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Justices Grill US Government in Venue Dispute Over FDA Vape Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court appeared skeptical Tuesday of the government's attempt to limit the number of Food and Drug Administration denials appealed by vape retailers in the Fifth Circuit. The U.S. Supreme Court appeared skeptical Tuesday of the government's...
Trump Names DOJ Immigration Official as Acting AG
Trump has selected longtime DOJ immigration official James McHenry to head up the Justice Department as acting attorney general, as Pam Bondi awaits confirmation. Trump has selected longtime DOJ immigration official James McHenry to head up the Justice...
The Death of SEO: How AI Is Impacting Search, PPC and Cookies
The digital world is buzzing with claims that SEO is dead, buried by the rise of AI. But the truth is more nuanced. AI hasn't killed SEO — it has redefined it. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
Reclaiming Joy In Law: Lessons On Purpose And Happiness
If you’re unhappy, stop chasing the things that don’t truly fulfill you. The post Reclaiming Joy In Law: Lessons On Purpose And Happiness appeared first on Above the Law.If you’re unhappy, stop chasing the things that don’t truly fulfill you. The post Reclaiming Joy...
Trump Claims To Un-Ban TikTok By Fiat, But Tech Platforms Worry That Actual Law May Still Apply
If the president orders you to break the law, does that make it legal? (Spoiler Alert: No.) The post Trump Claims To Un-Ban TikTok By Fiat, But Tech Platforms Worry That Actual Law May Still Apply appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)Last...
The Business Case For Diversity: Why DEI Is Essential For Success, With Malobi Achike
DEI isn't just a moral imperative -- it’s a business necessity. The post The Business Case For Diversity: Why DEI Is Essential For Success, With Malobi Achike appeared first on Above the Law.DEI isn't just a moral imperative -- it’s a business necessity. The post The...
Can AI Bridge the Justice Gap? Legal Aid Lawyer and Innovator Sateesh Nori Thinks So
From legal aid attorney to legal tech innovator, Sateesh Nori brings a unique perspective to the intersection of artificial intelligence and access to justice. After spending two decades in the trenches as a housing lawyer at legal aid offices in New York City, Nori...
Quiet Retirement Meets Resounding Win: Quinn Emanuel Name Partner Kathleen Sullivan’s Vimeo Victory
In a case that's been running for a decade and a half of Sullivan's 20 years at the firm that bears her name, the Second Circuit found that video-sharing website Vimeo was entitled to safe harbor under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act from claims brought by music...
Avoiding the Great Gen AI Wrecking Ball: Ignore AI’s Transformative Power at Your Own Risk
Our industry has historically struggled with technology adoption, maintaining a certain defensiveness about the specialty and sacredness of our profession. That resistance now comes at a cost. While other industries have progressively adopted (or even rushed into the...
Reminder: Attacks On Birthright Citizenship Are White Nationalist Propaganda Masquerading As Law-Talkin’
The quest to make revoking birthright citizenship a 'mainstream' view needs to end. The post Reminder: Attacks On Birthright Citizenship Are White Nationalist Propaganda Masquerading As Law-Talkin’ appeared first on Above the Law.The quest to make revoking birthright...
Pfizer CEO At JPM Issues Clear Warning To Kennedy On Vaccines
Albert Bourla and other healthcare CEOs talked about the efficacy of vaccines and how public health could take a big turn for the worse if the incoming Trump administration veered away from accepted norms regarding vaccines. The post Pfizer CEO At JPM Issues Clear...
Yet Another Biglaw Firm Closes Up Shop At One Of Its China Offices
The office closure trend continues into the new year, marking the 16th U.S.-based firm to reduce its presence in China. The post Yet Another Biglaw Firm Closes Up Shop At One Of Its China Offices appeared first on Above the Law.The first month of the new year is...
Lawmatics, Legal CRM and Marketing Platform, Rolls Out Major UI Overhaul, Targeting Improved Usability
Lawmatics, a legal technology platform for client intake, CRM and marketing automation, is rolling out a comprehensive redesign of its user interface aimed at making its increasingly complex feature set more accessible and intuitive for law firms of all sizes. The...
Morning Docket: 01.21.25
* TikTok is back in business with Trump declaring that he won't enforce the law at this time. That's not a power granted by the statute but... YOLO. [Reuters] * Trump says he wants the death penalty for anyone killing cops... then pardoned a bunch of people who tried...
