U.S. Law Firm Shook, Hardy & Bacon Closes London Office Shook, Hardy & Bacon has announced the closure of its London office, marking another departure of a U.S. legal practice from the UK capital. The move from the Kansas-headquartered law firm comes as part of a strategic realignment and follows a trend of American law […]
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The Boies Schiller Surprise Comeback Plan Sonia Hickey, Contributing editor Matthew Schwartz, the newly minted chairman of Boies Schiller Flexner, has taken the reins of one of the most prestigious litigation firms in the country and has clear plans to restore the luster of the firm after recent stumbles. At 47, this former Manhattan federal
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The Law Firm Business Outlook 2025 As we stand at the beginning of 2025, the legal industry finds itself at a crossroads, poised for transformation that could redefine the very essence of how law firms operate. Drawing insights from LegalTech’s comprehensive analysis, it’s clear that the coming year will be a crucible for innovation, adaptation,
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From Reed Smith Big Law to Big Influence Reed Smith heavyweights have made a bold move that’s set to shake up the Virginia lobbying landscape as the firm’s Government Relations team in Richmond is “pumped” in breaking away to form Seven Hills Strategy Group LLC. The new venture, spearheaded by legal heavyweights Edward Mullen, Nicole
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Global law firm Clyde & Co has bolstered its presence in the Southwestern United States through a merger with Dallas-based insurance litigation specialist Tillman Batchelor. The new move is an encouraging sign for Clyde & Co which has seen financial struggles, particularly in Australia where the successful cybersecurity group left the firm and other partners
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Flip-Flops and Fortune 500 Clients at Quinn Emanuel Tom Borman, LawFuel contributing editor Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, the world’s “most feared” law firm according to BTI Consulting, is redefining the traditional law firm experience with a fresh approach that’s turning heads in the legal world. Gone are the days of stuffy offices and rigid
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Law Firm Marketing 2025 Source: Outreach Monks.com The legal industry is more competitive than ever. Many law firms offer similar services, making it hard to stand out. Clients today rely heavily on online searches before choosing a law firm. They compare reviews, check websites, and look for firms they can trust. Without strong marketing strategies,
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Johnson & Johnson, the pharmaceutical giant, faces significant legal challenges in Australia over allegations of selling ineffective cold and flu medications. A class action lawsuit has been filed by Brisbane-based law firm JGA Saddler against the company, potentially affecting millions of Australians. The lawsuit centers on products containing phenylephrine, including popular brands like Codral Day
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Japan’s powerhouse firm Mori Hamada has shed its third name in a move towards increasing its overseas expansion and profile. Gone is ‘Matsumoto’, and ints place is a sleek new logo and a foreign joint law enterprise that’s got tongues wagging. Mori Hamada’s managing partners, Gaku Ishiwata and Hiroki Aoyama, aren’t mincing words. They’re painting
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A&O Shearman has released its latest biannual M&A report, offering a comprehensive analysis of global dealmaking trends in 2024 and forecasts for 2025, which includes a so-called ‘Trump bump’ in dealmaking in the year ahead following Trump’s inauguration. The A&O Shearman report, authored by the firm’s partners and associates, provides valuable insights into four key
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