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Family’s Disability Discrimination Suit Cleared to Go Forward Against Six Flags
"Plaintiffs allege not just that Six Flags refused to allow A.V. to use his Convaid Cruiser, the particular model of mobility aid he was utilizing at the time, in its water attractions, but also that Six Flags refused to allow him to use any medical stroller and,...
NextGen Secures Huge State In Its Race For Mass Adoption
Congestion pricing isn't the only big change in New York! The post NextGen Secures Huge State In Its Race For Mass Adoption appeared first on Above the Law.In the battle for bar exam replacement supremacy, NextGen is making some very impressive strides. New York —...
With Launch Of ‘Playbooks,’ Gen AI Company Spellbook Expands Into In-House Legal Market
The new feature is now live for all Spellbook customers. Others can sign up for a seven-day free trial. The post With Launch Of ‘Playbooks,’ Gen AI Company Spellbook Expands Into In-House Legal Market appeared first on Above the Law.Spellbook, the company that...
7th Circ. Rejects Liability Claims Against Freight Broker’s Hiring Choices
The circuit court affirmed a trial court's decision granting summary judgment to a freight broker who arranged the delivery of a shipment brought by a driver who hit and severely injured the plaintiff. The court determined the broker didn't have an agency relationship...
Say Hello To The First Biglaw Firm To Close An Office In China In 2025
The office closure trend continues into the new year, marking the 15th U.S.-based firm to reduce its presence in China. The post Say Hello To The First Biglaw Firm To Close An Office In China In 2025 appeared first on Above the Law.New year, new departure! U.S.-based...
What I Learned At CES About Law Practice Management
A Deloitte-led panel predicts that AI will be everywhere — but invisible. What would this mean for legal? The post What I Learned At CES About Law Practice Management appeared first on Above the Law.Attendees at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. (Photo by Bridget...
‘Be Comfortable With the Uncomfortable’
new and somewhat unpredictable administration is shaping regulatory priorities, labor initiatives, and immigration policies—creating a dynamic landscape that may leave business leaders navigating uncharted waters with some uncertainty. Hi there.The email you...
Here’s What Corporate Litigators Expect Delaware Courts to Address in 2025
One area of Delaware law that came up frequently in 2024 and is expected to continue to be closely watched as more case law is established is that of conflicted controller transactions, specifically what exactly constitutes such a transaction and how judicial scrutiny...
What Qualities Will Distinguish Good from Great Service In 2025?
The qualities that matter most to corporate leaders typically relate to partnership, service and transparency. Legal teams incorporating these traits more comprehensively into their representation will stand out and create a competitive advantage in 2025, particularly...
The Met Hires GC of Elite University as Next Legal Chief
The New York City cultural institution said it conducted an extensive national search for a successor to Sharon Cott, who is retiring. 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...
Not Here: Court Finds Texas Has No Jurisdiction Over Google
The Thirteenth Court of Appeals rejected Texas' deceptive-practices lawsuit against Google, finding the state lacks jurisdiction. 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...
Judge Wears VR Headset To View Defendant’s Account Of Events And What Fresh Hell Is This?
Courtroom technology: all about coulda, not shoulda. The post Judge Wears VR Headset To View Defendant’s Account Of Events And What Fresh Hell Is This? appeared first on Above the Law.Screencap from WPLG 10 YouTube channelIn a new dystopian hell unleashed upon the...
‘Quiet, Appropriate End:’ NY Court of Appeals Formally Removes Erin Gall From Bench
Former state Supreme Court Justice Erin T. Gall—who the state's judicial conduct watchdog concluded that she had threatened violence against Black teens at a party—is not eligible to ever serve in a judicial office again. Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
Top 20 Biglaw Firm Announces Bonus Structure For Associates
Bonus season isn't over yet! The post Top 20 Biglaw Firm Announces Bonus Structure For Associates appeared first on Above the Law.We may be beyond the time that Larry David believes it’s acceptable to wish someone a happy new year, but that doesn’t mean 2024 is...
