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303 Creative Web Designer Needs Somebody To Cover Her Legal Fees
Rejecting business AND owing your lawyers money? Pick a struggle! The post 303 Creative Web Designer Needs Somebody To Cover Her Legal Fees appeared first on Above the Law.Getting the Supreme Court to decide that businesses have a constitutional right to discriminate...
Nikki Haley Threatens Legal Action Because Her Supporters Are More Principled Than She Is
Nikki Haley sends cease & desist to 'Haley Voters For Harris,' and they tell her that's not how any of this works. The post Nikki Haley Threatens Legal Action Because Her Supporters Are More Principled Than She Is appeared first on Above the Law.Sad Nikki Haley...
Rudy Giuliani Compares His Criminal Case To George Washington, Judge Not Amused
Would we treat George Washington this way? You know, if George Washington ever tried a coup. The post Rudy Giuliani Compares His Criminal Case To George Washington, Judge Not Amused appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)After taunting...
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Hopes Lawyers Who ‘Believe In The Rule Of Law’ Will Vote For Kamala Harris
He says he 'can’t even imagine a future for the rule of law' if Trump is elected to the presidency. The post Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Hopes Lawyers Who ‘Believe In The Rule Of Law’ Will Vote For Kamala Harris appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Drew...
Navigating The AI Revolution: What You Need To Know If Your Marketing Agency Uses AI
How much more efficient and effective does AI actually make marketing agencies? The post Navigating The AI Revolution: What You Need To Know If Your Marketing Agency Uses AI appeared first on Above the Law.Ed note: This article first appeared in Strategies &...
The Sick Man Of Europe
Deutsche Bank has a bit of U.S. commercial real estate-induced Verdauungsstörungen. The post The Sick Man Of Europe appeared first on Above the Law.Deutsche Bank has a bit of U.S. commercial real estate-induced Verdauungsstörungen. The post The Sick Man Of Europe...
The Best Of Biglaw In Intellectual Property
The firm has a strong history in this practice area. The post The Best Of Biglaw In Intellectual Property appeared first on Above the Law.(Image via Getty)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to Vault’s most recent practice area...
This Is Why People Hate Lawyers — See Also
Ohio Supreme Court Rules "Boneless" Means Expect Bones Actually: They also can't differentiate between glorified chicken nuggets and fish fillets. The Call Is Coming From Inside The House: Kagan wishes her colleagues actually had to be ethical. Again. Can't Just...
‘We Are Becoming Scapegoats’: One Year Post-SEC Cybersecurity Disclosure Updates and Impacting Rulings
"We need more accountability for the organization instead of focusing on the security leaders of these companies who, in many instances, have their hands tied by execs and the board," said George Gerchow, faculty of cybersecurity consulting firm IANS Research. "We are...
Massachusetts High Court Resolves Definition of ‘Surface Waters’ in Insurance Dispute Over Flooding Damage
"In sum, we conclude that it is ambiguous whether rainwater accumulation on roofs constitutes 'surface waters' within the meaning of the policies," Associate Justice Scott L. Kafker wrote for the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. "Our conclusion that this language...
Willkie Inks 20 More Years in Midtown Manhattan
New York office managing partner Rosalind Fahey Kruse said the firm will be "undergoing a complete overhaul of the space." Willkie Farr & Gallagher announced Friday that the firm has committed to another 20 years in its 315,000-square-foot office space at...
Bill Puts Family Court Election Hopefuls, and NYC Mayor Adams, on a Quick Timeline
State Senate leaders say Family Courts are in crisis mode—and is still recovering from a pause during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. A newly enacted New York bill that’s set to add 28 new Family Court judges in January is welcomed, but the challenges it...
DOJ: Ex-Pa. Prosecutor’s Statements on 2020 Election Fraud Investigation Misled Public
"I handled this investigation properly from start to finish and my public statements were explicitly approved by the AG or his senior staff," former U.S. attorney David Freed contended. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access...
The Best Way for Growing Law Firms to Expand Their Practice
Rocket Matter Product Spotlight | Rocket Matter NextGen. Built to make a law firm’s day-to-day a whole lot easier, no matter the size of your law firm. The post The Best Way for Growing Law Firms to Expand Their Practice appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for...
