The coronavirus is hitting the legal industry hard. Here's everything we know about pay cuts, layoffs, and how summer associate classes are shaping up.
Still, there have been some bright spots. Restructuring lawyers have seen a surge in activity as clients looks to navigate the crisis, and firms with strong labor and employment practices are getting a boost as clients navigate cutting jobs and workplace safety issues.
The coronavirus has forced an unprecedented switch to remote work, and some insiders have told us that the move is already prompting a rethink of office space and talent needs for the long run. We've been tracking layoffs and job cuts, plus the latest on firms' plans for their 2020 associate classes. Here's everything we know.
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