Sorry. We Can’t Get to Your Case: Judge Speaks Out on Judicial Shortages
"The president's veto is contrary to the actions of Sen. Biden, who helped pass many of those bills," said federal Judge Robert J. Conrad. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
Despite Brexit, UK Lawyers Still Dominate on Big EU Antitrust Lawsuits
U.K. lawyers have been heavily involved in some of the most significant EU antitrust battles since 2020, when Brexit took effect, an investigation by Law.com International found. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Ex-Marathon General Counsel Takes Legal Reins of Another Energy Company
Kimberly Warnica is jumping aboard APA Corp. as it tightens its belt following a disappointing 2024. 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...
Sam Alito Offers Flimsy Excuse For Conversation With Donald Trump
Ain't no party like an ex parte... conversation with the judge. The post Sam Alito Offers Flimsy Excuse For Conversation With Donald Trump appeared first on Above the Law.Ain't no party like an ex parte... conversation with the judge. The post Sam Alito Offers Flimsy...
The Great Escape: Nonlegal Careers For Lawyers
Are you a lawyer interested in moving to a nonlegal career? Start that journey here. The post The Great Escape: Nonlegal Careers For Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)Ed. note: This is the first in a series of articles by our...
7 Tech Challenges Facing Financial Services Law Departments [Sponsored]
And the steps that will help your organization overcome them. The post 7 Tech Challenges Facing Financial Services Law Departments appeared first on Above the Law.Though it may seem like centuries ago, it was only November 2022 when the launch of ChatGPT made...
New York Court of Appeals Blocks Trump Attempt to Stay Friday Sentencing
The ruling, from Judge Jenny Rivera, leaves the case squarely in the hands of the U.S. Supreme Court. 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...
‘Self-Diagnosed Nickel Allergy’ Fails to Find Success in Med-Mal Suit, 8th Circuit Rules
The court affirmed the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri's decision, concluding the plaintiff failed to create a genuine dispute of material fact regarding causation as she failed to provide admissible medical evidence showing she had a nickel...
Biopharma Industry Outlook For 2025
Metabolic medicines dominated life sciences headlines in 2024, a trend expected to continue into the new year. Other things to look for include more widespread adoption of artificial intelligence technologies and the IPO market’s return to normal levels. The post...
Biglaw Firms In California Close Their Offices, Shift To Remote Work Amid Deadly Blazes
The law firms are doing their best to protect the health and safety of their employees. The post Biglaw Firms In California Close Their Offices, Shift To Remote Work Amid Deadly Blazes appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)As...
Morning Docket: 01.09.25
* Alito and Trump had a chat before Trump asked Supreme Court to have his state law convictions thrown out. [CBS News] * Florida lawyer allegedly soaked legal documents in synthetic marijuana to distribute to inmates. And you thought PACER was expensive. [NY Post] *...
Am Law 50’s Head Count ‘Holding Pattern’ Could Trickle Down
Head count growth at top 50 firms has lagged behind other segments in Big Law. But that could change in the near future. 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...
Tesla, Musk Appeal Chancery Compensation Case to Delaware Supreme Court
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan; Cravath, Swaine & Moore; and Ross Aronstam & Moritz are representing Musk and Tesla's board on appeal, with opening briefs due Feb. 25. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
TikTok Hit With California Class Action for Allegedly Mining Children’s Data Without Parental Consent
TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, is facing a digital privacy class action in California federal court for allegedly violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Courts, Lawyers Press On With Business as SoCal Wildfires Rage
Wind-driven wildfires in Los Angeles County detroyed the homes of two courts of appeal justices and forced an unknown number of court workers, jurors, judicial officers and attorneys to evacuate. Wind-driven wildfires in Los Angeles County detroyed the homes of...
Law Firms Close Southern California Offices Amid Devastating Wildfires
Several Big Law firms have operations in areas of Santa Monica that are under an evacuation warning due to the Palisades Fire. 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...
