Orrick Abandons Lock-step Compensation for Associates
San Francisco's Orrick, which laid off 300 employees in March, is abandoning lock-step compensation for associates. Under a lock-step scheme,…
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Akerman Senterfitt Creates Florida’s First Minority Legal Pipeline Program
Akerman Senterfitt has announced a new partnership with the Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University Law School, one of Florida's oldest…
Drinker Biddle Will Not Defer Associates, But Will Cut Salaries
Drinker Biddle will allow its 36 incoming associates to start on time in September; but their salaries will be reduced,…
Clifford Chance to Cut 115 Staffers
Clifford Chance has announced further cuts to its London office, with the Magic Circle firm set to make up to…