"With greater regulatory clarity, the NFT industry now has the potential to grow exponentially, attracting new entrants, institutional participation and new innovative uses for NFTs and use of blockchain tech without fear of regulatory reprisal," said George S....

The private Christian school claims the fictional NBA team in “Running Point has “too many similarities in its name, logo and colors to be coincidental and wants no affiliation with the comedy's “raunchy humor and “offensive themes.       The private Christian school...

Elon Musk's DOGE is in the crosshairs over the collection of personal and financial data.       Elon Musk's DOGE is in the crosshairs over the collection of personal and financial data.       

In a Feb. 20 letter, the acting solicitor general wrote that the “multiple layers of removal protections for administrative law judges, or ALJs, constrained presidential authority in violation of Article II of the U.S. Constitution.       In a Feb. 20 letter, the...

Karen Friedman Agnifilo cited possible search and seizure issues and complained New York City public officials had appeared in a documentary discussing evidence that had not yet been given to the defense team.       Karen Friedman Agnifilo cited possible search and...

The tribunal's decision is a blow to Innsworth Advisors, the funder behind the case, which had argued the settlement struck was too low a sum.       The tribunal's decision is a blow to Innsworth Advisors, the funder behind the case, which had argued the settlement...

Two Am Law 50 leaders have set a standard, and now many others may be looking to follow.       Two Am Law 50 leaders have set a standard, and now many others may be looking to follow.       

“When you're standing up a legal ops or transformation team, it's easy to get distracted by AI or other sexy' tech projects, said Lauren Ziegelaar, manager of legal operations for Australian mining giant BHP. “But the biggest wins come from foundational...

"There is no reason to believe companies are genuinely eliminating DEI—they are just going to hide it better," said Paul Chesser of the National Legal and Policy Center.       "There is no reason to believe companies are genuinely eliminating DEI—they are just going...

“We invested in white-collar, IP, private credit and congressional investigations, said chair Herbert Washer. “And all contributed meaningfully to the results.       “We invested in white-collar, IP, private credit and congressional investigations, said chair Herbert...

The Seattle-headquartered Am Law 100 saw its managing partner abruptly step down in 2024, but that didn't stand in the way of double-digit increases to revenue and PEP.       The Seattle-headquartered Am Law 100 saw its managing partner abruptly step down in 2024, but...

Paul Clement, an appellate lawyer at Clement & Murphy who served as U.S. Solicitor General, will appear to offer “adversarial testing to the request from both Department of Justice and Eric Adams attorneys to dismiss the case, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho ruled on...

"As the Court has explained, States possess 'no authority to override' Congress's 'decision to subject state' officials 'to liability for violations of federal rights,'" Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote.       "As the Court has explained, States possess 'no authority to...

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher has filed multiple suits on behalf or organizations that provide legal services to immigrants, and Jones Day continues to provide services through its Laredo, Texas-based "Border Project." But other firms that once were highly visible in...

Sidley Austin, Simpson Thacher, Norton Rose, White & Case, among others, all announced new corporate partners this week in major markets.       Sidley Austin, Simpson Thacher, Norton Rose, White & Case, among others, all announced new corporate partners this...

“Succession planning is essential to every lawyer's practice, proactively protecting clients and colleagues in the event of the lawyer's disability or death. The ABA page has a link to a document that lists each state's requirement related to succession planning. If...

"The plaintiffs are contending that we should confer personal jurisdiction over a foreign company that merely mailed invoices to and communicated electronically with Georgia citizens," Georgia Court of Appeals Presiding Judge Stephen Dillard said.       "The...

"The plaintiffs are contending that we should confer personal jurisdiction over a foreign company that merely mailed invoices to and communicated electronically with Georgia citizens," Georgia Court of Appeals Presiding Judge Stephen Dillard said.       "The...

"And after millions in legal costs and fees, countless employee hours, and years of protracted litigation, we have successfully protected our customers' rights, and held the SEC accountable," Coinbase said Friday.       "And after millions in legal costs and fees,...

