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Biden Approves Executive Order To Strengthen Cybersecurity For Commercial Satellite Systems
The executive order mandates the development of new cyber contract requirements for “agency-procured” space systems. The post Biden Approves Executive Order To Strengthen Cybersecurity For Commercial Satellite Systems appeared first on Above the Law.The executive...
Trump Takes The Oath Of Office
It doesn't look good for the rule of law. The post Trump Takes The Oath Of Office appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images)Judge Arthur Engoron heard the business fraud case involving Donald Trump and his businesses. Engoron...
Morgan Lewis Closes Shenzhen Office Less Than 2 Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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...
Morgan Lewis Closes Shenzhen Office Less Than 2 Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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...
New Trouble for Allstate: National Class Action Targets Insurer
The class action was filed in the Northern District of Illinois. It goes further than the claims on behalf of Texas consumers in the state action, and looks to encompass a national class. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
New Trouble for Allstate: National Class Action Targets Insurer
The class action was filed in the Northern District of Illinois. It goes further than the claims on behalf of Texas consumers in the state action, and looks to encompass a national class. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
Pam Bondi’s Lobbying and Law Firm Revenue Disclosed
President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million. President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million.
Pam Bondi’s Lobbying and Law Firm Revenue Disclosed
President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million. 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...
Biglaw Firm Learning The Hard Way It’s Best To Be Straightforward With Associates
Proskauer finally tells associates how many hours they have to bill to get bonuses. The post Biglaw Firm Learning The Hard Way It’s Best To Be Straightforward With Associates appeared first on Above the Law.When last we checked in with Proskauer they were doing...
12-Partner Team ‘Surprises’ Atlanta Firm’s Leaders With Exit to Launch New Reed Smith Office
Morris Manning & Martin managing partner Simon Malko said the firm had been working “closely with a consultant on the firm's new strategic plan since July “to map out the future of our corporate practice. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
12-Partner Team ‘Surprises’ Atlanta Firm’s Leaders With Exit to Launch New Reed Smith Office
Morris Manning & Martin managing partner Simon Malko said the firm had been working “closely with a consultant on the firm's new strategic plan since July “to map out the future of our corporate practice. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Amex Latest Target as Regulators Scrutinize Whether Credit Card Issuers Deliver on Rewards Promises
“Issuers need to think about rewards programs with the same level of rigor as they do for things like interest rates and fees. That means ensuring marketing claims are accurate, redemption processes are clear, and systems are in place to handle technical issues," said...
Amex Latest Target as Regulators Scrutinize Whether Credit Card Issuers Deliver on Rewards Promises
“Issuers need to think about rewards programs with the same level of rigor as they do for things like interest rates and fees. That means ensuring marketing claims are accurate, redemption processes are clear, and systems are in place to handle technical issues," said...
Wells Fargo and Bank of America Agree to Pay Combined $60 Million to Settle SEC Probe
In the enforcement actions announced Friday, the regulator said the two firms agreed to settle the charges without admitting or denying any wrongdoing. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
Wells Fargo and Bank of America Agree to Pay Combined $60 Million to Settle SEC Probe
In the enforcement actions announced Friday, the regulator said the two firms agreed to settle the charges without admitting or denying any wrongdoing. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
As Lawmakers Eye Need for NY Supreme Court Posts, Could a Ballot Question Remove the Constitutional Limit?
Advocates say the constitutional cap—one Supreme Court seat for each 50,000 people—provides no flexibility to address emerging needs. While the bill is a top priority for the New York City Bar Association, the association representing Supreme Court justices has raised...
Adjunct Law Professors May Have Limitations
A law school adjunct may fall short in some areas, even if they excel in other capacities. The post Adjunct Law Professors May Have Limitations appeared first on Above the Law.A law school adjunct may fall short in some areas, even if they excel in other capacities....
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
State Appellate Court Rejects Reasoning for Attorney’s Removal From Conservatorship
The appeals court concluded the probate court abused its discretion in disqualifying private counsel based on the determination that the plaintiff was incapable of hiring private counsel. The court concluded the record didn't support the conclusion because the...
Tom Goldstein Hires Trump’s Lawyers In First Good Bet In Years
Pardon me? The post Tom Goldstein Hires Trump’s Lawyers In First Good Bet In Years appeared first on Above the Law.Where does one turn if you’re a prominent defendant who allegedly lost massive amounts of money on poorly conceived bets, engaged in false bookkeeping,...
