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The fracturing of Big Law

Catherine Ho MAR 13

Both Dewey & LeBoeuf and Howrey rapidly expanded into international players in the past decade. But 14 months ago, Howrey collapsed. And now Dewey seems to be following suit. Is this unlucky coincidence or is this a warning for large firms?


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New designs for the nation's capital

Jonathan O'Connell MAR 13

With talk of lifting the height limit in the District, we asked architects for their most radical ideas.

Advertising with a spin, and tricks

Abha Bhattarai MAR 13

Aarrow Advertising, co-founded by a Georgetown student, now has 2,000 sign spinners worldwide.

Employment lawyer fights regulations

Catherine Ho MAR 13

Q&A | Eugene Scalia heads Gibson Dunn's 45-attorney labor and employment group in Washington.

Bankruptcy filings down in region

Danielle Douglas MAR 13

Business and personal bankruptcy filings in the region fell through the first four months of 2012.

For CACI, caution and optimism

Marjorie Censer MAR 13

The company said earlier this month that it too is feeling the "budgetary pressures affecting our clients."

Nonprofits expecting better year

J.D. Harrison MAR 13

A new study finds there's reason to believe the tides may start to turn for local nonprofits in 2012.

'Zombie' firm needs right employees

MAR 13

Business Rx | Reed Street Productions organizes zombie-infested 5k obstacle races.

9-to-5 with a bit of salsa

Abha Bhattarai MAR 13

Life at work | Forget 'Dancing with the Stars.' Welcome to Dancing with your Co-Workers.

Balancing 'mom' and 'executive' roles

Vickie Elmer MAR 13

Susan Lavington is a rarity among women in senior corporate positions — she has four young children.

Advice for blushers and job hunters

MAR 13

Career Coach | Read excerpts from Joyce E.A. Russell's online chat with readers last week.


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