Spouse Of MAGA Judge Gets Nod For Top DOJ Position
A real 'MAGA warrior.' The post Spouse Of MAGA Judge Gets Nod For Top DOJ Position appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!Who was selected by Donald Trump to be the...
Discrimination Lawsuit Turns To The Right — See Also
Scratch The Stuff About Gangsta Rap...I'm A Veteran: William Brown changes the framing of his lawsuit. Republicans Are Mad At The ABA's Diversity Standards: Any mention seems to be too much. About The Lawyer Of The Year...: New congratulations are in order! Math Makes...
Khan Defends FTC Tenure, Does Not Address Post-Inauguration Plans
"It's humbling to realize what we've achieved in such a short time, and this extraordinarily level of impact from this small a team is virtually unheard of in government," Khan said. "This work, though, is far from over, and the FTC must remain vigilant, agile, and...
J.D. Vance Campaign Finance Challenge Leads December Supreme Court Petition Roundup
The high court also docketed a $1.6 billion RICO claim against Samsung and Exxon's lawsuit over the Cuban revolution. 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...
How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare Costs In 2025?
Multiple reports indicate that employers can expect rising healthcare costs in 2025. To address these costs, employers are holding their vendor partners accountable and evaluating their health plan and PBM partners. The post How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare...
The Power of List Making
Meyling Ly | Start a "Done-List" to track your accomplishments and be prepared to show your value. The post The Power of List Making appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Keeping a Done-List list makes it easier to advocate for yourself —...
NASDAQ Beats Back Investor Claims of Bias Against Minority-Owned Businesses
U.S. District Judge Hector Gonzalez of the Eastern District of New York dropped the case on jurisdictional grounds, pointing out that the plaintiff—Trident Capital Group Fund I LLC—is just a shareholder in the sponsor of one of the merging companies. U.S....
Charlie Adelson Pushes For Resentencing On Two Counts In Dan Markel Murder Case
Everyone deserves due process. The post Charlie Adelson Pushes For Resentencing On Two Counts In Dan Markel Murder Case appeared first on Above the Law.After Dan Markel was murdered in 2014, the legal battle to bring his killers and their accomplices to justice has...
H&R Block Accused of Negligence in Data Breach Suit
This complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
Apple Disputes ‘Efforts to Manufacture’ Imaging Sensor Claims Against iPhone 15 Technology
An undisclosed agreement between the parties appears to be a sticking point as to whether the plaintiff could pursue the allegations. 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...
‘Old Home Week’: Justice Breyer Hears Challenge to Cruise Ship Ordinance in 1st Circuit
Breyer, as chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit from 1990 to 1994, was involved in the design of the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse 30 years ago. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
DOJ Adds New Plaintiffs In Antitrust Suit Accusing Landlords Of Price Fixing Rent
Cost of living is going up. DOJ has some suspicions on what's causing it. The post DOJ Adds New Plaintiffs In Antitrust Suit Accusing Landlords Of Price Fixing Rent appeared first on Above the Law.Cost of living is going up. DOJ has some suspicions on what's causing...
Snow-Related Court Delays Are No Match For Lawyers Who Worked During COVID
They're used to getting important work done remotely. The post Snow-Related Court Delays Are No Match For Lawyers Who Worked During COVID appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Al Drago/Getty Images)Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day.My...
Big Company Insiders See Tech-Related Disputes in 2025
Concerns over cybersecurity, data privacy and artificial intelligence abound in Baker McKenzie's annual survey of 600 senior legal and risk professionals from companies with more than $500 million in revenue. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Big Company Insiders See Tech-Related Disputes Teed Up for 2025
Concerns over cybersecurity, data privacy and artificial intelligence abound in Baker McKenzie's annual survey of 600 senior legal and risk professionals from companies with more than $500 million in revenue. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Persuasive: Facebook Successfully Questions MDL Guardrails
Facebook secured a sought-after remand that removes a sex trafficking lawsuit from the state's multidistrict litigation purview. 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...
