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Milbank Will Fight Feds: Lawyers Slash Hourly Rate for Sanctuary Cities
The Milbank lawyers shaved thousands off their hourly rates to represent the group of cities in a suit the Department of Justice filed on May 22. The Milbank lawyers shaved thousands off their hourly rates to represent the group of cities in a suit the...
Trump’s Push to ‘Save College Sports’ May Fall Short Without Congress, Experts Say
President Donald Trump's executive order directs the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice to act within 60 days to protect college sports from “unreasonable antitrust lawsuits but offers no specifics. President Donald Trump's executive order...
A&O Shearman Delays Start Dates for Some First-Year Associates
A group of first-years will start later than expected. A group of first-years will start later than expected.
The Revolution Will Be Card Cataloged: Dispatches From The Law Librarian Frontlines
Librarians don’t come across as folks who storm the Bastille. But when the 118th annual meeting of the American Association of Law Libraries met in Portland this week under a banner exhorting the group to “Be Bold,” deep thoughts about the Dewey decimal system gave...
A&O Shearman’s Incoming Associate Class Gets Ready For Epic Bar Trip — See Also
Waiting Is The Hardest Part: A&O Shearman incoming associates won’t start job until January 2026. I’m Not Even Sure What Law School Quality Of Life Even Means: But some schools seem to ace it. Like A Bad Penny, Alina Habba Keeps On Turning Up: Screw the rule of...
Retired Judge Tapped to Fill Vacancy on State Appellate Bench, Administrators Say
"I can think of no one better to honor filling this vacancy with than Judge Hackett. Judge Hackett nobly served as a judge in Madison County for 18 years. The citizens of the district will best be served by someone of his stature until they have the opportunity to...
Trump Trade Duel Has Brazilian Lawyers on High Alert
The threat of a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports has placed the world's 10th-biggest economy in the center of geopolitical tensions. The threat of a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports has placed the world's 10th-biggest economy in the center of geopolitical...
An ‘Army’ Of Lawyers From Small Firms Are Ready To Wage War Against Trump’s Bad Legal Policies
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I don’t know if the administration knew how many little guys are out there…. We’re the last line of defense, it seems. — Michael H. Ansell, a solo practitioner in Morristown, New Jersey, in comments given to...
Alina Habba Is So Back, Baby
(Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)The president’s personal lawyer Alina Habba is once again the acting US Attorney for New Jersey. It appears that news of her departure was greatly exaggerated… or at least premature. Habba had no prosecutorial experience before Trump...
Lawyers Shouldn’t Refer Some Matters To Other Attorneys
Since lawyers usually cannot handle all of the matters that cross their desks, attorney referrals are a huge part of the legal industry. Oftentimes, referrals are good for both attorneys involved — the referring attorney can maintain contact with other lawyers and...
Lawyers Already Numb To Inflation
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025 Legal Risk Index Report by Embroker, what percentage of legal professionals say inflation is a top worry? Hint: Last year 52% listed inflation as a top concern. See the answer on...
With Democracy Practice, Kline & Specter Takes a National Aim
"We aren't charging for any of this work. But we are excited to contribute to these causes, and the professional satisfaction this brings is the best form of compensation,” co-founder Shainin Specter said of efforts including a case seeking to allow Pennsylvania...
Chicago Jury Returns Defense Verdict in $2B Trial Over Pit Traders
Friday's verdict for CME Group Inc. and its subsidiary, The Board of Trade of the City of Chicago Inc., comes in a class trial in Cook County Circuit Court that involved thousands of former pit traders who sought compensation following the shift to screen-based...
Litigation Trends to Watch: Cases Surge over AI Business Solutions, Drug Trial Miscues and Sporting Goods Price Fixing
Major software companies are facing patent claims over their use of AI to combat cyberattacks. Major software companies are facing patent claims over their use of AI to combat cyberattacks.
Lawyer Turned Novelist Pens The Perfect Summer Read
In this episode of The Jabot, I interview attorney and author Audrey Ingram, who shares her compelling transition from a law career to writing. Explore Audrey’s journey, motherhood’s role in her life choices, and get a glimpse of her new novel, The Summer We Ran,...