Succession Is Inevitable—Good Succession Planning Is Not
There is mass amnesia about how fragile law firms really are. Even storied firms can collapse when their fortunes change—and fortunes can change fast. Law firms owe much of their success to the hard work of baby boom generation senior partners. I know these...
Federal Judge Dismisses Edmund Burke School Shooting Victims’ Negligence Suit Against Assault Rifle Manufacturers
"The complaint does not suggest defendants control such evidence of shooter's reliance and does no more than speculate that shooter, like other young men in Virginia, observed defendants' advertisements," wrote U.S. District Judge Claude M. Hilton for the Eastern...
Morning Docket: 07.26.24
* "Legal conference ruined by porn." Let's not get hasty, have we checked what the legal conference was going to be about before we throw around words like "ruined"? [Roll on Friday] * Elena Kagan wants a Supreme Court ethics law. [Washington Post] * An interview with...
Appeals Court Says Cop Whose Cop Dog Bit Another Cop Is Entitled To Qualified Immunity
From the welcome-to-the-resistance,-officer-dogbit dept The post Appeals Court Says Cop Whose Cop Dog Bit Another Cop Is Entitled To Qualified Immunity appeared first on Above the Law.Huh. Here’s something you definitely don’t see every day. But before we get to the...
Elena Kagan Calls For Supreme Court Ethics Rule With Actual Teeth
I mean *something* has to be done. The post Elena Kagan Calls For Supreme Court Ethics Rule With Actual Teeth appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images)Last year, after getting absolutely hammered on judicial ethics for months, the...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.(Image via Getty)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...
The Law Schools That Are The Best For State Clerkships (2024)
These law schools may help you get local jobs that are in high demand. The post The Law Schools That Are The Best For State Clerkships (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.If you’re a law student who’s interested in a clerkship, but you’ve missed the boat on landing...
Amicus Citations In OT 2022 And 2023
Astute amicus filers are aware of the cases where these briefs will likely play more and less important roles, and file these briefs accordingly. The post Amicus Citations In OT 2022 And 2023 appeared first on Above the Law.On January 24, 2022, the United States...
‘Boneless’ Wings Can Have Bones, Declare Committed Textualists
Try our Jamaican Jerk Boneless Wings... now with more BONES! Thanks to the jerks of the Ohio Supreme Court. The post ‘Boneless’ Wings Can Have Bones, Declare Committed Textualists appeared first on Above the Law.About a year and a half ago, in a ruling striking down...
Panel Backs Extending Newman’s Suspension as Judge Continues Fight Over Misconduct Law
"I didn't think there would be this kind of battle to the death to get rid of me," said Judge Pauline Newman, of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Related Stories'Indefensible & Inexcusable': Ex-Judge Luttig on Role of Lawyers in Lead Up to...
5 Ways to Make the Practice of Law More Zen
Jamie Spannhake | Integrate Zen into your daily routine to enhance your sense of calm and contentedness. The post 5 Ways to Make the Practice of Law More Zen appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.A legal career is often synonymous with...
The 25 Largest Legal Tech Investments Of All Time
From $80 million to $900 million, these legal tech companies are very well-funded. The post The 25 Largest Legal Tech Investments Of All Time appeared first on Above the Law.In reporting yesterday on the record-setting $900 million investment in law practice...
Gateway Pundit Bounced From Bankruptcy For Bad Faith
Their court filings were just as accurate as their articles! The post Gateway Pundit Bounced From Bankruptcy For Bad Faith appeared first on Above the Law.This morning, a judge in Florida issued a scathing ruling booting conservative trollsite The Gateway Pundit out...
Bountiful Biglaw Bucks Are Headed Straight For Kamala’s Campaign Coffers
Lawyers from Biglaw firms are bankrolling Kamala Harris in her run for the White House. The post Bountiful Biglaw Bucks Are Headed Straight For Kamala’s Campaign Coffers appeared first on Above the Law.Kamala Harris (Photo by NOAH BERGER/AFP/Getty Images)Ed. note:...
