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.
April 24, 2020 | The American Lawyer
The Coronavirus Will Change the Legal Industry's Approach to Remote Work—But How?Some hope the strain of juggling bosses, clients, Zoom meetings and family will at least lead to positive changes when the current emergency comes to an end.
By Samantha Stokes
5 minute read
April 23, 2020 | The American Lawyer
As States Move to Reopen, Law Firms Exercise CautionEven though most are deemed "essential services," law firms are in no rush to reflood their offices with lawyers and staff.
By Samantha Stokes | Patrick Smith
6 minute read
April 23, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Pushing Forward on Strategy, Weber Gallagher Grows Exec Team With New CMO and CFOWhile many law firms are reevaluating their staffing levels, Weber Gallagher has hired two new C-suite professionals.
By Samantha Stokes
4 minute read
April 15, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Ravaged by Coronavirus Economy, Debt-Saddled Companies Turn to KirklandFrom retailers to energy companies, struggling businesses are turning to the bankruptcy giant to explore restructuring options.
By Samantha Stokes
4 minute read
April 15, 2020 | National Law Journal
Wilmer Grows Profits Per Partner, Revenue Per Lawyer as Head Count DipsThe firm's profits per partner have doubled over the last decade, while head count continued a gradual slide last year.
By Samantha Stokes
4 minute read
April 14, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer
Faegre Drinker White-Collar Co-Leader Leaves for Duane MorrisOn the heels of Drinker Biddle & Reath's merger with Faegre Baker Daniels, SEC vet Mary Hansen has moved her white-collar and investigations practice to another Philadelphia firm.
By Samantha Stokes
4 minute read
April 13, 2020 | The Recorder
Sheppard Mullin Furloughs 33 Staff MembersThe firm said it expected the employees, who cannot perform their duties remotely, to return to work in 60 to 90 days and they will not experience reduced compensation thanks to a bridge fund established by partners and senior management.
By Samantha Stokes
2 minute read
April 10, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Quinn Emanuel's Steven Edwards, Coronavirus Victim, Combined Litigation Prowess With Character and Kindness"The most important thing about Steve is that no one didn't like Steve," said Quinn Emanuel presiding partner Peter Calamari.
By Samantha Stokes
4 minute read
April 09, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Nixon Peabody Keeps Mum on Reported Lawyer and Staff LayoffsThe Massachusetts firm, whose head count and revenue dipped in 2019, has taken some of the most drastic cost-saving measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
By Samantha Stokes
2 minute read
April 08, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal
Bracing for Turbulence, Lowenstein Sandler Holds Back Some Partner PayDespite the move, the firm's executive board said it was "pleased" with the current level of client activity during the coronavirus pandemic.
By Samantha Stokes
2 minute read
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