U.S. District Judge Jamar K. Walker, a former Covington & Burling associate and ex-prosecutor who once oversaw the Financial Crimes & Public Corruption Unit in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Virginia, will preside over the Trump...

The Sixth Circuit concluded a federal judge for the Western District of Tennessee did not abuse its discretion when it certified the class. However, the Third, Fourth, Seventh and Ninth circuits this year have blocked class certification in similar actions against...

In the last year, C Street has advised three Am Law 50 law firms and two boutiques for practice “optimization services, as well as other types of clients, about their communications and business development.       In the last year, C Street has advised three Am Law 50...

Guess what it's back. WIPL is back and back where it started.       Guess what it's back. WIPL is back and back where it started.       

Firms that enable lawyers to practice at the top of their license by embracing smarter workflows and AI-driven systems that enhance human judgment aren't just more efficient; they're setting a new standard for excellence, reducing risk for clients, and elevating the...

Confirmed in a 50-47 vote, Mascott is Trump's second appointee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in his second term. The Senate confirmed the president's former personal lawyer and Justice Department official Emil Bove in July.       Confirmed in a...

"Build genuine relationships. Not the kind you collect on LinkedIn, but the ones where people trust you to have their back when things go sideways. Being the loudest in the room may get you more attention, but being the most reliable in the room will get you the call...

"Because the information available to Evanston when it refused to defend showed at least a possibility of coverage, and because there is no dispute that Evanston declined to defend the Named Insureds, the Court grants the Borjas's motion for summary judgment that...

"I think that rigorous, in-depth conversations about due process, the rule of law and how wonderful our justice system is need to occur as often as possible. These conversations should take place in schools, at bar events, at local chambers of commerce and at dinner...

The competition regulator has had increased intervention powers since the start of this year, but Google argued that the measures could "inhibit UK innovation and growth".       The competition regulator has had increased intervention powers since the start of this...

Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started. In this episode, Legal Speak host Cedra Mayfield interviews Erin Abrams, chief legal officer at Via Transportation.       Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started. In this episode, Legal...

“I think these whole proceedings are a dangerous expansion of judicial power to try to keep civil rights lawyers in line and discourage them, said Barry Ragsdale, an attorney from Birmingham-based Dominick Feld Hyde, who was among the legal team defending litigators...

The decision voids Senate Bill 632, which was signed into law in May and would have gone into effect Oct. 1, creating one business court each in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.       The decision voids Senate Bill 632, which was signed into law in May and would have gone...

In the inaugural episode of the Supreme Court Brief podcast, the dean of Berkeley Law School joins host Jimmy Hoover to discuss the stakes of the October 2025 Supreme Court term.       In the inaugural episode of the Supreme Court Brief podcast, the dean of Berkeley...

During oral arguments, Judge Ryan Nelson said he was struggling with the state's argument that the court should not defer to the president's determination that the National Guard could be federalized.       During oral arguments, Judge Ryan Nelson said he was...

The Department of Justice last month "recently issued new review and approval processes for any public statements by employees of the United States Attorneys' Offices at panels, conferences, and public events," according to a letter filed in Luigi Mangione's federal...

A growing number of firms have realized they can spur AI innovation—and ensure their current and prospective attorneys are trained to meet the moment— by launching internal innovation competitions.       A growing number of firms have realized they can spur AI...

James—who secured a $454 million judgment against President Donald Trump for civil business fraud—was indicted in the Eastern District of Virginia. The indictment comes months after the Federal Housing Finance Agency referred James for criminal investigation for...

Jack Murphy warned general and outside counsel of digital asset companies seeking to avoid risk that it would be a mistake for them to be complacent, notwithstanding the current administration's industry-friendly approach.       Jack Murphy warned general and outside...

"[T]his tactic forces defendants into a no-win situation: to counter the anchoring effect of the plaintiff's number, they must offer a figure of their own—despite maintaining that there's no liability and the proper amount is zero," defense attorney Maureen M....

“Our clients now need integrated strategic risk management guidance that addresses legal, business, technological and societal pressures across geographies and sectors, in rapidly changing environments," explained Georgia Dawson, the firm's senior partner.       “Our...

With generative AI, research time has collapsed and review time has expanded. The model can draft in minutes, which means you now spend more time asking whether the draft is accurate, defensible, and on brand. Prompting skill is not about magic words. A good prompt...

"Rule 11 does not operate as a 'fee-shifting measure' or allow for any prevailing party on a motion to dismiss to bring sanctions. Rather, Rule 11 sanctions are a 'tool that must be used with utmost care and caution.' Defendants have failed to meet the high burden to...

