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Using Microsoft Word Templates to Create Model Documents That Save Your Law Firm Tons of Time
Gold Standard Templates are model documents set up in Word with formatting, easy-to-identify changeable text, and all optional provisions in one place. The post Using Microsoft Word Templates to Create Model Documents That Save Your Law Firm Tons of Time appeared...
Longtime Baker & Hostetler Partner, Former White House Counsel David Rivkin Dies at 68
David Rivkin Jr., a longtime Baker & Hostetler attorney and former White House counsel, has died at the age of 68. David Rivkin Jr., a longtime Baker & Hostetler attorney and former White House counsel, has died at the age of 68.
Cast Your Vote! — See Also
ATL's Holiday Card Contest Is Still Running: Cast your vote by December 31st! Happy Holidays! The post Cast Your Vote! — See Also appeared first on Above the Law.Cast Your Vote! - See Also - Above the Law Skip to content Our Sites © 2024 Breaking Media, Inc. All...
Foreign-Company Lobbyists Would Need to Register Under Proposed DOJ Regulation
The proposed regulatory change to the Foreign Agents Registration Act's commercial exemption “doesn't really take into account a lot of the practical realities associated with foreign companies doing business in the United States, Covington & Burling's Alexandra...
2025 Brings New Changes to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure
Beginning January 1, 2025, major changes to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure regarding civil case management go into effect. These changes require judges, attorneys and all litigants to adjust their approaches to litigation, placing a strong emphasis on working...
The Law Firms We Lost In 2024
Gone but not forgotten. The post The Law Firms We Lost In 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.Gone but not forgotten. The post The Law Firms We Lost In 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.
Semiconductor Component Maker Accused of Deceiving Investors About Market Downturn, Export Curbs
A lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court is just the latest securities fraud case against ASML, the world's sole producer of a photolithography machine needed to produce advanced semiconductors. A lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court is just the latest...
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...
3rd Circuit Strikes Down NLRB’s Monetary Remedies for Fired Starbucks Workers
Starbucks targeted the board's 2022 decision in Thryv v. NLRB, which permitted monetary remedies beyond backpay. In Thryv, the board said it can order "make-whole relief” beyond backpay, including compensation for credit-card fees, mortgage charges, child care bills...
Best Of 2024: Donald Trump Brags That Daughter Tiffany Trump Graduated ‘No. 1’ In Class — But Georgetown Law Doesn’t Rank Students
How completely and utterly embarrassing. Poor Tiffany Trump. The post Best Of 2024: Donald Trump Brags That Daughter Tiffany Trump Graduated ‘No. 1’ In Class — But Georgetown Law Doesn’t Rank Students appeared first on Above the Law.Tiffany Trump (Photo by Alex...
Recent FTC Cases Against Auto Dealers Suggest Regulators Are Keeping Foot on Accelerator
A record $20 million settlement with Leader Automotive is a jarring pothole in what appeared to be a smoother road ahead for dealers going into next year. A record $20 million settlement with Leader Automotive is a jarring pothole in what appeared to be a...
‘Not A Kindergarten Teacher’: Judge Blasts Keller Postman, Jenner & Block, in Mass Arb Dispute
At a Dec. 19 hearing, U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes, in the District of Columbia, criticized lawyers for their escalating mass arbitration fight. “I don't think lawyers should start going after each other, she wrote. “Now, all of this seems like a colossal waste of...
Top Biglaw Firm Crowned As Law Firm Of The Year, Achieving Industry Greatness
Which law firm was bestowed with the honor of being named law firm of the year for 2024? The post Top Biglaw Firm Crowned As Law Firm Of The Year, Achieving Industry Greatness appeared first on Above the Law.Which law firm was bestowed with the honor of being named...
Gregory Andrew Anderson: Practicing on the Edge
Gregory Andrew Anderson: Practicing on the Edge By Don Simmons Gregory A. Anderson might be the most well-known attorney in Florida right now, and depending on the audience, the nation. But most lawyers and judges in his home city of Jacksonville have almost no idea...
Keanna Broadie: Small Victories, Significant Impact
AALM: When did you first know you wanted to become an attorney? What drew you to this career? KB: I have known I wanted to be an attorney since I was a little girl around the age of 4. I spent a lot of time watching ’90s legal television with my grandmother. I was...
Noncitizen Voting in Federal Elections: The Myth & Potential Missteps for Immigrants
As the federal election travels into our recent past, we should reflect upon the relentless allegations of noncitizens voting to influence election results. Although some jurisdictions allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, since 1924, it is illegal for...
