Akin’s Koopersmith to Step Down, Replaced by US-UK Duo Next Year

June 18, 2024, 9:00 AM UTC

Manhattan lawyer Kim Koopersmith is stepping down from the top role at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld after more than a decade leading the firm.

Koopersmith will officially relinquish the post on April 1, 2025, the firm said Tuesday. She will be succeeded by Abid Qureshi and Daniel Walsh.

“Having worked closely with Abid and Dan for more than two decades, I am so pleased to be transitioning leadership to two highly distinguished lawyers who share a deep commitment to our firm and our values,” Koopersmith said in a statement.

Koopersmith plans stay at the firm after the leadership ...

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