This Biglaw Firm Is The Best In Antitrust
Congrats! The post This Biglaw Firm Is The Best In Antitrust appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to Vault’s most recent practice area rankings, which Biglaw firm is best in antitrust?Hint: The New...
Is This The Roberts Court Or The Clarence Court?
Chevron's return will tell us whose opinions, concurring or not, really matter. The post Is This The Roberts Court Or The Clarence Court? appeared first on Above the Law.Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty ImagesBack in June, the...
A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers
We really enjoy working with you. The post A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers - Above the Law Skip to content We’d like to express gratitude to our fantastic sponsors here at Above the Law:Adobe Aon CosmoLex...
Congress Is Pitting Roberts Against Thomas — See Also
Is Chevron Really Over?: Congress's attempt to codify Chevron deference is calling Roberts's bluff. You'll Need More Than Innocence: Missouri AG has a penchant for keeping innocent people behind bars. Lawsuit Alleges 89% Isn't White Enough: Looks like Northwestern...
Corporate Counsel Announces Its 2024 Women, Influence and Power in Law Awards!
Corporate Counsel is excited to announce the honorees for our 2024 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards! The WIPL awards honor in-house and law firm women leaders and allies who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the empowerment of women in law. These...
Tractor Supply CEO Says DEI Dust-Up Had No ‘Measurable Impact’
"We learned from others who had gone before us on this and moved fast and tried to remove the perceived political and social agendas from our policies." Tractor Supply CEO Hal Lawton said. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited...
Fox Rothschild Files Fraud Suit Against Digital Banking Platform Scammers Accused of Illegally Transferring $5.7M to Truist Bank Account
Several fraudulent transactions were executed from Le Vian's accounts to the fake beneficiaries with Truist bank accounts. Truist has returned nearly $400,000 in stolen funds, while just short of $1.6 million is still fraudulently held in the accounts, the complaint...
Is This Allstate Subsidiary Shortchanging Policyholders? New Class Action Filed
"[The] plaintiff brings this lawsuit individually and on behalf of all other similarly situated insureds who suffered damages due to Safe Auto's refusal to pay [actual cash value] sales tax and regulatory fees for total-loss vehicles," the complaint...
Bankruptcy Judge Says He May ‘Reconsider’ Dismissal of Rudy Giuliani’s Bankruptcy
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane ordered Giuliani's Chapter 11 proceeding dismissed earlier this month, but said in an order on Thursday he has been unable to officially enter a judgment in the case due to Giuliani's claims he cannot pay the associated administrative...
Engoron Refuses to Step Away from Trump Civil Fraud Case Over ‘Unsolicited’ Communication
Engoron said that a lawyer's "diatribe" would have no impact on his ability to serve on the case. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the...
Who Got the Work: Array of National Lawyers Appearing in Appeal Over Social Media Role in Buffalo Massacre
The co-chair of Morrison & Foerster's appellate practice and a Hueston Hennigan partner have entered the case on behalf of Discord and Amazon, and partners with Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe are awaiting admission to argue for Meta. An appeal of a...
Kirkland & Ellis Team Secures $19.4M Award for Transportation Tech Company in Patent Infringement Case
Jurors in San Diego decided Platform Science willfully infringed on a patent held by Omnitracs of Texas. The former president of Omnitracs founded Platform Science in 2015. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high...
Reed Smith Partner Moves to Egan Nelson in Dallas
Dallas trial lawyer Mark Johansen left Reed Smith to move to midsize Egan Nelson as a commercial litigation partner who will help build the firm's trial team. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online,...
‘No Bearing’: SCOTUS Presidential Immunity Decision Doesn’t Upend Trump Conviction, Prosecutors Say
"The Supreme Court's recent ruling thus has nothing to say about defendant's conviction," prosecutors wrote. The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling on presidential immunity has “no bearing” on Donald Trump’s criminal case, the Manhattan District Attorney argued...
‘It Was a Very Long Battle’: Why Talc Victims Could Vote for J&J’s Third Bankruptcy
Beasley Allen's Andy Birchfield, whose firm has led opposition to another talc bankruptcy, acknowledged to Law.com: "I would be really surprised if J&J were to lose this vote." Rhonda McKey plans to vote for Johnson & Johnson’s prepackaged bankruptcy...
