A federal judge on Wednesday partly denied the American Bar Association's motion to dismiss the American Alliance for Equal Rights' lawsuit over the ABA's diversity scholarship.       A federal judge on Wednesday partly denied the American Bar Association's motion to...

“Though immigrants comprise roughly 15% of the U.S. population, they account for a quarter of all patents and almost 30% of our Nation's recent Nobel Prize winners in the sciences, one amicus brief filed Tuesday states, adding that “the cancellation of Harvard's...

Appellate lawyers are watching closely for lower court decisions on the availability of universal injunctions under the Administrative Procedure Act.       Appellate lawyers are watching closely for lower court decisions on the availability of universal injunctions...

Appellate lawyers are watching closely for lower court decisions on the availability of universal relief under the Administrative Procedure Act.       Appellate lawyers are watching closely for lower court decisions on the availability of universal relief under the...

Plaintiffs have accused Pump.Fun of enabling an online intimidation campaign against lawyers, raising questions about platform accountability and the limits of legal protections for digital speech.       Plaintiffs have accused Pump.Fun of enabling an online...

The court found Under Armour's allegedly misleading public financial forecasts and accounting practices were a single claim—not two—under the policy.       The court found Under Armour's allegedly misleading public financial forecasts and accounting practices were a...

"Ultimately, a reasonable factfinder considering all the evidence could find that there is a likelihood of consumer confusion," the court said. "People in the 21st century expect accurate labels. We—mostly—no longer live in the world of quack doctors, snake oil...

The justices appeared skeptical of the Trump administration's claim that the president's firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook cannot be reviewed in court, suggesting that would undermine the historical independence of the central bank.       The justices...

A three-judge panel held that the Sustainability Institute and other nonprofits' claims that the grant terminations violated the Administrative Procedure Act are essentially contractual in nature and therefore belong in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims under the...

The much-anticipated decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, filed on June 17 and argued on Nov. 5, is whether the IEEPA authorizes the President to impose tariffs. But if the court strikes down the tariffs, what does that mean for importers who have...

The state's high court ruled in September that plaintiffs suing over job postings that fail to include a salary range do not have to be "bona fide" candidates for the positions.       The state's high court ruled in September that plaintiffs suing over job postings...

Manhattan federal judge Paul Engelmayer said the request from U.S. Reps. Ro Khanna, D-California, and Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, "raised legitimate concerns" but that he had no authority to appoint a special master or independent monitor.       Manhattan federal judge...

“These are people you deploy into ugly, complex, high-pressure situations. It's SEAL Team 6," said Elizabeth Smith, a recruiter in Major, Lindsey & Africa's interim talent practice.       “These are people you deploy into ugly, complex, high-pressure situations....

The firm's First Amendment and free expression practice group will be co-chaired by Theodore J. Boutrous Jr., Katie Townsend and Connor Sullivan, who have collaborated on a number of high-profile cases.       The firm's First Amendment and free expression practice...

This article describes the role economic consultants can play in pro bono matters, creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration and community impact.       This article describes the role economic consultants can play in pro bono matters, creating meaningful...

Greenberg Traurig's Richard Rosenbaum shares his thoughts on the recent merger surge and explains why he still backs the "one firm, one family" approach.       Greenberg Traurig's Richard Rosenbaum shares his thoughts on the recent merger surge and explains why he...

The lower court determined that reputational damages and chilling effect damages didn't constitute special damages under Illinois law, and Mark Gregaros' decision not to represent Jussie Smollett as lead counsel in separate litigation was a business decision that...

"If a person wishes to be considered for possible appointment under 28 U.S.C. § 546(d) as the Interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, that person shall complete and submit to the Clerk of the Court ... the Confidential Expression of...

Appellate attorney Kevin Russell testified about his former Goldstein & Russell colleague Tom Goldstein during the SCOTUSblog publisher's white-collar criminal jury trial in Maryland federal court, describing Goldstein as a "very skilled" lawyer who played poker...

"They are vehemently denying that they did anything wrong, so they're trying to show their very strong position. But at the end of the day, they were not able to meet the legal standard in order for it to get dismissed" the plaintiff's lawyer claimed.       "They are...

As we enter 2026, the winners will be those who operationalize compliance as a capability by linking AI governance, privacy discipline, and cybersecurity resilience to business enablement.       As we enter 2026, the winners will be those who operationalize compliance...

