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Big Law Litigating, Volunteering Before Election Day in Southeast
"In a free society, the [election] process is more important than the outcome," said Dentons partner Ed Lindsey, who sits on the board of the nonpartisan Election Officials Legal Defense Network. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Lawyers Warn: Little-Noticed Report Could Spell Bad News for Employers
For employers facing legal action over harassment based on a protected characteristic, a faulty investigation could make a bad situation even worse, said Frances Haas, an employment lawyer at Nyemaster Goode in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Hi there.The email you just...
‘No Evidence’?: Big Law Firms Defend Academic Publishers in EDNY Antitrust Case
Counsel for the defendants intend to pursue prediscovery dismissal of the complaint, arguing the plaintiff has no "direct evidence" of an antitrust conspiracy. U.S. Courthouse, Eastern District of New York in Brooklyn, New York. Photo: Ryland West/ALM News...
Settlement With Kleinbard in Diversity Contracting Tiff Allows Pa. Lawyer to Avoid Sanctions
Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute between her former firm Griesing Mazzeo Law and Kleinbard. Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute...
$1.3 Billion Crypto IRA Startup Faces Claims of ‘Frat House’ Culture
"Beyond the allegations of office discussions about strip clubs and the use of cocaine at work, their general lack of oversight is startling," said Ann Olivarius, a partner at McAllister Olivarius not involved in the matter. "Beyond the allegations of office...
AI Gives Legal Departments New Leverage to Demand Speed, Efficiency From Law Firms
"Lawyers accustomed to week-long turnarounds for contract reviews may find their clients demanding same-day service to keep up with sales/growth teams," according to Aaron Boersma, author of "Keeping Pace: Law Firms in the Era of AI-Driven Business." "Lawyers...
‘I Thank You’: Attorney Leverages Daily Report Article to Turn $42K Offer Into $600K Settlement
"Allstate requested that my settlement remain confidential, but I rejected that request because I'm convinced stories like yours do more to hold companies like Allstate accountable than any settlement or verdict ever could," plaintiff counsel Richard Kopelman of told...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘If You Love What You Do and Put the Time and Effort Into It, You Will Excel,’ Says Lisa Saul of Forde & O’Meara
"If you find an area of work that you love, learn as much as you can about that area of law. Read, ask questions, watch and listen more than you talk. I am a firm believer that if you love what you do and put the time and effort into it, you will excel as a practice...
Policy Wonks’ Obsession: What Will Tuesday’s Election Mean for FTC Firebrand Khan?
"The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law professor. "The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law...
Arnold & Porter and Katten Hire FTC Attorneys
In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust. In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust.
10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required)
Jay Harrington | Building a successful legal practice isn’t nearly as complicated as most lawyers make it out to be. The post 10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required) appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms...
Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And Violating His Rights As A Texas Consumer
Good luck getting Melania to move to Dallas. The post Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And Violating His Rights As A Texas Consumer appeared first on Above the Law.Good luck getting Melania to move to Dallas. The post Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And...
Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His Efforts
He's very passionate about his high school. The post Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His Efforts appeared first on Above the Law.He's very passionate about his high school. The post Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance...
The Best Way To Scare A Lawyer, Using Only 4 Words
This is getting terrifying! Send us four words to scare a lawyer by SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, at 11:59 PM. The post The Best Way To Scare A Lawyer, Using Only 4 Words appeared first on Above the Law.This is getting terrifying! Send us four words to scare a lawyer by SUNDAY,...
Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance
Students should not consider attending law school merely because a law degree can lead to a stable income. The post Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance appeared first on Above the Law.Students should not consider attending law school merely...
‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor Unironically
Take a wild guess. The post ‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor Unironically appeared first on Above the Law.Take a wild guess. The post ‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor...
What Could The Election Mean For Data Interoperability?
Most Americans don’t understand how an administration's view on healthcare data sharing interoperability could directly impact them, pointed out Arcadia CEO Michael Meucci. More requirements around data sharing could lead to better care continuity, improved outcomes...
Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election
Sometimes gambits work. The post Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election appeared first on Above the Law.Sometimes gambits work. The post Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election...
Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And Election Day
Does your state have a law giving workers time off to vote? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.Does your state have a law giving workers time off to vote? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And...
This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning Formula
This firm is rising up the ranking. The post This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning Formula appeared first on Above the Law.This firm is rising up the ranking. The post This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning...
We’ve Moved Well Past Fighting Words — See Also
Fighting For Speech Is One Thing: But fighting during free speech is worth breaking up. Law Firm Hopes To Make Gold In Denver: Best of luck to Vinson & Elkins! Georgia's Longest Criminal Trial Is Over With: Jeffrey Williams takes probation after years of legal...
First Came the SEC, Now Investors Raise Allegations Against Acadia Healthcare
"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...
First Came the SEC, Now Investors Raise Allegations Against Acadia Healthcare
"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...
‘Must Be Stopped’: New Nationwide Class Action Targets ‘Junk Fees’
"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said. "With our clients, we are taking a stand for...
‘Must Be Stopped’: New Nationwide Class Action Targets ‘Junk Fees’
"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward Dems
Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle. Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward Dems
Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle. 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...
7th Circuit Orders Company to Pay Employees for Time Spent Traveling to Job Sites During ‘Normal Working Hours’
The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'" The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his...
7th Circuit Orders Company to Pay Employees for Time Spent Traveling to Job Sites During ‘Normal Working Hours’
The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'" 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...
‘Parting Shot’: SEC Issues Wells Notice to Immutable Ahead of US Election
"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post. "If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this...
‘Parting Shot’: SEC Issues Wells Notice to Immutable Ahead of US Election
"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
State Appellate Court Orders New Trial After Judge Denies Rescheduling, Despite Counsel’s Health Emergency
On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...
State Appellate Court Orders New Trial After Judge Denies Rescheduling, Despite Counsel’s Health Emergency
On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...
Leveraging Partner Training To Recruit and Retain
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...
Leveraging Partner Training To Recruit and Retain
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...
Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office
Houston ain't cheap. The post Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office appeared first on Above the Law.Houston ain't cheap. The post Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office appeared first on Above the Law.
Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers
Boo! We love working with you. The post Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.Boo! We love working with you. The post Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.
Even The Lawyers Are Scared! — See Also
The Four Words You Can't Say To Counsel: What are the scariest four words you could hear? Time To Wow The Audience!: Send your submissions for our 15th annual Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest! Sir Elton Is One Thing, But Sir Alito?: Did you know Justice Alito...
Morning Docket: 11.01.24
* For you civil procedure fans: Florida resident sues Delaware corporation doing business in New York in..Northern District of Texas -- Amarillo to secure a 1-in-1 chance of scoring a judge loyal to the plaintiff. [Reuters] * After the Supreme Court blessed purging...
4th Circuit Shoots Down ‘Unite The Right’ Protester’s Attempt To Turn The Consequences Of His Own Actions Into A Constitutional Violation
From the better-be-doing-right-before-you-complain-about-your-rights dept The post 4th Circuit Shoots Down ‘Unite The Right’ Protester’s Attempt To Turn The Consequences Of His Own Actions Into A Constitutional Violation appeared first on Above the Law.From the...
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.
Vinson & Elkins Opens Its Doors In Denver, Hoping To Cash In On Corporate Clients
The Biglaw firm’s new location in the Mile High City will be its thirteenth office worldwide. The post Vinson & Elkins Opens Its Doors In Denver, Hoping To Cash In On Corporate Clients appeared first on Above the Law.The Biglaw firm’s new location in the Mile High...
The YSL RICO Trial Is Finally Done With!
It's a Halloween miracle! The post The YSL RICO Trial Is Finally Done With! appeared first on Above the Law.The longest criminal trial in Georgia’s history has finally come to a close. Jeffrey Williams, known to most as Young Thug, made a non-negotiated plea in his...
