The move makes Wilson Sonsini the 18th American firm to close an office in Greater China less than two years.       The move makes Wilson Sonsini the 18th American firm to close an office in Greater China less than two years.       

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The bankruptcy trustee for GWG Litigation Trust is suing Holland & Knight and one of its partners for more than $148 million. The lawsuit alleges multiple counts of alleged misconduct, including violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act...

Defense counsel for the music producer last month moved to dismiss a count of the indictment against Combs, claiming selective prosecution under a racist law.       Defense counsel for the music producer last month moved to dismiss a count of the indictment against...

The DEI backlash in the U.S. is not having an impact on Canada's legal industry, lawyers say. But some argue it presents an opportunity to create even more effective and meaningful strategies and initiatives.       The DEI backlash in the U.S. is not having an impact...

In a 7-2 decision, the court ruled that the Department of Veterans Affairs is entitled to deference over certain evidentiary determinations when assessing disability claims.       In a 7-2 decision, the court ruled that the Department of Veterans Affairs is entitled...

"The role of 'traditional lawyer GC' is widely disappearing, creating new growth opportunities for those with the right mindset," in-house veterans Stephen Mar and Mark Roellig wrote in an essay last month.       "The role of 'traditional lawyer GC' is widely...

The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Nuclear Regulatory Commission license allowing a private company to store spent nuclear fuel away from a nuclear reactor.       The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Nuclear Regulatory Commission license...

"There are 18 causes of action—one was dropped, and two were dismissed without prejudice. We could refile the complaint and add those two claims back if we wanted to. So, defeating the motion to dismiss almost entirely is a significant victory," Justin Chretien, a...

SharkNinja moved to exclude expert testimony from the plaintiff's expert, Dr. Wade Lanning, who works for an engineering consulting firm and opined that the circular lid on the Ninja Intellisense Kitchen System contributed to it jamming.       SharkNinja moved to...

In a 5-4 vote, the court left in place on order from a federal district court judge demanding that the U.S. Agency for International Development immediately pay hundreds of millions of dollars in invoices, grants and loans for already completed foreign assistance...

The DOJ installed a new top prosecutor in New Jersey on Monday night, and hours later he asked a judge to put the trial on hold. His predecessor last month had told the judge the trial should proceed as scheduled, with jury selection starting this week.       The DOJ...

Younger partners in their 30s and 40s have been elevated to leadership positions after the exit of several practice leaders.       Younger partners in their 30s and 40s have been elevated to leadership positions after the exit of several practice...

In a year of rising tides for a number of large law firms, Blank Rome saw growth across all of its financial metrics, boosting gross revenue by 18.7% to $742.7 million while net income increased by 23.9%.       In a year of rising tides for a number of large law...

Corcoran was Trump's attorney in the investigation into classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach. He has also represented former Trump adviser Steve Bannon.       Corcoran was Trump's attorney in the investigation into classified documents found at...

“Irresponsible rhetoric shrouded in disinformation undermines the public's confidence that our justice system can fulfill its constitutional duties," the FJA stated.       “Irresponsible rhetoric shrouded in disinformation undermines the public's confidence that our...

"My advice is to focus on finding a worthy mentor, networking, and on creating a sustainable work-life balance. Above all else, take pride in what you do. Every associate needs someone they can freely ask questions and confide in—whether it's in regard to successes or...

“I don't see any case prevailing on forum non conveniens if the plaintiffs prevail in this case, Justice David Wecht said.       “I don't see any case prevailing on forum non conveniens if the plaintiffs prevail in this case, Justice David Wecht...

"REX cannot prove that Zillow and NAR committed to a common, anti-competitive scheme and the district court correctly granted summary judgment," the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled.       "REX cannot prove that Zillow and NAR committed to a common,...

“Last year, he made partner at Willkie, as the first pure crypto lawyer to make partner at a Big Law firm solely on the strength of his crypto practice, said J. Christopher Giancarlo, ex-chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and senior counsel at Willkie...

U.S. District Judge Rita Lin of the Northern District of California found that despite amending the case twice, the shareholder—Reynolds Family Revocable Trust—hadn't sufficiently alleged that Charles Schwab directors were aware of the alleged issues with the...

The complaint alleges Bove, who remains registered to practice law in New York, engaged in professional misconduct in connection with Justice Department efforts to drop the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.       The complaint alleges Bove, who...

The firm said its litigation and investigations partners Ronald Cheng in Los Angeles and Adam Goldberg in San Francisco will soon also be able to practice local Hong Kong law.       The firm said its litigation and investigations partners Ronald Cheng in Los Angeles...

Wilmer will require its lawyers to be in-office four days a week starting April 28, becoming the latest Big Law firm to up its in-office mandate.       Wilmer will require its lawyers to be in-office four days a week starting April 28, becoming the latest Big Law firm...

In a statement, California's Supreme Court justices said they will wait for a report on last week's technically troubled bar exam before determining what "appropriate remedies" test-takers are owed.       In a statement, California's Supreme Court justices said they...

We Build the Wall no longer has any human officers, but prosecutors said they would advance the case should anyone appear.       We Build the Wall no longer has any human officers, but prosecutors said they would advance the case should anyone...

"This ruling will have far-reaching implications for businesses, as it will give them much needed financial flexibility in resolving claims without sacrificing the insurance coverage to which they are entitled," said Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna Chair Robin...

"[T]he dissemination of aggressive, angry, hostile, threatening comments about federal judges—and the number of them coming from people who are elected representatives of the people and then being repeated on social media platforms where millions of people read...

"I just want to know if the work is being done or isn't being done," U.S. District Senior Judge Amy Berman Jackson said at a hearing, ordering Consumer Financial Protection Bureau witnesses to testify at an evidentiary hearing before she rules on a preliminary...