"And after millions in legal costs and fees, countless employee hours, and years of protracted litigation, we have successfully protected our customers' rights, and held the SEC accountable," Coinbase said Friday.       "And after millions in legal costs and fees,...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley Shareholder Rosalyn "Sia" Baker-Barnes opens up about her journey toward becoming the first Black woman to serve as President of the Florida Bar Association.       In this week's Legal...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley Shareholder Rosalyn "Sia" Baker-Barnes opens up about her journey toward becoming the first Black woman to serve as President of the Florida Bar Association.       In this week's Legal...

As the firm restructures its leadership, Weil is losing at least five partners to three different firms.       As the firm restructures its leadership, Weil is losing at least five partners to three different firms.       

On Thursday, the son of an Orange County judge accused of murdering his wife in 2023 took the stand to provide eyewitness testimony in a jury trial that kicked off this week.       On Thursday, the son of an Orange County judge accused of murdering his wife in 2023...

After turning over more than 1,300 documents to the Federal Trade Commission, the fast food giant is turning its attention to subpoenas from pharmacy benefit managers the agency accuses of artificially inflating insulin prices.       After turning over more than 1,300...

"Practice and learn how to run an effective meeting where the attendees each receive something of value in exchange for their time."       "Practice and learn how to run an effective meeting where the attendees each receive something of value in exchange for their...

"Practice and learn how to run an effective meeting where the attendees each receive something of value in exchange for their time."       "Practice and learn how to run an effective meeting where the attendees each receive something of value in exchange for their...

"The Court concludes that [Cathy] Harris has established a strong likelihood of success on the merits, that irreparable harm is likely to occur in the absence of injunctive relief, and that the public interest weighs in favor of enjoining Defendants' actions," U.S....

On Jan. 24, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up a petition filed by Laboratory Corp. of America on whether judges should certify class actions with uninjured members.       The U.S. Supreme Court could finally rule on a key question in class actions, often raised...

On Jan. 24, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up a petition filed by Laboratory Corp. of America on whether judges should certify class actions with uninjured members.       On Jan. 24, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up a petition filed by Laboratory Corp....

For those opposed to the criticism of judges, it comes down to concern for the rule of law and safety of the judiciary. Some industry groups have spoken out.       For those opposed to the criticism of judges, it comes down to concern for the rule of law and safety of...

The firm, which had been at its old location since its merger with Crosby Heafey in 2002, needed more space to house its 47 staff and growing roster of 63 attorneys.       The firm, which had been at its old location since its merger with Crosby Heafey in 2002, needed...

The firm, which had been at its old location since its merger with Crosby Heafey in 2002, needed more space to house its 47 staff and growing roster of 63 attorneys.       The firm, which had been at its old location since its merger with Crosby Heafey in 2002, needed...

The U.S. General Services Administration said it made the change, or "deviation," to implement President Donald Trump's executive order ending “illegal discrimination.        The U.S. General Services Administration said it made the change, or "deviation," to...

In opening statements, Jose Baez told a jury in Manhattan that JPMorganChase falsely accused his client of fraud in order to recoup losses after a risky acquisition. Prosecutors claim she created a fake data set to induce the acquisition.       In opening statements,...

In opening statements, Jose Baez told a jury in Manhattan that JPMorganChase falsely accused his client of fraud in order to recoup losses after a risky acquisition. Prosecutors claim she created a fake data set to induce the acquisition.       In opening statements,...

Lawyers for broker-dealer Alpine Securities Corp. took aim at the private enforcement powers of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority in a new Supreme Court appeal that could spell trouble for the self-regulatory body.       Lawyers for broker-dealer Alpine...

Lawyers for broker-dealer Alpine Securities Corp. took aim at the private enforcement powers of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority in a new Supreme Court appeal that could spell trouble for the self-regulatory body.       Lawyers for broker-dealer Alpine...

"Consumers who choose to share driving data through Arity-powered apps can access emergency assistance, track fuel efficiency and unlock personalized insurance rates after a clear notice and explicit opt-in process," Allstate said in a statement.       "Consumers who...

"Consumers who choose to share driving data through Arity-powered apps can access emergency assistance, track fuel efficiency and unlock personalized insurance rates after a clear notice and explicit opt-in process," Allstate said in a statement.       "Consumers who...

“We had so many things going for us as a firm. We had to work together, we had to collaborate, we had all the pieces and needed to put them together. I gave the partners the call to action, and they answered it, said firm chairman Peter Michaud, who also oversaw a...