LegalOn Expands AI Contract Review Platform with Feature to Create Custom Playbooks
LegalOn Technologies today released My Playbooks, a new feature that enables legal teams to customize the platform’s AI contract review system according to their internal standards and preferred language. The feature allows organizations to convert their existing...
Big Banks Did Great Last Year. What Does That Mean for Big Law?
"An uptick in transactional activity drove bank earnings and positively impacted law firm results," noted Sidley's Yvette Ostolaza. 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...
Kline & Specter and Bosworth Resolve Post-Settlement Fighting Ahead of Courtroom Showdown
While the litigation between Kline & Specter and Bosworth is pointed toward conclusion, the firm is still dealing with a lawsuit that, while not directly involving Bosworth, is closely linked to the dispute. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
AI in Law Firms: The AI Revolution in the Business of Law
Gene Commander | Strategies for leveraging AI for growth, talent development, and improved client service. The post AI in Law Firms: The AI Revolution in the Business of Law appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.For law firms that embrace...
A Lesson on the Value of Good Neighbors Amid the Tragedy of the LA Fires
Steve Foster, a litigation partner at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp, remained in his Pacific Palisades neighborhood despite evacuation orders to try to protect his childhood home and the homes of his neighbors. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
Change Is Coming in the Trump Era. For Big Law, Change Is Already Here
The world has a lot to worry about now that Donald Trump has been sworn in as President of the United States, but law firms have a lot to worry about no matter who occupies the White House, writes The Global Lawyer. The world has a lot to worry about now that...
Is It the Winter Blues or Something More?
Depression is a serious illness and—unlike the winter blues—it stays with you, no matter the temperature and amount of sunlight outside. The post Is It the Winter Blues or Something More? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.I don’t know...
The 3 Most Common Conflicts in Law Firms and How to Resolve Them
Wendy Merrill | The sweep-it-under-the-rug attitude may seem to keep issues at bay, but avoidance creates fertile ground for festering feelings. The post The 3 Most Common Conflicts in Law Firms and How to Resolve Them appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law...
Should My Law Firm Be on TikTok? Will TikTok Be Banned? Questions to Ask Before Adopting Any Social Media Platform
Marin McCall | Four questions to ask before launching a social media account for your legal practice. The post Should My Law Firm Be on TikTok? Will TikTok Be Banned? Questions to Ask Before Adopting Any Social Media Platform appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech...
‘A Death Sentence for TikTok’?: Litigators and Experts Weigh Impact of Potential Ban on Creators and Data Privacy
In the wake of a SCOTUS decision opening the door to a potential ban on the short-video platform, litigators and academics said the potential ban could have widespread implications for the tech, data privacy, social media and entertainment sectors. Safeguarding...
‘A Death Sentence for TikTok’?: Litigators and Experts Weigh Impact of Potential Ban on Creators and Data Privacy
In the wake of a SCOTUS decision opening the door to a potential ban on the short-video platform, litigators and academics said the potential ban could have widespread implications for the tech, data privacy, social media and entertainment sectors. Safeguarding...
‘Extremely Disturbing’: AI Firms Face Class Action by ‘Taskers’ Exposed to Traumatic Content
"Each of the plaintiffs has suffered mental and emotional trauma from being exposed to depraved content in service of Scale AI's various projects." — Glenn Danas, lead counsel for the plaintiffs "Each of the plaintiffs has suffered mental and emotional trauma...
‘Extremely Disturbing’: AI Firms Face Class Action by ‘Taskers’ Exposed to Traumatic Content
"Each of the plaintiffs has suffered mental and emotional trauma from being exposed to depraved content in service of Scale AI's various projects." said Glenn Danas, lead counsel for the plaintiffs. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked,...
Proskauer’s Bonus Pay Deception Is Bad For PR And Morale — See Also
The Unexpected Hours Threshold Is A Reason To Jump Ship: This isn't the first time they've done it either. Upholding The TikTok Ban Is Costing The Country Its Reputation: Not only is the grass actually greener on the other side, we've been lied to about it! Goldstein...
Invoking Trump, AG Bonta Reminds Lawyers of Duties to Noncitizens in Plea Dealing
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued guidance to lawyers about noncitizens in his latest public event warning of possible clashes with the incoming Trump administration. California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued guidance to lawyers about noncitizens...
