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Trump Judge Ordered Airline To Take Classes From Anti-Gay Activists. 5th Circuit Says, ‘Um, No.’
Even the FIFTH Circuit knows this isn't constitutional. The post Trump Judge Ordered Airline To Take Classes From Anti-Gay Activists. 5th Circuit Says, ‘Um, No.’ appeared first on Above the Law.Apparently it’s not constitutional to order a company to take...
Forget The Supreme Court’s Actual Corruption, Justices’ Tantrums And Lies Would Imperil A Normal Lawyer’s Job
Lying to Congress, being a dick to congresspeople and neighbors alike, having an unlikable spouse -- check, check, check on the long list of things any normal legal practitioner would need to be concerned about. The post Forget The Supreme Court’s Actual Corruption,...
How Regulatory Ambiguity Is Impeding Healthcare Innovation
America should be a global leader in healthcare. Instead, we rank last among our peers, and outmoded regulations are holding us back. The post How Regulatory Ambiguity Is Impeding Healthcare Innovation appeared first on Above the Law.Every day, Americans benefit from...
Rudy Giuliani Posts Bond In Election Subversion Case, Smiles Pretty For Mugshot
America's Mayor is all smiles in his second mugshot related to alleged election crimes. The post Rudy Giuliani Posts Bond In Election Subversion Case, Smiles Pretty For Mugshot appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the...
Elon Musk Drops OpenAI Lawsuit Right Before Forcing Lawyers To Make Bad Arguments In Court
Artificial intelligence is a lot like the rainforest except in the way that it's not at all. The post Elon Musk Drops OpenAI Lawsuit Right Before Forcing Lawyers To Make Bad Arguments In Court appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)Elon Musk...
Nosy Lawyer Busted For Trying To Hack Into Judge’s Emails
This has to be one of the least cool ways to get caught doing an espionage. The post Nosy Lawyer Busted For Trying To Hack Into Judge’s Emails appeared first on Above the Law.A recent big question in the YSL RICO case is how Brian Steel became aware of a private...
Dems Plot To Rein In A ‘Rogue’ Supreme Court
How do you solve a problem like the Supreme Court? The post Dems Plot To Rein In A ‘Rogue’ Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty ImagesThe Supreme Court, man. The ethics scandals just keep...
These Supreme Court Justices Are Pure Money
Talk about knowing your value. The post These Supreme Court Justices Are Pure Money appeared first on Above the Law.(Image via Getty)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!Which two Supreme Court justices have appeared on U.S. currency?Hint:...
Sometimes The Violent Parts Of Porn Aren’t Even On The Screen — See Also
Texas Prosecutor Pulls Gun Over Porn Dispute: Can't make this stuff up. Leave The Hacking To Black Cube: Lawyer caught trying to access judge's personal email and phone. Elon Musk Gives Up: OpenAI would have ripped him a new one. Even The 5th Circuit Makes Sense...
Former New England Law School Employee Accused of Stealing $70K
A former New England Law | Boston IT employee is accused of stealing nearly $70,000 from the school. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in...
New Jersey US Attorney Philip Sellinger Takes Witness Stand in Menendez Trial
Sellinger recounted for jurors a conversation from 2020—when he was a partner at Greenberg Traurig—in which Menendez asked him how he might assess a then-pending investigation into a real estate developer were he to become New Jersey's U.S. Attorney. Hi...
Plaintiffs Move to Prevent Johnson & Johnson’s Plans in 3rd Talc Bankruptcy
Lawyers for talc claimants filed a motion on Tuesday to prevent a planned third J&J bankruptcy from being filed outside New Jersey, where two prior Chapter 11 cases were dismissed. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Plaintiffs Move to Prevent Johnson & Johnson’s Plans in 3rd Talc Bankruptcy
Lawyers for talc claimants filed a motion on Tuesday to prevent a planned third J&J bankruptcy from being filed outside New Jersey, where two prior Chapter 11 cases were dismissed. Plaintiffs lawyers in the talcum powder litigation escalated their attack on...
SEC ‘AI Washing’ Crackdown Yields Charges Against Founder of Recruiting Firm
"It is critical for investors to beware of companies exploiting the fanfare around artificial intelligence to raise funds," SEC enforcement division director Gurbir Grewal said. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high...
Zantac Defendants: Delaware Could See Mass Tort Surge If Expert Testimony Decision Holds
"The resulting influx of cases could have significant consequences for the efficient administration of justice in Delaware, for both Delaware-domiciled companies and Delaware residents," the defendants said in the application for interlocutory review. Hi...
