Alston & Bird Added Two Litigation Partners
The firm expanded its California legal practice by hiring two new litigation and trial attorneys.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in People
Alston & Bird announced the hiring of Devin Donohue and Andy Hutchison as litigation partners. The two lawyers joined the firm's litigation and trial practice group this week.
Why it matters
The additions strengthen the firm's presence in key California legal markets through experienced trial counsel. By integrating these partners into the litigation group, Alston & Bird aims to enhance its capabilities for clients across the state.
The firm added two litigation lawyers to its regional practice. These hires join the existing litigation and trial practice group at Alston & Bird.
The players
Devin Donohue
He is a new litigation partner at Alston & Bird working out of the Century City office.
Andy Hutchison
He is a new litigation partner at Alston & Bird based in the San Francisco office.
Alston & Bird
This is an international law firm that provides legal services to a diverse range of corporate and individual clients.
The details
Devin Donohue has joined the firm's office in Century City, while Andy Hutchison has been placed in the San Francisco office. Both attorneys will operate within the firm's litigation and trial practice group.
Timeline
The firm announced the hiring on September 24, 2026.
Market Landscape
This move reflects the ongoing trend of Big Law expansion into key California legal hubs. It positions the firm to capture more market share by establishing a deeper bench of trial counsel in competitive West Coast legal sectors.
These personnel changes do not impact retail pricing or consumer service tiers. Clients seeking legal counsel in Century City or San Francisco may now access these specific attorneys for trial-related matters.
The takeaway
Large law firms continue to prioritize building regional strength through targeted lateral hiring of experienced partners. This strategy allows firms to maintain specialized litigation expertise in multiple geographic hubs simultaneously.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Bloomberglaw.