Federal Court Dismisses Gateway Pundits’ Bankruptcy Case, Citing Bad Faith Filing
James Hoft started doing business in Florida without a business license for three years and registered in Florida just a week before filing for bankruptcy. A federal bankruptcy court in West Palm Beach dismissed the Gateway Pundits’ bankruptcy case, ruling that...
Top Personal Productivity Apps for Busy Lawyers
Some of the best personal productivity apps to help lawyers get things done. The post Top Personal Productivity Apps for Busy Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Busy lawyers juggle multiple tasks and deadlines, from client...
Deeply Divided Court: Judges Disagree on Telecom Subsidies in FCC Case
In Consumers' Research v. FCC, plaintiffs argue Congress violated the U.S. Constitution by allowing the FCC to subdelegate the collection of funds to a private company. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality,...
Morning Docket: 07.25.24
* Venable launching deepfake practice. [Variety] * Dentons hires EY exec as new CEO as the line between Biglaw and the Big 4 continues to blur. [Going Concern] * Fox News hires new general counsel to preside over the next wave of election-related defamation suits....
Ken Griffin Hopes To Cover One-Fourth Of A Dinosaur By Selling Chicago Apartments
You’d be amazed how many he needs to unload to raise $45 million. The post Ken Griffin Hopes To Cover One-Fourth Of A Dinosaur By Selling Chicago Apartments appeared first on Above the Law.You’d be amazed how many he needs to unload to raise $45 million. The post Ken...
The Best Law Schools For Minority Students (2024)
Which law schools do you think came out on top of this list? The post The Best Law Schools For Minority Students (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.Each and every day, minority students find inspiration to study the law. After all, people of color continue to make...
Frankensystem Or Optimized Solution? We Want To Benchmark Your BI
Business intelligence at law firms is important — and all over the map. Tell us about yours and get a chance at a $250 gift card. The post Frankensystem Or Optimized Solution? We Want To Benchmark Your BI appeared first on Above the Law.Is “Bob has a spreadsheet” your...
Prisons & State AG Keep Refusing Court Orders To Let Innocent People Out Of Jail
Pop quiz: should lawyers counsel clients to ignore court orders? (The answer is no, but this AG's office doesn't seem up to speed on that). The post Prisons & State AG Keep Refusing Court Orders To Let Innocent People Out Of Jail appeared first on Above the...
Biglaw Firm Hit With Class Action Over Wages
Plaintiff says he's owed $50,000 in overtime wages. The post Biglaw Firm Hit With Class Action Over Wages appeared first on Above the Law.Yesterday, a proposed class action was filed in the Southern District of New York against Biglaw firm Foley Hoag. The firm, which...
Suit Alleges Anti-White Bias In Tax Law Hiring Despite Virtually All Tax Lawyers Being White
The plaintiff's suit is like if RBG's answer was 'When there are 11.' The post Suit Alleges Anti-White Bias In Tax Law Hiring Despite Virtually All Tax Lawyers Being White appeared first on Above the Law.Campaigns to manufacture outrage have long been popular, but...
Judge Who Threatened To Shoot Teenagers & Promised To Ignore Police Civil Rights Violations Surprised She’s In Trouble
Somebody's gotta keep the Executive in check. Damn sure ain't her. The post Judge Who Threatened To Shoot Teenagers & Promised To Ignore Police Civil Rights Violations Surprised She’s In Trouble appeared first on Above the Law.Judges are supposed to be the neutral...
The Best Law Schools For Women (2024)
Law school may be the perfect place for women in America to prove that the future is female. The post The Best Law Schools For Women (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.Over the past two election cycles, thousands of college graduates — and women in particular —...
Yale Law School Not Sending Its Best
J.D. Vance brought Yale Law back into the spotlight. The post Yale Law School Not Sending Its Best appeared first on Above the Law.Skip to content Our Sites © 2024 Breaking Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Registration or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our...
Fox News Shows Just How Badly Americans Dislike The Supreme Court
How low can SCOTUS approval ratings go? The post Fox News Shows Just How Badly Americans Dislike The Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.The Supreme Court is not doing a good job. The justices on the High Court used to get away with pretending they were...
