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 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: AT&T and Discovery Announce $43B Deal, A-Rod Buys T-Wolves, and Lots of IPOsThe year's largest deal so far was announced this week, and the record-setting number of IPOs keeps getting bigger.
By Patrick Smith
14 minute read
May 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Reports Say Covington Paid Settlement to Moonves Over Alleged Breach of ConfidentialityThe revelation comes on the heels of Moonves dropping his pursuit of a $120 million severance package from CBS.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
May 17, 2021 | The American Lawyer
When Strategizing Based on Peers, Many Law Firms Need a 'Sanity Check'Hope isn't a plan, but even a plan won't get firms where they aspire to be unless they can take hard truths and an outsider's perspective.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
May 13, 2021 | The American Lawyer
As Lawyers Prepare for Office Returns, This Day Care for Big Law's Children Is Back OpenThe Hope Street Facility in downtown Los Angeles is sponsored by Munger, Tolles & Olson, and is a go-to for lawyers at Latham & Watkins and Goodwin Procter as well.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
May 12, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Wellness Companies Saw Women's Spend Explode During the Pandemic. So Goodwin Procter Is Looking to Make ConnectionsGoodwin is housing various specialties under one roof for the first time, aiming to guide the expanding women's health and wellness market and help clients network with each other.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
May 11, 2021 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: SPAC Mergers, Energy Deals Power Another Strong Week as 2021 Sets IPO RecordEnergy sector activity continues, and more companies are going public.
By Patrick Smith
11 minute read
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
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