AAA Launches ClauseBuilder AI to Simplify Drafting of Arbitration and Mediation Agreements
The new tool, powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o model, offers more than 500 curated clauses intended to streamline the drafting of clear and effective alternative dispute resolution agreements across industries. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Rimon Deepens Global Lending Practice With Group From Akin
Three partners who arrived from Akin in London and Washington in April and May were joined by two former colleagues. 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...
Sidley Restructuring Partner Heads to Pillsbury Amid Continued Bankruptcy Demand
"We continue to live in a volatile world, particularly with many over-leveraged companies," noted Andrew Troop, Pillsbury's restructuring practice leader. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent...
Calling It Unconstitutional, Companies Sued Over Daniel’s Law Want It Struck Down
"[T]the statute imposes 'liquidated damages' triggered by a short and arbitrary compliance deadline, without any consideration of fault or extenuating circumstances," the motion to dismiss states. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Judge Abused Discretion With Order Against Amazon After Worker’s Firing, 2nd Circuit Says
"The district court never explained what in the record supported its conclusion that the cease-and-desist order was just and proper," Judge Richard Wesley wrote for the Second Circuit. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Exxon Hires Fox Corp.’s General Counsel as Its New Top Lawyer
Jeffrey Taylor, who didn't land the Fox chief legal officer post after it opened up last year, is jumping to the oil-and-gas giant. 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...
Biden Picks Nominees for US District Judgeships in Pennsylvania, California and Minnesota
Biden is expected to formally submit his nominees to the U.S. Senate for confirmation hearings in the very near future, where the nominees appear to have immediate support from their home-state senators. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Joshua Wright’s $108M Defamation Case Against Former Students to Proceed to Trial
A Virginia judge has decided to allow former George Mason University law professor Joshua Wright's lawsuit against two former students, who now practice in Big Law. Despite recent heated court battles, a $108 million lawsuit filed against two women who came...
Lawyers Are Often Called Upon as Leaders, But Aren’t Typically Taught How to Lead Effectively
"When you think of lawyers, most are inquisitive, highly intelligent, and are asked to take on responsibilities within numerous spheres and in numerous sectors, yet, we're not properly trained to be leaders," Andrew Gratz said. Hi there.The email you just...
5 Ways Automated SMS Marketing Can Help Law Firms Boost Client Acquisition and Retention
Automated SMS marketing, also known as text marketing, is a powerful tool in the quest to find and keep new clients. The post 5 Ways Automated SMS Marketing Can Help Law Firms Boost Client Acquisition and Retention appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law...
Missouri Appellate Court Affirms $800K Judgment Against Psychiatrist for Vyvanse-Induced Stroke
"All of that said, even if F.D.'s differential diagnosis was thus unreliable and should not have been admitted, other substantial evidence at trial tended to prove that K.P.'s death was caused by Vyvanse use. This Court will not reverse a judgment unless the circuit...
Former Homeland Security Secretary Warns Of The Danger AI Poses To Democracy
With an election nearly upon us, it's a good time to think about guarding against cyberattacks and deepfakes that could affect voting. The post Former Homeland Security Secretary Warns Of The Danger AI Poses To Democracy appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note:...
Marketing Roundup: ROI Metrics, Logo Lessons, Bios By AI
Tech management insights from the Legal Marketing Association. The post Marketing Roundup: ROI Metrics, Logo Lessons, Bios By AI appeared first on Above the Law.As a part of the Legal Marketing Association’s new partnership with Above the Law, each month we’ll share a...
Summer Associates Way More Worried About Losing Their Jobs Than They Should Be
Settle down, folks. The post Summer Associates Way More Worried About Losing Their Jobs Than They Should Be appeared first on Above the Law.Summer season is upon us, meaning scores of law students have departed the hallowed halls of academia to roll up to the doors of...
More On Patenting Privation: The Generics Strike Back
For those hoping for a quick answer to whether generics will be able to enter the market, it looks like it will take a Federal Circuit decision, probably by the end of 2026 at the earliest. The post More On Patenting Privation: The Generics Strike Back appeared first...
Judge Cannon Takes A Sharpie To Trump Docs Indictment
Evidence? Procedure? What's the difference, right? The post Judge Cannon Takes A Sharpie To Trump Docs Indictment appeared first on Above the Law.Aileen CannonIf Judge Aileen Cannon has a superpower, it’s doing a handful of reasonable things at the same time she does...