The Substance Use Evaluation Process for Family Court
I began doing substance use evaluations in 2007, when the late great Bill Sheppard asked me to meet for lunch. He asked me to interview his client and write a report with conclusions and recommendations related to any substance use disorder in a criminal case. I was...
JWLA Launches Multi-Generational Mentoring Program
Women lawyers seeking professional mentors have a unique opportunity with Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association’s (JWLA) Mentoring Program starting in January 2025. As a young woman attorney and a first-generation lawyer in her family, program co-chair and Akerman...
Student Spotlight: Susan Cavailhon
Susan Cavailhon is a 2L at Jacksonville University College of Law. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in English from Florida State University. Prior to JU Law, she received her Juris Master from Florida State University College of Law and studied abroad at the...
Why One Startup CEO Is Excited About The White House’s New AI Czar Role
President-elect Donald Trump recently appointed former Paypal executive David Sacks as the White House’s first-ever czar for AI and cryptocurrency. Ryan Tarzy — CEO of Avandra Imaging, a federated network for de-identified imaging data — thinks this appointment could...
Supreme Court Won’t Help Big Telecom Kill NY Law Requiring Affordable Broadband For Poor People
From the you-broke-it,-you-buy-it dept The post Supreme Court Won’t Help Big Telecom Kill NY Law Requiring Affordable Broadband For Poor People appeared first on Above the Law.From the you-broke-it,-you-buy-it dept The post Supreme Court Won’t Help Big Telecom Kill NY...
Morning Docket: 12.27.24
* Someone pretending to represent Nintendo is filing fake DMCA takedown notices... just like we hope "United Healthcare" was a fake for going after Luigi merchandise. [The Verge] * Judge Pauline Newman claims the Federal Circuit hid documents in a bid to control the...
Craft Perfect Lawyer Business Cards: A Step-by-Step Professional Guide
We do our best to go paperless, yet there's one small piece of paper that seems to endure: the business card. The post Craft Perfect Lawyer Business Cards: A Step-by-Step Professional Guide appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.In this...
Bottoming Out or Merging Up? Law Firms That Shuttered in 2024
A slower year for law firm shutdowns saw more firms get absorbed by larger firms. 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...
7 Ways to Optimize Your Law Firm Facebook Pages
Annette Choti | Using your Facebook page effectively requires effort, but here are tips to make increasing engagement less overwhelming. The post 7 Ways to Optimize Your Law Firm Facebook Pages appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.By...
Biden Vetoes Bill to Create More Federal Judgeships
“The President's veto of the JUDGES Act is extremely disappointing," U.S. District Judge Robert J. Conrad Jr., director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, said in a statement. “The President's veto of the JUDGES Act is extremely...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘It’s Essential to Have a Clear Vision,’ Says Matthew Carey of Marshall Gerstein
"To be an effective practice group leader, it's essential to have a clear vision, make sound decisions, and demonstrate expertise in addressing client needs, which enables us to effectively set group objectives and align our efforts with the firm's broader strategy....
The Key Moves in the Reshuffling German Legal Market as 2025 Dawns
Two Linklaters lawyers are joining rivals while Noerr loses two to Heuking. Two Linklaters lawyers are joining rivals while Noerr loses two to Heuking.
Judge Slashes $2M in Punitive Damages in Sober-Living Harassment Case
On Thursday, Chief U.S. District Magistrate Judge Donald L. Cabell slashed the overall award of $3.8 million to $1.42 million—the amended amount consisting of $780,000 in compensatory damages and $640,000 in punitive damages—in a fair housing case. Hi there.The...
Happy Holidays! — See Also
Christmas Eve Bonuses!: Massumi + Consoli! Who Is The Lawyer Of The Year?: You decide! Contest runs to December 31st. Enjoy the season! The post Happy Holidays! — See Also appeared first on Above the Law.Happy Holidays! - See Also - Above the Law Skip to content Our...
And You Thought You Hated Christmas…
Banning Christmas used to be a thing. The post And You Thought You Hated Christmas… appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!In 1659, Christmas celebrations were banned in what U.S. city?Hint: The ban was...
Happy Holidays To Our Advertisers!
We really enjoy working with you. The post Happy Holidays To Our Advertisers! appeared first on Above the Law.Happy Holidays To Our Advertisers! - Above the Law Skip to content We’d like to express gratitude to our fantastic sponsors here at Above the Law:Aon Bighand...
Insurer Not Required to Cover $29M Wrongful Death Judgment, Appeals Court Rules
The judge had awarded $9.6 million as compensatory damages, and then trebled the total to more than $29 million against Penn National. The judge had awarded $9.6 million as compensatory damages, and then trebled the total to more than $29 million against Penn...
