January 02, 2025 | Daily Report Online
Ogletree Deakins Elects Most New Shareholders in DecadesThe firm elevated 30 attorneys to shareholder after promoting 22 in 2024. Managing shareholder Liz Washko cited the "the number of highly qualified candidates" available for promotion.
By Thomas Spigolon
3 minute read
January 02, 2025 | Daily Report Online
Few Atlanta-Centric Law Firms Expected to Pay Associate Bonuses at Market Scale“In return, associates in these locations get better work-life balance and an arguably easier path to partnership," said an Atlanta-based recruiter.
By Thomas Spigolon
5 minute read
January 02, 2025 | Daily Report Online
Experts Not Foreseeing More Rules Governing Prosecutors' Actions After Georgia Court's Removal of DA From Election CaseOne law professor says state legislation regulating DA's use of contract attorneys is a better way to address issues the defendants raised in a case involving President-elect Donald Trump.
By Thomas Spigolon
8 minute read
December 31, 2024 | Daily Report Online
On the Move: Freeman Mathis & Gary Promotes 16 to Partner, Expands to DenverJones Day promotes two Atlanta lawyers to partner; Nelson Mullins lawyer joins a board that recommends new judges.
By Thomas Spigolon
5 minute read
December 27, 2024 | Daily Report Online
Many Southeast Law Firms Planned New, Smaller Offices in 2024Law firms sought upgraded spaces and more amenities in locations in and outside the region.
By Thomas Spigolon
6 minute read
December 26, 2024 | Daily Report Online
Georgia Supreme Court Honoring Troutman Pepper Partner, Former Chief JusticeHarold Melton served 16 years on the bench of state's highest court.
By Thomas Spigolon
2 minute read
December 26, 2024 | Daily Report Online
Alston & Bird Matches Market Rate for Associate BonusesAlston & Bird is the latest law firm to match the market rate for associate bonuses.
By Thomas Spigolon
2 minute read
December 23, 2024 | Daily Report Online
Most New Eversheds Sutherland US Partners Are in AtlantaGlobal firm elects 10 new U.S. partners in three cities and six practice areas.
By Thomas Spigolon
3 minute read
December 20, 2024 | Daily Report Online
Husch Blackwell, Foley Among Law Firms Opening Southeast Offices This YearSoutheast-founded firms also expanded into Texas, Chicago and New York.
By Thomas Spigolon
9 minute read
December 20, 2024 | Daily Report Online
On the Move: Hunton Andrews Kurth Practice Leader Named Charlotte Managing PartnerMeanwhile, Polsinelli added managed care litigation expertise to its team in Nashville.
By Thomas Spigolon
6 minute read