The 100 Largest Law Firms In New York (2024)
There are many different and exciting ways to rank law firms. How prestigious are they? How much money are they making? How much take-home cash do partners earn? How big are they? Yes, size continues to matter when it comes to Biglaw, and thankfully, the New York Law...
Differing Discrimination Allegations Cleared to Proceed Against Boston Catering Company, Judge Rules
Former employees of ezCater, which connects businesses with restaurants and caterers, alleged they were discriminated against based on their gender, race and/or pregnancy and retaliated against for complaining about the alleged discrimination. Former employees...
US Justice Department Files Appeal in Wilmer Executive Order Case
In a statement Friday, a Wilmer spokesperson said the firm remains confident it will succeed. In a statement Friday, a Wilmer spokesperson said the firm remains confident it will succeed.
Major Biglaw Firm Delays Start Date For Some Incoming Associates
A&O Shearman is one of the nine Biglaw firms that kissed Donald Trump’s ring, inking a deal (over the pleas of associates) promising $125 million in pro bono payola to conservative causes and clients. Now some folks will have to wait a little bit longer to start...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
Ed. Note: A weekly roundup of just a few items from Howard Bashman’s How Appealing blog, the Web’s first blog devoted to appellate litigation. Check out these stories and more at How Appealing. “Alina Habba Is Named Acting U.S. Attorney in New Jersey; Ms. Habba’s...
Supreme Court’s Message to Federal Judges: Don’t Reinstate Officials Fired by Trump
A case involving the Consumer Product Safety Commission is the latest example of the Supreme Court policing the ability of lower courts to block or reverse actions by the White House. A case involving the Consumer Product Safety Commission is the latest example...
Progressive Insurance Wins Round in Class Action
"It's important to properly identify the elements of the plaintiffs' claims and evaluate the appropriateness of class certification in light of those elements," Jeff Cashdan of King & Spalding, counsel for Progressive, said. "That's the important teaching from...
A $10M Interpretation: Federal Judge Says Jury ‘More Likely’ Awarded $15M in Trade-Secrets Verdict, Not $25M
Both parties disputed the total amount awarded, with the plaintiff claiming the jury intended to award $25 million total in three separate portions and the defendants arguing there is only one $15 million award. Both parties disputed the total amount awarded,...
Supreme Court To Lower Courts: Ignore Actual Binding Precedent, Follow Our Unexplained Shadow Docket Vibes Instead
(Photographer: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg)The Supreme Court’s shadow docket has become a lawless mess. The justices are issuing extremely consequential rulings with either no explanation at all, or with barely a paragraph of reasoning. No full briefing. No oral...
Law Schools With The Most Competitive Students v. Law Schools With The Best Quality Of Life (2025)
Are you searching for a law school where you can actually have a social life? Of course you are! But would that social life be dampered by ultra-competitive classmates? These are questions well worth asking before you plop down a deposit to reserve your seat for the...
Today on Legaltech Week: It’s A Hallucination Hullabaloo, As Lawyers and Judges Get In AI Hot Water; Plus Our AALL Post-Mortem and More
Join us live at 3 p.m. E.T. today for Legaltech Week — our weekly breakdown of the top stories in legal tech — as we have not one, not two, not three, but four new stories about AI hallucinations in legal matters, including one where the fictitious filing was by a...
DOJ Files Appeal in Wilmer Executive Order Case
In a statement Friday, a Wilmer spokesperson said the firm remains confident it will succeed. In a statement Friday, a Wilmer spokesperson said the firm remains confident it will succeed.
A ‘Necessity’ Now in Big Law: Why Law Firms Are Adding Business Leaders
Law firms have continued to create and fill C-suite roles with business experts—or at least business-first lawyers—as Big Law continues getting bigger and more profitable. Law firms have continued to create and fill C-suite roles with business experts—or at...
Court Kicks Lawyers Off Case After Finding Fake AI Cases In Filings
Back in May, Butler Snow received a particularly irate order to show cause. The firm represented the Alabama Department of Corrections in case where an inmate was stabbed 20 times — not 20 times in one sitting, 20 different times — and the inmate objected to the...
