by RG | Dec 15, 2025 | above the law
“These must indeed be splendid clothes! Had I such a suit I might at once…be able to distinguish the wise from the foolish.” — The Emperor’s New Clothes, Hans Christian Anderson Remember the Hans Christian Andersen story The Emperor’s New Clothes? It’s about an...
by RG | Dec 15, 2025 | above the law
I understand both sides of the argument about blowing up boats allegedly carrying drugs near Venezuela. There’s the coastal elite version of events: The United States is not at war with the drug cartels. There’s no armed conflict. There’s just some criminal activity,...
by RG | Dec 15, 2025 | above the law
If your in-house legal team is still picking outside counsel based on legacy relationships, hunches, or internal reputation, you’re not alone. But you might also be holding back your company’s growth. In a recent episode of “Notes to My (Legal) Self,” I sat down with...
by RG | Dec 15, 2025 | above the law
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! What is the unofficial nickname for the U.S. Supreme Court’s basketball court, which sits on the fifth floor of the United States Supreme Court Building? Hint: According to Sandra Day O’Connor, the...
by RG | Dec 15, 2025 | above the law
The Losses Keep Coming: A third no-bill and an evidence lockout! Boutique Firms Are Where Its At!: Check out the bonuses at Elsberg Baker & Maruri and Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna! They’re Making A List And Posting It Accidentally: ICE puts immigration...
by RG | Dec 14, 2025 | above the law
Bonus Tracker Season Officially Begins: Clear your calendars, mute your partners, and keep refreshing — the market has opinions and associates have spreadsheets. Military’s New GenAI Knows A War Crime When It Sees One: Pete Hegseth’s new toy immediately doubleclicked...
