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The First Milbank Match Is Here — Including Special Bonus Money!
Congratulations! When will other Biglaw and boutique firms decide to get on board the bonus bandwagon? The post The First Milbank Match Is Here — Including Special Bonus Money! appeared first on Above the Law.Biglaw might not be ready to announce bonuses yet, what...
Firm Announces New Compensation Model In Preparation For Merger
Two paths diverged in a merged firm... The post Firm Announces New Compensation Model In Preparation For Merger appeared first on Above the Law.Troutman Pepper pushed back the merger with Locke Lord from earlier this year, but as the leaves begin to fall in earnest...
You May Be Upset With The Election Result, But Leaving The Country Is A Complicated Process That Might Not Be Worth It
Really, really complicated. The post You May Be Upset With The Election Result, But Leaving The Country Is A Complicated Process That Might Not Be Worth It appeared first on Above the Law.Really, really complicated. The post You May Be Upset With The Election Result,...
Harvard Triples Down On Punishing Campus Free Speech, Adds Prayer To No-No List
Praying and studying at Harvard. What, like it's hard? The post Harvard Triples Down On Punishing Campus Free Speech, Adds Prayer To No-No List appeared first on Above the Law.Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and right to associate freely are bedrock principles...
Changing of the Tide: Law Firm-Fee Sharing and Ownership with Nonlawyers
This article originally appeared in the Trial Lawyer’s Journal Vol. I. To request a complimentary copy, sign up at www.triallawyersjournal.com to access all the articles. The ability of a lawyer to maintain their professional independence is critical to protecting and...
How It Works: A Walkthrough of Steno’s new Transcript Genius Transcript Analysis Tool
This week on How it Works, we feature Transcript Genius, Steno’s new AI-powered transcript analysis tool. Transcript Genius helps attorneys streamline workflows, extract insights, and build stronger cases at no extra cost. It automates transcript analysis, allowing...
Next Likely EU Competition Hints at Priorities in 3-Hour Confirmation Hearing
Partners watched closely as Teresa Ribera Rodri guez, a lawyer by training who has no background in antitrust, talked of the need for a new instrument to address killer acquisitions. Partners watched closely as Teresa Ribera Rodri guez, a lawyer by training who...
HSF-Kramer Levin Tie-Up Offers 5 Insights Into Modern-Day Mergers
The Herbert Smith Freehills agreement with Kramer Levin follows a set path that is becoming the norm for law firm combinations. The Herbert Smith Freehills agreement with Kramer Levin follows a set path that is becoming the norm for law firm...
Pleading Importation: ITC Decisions Highlight Need for Adequate Evidentiary Support
The International Trade Commission is empowered to block the importation into the United States of products that infringe U.S. intellectual property rights, In the past, the ITC generally instituted investigations without questioning the importation allegations in the...
CSX Joins Rest of Big Four Railroad Companies in Installing New Generation of Legal Leadership
CEO Joe Hinrichs said the company's hiring of an 18-year veteran of its legal department as legal chief "highlights our confidence in the exceptional depth of talent within our organization. We are fortunate to have an outstanding team of railroaders poised to harness...
Lawsuits Mount Over Moderna’s RSV Vaccine
The newest case is the fifth to bring similar allegations against Moderna in the same court, with three others, all filed Nov. 5, surfaced by Law.com Radar. The newest case is the fifth to bring similar allegations against Moderna in the same court, with three...
Dominion Energy Accused of Terminating Employee for Remote Work Request Following Medical Leave
Despite dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis and complications from surgery, plaintiff Stephanie Arble was allegedly threatened by her manager at Dominion Energy Ohio that it would be "insubordination" if she did not come into the office on returning from medical...
Ted Olson, Former Solicitor General Who Argued Bush v. Gore, Dies
Despite being known as a conservative lawyer, Olson notably teamed up with his opposing counsel in the Bush case, David Boies, to challenge a California amendment against same-sex marriage. Despite being known as a conservative lawyer, Olson notably teamed up...
