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Samantha Stokes

Samantha Stokes

Samantha Stokes, based in New York, is a staff reporter at American Lawyer covering the business of law. You can reach her at [email protected] or on Twitter: @stokessamanthaj.

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June 26, 2020 | The American Lawyer

A Nonbinary Attorney's Journey: 'I Wanted to be Who I Am, Fully, With People I Work With.'

Rafael Langer-Osuna, of Squire Patton Boggs, said a large portion of Big Law is business development. "It's easier to develop strong relationships with people if you're comfortable being who you are," they said.

By Samantha Stokes

8 minute read

June 23, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Some Big Law Firms Are Waiting to Reopen Their New York Offices

While law firm offices in New York City are allowed to reopen, several firm leaders say they're taking a conservative approach, keeping their office doors closed this week. 

By Samantha Stokes | Patrick Smith

5 minute read

June 23, 2020 | National Law Journal

The NLJ 500: Where Are Women Winning?

Berry Appleman & Leiden claims the No. 1 spot on the Women in Law Scorecard again, as other firms earn dividends on their diversity investments.

By Samantha Stokes

9 minute read

June 16, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Are Bank Practices Finally Seeing a Rebound Amid the Pandemic Response?

"We're at a critical, unique juncture for the financial services industry itself," said Mark Chorazak, a Shearman partner.

By Samantha Stokes

5 minute read

June 16, 2020 | New York Law Journal

After COVID-19 Illness, NY Lawyer in Recovery, Planning Limited Return to Practice

Lawrence Garbuz is urging other lawyers to take care of their well-being. "We are all more tired than we realize," he said.

By Samantha Stokes

6 minute read

June 15, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Barnes & Thornburg Officially Launches in New York

Despite the pandemic, the firm felt confident moving forward with a new location in New York that now has 11 attorneys—and is expecting to expand further.

By Samantha Stokes

5 minute read

June 11, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Most Law Firms Are Condensing Summer Programs, Cutting Their Time in Half

Nearly two-thirds of NALP survey respondents said that they've pivoted to five- or six-week programs this year.

By Samantha Stokes

3 minute read

June 11, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

Bankruptcy Lawyer Joins Leadership at Cole Schotz Amid Shifting Market Demands

Warren Usatine is busy as his bankruptcy practice ramps up but is also mindful of the slow down in transactional and real estate.

By Samantha Stokes

4 minute read

June 08, 2020 | National Law Journal

Crowell Partner Joins Jenner to Co-Chair Government Contracts Group

As the economy begins to reopen, David Robbins said his practice's focus will shift to helping government contractors recover from stay-at-home orders and terminated contracts.

By Samantha Stokes

3 minute read

June 04, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Armstrong Teasdale Plants Newest Flag in Edwardsville, Ill.

The latest in a slew of office openings, Armstrong Teasdale's newest outpost is a mere 40 minutes' drive from the firm's St. Louis headquarters but will provide value for litigation clients active in the Southern District of Illinois.

By Samantha Stokes

3 minute read