“Smaller teams tend to be more resource-constrained, and they're usually so heads down' handling the day-to-day needs of the business that they don't have the bandwidth to explore new service or support models," said Stephanie Corey, CEO of the legal operations...

Brownstein, Holland & Knight, K&L Gates, Squire Patton Boggs and Hogan Lovells all reported increases in their lobbying revenue compared with Q1 of this year.       Brownstein, Holland & Knight, K&L Gates, Squire Patton Boggs and Hogan Lovells all...

U.S. District Senior Judge Royce C. Lamberth ruled Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty would face irreparable harms including "mass furloughs, cancelation of programming, and inevitable damage to the global influence that RFE/RL has built over decades" without a...

The current makeup of the court is well-known for its stark division between liberals and conservatives, but attorney Matthew Haverstick thinks that dynamic won't play out in the New Jersey Transit case. "I think the issue is less about personal injury and more about...

In brand protection, as in bridge engineering, the strength of brand differentiation (trademark distinctiveness) depends on the integrity of each supporting cable. When one snaps, the question is not only whether you can fix that component, but also whether the whole...

Paul Walsh, founder and managing partner of Walsh Barnes, is winding down his practice after 35 years to launch his own mediation practice.       Paul Walsh, founder and managing partner of Walsh Barnes, is winding down his practice after 35 years to launch his own...

North American law firm COOs and administrators are looking to boost their IT budgets to make way for gen AI adoption.       North American law firm COOs and administrators are looking to boost their IT budgets to make way for gen AI adoption.       

The committee will begin its review of current accreditation standards and procedures, with an emphasis on identifying potential opportunities for innovation, in light of the evolving needs of the legal profession.       The committee will begin its review of current...

"It's a game of Whac-A-Mole, so it takes a lot of time and effort," said Christopher Carlson, a partner at Troutman Pepper Locke.       "It's a game of Whac-A-Mole, so it takes a lot of time and effort," said Christopher Carlson, a partner at Troutman Pepper...

I had the chance to interview Judge Judy Sheindlin about her new series, “Justice on Trial," which could be used as a teaching tool in law school classrooms.       I had the chance to interview Judge Judy Sheindlin about her new series, “Justice on Trial," which could...

On May 22, 2025, the Supreme Court endorsed the “fraudulent inducement theory of wire fraud in Kousisis v. United States, departing from its recent trend of narrowing the scope of broadly worded criminal statutes, including the wire fraud statute. This decision...

"Many high-performing associates assume that excelling in their matters will lead to partnership, but the reality is that the path to partner requires strategic thinking, relationships, and a proactive approach to career development."       "Many high-performing...

D.C. Circuit Judge J. Michelle Childs said at an event at the federal district courthouse in Seattle last week that she's recently had seven pizzas sent to her house by people who want her to know they know where she lives. “I felt like you know this is important to...

Former Davis Polk associate Ryan W. Powers is one of many former Big Law attorneys who are publicly blasting the legal industry.       Former Davis Polk associate Ryan W. Powers is one of many former Big Law attorneys who are publicly blasting the legal...

The case is the latest episode in a fraught relationship between the investment bank and two European fintech companies.       The case is the latest episode in a fraught relationship between the investment bank and two European fintech companies.       

The DOJ notified Judge John Bates that it's appealing his order permanently enjoining the government from implementing an executive order targeting Jenner.       error code: 502

Laura Hibben says in the 19-page lawsuit that the company did not attempt to come up with "reasonable accommodations" for her depression, a protected mental health condition under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act.       Laura Hibben says in the 19-page...

The president's attorney is Miami lawyer Alejandro “Alex Brito of Brito Law, who negotiated a $15 million settlement with ABC News on Trump's behalf.       The president's attorney is Miami lawyer Alejandro “Alex Brito of Brito Law, who negotiated a $15 million...

The president's attorney is Miami lawyer Alejandro “Alex Brito of Brito Law, who negotiated a $15 million settlement with ABC News on Trump's behalf.       The president's attorney is Miami lawyer Alejandro “Alex Brito of Brito Law, who negotiated a $15 million...

