For years, cryptocurrency crime was framed as a problem of hackers, scammers and shadowy online marketplaces. In 2025, that picture changed, as nation-states are now among the most consequential actors in the global cryptocrime ecosystem, according to a report...

The research will explore faculty confidence, student trust and use of AI tools, administrator policy decisions and practitioner expectations to help guide schools in preparing students for an AI-driven profession.       The research will explore faculty confidence,...

The appointment of veteran W.W. Grainger lawyer Aimee Nolan to the role comes as a new generation of legal leaders sweeps into the nation's freight railroad companies.       The appointment of veteran W.W. Grainger lawyer Aimee Nolan to the role comes as a new...

According to data from Law.com Radar, Saks Global has been hit by at least 13 lawsuits in the last year, with complaints ranging from employment claims to trademark infringement allegations, and in one instance, failure to pay a lender $8.8 million.       According to...

U.S. District Judge Lorna Schofield's ruling expressed that she was unconvinced that John A. Sarcone III could lead the office, even as a "special attorney."       U.S. District Judge Lorna Schofield's ruling expressed that she was unconvinced that John A. Sarcone III...

DHL general counsel Mark Smolik called losing Elaine Darr to Safelite a "proud and bittersweet moment" and said Darr "is a true example of what dedication, integrity and a passion for excellence can achieve."       DHL general counsel Mark Smolik called losing Elaine...

As billions flow into Germany's defense budget, law firms are navigating a wave of joint ventures, regulatory hurdles and geopolitically sensitive transactions—with private capital emerging as a key force.       As billions flow into Germany's defense budget, law...

Some federal judges are asking lawyers to take sides in the dispute by either filing a challenge to the three-person "executive office" setup or waiving the right to bring a challenge.       Some federal judges are asking lawyers to take sides in the dispute by either...

The increasing focus on PE clients can lead to more work downstream, but it can also require larger investments for law firms that may ultimately compel legal industry consolidation, said firm leaders and industry observers.       The increasing focus on PE clients...

With a wind-down imminent, McGlinchey Stafford lawyers are talking to other large New Orleans firms about moves.       With a wind-down imminent, McGlinchey Stafford lawyers are talking to other large New Orleans firms about moves.       

The final winners in all categories will be announced during an in-person awards ceremony and dinner Monday, March 9 during the Legalweek 2026 conference in New York.       The final winners in all categories will be announced during an in-person awards ceremony and...

Republicans are advocating for the removal of U.S. District Judges James Boasberg and Deborah Boardman. Articles of impeachment have been filed in the House of Representatives against both.       Republicans are advocating for the removal of U.S. District Judges James...

“I'm excited to announce that I've joined Binance as Global Head of Litigation, Dugan Bliss said on LinkedIn this week.       “I'm excited to announce that I've joined Binance as Global Head of Litigation, Dugan Bliss said on LinkedIn this...

Dugan Bliss was a former senior Coinbase lawyer and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission enforcement attorney.       Dugan Bliss was a former senior Coinbase lawyer and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission enforcement attorney.       

U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said between 50 to 100 prospective jurors would be brought into a Phoenix courtroom on Thursday for the Jan. 13 bellwether trial against Uber.       U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer said between 50 to 100 prospective jurors would...

U.S. District Judge Fernando Gaitan ordered Mastriani to deposit $865,566 in a court registry before the parties engaged in mediation before Judge Paul Gurney. On Dec. 22, the parties notified the court that they had reached a confidential settlement of all claims and...

Presiding over the prosecution of deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein is poised to weigh in on legal matters vital to Donald Trump's presidency, and not for the first time. "He knows exactly what he wants and he executes it...

This is just one of more than a dozen active class cases Hagens Berman is litigating against Amazon.       This is just one of more than a dozen active class cases Hagens Berman is litigating against Amazon.       

The court's decision proposes an increase in punitive damages for five witnesses whose awards were directly influenced by the outdated penalty figures.       The court's decision proposes an increase in punitive damages for five witnesses whose awards were directly...

Since its launch in 2020, Seladore has hired scores of legacy Herbert Smith Freehills lawyers, including Liang-Ying Tan, who launched the firm's first Asian presence in Singapore last year.       Since its launch in 2020, Seladore has hired scores of legacy Herbert...

A dispute over a Shiba Inu named Cocoro is drawing a federal court into evolving legal terrain where internet culture, cryptocurrency and intellectual property law intersect.       A dispute over a Shiba Inu named Cocoro is drawing a federal court into evolving legal...

