When the federal government first shut down on Oct. 1, many facets of the legal industry chugged along uninterrupted.       When the federal government first shut down on Oct. 1, many facets of the legal industry chugged along uninterrupted.       

Crenshaw's exit leaves the commission without a Democratic holdover at a moment of sharp policy change under Chairman Paul S. Atkins, whose leadership has emphasized industry flexibility and reduced enforcement—an approach Crenshaw repeatedly warned could expose...

Student associations and governments from 18 top-tier law schools signed a joint letter that asserts "accelerated timelines have also begun to undermine legal education, student and staff well-being, and the recruitment market."       Student associations and...

Lichtenstein was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for his involvement in a money-laundering conspiracy stemming from the hack and theft of approximately 120,000 Bitcoin from the global cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex.       Lichtenstein was sentenced to 60...

Law Crossing found the overall employment rate was 87.1%, the median starting salary for all graduates was $95,000, the average cost of a three-year program was $217,480, with a national average first-time bar passage rate of 78%.       Law Crossing found the overall...

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier had argued that letting lawyers who want to work for the government hold Florida Bar membership for up to three years without having to take the state's Bar exam would address staffing issues and allow the state government to...

In Cline v. Sunoco, Inc. R&M, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit largely affirmed the federal district court's rulings certifying a class and awarding damages, and in the process, adopted the majority test for determining whether the class members are...

While Linklaters is the fastest grower, it is also hosts the smallest U.S. presence of the trio, the latest LLP accounts show.       While Linklaters is the fastest grower, it is also hosts the smallest U.S. presence of the trio, the latest LLP accounts...

Despite white-collar defense practice shifts, several firm leaders said 2025 was a busy year for their D.C. offices, with higher education, trade and investigations practices staying active.       Despite white-collar defense practice shifts, several firm leaders said...

The merger gives Taft a new presence in Atlanta and a second office in Washington, D.C.       The merger gives Taft a new presence in Atlanta and a second office in Washington, D.C.       

"Balancing requires the ability to prioritize, trust in your team and practice effective delegation. I have immense trust and respect for Nadira Clarke, my co-leader for the group; being able to share the burden and lead with a trusted compatriot is a winning formula....

Here, Law.com takes a look at what securities litigators are paying attention to in 2026.       Here, Law.com takes a look at what securities litigators are paying attention to in 2026.       

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission invited white men who have experienced workplace discrimination based on race or sex to contact the agency.       The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission invited white men who have experienced workplace discrimination...

The Legal Accountability Project, which advocates for law clerks, stated in a news release Tuesday that its complaint is based on information it received from several former clerks raising concerns about Sarah A.L. Merriam's workplace conduct.       The Legal...

Sources did not disclose a payment date or hours requirements, though King & Spalding said earlier this year it required associates to reach the industry standard of 1,950 billable hours to be eligible for bonuses.       Sources did not disclose a payment date or...

In Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Georgia, the top schools didn't fare as well compared to lower-ranked schools for July 2025 bar passage rates.       In Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Georgia, the top schools didn't fare as well compared to lower-ranked schools for July...

"My CEO is saying, 'How are you managing your budget? Can't you use AI? Let head count be flat next year,'" said Lisa Roberts, general counsel of Stax Payments.       "My CEO is saying, 'How are you managing your budget? Can't you use AI? Let head count be flat next...

Once unthinkable, private equity reshaped the legal market in 2025. These five PE investment models explain why 2026 may be the year Big Law can no longer hold the line.       Once unthinkable, private equity reshaped the legal market in 2025. These five PE investment...

"Start by leading from where you are. Take ownership, mentor others, and think beyond your own docket. Leadership is about mindset—being proactive, collaborative, and committed to the success of the team as a whole. And there's no better way to position yourself for a...

The incoming New York City mayor also reiterated his desire to rapidly expand the city's Law Department, saying "there's a clear need for a few hundred additional lawyers."       The incoming New York City mayor also reiterated his desire to rapidly expand the city's...

