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Step into the intricate world of Biglaw with Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, a Lateral Link podcast that explores the ins and outs of the dynamic legal lateral market through insightful conversations with influential figures across the industry. From in-depth discussions with renowned Biglaw attorneys to strategic insights from experienced general counsels and pioneering visions from innovative legal industry leaders, the show delivers the perspectives of legal elites directly to you.
We navigate beyond mere lateral movements and market trends, offering a valuable blend of insightful analyses, substantive discussions, and expert viewpoints to empower your journey through the global legal landscape. Subscribe and equip yourself with enriched knowledge and understandings from the peak of the legal sector, ensuring you stride with confidence in the competitive realm of Biglaw.
We navigate beyond mere lateral movements and market trends, offering a valuable blend of insightful analyses, substantive discussions, and expert viewpoints to empower your journey through the global legal landscape. Subscribe and equip yourself with enriched knowledge and understandings from the peak of the legal sector, ensuring you stride with confidence in the competitive realm of Biglaw.
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In this episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we go down the rabbit hole with Kyle Gann, corporate partner at Winston & Strawn. Kyle defied his father's advice and became a lawyer anyway, overcoming an injury that nearly snatched his dream of becoming an attorney from his grasp. On the show, our conversation goes in a different direction than we're used to: Kyle opens up and shares vulnerably about his past. If you have a penchant for philosophy, you will enjoy our discussion about how the fear of loss can direct one's course in life. Finally, Kyle sheds light on the main law by which he operates: live with joy. For the Move of the Week, David covers Cahill's opening of a Wilmington office with a group of crypto hires while Zach speaks to Sullivan & Cromwell's addition of a prominent tech M&A group from Skadden.
This week, on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, our hosts David Lat and Zach Sandberg do a deep dive on the most recent set of the American Lawyer's famed law firm rankings—both the Am Law 100 ranking, which came out last month, and the Second Hundred ranking, which was just released. Who is moving up in the world? Are there firms struggling? What factors are driving the success of the firms that are flourishing? Join our hosts as they run through numerous metrics that measure a firm's financial health and performance in this must-listen episode. For his move of the week, David follows another high-profile acquisition by Paul Weiss, which seems to be on a hiring spree, while Zach breaks down Baker McKenzie's onboarding of a major West Coast transactional team from Munger.
This week, on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, our hosts speak with Melissa Saleh, whose start-up, FairPlay AI, is introducing AI-powered models that increase fairness and profits for lenders. Melissa and David go back twenty years to the early days of blogging when Melissa shook up the legal industry with her controversial blog, Opinionistas. Melissa would leave the practice of law to go full force into the world of digital journalism, writing for numerous prominent media brands. We talk about career throughlines, and it just so happens that Melissa had a particularly powerful throughline in both her narrative work and career: technology's influence on our lives. It was this current that ultimately pulled her into the dynamic role that she now occupies: that of a tech founder. For the move of the week, David discusses the proposed merger between Troutman Pepper and Locke Lorde, while Zach analyzes a multi-office group hired by Shook, Hardy & Bacon.
This week on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we sit down with Katherine Allen, CEO and Co-Founder of Flo Recruit, a company making waves in the way both law schools and law firms orchestrate their recruitment processes. Katherine tells us the story of how she started innovating in the legal industry before graduating from college. We then discuss how the company strives to tackle some of the more complex operational challenges faced by law firms in their never-ending efforts to recruit the top talent. For his move of the week, Zach covers Javad Asghari's move to Simpson Thacher, while David dives into a string of recent high-profile antitrust hires.
In this episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, we tackle all things legal technology with Colin Levy, a thought leader in the field. In his current role as Evangelist and Director of Legal at Malbek, Colin acts as a luminary for those not yet accustomed to rapidly-evolving technology and the increasingly important role it plays in attorneys' lives. Join us for this wide-ranging discussion, covering topics from the ability of AI to augment performance to a candid conversation with Colin about his own mental health journey. For the move of the week, Zach covers Barnes & Thornburg's recent acquisition on a restructuring team in Atlanta, while David takes a look at McDermott's hiring of a white collar group from Orrick, led by Guy Singer.
In this episode, we have a deep, thoughtful conversation with Pierre Gentin, McKinsey's Chief Legal Officer and the first non-consultant elected a senior partner in the firm's almost 100-year history. Pierre defines the elements of excellence to which attorneys can aspire while waxing philosophical about how people can find meaning in their work. As Pierre so eloquently puts it, "There are arrows of inspiration flying over us all the time, but do we reach up and grab them?" The conversation lends a fresh perspective to the work that we do day in and day out, while also digging into the dynamics of an esteemed organization, like McKinsey, as it expands globally.
Join David Lat and Zach Sandberg on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers as they chat with Emily Logan Stedman, newly appointed partner at Husch Blackwell and advocate for lawyer well-being. Emily shares her journey to partnership, her commitment to mental health in the legal community, and how she balances leadership with personal well-being. She discusses the evolving role of women in law, mentoring, and her strategies for personal branding and business development. Emily also offers advice to junior associates and law students, including the use of the billable hour as a time-management tool. In Moves of the Week, we spotlight Kimberly Branscome's move to Paul, Weiss in Los Angeles, King & Spalding welcoming longtime Hollingsworth litigator Greg Chernack in DC, and Hogan Lovells hiring 23 M&A lawyers from Orrick in Italy. Tune in for insights on legal career growth, mental health advocacy, and the importance of personal branding. Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share with your network!
