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White & Case Lays Off 400

Monday, March 9, 2009

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White & Case Lays Off 400

White & Case announced today it will lay off 200 associates and 200 staffers. From the official announcement: Following a thorough, strategic review of its business, White & Case LLP announced today a number of measures that will allow the Firm to respond to changing demand in the market for legal services. These actions include an evaluation of [...]

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Black Thursday II: Latham & Watkins Lays Off 440

Friday, February 27, 2009

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Black Thursday II: Latham & Watkins Lays Off 440

Yesterday we reported that Latham & Watkins might lay off up to 150 people. Isn’t optimism great? This morning we learn Latham has cut 440 employees — 190 associates and 250 staff. The cuts are the largest to date by a US-based firm. Managing Partner Bob Dell: The depth and duration of this recession is unprecedented and we expect [...]

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