Susan Beck
March 01, 2016 | Law.com
Amid Defections, Kirkland Extends Notice Period for Departing PartnersIn a move that appears aimed at deterring partner departures, Kirkland & Ellis is doubling the notice period that partners must give before they leave, from 60 to 120 days, according to former Kirkland partners.
By Susan Beck and Anna Ward
4 minute read
February 29, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Big SuitsVirnetX scores a big patent award against Apple, GM beats back an ignition switch case, and more.
By Susan Beck, Scott Flaherty, Jenna Greene, Mark Hamblett and Julie Triedman
7 minute read
February 29, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Giuliani's Political Comments Caused Tension at BracewellSome clients liked the former New York City mayor's widely reported jabs at President Obama. Others didn't.
By Susan Beck
4 minute read
February 29, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Four Generations, ExplainedWhy does that Generation Xer rub those millennials the wrong way? Why can't lawyers of various generations get along? We clear up those mysteries and more.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
February 23, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Health Care Stays Hot as Paul Hastings Practice Head Jumps to McDermottThe move marks the second departure from Paul Hastings' health care group this month as McDermott looks to beef up its offerings.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
February 22, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Squire Patton Boggs Inks Merger With California's Carroll BurdickThe deal with Carroll Burdick & McDonough gives Squire Patton a 55-lawyer boost in California, Germany and Asia.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
February 19, 2016 | The American Lawyer
The Am Law 100, the Early Numbers: Another Strong Year for Jenner & BlockThe firm saw its second straight year of double-digit revenue growth and a healthy rise in partner profits.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
February 18, 2016 | The American Lawyer
Polsinelli To Absorb Large IP Group From Novak DruceContinuing its systematic expansion, Polsinelli agreed to take in "the vast majority of lawyers and staff" from Houston-based IP boutique Novak Druce Connolly Bove & Quigg.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
February 18, 2016 | The American Lawyer
ABA Abandons Rocket Lawyer Venture Amid Attorney BacklashFacing strong opposition from state and local bar groups, the American Bar Association has quickly backed away from a pilot project aimed at helping small business owners find lawyers for a reasonable price.
By Susan Beck
6 minute read
February 17, 2016 | The American Lawyer
The Am Law 100, the Early Numbers: Sidley Partners Pass $2 Million MarkThe firm, which celebrates its sesquicentennial this year, posted across-the-board gains in revenue and profit.
By Susan Beck
3 minute read
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