The 30 Largest Law Firms In Europe (2024)
Because size matters in the legal profession. Which are the largest law firms in the EU? You may be surprised by how many are U.S.-based. The post The 30 Largest Law Firms In Europe (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by EyesWideOpen/Getty Images)There are...
Conquering Conferences: Enjoying Small Victories
It's the small steps and the individual moments that create the most memorable experiences. The post Conquering Conferences: Enjoying Small Victories appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: This is the latest in a series providing a comprehensive guide to networking...
The Three Principles of Responsible AI Development, and Other Takeaways from the Everlaw Summit
At the Everlaw Summit in San Francisco last week, the annual customer conference of the e-discovery company Everlaw, founder and CEO AJ Shankar delivered a keynote address in which he announced the general availability of three generative AI features the company first...
Recorded Live At #ClioCon: A Deep Dive into the 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report, with Joshua Lenon, Clio’s Lawyer in Residence
At the recent Clio Cloud Conference in Austin, Texas, Clio released its ninth annual Legal Trends Report, a report that uses both survey responses and anonymized data from Clio users to paint a picture of key trends in law practice and legal technology. This year’s...
Attention Legal Tech Startups: Applications Now Open for the 9th Annual Startup Alley and Pitch Competition at ABA TECHSHOW 2025
Ever since Startup Alley first launched in 2017, the pitch competition has helped catapult the success of a long list of legal technology startups and become a seminal event of the American Bar Association’s annual TECHSHOW. I am thrilled to say that the competition...
Trademark Docketing Software Alt Legal Expands Into Paralegal Services with Acquisition of WeberMark
Alt Legal, a company that provides software for automated trademark docketing, is expanding into providing trademark paralegal services through the acquisition of WeberMark. Alt Legal will now offer paralegal services under the brand Alt Legal Assist, to supplement...
How It Works: Demo of CaseMark’s AI-Powered Legal Document Summary Generator
In this week’s episode of our video series How it Works, I received a demonstration of Casemark, a legal document summarizer intended to improve deposition summaries, trial summaries, and more. In the founders’ words: CaseMark has strived to build the “easy button”...
How I Made Public Office: ‘Embrace Action Over Excessive Planning,’ Says Jennifer Sellitti of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender
"The biggest piece of advice I would give to my younger self is to embrace action over excessive planning. As a natural planner, I have often found myself caught up in analyzing potential outcomes and scenarios, especially in the context of trial work. This hesitation...
‘Unfair Competition’?: Akerman Files Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against Maryland Nonprofit
"Defendant CASA was given numerous notices of infringement and actual confusion by Plaintiff CASA," Akerman partner Bryan G. Scott alleged in the complaint demanding injunctive relief and damages from the Maryland nonprofit advocacy group. Hi there.The email you...
Keker Secures Defense Win for EDA Software Company Real Intent in Synopsys Copyright Infringement Case
The defense prevailed on a copyright defense of fair use, but the San Jose federal court jury awarded nominal damages of $550,000 to Synopsys on its breach-of-contract claim. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Partner Pay Transparency Is Eroding, Even if ‘Black Box’ Systems Haven’t Caught On
Some firms now make partner pay data less accessible. Opening up pay data can lead to "a lot of partner dissatisfaction and angst," one consultant said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
State Appellate Court Denies Hospital’s Request to Move Med Mal Suit From Chicago
The court denied the defendants' attempts to move the medical malpractice suit from Cook County to Will County. 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...
State Appellate Court Denies Hospital’s Request to Move Med Mal Suit From Chicago
The court denied the defendants' attempts to move the medical malpractice suit from Cook County to Will County. 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...
Judicial Nominee Says Criminal Defense Background Will Bring Diverse Ideas to State Appellate Court
"[A]s a simple matter of fact, there have not been any pure criminal defense lawyers on the appeals or SJC [since] 2002. That's a statistic that the criminal defense bar is aware of and people remind me of that," said Chauncey Wood, a criminal defense attorney...