Biglaw Partner Leaves Firm After Drunk Driving
The partner has "accepted responsibility" for the matter. The post Biglaw Partner Leaves Firm After Drunk Driving appeared first on Above the Law.A London-based partner at the newly merged A&O Shearman was driving his Porsche Cayenne through New Forest in England...
ABC Loses Motion To Dismiss Defamation Suit Against Stephanopoulos
In other news, ABC wins motion to keep question of "What kind of rapist is Trump?" in the news forever. The post ABC Loses Motion To Dismiss Defamation Suit Against Stephanopoulos appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)If you are currently...
Leader Of Elite Top 50 Biglaw Firm Is Backing Kamala Harris In A Major Way
The likely Democratic nominee for president has full support from one of Biglaw's most respected leaders. The post Leader Of Elite Top 50 Biglaw Firm Is Backing Kamala Harris In A Major Way appeared first on Above the Law.Kamala Harris (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP...
Biglaw Firm Picks Up 20 Partners From Neighboring Competition
It's going to take more than a little poaching to scramble Holland & Knight. The post Biglaw Firm Picks Up 20 Partners From Neighboring Competition appeared first on Above the Law.One partner leaving a firm is unfortunate. Maybe they wanted to move elsewhere for a...
A Look At Diversity In Biglaw Equity Partnership
Two major firms top the list. The post A Look At Diversity In Biglaw Equity Partnership appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to the 2024 Law360 Pulse Diversity Snapshot, which Biglaw firm with 601+...
Really Don’t Need Her On The Bench — See Also
Judge Disagrees With Judicial Conduct Commission's Decision To Remove Her: Nothing wrong with threatening kids and cop collusion, huh? Here You Can Work On Both Sets Of Briefs!: Biglaw firms add amenities to lure their employees to the office. Including, but not...
The Week in Data July 24: A Look at Legal Industry Trends by the Numbers
Catch up on this week's data and insights from across the Law.com Newsroom, including the demographics of Georgia's judicial appointments and revenue growth at New Jersey and New York law firms. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
By the Data: A Weekly Look at Legal Industry Trends
Dig into must-see data from the Law.com Newsroom. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz to send their emails or manage their RSS feeds....
Lawsuit Seeks $1.7M in Damages Over Brazilian White Sugar Deal Gone Sour
The case is pending before Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Lisa Walsh. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz to send their emails or manage their...
Pa. Federal Judge Orders Ogletree Client Ikea to Pay Over $560K for Spoilation of Evidence
The sanctions motion came following a 66-page opinion Brody entered in May, which said Ikea and its counsel demonstrated "incredible and gross negligence" by failing to implement litigation holds to preserve deleted mailboxes. Hi there.The email you just opened,...
‘Issues That Have to Be Addressed’: New Study Finds Flaws in Reporting Federal Judicial Sexual Misconduct
"Chambers is a very private space," retired U.S. District Judge Shira A. Scheindlin said. "Each judge has five or six employees in their own private space, and there's no one supervising a judge. They are on their own. It's hard to take on such a person." Hi...
Things Could Get Confusing After Dueling Rulings on Noncompetes
"Come September, if this situation persists, there will be garden-variety, noncompete employment cases in courts across the country where defendants, whether employees switching companies or companies hiring employees in the face of noncompetes from their prior job,...
Brussels’ Reverse Revolving Door: Why Lawyers Leave Lucrative Jobs at Law Firms to Join the EU’s Powerful Antitrust Enforcer
The revolving door from the European Commission to Brussels-based law firms has frequently stirred controversy, but the revolving door from law firms to one of the world's top antitrust enforcers has received much less attention. Hi there.The email you just...
GOP Members of FTC Worry Lina Khan Is Going in Too Many Directions
"Many of these rules are unlawful, and the pace of rulemaking is quickening as we approach the presidential election," GOP commissioner Andrew Ferguson wrote this week. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
A Florida Judge Just Delivered Good News to Donald Trump
"Discovery will be undertaken to determine the impact that Mr. Stephanopoulos' statements had," said Trump attorney Alejandro "Alex" Brito. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
‘A Change Agent’: Lawyers Look Back at Kamala Harris’ Legal Career in California
"As attorney general, Kamala Harris was a change agent to law enforcement in the state; as president, she will do the same in my opinion," said Jeff Tsai, who was a California special assistant attorney general from 2013 to mid-2015. Hi there.The email you just...
