Boies Schiller’s New Chair Says Chaotic Transition Helped Firm

Matthew Schwartz has assumed the top role at Boies Schiller Flexner, capping a years-long leadership transition mired by false starts, mass departures, and competing visions for the firm.

“We are ultimately aligned about the type of firm we want to be with the people who are here,” Schwartz, who officially became chairman on Wednesday, said in an interview. “Although the process took longer than some would have liked, it’s been incredibly healthy and helpful for the firm and we’ve emerged strong and very well-positioned for the future.”

The firm has nearly halved by headcount since 2018 with an exodus of ...