22-Count Indictment Is Just the Start of SCOTUSBlog Atty’s Legal Problems, Experts Say
Tom Goldstein, the appellate attorney and SCOTUSBlog publisher, faces a tax evasion complaint related to his alleged gambling activities and personal relationships. But legal experts say the sprawling indictment against him could spawn ethics complaints and civil...
22-Count Indictment Is Just the Start of SCOTUSBlog Atty’s Legal Problems, Experts Say
Tom Goldstein, the appellate attorney and SCOTUSBlog publisher, faces a tax evasion complaint related to his alleged gambling activities and personal relationships. But legal experts say the sprawling indictment against him could spawn ethics complaints and civil...
The Real Leaders On The Equal Rights Amendment
The state was the original early adopter. The post The Real Leaders On The Equal Rights Amendment appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!Today President Biden confirmed...
Judge Rejects Walgreens’ Contractual Dispute Against Founder’s Family Member
Walgreens argued the defendant, a family member of its founder, violated an agreement by starting Walgreen Health Solutions because it required him to take reasonable steps to avoid confusion between his companies and the retail giant. Hi there.The email you...
Judge Rejects Walgreens’ Contractual Dispute Against Founder’s Family Member
Walgreens argued the defendant, a family member of its founder, violated an agreement by starting Walgreen Health Solutions because it required him to take reasonable steps to avoid confusion between his companies and the retail giant. Hi there.The email you...
Stat(s) Of The Week: Record Funding For Legal Tech
2024 was a banner year for fundraising by legal technology companies. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Record Funding For Legal Tech appeared first on Above the Law.2024 was a banner year for fundraising by legal technology companies. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Record...
Biden Approves Executive Order To Strengthen Cybersecurity For Commercial Satellite Systems
The executive order mandates the development of new cyber contract requirements for “agency-procured” space systems. The post Biden Approves Executive Order To Strengthen Cybersecurity For Commercial Satellite Systems appeared first on Above the Law.The executive...
Trump Takes The Oath Of Office
It doesn't look good for the rule of law. The post Trump Takes The Oath Of Office appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images)Judge Arthur Engoron heard the business fraud case involving Donald Trump and his businesses. Engoron...
Morgan Lewis Closes Shenzhen Office Less Than 2 Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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 emails or manage their...
Morgan Lewis Closes Shenzhen Office Less Than 2 Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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 emails or manage their...
New Trouble for Allstate: National Class Action Targets Insurer
The class action was filed in the Northern District of Illinois. It goes further than the claims on behalf of Texas consumers in the state action, and looks to encompass a national class. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
New Trouble for Allstate: National Class Action Targets Insurer
The class action was filed in the Northern District of Illinois. It goes further than the claims on behalf of Texas consumers in the state action, and looks to encompass a national class. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
Pam Bondi’s Lobbying and Law Firm Revenue Disclosed
President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million. President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million.
Pam Bondi’s Lobbying and Law Firm Revenue Disclosed
President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general pick, Pam Bondi, is worth more than $12 million. 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...
Biglaw Firm Learning The Hard Way It’s Best To Be Straightforward With Associates
Proskauer finally tells associates how many hours they have to bill to get bonuses. The post Biglaw Firm Learning The Hard Way It’s Best To Be Straightforward With Associates appeared first on Above the Law.When last we checked in with Proskauer they were doing...
12-Partner Team ‘Surprises’ Atlanta Firm’s Leaders With Exit to Launch New Reed Smith Office
Morris Manning & Martin managing partner Simon Malko said the firm had been working “closely with a consultant on the firm's new strategic plan since July “to map out the future of our corporate practice. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
12-Partner Team ‘Surprises’ Atlanta Firm’s Leaders With Exit to Launch New Reed Smith Office
Morris Manning & Martin managing partner Simon Malko said the firm had been working “closely with a consultant on the firm's new strategic plan since July “to map out the future of our corporate practice. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Amex Latest Target as Regulators Scrutinize Whether Credit Card Issuers Deliver on Rewards Promises
“Issuers need to think about rewards programs with the same level of rigor as they do for things like interest rates and fees. That means ensuring marketing claims are accurate, redemption processes are clear, and systems are in place to handle technical issues," said...
Amex Latest Target as Regulators Scrutinize Whether Credit Card Issuers Deliver on Rewards Promises
“Issuers need to think about rewards programs with the same level of rigor as they do for things like interest rates and fees. That means ensuring marketing claims are accurate, redemption processes are clear, and systems are in place to handle technical issues," said...
