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Eric Adams Gets Helpful Assist From Paul Clement

Eric Adams Gets Helpful Assist From Paul Clement

(Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)Judge Dale Ho asked the conservative movement’s top Supreme Court advocate, Paul Clement, to weigh in on the Trump administration’s decision to dismiss its case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams without prejudice. Judge Ho...

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New York Has A Pretty Hefty Legal Bill

New York Has A Pretty Hefty Legal Bill

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! How large is New York state’s combined legal bill for expenses stemming from former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration? Hint: NY released the figures just before Cuomo announced his candidacy for NYC...

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Best, [Pronouns Redacted] — See Also

Best, [Pronouns Redacted] — See Also

Biglaw Firm Secretly Nixes Pronouns From Employee E-Mail Signatures: No permission required! Orange Comes For Biglaw: There’s a lot more “Obey In Advance” than backbone. Eric Adams Gets Even More Help: Getting off scot free wasn’t enough apparently! Judges Relax Rules...

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Jackson Lewis Posts Double-Digit Revenue Growth in 2024

Jackson Lewis Posts Double-Digit Revenue Growth in 2024

The national firm most known for its labor and employment work continues to "aggressively hire" across key geographies, while placing a high value on associate compensation and retention.       The national firm most known for its labor and employment work continues...

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Debevoise M&A Leader Heads to Davis Polk

Debevoise M&A Leader Heads to Davis Polk

Michael Diz had several leadership roles at Debevoise, including helping the firm build out its Northern California presence in the last few years.       Michael Diz had several leadership roles at Debevoise, including helping the firm build out its Northern...

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Labels Are for Canned Goods, Not Attorneys

Gray Robinson | Never accept the labels other people try to stick to you or others. The post Labels Are for Canned Goods, Not Attorneys appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Gray Robinson | Never accept the labels other people try to...

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Georgetown Law To Ed Martin: F All The Way Off

Georgetown Law To Ed Martin: F All The Way Off

Earlier this week, Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Ed Martin, once again, used his office to advance the political positions of the Trump administration instead of uphold law and order. Martin sent out another threatening letter. This one...

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Tiny Independent Agency Punches DOGE In The Nose

Tiny Independent Agency Punches DOGE In The Nose

Every day under the DOGE regime is more surreal and terrifying than the last. Here’s an excerpt from a lawsuit filed yesterday by Ward Brehm, the President and CEO of the United States African Development Foundation: Defendants have made clear their intentions: ignore...

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A Lawyer’s Quest To Help Victims Of Abuse

A Lawyer’s Quest To Help Victims Of Abuse

In this episode, I chat with special guest Alreen Haeggquist, an attorney and author of “Fired Up! Fueling Triumph from Trauma.” Discover Alreen’s inspiring journey of turning personal trauma into a powerful legal career advocating for abuse survivors. It’s a...

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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Ed. Note: A weekly roundup of just a few items from Howard Bashman’s How Appealing blog, the Web’s first blog devoted to appellate litigation. Check out these stories and more at How Appealing. “Senate Judiciary Democrats seek probe of D.C. U.S. attorney Ed Martin;...

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The Legal Job Market Is Going Nuts Right Now

The Legal Job Market Is Going Nuts Right Now

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Leopard Solutions’ Feb. 2025 Law Jobs Report, total open jobs increased by how much year over year? Hint: Leopard reports a strong job market with firms actively expanding their workforce...

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How AI Can Help a Solo Law Practice Thrive

How AI Can Help a Solo Law Practice Thrive

C.J. Grisham, a civil rights attorney in Texas, talks about how he trained AI to be an indispensable utility in his solo practice.       C.J. Grisham, a civil rights attorney in Texas, talks about how he trained AI to be an indispensable utility in his solo...

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Battle With Trump Threatens National Labor Relations Board

Battle With Trump Threatens National Labor Relations Board

A judge's ruling reinstating NLRB board member Gwynne Wilcox sets the stage for a battle over the agency's future, which could end up at the Supreme Court.       A judge's ruling reinstating NLRB board member Gwynne Wilcox sets the stage for a battle over the agency's...

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Taft Sees Revenues Rise Past $700M in Successful 2024

Taft Sees Revenues Rise Past $700M in Successful 2024

The Midwest-born middle market firm also pushed profits per equity partner past the $1 million mark for the first time.       The Midwest-born middle market firm also pushed profits per equity partner past the $1 million mark for the first time.       

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Why Law Firms Suck at Client Retention and How to Fix It

Why Law Firms Suck at Client Retention and How to Fix It

Take a moment to scan every matter you have open at the moment. Now ask yourself, how many of these contacts will still be my clients in five years?       Take a moment to scan every matter you have open at the moment. Now ask yourself, how many of these contacts will...

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Texas A&M Students Sue to Protect Drag Shows

Texas A&M Students Sue to Protect Drag Shows

A gay-rights student organization at Texas A&M is suing the university over a newly adopted resolution that bans drag shows on any of its 11 campuses. The student group asserts the ban is a violation of their First Amendment rights and is unconstitutional. They...

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What the Future Holds for the False Claims Act

What the Future Holds for the False Claims Act

What does the second Trump administration augur for the False Claims Act? The question remains how, not if, the Trump DOJ will change DOJ's enforcement policies, whether they will maintain current enforcement policies, and what the impact will be, especially for the...

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Future of Trial Preparation, Technology, and Presentations

Future of Trial Preparation, Technology, and Presentations

Join this webcast to explore how top attorneys are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create impactful trial presentations, enhance jury engagement, and gain a competitive edge in the courtroom.       Join this webcast to explore how top attorneys are leveraging...

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5 Thought Leadership Hacks Lawyers Should Know

5 Thought Leadership Hacks Lawyers Should Know

It’s a golden age for thought leadership, and any lawyer can step into the spotlight and build their reputation.  However, you also have a practice to run, leaving you with little time to share valuable insights and actively engage with your audience so that you can...

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Empowering Federal Attorneys: 4 By 8 Tips

Empowering Federal Attorneys: 4 By 8 Tips

The post Empowering Federal Attorneys: 4 By 8 Tips appeared first on Above the Law.Federal attorneys are facing unprecedented disruption under the Trump Administration.  In these dark times, it’s never been more important to understand your rights and know that there...

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ABA Gets Pressured By Pam Bondi — See Also

ABA Gets Pressured By Pam Bondi — See Also

Get Rid Of DEI Or We Get Rid Of Your Accrediting: Rough times for the ABA. Justice Jackson Shares Her Thoughts On Diversity: The people in power should look like The People. Was That A Prohibition Or Permission?: The White House’s response to judges being threatened...

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2025 Southeastern Legal Awards Finalists Announced

2025 Southeastern Legal Awards Finalists Announced

The Daily Report and Law.com are pleased to announce its 2025 winners and finalists for the third annual Southeastern Legal Awards.       The Daily Report and Law.com are pleased to announce its 2025 winners and finalists for the third annual Southeastern Legal...

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