Florida Chief Deputy Attorney General John Guard's name was left off the list of nominees the White House sent back to the Senate earlier this week after they were announced in 2025 but never confirmed.       Florida Chief Deputy Attorney General John Guard's name was...

The discovery dispute in The New York Times' lawsuit against OpenAI could carry broader implications for artificial intelligence developers facing litigation.       The discovery dispute in The New York Times' lawsuit against OpenAI could carry broader implications...

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"[W]hat DOJ cannot do is what it tries to do here," former DOJ attorneys argued, "misuse the records provisions of the Civil Rights Act and National Voter Registration Act to conduct fishing expeditions for highly sensitive personal information from every voter in a...

Law firms with energy practices could reap deal and regulatory work from the leadership change in Venezuela, but several hurdles remain.       Law firms with energy practices could reap deal and regulatory work from the leadership change in Venezuela, but several...

There are now warning signs in the form of client projections and anticipated legal spend, as well as and law firms' own history with boom-and-bust cycles,       There are now warning signs in the form of client projections and anticipated legal spend, as well as and...

"Effective leadership requires more than just legal skill. You need deep subject-matter knowledge, strong business development instincts, and the ability to build and motivate a team. Financial management, operational awareness, and communication across the firm are...

The 52-year-old firm employs roughly 150 lawyers across 18 offices.       The 52-year-old firm employs roughly 150 lawyers across 18 offices.       

The court intends to “develop, in consultation with the Texas Board of Law Examiners, a deliberative approach to requests from law schools not currently accredited by the ABA that wish to be added to Texas' list.       The court intends to “develop, in consultation...

“Our lawsuit speaks for itself; Mr. Stranberg alleges that Mr. Jassim was soliciting investment without regard to the truth or falsity of his representations for the purpose of personal profit," Jordan A. Shaw, a partner at Shaw Lewenz, said in an email.       “Our...

“We promptly acted to contain the incident, and engaged industry-leading, external data security experts to assist in our response and in verifying the security of our systems and reported the matter to law enforcement, said Fried Frank in a statement on Tuesday to...

The plaintiffs allege a mistake resulted in the birth of a child unknowingly conceived with another patient's genetic material.       The plaintiffs allege a mistake resulted in the birth of a child unknowingly conceived with another patient's genetic...

In-house attorneys are “advantaged ... because they have greater context and situational awareness than outside counsel when it comes to operationalizing AI and other emerging technologies, Brightflag Chief Customer Officer Kevin Cohn said in his 2026...

U.S District Judge Leo T. Sorokin dismissed both securities fraud and insider trading claims against the pharmaceutical firm, which was represented by Latham & Watkins.       U.S District Judge Leo T. Sorokin dismissed both securities fraud and insider trading...

A total of 45 law schools appointed 47 law deans—23 were interim appointments—during the calendar year 2025       A total of 45 law schools appointed 47 law deans—23 were interim appointments—during the calendar year 2025       

Judicial appointees Cary Fischer, Natalie Barros and Andrés Casas all have backgrounds as prosecutors. The trio have also various worked as pro bono counsel, a professor, a litigator and court attorneys.       Judicial appointees Cary Fischer, Natalie Barros and...

"I have no doubt that the President wants to seek retribution against me," former Special Counsel Jack Smith said during a closed-door congressional deposition defending his former prosecutions of President Donald Trump.       "I have no doubt that the President wants...

“Being raised by a criminal law professor and an administrative law judge, I have tremendous respect for the judiciary and the valuable service they provide to our country and their communities each day, Aviva Abramovsky said in a statement.       “Being raised by a...

Laura Kadetsky's arrival at the Legal Defense Fund bolsters its leadership firepower at a time the Trump administration is rolling back legal protections for marginalized communities.       Laura Kadetsky's arrival at the Legal Defense Fund bolsters its leadership...

"I think we're probably going to see some applications that we're not anticipating. I'm sure people will be creative with it," said plaintiff's attorney, Sam Wilson.       "I think we're probably going to see some applications that we're not anticipating. I'm sure...

"The court's decision makes clear that school districts injure teachers when they compel or chill their speech on matters of public importance. A huge victory for the First Amendment, we are hopeful it gives others the courage to fight back against discriminatory...

Latham & Watkins advised Coinbase on its acquisition of prediction markets startup The Clearing Co., bolstering the cryptocurrency exchange's push toward a unified “Everything Exchange.       Latham & Watkins advised Coinbase on its acquisition of prediction...