Record pace for US law firm combinations continues
Law firm mergers show no signs of abating. That’s the takeaway from a report from legal consultant Altman Weil Inc., which tracks the number of combinations — both large and small – among firms.
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Total legal spending up 2 percent, survey says
Total legal spending is up slightly – by 2 percent – according to HBR Consulting’s 2015 Law Department Survey. But, not surprisingly, outside counsel spending is flat compared with last year.
Brown: Can the gladiator make peace?
It is the concept of the peacemaker that so clearly expresses the role of the mediator.
Terzo: Arbitration is viable alternative in family law disputes
It wasn’t until the 1990s that arbitration began to be seriously considered for family law cases. At that time there was no statute specifically directed to family law arbitration, and Indiana had no caselaw regarding family law arbitration. Our current statute, I.C. 34-57-5-1, et seq, was enacted in 2005. It answered many of the questions attorneys had.
Method to the mediation
When “reason leaves the room,” an analytical approach can lead a path to dispute resolution.
Warsaw attorney, 3 others killed in plane crash
A solo practitioner from Warsaw and a former top racecar driver were among four Indiana men who died in a plane crash while traveling to the Notre Dame-Clemson football game.
Ice Miller opens New York office in Times Square
Ice Miller LLP has opened an office in Time Square in New York City.
For new associates, work seems like school
It’s like going back to school. Before they begin to work, new lawyers at many big firms complete lengthy orientation programs that provide instruction on topics like basic accounting and finance.
Profession honors women who have blazed trails in the law
Recently, Barnes & Thornburg and the Indiana Bar Foundation honored Shirley Shideler during a special reception at the firm’s Indianapolis office to pay homage to her legacy and to recognize three women who are blazing trails of their own in the legal field.
Indianapolis Mass Ave. firm splits
Although the law firm of Price Waicukauski & Riley has split, the plaintiff’s lawyers, who have successfully handled complex litigation and large class actions, say the separation is amicable and their respective practices will continue.
Women attorneys who opened doors honored by peers
With jokes and stories of fond memories, Barnes & Thornburg and the Indiana Bar Foundation honored the legacy of Shirley Shideler, the law firm’s first female attorney and female partner, and recognized three women who are creating impressive legacies in the law of their own.
A spate of deals brings work for M&A attorneys
A slew of deals were announced on Tuesday, representing an uptick in mid-size to multi-billion dollar deals in industries from media to hospitality. And of course that meant more work for transactional lawyers at many firms.
Indy nonprofit, law firm help curb childhood diseases
Lauren Braun has been helping safeguard the health of children in impoverished countries for years. A small band she’s developed could bring those efforts full circle with a pro bono assist from a small band of Indianapolis lawyers.
Indiana’s pioneering female attorneys honored
The late Shirley Shideler, who was the first woman to be named a partner at a large Indiana law firm, will be honored at a special reception recognizing trailblazing women lawyers.
Merger fever strikes
The handful of Hoosier law firms that combined during the last two years highlight a pair of emerging trends of interest to those who watch law firm merger and acquisition activity.
Job market somewhat improved for law school grads
The National Association for Law Placement’s new analysis of the job market heralded the first rise in the employment rate in eight years for new law school graduates. However, the uptick comes with two caveats – the method for measuring employment has been tweaked which could be contributing to the better rate and the small size of the 2014 class provides an improved jobs rate despite a lower actual number of jobs secured.
Survey reveals managing partners’ economic mood is muted
Managing partners at the end of 2014 expressed renewed economic confidence. The mood seems less rosy now, according to the latest survey by the Law Firm Group at Citi Private Bank.
Women are leading the way in law firms
The emergence of women in male-dominated practice areas has been enhanced by a willingness among lawyers and the industry to talk about issues and obstacles.
Who gets the notes? The ABA sides with firms
Clients may come and clients may go, but until now it hasn’t been entirely clear who gets the documents, as well as the notes and drafts, when a client decides to change attorneys.
Law firm mergers and acquisitions hit record in first half of 2015
In another active year of law firm mergers and acquisitions, Indiana attorneys’ offices are, so far, remaining on the sidelines.