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Lynn Neuner and Jonathan Youngwood, Global Co-Chairs of the Firm’s Litigation Department, were profiled in an AmLaw Litigation Daily article exploring how the pandemic has impacted the practice of litigation. Jon noted that the shift has been more prominent in the practice of law rather than in the nature of the cases and noted that, while technology does have its advantages when used thoughtfully and appropriately, there can be tremendous benefits resulting from the informal interactions around hearings, depositions and meetings. Lynn also highlighted the importance of in-person interaction for the “esprit de corps” across the Department and in particular for more junior lawyers. Lynn pointed to the apprenticeship nature of legal training and how in-person interactions can deepen relationships with colleagues and clients, but also recognized there can be advantages in using technology to broaden access to clients for more junior lawyers.

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