“We had so many things going for us as a firm. We had to work together, we had to collaborate, we had all the pieces and needed to put them together. I gave the partners the call to action, and they answered it, said firm chairman Peter Michaud, who also oversaw a...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into DeepSeek and the artificial intelligence's app possible connections to the Chinese Communist Party. Texas has banned the app from all personal and state-owned devices connected to the state's computer...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into DeepSeek and the artificial intelligence's app possible connections to the Chinese Communist Party. Texas has banned the app from all personal and state-owned devices connected to the state's computer...

Even with equity tier growth, McDermott's average PEP surged by nearly 22%.       Even with equity tier growth, McDermott's average PEP surged by nearly 22%.       

Even with equity tier growth, McDermott's average PEP surged by nearly 22%.       Even with equity tier growth, McDermott's average PEP surged by nearly 22%.       

After seeing double-digit percentage growth the year prior, Venable increased its gross revenue by over 5% to $858.2 million in fiscal year 2024.       Washington, D.C. law firm Venable saw gross revenue rise by more than 5% to $858.2 million last year — moderate...

"The Executive Orders should be declared unlawful, and the agency Defendants should be enjoined from enforcing or implementing them," counsel for the plaintiffs wrote in a complaint naming President Donald Trump and multiple cabinet members as defendants.       "The...

"Lots of emotions swirl inside me as I leave what so far has been the pinnacle of my career, " departing Chief Legal Officer Jill Marchant wrote on LinkedIn.        Jill Marchant is stepping down as chief legal officer of Hallmark Cards after more than seven years in...

The high court's order thrusts lawmakers back into a debate in which the Democratic majority has steadfastly stood with court-employed certified shorthand reporters who oppose expanding the use of electronic recording.       The high court's order thrusts lawmakers...

A year's worth of Am Law 200 hiring data, Big Law's flurry of government hires, candid advice from top firm leaders to lateral partners, a look at how "serial laterals" are received at firms—and of course, Big Law's Biggest Lateral Hires of 2024.       A year's worth...

This action was surfaced by Law.com Radar, which delivers real-time alerting on new litigation across more than 2,600 state and federal courts. Click here to get started and be first to act on opportunities in your region, practice area or client sector.       This...

Partners have approved plans for integration, which management hopes will improve profitability and cut costs, after years of delays due to opposition.       Partners have approved plans for integration, which management hopes will improve profitability and cut costs,...

"This announcement harkens back to the SEC's traditional mission: investigating fraud and charging fraud that impacts investors," said Scott Armstrong, a principal at McGovern Weems and a former federal prosecutor who served as senior leadership in cases involving...

"This announcement harkens back to the SEC's traditional mission: investigating fraud and charging fraud that impacts investors," said Scott Armstrong, a principal at McGovern Weems and a former federal prosecutor who served as senior leadership in cases involving...

By taking a proactive approach, law firms can navigate the complexities of use tax and avoid potential penalties by obtaining guidance.       By taking a proactive approach, law firms can navigate the complexities of use tax and avoid potential penalties by obtaining...

By taking a proactive approach, law firms can navigate the complexities of use tax and avoid potential penalties by obtaining guidance.       By taking a proactive approach, law firms can navigate the complexities of use tax and avoid potential penalties by obtaining...

Latham, Jenner and others have made compensation tweaks that benefit both top performers and others throughout the partnership.       Latham, Jenner and others have made compensation tweaks that benefit both top performers and others throughout the...

In a move that may clear the path for app stores to exert more control over deleting third-party apps, a California federal judge has denied music-streaming company Musi's motion to force Apple to reinstate its app on the Apple app store, which it removed in September...

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) stands at a critical juncture heading into 2025. Federal agencies are grappling with mounting backlogs, increasingly complex data landscapes, and rising cybersecurity threats. As a new administration takes office, the urgency to...

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) stands at a critical juncture heading into 2025. Federal agencies are grappling with mounting backlogs, increasingly complex data landscapes, and rising cybersecurity threats. As a new administration takes office, the urgency to...

“I think that the creation of chaos certainly seems intentional, Kayleigh Baker, an attorney and senior consultant with TNG Consulting, told Law.com. “That makes it very hard for everyone to catch their breath and figure out the actual implications of any one set of...