The new rule of court and accompanying guidance give courts the choice of whether to use generative AI. Judges will have discretion in many cases over disclosing its use.       The new rule of court and accompanying guidance give courts the choice of whether to use...

The new rule of court and accompanying guidance give courts the choice of whether to use generative AI. Judges will have discretion in many cases over disclosing its use.       The new rule of court and accompanying guidance give courts the choice of whether to use...

The hearing addresses the defendants' demurrer and special motion to dismiss the case pursuant to California's anti-SLAPP statute, which was filed in December 2024.       The hearing addresses the defendants' demurrer and special motion to dismiss the case pursuant to...

The hearing addresses the defendants' demurrer and special motion to dismiss the case pursuant to California's anti-SLAPP statute, which was filed in December 2024.       The hearing addresses the defendants' demurrer and special motion to dismiss the case pursuant to...

"You need someone to be ultimately responsible for decisions on the staff side of the house, and it's too hard for practicing lawyers to do on a day-to-day basis,” said firm chair Jon Ballis.       "You need someone to be ultimately responsible for decisions on the...

"You need someone to be ultimately responsible for decisions on the staff side of the house, and it's too hard for practicing lawyers to do on a day-to-day basis,” said firm chair Jon Ballis.       "You need someone to be ultimately responsible for decisions on the...

A man suing X Corp. for $70 million for allegedly violating his civil rights asked the judge recuse himself from the case, but the judged denied his motion.       A man suing X Corp. for $70 million for allegedly violating his civil rights asked the judge recuse...

A man suing X Corp. for $70 million for allegedly violating his civil rights asked the judge recuse himself from the case, but the judged denied his motion.       A man suing X Corp. for $70 million for allegedly violating his civil rights asked the judge recuse...

"The federal interests here are particularly weak compared to the relatively strong interest of the state in interpreting its own statute via a specialized tribunal created by the state legislature," said U.S. District Judge John J. Tharp Jr. of the Northern District...

"The federal interests here are particularly weak compared to the relatively strong interest of the state in interpreting its own statute via a specialized tribunal created by the state legislature," said U.S. District Judge John J. Tharp Jr. of the Northern District...

The shortage of experienced AI talent and the need for all employees to embrace gen AI is making internal development more vital than ever.       The shortage of experienced AI talent and the need for all employees to embrace gen AI is making internal development more...

The shortage of experienced AI talent and the need for all employees to embrace gen AI is making internal development more vital than ever.       The shortage of experienced AI talent and the need for all employees to embrace gen AI is making internal development more...

Faith Evans is facing litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery accusing the R&B singer of witholding proceeds from a deal over rapper Biggie Small's music catalog from a trust.       Faith Evans is facing litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery accusing...

Faith Evans is facing litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery accusing the R&B singer of witholding proceeds from a deal over rapper Biggie Small's music catalog from a trust.       Faith Evans is facing litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery accusing...

Cases are piling up against Roblox over video game addiction and sexual grooming of minors.       Cases are piling up against Roblox over video game addiction and sexual grooming of minors.       

Cases are piling up against Roblox over video game addiction and sexual grooming of minors.       Cases are piling up against Roblox over video game addiction and sexual grooming of minors.       

Optum was accused of approving claims that were not covered under the union's benefits plan.       Optum was accused of approving claims that were not covered under the union's benefits plan.       

Optum was accused of approving claims that were not covered under the union's benefits plan.       Optum was accused of approving claims that were not covered under the union's benefits plan.       

Elkhem Materials Inc. said Allied Metal Co., backed by Reed Smith, satisfied the judgment Wednesday after asking the court to approve the $1 million agreement to cover the jury's verdict, attorney fees and prejudgment interest earlier this week.       Elkhem Materials...

Republican Federal Trade Commission members set aside a ban on the executives, saying the FTC failed to plead antitrust law violations and disregarded decades of precedent under the FTC Merger Guidelines.       Republican Federal Trade Commission members set aside a...

