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 09, 2024 | Law.com
Fighting an Employee: Here's When Brian Sutherland Says Employers Should Throw in the TowelIn this week's Legal Speak episode, Brian J. Sutherland of Beal, Sutherland, Berlin & Brown outlines his top litigation considerations for employers faced with discrimination claims.
By Cedra Mayfield | Patrick Smith
1 minute read
August 08, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Milbank Rolls Out Summer Bonuses for Associates, CounselFirst-year associates will earn an extra $6,000, while the firm's most senior associates as well as special counsel will earn an additional $25,000.
By Patrick Smith
2 minute read
August 08, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Paul Weiss Lands Skadden Co-Head of Financial Institutions Group in Two-Attorney MoveDavid Hepp and Matthew Collin arrive with strategic M&A expertise as well as the potential of a high-profile client roster.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
August 05, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: How Latham Got the Work Behind the Largest IPO of 2024In something of a departure from Latham's traditional IPO work, the firm ushered Lineage through the full process of funding the company, scaling it, making acquisitions and, now, a public offering.
By Patrick Smith
12 minute read
August 05, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Goodwin Lures Kirkland Employment PartnerThe move is the latest sign of a continuing talent battle between the two law firms, after Kirkland lured nine investment funds lawyers from Goodwin earlier this year.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
August 02, 2024 | Law.com
'Vision': How Judge David Tatel Mastered Blindness and JusticeIn this week's Legal Speak episode, retired D.C. Circuit Judge David Tatel discusses how his memoir, "Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice," weaves narratives about his legal career and deteriorating vision.
By Cedra Mayfield | Patrick Smith | Ross Todd
1 minute read
August 02, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Sidley Hires Joint CMOs as Role Continues Expansion in Big Law"The legal landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and the needs of our clients continue to expand in both scale and complexity," noted Yvette Ostolaza, Sidley's management committee chair.
By Patrick Smith
5 minute read
August 01, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Paul Hastings Lures Arnold & Porter's Environmental Practice ChairBrian Israel joins as co-chair of Paul Hastings' environmental litigation practice.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
July 31, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Parachutes Not Necessary: White & Case Sees All Global Regulatory and White Collar Work as a Home GameThe firm is betting that hiring locally in foreign offices for white-collar and regulatory work can add political, social and economic context to its clients' matters. But of course, the model has risks.
By Patrick Smith
7 minute read
July 29, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Davis Polk Lands Investment Management Partner From Simpson ThacherDavis Polk managing partner Neil Barr said the firm is "planning a material growth initiative" in the firm's asset management platform.
By Patrick Smith
2 minute read
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