by RG | Sep 3, 2026 | above the law
In what famous “Trial of the Century” did legendary defense attorney Clarence Darrow give a 12-hour closing argument? Hint: It’s not the Scopes Monkey Trial, if that’s what you’re thinking. Rather, the famed civil libertarian railed against the death penalty at...
by RG | Sep 3, 2026 | above the law
The World Cup has reminded me why I love football. Not American football. The game the rest of the world calls football. After weeks of watching extraordinary players, brilliant coaches, and unforgettable matches, I am already wishing I could watch this level of...
by RG | Sep 3, 2026 | above the law
In my prior column, I wrote about patience. I spent time on the idea that not every situation resolves on your timeline and that pushing too hard or too fast can do more damage than the problem you are trying to solve. I want to build on that idea. There is a...
by RG | Sep 3, 2026 | above the law
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by RG | Sep 3, 2026 | above the law
* Wachtell report for the NBA ends up sinking the Clippers, who will lose $30 million and lose 5 first-round picks. Wachtell, according to The Athletic reporter Mike Vorkunov, charged $50 million for the investigation. [NY Times/The Athletic] * Judge blocks Trump’s...
by RG | Sep 2, 2026 | above the law
Representation Fail: Bankruptcy filing accused firm of representing the estate while really working for the guy who put it in bankruptcy. Now the partner involved has vanished from the firm’s website. Finally, A Milbank Match! But of course, it’s coming from another...