‘I Was Deeply Offended’: A Judge’s Introspection
For the past 14 years, Spalding County State Court Judge Josh Thacker has been doing his part to help make Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of impartial justice a reality by testing for implicit biases on the bench. Now he's revealing to Law.com the pivotal experience...
Building an Ownership Mindset as a Gen Z Junior Associate
Many junior lawyers find themselves struggling with the more fluid expectations of legal practice. While most genuinely want to succeed, they seem to be missing opportunities to take ownership of their work and development, instead waiting for explicit instructions or...
Drake’s Defamation Suit Assigns Blame To UMG And Popular Streamers. Does He Know We All Have The Same Internet?
...we saw you egg everyone on the whole time. The post Drake’s Defamation Suit Assigns Blame To UMG And Popular Streamers. Does He Know We All Have The Same Internet? appeared first on Above the Law....we saw you egg everyone on the whole time. The post Drake’s...
SCOTUS Upholds Major Blow To American Soft Power
Americans on Xiaohongshu are admitting stuff about living here the government tries very hard to hide. The post SCOTUS Upholds Major Blow To American Soft Power appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty...
Joe Biden Recognizes 28th Amendment (But That Doesn’t Mean We Have An Actual Equal Rights Amendment)
Don't get too excited. The post Joe Biden Recognizes 28th Amendment (But That Doesn’t Mean We Have An Actual Equal Rights Amendment) appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)It is long past time to recognize the will of the American...
Supreme Court Upholds Law Requiring TikTok’s Divestiture or Shutdown
The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or shut down by Sunday, holding that it does "not violate petitioners' First Amendment rights." The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or...
Supreme Court Upholds Law Requiring TikTok’s Divestiture or Shutdown
The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or shut down by Sunday, holding that it does "not violate petitioners' First Amendment rights." Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Attorneys Noping Out Of Mandatory Arbitration Agreements — And Their Jobs — At Elias Law Group
The fallout from the firm's decision to implement mandatory arbitration agreements continues. The post Attorneys Noping Out Of Mandatory Arbitration Agreements — And Their Jobs — At Elias Law Group appeared first on Above the Law.The fallout from the firm's decision...
Morgan Lewis Shutters Shenzhen Office Less Than Two Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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...
Morgan Lewis Shutters Shenzhen Office Less Than Two Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in Seattle in November. 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...
Justin Baldoni Streisand’s Accusations Against Him By Sending Legal Threat Over ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
From the paging-babs dept The post Justin Baldoni Streisand’s Accusations Against Him By Sending Legal Threat Over ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ appeared first on Above the Law.20th Century FoxThere have been very few times I’ve encountered something in life that feels...
Morning Docket: 01.17.25
* Ethics rules limit aid L.A. judges can receive if victimized by wildfires. Too bad they aren't Supreme Court justices so rich people could buy them RVs. [Bloomberg Law News] * Rudy settlement lets him keep BOTH his Manhattan and Florida homes. The message...
At the Inaugural AI for Legal Aid Summit, A Call To Arms for Adopting AI To Tackle the Justice Gap
Generative AI presents a generational opportunity for legal aid organizations to address the justice gap, keynote speaker Laura Safdie told the roughly 350 people who convened in Phoenix on Sunday for the inaugural AI for Legal Aid Summit. Noting data showing that...
Annual Self-Check: Testing For Bias On The Bench
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Judge Josh Thacker, who presides over the Spalding County State Court in west central Georgia, opens up about a tradition he engages in every Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day to help ensure he remains unbiased on the bench. In...
Annual Self-Check: Testing For Bias On The Bench
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Judge Josh Thacker, who presides over the Spalding County State Court in west central Georgia, opens up about a tradition he engages in every Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day to help ensure he remains unbiased on the bench. Hi...
Weil Saw 20 People Leave in Partners’ Lateral Move to Paul Weiss
Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran. Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran.
Weil Saw 20 People Leave in Partners’ Lateral Move to Paul Weiss
Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran. Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran.