For some jurists, even paying attention to the font size of a legal document can make their life—and decision-making process—just a little bit easier.       For some jurists, even paying attention to the font size of a legal document can make their life—and...

Willkie Farr & Gallagher allegedly represented "diametrically opposed" parties in a take-private deal on a retail holding company and cost one of those parties $735 million, according to a lawsuit filed in Manhattan Supreme Court on Tuesday.       Willkie Farr...

A cryptocurrency influencer asked a Miami federal judge to undo a defamation default, arguing in a motion unsealed Tuesday that incarceration and mental illness prevented his defense against Kevin O'Leary.       A cryptocurrency influencer asked a Miami federal judge...

A student-organized group posted to social media: “Join us for the funeral of academic freedom and free speech in Arkansas."       A student-organized group posted to social media: “Join us for the funeral of academic freedom and free speech in...

As we kick off the new year, we asked several members of Taft's Privacy, Security, and Artificial Intelligence practice group to share their thoughts on what should be on a client's list of resolutions for 2026.       As we kick off the new year, we asked several...

Firm leaders and analysts say increasing competition and even the rise of AI could continue to push firms that are still holding out to officially add an income partner level.       Firm leaders and analysts say increasing competition and even the rise of AI could...

Pressure from a market increasingly dominated by U.S. law firms is hastening the breakup of a decade-old 'best friends' alliance comprising Gide, Chiomenti, Gleiss Lutz and Cuatrecasas.       Pressure from a market increasingly dominated by U.S. law firms is hastening...

"It's simple: be nice and do your part. Of course, at a table stakes level, doing the responsibilities of your job effectively is critical. On top of that and, I think just as importantly, it doesn't cost anything to say thank you, or ask how someone's day is going,...

Compensation packages for partners are getting bigger, while some firms are approaching laterals with pay figures right off the bat.       Compensation packages for partners are getting bigger, while some firms are approaching laterals with pay figures right off the...

Over a two-day period, the attackers moved $4 million in cryptocurrency out of the escrow wallets, rapidly splitting and routing the assets through intermediary addresses to obscure their origin.       Over a two-day period, the attackers moved $4 million in...

The U.S. Supreme Court, on Friday, agreed to hear Monsanto's petition over federal preemption, a key defense in thousands of Roundup lawsuits.       The U.S. Supreme Court, on Friday, agreed to hear Monsanto's petition over federal preemption, a key defense in...

The American Bar Association's Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar passed two measures to become more independent from the ABA itself.       The American Bar Association's Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the...

Consumers claim cannabis sleep-aid pills cause liver damage.       Consumers claim cannabis sleep-aid pills cause liver damage.       

“Judges are human, too, U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta said in a speech offering advice to antitrust attorneys on how to guide generalist judges through complex antitrust matters. Mehta famously oversaw the U.S.' engine search monopolization suit against tech giant,...

Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, accepting an award at the New York State Bar Association's Presidential Gala on Thursday, touted the state's wins against President Donald Trump and celebrated other attorneys standing up for the rule of law.       Democratic New...

“The agency remains committed to pursuing actors who use AI to deceive consumers or violate existing laws, and AI-powered companies and marketers should continue to be wary of the potential for consumer deception within a rapidly evolving technology, Venable attorneys...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Atlanta Family and Law Divorce Attorney Crystal Wright sheds light on the national implications of Georgia's Equitable Caregiver Act.       In this week's Legal Speak episode, Atlanta Family and Law Divorce Attorney Crystal Wright...

"Plaintiffs' own testimony and purchasing records confirm that their purchases were not and could not have been influenced by either the front label protein statement or the %DV—and certainly never both in combination," the complaint said.       "Plaintiffs' own...

For lawyers, networking is still one of the most dependable and effective ways to generate new business and build a steady pipeline of referrals. The encouraging news is that networking confidence is a skill that improves with preparation, awareness and practice....

"Ultimately, don't chase the position for status alone. The title won't be enough if you don't genuinely enjoy leading people, managing challenges, and driving collective success. Choose leadership because you value developing others and shaping the firm's future—not...

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Carolyn Kuhl said this week she planned to restrict the names and other identifying information about the jurors in the first social media addiction trial to the lawyers in the case, but not their clients.       Los Angeles Superior...

Old distinctions are fast disappearing, and competition for clients and talent is happening on a larger scale, with many unsure how the market will realign—and who will survive—in the near future.       Old distinctions are fast disappearing, and competition for...