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Am Law 100 Firms See Impressive Growth in Income Partner Ranks, Pushing Nonequity Partnerships to New Heights

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Law firms in the Am Law 100 are experiencing significant growth in their income partner ranks, with double-digit percentage increases in 2023. According to early reporting on the Am Law 200 financials, several prominent firms saw substantial growth in their nonequity partner tier. Among the firms with the largest percentage gains were Milbank, Gibson Dunn, and Fried Frank. While some of these firms started with lower nonequity numbers, their intentional and targeted growth aims to improve retention within this partner tier. This surge in nonequity partner growth comes after a significant number of law firm … Read more

Judge’s Ruling Paves the Way for Future Development in Springfield’s University Heights Neighborhood

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A judge in Springfield, Missouri issued a partial ruling in a lawsuit regarding the development plans for the University Heights Neighborhood. The lawsuit revolves around allegations that Be Kind and Merciful, a development company, has violated deed restrictions in the area. According to the University Heights Neighborhood Association, a 100-year-old deed explicitly prohibits the construction of anything other than residential homes. Be Kind and Merciful developers have expressed their desire to rezone over two acres of land at the intersection of Sunshine and National, changing it from single-family residential to general retail. However, the judge … Read more

Tragic Rollover Crash Claims Life and Injures Six on 60 Freeway, Leaving Boyle Heights in Mourning

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BOYLE HEIGHTS, CA (AP) – Tragedy struck the 60 Freeway near Lorena Street in Boyle Heights early Sunday morning, resulting in one fatality and injuries to six individuals. The fatal incident occurred on December 31 at approximately 6:00 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. Details surrounding the rollover accident remain scarce, leaving investigators with the arduous task of piecing together what transpired. The devastating outcome serves as a solemn reminder of the potential dangers that can arise on our roadways. The identity of the deceased individual has not been released pending notification of their … Read more