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
May 10, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Getting People Back in the Office Requires a Clear, Defined Message. Most Firms Don't Have One Yet.In order to avoid alienating or confusing attorneys and staff, firms need to consider their audience and tailor their messaging thoughtfully.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
May 07, 2021 | The American Lawyer
As Law Firms Look to Ease Strain, Some Hope Wellness Dollars Can HelpIt's Mental Health Awareness Month, and Big Law is continuing to offer programs and perks for lawyers and staff under the stress of a pandemic.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
May 05, 2021 | The American Lawyer
'Some Cost to Being So Visible': Brad Karp's Take on Public Reaction to Paul Weiss' Client WorkPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison found itself at the center of two big stories last week.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
May 03, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: $469B in M&A Activity Makes for the Biggest April Since 1980SPACs are still on the downswing, but not deals, including another seven in the billion-plus range this week.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
April 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Has the SPAC Spigot Finally Run Dry?The days of 20 or 30 new SPACs each week may be behind us. And that isn't necessarily a bad thing.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
April 29, 2021 | The American Lawyer
When Law Firm Offices Shut, Work-Life Boundaries Crumbled. Rebuilding Them Will Be Difficult.Three firm leaders all said they are examining the challenges of work-from-home burnout, a hybrid office model and how to handle individual situations. It hasn't been easy.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
April 26, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: A Baker's Dozen of $1B-Plus Deals Make for Another Strong Week in M&ASPACs have slowed, but good old-fashioned deal work has picked up as four deals north of $7 billion popped up in the last week.
By Patrick Smith
10 minute read
April 22, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Akin Gump Lands Former Schulte Investment Funds Attorney, Eyes More Growth in AsiaFirms chairperson Kim Koopersmith said the hiring of Brian Daly "further solidifies" the firm's standing as a leading global hedge fund practice.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
April 21, 2021 | The American Lawyer
'Binding' to Leading Clients, Paul Hastings Posts Double Digit PEP GrowthThe firm made a number of lateral hires in 2020, including several former practice leaders from other firms.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
April 21, 2021 | The American Lawyer
'Much More Needs to Be Done': Law Firms Reflect on Chauvin Guilty VerdictContinuing an ongoing trend of law firms weighing in on social and political issues, several firms have publicly made statements on the highly visible trial.
By Patrick Smith | Dylan Jackson
4 minute read
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