Scott Flaherty
Scott Flaherty, based in New York, covers the business of law with a focus on legal ethics, lawyer misconduct, conflicts-of-interest and litigation involving law firms. He can be reached at [email protected]. On Twitter: @sflaherty18
September 24, 2018 | The American Lawyer
It's Open Season for International Interest in South AfricaEconomic changes in post-apartheid South Africa have attracted international attention, putting pressure on local firms.
By Scott Flaherty
4 minute read
September 20, 2018 | The American Lawyer
ABA Guidance Details Obligations After Hurricanes, Other DisastersThe bar association's standing committee on ethics and professional responsibility published a formal ethics opinion related to disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding and fires, reminding lawyers of their specific ethical obligations when severe weather hits.
By Scott Flaherty
5 minute read
September 19, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Labaton's Whistleblower Group Lands Former Top SEC LawyerRichard Levine, an associate general counsel for legal policy at the Securities and Exchange Commission, has joined Labaton Sucharow as a partner.
By Scott Flaherty
5 minute read
September 18, 2018 | The American Lawyer
What's in a Name? Mintz Becomes Latest Big Firm to RebrandWith its rebranding effort, Mintz has joined a growing group of law firms that have slimmed down their names for marketing purposes.
By Scott Flaherty
3 minute read
September 14, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Madoff-Related Fees Top $1B for Baker & HostetlerAs the trustee, Irving Picard, and his team have recovered billions for Madoff's victims over the past decade, Baker & Hostetler has benefited from a steady stream of income.
By Scott Flaherty
4 minute read
September 13, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Nashville-Based Transactions Lawyer Takes Reins at Bradley ArantBradley Arant Boult Cummings has selected a new leader: Nashville-based Jonathan Skeeters, a transactional lawyer who will now guide the Am Law 200 firm's direction.
By Scott Flaherty
3 minute read
September 13, 2018 | Law.com
Hurricane Florence's Arrival Shuts Down Carolina CourtsState and federal courts in the Carolinas, as well as law schools, have suspended their operations as the storm begins to throttle the area with heavy rains and high winds.
By Scott Flaherty
4 minute read
September 12, 2018 | Law.com
With Florence Approaching, Attorneys in the Carolinas Try to Work Through the Weather“Until the rains and winds start, I'm accepting work. I've got to make money,” said one attorney in the region.
By Phillip Bantz | Scott Flaherty
4 minute read
September 11, 2018 | The American Lawyer
New York Bankruptcy Lateral Bonanza Continues With Hogan Lovells HireHogan Lovells has added Douglas Taber, a former GE Capital in-house lawyer, to its bankruptcy and restructuring practice. The hire is just the latest lateral activity among large-firm restructuring practices in New York.
By Scott Flaherty
4 minute read
September 07, 2018 | The American Lawyer
Fewer Legal Jobs for Second Consecutive Month as US Economy Continues Growth StreakThe U.S. government's jobs report for August showed a decline in legal services employment for the second straight month.
By Scott Flaherty
3 minute read
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