“As the law on whether or not cryptocurrencies or exchanges are securities is evolving, this ruling provides celebrity promoters and other marketers working on national platforms some comfort that they can't be hauled into a jurisdiction where they have not focused...

Big Law firms ramped up their lateral machinery, making group laterals and lift-outs a key part of their playbooks in 2025.       Big Law firms ramped up their lateral machinery, making group laterals and lift-outs a key part of their playbooks in...

Nekia Hackworth Jones was among the Securities and Exchange Commission's highest-ranking Black lawyers. She led the agency's Atlanta Regional Office before becoming one of the Division of Enforcement's four deputy directors in April.       Nekia Hackworth Jones was...

This year, Mayer Brown has increased its lateral partner hires, from 26 to 56, by leaning on practice leaders to recruit and emphasizing six particular areas it says touch high-value sectors.       This year, Mayer Brown has increased its lateral partner hires, from...

Law schools are partnering with legal tech companies and tapping innovators to guide them in using rapidly developing technology.       Law schools are partnering with legal tech companies and tapping innovators to guide them in using rapidly developing...

On Monday, the Consumer Attorneys of California opposed Uber's motion to postpone a Jan. 13 bellwether trial in the multidistrict litigation involving sexual assaults by its drivers.       On Monday, the Consumer Attorneys of California opposed Uber's motion to...

The action comes after another former Kasowitz partner, Eric Herschmann, sued the veteran litigator and his firm over unpaid wages.       The action comes after another former Kasowitz partner, Eric Herschmann, sued the veteran litigator and his firm over unpaid...

A special master found this month that Heninger Garrison Davis and two of its partners, Lew Garrison and Bill Bross, and former attorney Taylor Bartlett, failed to adequately vet nearly 1,000 claims made on behalf of Ugandan citizens in 3M's $6 billion earplug...

Families of terror victims are trying to seize billions of dollars in hacked Bitcoin, arguing it belongs to Iran's hidden crypto-mining operation.       Families of terror victims are trying to seize billions of dollars in hacked Bitcoin, arguing it belongs to Iran's...

Mitchell Hamline School of Law professor Gregory Duhl will begin teaching his "reimagined" contracts course this spring.       Mitchell Hamline School of Law professor Gregory Duhl will begin teaching his "reimagined" contracts course this spring.       

The two Southeast-founded firms followed a trend of most Am Law 100 firms making fewer promotions this year       The two Southeast-founded firms followed a trend of most Am Law 100 firms making fewer promotions this year       

Kirkland, Latham, Goodwin and Paul Weiss are among the fast growers as U.S.-based institutions continue their relentless assault on the U.K. capital.       Kirkland, Latham, Goodwin and Paul Weiss are among the fast growers as U.S.-based institutions continue their...

Several industry observers have said that if McDermott or any other big firm actually makes good on its talk and welcomes PE investment, it's likely others will follow suit.       Several industry observers have said that if McDermott or any other big firm actually...

Gen Z attorneys appear to be staying at the firm they entered the industry with for longer than their predecessors at the tail-end of the Millennial generation.       Gen Z attorneys appear to be staying at the firm they entered the industry with for longer than their...

"It goes without saying that making partner requires developing excellent technical skills, substantive expertise, sound judgment, and strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Beyond that, I'd encourage associates to be vocal about their goals. Seek regular...

President Donald Trump won case after case at the Supreme Court in his first year back in the White House. But the justices also pushed back against some of his boldest moves and could hand him more defeats in 2026.       President Donald Trump won case after case at...

Hyde Park Town Justice Michael H. Plass unethically promised to "incarcerate offenders and protect victims of domestic violence" and stated that "together we can make a change in the safety of our community," the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct noted in...

"I'm not sure I understood how massive and challenging the job was going to be," Rachel Brand said of her 2018 move from the Justice Department to Walmart, which had 2.3 million employees and more than 10,000 stores across 20 countries.       "I'm not sure I...

The disgraced rapper and entrepreneur also seeks to overturn conviction on First Amendment grounds       The disgraced rapper and entrepreneur also seeks to overturn conviction on First Amendment grounds