Edward Estrada, now managing partner of the New York office, is becoming global head of strategy. Casey Ryan, now vice chair of litigation, will become global head of legal personnel. Among the demotions are Jack Nelson, who had set up a newer, lower pricing system on litigation. Colleen Davies is stepping down as head of legal personnel.

Openness to change

Mr Thomas said: ‘In selecting new members, I have focused on choosing individuals with a firm-first approach to leadership, experience in management, knowledge of the firm and its people, openness to innovation and change in how we operate, and the respect each is afforded as a lawyer. Those affirmed by the partnership embody these characteristics and can be depended upon to guide our future growth.’ Source: Legal Business