Wells Fargo and Bank of America Agree to Pay Combined $60 Million to Settle SEC Probe
In the enforcement actions announced Friday, the regulator said the two firms agreed to settle the charges without admitting or denying any wrongdoing. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
Wells Fargo and Bank of America Agree to Pay Combined $60 Million to Settle SEC Probe
In the enforcement actions announced Friday, the regulator said the two firms agreed to settle the charges without admitting or denying any wrongdoing. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
As Lawmakers Eye Need for NY Supreme Court Posts, Could a Ballot Question Remove the Constitutional Limit?
Advocates say the constitutional cap—one Supreme Court seat for each 50,000 people—provides no flexibility to address emerging needs. While the bill is a top priority for the New York City Bar Association, the association representing Supreme Court justices has raised...
Adjunct Law Professors May Have Limitations
A law school adjunct may fall short in some areas, even if they excel in other capacities. The post Adjunct Law Professors May Have Limitations appeared first on Above the Law.A law school adjunct may fall short in some areas, even if they excel in other capacities....
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.
State Appellate Court Rejects Reasoning for Attorney’s Removal From Conservatorship
The appeals court concluded the probate court abused its discretion in disqualifying private counsel based on the determination that the plaintiff was incapable of hiring private counsel. The court concluded the record didn't support the conclusion because the...
Tom Goldstein Hires Trump’s Lawyers In First Good Bet In Years
Pardon me? The post Tom Goldstein Hires Trump’s Lawyers In First Good Bet In Years appeared first on Above the Law.Where does one turn if you’re a prominent defendant who allegedly lost massive amounts of money on poorly conceived bets, engaged in false bookkeeping,...
‘I Was Deeply Offended’: A Judge’s Introspection
For the past 14 years, Spalding County State Court Judge Josh Thacker has been doing his part to help make Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of impartial justice a reality by testing for implicit biases on the bench. Now he's revealing to Law.com the pivotal experience...
Building an Ownership Mindset as a Gen Z Junior Associate
Many junior lawyers find themselves struggling with the more fluid expectations of legal practice. While most genuinely want to succeed, they seem to be missing opportunities to take ownership of their work and development, instead waiting for explicit instructions or...
Drake’s Defamation Suit Assigns Blame To UMG And Popular Streamers. Does He Know We All Have The Same Internet?
...we saw you egg everyone on the whole time. The post Drake’s Defamation Suit Assigns Blame To UMG And Popular Streamers. Does He Know We All Have The Same Internet? appeared first on Above the Law....we saw you egg everyone on the whole time. The post Drake’s...
SCOTUS Upholds Major Blow To American Soft Power
Americans on Xiaohongshu are admitting stuff about living here the government tries very hard to hide. The post SCOTUS Upholds Major Blow To American Soft Power appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty...
Joe Biden Recognizes 28th Amendment (But That Doesn’t Mean We Have An Actual Equal Rights Amendment)
Don't get too excited. The post Joe Biden Recognizes 28th Amendment (But That Doesn’t Mean We Have An Actual Equal Rights Amendment) appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)It is long past time to recognize the will of the American...
Supreme Court Upholds Law Requiring TikTok’s Divestiture or Shutdown
The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or shut down by Sunday, holding that it does "not violate petitioners' First Amendment rights." The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or...
Supreme Court Upholds Law Requiring TikTok’s Divestiture or Shutdown
The justices rejected TikTok's challenge to a law requiring that the app be sold or shut down by Sunday, holding that it does "not violate petitioners' First Amendment rights." Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Attorneys Noping Out Of Mandatory Arbitration Agreements — And Their Jobs — At Elias Law Group
The fallout from the firm's decision to implement mandatory arbitration agreements continues. The post Attorneys Noping Out Of Mandatory Arbitration Agreements — And Their Jobs — At Elias Law Group appeared first on Above the Law.The fallout from the firm's decision...
Morgan Lewis Shutters Shenzhen Office Less Than Two Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in November. 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 emails or manage their...
Morgan Lewis Shutters Shenzhen Office Less Than Two Years After Launch
The firm's former Shenzhen head left for DLA Piper in Seattle in November. 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 emails or...
Justin Baldoni Streisand’s Accusations Against Him By Sending Legal Threat Over ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
From the paging-babs dept The post Justin Baldoni Streisand’s Accusations Against Him By Sending Legal Threat Over ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ appeared first on Above the Law.20th Century FoxThere have been very few times I’ve encountered something in life that feels...