Signaling Growth Goals, Some Law Firms Promote Record Partner Classes
“It's fair to say that most law firms feel a strategic imperative to grow their size and profitability in 2025, explained Kent Zimmermann, principal at legal strategy outfit Zeughauser Group. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not...
Donald Trump Demands SCOTUS Do Him A Favor Though
Two favors, actually. The post Donald Trump Demands SCOTUS Do Him A Favor Though appeared first on Above the Law.(Photographer: Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post/Bloomberg via Getty Images)The once and future president is breaking shit in all the courts at once. He’s...
How to Litigate Before the EU’s Top Court, the European Court of Justice
Brussels-based partners at elite law firms including Gibson Dunn and White & Case—who have acted for multinationals such as Google and Microsoft—share their Do's and Don'ts for litigating the biggest cases at the European Court of Justice. Brussels-based...
Biglaw Associate Files Discrimination Lawsuit Alleging He Was Fired Because He Doesn’t ‘Endorse The Same Leftist Worldview’
He says the firm discriminated against him because he's a military veteran. The post Biglaw Associate Files Discrimination Lawsuit Alleging He Was Fired Because He Doesn’t ‘Endorse The Same Leftist Worldview’ appeared first on Above the Law.Last year, news broke about...
After Solving Problems for Presidents, Ron Klain Now Applying Legal Prowess to Helping Airbnb Overturn NYC Ban
"I mean having people stay in your home is as old as the American Republic itself. The preamble to our Constitution was written in a home stay by Alexander Hamilton," Airbnb Chief Legal Officer Ron Klain said during a recent Berkeley Law webinar. Ronald Klain...
How Much Does It Cost To Start A Law Firm: A Guide for New Solo Practitioners
How much does it cost to start a law firm? We asked a few experts. Key Takeaways Starting a New Solo Law Firm? In case you hadn’t noticed, a lot of those new lawyers who can’t find jobs are hanging out a solo shingle. Add to that those lawyers with experience who have...
Above The Law’s Official 2024 Lawyer Of The Year Brought Meaningful Change To Chambers For Law Clerks
An incredibly deserving advocate for law clerks is taking home the honorary title of Lawyer of the Year. The post Above The Law’s Official 2024 Lawyer Of The Year Brought Meaningful Change To Chambers For Law Clerks appeared first on Above the Law.An incredibly...
The Staggering Cost Of Law Firm Data Breaches: Protecting Your Firm
Understanding the actual cost of a data breach will only help firms realize the critical importance of maintaining current cybersecurity measures. The post The Staggering Cost Of Law Firm Data Breaches: Protecting Your Firm appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note:...
Judges Decide Clarence Thomas Was Just Confused When He Didn’t Report All That Money
Statutes are hard. The post Judges Decide Clarence Thomas Was Just Confused When He Didn’t Report All That Money appeared first on Above the Law.Statutes are hard. The post Judges Decide Clarence Thomas Was Just Confused When He Didn’t Report All That Money appeared...
Alexi Says Its New AI Tool for Litigators Is Capable of Advanced Legal Reasoning
The Toronto-based company Alexi, whose platform provides AI-driven tools for litigators, said today that it has launched an “advanced legal reasoning” capability that will “elevate litigators’ capacity to analyze and understand the full complexities of issues and...
Legal Departments Dinged for Acquiescing to Rate Hikes That ‘Defy Gravity’
Thomson Reuters' newly released State of the Legal Market report says 2024 was "an incredibly successful year for firms from a rate-setting perspective." Thomson Reuters' newly released State of the Legal Market report says 2024 was "an incredibly successful...
The Nvidia CEO’s Keynote At CES: What It Means For Legal
As AI continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, should the legal profession consider how these changes could redefine its core functions and values? The post The Nvidia CEO’s Keynote At CES: What It Means For Legal appeared first on Above the Law.Nvidia CEO Jensen...