Judicial Nominee Says Criminal Defense Background Will Bring Diverse Ideas to State Appellate Court
"[A]s a simple matter of fact, there have not been any pure criminal defense lawyers on the appeals or SJC [since] 2002. That's a statistic that the criminal defense bar is aware of and people remind me of that," said Chauncey Wood, a criminal defense attorney...
7 Analog Attorney Gift Ideas Too Amazing to Miss
Get one of these gifts for your retro-tech friends and they'll say thanks for such a remarkably thoughtful present. Probably with a handwritten card in perfect cursive. The post 7 Analog Attorney Gift Ideas Too Amazing to Miss appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech...
Sink or Swim: The Evolving State of Law Firm Administrative Support
The paradigm of legal administrative support within law firms has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last decade. But this begs the question: are the changes to administrative support successful, and do law firms feel they are sufficiently prepared to meet...
Sink or Swim: The Evolving State of Law Firm Administrative Support
The paradigm of legal administrative support within law firms has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last decade. But this begs the question: are the changes to administrative support successful, and do law firms feel they are sufficiently prepared to meet...
The Week in Data Oct. 31: A Look at Legal Industry Trends by the Numbers
Catch up on data and insights from across the Law.com Newsroom, including the percentage of multidistrict litigation appointments that went to attorneys of color in 2023. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
Abbott, Mead Johnson Win Defense Verdict Over Preemie Infant Formula
In closing arguments on Wednesday, plaintiff's lawyer Timothy Cronin asked jurors for $6 billion in punitive damages. 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...
Why Retirement Might Be Increasingly Top-of-Mind for Older Attorneys
Tracking Key Shifts in the Legal Ecosystem Each week, the Law.com Barometer newsletter, powered by the ALM Global Newsroom and Legalweek brings Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Dapper Labs $4M Settlement, $1.3M in Attorney Fees Reveal NFT Settlement Trend
"What you see happening is the real development around NFTs isn't necessarily in a particular image or art or music or film," said Jim Walker, a partner at Perkins Coie who counsels blockchain businesses on potential regulatory risk avoidance and mitigation. Hi...
Nike Promotes Legal Chief to Marketing Chief as New CEO Launches Turnaround
New Nike boss Elliott Hill predicted that 18-year company lawyer Ann Miller "will inspire, innovate and push the boundaries of what's possible" in her new role as executive vice president of global sports marketing. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
Texas Lawyers and Campaign Fundraising: Which Presidential Candidate Is Leading?
Texas lawyers making large donations practice at Am Law 200 firms such as Haynes and Boone, Winstead, Clark Hill and Jackson Walker. 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...
Meet the Lawyers on Kamala Harris’ Transition Team
The team would be tasked with leading a transfer of power, should Harris win the election. Attorneys on and advising the transition team have backgrounds at Jenner, Covington and Hogan Lovells. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Clifford Chance Splashes $20M on New Houston Office
The move underlines the importance of Houston to firms eager to crack the U.S. market. 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...
Becoming the Best Version of Yourself Doesn’t Mean Being Perfect
Gray Robinson | There are many ways to self-motivate, but beating yourself up is not sustainable. The post Becoming the Best Version of Yourself Doesn’t Mean Being Perfect appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Banish the demons of...
Hearing on Krasner’s Lawsuit Against Musk Hits Road Block With Last-Minute Jurisdictional Dispute
"On Mischief Night last night, Mr. Musk and America PAC filed a removal petition to try and divest this court of jurisdiction," Hangley Aronchick shareholder John Summers said at the Thursday hearing. "Your Honor," he continued, "that was both cowardly as well as...
Judge Sinks Goodwin’s Request for New Trial After Jury Sides With Boston Police in Wrongful-Death Suit
"Because the jury found that the officers did not violate Stilphen's constitutional rights, the court will dismiss the Monell claim. Here, because the jury determined that the officers did not violate Stilphen's constitutional rights, the § 1983 claim against the city...
