With a focus on transparency in the legal world, there are instances where that virtue seems to fall through the cracks. Thus, in recent news, Federal judges have been spotlighted for their failure to report luxury gifts, in the form of undisclosed trips, provided by those with vested interests. One cannot help but wonder if NASCAR’s policy – of having racers endorse sponsors on their uniforms – should be adopted by the judiciary to show who supports them. Certainly, the analogy signifies the need for improved transparency. You can read more about this occurrence here.
Meanwhile, the landscape of Biglaw continues to evolve as A&O Shearman officially makes its debut. This merged firm is gearing up for intense competition, having already named its leadership team and setting strategic plans in motion. It remains to be seen how this merged entity will fare, but you can keep up with developments here.
In other developments, keeping with the spirit of ‘May is for Merging’, Goodwin’s office policy seems to take a milder approach by providing some perks. It holds that it is better to attract with honey rather than vinegar. The exact nature of these ‘perks’, however, remains to be seen and analysed for their effectiveness.
For those targeting a career in Biglaw, there’s no better time than now to keep your eye on the prize. A list of schools that seem to be a good launchpad for a career in this field is in the works. Waiting in anticipation for this could make for some significant career planning.