Morning Docket: 07.24.24
* Group tries to make Kim Davis the vehicle for re-banning marriage equality. How does this keep coming back to the same schmucks? [Kentucky Lantern] * Trump sues over Harris using Biden-Harris money as if her name isn't right there. [Reuters] * Biden takes a page...
NCPA, Providers File Lawsuit Against UHG Over Change Healthcare Cyberattack
The National Community Pharmacists Association and providers argued that Change Healthcare didn’t take the needed precautions against the cyberattack that happened earlier this year. The post NCPA, Providers File Lawsuit Against UHG Over Change Healthcare Cyberattack...
Biglaw Firms Try To Lure Lawyers To The Office With Amenities That Offer The Comforts Of Home
Now lawyers can do yoga *and* nap at the office! The post Biglaw Firms Try To Lure Lawyers To The Office With Amenities That Offer The Comforts Of Home appeared first on Above the Law.Need a nap? Now you can do it at the office!Biglaw firms are doing the best they can...
Live At The Non-Event: The Legal Ops Special Report! [Sponsored]
We’re pleased to share the latest in the technology that supports legal operations. The post Live At The Non-Event: The Legal Ops Special Report! appeared first on Above the Law.As Above the Law has noted: “When it comes to in-house work, it’s a legal operations...
How It Works: A Demo of Henchman, Generative AI-Driven Contract Drafting and Negotiation within Word
You have been hearing about it in the news, now see how it works. Last month, Henchman, a generative AI-driven platform that promises to deliver “the fastest contract drafting experience ever made,” announced that it was to be acquired by LexisNexis Legal &...
Turning Back the Clock: The Impact If Congress Successfully Blocks No-Fault Divorce
As an attorney with 30-plus years of experience in family law, I’ve seen nearly every reason under the sun for divorce. Currently, specific conservative segments within Congress are pushing to end no-fault divorce, which is presently legal in 17 states (California,...
Setting Expectations With Multigenerational Teams and Clients
By clearly communicating expectations, you reduce ambiguity, enhance accountability, promote engagement and improve collaboration The post Setting Expectations With Multigenerational Teams and Clients appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
‘X’ Marks The Trademark Lawsuit
Another reason he shouldn't have changed the name of Twitter. The post ‘X’ Marks The Trademark Lawsuit appeared first on Above the Law.As a rule, you shouldn’t change an iconic name unless you’ve got a damned good reason to. Prince deciding to go by “The Love Symbol”?...
The Definitive Guide To Choosing A Gen AI Legal Research Solution [Sponsored]
The future of legal research is AI. Choose a platform that supports you on this journey, with the experience to guide you every step of the way. The post The Definitive Guide To Choosing A Gen AI Legal Research Solution appeared first on Above the Law.The way your...
Lawyers Evenly Split On How Hard Summer Associates Should Work
Nights and weekends? The community cuts right down the middle. The post Lawyers Evenly Split On How Hard Summer Associates Should Work appeared first on Above the Law.A little over a week ago, we chronicled a bulletin board tussle over whether or not it’s appropriate...
The Law Schools That Give Students The Best Classroom Experience (2024)
You'll find many schools from the T14 on this list. The post The Law Schools That Give Students The Best Classroom Experience (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.If you’re considering applying to law school, one of the things you may want to consider in your search...
General Counsel Suggests Partners Take Less And Pay Associates More, Says Associates’ Favorite Client Ever
Clients can see who does all the real work... if they want to. The post General Counsel Suggests Partners Take Less And Pay Associates More, Says Associates’ Favorite Client Ever appeared first on Above the Law.“It might be the right result that partners should be...
Prosecutors Perhaps ‘Gratuitously Hyperbolic’ About Media Start CEO, But They Weren’t Wrong
So sayeth a jury about Ozy Media’s Carlos Watson. The post Prosecutors Perhaps ‘Gratuitously Hyperbolic’ About Media Start CEO, But They Weren’t Wrong appeared first on Above the Law.So sayeth a jury about Ozy Media’s Carlos Watson. The post Prosecutors Perhaps...