The announcement comes just days before Legal Geek's flagship conference in the U.K. Legal Geek's founder, director and management team will continue leading the business.       The announcement comes just days before Legal Geek's flagship conference in the U.K. Legal...

Financial advisers allege the social media giant has violated the Lanham Act and other laws by allowing scam artists to fraudulently use their images and names to steer investors to Chinese-based securities scams.       Financial advisers allege the social media giant...

Gain a practical framework to evaluate providers, reduce costs, and build partnerships that deliver lasting operational value.       Gain a practical framework to evaluate providers, reduce costs, and build partnerships that deliver lasting operational...

Danny Kraft, one of the plaintiffs' lawyers at Dallas-based Dean Omar Branham Shirley who scored a nearly $1 billion mesothelioma verdict on Monday against Johnson & Johnson, talked to Law.com about the case's complex history and what he learned about the...

The Netherlands has emerged as a key jurisdiction for collective actions in Europe.       The Netherlands has emerged as a key jurisdiction for collective actions in Europe.       

Plasma said that drafting error would have allowed the venture capital firm to turn its $100,000 investment into $273 million, an “economically absurd result that “no rational party would have accepted.       Plasma said that drafting error would have allowed the...

"We need more accessible, innovative, and affordable entry points—not gatekeeping disguised as quality control. Justice should never be limited by financial means or elitist systems," one commenter wrote.       "We need more accessible, innovative, and affordable...

Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started!! This episode features Anne Bliek, the Head of Commercial Legal for TomTom International B.V.       Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started!! This episode features Anne Bliek, the Head...

The firm confirmed that a “small number of attorney email accounts were accessed, but there was "no evidence" that confidential client data was extracted.       The firm confirmed that a “small number of attorney email accounts were accessed, but there was "no...

Counsel for indicted former FBI Director James Comey intend to file a motion alleging vindictive prosecution, and a motion challenging the legality of interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan of the Eastern District of Virginia as U.S. District Judge Michael S....

"Be bold. Reach out to colleagues to connect and openly share the benefit of your unique experience when appropriate."       "Be bold. Reach out to colleagues to connect and openly share the benefit of your unique experience when appropriate."       

“What the court basically said is Anthropic, you know that people are trying to infringe copyrights when they use your product. That's why you've implemented some guardrails,' said Ray Seilie, an entertainment lawyer with Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir in Los...

“Whether Consilio's violative overtime policy is still in place remains in dispute. If Consilio's policy remains, Cohen's claim for civil penalties may still be viable. However, if Consilio's policy is no longer in place and it is absolutely clear' that its wrongful...

The settlement was announced as a rise in litigation is expected against insurers for allegedly publishing directories with medical professionals who are either nonexistent, have incorrect contact information, or are not in-network.       The settlement was announced...

This is the second time in the span of a year that Kline & Specter and Bosworth have lodged complaints against each other alleging the other party has violated their settlement agreement.       This is the second time in the span of a year that Kline & Specter...

The order does not disturb the preliminary injunction issued against the law in November 2024, but it does vacate the court's June decision which found the law to be "plainly unconstitutional" and in violation of the U.S. Constitution's Establishment Clause.       The...

U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel, of the Southern District of Illinois, ordered Aimee Wagstaff, of Wagstaff Law Firm, to appear Nov. 14 to explain a video conference she's planning with paraquat lawyers to discuss their options regarding a confidential...

"My goal is that the on-screen population reflects the real-world population—and we're not there yet,” Geena Davis said.       "My goal is that the on-screen population reflects the real-world population—and we're not there yet,” Geena Davis...

Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started.       Guess what it's back! WIPL is back and back where it started.       

Lawyers of color made up 8% of appointments in plaintiffs' leadership positions in multidistrict litigation in 2024, down from 11% in 2023, according to Law.com's statistics.       Lawyers of color made up 8% of appointments in plaintiffs' leadership positions in...

"In light of the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Thirteenth Biennial Bench-Bar Conference has been postponed," the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland announced as expert observers warned of greater troubles ahead for civil litigants and criminal...

Join this “Best Of webcast to learn proven strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and preventing burnout in high-pressure legal roles.       Join this “Best Of webcast to learn proven strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and preventing...

The league table for the third quarter is further evidence of U.S. firms' strength in the U.K. and the wider EMEA region.       The league table for the third quarter is further evidence of U.S. firms' strength in the U.K. and the wider EMEA region.