"The judicial role is rarely more essential than in the context of the Great Writ," counsel for Maryland federal judges wrote in a motion defending the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland's standing order that prevents hasty deportations of local...

The ruling delved into a novel issue of who can receive restitution from a defendant that defrauded hundreds of certified classes.       The ruling delved into a novel issue of who can receive restitution from a defendant that defrauded hundreds of certified...

The judges considering whether or not to unseal grand jury testimony in two matters relating to Jeffrey Epstein ordered the Department of Justice to file memorandums of law in support of their motion. Manhattan Federal judges Richard Berman and Paul Engelmayer said...

"Uber's accusations rely on rhetoric, not reality," Downtown LA Law Group claimed. "The company never tried a single case it now claims was fraudulent. Every referenced case was reviewed, defended and settled by Uber and its legal counsel—often after months of...

Black advanced through the ranks of the Dade County Public Defender's Office in 1970s to become one of the best-known defense attorneys in the nation.       Black advanced through the ranks of the Dade County Public Defender's Office in 1970s to become one of the...

Seward & Kissel and Squire Patton Boggs are some of the latest law firms to gain partners from McDermott and Schulte ahead of the firms' Aug. 1 merger date.       Seward & Kissel and Squire Patton Boggs are some of the latest law firms to gain partners from...

Nell Jessup Newton, University of Notre Dame professor emerita, has been named interim provost of Wake Forest University, succeeding Michele Gillespie, who is stepping down after three years in the role.       Nell Jessup Newton, University of Notre Dame professor...

“We think that the CHOICE Act is going to be ripe for litigation for some time, said Justin Beyer, a partner at Saul Ewing.       “We think that the CHOICE Act is going to be ripe for litigation for some time, said Justin Beyer, a partner at Saul...

The U.S. Supreme Court has handed the White House a string of major victories in President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration and the federal workforce in recent months. The court's liberal minority have not always agreed on how to respond.       The U.S. Supreme...

“The purpose of this administrative stay is to give the court sufficient opportunity to consider the motion for a stay pending appeal and should not be construed in any way as a ruling on the merits of that motion, the appellate court stated.       “The purpose of...

A Florida financier is seeking a receivership in South Dakota federal court after investing $4 million in a cryptocurrency hedge fund that later collapsed—an investment he says was arranged by his attorney, who also served as the fund's general counsel.       A...

This action was surfaced by Law.com Radar, which delivers real-time alerting on new litigation across more than 2,900 state and federal courts. Click here to get started and be first to act on opportunities in your region, practice area or client sector.       This...

Baker McKenzie North America trade secret practice chair Bradford Newman joins the firm to lead the Northern California outpost.       Baker McKenzie North America trade secret practice chair Bradford Newman joins the firm to lead the Northern California...

Baker McKenzie North America trade-secrets practice chair Bradford Newman joins the firm to lead the Northern California outpost.       Baker McKenzie North America trade-secrets practice chair Bradford Newman joins the firm to lead the Northern California...

Profit grew in all of the firm's core markets but notably the biggest increases were seen in the U.S. and Asia.       Profit grew in all of the firm's core markets but notably the biggest increases were seen in the U.S. and Asia.       

Seven of the nine firms that made deals with the Trump administration also said they wouldn't let the administration dictate their pro bono work, although most firms have kept quiet about what types of work they believe will satisfy the administration.       Seven of...

The Second Hundred firm is joining forces with construction boutique Galvanize Law on the heels of a May tie-up with an Arizona labor and employment firm.       The Second Hundred firm is joining forces with construction boutique Galvanize Law on the heels of a May...

“I think there's a lot of confusion right now, and there are a lot of differing views from district courts about how to interpret California, said attorney Julie Edelstein, referring to the U.S. Supreme Court's Department of Education v. California ruling that allowed...

A federal judge ordered lawyers in the multidistrict litigation over 'forever chemicals' in drinking water to meet with him Tuesday after a lead defense attorney disclosed there could be tens of thousands of additional unfiled claims.       A federal judge ordered...

The Second Circuit in 1997 laid out a nine-factor test for judges to consider whether public interest outweighed rules of grand jury secrecy. In this case, observers opine it could come down to opposition from the surviving parties.       The Second Circuit in 1997...

Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf's derailed nomination to the Constitutional Court lays bare how digital outrage and partisan pressure are creeping into Germany's judicial system, targeting democratic institutions much like in the U.S.       Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf's derailed...

“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...