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Law Practice

Feb. 5, 2009

McDermott Cuts 149 Lawyers and Staff

Chicago-based McDermott Will & Emery announced Tuesday it will be eliminating 60 attorneys and 89 staff positions nationwide.

By Amanda Becker
Daily Journal Staff Writer

LOS ANGELES - Chicago-based McDermott Will & Emery announced Tuesday it will be eliminating 60 attorneys and 89 staff positions nationwide.

It was not clear if the cuts would impact the firm's West Coast operation, where less than two weeks ago it moved into brand new, 25,000-square foot office space in San Diego and proclaimed a commitment to the California market. The firm has 200 attorneys across...

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