#biglaw

#biglaw

Summer associates are primarily concerned about job security, connection with colleagues, and workload management, with significant worries diminishing since last year.

We can no longer trust that law firms will put their professional ethics and their clients' long-term interests first over political influence.

The newly dropped 2025 CounselLink Trends Report indicates that law firms with 750+ lawyers account for 49.3 percent of all legal spend, demonstrating Biglaw's dominant market position.

"Through her diverse experiences, Joann learned that empathy and negotiation were crucial, and she shared how her journey has enriched her mediation skills and personal growth."

The firm's offer of $100 million in pro bono services to conservative causes sparked controversy, revealing that not all partners were informed prior to the announcement.

In the age of generative AI, the biggest legal technology use cases often focus on streamlining the routine tasks performed by junior associates, shifting to enhancing the roles of partners.

Hueston Hennigan now leads the market with a $180,000 signing bonus for federal clerks, setting a high standard for Biglaw and litigation boutiques.

Winston & Strawn, a top U.S. firm, is closing its Shanghai office as part of a strategic review, leaving it without any presence in Asia.