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December 05, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Law Firms Are In a Strong Spot, But Their Continued 'Growth Mindset' Comes With Challenges

An "aggressive" lateral market as well as expense pressure and partner integration will challenge firms in 2025, even as they are looking to build on an already strong position.
5 minute read
December 04, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Former Russian Official Alleges Fraud in Miami Real Estate Dispute Over Trump Palace Condo

Igor Zorin, a former Russian government official, and Trump Palace 5507, represented by David E. Wolff with Wolff Law, filed a suit in Miami Dade Circuit against Svyatoslav Mangushev, a real estate investor with ties to Russian intelligence forces.
2 minute read
December 04, 2024 | National Law Journal

Trump Nominates Paul Atkins as SEC Chair

Paul Atkins is the chief executive of Patomak Global Partners, a financial services consultancy in Washington, D.C., and New York.
4 minute read
December 04, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Freeman Mathis & Gary Taps Orlando for Third New Florida Office This Year

The new office, the firm's fourth in the Sunshine State, is debuting with six attorneys from Orlando boutique Beytin, McLaughlin, McLaughlin, O’Hara & Bocchino.
3 minute read
December 04, 2024 | The American Lawyer

'This Trend Isn't Over': Law Firm Partner De-Equitizations Expected to Continue

Multiple Am Law 100 firms, as well as midsize and regional law firms, have de-equitized partners in recent months. More are likely to follow suit.
4 minute read
December 04, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Are Associate Sign-On Bonuses Back? Not Just Yet, Recruiters Say

Mid- and senior-level associates are getting bonuses in isolated instances, but an expected M&A boom in 2025 could popularize sign-on bonuses once again. 
3 minute read
December 03, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Carlton Fields Represents Miss America CEO in $500 Million Suit Alleging Bankruptcy Fraud

The complaint alleges that Glenn Straub engaged in a calculated campaign of threats and predatory behavior against Miss America and its CEO, Robin Fleming, aiming to undermine the organization and illegally filing bankruptcy on behalf of the company.
4 minute read
December 03, 2024 | The American Lawyer

Missing Out on Tens of Thousands of Views, Big Law Balks at TikTok

One Am Law 100 firm's most viewed video, coming in with about 27,000 views, is about whether attorneys should place one or two spaces after a period. A Second Hundred firm scored with its day-in-the-life profiles, which follow associates' daily schedules.
7 minute read
December 02, 2024 | National Law Journal

2 Federal Judges Rescind Senior Status After Trump Win. Might More Follow?

Currently, seven district and appellate judges have conditioned their retirements on the confirmation of a successor. Those judges have the authority to reverse their decision.
5 minute read
December 02, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Japan Highlights Burr & Forman Director's 'Body Of Work' With Highest Honor

Greg Canfield, who joined the firm as managing director of economic development in January, is being recognized for promoting cultural and economic ties between the U.S. and Japan.
4 minute read

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