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Sarah McLean, Leader of Shearman & Sterling’s U.S. Energy Group, Departs for Willkie Farr & Gallagher Ahead of Shearman’s Merger with Allen & Overy

In a strategic move preceding the impending merger between Shearman & Sterling and Allen & Overy, Sarah McLean, a prominent…

The Impact of Generative AI on the Legal Landscape: A Glimpse into 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology left an indelible mark on the global stage in 2023, and the legal arena was…

Lawyers Exit Magic Circle Firms Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling Ahead of $3.5 Billion Merger

In anticipation of the $3.5 billion (£2.76 billion) merger between Magic Circle law firm Allen & Overy and US-based Shearman…

Edelson PC Withdraws from Harvard Law School Recruiting Events in Protest

Plaintiffs' firm Edelson PC has announced its decision to abstain from participating in upcoming recruiting events at Harvard Law School…

Susman Godfrey Announces Record Year-End Bonuses for Associates

U.S. litigation firm Susman Godfrey has declared that it will distribute year-end bonuses to its associates, reaching unprecedented amounts of…

Allen & Overy Prepares for Leadership Vote in Merged Venture with Shearman & Sterling

Allen & Overy is gearing up for a pivotal leadership decision as it prepares to merge with Shearman & Sterling.…

Associate Layoffs Hit K&L Gates Amidst BigLaw’s Compensation Buzz

Amid widespread news about hefty salary hikes and generous bonuses across BigLaw, it's crucial to recognize that not every major…

Top Law Firms Follow Suit in Salary Raises to Match Big Law Standards

Ropes & Gray, White & Case, and Weil Gotshal & Manges Join Salary Surge In a sweeping trend, several of…

Law Firms Strategize for Growth and Navigate Challenges in 2024

In a recent report, major law firms are gearing up for expansion in their bankruptcy and litigation departments, while simultaneously…

U.S. Law Firm Milbank Matches Rival Cravath’s Compensation Scale

Milbank Responds to Market Dynamics In a strategic move responding to recent developments in the legal industry, Milbank, a prominent…

Ulmer & Berne and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale Announce Merger to Form UB Greensfelder

A Pioneering Merger Sets the Stage for a "Super-Regional" Legal Powerhouse In a strategic move, Midwest law firms Ulmer &…

Boies Schiller Announces Competitive Pay Scale and Bonus Structure

In a recent development, Boies Schiller has revealed an impressive pay scale, matching the industry's highest standards for its most…