#biglaw

#biglaw

Biglaw firms are prioritizing deals with Trump over essential pro bono services for public interest causes.

Biglaw firms are expanding rapidly into regional markets to capture emerging opportunities.

Freshfields emphasizes client demand in Boston, despite being new to the office there.

Reed Smith opens in Denver to tap into a vibrant market and private equity growth.

McDermott's Nashville expansion strengthens its health and life sciences focus with a strong new team.

Knobbe Martens announces special bonuses for attorneys, reflecting appreciation and growth in business.

Biglaw firms challenge Executive Orders and win temporary restraining orders blocking enforcement, showcasing a significant legal victory.

White & Case enforces a four-day in-office work policy for associates and partners beginning June 2, prioritizing a commitment to hybrid work.

Lawyers are resigning from big firms in protest against complicity with authoritarianism.

Resignations are a stand for the rule of law and democracy.

Law professors are advocating for the rule of law against Trump's retaliatory executive orders, contrasting their courage with Biglaw's compromises.

Trump's financial disclosures spark debate on Biglaw ethics.

Startup founder guilty of fraud against JPMorgan.

Law firms' loyalty raises ethical questions.

Media criticizes Biglaw's silence on Trump administration.

Alberto Gonzales criticizes Trump's attacks on Biglaw as petty and potentially dangerous to democracy and the rule of law.

Trump's Executive Orders threaten the rule of law, prompting significant legal challenges from prominent firms.

The Trump administration is intensifying pressure on law firms opposing it, risking their independence and legal integrity.

The Trump administration's scrutiny of Biglaw firms reflects a broader threat to legal practices aligned with its political opposition.

Paul Weiss's deal with the Trump administration signifies a troubling intersection between corporate law and political authority.

Biglaw firms underestimated backlash from pro bono commitments to the Trump administration.

Firms claimed their massive pro bono deals meant little in response to Congressional inquiries.

Biglaw firms are pressured by Trump to align with his demands or face penalties.

The legal profession is grappling with ethical dilemmas surrounding integrity and accountability amid growing political and financial pressures.

Trump's administration is targeting Biglaw firms for their political affiliations and representation choices.

Executive orders are being used to retaliate against firms like Covington & Burling and Perkins Coie.

Erik De Lorenzi chose to remain in Canada instead of pursuing a corporate law career in the US, highlighting a shift in young professionals' priorities.

Kirkland & Ellis is attempting to appease Trump to avoid potential Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms.

Microsoft's change in legal representation illustrates a broader trend in Biglaw where firms perceived as weak face rejection from clients.

Trump's executive order against Paul Weiss symbolizes a concerning shift towards authoritarianism and hostility against legal institutions.

Biglaw firms are struggling to navigate Trump's influence while making precarious deals for pro bono services.

Donald Trump's actions have impacted Biglaw's dynamics, revealing firms either capitulating or standing firm for legal principles.

Skadden's internal chaos escalated over a farewell email, revealing deeper issues with communication and dissent within the firm.

Trump targets the law firm Paul, Weiss after a legal defeat, highlighting tensions with Biglaw firms.

Associates call on Biglaw firms to take a stand on social justice issues.

Harvard Law students voted to divest from fossil fuels, reflecting growing ethical concerns.

Law school rankings reveal which institutions provide the best employment opportunities in Biglaw.

Top law schools significantly influence graduate job placement in prestigious law firms.

Columbia Law School has dropped from the top rankings, sparking curiosity over participation.

Northwestern Law School maintains its leading rank for graduate employment.

Law school tuition costs must be weighed against actual employment rates.

President Trump's executive orders target BigLaw firms, leading to compliance from some and strong resistance from others who are filing lawsuits.

Trump's Executive Orders threaten civil liberties, increasing police powers and potential legal safeguards for law enforcement officers.

Skadden Arps is negotiating with the Trump administration to avoid Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms.

WilmerHale's lawsuit represents a bold legal resistance to the Trump administration's perceived retaliatory actions against attorneys.

Skadden Arps negotiated a $100 million pro bono deal with Trump to avoid penalties from an Executive Order.

Willkie Farr’s commitment of $100 million in pro bono services reflects a strategic move to evade negative Executive Orders from Trump.

Perkins Coie defends against Trump administration's retaliation, securing partial TRO amidst growing silence from other Biglaw firms.

Skadden's $100 million pro bono agreement with the Trump administration has sparked controversy, leading to reduced associates' communication rights and potential legal challenges.

Milbank Law Firm has agreed to a deal with Trump that includes $100 million in pro bono services and a retreat from certain diversity initiatives.

Wilkinson Stekloff rewards associates with bonuses ranging from $25,000 to $60,000, highlighting its competitive compensation strategy.

Lateral hiring for associates in BigLaw dramatically increased, marking a resurgence in the legal job market.

WilmerHale is enforcing a strict in-office attendance policy that directly impacts associates' bonuses for non-compliance.

Hueston Hennigan has increased its signing bonus for federal clerkships to $180,000, outperforming competition.

Latham & Watkins associates are receiving substantial bonuses that exceed market rates, reflecting the firm's strong financial performance.

Associates at Latham who billed over the required hours will also receive additional monetary rewards.