Mega Biglaw Firm Facing $180 Million Malpractice Case For Second Time
Thanks to the Second Circuit. The post Mega Biglaw Firm Facing $180 Million Malpractice Case For Second Time appeared first on Above the Law.Just when you think you’re out, the Second Circuit pulls you back in.That’s what DLA Piper must be thinking after a Second...
Judge Punishes Attorney For Knowing About Secret Ex Parte With Witness
Free YSL Steel till it's backwards! The post Judge Punishes Attorney For Knowing About Secret Ex Parte With Witness appeared first on Above the Law.Chief Judge Ural Glanville has made some… interesting decisions throughout the YSL RICO trial with regard to holding...
New Pentagon AI & Data Chief Plans Big Initiatives For Fall, From Back Office To Battlefield (EXCLUSIVE)
The recent announcements on Palantir’s Maven Smart System and other strategic tools are just the start, CDAO Radha Plumb told Breaking Defense, with announcements on tactical and business systems coming by fall. The post New Pentagon AI & Data Chief Plans Big...
Some SCOTUS WAGs You Can Actually Get Behind
The partners of Supreme Court justices who performed national service. The post Some SCOTUS WAGs You Can Actually Get Behind appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!Which two wives of Supreme Court justices...
Maybe Alito’s Wife IS The Problem — See Also
Mrs. Alito's Small Talk Has Some Big Revelations: You're gonna love cringing at the transcript. Chief Judge Gets Caught Talking To A Witness: No way this doesn't end up in a mistrial. $180M Worth Of Déjà Vu: Biglaw firm faces another huge malpractice case. The Job...
Startup LexIQ, An AI Copilot for Contracts Backed By Techstars and J.P. Morgan, Launches Waitlist Today
LexIQ, an early-stage startup focused on using artificial intelligence to draft and review contracts in Microsoft Word, is today launching its waitlist for corporate legal departments and law firms interested in joining is beta program. Founded by Samarth Gupta, a...
Will the Fourth Circuit Finally Take On Bankruptcy’s ‘Texas Two-Step’?
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has agreed to take up a bankruptcy involving the controversial "Texas two-step," potentially deciding the merger tactic's fate in future Chapter 11 cases. The opening brief is due July 10. An influential appellate...
Norton Rose Fulbright Lands a Dozen Attorneys From BCLP, Adding to Global Investigations Practice
Incoming partners Jeff Kalinowski and Eric Martin have been working together for about 25 years, while Laura Perlov and Jeff Ziesman have been part of the team for over a decade. Perlov is based in Denver, while the others are in St. Louis. Norton Rose Fulbright...
‘Did He Ask You to Pay a Bribe’: Menendez’s Lawyer Cross-Examines Key Cooperating Witness
Menendez's attorney Adam Fee of Paul Hastings worked to demonstrate to the jurors that while Uribe was close to Menendez's wife, Nadine Menendez, he did not have extensive interactions with the senator. Counsel for U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, on...
AARP Joins Attorneys in Filing Federal Age Discrimination Class Action Against RTX Corp.
"Fortune 500 companies should know better than to exclude hardworking older Americans from jobs by targeting 'recent college graduates' in hiring posts," Adam Klein, managing partner at Outten & Golden, said in a statement. A class action complaint...
‘Lawyers Are Always Responsible’: 5th Circuit Discards AI Disclosure Rule After Pushback
A number of district court judges across the country have issued orders setting out disclosure requirements after a pair of New York lawyers were sanctioned last year for using fake, ChatGPT-generated case citations. After pushback from attorneys, the U.S. Court...
Multinationals Face Huge Fines for Supply Chain Breaches Under New EU Directive
International companies that fail to comply with the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive by 2027 could face fines as high as 5% of their worldwide turnover as well as increased compliance costs and lawsuits. Premium SubscriptionWith this...
Arnold & Porter Defends Baby Formula Company Perrigo in Antitrust Class Action
Ian S. Hoffman, Matthew Tabas and C. Scott Lent of Arnold & Porter represent Perrigo in the antitrust class action filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, according to the case docket. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription...
Trade Secret Protection Plans Provide Certainty to Employers
The protection of trade secrets has long been understood to be a legitimate business interest, and, traditionally, companies have used non-competition clauses to protect their trade secrets. Now, with non-competition agreements in doubt and facing greater scrutiny,...