Guest Post: Ken Crutchfield on Agentic AI in Legal and the Critical Need for Human Supervision
OpenAI just dropped a game-changer: ChatGPT Agent can now access your calendar, communicate with external systems, and perform tasks autonomously on your behalf. For legal professionals, this isn’t just another AI update — it’s a glimpse into a future where AI doesn’t...
How I Made Firm Managing Partner: ‘Always Seek to Do the Right Thing, Even If It Is Not the Popular Thing,’ Says James Adams of Brooks Pierce
"Be honest and truthful; follow through on your commitments; go the extra mile for your firm, partners, and clients; and always seek to do the right thing, even if it is not the popular thing. People will then know you are dependable and will lead selflessly with...
Former Biglaw Partner Disbarred After Pleading Guilty To Attempting To Sext A Minor
In 2023, Daniel Waxman was a partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, leading their torts practice in the New York office. But his legal career came screeching to a halt in June 2023, when Waxman was arrested for attempting to meet up with a 14-year-old girl he was...
Can You Make Biglaw Money At A Plaintiffs Firm?
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. What we understand is that the firms that are paying the most also often give the highest bonuses, and there are reasons for that. Those are the firms that are really competing with [Biglaw] for talent, that’s...
Morning Docket: 07.25.25
* Trump withdraws Habba’s nomination so he can avoid statute the prevents nominee from serving as Acting U.S. Attorney… even though the statute actually says she’s blocked from holding the job if her name was ever submitted for nomination. But surely the devoted...
Coalition Of 28 Organizations Urge Congress To Extend ACA Enhanced Tax Credits
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What Are Law Firm Leaders Reading This Summer?
If you're stuck for what to read over the holidays, the U.K.'s top lawyers are here to help. If you're stuck for what to read over the holidays, the U.K.'s top lawyers are here to help.
Mayer Brown Lateral Cut Loose Over Social Media Posts Highlights ‘Uneven’ Vetting Process in Big Law
Mayer Brown terminated partner David Kreisler within two months of his hiring after becoming aware of social media posts on X. Mayer Brown terminated partner David Kreisler within two months of his hiring after becoming aware of social media posts on...
Briefs and Bridles: Inside Litigator Geoff Weisbart’s Passion For Horse Breeding and Aviation
In this week's Legal Speak episode, we return to our Litigators With Hobbies series. Texas Lawyer litigation reporter Laura Lorek explores Weisbart Springer Storm Hatchitt partner Geoff Weisbart's passion for horse breeding and aviation. In this week's Legal...
Should You Be ‘Vibe Lawyering’ with Generative AI?
Should lawyers take a page out of the coders’ book and start embracing “vibe lawyering”? iManage's Paul Walker has three great tips. The post Should You Be ‘Vibe Lawyering’ with Generative AI? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.In...
2 Biggest Proxy Advisers Sue Texas AG Over New Law Limiting Advice on ESG, DEI
"Whenever Glass Lewis' speech reflects certain viewpoints disfavored by the government, the Act compels Glass Lewis to broadcast the government's contrary viewpoint and publicly condemn itself," states a suit filed Thursday by Glass Lewis & Co. "Whenever...
FordHarrison Sees Demand ‘Through the Roof’ for Counsel on Trump Administration’s Labor Law Enforcement
The Atlanta-based midsize firm is adding new partners in New York and Florida to help clients adjust to policy changes. The Atlanta-based midsize firm is adding new partners in New York and Florida to help clients adjust to policy changes.
Religious Claims Provide 3rd Circuit Win for Proposed Safe Injection Site in Phila., Following Years of Setbacks
The appellate court concluded that Safehouse, an injection site that seeks to provide overdose prevention services, was protected under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and the free exercise clause, following years of litigation with the government. The...
FDA Sued Over Allegedly Defective Spinal Cord Stimulators
A dozen lawsuits have been filed over spinal cord stimulators, which are medical devices surgically implanted to reduce chronic back pain. The suits name device manufacturers, such as Abbott and Medtronic, but also the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. A dozen...
