and refreshing other marketing elements, Katten is the latest big firm to bet on a rebranding effort to get clients' attention.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
August 23, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: Paul Weiss, Sullivan Cromwell, Linklaters Lead Bayer/Elanco DealA bevy of Am Law 200 firms advised on the latest big deals: Elanco bought the animal health division of Bayer AG, VMWare makes two acquisitions, Hasbro buys up eOne and Simply Food gets nutritious.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
August 22, 2019 | The Legal Intelligencer
Weber Gallagher Adds 3 From Post & Schell in PittsburghFour Pittsburgh lawyers and one New York attorney add to the growing midsize Philadelphia firm.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
August 21, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Goodwin Creates New Client Development Role, Hiring From Allen & OveryGoodwin has created a new C-level position to work on client relationships, the LMA announces its 2020 board, the Verrill-Dana firm has a new brand and Bernstein has a new CMO.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
August 19, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: Simpson Thacher Client BlackRock Dives Into Private Equity With Fund DealA roundup of the some of the largest deals this past week. BlackRock invests in Authentic Brands, SalesForce continues to buy companies and the Saudi Arabian Oil Co. could be prepping for an IPO.
By Patrick Smith
7 minute read
August 15, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Baseball's 'Pitching Ninja' on Big Law, Spotting Talent and Why the Billable Hour Is for SuckersOver the years, Rob Friedman moved away from the law and closer to baseball.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
August 14, 2019 | The American Lawyer
Skadden, Simpson Thacher Advise on Long-Awaited WeWork IPOThe shared workspace giant reported a loss of $1.62 billion between 2016 and 2018 as part of the filing.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
August 13, 2019 | The American Lawyer
CBS, Viacom Tap Quartet of Wall Street Firms for Blockbuster ReunionPaul Weiss, Cravath, Shearman and Cleary all landed roles on the long-anticipated deal.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
August 12, 2019 | The American Lawyer
NY Hire Caps Eight-State Expansion for 'Hybrid' Law FirmAfter adding its first partner in the Northeast this week, Atlanta-based Taylor English Duma says it's finding success with its quasi-virtual firm model.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
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