Decongestant MDL on Death’s Door After Judge Strikes Key Claims
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan in New York dismissed key consumer claims in the multidistrict litigation against drugmakers of decongestants including Sudafed PE and NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Georgia Big Law Lawyers Overwhelmingly Backing Harris With Dollars in Final Days
More than 100 Georgia-based lawyers from Am Law 100 and Second Hundred firms have contributed to the Harris campaign since Aug. 1. 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...
Personal Branding – For You, Lawyers
Business lawyers – your clients’ products are known by their brands. We’ve written many times about the tools you can use as a company’s attorney to help your clients build value by insightful trademark selection, appropriate trademark use, and successful trademark...
Personal Branding – For You, Lawyers
Business lawyers – your clients’ products are known by their brands. We’ve written many times about the tools you can use as a company’s attorney to help your clients build value by insightful trademark selection, appropriate trademark use, and successful trademark...
Michael J. Fischetti: Getting it Done Right
Attorney at Law Magazine sat down with personal injury attorney Michael J. Fischetti, the founding and managing partner at The Fischetti Law Group. When we last spoke with Fischetti, he was two years into his solo practice. Today, he has led his firm for almost a...
Sasso Guerrero Henderlite: Building The Family Law Firm
Sasso Guerrero Henderlite: Building The Family Law Firm By Dan Baldwin Jacksonville’s newest family law firm, Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, is also its most credentialed. Molly Sasso, Christie Guerrero and Jay Henderlite are all board certified in marital and...
NY Lateral Partner Moves Spike, Especially in PE and Funds Practices
"Prudent firms are strategically hiring to set themselves up for the future, while not over-hiring like they did a few years ago," noted Tad Gruman, a New York-based managing director and recruiter at Macrae. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Google Fails to Secure Long-Term Stay of Order Requiring It to Open App Store to Rivals
Judge James Donato said halting enforcement of his order until the 9th Circuit rules on Google's appeal would not be in the public interest. "A much better argument could be made that the public's interest is best served by opening up the market to competition," he...
‘Horror of Horrors’: Florida Judges Spar Over En Banc Review in Binance Ruling
"[T]here is no authority for this court's en-banc procedure to serve as a vehicle for some members to impose their judicial philosophy on other members who do not buy into it," First District Court of Appeal Judge Adam Tanenbaum wrote in his concurring...
Phila. Attorney Hit With Ogletree Deakins’ $32K Bill for Failing to Comply With Court Orders
"From the get-go, the plaintiff's attorney, Seth Carson, has treated as optional the court's orders, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, his opponent's requests and his own professional obligations. And he has declined to exercise the option," U.S. District Judge...
Campbell Soup Employees Claim Company Penalizes Smokers
"The plan creates an unfair and discriminatory process by only allowing participants who complete the Quit for Life program to have the surcharge refunded on a prospective basis," the suit claims. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Morning Docket: 10.18.24
* The rate increases will continue until morale improves. [American Lawyer] * Indian foreign intelligence official charged with attempting to assassinate New York attorney. See... this is why you have to be careful about rate increases. [Law360] * Just when you...
Trump’s Likely FCC Boss, Brendan Carr, Tries To Undermine Popular Infrastructure Bill Broadband Improvements
States are poised to receive $42.5 billion in broadband grants thanks to the 2021 infrastructure bill. While a lot of this money will be going to the usual entrenched monopoly incumbents, a lot of it is also going to a growing list of popular cooperatives,...
Newly Merged Biglaw Megafirm Moves To All-Equity Partnership Model, Adopts New Partner Pay System
While many firms are introducing non-equity partnerships, this firm is going all in for all-equity. The post Newly Merged Biglaw Megafirm Moves To All-Equity Partnership Model, Adopts New Partner Pay System appeared first on Above the Law.While many firms are...