Morning Docket: 01.17.25
* Ethics rules limit aid L.A. judges can receive if victimized by wildfires. Too bad they aren't Supreme Court justices so rich people could buy them RVs. [Bloomberg Law News] * Rudy settlement lets him keep BOTH his Manhattan and Florida homes. The message...
At the Inaugural AI for Legal Aid Summit, A Call To Arms for Adopting AI To Tackle the Justice Gap
Generative AI presents a generational opportunity for legal aid organizations to address the justice gap, keynote speaker Laura Safdie told the roughly 350 people who convened in Phoenix on Sunday for the inaugural AI for Legal Aid Summit. Noting data showing that...
Annual Self-Check: Testing For Bias On The Bench
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Judge Josh Thacker, who presides over the Spalding County State Court in west central Georgia, opens up about a tradition he engages in every Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day to help ensure he remains unbiased on the bench. In...
Annual Self-Check: Testing For Bias On The Bench
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Judge Josh Thacker, who presides over the Spalding County State Court in west central Georgia, opens up about a tradition he engages in every Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day to help ensure he remains unbiased on the bench. Hi...
Weil Saw 20 People Leave in Partners’ Lateral Move to Paul Weiss
Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran. Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran.
Weil Saw 20 People Leave in Partners’ Lateral Move to Paul Weiss
Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran. Elizabeth Weiswasser's book of business is at least $80 million. She was a 30-year Weil veteran.
January 18 Is National Thesaurus Day: Top Three Ways to Use Your Thesaurus
Get To the Point recommends three ways to honor Peter Mark Roget, not just on his birthday but every day you write. The post January 18 Is National Thesaurus Day: Top Three Ways to Use Your Thesaurus appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Skadden and Steptoe, Defending Amex GBT, Blasts Biden DOJ’s Antitrust Lawsuit Over Merger Proposal
Amex GBT's Biden-bashing defense strategy may have no influence on the ultimate outcome of the government's lawsuit opposing Amex GBT's proposed acquisition of rival travel management company CWT, according to antitrust litigation experts. Hi there.The email you...
University of Chicago Accused of Evicting Student for Attending Gaza-Israel Protest
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Law.com Radar now offers state court coverage nationwide. Sign up today and be among the first to know about new suits in your...
University of Chicago Accused of Evicting Student for Attending Gaza-Israel Protest
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Law.com Radar now offers state court coverage nationwide. Sign up today and be among the first to know about new suits in your...
How I Made Partner: ‘Your Coworkers Are One of the Most Valuable Assets You Have,’ Says Laurel Roglen of Ballard Spahr
"If you're in the right workplace, you're part of a team. Everyone you'll work with should want to see you succeed, and hard work will be recognized. Take every opportunity to challenge and better yourself, and remember that your coworkers are one of the most valuable...
How I Made Partner: ‘Your Coworkers Are One of the Most Valuable Assets You Have,’ Says Laurel Roglen of Ballard Spahr
"If you're in the right workplace, you're part of a team. Everyone you'll work with should want to see you succeed, and hard work will be recognized. Take every opportunity to challenge and better yourself, and remember that your coworkers are one of the most valuable...
Crypto Entrepreneur Claims Justice Department’s Software Crackdown Violates US Constitution
“By filing this complaint now, you still get to have your flashy lawsuit and get into federal court without taking on and making enemies with a new administration," said Tony Phillips, a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman who is not involved in the...
Crypto Entrepreneur Claims Justice Department’s Software Crackdown Violates US Constitution
“By filing this complaint now, you still get to have your flashy lawsuit and get into federal court without taking on and making enemies with a new administration," said Tony Phillips, a partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman who is not involved in the...
The Law Firm Disrupted: Tech Investment Is Necessary Yet Expensive. The Big Four Have a Leg Up
The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with a fresh look at how law firms aspire to put generative AI to use. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
The Law Firm Disrupted: Tech Investment Is Necessary Yet Expensive. The Big Four Have a Leg Up
The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with a fresh look at how law firms aspire to put generative AI to use. The latest details on KPMG's bid to deliver legal services in the U.S. arrive in conjunction with...
