A few of the seats could be among the ones Trump will try to fill quickly, with some in red states like Oklahoma and Kansas where senators consulting with the White House aren't likely to withhold blue slips.       A few of the seats could be among the ones Trump will...

About a dozen law school professors and deans had their invitations to review questions on the February bar exam rescinded amid copyright concerns surrounding the test's new vendor.       About a dozen law school professors and deans had their invitations to review...

Law.com interviewed current and former judges, litigators and leaders in the profession about the impact of the Trump administration's threats to judges and law firms.       Law.com interviewed current and former judges, litigators and leaders in the profession about...

Columbia announced on Thursday in a campus-wide email that, following a months-long investigation, it expelled “dozens of students who took part in the occupation.       Columbia announced on Thursday in a campus-wide email that, following a months-long investigation,...

Hogan Lovells represented Brazilian government-owned Petrobras in reaching a $283 million settlement with U.S. investors represented by Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel.       Hogan Lovells represented Brazilian government-owned Petrobras in reaching a $283 million...

All 20 of the state's 21 senators present in the Senate chamber voted to pass SB 21, the bill that proposes changes to the Delaware General Corporation Law. The bill's primary sponsor, Bryan Townsend, D-Newark/Glasgow, said the changes in the bill are necessary with...

The attorney in charge of the airline's restructuring announced, "No one's ever done it faster than we have."       The attorney in charge of the airline's restructuring announced, "No one's ever done it faster than we have."       

The move is meant to quicken the National Environmental Policy Act and, in keeping with President Donald Trump's larger goals, make government more efficient. But the move could leave federal agencies with a patchwork of regulations and leave environmental reviews...

The firm's revenue per lawyer rose 3.3% annually to roughly $1.24 million in 2024.       The firm's revenue per lawyer rose 3.3% annually to roughly $1.24 million in 2024.       

U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers, accused in a misconduct complaint two weeks ago of showing preference to women, gave each lawyer five minutes on Thursday to present their case.       U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers, accused in a misconduct complaint two...

The total partnership grew by 16%, while its head count was up 24% to 520 lawyers in 2024, after a series of law firm mergers and office openings.       The total partnership grew by 16%, while its head count was up 24% to 520 lawyers in 2024, after a series of law...

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A Houston man has sued Rocket Mortgage and Charles Schwab Bank, alleging they didn't disclose that another person couldn't assume his mortgage. The man is seeking class action status. His lawyer said it sends a message to mortgage companies that they have to disclose...

President Donald Trump's Justice Department has asked the justices to largely reinstate his executive order ending birthright citizenship, except as to a small group of individuals and organizations that sued over the order.       President Donald Trump's Justice...

"For a long time, I thought I had to act a certain way to be successful. Now, I know my value is in being consistent and creating a space where people can be their best selves," said Jasmine Sing, general counsel of Ironclad.       Building empowered legal teams while...

Regarding the court records, Straus should provide copies of any such documents Taylor claims to be missing in accordance with Straus' statement that she will do so 'at the conclusion of [her] representation,'" Kelley said. "Regarding Straus' disclosures as to her...

AI-driven assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini have completely shifted how people find information. Instead of relying on traditional search results, users are turning to conversational models that deliver direct answers, and mostly good ones, in seconds. This is a...

Demand for advice on tax, reorganizations and other corporate matters remains brisk, however, and law firms in Mexico continue to hire.       Demand for advice on tax, reorganizations and other corporate matters remains brisk, however, and law firms in Mexico continue...

The news organizations want affirmation of a trial court ruling that the First Amendment affords a right of public access to orders of the Grievance Committee adjudicating allegations of attorney misconduct deemed worthy of investigation, and Appellate Division...

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Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced the nominations of D. John Sauer to be U.S. solicitor general, Harmeet Dhillon to lead the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division, and Aaron Reitz to head DOJ's Office of Legal Policy.       Republicans on...

"The reality is that new counsel was appointed to complete discovery, and he is entitled to take discovery consistent with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to test whether testimony or other evidence in a case has the significance insisted on by the party...

Mastering AI tools is vital for law firms striving to remain competitive. The increasing demand for prompt and effective services means firms that do not adapt may fall behind. Gaining expertise in AI equips legal professionals with essential skills to leverage...

The U.S. Department of Justice and regulators will increasingly expect compliance programs to incorporate AI tools. However, organizations that adopt AI solutions for their compliance programs should not expect leniency if those AI compliance systems fail and result...

Some legal observers are concerned—not so much that judges will be afraid to issue rulings that will earn the president's ire, but that being a judge will cease to be viewed as an attractive career.       Some legal observers are concerned—not so much that judges will...

Individuals in the industry have remained largely silent, until now.       Individuals in the industry have remained largely silent, until now.       

"For a long time, I thought I had to act a certain way to be successful. Now, I know my value is in being consistent and creating a space where people can be their best selves," said Jasmine Sing, general counsel of Ironclad.       "For a long time, I thought I had to...

"We plan to appeal," Michael J. Shepard, a King and Spalding partner who represents the defendant, said in an email following the jury's guilty verdict.       "We plan to appeal," Michael J. Shepard, a King and Spalding partner who represents the defendant, said in an...

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“This case underscores the importance of vendor due diligence, said Maryam Meseha, a founding partner at Pierson Ferdinand, who is a legal data security expert. “Companies must ensure their third-party providers follow strict security protocols to mitigate...