Critical Mass With Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad: Third Circuit Hears Post-Purdue Arguments in Boy Scouts Case, Lead Prosecutor in Tom Girardi Trial Joins Edelson
Law Firm Accused of Barratry for Allegedly Soliciting Crash Victims
The plaintiffs allegedly received a call from Kanner & Pintaluga two days after the crash, offering representation and a minimum recovery of $10,000. The law firm did not respond to a request for comment. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Trump’s Selection of Zeldin to Head EPA Draws Surprise, Little Hope of Avoiding Deregulation
Even if Lee Zeldin “were a mild supporter of climate change activity, Trump's opposition to climate change regulation is so strong and so well known that I doubt that Zeldin would get him to move off of his opposition, said environmental law profesor Robert...
Trump’s Lawyers Speak Out: ‘The President Had the Confidence to Retain Me’
Three Florida lawsuits against Trump remain active, and the Miami-Dade attorneys involved belong to one of the president-elect's largest group of supporters: Latino men. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
Who Are Trump’s Potential Candidates for Attorney General?
Several potential candidates have law firm backgrounds, including some who practiced in Big Law earlier in their careers. 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...
Drugmaker Wins $70.5M After Fed Judge Says Generic Sales Were Blocked
"The court finds Sandoz's lost profits following the launch of generic treprostinil were a natural and probable consequence of United Therapeutics' breach of its promise," U.S. District Judge Brian Martinotti said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
Federal Prosecutor in Tom Girardi Trial Joins Edelson
Assistant U.S. Attorney Ali Moghaddas was a lead prosecutor who obtained an Aug. 27 guilty verdict against Tom Girardi. 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...
Walmart Accused of Misrepresenting ‘Cheese’ Ingredients in Great Value’s Macaroni & Cheese
Walmart is accused of falsely labeling their Great Value macaroni and cheese as containing "real cheddar cheese." 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...
2025 Will Be a Turning Point for Crypto Counselor Laura Brookover
“When there is a more productive relationship between industry and regulators, advocacy can take many forms, said Laura Brookover, deputy general counsel for OpenSea. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Will the 9th Circuit Still be Center Stage in Trump Policy Challenges?
Lawyers challenging Trump's second-term policies might eye the First Circuit, in addition to the Ninth, said University of Pittsburgh law professor Arthur Hellman. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Lockmaker’s Veteran GC Takes Old Job Back After Successor Lasts Just 3 Months
Allegion declined to explain why Jeff Braun was back as legal chief or why Stacy Cozad was no longer with the company. Allegion declined to explain why Jeff Braun was back as legal chief or why Stacy Cozad was no longer with the company.
Got Good Grades? You Might Not Even Have To Bother With The LSAT Anymore!
Probably still worth taking the LSAT. The post Got Good Grades? You Might Not Even Have To Bother With The LSAT Anymore! appeared first on Above the Law.Probably still worth taking the LSAT. The post Got Good Grades? You Might Not Even Have To Bother With The LSAT...
After Demanding Delay Of NY Sentencing Until After Election, Trump Demands Sentencing Be Canceled Because Of Election
Chutzpah. The post After Demanding Delay Of NY Sentencing Until After Election, Trump Demands Sentencing Be Canceled Because Of Election appeared first on Above the Law.Chutzpah. The post After Demanding Delay Of NY Sentencing Until After Election, Trump Demands...
Trump Judge Rules Guns Are Sort Of Like Airbags. Nice, Murderous Airbags.
There are a lot of ways to strike down a gun control law. Judge Stephen McGlynn chose one of the dumbest. The post Trump Judge Rules Guns Are Sort Of Like Airbags. Nice, Murderous Airbags. appeared first on Above the Law.There are a lot of ways to strike down a gun...
Biglaw Firms Keeping Things Quiet When It Comes To Presidential Election Results
Lawyers may be struggling with the election results, but law firm leaders are keeping their reactions on the down-low. The post Biglaw Firms Keeping Things Quiet When It Comes To Presidential Election Results appeared first on Above the Law.Lawyers may be struggling...