January 18 Is National Thesaurus Day: Top Three Ways to Use Your Thesaurus
Get To the Point recommends three ways to honor Peter Mark Roget, not just on his birthday but every day you write. The post January 18 Is National Thesaurus Day: Top Three Ways to Use Your Thesaurus appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Skadden and Steptoe, Defending Amex GBT, Blasts Biden DOJ’s Antitrust Lawsuit Over Merger Proposal
Amex GBT's Biden-bashing defense strategy may have no influence on the ultimate outcome of the government's lawsuit opposing Amex GBT's proposed acquisition of rival travel management company CWT, according to antitrust litigation experts. Hi there.The email you...
University of Chicago Accused of Evicting Student for Attending Gaza-Israel Protest
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Law.com Radar now offers state court coverage nationwide. Sign up today and be among the first to know about new suits in your...
University of Chicago Accused of Evicting Student for Attending Gaza-Israel Protest
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Law.com Radar now offers state court coverage nationwide. Sign up today and be among the first to know about new suits in your...
How I Made Partner: ‘Your Coworkers Are One of the Most Valuable Assets You Have,’ Says Laurel Roglen of Ballard Spahr
"If you're in the right workplace, you're part of a team. Everyone you'll work with should want to see you succeed, and hard work will be recognized. Take every opportunity to challenge and better yourself, and remember that your coworkers are one of the most valuable...
How I Made Partner: ‘Your Coworkers Are One of the Most Valuable Assets You Have,’ Says Laurel Roglen of Ballard Spahr
"If you're in the right workplace, you're part of a team. Everyone you'll work with should want to see you succeed, and hard work will be recognized. Take every opportunity to challenge and better yourself, and remember that your coworkers are one of the most valuable...
Crypto Entrepreneur Claims Justice Department’s Software Crackdown Violates US Constitution
“By filing this complaint now, you still get to have your flashy lawsuit and get into federal court without taking on and making enemies with a new administration," said Tony Phillips, a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman who is not involved in the...
Crypto Entrepreneur Claims Justice Department’s Software Crackdown Violates US Constitution
“By filing this complaint now, you still get to have your flashy lawsuit and get into federal court without taking on and making enemies with a new administration," said Tony Phillips, a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman who is not involved in the...
The Law Firm Disrupted: Tech Investment Is Necessary Yet Expensive. The Big Four Have a Leg Up
The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with a fresh look at how law firms aspire to put generative AI to use. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
The Law Firm Disrupted: Tech Investment Is Necessary Yet Expensive. The Big Four Have a Leg Up
The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with a fresh look at how law firms aspire to put generative AI to use. The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with...
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Tom Goldstein Gets Dealt A Rough Hand — See Also
SCOTUSblog Founder Caught Up In Tax Evasion and Loan Fraud Scandal: Fresh off the presses! Same Partner, Same: Survey of partners at law firms show they'd rather have hybrid work too. Who Needs Skill When You Know The Right People?: Congrats to Pam Bondi! Separate But...
Ben Crump Files First Wrongful Death Suit Over Los Angeles Wildfires
Ben Crump filed the suit on Wednesday on behalf of Evelyn Cathirell, one of 17 people who died in the Eaton fire in Altadena, an unincorporated area north of Pasadena with a significant Black population. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
DC Bar’s Proposed Anti-Discrimination, Harassment Conduct Rule Sees More Pushback
Several legal groups that have backed major conservative victories in the courts—including First Liberty Institute and the New Civil Liberties Alliance—told the D.C. Court of Appeals that the proposal threatens the First Amendment rights of lawyers. Several...
California’s Chief Justice Starts Third Year With Questions About Fires, Trump and AI
In a meeting with reporters Thursday, the leader of California's judiciary said initial guidance about AI and the state legal system will arrive in February. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
Supreme Court Justice Doubtful People Are Going To Pornhub For The Articles
The justice is getting clowned on social media. The post Supreme Court Justice Doubtful People Are Going To Pornhub For The Articles appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!During yesterday’s oral arguments in...
SCOTUSblog Founder Indicted In Wild Poker-Fueled Tax Case
Tom Goldstein's last few years were really something. The post SCOTUSblog Founder Indicted In Wild Poker-Fueled Tax Case appeared first on Above the Law.(image via Getty)The last time we heard from SCOTUSblog co-founder and veteran Supreme Court litigator Tom...
SCOTUSBlog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Misused Law Firm Funds, According to Federal Indictment
The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged with tax evasion in Maryland federal court, and federal prosecutors said he used funds to cover gambling debts and pursue intimate relationships with women. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Misused Law Firm Funds, According to Federal Indictment
The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged with tax evasion in Maryland federal court, and federal prosecutors said he used funds to cover gambling debts and pursue intimate relationships with women. The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged...