Republicans Say ABA’s Diversity Revision Doesn’t Go Far Enough
For them, any mention of race would go too far. The post Republicans Say ABA’s Diversity Revision Doesn’t Go Far Enough appeared first on Above the Law.Pictured: A potential lawsuitThe ABA has been struggling with diversity on several fronts. On one hand, they’re...
Trump Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Halt Sentencing
The emergency application asks the high court to consider whether presidential immunity extends to a president-elect. The emergency application asks the high court to consider whether presidential immunity extends to a president-elect.
Critical Mass With Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad: In Mass Arb Fight, Judge Goes After Keller Postman, Jenner & Block. Could Boeing Be Sued Over South Korea Plane Crash?
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Being First is Important
Every January brings a burden to each of us: New Year’s Resolutions! Many of these resolutions include “firsts” that we try to implement throughout the new year (or typically… just through the first few weeks of the new year). This January, you may notice that this is...
Morning Docket: 01.08.25
* North Carolina Supreme Court threatens to overturn election result by tossing 60,000 votes to protect the losing Republican candidate. Maybe this is why the judiciary lacks credibility, Mr. Chief Justice? [AP News] * Filing says Rudy has to forfeit Yankees...
Amid Race for Top Talent, Latham Focuses on Lateral Integration
The firm's integration program is a case study of the time and resources that some firms take to integrate lateral partners. L-R: Arlene Chow, Steven Feldman, and Danielle Conley of Latham & Watkins. Courtesy photos News The firm's integration program is a...
Asking for Business: The Art of Business Development for Lawyers
Jay Harrington | Being more proactive in your business development creates a win-win for yourself and your contacts. The post Asking for Business: The Art of Business Development for Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Shying...
Justice Bob Edmunds: Teach Your 1Ls Well
Justice Bob Edmunds: Teach Your 1Ls Well By Bob Friedman Former NC Supreme Court Justice Bob Edmunds asked his High Point University School of Law 1L legal writing class if they’d ever heard of “The Paper Chase.” One student quickly found the 1973 movie on Google....
Judge Ashleigh Parker: Being Present
“My heart and passion are in the courtroom. It’s where I feel as though I touch the families and the lives of individuals the most,” said Judge Ashleigh Parker, 10th District Court judge in Wake County who also serves as the lead child support judge. “I have my two...
NC State Bar Rolls Out Cybersecurity Self-Assessment
“There is no correct answer to the questions, ‘How much cybersecurity does my law firm need?’ or ‘How much should I spend on cybersecurity?’ There is no one size fits all,” said Peter Bolac, the new executive director of the North Carolina State Bar. The State Bar and...
Louis A. Di Filippo: Both Sides of the Equation
The numbers just didn’t add up for Louis A. Di Filippo. After the Raleigh native earned his undergraduate degree in economics from NC State University, he calculated that a career in business and finance was not the correct answer. While the field made logical sense...
Whitaker & Hamer: Everyday People’s Legal Needs
Judica Country Radio which airs on 106.1 FM TALK in Raleigh on Saturday afternoons, “is meant for the average person with everyday legal needs,” said Garner attorney Joshua Whitaker, who co-hosts the show with Whitaker & Hamer law firm partner, Joe Hamer. “We end...
Troy Shelton: Telling a Persuasive Story
Raleigh appellate attorney Troy Shelton can imagine himself ridin’ his horse into town, six-guns a blazin’. “I tell clients I’m a hired gun. I’m a mercenary.” Shelton has spent most of his career practicing appellate law. He is an NC Bar board-certified appellate...
Raleigh Divorce Lawyer Kathleen Murphy Is Regular Guest on Nancy Grace
A Microsoft executive and father of four was gunned down in 2022. It was a murder-for-hire hit orchestrated by his ex-wife with whom he was in a bitter custody battle. Raleigh divorce attorney Kathleen Murphy talked about the case on Nancy Grace’s podcast, “Crime...
