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The American Lawyer

A Failure to Decentralize: A Messy 4 Months at Lewis Brisbois Has Roots in Belated Succession Planning

"Rarely does there seem to be a good time to introduce meaningful change," current Lewis Brisbois chairman Bob Smith acknowledged earlier this month. But the fallout from two recent large group exits suggests the firm paid the price for waiting.
12 minute read

Pro Mid Market

'Founder's Syndrome' Befalls Firms Seeking Transition from First Gen Leadership

According to a recent survey of 250 law firm professionals, only 5% are concerned about their firm's succession plan. "I think that it's something they are avoiding having to deal with," said Patrick McKenna, a principal and founder of McKenna Associates Inc. and survey author.
6 minute read

International Edition

Addleshaws Introduces Raft of Offerings to Ease Partner Retirement Process

The firm's head of responsible business said that the topic of partner retirement was "shrouded in some mystery and behind door conversations, and we wanted to change that".
2 minute read

Pro Mid Market

How a 169-Year-Old Firm Learned to Take the Stress Out of Succession Planning

Three generations of Butzel Long firm leaders reflect on the benefits of codifying a democratic succession plan into the firm's bylaws.
6 minute read

The American Lawyer

Allen & Overy's Next US Leaders Seek Broader Profile in Corporate America

The firm's global head of litigation and a partner in the global projects, energy, natural resources and infrastructure practice will take over as U.S. co-chairs in May.
5 minute read

International Edition

Brazil's Cescon Barrieu Appoints New Managing Partner

The firm has significantly grown its head count and revenue in recent years, while also opening additional offices in Brazil and launching an office in Canada.
2 minute read

Law.com

Aging Lawyers Provide Growth Opportunities for Acquisitive Firms: The Morning Minute

The news and analysis you need to start your day.
4 minute read

International Edition

US Firm Changes Up London Management for First Time in Over 20 Years

U.S. law firm Duane Morris is switching up its London management for the first time since it launched an office in the city over 20 years ago.
2 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Fox Rothschild Elects New Managing Partner, as Morris Becomes Chair and Silow Steps Back

Current chair Mark Silow will become chair emeritus, effective April 1, the firm said Monday.
4 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Saiber Moves to Dual Managing Member Roles as Transactional Work Grows in Priority

Tasked with preparing for a potential recession and adapting to gaming clients' evolving legal needs, newly elected managing members Nino Coviello and Jennine DiSomma said they're taking cues from predecessor William Maderer's 18 years of leadership.
5 minute read

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