Divided FCC Approves Skydance Media-Paramount Global Merger
The FCC's approval came amid speculation that Paramount's CBS subsidiary went to extraordinary lengths to appease the Trump administration to gain the governmental OK. The FCC's approval came amid speculation that Paramount's CBS subsidiary went to extraordinary...
Law Firm Disrupted: Why Managing Partners Are Talking About Leadership Once Again
“How should managing partners be spending their time? one firm chair asked aloud during a recent group discussion. “I think they should spend it talking to their partners. “How should managing partners be spending their time? one firm chair asked aloud during a...
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It Was The Left Of Times, It Was The Right Of Times — See Also
Wonder Which Law Schools Have The Strongest Political Skew?: Make your guesses then read this list! $200M Is A Little Too Late: Trump’s legal “wins” are getting overshadowed by huge media losses. Can’t Make This Up: Federal judge claws back opinion after discovering...
Dispensary’s Case Helps Shape Stacked Taxes Regulations by ‘Local Government,’ Armstrong Teasdale Attorneys Say
The majority concluded that only one local government is authorized to impose a 3% sales tax on all retail sales of non-medical marijuana sold within that political subdivision. The majority concluded that only one local government is authorized to impose a 3%...
A Look At The ‘Volatility’ Of The Partnership Ranks
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the latest Partner Satisfaction Survey, powered by Leopard Solutions, what percentage of law firm partners lateraled within the last five years? Hint: The turnover in the partnership...
What FDA and USDA’s New Pursuit of ‘Ultra-Processed Foods’ Definition Means for Emerging Litigation
A recent move from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture may end up giving the term 'ultraprocessed foods' some more weight, with the agencies announcing Wednesday that they are working to create a federally recognized definition of...
Treasury’s FinCEN Will ‘Revisit’ Anti-Money Laundering Rule for Investment Advisers
Private investment advisers have served as an entry point into U.S. markets for foreign investors using illicit finance associated with fraud, tax evasion and corruption, according to a 2024 Treasury Department report. Investors from Russia and China have invested...
GC’s Disclosures of Former Client Info Not Protected by Whistleblower Laws, State High Court Rules
“Whether the disclosures were the acts of a disgruntled, recently-terminated employee or of a dutiful public servant, McCarty knowingly disclosed client information in violation of his sworn duty of confidentiality. No matter how noteworthy his disclosure may have...
The Client Service A-Team: Ranking The Biglaw Superheroes Of Client Service (2025)
Which Biglaw firms are most beloved by general counsel for their superior client service? In 2024, with few rough waters for firms, it was generally smooth sailing until early 2025, when Trump came roaring in with enough executive orders and policy changes to make...
Law Firms Are Dipping into Profit Pools to Fight Trump
Sources estimated that the cost of litigating against the Trump administration may be $5 million or more in a year. And litigating an appeal may be $500,000 per month. Sources estimated that the cost of litigating against the Trump administration may be $5...
Justice Department Sues New York City, Adding to Its Series of Complaints Over ‘Sanctuary City’ Policies
Elsewhere, in western New York, U.S. District Judge Frank Geraci declined to "open the floodgates" to intervenors in a previous, similar lawusit, saying the New York Civil Libertarian Union's slate of clients' “informed, unique perspectives on the purpose and benefits...
This Judge’s Work Was Riddled With Errors: Lawyers Caught It
It's unclear whether the errors were generated by artificial intelligence. But the mistakes brought to mind the criticism faced by attorneys who have filed AI-generated documents in court that were found to contain inaccuracies. It's unclear whether the errors...
Federal Judge Pulls Opinion With Fake Quotes And YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS!
Ready to cross another milestone on the legal profession’s march into slop? Too bad! Because we’re already here. We’ve had lawyers citing fake cases excreted from generative AI without ever learning their lesson for a while now, but these errors get quickly caught by...
