Kirkland
Coverage of Kirkland in the Nexus archive.
- AI is the business-model shock law firms need
Law firms' traditional business models, reliant on time-based billing and limited investment, are being disrupted by AI technologies that perform routine legal tasks at lower costs. Firms like Kirkland and Cooley are investing heavily in AI, while others may consolidate, leading to a bifurcation in the legal industry. AI-native law firms, such as Crosby, highlight the shift toward technology-driven legal services.
- Swimmer presumed dead in Lake Washington near Kirkland
A man swimming near Holmes Point on Lake Washington was presumed dead after disappearing early Saturday, according to police. The incident occurred in Lake Washington near Kirkland.
- Two Maverick cardrooms close in WA, laying off 123 employees
Two cardrooms owned by Kirkland-based Maverick Gaming in Washington are closing, resulting in 123 employees losing their jobs. The closures are attributed to the company's operations in the state.