Join David Lat and Zach Sandberg on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers as they chat with Matt Schwartz, Practice Group Leader and Chair of the US Finance Group at DLA Piper. Matt shares his journey from starting at DLA Piper to running finance transactions to leading the US practice group. He also talks about the evolution and current state of the finance industry, as well as what he expects in the finance world in 2024. The conversation concludes with a discussion of the value of mentorship, for mentors as well as mentees, plus practical advice from Matt about time management. In Moves of the Week, we spotlight one Cravath partner joining Davis Polk, a second going to Freshfields, and Debevoise welcoming Rick Sofield as partner, enhancing its national security offerings. Tune in for a comprehensive look at legal excellence and leadership. Ad don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share with your network!
Join us on Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, where hosts David Lat and Zach Sandberg sit down with Kannon Shanmugam, one of the nation's preeminent Supreme Court advocates. A partner at Paul, Weiss, Kannon serves as chair of the firm's Supreme Court and appellate practice, chair of the D.C. office, and co-chair of litigation. On the podcast, he discusses how his study of the classics was an ideal background for a lawyer, his distinctive style as a Supreme Court litigator, and his approaches to teaching advocacy and mentorship. Kannon also reflects on his time at Paul, Weiss, which he joined five years ago this month, and shares some of the strategies behind its remarkable success, as well as his career advice for law students and lawyers. In this week's Moves of the Week, David shares the news of Torridon Law, the law firm founded by former attorney general Bill Barr and former Facebook general counsel Ted Ullyot, hiring former White House lawyers Pat Cipollone, Pat Philbin, and Kate Todd, while Zach highlights McDermott's strategic addition of a healthcare team from Wilson Sonsini. Don't miss this episode for an in-depth look at legal excellence and leadership. Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers with your colleagues and friends!
In this episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, join us as we chat with Summer Eberhard, a Principal in our California and Seattle offices. Summer shares her journey from attorney to legal recruiter and delves into the recruiting scene across California and Seattle, highlighting the changing landscape of the legal industry over the last decade and current market trends. She also discusses her approach providing invaluable advice for legal professionals navigating their career paths and the role of diversity and inclusion in modern recruitment. In our 'Move of the Week' segment, host Zach Sandberg spotlights a significant development: DLA Piper's Antitrust Team expanding with three former Norton Rose Litigators. Tune in for an insightful exploration of the legal recruiting landscape and expert career guidance. Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share with your network!
In this Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers episode, David Lat and Zach Sandberg engage in an insightful discussion with Gene Phillips, founder of Lexangle, a leading legal-consulting firm. Gene describes his interesting journey from mathematics to finance to litigation finance to legal consulting. The conversation then delves into the rise of litigation boutiques, current trends in litigation finance, and expert advice on launching and growing law firms. For our Moves of the Week, we spotlight Jones Day's impressive hire of eight Supreme Court clerks and Paul Weiss's exploration of a possible Houston office, which would strengthen its presence in the energy sector. Join us for this fascinating episode, and don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and tell a friend!
On the latest installment of Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers, we chat with Robert Ingalls, Founder & CEO of LawPods, to explore his transition from legal practice to revolutionizing podcasting for lawyers. In a detailed discussion, Robert tackles the challenges law firms face in marketing, particularly in podcasting, and how to stand out in a crowded market. He offers strategic advice for lawyers or firms considering launching their own podcasts and how to effectively craft their brand. As for our Moves of the Week, they feature significant industry shifts: the departure of litigation and corporate leaders from FisherBroyles, hinting at a possible mass exodus from the first distributed firm in the Am Law 200, and the notable move of Josh Birenbaum from Allen & Overy's Los Angeles office to Kirkland & Ellis. Tune in, and remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers with your network
On this week's episode of Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers, we take a deep dive into the 2023 lateral market. Join us as we unpack Milbank's trailblazing associate salary increase, setting an unprecedented $225K floor and reaching heights of $425K. Our hosts sift through the intricacies of the year-end bonus frenzy and spotlight the practice areas that hottest right now. Looking ahead, we make a few predictions about Biglaw in 2024. Wrapping up the episode, we discuss our moves of the week, featuring Cozen O'Connor hiring Ketan Bhirud, former chief deputy attorney general at the Nevada AG's office, and McDermott's strategic bolstering of Musk's X with a star acquisition from a rival firm. Tune in for an episode brimming with expert analysis and predictions that every legal professional anticipating future market trends won't want to miss. Remember to rate, review, subscribe, and share Movers, Shakers, and Rainmakers with your network!