Let’s Grab Coffee: How Investing $1,000 A Year In Yourself Will Supercharge Your Career
Your career is yours. It’s not your firm’s. It’s not your boss’s. It’s yours. And because it’s yours, it’s your responsibility to invest in it. Some of you are fortunate to have firms that will cover the costs of your marketing efforts. Some may provide you with a...
Trump Administration Strong-arms ~$200M Out Of Columbia During His Worst Time To Ever Hustle Someone Out Of Millions
Let’s be honest — this is one of those stories where I’m going to tell you to not fall for the red herring. The title is true enough, BBC has coverage on Columbia’s recent agreement to pay $200M over accusations that it failed to protect Jewish students. However, it...
US Judge Grants $480M Attorney Fee Awards in College Athlete NIL Litigation
"We are very proud of this landmark settlement which will transform the lives of college athletes and bring them tens of billions of dollars in damages and future benefits," Jeffrey Kessler, co-executive chairman of Winston & Strawn, said of the antitrust...
Former FTC Chair Lina Khan Spent $18,870 on Chauffeured Cars, Raising Eyebrows of Inspector General
"Without the former Chair or her staff providing any detailed justification based around safety/security, logistical constraints or the availability of other transportation options submitted for review, it became difficult to determine whether their actions caused the...
South Florida Federal Magistrate Judge Rises to Chief
On the same day, U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge Jonathan Goodman of the Southern District of Florida will retire from the bench. On the same day, U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge Jonathan Goodman of the Southern District of Florida will retire from the...
Morning Docket: 07.24.25
* Ninth Circuit able to read the plain text of the 14th Amendment, which is news in 2025. [Reuters] * Trump administration trying to do the opposite of that old, “look for the union label” ad. Fails, again. For now. [Bloomberg Law] * Dude, the FBI totally told Trump...
The Law Schools With The Most Conservative And Liberal Students (2025)
The country has never been more divided politically, and whether they’re strongly in favor of President Trump’s policies or adamantly opposed to them, with a battle for the rule of law at stake, people have been inspired to go to law school as a means to somehow...
LegalOn Closes $50M Series E, Partners With OpenAI To Develop Advanced AI Agents
The post LegalOn Closes $50M Series E, Partners With OpenAI To Develop Advanced AI Agents appeared first on Above the Law.LegalOn Technologies, a global company that provides AI-driven software for contract review and matter management, has closed a $50 million Series...
Improving Your Cybersecurity Today: 10 Tips to Take Your Firm’s Security from Good to Great
This two-part series summarizes modern security practices as advised by NIST's latest guidelines, a framework that prioritizes proactive, resilient and user-friendly strategies. Part One of the series, published in last month's issue, offered 10 must-know tips to...
Service Provider Management, Not Selection, Determines RFP Success
Many law firms are fixated on insuring they choose the right service provider. Granted the right partner is important, however it's not the service provider you select; it's how that service provider is managed that determines success. Many law firms are fixated...
GameStop Customers Sue Retailer for Undisclosed, ‘Unnecessary’ Warranty Fees
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The Myth Of All-American Drugs And What Trump’s Tariffs Miss About Pharma Supply Chains
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Why Some Lawyers Succeed And Others Don’t: It’s Not What You Think
From time to time, I come up with what I call “FRETZINISMS.” These are unique quotes that pop into my head and need to be written down immediately, because sometimes they’re gold. Here’s one I think we can all agree is true: “Procrastination gives you a pass for today...
‘A New and Emerging Threat’: Covington’s Ashden Fein and Micaela McMurrough Explain How to Brace for AI-Fueled Cybersecurity Risks
While there are existing legal frameworks, McMurrough and Fein said, companies can prepare by examining their posture for dealing with particular types of risks. While there are existing legal frameworks, McMurrough and Fein said, companies can prepare by...
What’s Next for Lawyers Amid U.S. Attorney Upheaval, Uncharted Path?
Speak Up for Justice, a group that promotes judicial independence, has set a public forum to protest U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi's use of the term "rogue" to describe New Jersey judges. Branding judges as rogue "wasn't just a swipe. It was a tactic," the group...