A First Look At 2026
Every thinking person voted against Trump (not necessarily for Harris; but against Trump), and it wasn't enough. We've brought this on ourselves. The post A First Look At 2026 appeared first on Above the Law.Every thinking person voted against Trump (not necessarily...
3 Reasons To Practice Patent Litigation
Patent litigation promises to never be a boring enterprise, at least in terms of subject matter. The post 3 Reasons To Practice Patent Litigation appeared first on Above the Law.Patent litigation promises to never be a boring enterprise, at least in terms of subject...
The Biglaw Firm Topping The Prestige Ranking
Do you agree with the ranking? The post The Biglaw Firm Topping The Prestige Ranking appeared first on Above the Law.Do you agree with the ranking? The post The Biglaw Firm Topping The Prestige Ranking appeared first on Above the Law.
$2B Biglaw Firm On The Horizon — See Also
Mergers Make Massive Money!: Hello, HSF Kramer! Why Do We Enjoy Music? Why Do Assault Rifles Enter Kindergartens?: Judge McGlynn teaches masterclass in poor analogical reasoning. The Long Game Is Paying Off: Trump wants the sentencing called off because he won. Will...
How I Made Partner: ‘Persevere Through the Challenging Times,’ Says Jennifer Daglio of Hunton Andrews Kurth
"Persevere through the challenging times and eventually you will hit your sweet spot where your expertise and opportunities intersect in a way that provides tremendous fulfillment and satisfaction." "Persevere through the challenging times and eventually you...
2024 Veterans in Law Special Issue
2024 Veterans in Law Special Issue Attorney at Law Magazine is proud to highlight lawyers who have served in the military in the 2024 Veterans in Law special issue. Lawyers! I’m excited to introduce our first National Veterans in Law special issue! Over the years,...
Andy Beltran: A Marine’s Mission for Justice
Andy Beltran: A Marine’s Mission for Justice By Susan Cushing As the sun dips below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the bustling city, a Marine veteran stands resolute in his corner office, a far cry from the battlefields he once traversed. With a disciplined...
Douglas Saeltzer: Military Precision in Law
Though he no longer wears the uniform, the pride and honor it symbolizes remain unwavering for trial attorney Douglas Saeltzer. The saying “Once a soldier, always a soldier” perfectly captures how his military experience has shaped his character. A highly decorated...
John Berry: Leading by Example
John Berry isn’t your typical attorney. With two decades of dedicated service in the United States Army and Nebraska National Guard, he brings a rare intensity and focus to his role as a trial attorney. For Berry, the saying “Eagles don’t fly in flocks” resonates...
Louis Patino: A Career Helping the Injured
Louis “Doc” Patino has made a career out of helping the injured first as a combat medic at the age of 21, then as a chiropractor and finally as a plaintiff’s personal injury attorney. We sat down with him to discuss his career and how his time in the Army made him the...
Morning Docket: 11.12.24
* French publications sue X claiming Elon's distributing their content without paying for it. Elon making money off of other people's actual good ideas? Not the head of Tesla! [Le Monde] * Transition offical tells DOJ lawyers unwilling to swear fealty to Trump that...
Ex-Hedge Fund Marketer Agrees $200,000 Is Worth Avoiding A Third Trial
The judge’s back-of-the-envelope math was much more amenable to Youngjoo Rhee this time than last. The post Ex-Hedge Fund Marketer Agrees $200,000 Is Worth Avoiding A Third Trial appeared first on Above the Law.The judge’s back-of-the-envelope math was much more...
Mirroring The Justices’ Styles
Sophisticated writing software with AI components can now tell you how to write like particular judges by engineering writing that mirrors stylistic features of the judges’ writings. The post Mirroring The Justices’ Styles appeared first on Above the...
Biglaw Merger Alert: This Transatlantic Tie-Up Will Create A $2B Megafirm
Their combined revenue would catapult the new firm near the top of financial rankings. The post Biglaw Merger Alert: This Transatlantic Tie-Up Will Create A $2B Megafirm appeared first on Above the Law.Back in September, we reported that there was “heightened”...
Data Privacy And Security With Gen AI Models [Sponsored]
Examining data privacy and data security concerns with the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) tools in the legal industry and how to find the best solution. The post Data Privacy And Security With Gen AI Models appeared first on Above the...
