Law Firm Management

Newshe majority of Biglaw firms have rolled back their COVID-19 austerity measures the world over, but the coronavirus-related changes are far from over.

NewsTo respond to the ever-shifting environment and clients’ ever-changing needs, law departments must be agile and responsive, continually flexing to meet emerging areas of need.

NewsThe American Bar Association Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility released today a formal opinion addressing the ethical obligations for lawyers to consider when they contemplate responding to online criticism and posted negative reviews.

NewsLaw firms learned lessons during the COVID-19 pandemic that could translate to permanent changes in the way that they manage their operations, deliver legal services and treat their employees, according to a report released Tuesday.

NewsBoies Schiller’s recruiting troubles occur as the firm is trying to turn the corner with new leadership after last year experiencing nearly 60 partner departures, including prominent lawyers who represent companies including Facebook Inc., Uber Technologies Inc., Apple Inc., and Barclays PLC.

NewsDinsmore & Shohl announced a merger with Wooden McLaughlin that became official on January 1. Just last month, megafirm Dentons announced a combination with Iowa law firm Davis Brown.

NewsAt Alston & Bird, the year-end bonuses are individualized and tied to hours, not class year, as at most Biglaw firms.

NewsLaw firms rushed to secure government aid early in the coronavirus pandemic, borrowing nearly $12 billion from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program as their revenues were threatened by court closures and a freeze in corporate deals.

NewsOrrick — a firm that brought in $1,158,537,000 in 2019 gross revenue, placing in at No. 31 in the most recent Am Law 100 rankings — is offering market-busting bonuses to associates this year.

NewsAs law firms position themselves to succeed in 2021 and beyond, understanding and leveraging distinct trends will help firms become more efficient, productive and competitive in the coming year.

NewsDespite $1,035,000,000 in gross revenue last year Squire Patton Boggs instituted COVID-19 austerity measures.

NewsDetroit-based Dickinson Wright is opening a Chicago office in the new year through the acquisition of Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis.

NewsFried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP announced today that Geoffrey S. Berman, former US Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), has joined as head of the White Collar Defense, Regulatory Enforcement & Investigations Practice and member of the Firm’s Governance Committee.