Biglaw Return-To-Office Drive Opens Door To Passive-Aggressive Hostage Negotiation Over Bonuses
Partners have reportedly taken a break from the million-dollar summer homes their associates toil to make possible to let the rabble know that their hefty bonuses might be “in jeopardy” because they haven’t done enough hallway waving this quarter. To be clear, the...
Partner Who Wrote About AI Ethics, Fired For Citing Fake AI Cases
Most of the time, when a lawyer unwittingly cites a bunch of fake cases spit out by artificial intelligence, it’s because they never bothered to figure out how the product worked or even superficially consider the ethical implications. They plead with the judge that...
Ex-Biglaw Associate Wants You To Know His Former Firm Was Trying To Keep Its Trumpiness On The DL
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Actually, speaking as a former employee, none of this (Trump Media deal, subtle DEI rollbacks, etc.) was ever openly addressed. Since the firm advertises its commitment to socially progressive causes – found on...
Trump DOJ’s Keystone Kops Fire Alina Habba Replacement Without Realizing That Has Nothing To Do With It
(Photo by Julia Demaree Nikhinson – Pool/Getty Images)In one of the more stupid episodes in an already stupid run of them, Pam Bondi gushed to social media that the Trump administration would stand up to “politically minded” judges and fire Desiree Leigh Grace, the...
Grammar Changes the Case Outcome — Again
Teddy Snyder | Get To The Point has previously discussed how naming a series of items in a document can be a pitfall. Well, it happened again. The post Grammar Changes the Case Outcome — Again appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Get To...
Opaque Starting Salaries Hinder Plaintiffs Firms as They Increasingly Vie With Big Law for Talent
“Law students typically, and lawyers in general, are among the most risk-averse people in society and do not like the unknown of pay, explained National Plaintiffs Law Association co-president Brennan Caruthers. “Law students typically, and lawyers in general,...
9th Circuit Blocks Trump Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
One month after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled district courts invalidly issue nationwide injunctions, the federal appeals court upheld a national block on President Donald Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship was warranted. One month after the U.S....
Canceling Colbert Could Be Price of Paramount-Skydance Merger Under Trump, Law Profs Say
Ever since the Watergate scandal brought down Richard Nixon's presidency, it has been the norm for presidents to stay out of the Department of Justice's enforcement decisions—but Trump “does seem to play by different rules, said University of Michigan antitrust law...
Boston Lawyer Faces Sanctions After AI Tool Generated ‘Nightmare of Mistakes’
A federal judge is considering sanctions against Boston-based Cervantes Law, which claims to have inadvertently used a Microsoft artificial intelligence-based tool called Copilot to alter quotes in case citations. A federal judge is considering sanctions against...
Building A Successful CLE: Leveraging Your Program For Career Advancement
Getty ImagesEd. note: This is the fifth post in a series. In our last article, we focused on crafting a compelling Ethics CLE — one that goes beyond compliance to spark real conversation and reflection. Now, we zoom out. Because whether you’re teaching ethics,...
Wisconsin Institute For Law And Liberty Wins Right To Not Support Minorities
Were you one of the attorneys barred in Wisconsin losing sleep because pennies on the dollar of your bar dues went to diversifying the profession? Fret no longer! After devoting hours upon hours to this most precious cause, the Wisconsin Institutite for Law and...
Clorox’s Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Reveals Embarrassing Security Protocol
When most people think of hacking, they probably think of some Matrix-like montage of all-black suits, otherworldy tech savvy, and an obligatory “I’m in” once everything goes as planned: Lo and behold: movies and YouTube shorts may not be the most accurate reflections...
Some Great — If Obvious — Advice For The Biglaw Biter
So… everyone’s been talking about the Biglaw Biter. Not exclusively in Biglaw circles, or even just within the legal profession, but like Page Six is talking about the story that Above the Law broke. Hell, it’s even gone international. There’s been speculation about...
Lawyers Hit Turning Point On AI
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025 Legal Risk Index Report by Embroker, what percentage of legal professionals say they use AI in their day-to-day work? Hint: Last year only 22% said they use AI — what a difference...