Squires, who is chair of emerging companies and IP at Dilworth Paxson, previously was a partner at Perkins Coie and chief IP counsel at Goldman Sachs.       Squires, who is chair of emerging companies and IP at Dilworth Paxson, previously was a partner at Perkins Coie...

Supporters of the legislation said during the hearing that the bill is needed to quell concerns from corporations and avoid a hit to the state's largest source of revenue.       Supporters of the legislation said during the hearing that the bill is needed to quell...

"The question before us is whether the payment of the entire judgment terminated the accrual of postjudgment interest or whether the exercise of appellate rights constituted a condition on the payment, requiring the continued accrual of such interest," the court said....

The friend-of-court brief argues that Trump's order threatens "the bedrock rule of law principles and free speech imperatives at issue in this case." The state attorneys general say they're aware "the court system depends on the willingness of lawyers to take on...

The firm was first referred to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal by the U.K. industry regulator last summer over claims of historical compliance shortcomings.       The firm was first referred to the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal by the U.K. industry regulator...

“I'm sure many in the legal profession are watching in horror" by what Perkins Coie is going through, the judge said Wednesday.       “I'm sure many in the legal profession are watching in horror" by what Perkins Coie is going through, the judge said...

“The goal is to design a model that provides incentives to meet client objectives, without windfalls for either side, said David Rueff, chief client solutions group officer at Baker Donelson.       “The goal is to design a model that provides incentives to meet client...

Twenty-one major law firms including 19 in the AmLaw 50, lent their support to Senate Bill 21 in a letter to lawmakers and Gov. Matt Meyer, saying the bill would help maintain Delaware's place as the "epicenter of American corporate law." A Judiciary Committee hearing...

"Criticism is no surprise. It's part of the job," said Sixth Circuit Jeffrey Sutton. "But I do think when it gets to the level of a threat, it really is about attacking judicial independence, and that's just not good for the system or the country.”       "Criticism is...

U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell, who is overseeing the Gardasil multidistrict litigation in the Western District of North Carolina, sided with Merck on its implied preemption defense, granting summary judgment to potentially hundreds of cases.       U.S. District...

Trump's executive order has already caused several clients to terminate, or think of terminating their legal engagements with Perkins Coie, the firm said.       Trump's executive order has already caused several clients to terminate, or think of terminating their...

Class sizes also shrunk in 2024, as did the prevalence of diversity fellows.       Class sizes also shrunk in 2024, as did the prevalence of diversity fellows.       

“You're starting to see these patents that were filed at the peak time of NFTs at the height of the coronavirus pandemic progress through the examination phase of the patent office, said Mauricio Uribe, chair of the data privacy and data protection practice group at...

"Allowing PBD's proposed Sherman Act claim...would change the course of the underlying legal theories in this litigation in fundamental ways and entitle defendants to extensive and lengthy additional fact discovery," the judge said.       "Allowing PBD's proposed...

Some tips on professional development, writing and advocacy from retired Delaware Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III and Vice Chancellor Bonnie David, one of his former clerks who succeeded him on the bench in the court's Georgetown courthouse.       Some tips on...

Deal work was down in February year over year, just like in January. Some deals are coming through, but they face an inconsistent and constantly changing environment.       Deal work was down in February year over year, just like in January. Some deals are coming...

The Judicial Conference seeks dozens of federal judgeships to address rising caseloads after past administration veto.       The Judicial Conference seeks dozens of federal judgeships to address rising caseloads after past administration veto.       

The NCAA has allowed college athletes to make money from their brands since 2021 and some are making millions. The University of Texas' Quarterback Arch Manning is reportedly the highest paid with $6.5 million in contracts related to his Name Image and Likeness, known...

“[W]e do not question the vigor of [Michael] Polelle's sincerely held political beliefs. Nor do we doubt the indignity' he may suffer by having to switch' his registrations in contravention of those beliefs," the appeals court stated. "Indeed, Florida's law puts him...

Profits per equity partner grew by 13.8% to $1.8 million, and the London office—the firm's largest—had a particularly strong performance.       Profits per equity partner grew by 13.8% to $1.8 million, and the London office—the firm's largest—had a particularly strong...

The deal has been tarred by the political brush as U.S. President Trump previously vowed to seize control of the Panama Canal, which he falsely claimed has been under China's control.       The deal has been tarred by the political brush as U.S. President Trump...

A federal judge on Tuesday confirmed an arbitrator's ruling that sided with the retailer on every claim.       A federal judge on Tuesday confirmed an arbitrator's ruling that sided with the retailer on every claim.       

The ruling differs from recent federal precedent on the liability of rideshare services, such as U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Clark for the Eastern District of Missouri's November ruling that Uber did not have a responsibility to share information with Lyft about a...

"As this court has consistently held, Mo. Rev. Stat. § 510.261.5 and Rule 8 answer the same question, namely: may punitive damages claims be included in an initial complaint? Section 510.261.5 answers 'no-never,' while Rule 8 answers 'yes-always,'" U.S. District Judge...

"Maybe those allegations won't pan out. But at this early stage, the question is simply whether the complaint alleges that Albrecht was an active tortfeasor. And it does," U.S. District Judge Steven C. Seeger for the Northern District of Illinois said.       "Maybe...

Blue Cross Blue Shield was hit with six federal antitrust suits on the day of the deadline for health care provider class members to provide a written notice to be excluded from a $2.8 billion settlement.       Blue Cross Blue Shield was hit with six federal antitrust...