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Irell & Manella
- Designation: Los Angeles
- Head Count: 171
- Gross Revenues: $244,000,000
- Revenue Per Lawyer: $1,425,000
- Profits Per Partner: $2,875,000
- Year Over Year Change: 8
Irell & Manella is a Los Angeles-based law firm. The firm ranked 113th on The American Lawyer's 2011 Am Law 200 rankings of firms based on revenue with $256,000,000 in gross annual revenue in 2010. With 184 attorneys, the firm placed 212th on the National Law Journal's 2011 NLJ 250 rankings of firms based on size. The firm divides its practice into two broad groups: litigation and transactions. Practice areas include alternative dispute resolution and arbitration; art; entertainment; intellectual property; insurance; real estate; and tax. In addition to its Century City headquarters, the firm has a second office in Newport Beach, California.
Firm Rankings
| Survey | Rank | Year Over Year Change | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Am Law 100 | NR | N/A | Gross revenue |
| Am Law 200 | 121 | 8 | Gross revenue |
| NLJ 250 | 234 | 22 | Lawyer head count |
| The A-List | 44 | 10 | Overall excellence |
| Pro Bono Scorecard | 113 | 6 | Pro-bono commitment |
| Diversity Scorecard | 27 | 3 | Minority head count |
| Midlevel Associates Survey | 114 | 59 | Job satisfaction |
| Summer Associates Survey | 104 | 14 | Summer programs |
In the News
Bingham Takes Five IP Partners from DLA's L.A. Office
Julia Love : The Recorder : April 10, 2013
The group is fronted by Richard de Bodo, who co-chaired DLA Piper's patent litigation and life sciences practices and will help lead the IP and life sciences practice groups at Bingham.
Bingham Takes 5 IP Partners from DLA's L.A. Office
Julia Love : The Recorder : April 10, 2013
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Lisa Holton : The Recorder : March 21, 2013
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State Judge Dismisses Fraud Indictments Against Albert G. Hill III, Holds Dallas DA Craig Watkins in Contempt
John Council : Texas Lawyer : March 8, 2013
DA Craig Watkins took the stand during a hearing on Hill's motion to quash the indictments but refused to testify, asserting work-product privilege.
Federal Magistrate Rejects Albert G. Hill III's Motion Regarding Lisa Blue's Alleged Influence of Dallas DA Craig Watkins
John Council : Texas Lawyer : March 5, 2013
"While the Hills contend it is suggestive of fraud and misconduct, Blue's longstanding relationship with D.A. Watkins actually undermines their suggestion that she behaved unusually by communicating with Watkins around the time of the indictments and holding a fundraiser for him," writes Toliver.
Massive 'robo-signing' prosecution dismissed for misconduct
Amanda Bronstad : The National Law Journal : February 27, 2013
A Las Vegas judge has dismissed a high-profile criminal "robo-signing" case against two Southern California title officers after their attorneys accused the Nevada attorney general's office of prosecutorial misconduct.
Massive 'Robo-Signing' Prosecution Dismissed for Misconduct
Amanda Bronstad : The National Law Journal : February 27, 2013
Revenue Growth Modest at Many Firms, But Profits Surge
Julia Love : The Recorder : February 15, 2013
California firms managed to boost their profitability by controlling costs and cutting partners. Orrick chairman Ralph Baxter said his firm was following the lead of clients by doing more with less.
Revenue Growth Modest at Many Firms, But Profits Surge
Julia Love : The Recorder : February 15, 2013
Add a little bit of revenue. Subtract partners. Control costs. That formula helped a number of California law firms boost their profitability last year despite shaky demand for legal services.
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