"Although Plaintiffs fear the repercussions of disclosure, a fear that something may happen in the future—even if that fear is serious and sincere—is not enough to bring a lawsuit," U.S. District Judge Jia M. Cobb wrote in dismissing the FBI Agents Association's...

New Jersey's 17 U.S. District Court judges will meet Monday to decide what to do about the U.S. Attorney's post. They could reappoint Alina Habba, pick someone else, or leave the position vacant.       New Jersey's 17 U.S. District Court judges will meet Monday to...

It is critical not just to work hard, but to know why you are working so hard. Know not only what your goals are, but also what motivates you, what excites you, and why you are putting in the long hours. Gravitate towards areas of the law and practices that are...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Patrick Smith speaks with the three McDermott, Will & Emery attorneys undertook the task of peeling back layer after layer of what artificial intelligence will mean for those using the tool for business and legal purposes. There...

TikTok Global, a limited liability company formed to make a bid to buy TikTok's U.S. presence, has sued the social media company, its Chinese parent company ByteDance, Beijing Telecommunications and the former CEO of ByteDance, Yiming Zhang, in Florida federal court...

“My guess is that the lion's share of laid-off attorneys at Microsoft are in the bottom tranche, lawyers three to seven years out of law school that are more easily replaced, where you can get less lawyers to do more using AI, said Sean Burke, founding partner of the...

The former jurists expressed concern about the potential for "retroactive challenges to dozens of cases tried by a magistrate judge in a close-knit legal community, even when no actual bias is alleged or proven.”       The former jurists expressed concern about the...

Gov. Maura Healey nominated Judge Emily Karstetter and attorney Thomas Townsend to serve as associate justices of the Superior Court.       Gov. Maura Healey nominated Judge Emily Karstetter and attorney Thomas Townsend to serve as associate justices of the Superior...

This month in the Zantac litigation, the Delaware Supreme Court tossed all the plaintiffs' experts in thousands of cases, while another jury sided with the defense.       This month in the Zantac litigation, the Delaware Supreme Court tossed all the plaintiffs'...

"Ms. Slaughter's purported removal was unlawful and without legal effect," U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan of the District of Columbia wrote in a decision reinstating Democratic Federal Trade Commissioner member Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and requiring the Trump...

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has reportedly altered its protocol for hiring laterals in the U.S. The business rationale for the shift is straightforward, but will there be unintended consequences?       Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has reportedly altered its...

"As such, while it would be inappropriate to take advantage of this knowledge, GM's counsel herein will be employing and working daily with an individual with intimate knowledge of LKQ's litigation strategies and thought processes whether they are disqualified in this...

Anthropic noted statutory damages for the use of millions of works could be “ruinous, but District Judge William Alsup said, “It cannot be true that as the scope of copying grows, so does the impunity.       Anthropic noted statutory damages for the use of millions of...

The Trump administration is deploying workarounds that delay routing U.S. Attorney nominees through the Senate advice and consent process, where they might be blocked by Democrats.       The Trump administration is deploying workarounds that delay routing U.S....

M&Ms and Skittles are under investigation by the Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as part of the state and federal crackdown on food companies using dyes that have allegedly been linked to cancer and other disorders.       M&Ms and Skittles are under...

Latham & Watkins, Steptoe and Schertler Onorato Mead & Sears are among the law firms advising former Biden staffers.       Latham & Watkins, Steptoe and Schertler Onorato Mead & Sears are among the law firms advising former Biden...

Yair Listokin, the Shibley Family Fund Professor of Law, has been named the interim dean of Yale Law School, effective Aug. 1.       Yair Listokin, the Shibley Family Fund Professor of Law, has been named the interim dean of Yale Law School, effective Aug....

“Losing our beloved son Jason has caused us unspeakable pain that we would not wish on anyone," former Florida state Sen. Daphne Campbell said in a statement.       “Losing our beloved son Jason has caused us unspeakable pain that we would not wish on anyone," former...

The incoming CLO's arrival marks the latest in a series of high-profile hires at Thrive.       The incoming CLO's arrival marks the latest in a series of high-profile hires at Thrive.