As Benesch matched the market for associate pay, it also bumped up pay for salary partners.       As Benesch matched the market for associate pay, it also bumped up pay for salary partners.       

Ryan K. Buchanan from the Northern District of Georgia, Michael F. Easley Jr. from the Eastern District of North Carolina and Eric G. Olshan from the Western District of Pennsylvania, all have a history at the firm.       Ryan K. Buchanan from the Northern District of...

The company's former CLO, CEO and CFO have filed a defamation lawsuit seeking at least $137 million.       The company's former CLO, CEO and CFO have filed a defamation lawsuit seeking at least $137 million.       

Senate Bill 69, which would mandate that third-party financiers register with the state and require public disclosure of financing agreements, cleared the chamber on Thursday.       Senate Bill 69, which would mandate that third-party financiers register with the...

“With no definitive court ruling and the potential for conflicting judicial opinions, the SEC's decision to drop the case can be seen as an implicit acknowledgment that its legal footing was not as solid as it initially claimed, said Charlyn Ho, managing member at...

“With no definitive court ruling and the potential for conflicting judicial opinions, the SEC's decision to drop the case can be seen as an implicit acknowledgment that its legal footing was not as solid as it initially claimed, said Charlyn Ho, managing member at...

“With no definitive court ruling and the potential for conflicting judicial opinions, the SEC's decision to drop the case can be seen as an implicit acknowledgment that its legal footing was not as solid as it initially claimed, said Charlyn Ho, managing member at...

In an amicus brief submitted to U.S. District Judge Dale Ho of the Southern District of New York, the former judges—represented by Keker, Van Nest & Peters—urge the court to conduct a factual inquiry to determine whether dismissal is in the public interest and if...

Seventeen deans of ABA-approved law schools also urged the high court to move the bar exam back to in-person testing sites in July and to scrap the new Kaplan-written questions. State bar staff have recommended returning to the testing-sites format for this summer's...

In Friday's hearing, which lasted 10 hours, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez heard closing arguments in Johnson & Johnson's Chapter 11 talc case.       In Friday's hearing, which lasted 10 hours, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez heard closing...

The U.S. Department of Justice argued that foreign nations are not "persons" protected by the Constitution's Fifth Amendment right to due process.       The U.S. Department of Justice issued a clear message to foreign countries during a U.S. Supreme Court hearing...

The firm, focused on expanding its global presence, now has more offices in foreign locations than it has in Japan.       The firm, focused on expanding its global presence, now has more offices in foreign locations than it has in Japan.       

Gibson Dunn; Latham & Watkins; Sidley Austin; Morrison Foerster; Bracewell; Nixon Peabody; and McGuireWoods are among the latest to hire former senior government attorneys.       Gibson Dunn; Latham & Watkins; Sidley Austin; Morrison Foerster; Bracewell; Nixon...

Kim has returned to the firm he co-founded in 2017 with fellow former federal prosecutors Paul Krieger and Nicholas Lewin. Initially known as Krieger, Kim & Lewin, the boutique will now rebrand as KKL.       Kim has returned to the firm he co-founded in 2017 with...

The suits filed against the firm concerned a former partner's role in counseling Par Funding.       The suits filed against the firm concerned a former partner's role in counseling Par Funding.       

The insurance defense firm has rapidly expanded in the last year, adding offices in Houston, Philadelphia and Sacramento.       The insurance defense firm has rapidly expanded in the last year, adding offices in Houston, Philadelphia and Sacramento.       

Bartko Zankel Bunzel and Miller is combining with Pavia & Harcourt to create Bartko Pavia, which will have 66 lawyers in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York.       Bartko Zankel Bunzel and Miller is combining with Pavia & Harcourt to create Bartko Pavia,...

In a 4-3 majority ruling, the Missouri Supreme Court suspended a judge for one year without pay for allegedly failing to return timely rulings in several cases.       A divided Missouri Supreme Court suspended Carroll County Associate Circuit Judge Joe Don McGaugh for...

“By dismissing this action, the SEC is signaling to the industry that, one, it will not pursue these types of 'registration' cases going forward and, two, it will presumably focus its resources on fraud cases that harm consumers, said Scott Armstrong, a principal at...

Jones Day sees the mix of genomics and life sciences, two specialties of the duo, working nicely with the firm's existing client base in tech.       Jones Day sees the mix of genomics and life sciences, two specialties of the duo, working nicely with the firm's...

Prevailing plaintiff counsel leveraged ChatGPT to uncover evidence that contradicted defense expert testimony.       A Dougherty County State Court jury has returned a $7.2 million wrongful-death verdict against an emergency room physician whose alleged negligence...

"Thoughtful communication is key. Know the needs of your team and put their needs before your own. Help them shine and feel great about themselves and their practices. Regarding financial management, know your value and be worth every penny. Reputation will lead the...

"A more diverse bar and bench results in better representation of our respective clients, and Judge Rodgers along with the rest of the judiciary are more than capable of choosing qualified attorneys to lead major cases without baseless attacks from those in the cheap...

The firm joins a growing cohort of Big Law firms that have moved up from three days per week of attendance.       The firm joins a growing cohort of Big Law firms that have moved up from three days per week of attendance.       

The firm joins a growing cohort of Big Law firms that have moved up from three days per week of attendance.       The firm joins a growing cohort of Big Law firms that have moved up from three days per week of attendance.       

Shareholder suits take aim at Fortune 500 companies for falling short of revenue projections.       Shareholder suits take aim at Fortune 500 companies for falling short of revenue projections.       

Shareholder suits take aim at Fortune 500 companies for falling short of revenue projections.       Shareholder suits take aim at Fortune 500 companies for falling short of revenue projections.