Trial Court Had No Authority to Reopen Voir Dire After Jury Impaneled in Civil Case, State Appellate Court Rules
"The parties have cited no statute or case law, and we have found none, specifically addressing the trial court's authority in a civil action to reopen jury voir dire and allow challenges for cause or peremptory challenges after the jury has been impaneled," North...
Trial Court Had No Authority to Reopen Voir Dire After Jury Impaneled in Civil Case, State Appellate Court Rules
"The parties have cited no statute or case law, and we have found none, specifically addressing the trial court's authority in a civil action to reopen jury voir dire and allow challenges for cause or peremptory challenges after the jury has been impaneled," North...
Exclusive: LexCheck Unveils AI-Powered Tool For Analyzing Complex Agreements And Auto-Generating Custom Playbooks; Opens Waitlist For Free Access
The company’s new product, LexCheck Insights, combines know-how from its legacy product with cutting-edge AI techniques to review and redline contracts of any length and complexity and automatically generate contract playbooks. The post Exclusive: LexCheck Unveils...
Trump’s Second Term Spurs Unusual Alliances Between US and European Law Firms
The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with several unexpected alliances. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Trump’s Second Term Spurs Unusual Alliances Between US and European Law Firms
The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with several unexpected alliances. The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with...
Sanctioned Penn Law Professor Amy Wax Sues University, Alleging Discrimination
The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long history of controversial speech, including derogatory comments about Asian immigrants and claims Black students underperform academically. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked,...
Sanctioned Penn Law Professor Amy Wax Sues University, Alleging Discrimination
The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long history of controversial speech, including derogatory comments about Asian immigrants and claims Black students underperform academically. The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long...
Counsel Often Wind Up In ‘No Man’s Or Woman’s Land’ When It Comes To Compensation
Counsel keep getting left out of the game when it comes to lockstep raises and bonuses. The post Counsel Often Wind Up In ‘No Man’s Or Woman’s Land’ When It Comes To Compensation appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the...
‘Lack of Independence’ or ‘Tethered to the Law’? Witnesses Speak on Bondi
Despite Democratic senators continuing to raise concerns about Bondi's independence from Trump and her lobbying work, several appeared to find some common ground. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
‘Lack of Independence’ or ‘Tethered to the Law’? Witnesses Speak on Bondi
Despite Democratic senators continuing to raise concerns about Bondi's independence from Trump and her lobbying work, several appeared to find some common ground. Despite Democratic senators continuing to raise concerns about Bondi's independence from Trump and...
Willkie Farr & Gallagher Drives Legal Challenge for Uber Against State’s Rideshare Laws
Uber alleges that new regulations require it to "'prominently display'" and use "'design techniques intended to draw the eye'" to certain information on the app and provide purportedly inaccurate messaging that "Uber does not sufficiently compensate its drivers,'" the...
Willkie Farr & Gallagher Drives Legal Challenge for Uber Against State’s Rideshare Laws
Uber alleges that new regulations require it to "'prominently display'" and use "'design techniques intended to draw the eye'" to certain information on the app and provide purportedly inaccurate messaging that "Uber does not sufficiently compensate its drivers,'" the...
False Claims Act Causation Standard Continues to Divide Federal Courts
A federal judge in Massachusetts reached the same heightened causation standard as applied in the court's 2023 decision in U.S. v. Regeneron. However, two other judges have applied a less stringent "'causal connection.'" Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
False Claims Act Causation Standard Continues to Divide Federal Courts
A federal judge in Massachusetts reached the same heightened causation standard as applied in the court's 2023 decision in U.S. v. Regeneron. However, two other judges have applied a less stringent "'causal connection.'" Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
DOJ Sues Southwest Airlines
“Southwest is disappointed that DOT chose to file a lawsuit over two flights that occurred more than two years ago," a spokesperson for the airline said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent...
DOJ Sues Southwest Airlines
“Southwest is disappointed that DOT chose to file a lawsuit over two flights that occurred more than two years ago," a spokesperson for the airline said. “Southwest is disappointed that DOT chose to file a lawsuit over two flights that occurred more than two...