Essential Office Setup: 11 Things Every Lawyer Needs to Get the Work Done
Andrea Cannavina shares some favorite tools that will have a serious impact on your home office happiness. The post Essential Office Setup: 11 Things Every Lawyer Needs to Get the Work Done appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Now is a...
Seeking To Expand Access To Justice, Washington State Pilot Will Allow Non-Lawyer Entities To Practice Law
The pilot will last for 10 years from the date the first entity is approved to participate. The post Seeking To Expand Access To Justice, Washington State Pilot Will Allow Non-Lawyer Entities To Practice Law appeared first on Above the Law.Similar to regulatory reform...
The Supreme Court’s ‘Teenager Term’ Could Leave A Lot Of Kids Really Angry
Hey! SCOTUS! Leave Them Kids Alone! The post The Supreme Court’s ‘Teenager Term’ Could Leave A Lot Of Kids Really Angry appeared first on Above the Law.Hey! SCOTUS! Leave Them Kids Alone! The post The Supreme Court’s ‘Teenager Term’ Could Leave A Lot Of Kids Really...
Ho, Ho, Ho-Cast
A very jolly podcast. The post Ho, Ho, Ho-Cast appeared first on Above the Law.It’s a very special holiday episode of Thinking Like A Lawyer, with three straight “Ho” stories. First, Hogan Lovells irks associates with a bonus announcement without matching the industry...
Solana Labs Co-Founder Allegedly Pocketed Ex-Wife’s ‘Millions of Dollars’ of Crypto Gains
Elisa Rossi claimed in the complaint that her ex-husband pocketed “millions of dollars in staking rewards on her cryptocurrency until she “discovered the deception over two months after the parties finalized their divorce agreement. Elisa Rossi claimed in the...
What’s Next For Johnson & Johnson’s Talcum Powder Litigation?
Potential legal and legislative battles are sure to dominate Johnson & Johnson's talcum powder litigation in 2025. Potential legal and legislative battles are sure to dominate Johnson & Johnson's talcum powder litigation in 2025.
Best Of 2024: Entitled Law School Hopeful With 150 LSAT Blames Imaginary Black Person For His Rejection Letters. Deletes Twitter Account In Shame.
Not failing upward? Blame affirmative action. The post Best Of 2024: Entitled Law School Hopeful With 150 LSAT Blames Imaginary Black Person For His Rejection Letters. Deletes Twitter Account In Shame. appeared first on Above the Law.Not failing upward? Blame...
Inflation Is Here To Stay — What’s Your Legal Team Doing About It?
Is there a magic solution to inflation? Are you renegotiating contracts, shoring up compliance processes, or finding creative ways to do more with less? The post Inflation Is Here To Stay — What’s Your Legal Team Doing About It? appeared first on Above the...
Drink Up: 2024’s Biggest Drink-Related Suits
Numerous trending drinks and popular drink brands found themselves at the center of litigation this year. Numerous trending drinks and popular drink brands found themselves at the center of litigation this year.
Healthcare Leaders Slam Exclusion Of Key Healthcare Provisions In Spending Package
Several healthcare provisions, including drug reforms, were left out of the government funding bill, angering some healthcare leaders. The post Healthcare Leaders Slam Exclusion Of Key Healthcare Provisions In Spending Package appeared first on Above the Law.Those...
Boutique Law Firm Announces Big-Time Bonuses On Christmas Eve
Ho, ho, ho! Hope associates had a happy holiday! The post Boutique Law Firm Announces Big-Time Bonuses On Christmas Eve appeared first on Above the Law.Law firms across the country were eager to make their bonus announcements before the winter holidays hit, matching...
Morning Docket: 12.26.24
* Arkansas book ban runs afoul of Constitution... for now. [Reuters] * Federal judge in trouble for speaking to "politically affiliated" organization. Which is a rookie mistake because all you need to do is pretend nakedly political organizations just aren't...
Should Lawyers Consider a Side Hustle?
Pursuing personal projects or part-time work is not new for lawyers, but the “great reassessment” has amplified the discussion. The post Should Lawyers Consider a Side Hustle? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.These days, it seems...
Bonuses Before The Holidays! — See Also
Boutique Firm Announces Above-Market Bonuses: Perry Law! Top 3 Firm Isn't Just Stopping At Special Bonuses!: DLA Piper rewards hard work! Eric Adams Tried To Make Luigi's Trial About Him And It Is Already Backfiring: Due process > clout chasing. Vote For The Winner...
Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition
It's a holiday classic. The post Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition appeared first on Above the Law.It's a holiday classic. The post Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition appeared first on Above the Law.
The Disappointing ‘Cascade Effect’ A Lack Of Diversity Could Have On The Legal Profession
This is a 'downward trend' that won't be good for lawyers. The post The Disappointing ‘Cascade Effect’ A Lack Of Diversity Could Have On The Legal Profession appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day.The data is...
5.6 Million Patients’ Data Stolen During Ascension’s Ransomware Attack Earlier This Year
Ascension’s May cyberattack compromised 5.6 million patients’ personal and health information, including Social Security numbers, credit card numbers and addresses. However, there is no evidence that any data was stolen from Acension’s EHR or other clinical systems,...
Best Of 2024: Only 5 Supreme Court Justices Believe In The Supremacy Clause And That’s A Real Fricking Problem
What kind of game is the right wing of the Supreme Court playing? The post Best Of 2024: Only 5 Supreme Court Justices Believe In The Supremacy Clause And That’s A Real Fricking Problem appeared first on Above the Law.What kind of game is the right wing of the Supreme...
‘Twas The Night Before Christmas — A Lawyer Mom Version
Not all Christmases are frantic. ... No. They all are. Let's not kid ourselves. The post ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas — A Lawyer Mom Version appeared first on Above the Law.Not all Christmases are frantic. ... No. They all are. Let's not kid ourselves. The post...
Eric Adams Is Already Stepping On Luigi Mangione’s Due Process
This trial may end up being more ridiculous than the YSL RICO fiasco. The post Eric Adams Is Already Stepping On Luigi Mangione’s Due Process appeared first on Above the Law.This trial may end up being more ridiculous than the YSL RICO fiasco. The post Eric Adams Is...
Boutique Firm Announces Bonuses ‘Significantly’ Above Market Rates
It’s time for more money at this law firm! The post Boutique Firm Announces Bonuses ‘Significantly’ Above Market Rates appeared first on Above the Law.It’s time for more money at this law firm! The post Boutique Firm Announces Bonuses ‘Significantly’ Above Market...
Rudy Giuliani Defends His Right To Lie To The Court
It's a bold strategy, Cotton. The post Rudy Giuliani Defends His Right To Lie To The Court appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)Rudy Giuliani is trying to get himself held in contempt of court. There is no other explanation for his...
Top 3 Biglaw Firm Is Doling Out Tons Of Bonus Money To Associates
This elite firm is offering bonuses on top of bonuses on top of bonuses. The post Top 3 Biglaw Firm Is Doling Out Tons Of Bonus Money To Associates appeared first on Above the Law.This elite firm is offering bonuses on top of bonuses on top of bonuses. The post Top 3...
AI, Ethics, Essays And Scandals Ranked Among LawSites’ 40 Most Popular Legal Tech Stories Of 2024
It says something about our collective attitude towards generative AI in legal that this blog’s most-read story of the year was about lawyers getting sanctioned for hallucinated case citations. The post AI, Ethics, Essays And Scandals Ranked Among LawSites’ 40 Most...
Morning Docket: 12.24.24
* Luigi pleads not guilty, hot. [NBC] * The least qualified judge in the country's husband is going to be DOJ chief of staff. They are not sending their best. [Bloomberg Law News] * Judge who threatened to shoot teenagers resigns. [ABA Journal] * Biden kills new...
Careful Which Emojis You Use, Lest You Inadvertently Enter Into A Contract
Contracts professors are already thinking up new hypos. The post Careful Which Emojis You Use, Lest You Inadvertently Enter Into A Contract appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!A Canadian appellate court...
Happy Holidays! Now Get To Work — See Also
Biglaw Firm Isn't In The Giving Mood: You're gonna have to work extra hard to get the special bonus at A&P. Speaking Of Gift Giving: Clarence and Alito are still in Scalia's shadow. An Unproblematic Money Story: Alston & Bird announce bonuses! Where's The Rest...
Federal Judge Named in Lawsuit Over Underage Drinking Party at His California Home
“Plaintiff alleges that there was significant underage drinking going on at the Scarsi home without any hired security or proper supervision," the complaint said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
The Rest Is Still Unwritten: What Is The Future For Legal Document Drafting?
We’re drilling down on all things document management + AI on the Non-Eventcast podcast. The post The Rest Is Still Unwritten: What Is The Future For Legal Document Drafting? appeared first on Above the Law.We’re drilling down on all things document management + AI on...
