Insights: Results

Inclusion in the UK Legal Market: Why Diversity Really Matters

by Financial Times

Diversity and inclusion are increasingly important in law firm business models, driven by client and stakeholder demand, corporate responsibility and recruitment and retention success.

Equity Matters

by Emer Simic

How my firm defies the statistics on women in legal leadership—and how yours can too.

Anna Inventing: The Importance of Diversity in Innovation

by Emily C. Peyser

A patent from 1887 by female inventor Anna Connelly not only revolutionized fire safety, but highlighted the need for diversity in innovation. Our world is facing big problems that need diverse voices at the table to find solutions that work for everyone. Building diverse teams and encouraging diversity in innovation is a beneficial step forward in resolving our collective challenges.

What the Seller-Friendly Market Means for Private Equity

by Best Lawyers

JP Bogden and Kurt Sarno of 2019 Canadian "Law Firm of the Year" award-winner Blakes discuss trends in the private equity sector.

Look for Carrots to Promote Diversity

by Heather A. Owen

In fact, the representation of women and minorities in leadership positions has decreased over recent years.

How Private Equity Investment is Disrupting the Legal Industry

by Esquire Bank

Private Equity loans are changing how law firms operate, but these funding options should not affect the profession's ethical standards or the best interests of the clients.

How to Accelerate Gender Diversity on Boards

by Celia Huber and Sara O'Rourke

Slow progress in adding more women to boards has dominated the conversation. But tips from standout companies are more likely to inspire others to take firmer action.

Why Skechers' $9.4B Private Equity Buyout Sparked Investor Revolt

by Laurie Villanueva

Shareholder anger, a lack of transparency and a 'surprising' valuation.

Debt-Finance: The Five Things our Private Equity Client are Thinking about Going into 2017

by Simon Reid

So, what should business borrowers – private equity or otherwise - keep front of mind right now when it comes to financing debt?

Building Bridges

by Melinda S. Gentile

The Realities and Implications of Diversity and Inclusion in Construction Law

Clean Energy: Arena's Grant Funding and the New Clean Energy Innovation Fund

by Clare Corke

Australia launches a $1 billion fund, shifting ARENA from grant funding toward debt and equity investments in clean energy innovation.

Checks and Balances

by Michael Sullivan

Ensuring probity and above-board behaviour in both the public and private sector is always important—and that importance can be particularly stark during a major crisis like the pandemic. An overview of a year’s worth of commissions and inquiries.

Leadership and Commitment

by Justin Smulison

Malone Law leader and 2016 Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs “Lawyer of the Year” Adam Malone discusses how his success transcends the courtroom and helps strengthen public and legal communities.

Resilience and Success

by Justin Smulison

Burg Simpson secured favorable results in 2021 and also strategically expanded to ensure its future and provide more personalized service to its clients nationwide.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Preparation and Filing of Sensitive Tax and Information Returns, and the Practitioner’s Dilemma

by Richard J. Sapinski

Richard J. Sapinski and Eric L. Green discuss defending someone under investigation in a criminal tax case and examine how these cases can get complicated by “sensitive tax returns.

Changes and Challenges

by Megan Norris

As the pandemic ebbs and many people return to the office, midsize law firms in particular must navigate a host of unprecedented questions about costs, culture and client expectations.