‘Back to Business’: Ozempic MDL’s New Judge Pushes Litigation Forward in Wake of Predecessor’s Death
Marston held the status conference just two weekdays after the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation reassigned the MDL to her. The litigation, which Pratter had overseen since its coordination in February, had gone about three weeks without a...
Manhattan Court Dismisses $80M Breach-of-Employment Contract Suit Against Blockchain Firm Chainalysis
Judge Joel M. Cohen of the Commercial Division of the New York Supreme Court sided with Chainalysis, who was represented by counsel from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, granting the company's motion to dismiss plaintiff Blake Ratliff's breach-of-contract...
Netflix Shareholders Give New Exec Pay Plan Thumb’s Up After Panning Prior Version
"It is a positive step, but probably falls under the category of 'too little too late,'" former activist investor Rosanna Landis Weaver said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
Law Firm on the Hook Over Suit Against Ex-Client as Anti-SLAPP Law Tested
Consumers' online reviews of lawyers have been deemed a matter of public concern for SLAPP purposes in California, New York, Washington and Oregon, said defense attorney Bruce Rosen. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
8th Circuit Denies Campaign Committee’s Attorney Fees in ‘Success Kid’ Copyright Suit
The court ultimately concluded that the jury properly determined that the committee didn't make fair use of the template because the fair-use test weighs heavily in the plaintiff's favor. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
Lawyers: Toxic Thoughts May Be Hurting You (And Your Practice) More Than You Know
Gray Robinson | Most of us acknowledge eating fast food seven days a week is unhealthy. But toxic thoughts may be just as bad. The post Lawyers: Toxic Thoughts May Be Hurting You (And Your Practice) More Than You Know appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law...
Court Stymies Judge Who Ordered Southwest Attorneys Into ‘Religious Liberty’ Training
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit found Judge Brantley Starr likely exceeded his authority when he doled out the contempt sanction last summer in a religious-discrimination case brought by one of the airline's flight attendants. Hi there.The email...
Sometimes Biglaw Mergers Can Be Wildly Successful
The merged firm is still going strong, 20 years later. The post Sometimes Biglaw Mergers Can Be Wildly Successful appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the merger of which...
The YSL RICO Trial Was Busy Today! — See Also
Just As One Comes Out: Kenneth Copeland learns to give the Fifth a rest. Another Goes In: Jeffery Williams's attorney goes into custody. Dole Out The Felon's Punishment: How should they sentence Trump? Maybe Money Does Solve Everything! Except For Honest Jurors: Juror...
ArentFox Schiff Recruits 13-Lawyer Team, in Latest Group Exit From Burns & Levinson
Hit with another group departure, Burns & Levinson said it's exploring a combination, among other growth options. 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...
Diversity Lab Hackathon Targets DEI Headwinds, Inclusive Talent Management
Diversity Lab's "Moments to Movements Hackathon" convenes more than 100 law firm partners, in-house leaders and others to address leading issues in diversity, equity and inclusion. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
9th Circuit Appears Wary of Lawsuit Challenging Biden’s Gaza Policy
Appellate judges questioned whether they have the authority to become involved in U.S. foreign affairs. 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...
US Jury Finds Chiquita Liable for Colombia Terror Deaths
Jurors award $38.3 million to families of eight Colombians who were murdered by death squads that the banana grower paid to protect its business in the South American country. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
POLL: What Sentence Do You Think Donald Trump Gets In This Case?
Now that he's a felon, what are they going to do with him? The post POLL: What Sentence Do You Think Donald Trump Gets In This Case? appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Ali Shaker/VOA)Donald Trump will sit for his pre-sentencing meeting with probation today....
Kirkland Sued In Class Action Case Over 2023 Ransomware Attack
Not even the most respected Biglaw firms are immune from data breaches. The post Kirkland Sued In Class Action Case Over 2023 Ransomware Attack appeared first on Above the Law.Last summer, three top 50 Biglaw firms — Kirkland & Ellis, K&L Gates, and Proskauer...
Now *You* Can Take The Law School Class All About Taylor Swift
The most fun way to learn IP law. The post Now *You* Can Take The Law School Class All About Taylor Swift appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )Taylor Swift’s quest for world domination has absolutely taken...