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Tom Goldstein Gets Dealt A Rough Hand — See Also
SCOTUSblog Founder Caught Up In Tax Evasion and Loan Fraud Scandal: Fresh off the presses! Same Partner, Same: Survey of partners at law firms show they'd rather have hybrid work too. Who Needs Skill When You Know The Right People?: Congrats to Pam Bondi! Separate But...
Ben Crump Files First Wrongful Death Suit Over Los Angeles Wildfires
Ben Crump filed the suit on Wednesday on behalf of Evelyn Cathirell, one of 17 people who died in the Eaton fire in Altadena, an unincorporated area north of Pasadena with a significant Black population. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
DC Bar’s Proposed Anti-Discrimination, Harassment Conduct Rule Sees More Pushback
Several legal groups that have backed major conservative victories in the courts—including First Liberty Institute and the New Civil Liberties Alliance—told the D.C. Court of Appeals that the proposal threatens the First Amendment rights of lawyers. Several...
California’s Chief Justice Starts Third Year With Questions About Fires, Trump and AI
In a meeting with reporters Thursday, the leader of California's judiciary said initial guidance about AI and the state legal system will arrive in February. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
Supreme Court Justice Doubtful People Are Going To Pornhub For The Articles
The justice is getting clowned on social media. The post Supreme Court Justice Doubtful People Are Going To Pornhub For The Articles appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!During yesterday’s oral arguments in...
SCOTUSblog Founder Indicted In Wild Poker-Fueled Tax Case
Tom Goldstein's last few years were really something. The post SCOTUSblog Founder Indicted In Wild Poker-Fueled Tax Case appeared first on Above the Law.(image via Getty)The last time we heard from SCOTUSblog co-founder and veteran Supreme Court litigator Tom...
SCOTUSBlog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Misused Law Firm Funds, According to Federal Indictment
The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged with tax evasion in Maryland federal court, and federal prosecutors said he used funds to cover gambling debts and pursue intimate relationships with women. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Tom Goldstein Misused Law Firm Funds, According to Federal Indictment
The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged with tax evasion in Maryland federal court, and federal prosecutors said he used funds to cover gambling debts and pursue intimate relationships with women. The blogger and appellate attorney has been charged...
Trial Court Had No Authority to Reopen Voir Dire After Jury Impaneled in Civil Case, State Appellate Court Rules
"The parties have cited no statute or case law, and we have found none, specifically addressing the trial court's authority in a civil action to reopen jury voir dire and allow challenges for cause or peremptory challenges after the jury has been impaneled," North...
Trial Court Had No Authority to Reopen Voir Dire After Jury Impaneled in Civil Case, State Appellate Court Rules
"The parties have cited no statute or case law, and we have found none, specifically addressing the trial court's authority in a civil action to reopen jury voir dire and allow challenges for cause or peremptory challenges after the jury has been impaneled," North...
Exclusive: LexCheck Unveils AI-Powered Tool For Analyzing Complex Agreements And Auto-Generating Custom Playbooks; Opens Waitlist For Free Access
The company’s new product, LexCheck Insights, combines know-how from its legacy product with cutting-edge AI techniques to review and redline contracts of any length and complexity and automatically generate contract playbooks. The post Exclusive: LexCheck Unveils...
Trump’s Second Term Spurs Unusual Alliances Between US and European Law Firms
The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with several unexpected alliances. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Trump’s Second Term Spurs Unusual Alliances Between US and European Law Firms
The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with several unexpected alliances. The re-election of Donald Trump has ushered in a new era of transatlantic cooperation within the legal sector with...
Sanctioned Penn Law Professor Amy Wax Sues University, Alleging Discrimination
The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long history of controversial speech, including derogatory comments about Asian immigrants and claims Black students underperform academically. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked,...
Sanctioned Penn Law Professor Amy Wax Sues University, Alleging Discrimination
The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long history of controversial speech, including derogatory comments about Asian immigrants and claims Black students underperform academically. The university sanctioned Wax in September following a long...
Counsel Often Wind Up In ‘No Man’s Or Woman’s Land’ When It Comes To Compensation
Counsel keep getting left out of the game when it comes to lockstep raises and bonuses. The post Counsel Often Wind Up In ‘No Man’s Or Woman’s Land’ When It Comes To Compensation appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the...
‘Lack of Independence’ or ‘Tethered to the Law’? Witnesses Speak on Bondi
Despite Democratic senators continuing to raise concerns about Bondi's independence from Trump and her lobbying work, several appeared to find some common ground. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...