EPA Nominee Zeldin Says Climate Change Is Real, Agency Shouldn’t Suffocate Economy
“I believe that climate change is real," Lee Zeldin told senators on the Environment and Public Works Committee. He added that environmental policies should not hamper economic growth. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Amy Wax Plots Racial Discrimination Suit Unless Penn Forgives Her For Denigrating Students, Bringing White Supremacists To Class
This seems like the opposite of how racial discrimination laws are supposed to work... The post Amy Wax Plots Racial Discrimination Suit Unless Penn Forgives Her For Denigrating Students, Bringing White Supremacists To Class appeared first on Above the Law.This seems...
Meet Delaware’s Incoming Lt. Gov.: ‘It’s a Natural Progression’ From Litigation to Policy
Kyle Evans Gay has represented clients in business disputes in Delaware's courts for a decade and continued her work at Connolly Gallagher while campaigning for and serving as a state senator, representing Delaware's Fifth Senate District, which covers northern New...
Class Action Settlements Totaled $40B+ Three Years in a Row: ‘We’re in a New Era’
The total dollar value of class action and mass tort settlements dropped in 2024 but continued to surpass $40 billion for the third year in a row, according to the Duane Morris Class Action Review 2025. The total dollar value of class action and mass tort...
Are Nonequity Partners Getting A Bum Deal On Compensation?
Nonequity partners aren't necessarily making more than associates. The post Are Nonequity Partners Getting A Bum Deal On Compensation? appeared first on Above the Law.Nonequity partners aren't necessarily making more than associates. The post Are Nonequity Partners...
Rudy Giuliani Embraces Contempt As A Lifestyle, And It Somehow Manages To Work Out For Him
Everything works out for ole Rudy. The post Rudy Giuliani Embraces Contempt As A Lifestyle, And It Somehow Manages To Work Out For Him appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)Once you get locked into a serious collection of contempt findings,...
Law Firm Partners Offer An Emphatic ‘Hell No’ To Office Attendance Mandates
No one wants to be forced to go to the office -- especially not law firm partners. The post Law Firm Partners Offer An Emphatic ‘Hell No’ To Office Attendance Mandates appeared first on Above the Law.With the recent news of Sullivan & Cromwell’s five-day office...
Precision Meets AI: Thomson Reuters’ New Era Of Legal Research [Sponsored]
AI-Assisted Research serves as a force multiplier for legal professionals. The post Precision Meets AI: Thomson Reuters’ New Era Of Legal Research appeared first on Above the Law.AI-Assisted Research serves as a force multiplier for legal professionals. The post...
‘Pay What Is Owed’: State Appellate Court Affirms $19M Verdict for Software Contractor
"We are very pleased with the court's opinion and we hope the decisionmakers at the state will finally come to their senses and pay what is owed instead of spending more taxpayer resources on litigation trying to avoid their debts," Julian Dayal of Akerman in Chicago...
ITC Commissioner Rhonda Schmidtlein Resigns, Joins Wilmer as Partner
Schmidtlein, a Democrat from Missouri, was first nominated to the ITC by President Barack Obama in July 2013. Schmidtlein, a Democrat from Missouri, was first nominated to the ITC by President Barack Obama in July 2013.
Florida Woman Bumbles Through Senate Hearing But Will Get To Be Attorney General Anyway
The name's Bond(i)... Pam Bond(i). The post Florida Woman Bumbles Through Senate Hearing But Will Get To Be Attorney General Anyway appeared first on Above the Law.The name's Bond(i)... Pam Bond(i). The post Florida Woman Bumbles Through Senate Hearing But Will Get To...
Exclusive: Syntheia’s New Product Brings AI-Powered Document Analysis to Lawyers’ Email Workflows
If context switching is the bane of AI adoption in law firms, legal technology company Syntheia may just have the balm. Recognizing that lawyers spend much of their days in email, it has developed an AI-powered document analysis tool that allows lawyers to obtain...
Healthcare Leaders Support FTC’s Second Report On PBMs, While PBMs Criticize Findings
Earlier this week, the Federal Trade Commission released its second interim staff report on prescription drug middlemen. The report examines the impact of PBMs (specifically CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and Optum Rx) on specialty generic drugs, highlighting...
LLMs And The Business Of Law: How Will Lawyers Make Money In An AI World?