Hiring Up, Productivity Up, Demand Up… Everything’s Coming Up Roses For Law Firms
But how long can it last? The post Hiring Up, Productivity Up, Demand Up… Everything’s Coming Up Roses For Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.After weathering the economic catastrophe brought on by a global pandemic and lockdown by notching record profits, law...
The Countdown To Fifth Circuit Mandating Every Student Stare At The 10 Commandments Has Begun
This case could turn real fast. The post The Countdown To Fifth Circuit Mandating Every Student Stare At The 10 Commandments Has Begun appeared first on Above the Law.This case could turn real fast. The post The Countdown To Fifth Circuit Mandating Every Student Stare...
Curbing Client And Talent Loss With Productivity Tech [Sponsored]
Law firms must leverage technology to curb client attrition and talent loss, enhancing efficiency and aligning with evolving expectations for lasting success. The post Curbing Client And Talent Loss With Productivity Tech appeared first on Above the Law.It has been...
How A Legal Services Agency Developed An Award-Winning KM Portal to Enhance Access to Justice
At the Knowledge Management and Innovation for Legal Conference held recently in New York City, Legal Services NYC was named as the inaugural winner of the LexPrize award, which is designed to recognize groundbreaking ideas in knowledge management and innovation for...
HSF and Kramer Levin Leaders Set Out Merger Timeline, Structure
In their first interview since announcing a transatlantic tie-up, the leaders of both firms spoke to Law.com about the combined firm's timing, structure and priorities. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
‘Don’t Be Afraid to Dumb It Down’: Top Fed Magistrate Judge Gives Tips on Explaining Complex Discovery Disputes
"You shouldn't necessarily assume that when you're in front of any of us that we have a clue of what you're talking about," U.S. District Chief Magistrate Judge Donald L. Cabell told attorneys on the evolution of electronically stored information. Hi there.The...
Kramer Levin, HSF Leaders Set Out Merger Timeline, Structure
In their first interview since announcing a transatlantic tie-up, the leaders of both firms spoke to Law.com about the combined firm's timing, structure and priorities. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
Attorney Claims Phila. Roundup Trial Schedule Has Given ‘Unfair’ Preference to Certain Firms
Thomas Bosworth, who started his own firm after his contentious split with Kline & Specter, requested that the court put him next in line to bring his Roundup case before a Philadelphia jury. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Accountability Through the Justice System: Daniel Kramer and Karen Dunn of Paul Weiss on Combating Hate
Daniel Kramer and Karen Dunn of Paul Weiss, finalists for The American Lawyer's 2024 Attorney of the Year honor, discuss their "role in the effort to address hate." Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
New York Judge Delays Decision on Whether to Set Aside Trump Criminal Case
The judge's ruling delayed his decision on whether to set aside the guilty verdict. 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...
Major Plaintiff Victories: Women’s Health Care Gets Expensive in Court
“This is one of those cases that when it first comes in the door, you know it's going to go to trial, attorney Sean K. McElligott said. “It's going to be a challenge, and those types of cases tend to go the distance." Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
Overcoming Hurricane Helene: How the Western North Carolina Legal Community Managed Court Closures, Sanitation Concerns
Attorneys working in private and public practice spoke to Law.com about the devastation left by Helene, reflecting how their day-to-day legal operations were affected and how their professional community pulled together in the aftermath. Hi there.The email you...
Newly Formed DEI Practices Expect Heightened Demand During Trump Administration
“The only people that benefit from this are the lawyers, which is unfortunate, said Gibson Dunn labor & employment co-chair Jason Schwartz of the uncertainty in the laws governing DEI issues. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Ned Mangum: The Sum of All Years
Ned Mangum: The Sum of All Years By Bob Friedman “I find that people are very interesting for the most part. They do interesting things, nice things, bad things, crazy things, and I’m fascinated by it,” said former Wake County District Court Chief Judge Ned...