In this unmissable podcast episode, we're joined by Anastasia Boyko, Director of Non-JD Programs at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, who shares her remarkable journey from Soviet-era Ukraine to a pivotal role in legal education. Anastasia looks back on her law school days, sheds light on the establishment of the YLS leadership program, and describes her crucial involvement in shaping unconventional legal pathways today. The episode concludes with a rich discourse on leadership, innovation, and the pursuit of 'unicorn talent' within the legal realm. Whether you are navigating the waters of education, legal practice, or leadership, this episode offers a treasure trove of practical advice and motivational insights. For our Moves of the Week segment, Cleary Gottlieb continues its expansion in the Bay Area with the significant addition of Angela Dunning, while Goodwin reinforces its California life sciences team with partner David Chen. Be sure to rate, review, subscribe, and most importantly, tell a friend!
Join us for a compelling conversation with Camille Vasquez, Partner at Brown Rudnick and Co-chair of the Firm's Brand & Reputation Management Group, as we delve into her remarkable career, especially her pivotal role in the headline-grabbing Depp v. Heard case. Camille describes her unusual professional journey, including stories she hasn't shared publicly before—and even an early failure that turned into a crucial learning experience. She also offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Depp v. Heard trial and reveals how "earned luck" and familial encouragement have been steadfast pillars throughout her life and career. You won't want to miss this insightful and inspiring interview, full of rich insights from a true luminary in the legal realm. As always, be sure to rate, review, subscribe, and be sure to tell a friend!
In our latest episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers: The Biglaw Lateral Market, we dive deep into the intricate melding of recruitment, technology, and the legal industry with Michael Heise, CTO of haistack.ai. Enhanced by years of legal data and insights from Lateral Link and its expert team, Heise discusses how haistack.ai is meticulously crafted to boost the recruiting capabilities of law firms, aid in attorney retention, and proactively safeguard firms from potential lost profits. We probe the unique journey behind its creation, the challenges AI faces, and its transformative potential. And, as we always keep you updated, our hosts also highlight the latest legal shake-ups: Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz's high-profile partner acquisition from Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP and the notable attorney departures at Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP. As always, be sure to rate, review, subscribe and tell a friend!
In our latest episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers: The Biglaw Lateral Market, we delve into the timely and crucial topic of mental health in the legal profession with Jordana Alter Confino, Founder of JC Coaching & Consulting and Adjunct Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law. Jordana explained how the science of positive psychology helped her to transform her life and career—and how she is now using it to help others do the same. Covering both institutional reforms that law firms can adopt and small but important changes that individual lawyers can make, our conversation offers actionable insights for lawyers looking to thrive both personally and professionally. On the Moves of the Week segment, we spotlight Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP's strategic addition of 13 private equity partners from Kirkland & Ellis, spanning the U.S and U.K., and dive into the launch of an exciting new Denver litigation boutique, Olson Grimsley Kawanabe Hinchcliff & Murray LLC. As always, be sure to rate, review, subscribe, and tell a friend!
Join us for a new episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers, as we welcome Marta Ricardo, the dynamic Director of Lawyering Skills and Assistant Dean of Professionalism at Fordham Law. Charting her course from big law into finance before transitioning into academia, Marta delivers insights about the skills lawyers must develop to thrive in today's world. Marta offers her perspective on how the profession is changing while making her case for the principles of practice that remain immutable. For our Moves of the Week, we spotlight seismic industry shifts: Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison onboards four top-tier partners from Kirkland & Ellis, including renowned debt finance expert Neel Sachdev. Meanwhile, in a particularly notable move, public M&A partner Andrew Elken from Cravath heads to Latham in New York City.
Dive into our latest Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers episode as we engage with Daren Firestone, name partner at Levy Firestone Muse. We explore his time in government, including service as a federal prosecutor and White House lawyer; his shift to private practice; and his fascinating practice representing whistleblowers, especially in the cryptocurrency space. We also discuss some of his more high-profile matters, including investigations into doping in Major League Baseball and the French government's actions during the Rwandan Genocide. In our Moves of the Week, we highlight the launch of Meier Watkins, a spinoff from the Clare Locke defamation boutique, and Kenneth Polite, former head of the DOJ Criminal Division, joining Sidley Austin. Tune in for a deep dive into Firestone's dynamic career and the latest legal shifts!
Get ready for an engrossing episode of Movers, Shakers & Rainmakers. We're thrilled to host acclaimed writer Mattathias Schwartz, the Chief National Security Correspondent for Insider, who is renowned for his cutting-edge investigations and in-depth journalism. Together we navigate an array of riveting topics, from ethics controversies at the Supreme Court to the trial of Donald Trump on charges of mishandling national-security documents. As a writer for Insider, Schwartz wrote a piece taking a close look at the legal-recruiting career of Jane Roberts, wife of Chief Justice John Roberts—from which she earned more than $10 million over the course of eight years. For our Moves of the Week, we discuss Blank Rome's strategic expansion into Dallas and a pair of high-profile hires of former government lawyers: Cravath picking up former deputy attorney general Jeffrey Rosen for its new D.C. office, and the Pallas Partners boutique hiring former S.D.N.Y. assistant U.S. attorney Joshua Naftalis. Don't miss out on this compelling episode packed with invaluable insights into the dynamics of our legal and political landscape. Tune in now!
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