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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April 02, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Your Clients Need Attention. But So Do the Kids

Transitioning to remote work has rattled the entire legal industry, but lawyers with kids, especially women, are facing even more challenges.

By Samantha Stokes

6 minute read

April 01, 2020 | National Law Journal

McGuireWoods Picks up Environmental Trio From Hunton Andrews Kurth

Partners Makram Jaber, Allison Wood and Aaron Flynn bring a range of experience in high-stakes environmental regulatory matters.

By Samantha Stokes

3 minute read

April 01, 2020 | The American Lawyer

With Restructuring Lawyers in Demand, Akin Gump Partner Hops to Stroock

In a suddenly uncertain lateral market, expect bankruptcy and restructuring practices to stand out.

By Samantha Stokes

4 minute read

March 30, 2020 | National Law Journal

Hogan Lovells Taps White House Trade Adviser for DC Office

New partner Kelly Ann Shaw brings nearly a decade of government experience to the firm's international trade and investment and government relations practices.

By Samantha Stokes

3 minute read

March 30, 2020 | The American Lawyer

As Coronavirus Ravages the Economy, Bankruptcy Attorneys Prepare for the Flood

Big Law has been anticipating an uptick in bankruptcy and restructuring work. Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be coming sooner than expected.

By Samantha Stokes

6 minute read

March 24, 2020 | National Law Journal

Winston & Strawn Adds Health Care Trio in DC as Clients Clamor for Guidance

The last two weeks have been "completely insane" as clients attempt to determine their needs, according to David Dahlquist, co-chair of Winston & Strawn's health care and life sciences industry group.

By Samantha Stokes

5 minute read

March 19, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Katten Sees Revenue Climb Despite 'Sluggish' Start and Partner Exits

Katten Muchin Rosenman chair Roger Furey said the firm bounced back from a slow start to 2019 to achieve a strong finish.

By Samantha Stokes

5 minute read

March 18, 2020 | The American Lawyer

Homebound by Coronavirus, Lawyer-Parents Bear Extra Burden

For mothers in particular, the demands of remote working can be intense, and the coming weeks will hold lessons for law firms that go beyond the current crisis.

By Samantha Stokes

5 minute read