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GM deal absorbs 15 law firms, so far

2 June 2009 | The US Government will now own a majority stake in American auto giant and icon General Motors, which filed for bankruptcy yesterday.


Downturn drives down legal fees

15 April 2009 | ECONOMIC conditions have driven down client costs and forced law firms to reassess the way they bill clients. But some firms continue to overcharge and refuse to budge on rates.


Global round-up: Lehman Brothers, SJ Berwin, Madoff lawyers

15 April 2009 | Lehman Brothers' law firm seeks $55 million in fees; SJ Berwin ditches Euro brand; Madoff's Mets tickets to sell on eBay


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