The Legal Intelligencer | Morning Update

Apr 18, 2024

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The Legal Intelligencer Morning Update

A Message From the Editor

Todays top stories all deal with the business of law firms. The Am Law 100 is out and in our top two stories we bring you an in-depth look at how Pa.-based Big Law firms are faring. And we bring you a look at evolving retention strategies firms are implementing as the lateral market in Philadelphia tightens.

Thanks for reading!

– Max Mitchell, Regional Managing Editor

Pennsylvania's Am Law Firms Struggled to Match National Revenue Growth

Blank Rome and K&L Gates were the sole firms that outpaced the average 6.8% revenue growth rate across the Am Law 100. Read More

Law Firm Competition | Chart

See How Pa. Firms Fared in The 2024 Am Law 100 Gross Revenue Ranking

By ALM Staff

Fifty-four firms posted gross revenue of $1 billion or more in 2023, four more than in 2022. Ninety firms reported gains... Read More

Career Development | Analysis

Phila. Associate Talent Market Cools, as Local Firms Refine Retention Strategies

By Amanda O'Brien

"They could be happier financially or happier culturally, but there are less disgruntled attorneys at their current... Read More

Contractual Disputes | News

Company Reps Helped Steer Defense Win for Urban Outfitters in High-Stakes Business Dispute

By Aleeza Furman

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius partner Michael Banks said the Urban executive team's testimony and presence in the courtroom... Read More

Law Firm Hiring | Commentary

To Improve Law Firm Culture, Let Authenticity Fly

By Ryan Galvin

We hear a multitude of ideas and solutions for attracting and retaining lawyers and business professionals in today's... Read More

Legal Speak at General Counsel Conference Midwest 2024: LeaderThinking CEO & Founder Lakeshia Ekeigwe

By Cedra Mayfield | Patrick Smith

This week, Legal Speak spoke live on location at the General Counsel Conference Midwest 2024 in Chicago with professionals... Read More

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