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New York Law Journal

Attorneys 'On the Move': Hinshaw Adds Financial Services Litigator; SEC Enforcement Attorney Joins Davis Wright

And other announcements of recent hirings and promotions of New York attorneys.
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

Compensation, Work-Life Balance Among Top Drivers of Associate Satisfaction

Opportunities for career advancement and flexible attendance policies were also among the biggest determinants of associate retention, a new report from the NALP Foundation found.
3 minute read

International Edition

Ex-Clifford Chance Lawyer Acquitted Over Insider Trading Charges

The former Clifford Chance lawyer had been on trial at Southwark Crown Court, after being charged by the FCA with six offences of insider dealing and three offences of fraud by false representation.
2 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Federal Judge Allows Ackerman to Withdraw Representation After 'Communication Breakdown' With Client

"Movant has represented that Novella, plaintiff's principal, has been unwilling to comply with plaintiff's discovery obligations despite movant's requests that he do so," U.S. Magistrate Judge Jessica S. Allen said.
4 minute read

Pro Mid Market

Midsize Moves: Balch & Bingham Hires Williams Mullen Partner, Neal Gerber Adds Robbins DiMonte Partner

Balch & Bingham announced that the firm has welcomed Liz Williamson as a partner in the environmental and natural resources practice in the Washington, D.C., office; Neal Gerber Eisenberg announced the addition of Jonathan Ksiazek as a partner in the labor and employment practice group
2 minute read

The American Lawyer

Bridging the Divide in Hybrid Work Models: Adapting the Apprenticeship Model and Shifting Measurement Focus

The legal sector, traditionally reliant on apprenticeship models for training and development, faces unique challenges adapting to hybrid work environments.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

'You Need Specific Examples': What Employers Can Learn from Davis Polk Retaliation Verdict

More than a dozen current and former Davis Polk partners testified in the course of the trial, along with several current and former professional development staff members. That level of detail gave weight to the defense.
3 minute read

The American Lawyer

Goodwin, Citing Performance Reviews, Parts With Number of Associates

As part of an attorney evaluation process, "each year, the firm facilitates the transition of lawyers who are not performing at the high standards that our clients expect of us," Goodwin said in a statement Thursday.
2 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

People in the News—Feb. 1, 2024—Sweet Stevens, McAndrews Mehalick

Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams has announced the promotions of attorneys Maria B. Desautelle and Rose E. McHugh to senior associates.
2 minute read

New York Law Journal

Jury Finds Davis Polk Not Liable for Retaliation Against Ex-Associate

The ex-managing partner and former M&A practice head were also found not liable by the jury.
3 minute read

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