Bring in a Life Care Planner and/or Vocational Consultant Early in Litigation
Plaintiff and defense attorneys sometimes wait too long to bring a life care planner or a forensic vocational expert into litigation because they are unsure if or when to retain the services of this kind of an expert or what it may cost. Attorneys should contact a...
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Saved?
As I presented my quarterly Capital Markets Review last year, I noticed that projections of future Federal budget deficits all had an endnote—they could change depending on the expiration of President Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) at the end of 2025. In other...
Lost Household Services in Lost Wages Projections
When an attorney hires a forensic economist for a personal injury or wrongful death case, it’s usually because the case involves lost earnings. A plaintiff’s attorney needs an economist to do a projection of the client’s lost wages, while a defense attorney needs a...
How I Made Partner: ‘Avoid Getting Stuck in a Moment,’ Says Federico Cuadra Del Carmen of Baker McKenzie
"The job is hard and the learning curb is steep. You won't get things 100% right the first time you do them. But, as long as you take the time to understand why, you will get better. Avoid getting stuck in a moment. Run the post-mortem, take the lesson, and move on to...
DOJ, 10 State AGs File Amended Antitrust Complaint Against RealPage and Big Landlords
The amended complaint alleges RealPage coordinated with big landlord companies in an unlawful scheme to decrease competition among landlords and force tenants to pay higher rents for apartment housing. The amended complaint alleges RealPage coordinated with big...
Looks Like Someone Is Willing To Hold Rudy Giuliani Accountable
Stonewalling discovery is generally frowned upon. The post Looks Like Someone Is Willing To Hold Rudy Giuliani Accountable appeared first on Above the Law.Stonewalling discovery is generally frowned upon. The post Looks Like Someone Is Willing To Hold Rudy Giuliani...
Your Money Or Your Rights — See Also
Democratic Boutique Firm Gives Its Attorneys An Arbitration Clause Or No Pay Raise Ultimatum: Unexpected development from the Elias Law Group. Boutiques Are Booming: There's opportunity out there for lawyers willing to take it. Law Firms On The Other Hand: Things are...
How We Won: BraunHagey’s $56M Trademark Win Over Molson Coors Upheld by 9th Circuit
An appellate panel last week rejected the beer giant's challenge of a 2022 jury verdict in favor of San Diego County's Stone Brewing. Lead counsel Noah Hagey says the decision is a road map for future “reverse confusion cases. Hi there.The email you just opened,...
ExxonMobil Sues California AG Bonta, Environmental Groups for Advanced Recycling ‘Smear Campaign’
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...
‘I’ve Had a Lot of Fun With Opinions’: A Look Back at 10 Quintessential Opening Lines From Vice Chancellor Glasscock
In nearly 14 years on the Delaware Court of Chancery, Glasscock has tied the specifics of cases to literary references, movies, historical events or anecdotes about life in the state's southernmost county—even occasionally including jabs at his own writing. Hi...
What Lawyers Can Learn From CES 2025: Trends That Matter
As always, CES demonstrates that, as technology advances at warp speed, legal professionals cannot afford to lag behind. The post What Lawyers Can Learn From CES 2025: Trends That Matter appeared first on Above the Law.Attendees at CES at the Las Vegas Convention...
‘Issue of First Impression’: New York Judge Clears Coinbase Appeal Amid Crypto Regulatory Clash
“The significance of a crypto-asset's digital ecosystem to the Howey analysis, particularly as a point of contrast with collectibles or other commodities, is a difficult issue of first impression for the Second Circuit, U.S. District Judge Katherine Polk Failla ruled...
Cozen O’Connor Accused of Overbilling, Duplicate Work
The client paid Cozen O'Connor a little more than $210,000 for legal services, but ceased payment for new invoices because of the alleged breach of contract, according to the complaint. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
5 Fretzin Hacks When Attempting Legal Business Development
Winging it is not a strategy. The post 5 Fretzin Hacks When Attempting Legal Business Development appeared first on Above the Law.Winging it is not a strategy. The post 5 Fretzin Hacks When Attempting Legal Business Development appeared first on Above the Law.