An Opportunity To Chew The Cud — See Also
Some Well-Meaning Advice For The Biglaw Biter: There are some personality quirks you leave at the office door. It Isn’t Enough To Go The 2100+ Hour Distance: King & Spalding also needs you to do it at the office for some reason. The ‘I Don’t Doodle’ Defense Isn’t...
Ninth Circuit Reverses $8M NFT Trademark Win for Bored Ape Creator
“Trademark rights are limited rights and they allow you to prevent confusion but they do not allow you to prevent criticism, said Louis W. Tompros, a partner at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr. “Trademark rights are limited rights and they allow you to...
Divided Supreme Court Allows Trump to Fire Democrats at Independent Safety Agency
"Once again, this Court uses its emergency docket to destroy the independence of an independent agency, as established by Congress," wrote dissenting Justice Elena Kagan. "Once again, this Court uses its emergency docket to destroy the independence of an...
A ‘Staggering’ Number: Privacy Trial Against Meta, Reproductive Health App Underway With Potentially Billions at Stake
The trial in a class action against Meta Platforms Inc. and Flo Health, a menstrual period and pregnancy tracking app, is underway in San Francisco—and the amount of damages at stake, said an expert, could be "unprecedented." The trial in a class action against...
Manufacturers Remain on the Hook for Clean Drinking Water Deliveries, Federal Judge Rules
U.S. District Judge Margaret R. Guzman for the District of Massachusetts partially granted a group of Massachusetts residents' request for a preliminary injunction requiring the defendants to continue delivering water to homes with allegedly unsafe drinking...
Coinbase Faces Shareholder Suit in Delaware Court of Chancery
The complaint alleges starting when the cryptocurrency exchange went public in April 2021, Coinbase misrepresented the safety of customers' assets by not disclosing that if Coinbase filed for bankruptcy, some or all of those assets might be lost. The complaint...
Combating Antisemitism, Big Law Looks to ‘Meet the Moment’ With Pro Bono Work
“Law firms, to their credit, have really stepped up to meet the moment, at a pro bono level, said James Pasch, vice president of litigation at the Anti-Defamation League. “Law firms, to their credit, have really stepped up to meet the moment, at a pro bono...
The World’s Top Court Opens Door to Climate Reparations in Historic Advisory Opinion
The International Court of Justice ruled that a healthy environment is a human right and countries must address the "existential threat" of climate change. The International Court of Justice ruled that a healthy environment is a human right and countries must...
Kroger Hires Dinsmore Veteran as GC, Bringing in a Steadying Hand in Period of Tumult
George Vincent is replacing Christine Wheatley, the latest in a series of C-suite changes at the company since its $25 billion purchase of Albertsons unraveled. George Vincent is replacing Christine Wheatley, the latest in a series of C-suite changes at the...
DOJ Appeals Court Order Reinstating Fired National Credit Union Administration Members
"Defendants have made a strong showing that they are likely to succeed on the merits," U.S. Department of Justice attorneys wrote in a motion for a stay pending appeal seeking to pause U.S. District Judge Amir H. Ali's permanent injunction order reinstating two...
Report Shows 37% of E-Discovery Professionals Now Using AI, With Cloud Adopters Leading the Charge
Adoption of generative artificial intelligence among legal professionals involved in e-discovery is accelerating rapidly, with 37% of them now actively using the technology in their work, compared to 12% two years ago, according to the newly released 2025 Ediscovery...
Universal Migrator’s July 2025 Update Adds 5 New Connectors
Universal Migrator has announced its July 2025 update, introducing five new connectors to its migration platform, and expanding its library to more than 130 available connectors. The latest additions include CaseCloud, CityLaw, DocRio, Surepoint LMS, and Vimeo. About...
Boeing Hit With Lawsuit for 787 Dreamliner Crash in South Korea, According to Chicago Filing
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Top Biglaw Firm To Open An Office In Silicon Valley
Biglaw firms continue to open their doors in cities where business is booming, and the latest firm to do so is Eversheds Sutherland. The firm — which brought in $1,480,000,000 gross revenue in 2024, putting it at No. 7 on the UK Top 50 — is opening up shop in Silicon...