That’s Not How Pleading The Fifth Works
Silly reason to go to jail. The post That’s Not How Pleading The Fifth Works appeared first on Above the Law.Historical ordering aside, the Fifth Amendment is easily one of the top 10 amendments to the Constitution — so good, in fact, that it inspired one of the best...
Lawyer Learning The Hard Way Offensive Nicknames For Colleagues Are, In Fact, Offensive
So not okay in the workplace. The post Lawyer Learning The Hard Way Offensive Nicknames For Colleagues Are, In Fact, Offensive appeared first on Above the Law.Back in 2022, BNP Paribas attorney Benedict Foster found himself suddenly retired after allegations of...
Trump Probably Won’t Have Much Luck With His Appeal
Trump is facing 'long odds' in the appeal of his conviction. The post Trump Probably Won’t Have Much Luck With His Appeal appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day.As a...
Juror Handed Bag Full Of Cash To Acquit? Did It Have A Big Dollar Bill Sign On The Side?
Jury tampering effort crosses over into the cartoonish. The post Juror Handed Bag Full Of Cash To Acquit? Did It Have A Big Dollar Bill Sign On The Side? appeared first on Above the Law.Totally not suspicious at all.These days, if a defendant wants to illegally sway a...
Another YSL RICO Attorney Is Facing Jail Time
This court case is more interesting than most TV shows. The post Another YSL RICO Attorney Is Facing Jail Time appeared first on Above the Law.Again!?Earlier today, I predicted that some new flavor of absurdity would follow the YSL RICO case within the next appearance...
Judge Blocks Mike Lindell’s Plan To Subpoena Government For Proof Of Magical Election-Stealing Super-Algorithm
The little man who lives in Mike Lindell's fillings would like a word with the court. The post Judge Blocks Mike Lindell’s Plan To Subpoena Government For Proof Of Magical Election-Stealing Super-Algorithm appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via...
Samuel Alito Caught On Tape Saying All The Awful Things You Imagine He Says
Alito wants to 'return our country to a place of godliness.' Because of course he does. The post Samuel Alito Caught On Tape Saying All The Awful Things You Imagine He Says appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)Samuel Alito has been caught...
As KKR Acquires Majority Stake in Agiloft, An Interview with the CLM Company’s CEO Eric Laughlin
Last week, KKR, a major global investment firm, announced that it had entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Agiloft, the contract lifecycle management company. As part of the deal, the growth equity firm FTV Capital, already an Agiloft investor, is...
Deal Watch: As PE Deal Activity Ramps Up, Skadden, Paul Weiss, Latham Lead $11B Chip Deal
The relative success of the overall M&A markets can't reasonably be separated from the private equity industry. 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...
‘A Bell That Cannot Be Unrung’: Jeh Johnson Warns Against Threat of AI, Fake Info in Elections
Johnson, a partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison and former Secretary of Homeland Security, said AI presented risks as the country is approaching an election likely to come down to a few precincts in a few states. Hi there.The email you just...
Privacy Class Action Against General Motors Centralized in Northern District of Georgia, MDL Panel Decides
The cases, filed beginning in March, allege that GM and others worked to gather data from drivers using internet-connected sensors in Buick, GMC, Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles, then sold it to data brokers like LexisNexis and Verisk Analytics. Those companies then...
Press Release Announcing Lawsuit Was Not Defamatory, Pa. Appeals Court Rules
"Missing from this case is an affirmative act by any of defendants to forward the complaint or the contents of the complaint to a third party unconnected with the litigation," the court ruled. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not...
The 15 Law Firms Behind the Delay in the Georgia Election Interference Case
An Atlanta partner of an Am Law 200 law firm signed the brief urging for a pause in proceedings. 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...
After EU Elections, Next Competition Chief May Preside Over New Chapter in EU Antitrust History
The next head of the world's toughest antitrust enforcer will be appointed later this summer and will have to manage two new and sweeping laws. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Miami Federal Judge Approves $2.4M Voyager Settlement Involving Gronkowski
Moving forward, Michael Hanzman of Bilzin Sumberg will lead the global arbitration involving the remaining defendants, who include the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, the National Basketball Association, the Am Law 100 firm McCarter & English. Hi there.The...
Massachusetts Governor Nominates 3 Associate Justices to State’s District Court
"We're grateful that these three nominees are ready and eager to continue their service to Massachusetts," Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll said in a statement. "I am excited to work with the Governor's Council as they consider these terrific nominees." Hi there.The email...