Pittsburgh Jury Tries to Award $22M Against J&J in Talc Case Despite Handing Up Defense Verdict
The jury determined that Johnson & Johnson was negligent and that the company intentionally misrepresented the safety of its talc products but that those factors did not cause Lee's cancer. The jury then went on to make a determination on punitive damages, despite...
A&O Shearman Lost 15 Asia Partners in a Year
Three of the 15 partners who left the practice in Asia were legacy Shearman & Sterling partners. Some departees also left the legacy practices after the merger was voted through but before the merger went live in May last year. Hi there.The email you just...
The Flexible Future Of Legal: Why ALSPs Are More Than ‘Alternative’
They bring flexibility, expertise, and innovation to the table. The post The Flexible Future Of Legal: Why ALSPs Are More Than ‘Alternative’ appeared first on Above the Law.They bring flexibility, expertise, and innovation to the table. The post The Flexible Future Of...
Obvious Disagreement
2025 is off to a rip-roaring start in the world of patent law! The post Obvious Disagreement appeared first on Above the Law.Welcome to 2025, which I hope will be a year of accomplishment and good health for the entire ATL readership. As patent litigation aficionados,...
CFPB Finalizes Rule Removing Medical Debt From Credit Reports
The agency estimated the rule will remove more than $49 billion in medical bills from the credit reports of about 15 million Americans. 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...
‘Don’t F– With Me in My Court:’ Texas Judge in Hot Water
A public admonishment and additional education order was given to a district criminal court judge who acknowledged having only two months' experience in criminal law. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Special Counsel Jack Smith Prepares Final Report as Trump Opposes Its Release
"The Attorney General will decide whether any portion of the report should be released to the public," Smith's office wrote in a federal court filing. "The Attorney General has not yet determined how to handle the report volume pertaining to this case." Hi...
Judge Cannon Is Back On Her Bullshit
Come TF on Aileen. The post Judge Cannon Is Back On Her Bullshit appeared first on Above the Law.Aileen CannonThis morning, a US District judge ordered the attorney general of the United States to violate federal law. That judge was of course Aileen Cannon, who has...
Appeals Court Rejects Trump Attempt to Delay Friday Sentencing
Associate Justice Ellen Gesmer of the Appellate Division, First Department denied the defense petition for emergency relief following oral arguments. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Sonia Sotomayor Gets A School Named In Her Honor
She's the third female SCOTUS justice to have a public elementary school bearing her name. The post Sonia Sotomayor Gets A School Named In Her Honor appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by ERIN SCHAFF/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature,...
Elite Boutique Getting Slammed By Associates Over Mandatory Arbitration Agreement
Guess those progressive values don't apply to the firm. The post Elite Boutique Getting Slammed By Associates Over Mandatory Arbitration Agreement appeared first on Above the Law.Listen… mandatory arbitration agreements are garbage. They invariably favor established ...
Giuliani Bumstumbles Into Contempt And Sanctions In Freeman/Moss Case
Amazing career arc. The post Giuliani Bumstumbles Into Contempt And Sanctions In Freeman/Moss Case appeared first on Above the Law.It’s hard to tell if Rudy Giuliani is playing dumb, or if he’s lost his everloving mind. How else to explain the guy who used to run the...
Introducing The 2024 Solo And Small Firm Compensation Report! [Sponsored]
From total compensation to origination fees, we’re benchmarking lawyer pay with input from over 750 respondents. The post Introducing The 2024 Solo And Small Firm Compensation Report! appeared first on Above the Law.Most of the nation’s lawyers work in small law...
New Firm Highlights The Bright Future For Litigation Boutiques
Nagy Wolfe Appleton LLP launches as boutique firms flex muscle. The post New Firm Highlights The Bright Future For Litigation Boutiques appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)Tibor Nagy isn’t a stranger to the boutique law firm life. A...