The Price of Silence: How Recent Scandals Shed Light on Dynamics of Sexual Abuse Cases
There is a price of silence in crimes where knowledge and exposure can have severe consequences. When the victims are silent, whether because of their own fear or because of the inaction of others, the price can’t be measured in money. Media attention has recently...
Veterans Supporting Veteran-Led Businesses
“Given the nature of our job, we see businesses make all kinds of mistakes—including those that unfortunately lead to litigation,” said Cosmo Zinkow, a commercial litigator with Poyner Spruill. “There were a lot of organizations out there focused on helping military...
Nichad Davis: A Passion for Justice, Equity and Equality
Nichad Davis’ path to becoming a civil rights lawyer began at a lunch counter in Greensboro 32 years before he was born. In 1959, at what was then the Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina, several students seeking to change Jim Crow policies in the...
Handling Modern Long-Term Care
Retirement planning must include the costs associated with the diminished capacity for self-care. It’s generally accepted that couples tend to take care of each other as much as possible as they age. What then, is a surviving spouse to do when left alone? That part...
Nonprofit Group Impartial Helps Prisoners Find Therapy Through Art
Home Feature Stories Community Spotlight Nonprofit Group Impartial Helps Prisoners Find Therapy Through Art By Bob Friedman November 12, 2024 In 2020, Danny Brooks was serving a 10-year sentence for a violent crime when he received devastating news—his father was...
Legal Innovators: Trust & Will
It’s surprising to learn that public figures like Prince, Howard Hughes and Sonny Bono each died without a will. Yet, 70% of American families are in the same situation, lacking an estate plan. One such individual was tech entrepreneur Cody Barbo. While planning his...
Paperless Law Practice: How to Boost Efficiency, Cut Costs and Improve Client Satisfaction
The shift to paperless goes beyond merely reducing paper use. The post Paperless Law Practice: How to Boost Efficiency, Cut Costs and Improve Client Satisfaction appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Is your law firm considering a shift...
BREAKING: Milbank Leads The Associate Bonus Race
The firm *likes* being a compensation leader. The post BREAKING: Milbank Leads The Associate Bonus Race appeared first on Above the Law.The firm *likes* being a compensation leader. The post BREAKING: Milbank Leads The Associate Bonus Race appeared first on Above the...
8th Circuit Reverses $11.75M Verdict Over Improper Jury Instruction in Suit Over Liquor Distribution
The circuit court concluded that two of the jury instructions at trial didn't adequately define the relevant community of interest requirement and that the prejudicial error had a domino effect on all of the claims submitted to the jury. The circuit court...
Many Lawyers Are Reeling From Election Results, but Leaders Are Staying Mum
“Firm leaders just aren't talking about it, said Katherine Wilson, co-founder of Fractional CMO. “In the quest for unity, they tend to say, 'Well, it's just better to not say anything, because I don't want to offend anyone.'" “Firm leaders just aren't talking...
Energy Lawyers Expect Demand for Energy Work to Stay Steady Under Second Trump Administration
Energy lawyers are focused on how the policy of the second Trump administration may affect clean energy projects supported by tax credits via the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Energy lawyers are focused on how the policy of the second Trump administration may...
Portal Crypto Exchange Faces Delaware Investor Class Action
“The allegations in the complaint are about investors being bullied into signing these conversions and being lied to about the use of this money, said Eric Rosen, a partner at Dynamis. “The allegations in the complaint are about investors being bullied into...
FTX Estate Seeks to Recoup $1.76B From Binance, Plus Exec ‘Piggy Bank’ Payouts
FTX and its affiliates, represented in the bankruptcy court by Sullivan & Cromwell and Landis, Rath & Cobb, have filed a total of 36 adversary actions since Oct. 28, 25 of which were filed on Nov. 8. FTX and its affiliates, represented in the bankruptcy...
‘Possible Harm’?: Winston & Strawn Will Appeal Unfavorable Ruling in NASCAR Antitrust Lawsuit
“Although we are disappointed that the preliminary injunction was denied without prejudice and as premature, which we intend to appeal, this denial has no bearing on the merits of our case, Winston & Strawn partner Jeffrey Kessler said in response to a U.S....