Second Circuit Holds No Special Standard for Charging Campaign Contributions As Bribes
If the case is not successfully appealed, we may have an opportunity to see whether the volume of campaign contribution bribery cases in the Second Circuit increases, and whether the government brings any cases that appear to infringe on the First Amendment interests...
4th Circuit Judge Berner Brings Workers’ Perspective to the Bench, Labor Lawyers Say
In Nicole Berner, "you have somebody who's really familiar with the way the law directly affects workers and their unions," said Matthew Ginsburg, general counsel of the AFL-CIO. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to...
Three Tips for Becoming More Resilient
While there are many ways of increasing resilience, these three tips will help you to invest your time and energy well. The post Three Tips for Becoming More Resilient appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Resilience is the ability to...
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Anatomy Of A Winning Tech Rollout: Solving The ‘Pain Points’ [Sponsored]
Insights for deals attorneys from a recent CLE webinar. The post Anatomy Of A Winning Tech Rollout: Solving The ‘Pain Points’ appeared first on Above the Law.It’s a familiar scenario for anyone looking to onboard new technology in a law firm. The IT department finds a...
Columbia Law Review On Strike After Board Of Directors’ Censorship
Power to the students! The post Columbia Law Review On Strike After Board Of Directors’ Censorship appeared first on Above the Law.Soon after Columbia Law Review published Rabea Eghbariah’s “Toward Nakba as a Legal Concept,” they were blindsided by a unilateral...
Judge Took All-Expense Paid Luxury Retreat Before Anti-Masker Opinion
The mask mandate opinion read like gibberish and now we might know why. The post Judge Took All-Expense Paid Luxury Retreat Before Anti-Masker Opinion appeared first on Above the Law.Judge Kathryn Mizelle learned a lot while clerking for Clarence Thomas, including,...
Law Firms Gear Up To Battle Deepfakes
Ed. note: This is the latest in the article series, Cybersecurity: Tips From the Trenches, by our friends at Sensei Enterprises, a boutique provider of IT, cybersecurity, and digital forensics services. The Rise of Deepfakes While lawyers have certainly been aware of...
Former Alito Clerk Flips On Old Boss Over Upside Down Flag
She urges the justice to recuse himself. The post Former Alito Clerk Flips On Old Boss Over Upside Down Flag appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)The relationship between a clerk and the judge they work for is often described as...
Happy National Doughnut Day
Notes to my (legal) self. The post Happy National Doughnut Day appeared first on Above the Law.Olga V. Mack is a Fellow at CodeX, The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics, and a Generative AI Editor at law.MIT. Olga embraces legal innovation and had dedicated her...
The Single Greatest Detail From The Supreme Court Financial Disclosures
That's... an outstanding gift. The post The Single Greatest Detail From The Supreme Court Financial Disclosures appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to...
Andrew Left: Glutton For Punishment
Three years after an ‘angry mob’ made his life a living hell for shorting GameStop, Citron Research is betting against it again. The post Andrew Left: Glutton For Punishment appeared first on Above the Law.Three years after an ‘angry mob’ made his life a living hell...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.(Image via Getty)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...
The Recusal Request Is Coming From Inside The House — See Also
Even One Of Alito's Former Clerks Flips On Him: Let's see if he listens to reason. Clarence Isn't The Only One Taking Expense Paid Trips: To be fair, she did clerk for him. Putting The Big In BigLaw: Norton Rose Fulbright is on the hunt for more attorneys! Columbia...
Legal Speak’s ‘Sidebar With Saul’ Part V: Strange Days of Trump Trial Culminate in Historic Verdict
In this week's Legal Speak episode, ALM litigation reporter Emily Saul joins producers Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith for a roundup discussion of the first Trump criminal trial. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to...
Uber Pop-Up Provided Sufficient Notice to Enforce Arbitration, Divided Massachusetts Court Finds
Associate Justice Scott L. Kafker penned a lone dissenting opinion, indicating that he does not believe a hyperlink provides reasonable notice and saying the legal community has not solved some of the key issues regarding online contracts. In a 4-1 decision...
Dean Developments: 4 New Law Deans Prepare to Take the Helm, 1 Departs
The latest in law dean and other legal education news from across the U.S. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. This is...
How a Mayer Brown Partner Balances Work With Full-Time Caregiving
Katy McNeil, whose husband has ALS, said she has spent "a lot of time figuring out the right way to approach the really challenging circumstances" of being a full-time law firm partner, wife, caregiver and mom. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will...