A conversation with Damien Riehl. The post LLMs And The Business Of Law: How Will Lawyers Make Money In An AI World? appeared first on Above the Law.A conversation with Damien Riehl. The post LLMs And The Business Of Law: How Will Lawyers Make Money In An AI World?...
Discover Powerful Negotiation And Exceptional Client Service With Foundation Dragon [Sponsored]
This new GenAI-powered deal point extraction tool provides big advantages in the negotiation process and beyond. The post Discover Powerful Negotiation And Exceptional Client Service With Foundation Dragon appeared first on Above the Law.This new GenAI-powered deal...
Avoiding Legal Risks: Crafting a Strong Do Not Call Policy for Compliance
A strong Do Not Call Policy (DNC) is vital to comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. Ensuring robust DNC compliance protects an organization's reputation and increases consumer trust. Below is a practical guide for building and implementing DNC policies...
NLJ 500 Firm Seeks 20-Day Extension for Restaurant Client’s Injunction Compliance
"Little Caesars has made immediate and significant efforts to comply with the court's preliminary injunction order. Although the vast majority of the materials with the term 'Pizza Puffs' have been removed or destroyed, Little Caesars is dealing with some logistical...
Michelle Cross: The Legal Trailblazer Behind @LegallyBlondeAtlanta
Michelle Cross: The Legal Trailblazer Behind @LegallyBlondeAtlanta By Susan Cushing In a world where appearances often lead to assumptions, Michelle Cross, an accomplished attorney in Atlanta, is proving that you can look fabulous and still be an unstoppable force in...
Morning Docket: 01.16.25
* Counsel feeling pinch as non-equity partner tier grows. [American Lawyer] * A crypto business breaking the law? No way! [Law360] * What do we know about online law schools. [ABA Journal] * North Carolina GOP effort to toss 60,000 votes to win a state supreme court...
Eve, ‘Intelligent Partner’ for PI Firms, Raises $47M in Round Led By Major VC Firm Andreessen Horowitz
Eve, an AI platform for plaintiffs’ law firms, has raised $47 million in Series A funding, in a round led by major venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), with participation from Lightspeed Venture Partners and Menlo Ventures. The company says the investment...
Shareholder Democracy? The Chatter Elon Musk’s Tesla Pay Case Is Spurring Between Lawyers and Clients
Musk continues to fight the Delaware Court of Chancery's decision to overturn his compensation plan at Tesla, appealing two decisions from the court to the Delaware Supreme Court last week. Since December, there's been growing concern among investors about how the...
Are Counsel Ranks Getting ‘Squeezed’ as Nonequity and Associate Pay Grows?
When it comes to compensation raises for counsel, they can end up in “no man's or no woman's land, said Jeff Lowe at CenterPeak. When it comes to compensation raises for counsel, they can end up in “no man's or no woman's land, said Jeff Lowe at...
Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Intellectual Property
Highlights of some of the challenges GenAI presents, along with recent developments in copyright law and trademark law in this quickly evolving space. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
Mastering Client Visits: Essential Tips
There's nothing like meeting in person to help build client relationships. From setup to follow-up, tips for making the most of a client visit. The post Mastering Client Visits: Essential Tips appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
This Biglaw Firm Is Gobbling Up Laterals
The firm is *always* hiring. The post This Biglaw Firm Is Gobbling Up Laterals appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to Firm Prospects’ 2024 Am Law 200 Lateral Hiring Report, which firm hired the...
If You Stand At The Top You Might Look Down And See Yale — See Also
Will New Rankings Shake Up The T14?: What are WashU and Vanderbilt doing there!? Proskauer Sandbags Their Bonus Criteria: Another Biglaw firm skimps out on paying their associates by changing hours requirements. Former Facebook Lawyer Goes The Way Of The Poke Feature:...
‘Facebook’s Descent Into Toxic Masculinity’ Prompts Stanford Professor to Drop Meta as Client
Mark Lemley said he could not “in good conscience represent Mark Zuckerberg given recent decisions to "encourage disinformation and hate speech" on his company's platforms. A suit pending in Northern California alleges Meta infringed the copyrights of several authors...
‘Facebook’s Descent Into Toxic Masculinity’ Prompts Stanford Professor to Drop Meta as Client
Mark Lemley said he could not “in good conscience represent Mark Zuckerberg given recent decisions to "encourage disinformation and hate speech" on his company's platforms. A suit pending in Northern California alleges Meta infringed the copyrights of several authors...