Jacob Polacheck

Jacob Polacheck covers law firms and business of law news in Atlanta and Georgia. He can be reached at [email protected] and on Twitter @JacobPolacheck

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January 19, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Davies Hothem Adds New Partner—and Other 'On the Move' News

Greenberg Traurig and Baker Donelson have new attorney hires in Atlanta.

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4 minute read

January 19, 2023 | Daily Report Online

As Big Law Competition Grows in the Region, Womble Names NC Office Leaders

Law firms in larger markets are "really aggressively pursuing our associates and offering them really attractive compensation packages," said Womble office leader John Morrow, but adding, "We're seeing that change. That's moderated quite a bit."

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3 minute read

January 13, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Morris Manning & Martin Launches White-Collar Defense Practice Led by Former SEC Counsel

Matthew Alexander, who joined the firm earlier this month after serving as counsel in the SEC's Division of Enforcement, is the firm's first member of the firm's white-collar practice.

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3 minute read

January 12, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Law Firm Office Policies Evolve, as Firms Get Creative and Flexible

Atlanta law firms are taking a variety of approaches, from attendance requirements and strongly encouraging lawyers to work in the office, to being flexible with remote days.

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3 minute read

January 11, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Atlanta Office Growth Outlined as 'Key Goal' for Ballard Spahr

"We could be poised to add several groups of lawyers, potentially, if the right opportunities come along," said Richard Miller, the new Atlanta office leader at Ballard Spahr.

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3 minute read

January 11, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Alston and Kilpatrick Take Lawyers From One Another

Just days apart, the rival Atlanta law firms announced new finance and financial regulatory partner hires coming from the other firm.

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3 minute read

January 06, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Taylor English Consulting Group Exits for Freeman Mathis

After a seven-person departure, Taylor English's plans for its consulting group are not publicly clear. The group represents companies in government strategies and lobbying.

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