Renowned Election Lawyer Has Choice Words For Those Threatening To Sue DNC Over Nominating Kamala Harris As Presidential Candidate
This election lawyer is just telling it like it is, and sometimes the truth can be insulting. The post Renowned Election Lawyer Has Choice Words For Those Threatening To Sue DNC Over Nominating Kamala Harris As Presidential Candidate appeared first on Above the...
Ain’t No Feud Like A Lawyer Feud Because A Lawyer Feud Winds Up In Court
Like Kendrick v. Drake, but for lawyers. The post Ain’t No Feud Like A Lawyer Feud Because A Lawyer Feud Winds Up In Court appeared first on Above the Law.Hoo boy! These two Phoenix lawyers really, I mean REALLY, don’t like one another. Arizona plaintiffs lawyers Gil...
That’s A Lot Of Cuts For In-House Legal Departments
The evolving in-house landscape. The post That’s A Lot Of Cuts For In-House Legal Departments appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to Axiom’s new report, Bridging the Divide: Optimizing Legal...
This Biglaw Firm Is Capitalizing On The Competition’s Rigidity — See Also
Moving Forward, Flexibility Is The Answer: James Goodnow of Fennemore sees work flexibility as an opportunity. Bonuses Aren't The Only Way To Redistribute Wealth: General Counsel thinks associates should get more, partners should get less. Unclear Expectations: Jury...
Steve Bannon Trial for Defrauding ‘We Build The Wall’ Donors Set for December
Acting Manhattan Supreme Court Justice April Newbauer on Tuesday scheduled jury selection in the case to begin on Dec. 9. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from...
Boeing Lawyer Who Led 737 Max Compliance Heads to Perkins Coie
Mike Paisner said the recent firestorm of litigation was unrelated to his departure. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal...
Fox Corp. Sued Over Alleged Termination of Security Director Who Reported Sexual Assault
Plaintiffs Jared Rasmussen and Jane Doe allege they were both wrongfully retaliated against and fired after reporting assaults on Doe by an ex-employee of Fox to the network's Human Resources and Legal departments. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you...
King & Spalding Secures Path for Client’s $75.4M Claim on Polyethylene Plant Project
Texas law does not provide injunctive relief to preclude payment on a letter of credit for contractual disputes, 14th Court of Appeals Justice Frances Bourliot said. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality,...
‘You Killed My Son’: Amazon Sued for Selling Chemical Used in Suicides
Accused of violating the "most basic standards of business ethics," Amazon.com was hit with a product liability suit on July 12 from family members Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand...
FTC Probing Use of Browser Histories, Other Personal Info to Individualize Product Prices
"Firms that harvest Americans' personal data can put people's privacy at risk. Now firms could be exploiting this vast trove of personal information to charge people higher prices," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in a statement. The Federal Trade Commission said...
Lawyers in Big Law Kick Off Fundraising and Organizing for Kamala Harris
Paul Weiss chair Brad Karp said he's "working with many business leaders to raise money for the Harris campaign to enable her to fund what will inevitably be the most expensive election battle ever." Within days of Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign launching,...
Amazon Faces Similar Patent Suit Over Alexa, Echo Technology After $46.7M Jury Verdict Against It
A federal jury in Delaware awarded VoiceBox $46.7 million in damages in November. Last week's complaint alleges that Amazon has continued to infringe upon those previous four patents at issue, as well as five others. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription...
Largest Crypto Hosting Facility Sues Texas Bitcoin Mining Operation
"The key takeaway is to craft better agreements," said Ishmael Green, a partner at Diaz Reus and a cryptocurrency expert not involved in the litigation. The crypto mining company behind the largest Bitcoin hosting facility in North America has filed a...
‘Collusion’ and ‘Mudslinging’ Fuel Attorney Fight in Oregon Wildfire Case
"The statements made in their reply brief are simply untrue, not based in reality, and defaming in nature," said George McCoy, a partner at Warren Allen. Last month’s $178 million settlement with Pacific Power has sparked accusations of “collusion” and...