The Questions To Make Digital Vaults Your Competitive Advantage [Sponsored]
A law firm success checklist from our friends at Thomson Reuters. The post The Questions To Make Digital Vaults Your Competitive Advantage appeared first on Above the Law.A law firm success checklist from our friends at Thomson Reuters. The post The Questions To Make...
Elon Musk Changes X Terms To Push All Disputes Toward Tesla-Investor Federal Judge
When you clicked 'accept' you agreed to a new courthouse. The post Elon Musk Changes X Terms To Push All Disputes Toward Tesla-Investor Federal Judge appeared first on Above the Law.When you clicked 'accept' you agreed to a new courthouse. The post Elon Musk Changes X...
You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner Romantic Scandal
'Talked to Jones. He’s got us.' The post You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner Romantic Scandal appeared first on Above the Law.'Talked to Jones. He’s got us.' The post You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner...
Top 5 Biglaw Firm Closes An Office, Conducts Layoffs Across China
U.S.-based firms are still hightailing it out of China. The post Top 5 Biglaw Firm Closes An Office, Conducts Layoffs Across China appeared first on Above the Law.Biglaw firms are continuing to leave China, closing offices there left and right — and this firm is not...
Stat(s) Of The Week: That’s What I Want
The factors that prompt Biglaw lawyers to make a lateral move. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: That’s What I Want appeared first on Above the Law.Money is the main motivator for Biglaw lawyers deciding whether to remain where they are or to change firms, according to a...
GOP AGs Argue States Have Compelling Interest In Getting Teen Girls Pregnant!
Abortion pill case continues and the GOP can't stop shooting itself in the foot. The post GOP AGs Argue States Have Compelling Interest In Getting Teen Girls Pregnant! appeared first on Above the Law.Don’t be upset, honey. You’re doing it for increased representation...
Orrick Secures Summary Judgment for RingCentral in Privacy Class Action
San Mateo Superior Court Judge Jeffrey R. Finigan issued the ruling, which concluded that the same exemptions accorded to telephone companies under California's wiretapping statutes applied to RingCentral and other VoIP providers. Hi there.The email you just...
Rising Varied Investment Products, Regulatory Activity Drive Demand in Investment Funds
In recent weeks, Davis Polk, Akin, Weil, Stradley Ronon and others have landed lateral partners, signaling the heightened competition for talent. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Ways to Say Thank You and Follow Up With Extraordinary Style
How do you say thank you after a job interview or follow up after a promising client meeting? How do you express appreciation for a mentor’s advice, or thank someone for a solid referral? Gratitude is the coin of the realm when it comes to taking that extra step to...
How I Made Partner: ‘Build Meaningful Relationships With as Many People as Possible,’ Says Joseph Falk of Foley Mansfield
"Take pride in your work product, communicate reliably, and build meaningful relationships with as many people as possible." 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...
Rates Will Go Up (Again), But Here’s Why Profitability Might Not Be Maximized
There are three major pricing errors, and many partners "don't grasp the balance between costs, pricing and profits," one expert says. 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...
Paul Weiss Hits Kirkland Funds Practice For Fifth Time This Year
The London partner is joining just one week after her fellow financial regulatory partner in the funds group swapped out Kirkland for Paul Weiss. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Navigating A Legal Career In Crypto: Insights From Justin Wales
With years of experience both at a law firm and in-house, Justin shares some invaluable lessons on how to thrive as a lawyer in the crypto world. The post Navigating A Legal Career In Crypto: Insights From Justin Wales appeared first on Above the Law.With years of...
After All Else Fails, Trump Lawyers Try Acting Normal In Attempt To Fend Off Embarrassing Pre-Election Disclosures
That will fail, too. But it's a nice change! The post After All Else Fails, Trump Lawyers Try Acting Normal In Attempt To Fend Off Embarrassing Pre-Election Disclosures appeared first on Above the Law.That will fail, too. But it's a nice change! The post After All...