Patrick Smith
Patrick Smith, based in New York, covers the business of law, including the ways law firms compete for clients and talent, M&A and corporate work, leadership and marketing innovation. Reach him at [email protected] or on Twitter at @nycpatrickd
June 28, 2024 | Law.com
Holwell Shuster & Goldberg Partners Secure $81 Million Verdict Against Boeing in Trade Secret DisputeIn this week's Legal Speak episode, Holwell Shuster & Goldberg attorneys Scott Danner and Vincent Levy open up about their prevailing trial strategy that helped plaintiffs counsel secure an $81.3 million jury verdict in Washington on behalf of aircraft startup Zunum Aero Inc. in an underlying trade secret dispute with aerospace giant Boeing.
By Cedra Mayfield | Patrick Smith
1 minute read
June 27, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Skadden's New York Head of Tax Practice Decamps for FreshfieldsSteven Matays is the latest transactional hire at Freshfields, as the U.K.-founded firm pushes to gain market share in the U.S.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
June 27, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Sullivan & Cromwell Resists 'Radical' Partnership, Compensation ChangesLeaders of the Wall Street giant detail how they believe their approach to running a law firm—one that is increasingly unique among Big Law elite—is the best path forward for generational success.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
June 24, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Big Law and Big Sports: More Money, Law Firms and Work"The issues have become far more complex, the stakes far more significant, and the players far more global and institutional," noted Paul Weiss chair Brad Karp.
By Patrick Smith
9 minute read
June 21, 2024 | Law.com
Holland & Knight Partners Discuss Their Ascent to Leadership Roles and What It Took to Get ThereTiffani Lee and Kwamina Williford, both of whom hold positions of leadership at Holland & Knight, on the unique challenges they overcame and the guidance necessary to get there.
By Patrick Smith
1 minute read
June 18, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Deal Watch: Antitrust Enforcement Docket Looms Over M&A and DealmakersHaving the right antitrust attorneys in place for merger clearance is increasingly important for law firms and clients.
By Patrick Smith
8 minute read
June 17, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Milbank Lands Chief Trial Counsel at FTC, Amid Growth in Antitrust and Regulatory Practices"Over the past few years, we have really had incredible growth in the [antitrust and regulatory] practice. Strategically, James [Weingarten] fits in as a first chair. And we do a lot of deal work and M&A, and James helps in those areas as well," noted Milbank's Fiona Schaeffer.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
June 14, 2024 | Law.com
Finding Your Voice: Two Prominent Litigators Discuss the Importance of Vocal Power and How It Isn't All in the GenesMorrison & Forester's James Brosnahan and Latham & Watkins' Sean Berkowitz discuss how they use their voices as effective professional tools and how, yes, you likely can too.
By Patrick Smith | Cedra Mayfield | Ross Todd
2 minute read
June 13, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Law Firms Swap CMOs, as Davis Polk, McGuireWoods and Holland & Hart Ink New Marketing LeadersEstablished business professionals are in demand in Big Law, as two of the three recent chief marketing officer hires held the same job at other shops.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
June 12, 2024 | The American Lawyer
Skadden Hires First Chief People Officer as More Law Firms Take Holistic Approach to TalentAnnemarie Crouch "will lead all aspects of the firm's people strategy for lawyers and business professionals," Skadden said.
By Patrick Smith
3 minute read
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