How I Made Partner: ‘It’s Valuable to Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable,’ Says Ryan Ulloa of White & Case
"It is too easy to get complacent working for the same lawyers, on the same matters, for the same clients. Take on that new matter that you know nothing about or team up with that new partner you've never worked for. It'll almost always work out just fine. At worst,...
Herbert Smith Freehills to Merge with Kramer Levin
The firms are to combine into one fully-integrated organization known as Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, in one of the industry's most significant transatlantic combinations. The firms are to combine into one fully-integrated organization known as Herbert Smith...
3 GOP States Join Paid Sick Leave Movement, Passing Ballot Measures by Wide Margins
"This is a topic that seems to cross partisan divides. It is a benefit that enough constituents in Missouri and Alaska and Nebraska voted for it to pass. That's a telling sign,” said Josh Seidman, a partner at Seyfarth Shaw. "This is a topic that seems to cross...
Understanding Your Client’s Reimbursement Rights When Responding to Third-Party Subpoenas
When a company receives a subpoena, a few questions usually come to mind immediately – Is the company at risk? Do we need to respond? Who is going to pay for our employees’ time lost responding to the subpoena? The first question is very fact-dependent and requires a...
Understanding Your Client’s Reimbursement Rights When Responding to Third-Party Subpoenas
When a company receives a subpoena, a few questions usually come to mind immediately – Is the company at risk? Do we need to respond? Who is going to pay for our employees’ time lost responding to the subpoena? The first question is very fact-dependent and requires a...
Hurricane Helene’s Impact On Asheville, North Carolina: How Public and Private Attorneys Dealt With Closures, Safety and Sanitation
"I think as a whole, there was a lot of resiliency and we bounced back pretty well," attorney Steve Cash of Searson, Jones, Gottschalk & Cash in Asheville, North Carolina said. "I think as a whole, there was a lot of resiliency and we bounced back pretty...
State High Court Adopts Modern Standard for Who Keeps $70K Engagement Ring After Breakup
"We now join the modern trend adopted by the majority of jurisdictions that have considered the issue and retire the concept of fault in this context; where, as here, the planned wedding does not ensue and the engagement is ended, the engagement ring must be returned...
Kramer Levin to Merge With Herbert Smith Freehills
The firms are to combine into one fully integrated organization known as Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer. In the U.S., it will be called HSF Kramer. The firms are to combine into one fully integrated organization known as Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer. In the...
Biden Squeezes in U.S. District Court Nominee for New York Before Term Ends
The president also renominates district court judge in Guam. The president also renominates district court judge in Guam.
When Cultures Collide: How Children Inspire Inclusion in the Legal Profession
Julie Roundtree Livington | Our children have a lot to teach us, especially when approaching differences. The post When Cultures Collide: How Children Inspire Inclusion in the Legal Profession appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Our...
The Week in Data Nov. 10: A Look at Legal Industry Trends By the Numbers
Catch up on data and insights from across the Law.com Newsroom, including the appeals courts reversed most often. 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...
The 4 Scariest Words For Lawyers: The Finalists
Which four words do you think will scare a lawyer the most? The post The 4 Scariest Words For Lawyers: The Finalists appeared first on Above the Law.Which four words do you think will scare a lawyer the most? The post The 4 Scariest Words For Lawyers: The Finalists...
How Lawyers Can Master Content Creation: 4 Proven Steps To Boost Your Legal Practice
If you aren't playing the game, you're sitting on the sidelines watching. The post How Lawyers Can Master Content Creation: 4 Proven Steps To Boost Your Legal Practice appeared first on Above the Law.If you aren't playing the game, you're sitting on the sidelines...
Rudy Giuliani Waves Red Flag In Front Of Federal Judge In Freeman/Moss Case
Mayor Nine Lives is pushing it hard. The post Rudy Giuliani Waves Red Flag In Front Of Federal Judge In Freeman/Moss Case appeared first on Above the Law.Mayor Nine Lives is pushing it hard. The post Rudy Giuliani Waves Red Flag In Front Of Federal Judge In...
The Fifth Circuit May Become Even More Conservative During Trump’s Second Term
This may mean that the Fifth Circuit's jurisprudence will be overturned even more by the Supreme Court in the future. The post The Fifth Circuit May Become Even More Conservative During Trump’s Second Term appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily...
Conquering Conferences: Avoiding The Faux Pas Of Networking
Let's explore these with a sense of humor and learn how to steer clear of them. The post Conquering Conferences: Avoiding The Faux Pas Of Networking appeared first on Above the Law.Let's explore these with a sense of humor and learn how to steer clear of them. The...
Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Moving Out The Only Way To Move Up?
Legal departments face retention challenges as in-house counsel eye the door. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Moving Out The Only Way To Move Up? appeared first on Above the Law.Corporate law departments are in for “an attrition wave,” according to a new Axiom report...
From Cost Center To Command Center: How Legal Ops Leads With Resilience
Legal Ops professionals are ensuring that resilience is an embedded part of daily operations. The post From Cost Center To Command Center: How Legal Ops Leads With Resilience appeared first on Above the Law.Legal Operations has always been the backbone of business...
Local Man Allegedly Co-Conspires With Unwitting IRS In Hedge Fund Scam
Fake tax bills along with the fake account statements? Bravo, Justin Murphy. The post Local Man Allegedly Co-Conspires With Unwitting IRS In Hedge Fund Scam appeared first on Above the Law.Fake tax bills along with the fake account statements? Bravo, Justin Murphy....
The Litigation Reach Of These Biglaw Firms Is Remarkable
They're litigating all around the nation. The post The Litigation Reach Of These Biglaw Firms Is Remarkable appeared first on Above the Law.They're litigating all around the nation. The post The Litigation Reach Of These Biglaw Firms Is Remarkable appeared first on...
Wait, Is The Fifth Circuit The Reasonable One Here? — See Also
RFK Jr. Makes The Fifth Circuit Look Normal: Meaningful standing doctrine still exists, kinda. Don't Mess With Ginsburg: Man gets two years for illegally accessing late justice's medical records. Talk To My Admin, Buddy: You don't need to outsource talking with your...
Legal Speak: A Convicted Felon is Coming to the White House. What Happens Now?
In this week's episode, Joseph Moreno, who currently serves in the Army Office of General Counsel at the Pentagon, joins Legal Speak to discuss the implications of President-elect Donald Trump's win on his pending criminal cases. Hi there.The email you just...
‘What Is Certain Is Uncertainty’: Patchwork Title IX Rules Face Expected Changes in Second Trump Administration
"Educational institutions are expending so many resources putting systems in place, training their employees, educating their student bodies, and then having to do it all over again in a short period of time when regulations change as much as they have in 2020 and now...
Law Firms Join Abortion Legal Hotline
"After this election it is more important than ever that patients, medical providers, and the public know the law and their legal rights to access and to provide care that is legally protected in Connecticut," Jonathan Levine, a partner at Silver Golub & Teitell,...
Trump Election-Interference Prosecution Appears on Course to Wind Down
"Winning the election is going to make it difficult for any of these cases to get to him," Syracuse University law professor Gregory L. Germain said of President-elect Donald Trump. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
‘Rampant Piracy’: US Record Labels File Copyright Suit Against French Distributor Believe
A complaint filed in New York accuses the digital music distributor and its subsidiary, TuneCore, of "blatantly" infringing copyrights by releasing "sped up" or remixed versions of well-known songs for use on social media platforms. Hi there.The email you just...
AT&T General Counsel Joins ADM Board as Company Reels From Accounting Scandal
It is the first director role for David McAtee, though he's no newcomer to helping navigate a business through tumultuous times. 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...
Appellate Court Suspends NY Immigration Lawyer Now Practicing in Texas
The Third Department said Darlene D. Brown neglected a client in a New York immigration matter in 2019 after that client's prior attorney retired. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Brazil Is Quickly Becoming a Vital LatAm Market for Greenberg Traurig, Other US Law Firms
A physical presence in the region's largest economy offers greater comfort to certain clients as well as tax benefits. But other firms are content in serving the country remotely. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...