‘White Face’ Comments by Jussie Smollett’s Attorney Weren’t Defamation, Judge Rules
"At the time of the Today Show interview, Glandian was not aware of any information that would have led her to believe that her statements regarding the white makeup were false or were likely to be false," the judge said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
‘Appropriate Relief’?: Google Offers Remedy Concessions in DOJ Antitrust Fight
Google's response to the Justice Department's proposal of a forced sale of the Chrome browser is just one litigation front of many that may shape the tech giant's future outlook for years to come. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
NJ U.S. Attorney, Philip Sellinger, Announces Resignation
“Serving as the United States Attorney has been the honor of a lifetime, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger of the District of New Jersey said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
Judge Rebuffs Gaetz Request For Freebie During ‘Customer Appreciation Week’
It's a bit like putting the condom on in the car on the way home. The post Judge Rebuffs Gaetz Request For Freebie During ‘Customer Appreciation Week’ appeared first on Above the Law.It's a bit like putting the condom on in the car on the way home. The post Judge...
Social Media, Plastics & Baby Formula: Mass Torts To Expect in 2025
Lawyers are looking at emerging litigation over plastic pollution and video game addiction, while cases over diet drugs, "forever chemicals" and cow's milk-based infant formula for preemies continue to proliferate. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
Financial Watchdog Alleges Walmart Forced Army of Gig-Worker Drivers to Receive Pay Through High-Fee Accounts
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau sued Walmart and the payments platform Branch Messenger in federal court in Minnesota. 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...
Chicago Federal Court Offers Banks Relief From Illinois’ Historic Credit Fee Curbs
U.S. District Chief Judge Virginia Kendall of the Northern District of Illinois found that a coalition of banking associations represented by Jones Day and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom would likely show that the National Bank Act preempts the Illinois...
Will Other Biglaw Firms Skip Out On Matching Milbank’s Special Bonuses?
This industry insider doesn't have very high hopes for additional special bonus matches. The post Will Other Biglaw Firms Skip Out On Matching Milbank’s Special Bonuses? appeared first on Above the Law.This industry insider doesn't have very high hopes for additional...
DOJ Takes on Largest NFT Scheme That Points to Larger Trend
Gabriel Hay, 23 and Gavin Mayo, 23, allegedly defrauded investors of over $22 million. Former DOJ prosecutor Scott Armstrong says there's a trend of such cases targeting younger defendants. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not...
Money Matters: These Top 50 Biglaw Firms Haven’t Announced Bonuses Yet (2024)
It's time to show your associates the money. Kindly hurry up! The post Money Matters: These Top 50 Biglaw Firms Haven’t Announced Bonuses Yet (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.The winter holidays are nearly upon us, and while news about year-end and special...
Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia’s Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts)
Senate Judiciary investigation report identifies Scalia as the source of a lot of Supreme Court mischief. The post Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia’s Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts) appeared first on Above the Law.Justice Antonin Scalia died as he...
Best Of 2024: Ron DeSantis Claims Victory Over Disney And All He Had To Do Was Give Disney Everything They Wanted
Remember when Ron DeSantis 'won" against Disney? The post Best Of 2024: Ron DeSantis Claims Victory Over Disney And All He Had To Do Was Give Disney Everything They Wanted appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)It began with Ron...
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Customers: Developments on ‘Conquesting’ from the Ninth Circuit
In a recent decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit addressed the issue of whether purchasing market competitors' search engine keyword terms, known as “conquesting, constitutes trademark infringement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
Gannett Removes Trump Trollsuit Against Iowa Poll To Federal Court
No one ever expects the snap removal! The post Gannett Removes Trump Trollsuit Against Iowa Poll To Federal Court appeared first on Above the Law.No one ever expects the snap removal! The post Gannett Removes Trump Trollsuit Against Iowa Poll To Federal Court appeared...
Bonuses Take Flight At Southeastern Top 50 Biglaw Firm
Exciting news before the holidays hit! The post Bonuses Take Flight At Southeastern Top 50 Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.Exciting news before the holidays hit! The post Bonuses Take Flight At Southeastern Top 50 Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
Biglaw Firm Celebrates Holidays By ‘Encouraging’ Associates To Burn The Midnight Oil
Once you burn out to hit the special bonus, you can use the extra cash for therapy! The post Biglaw Firm Celebrates Holidays By ‘Encouraging’ Associates To Burn The Midnight Oil appeared first on Above the Law.Once you burn out to hit the special bonus, you can use...
Why Walgreens Is Reportedly Considering A Private Equity Buyer
Walgreens is reportedly exploring selling itself to private equity firm Sycamore Partners. It might be the right decision for the company, some experts say. The post Why Walgreens Is Reportedly Considering A Private Equity Buyer appeared first on Above the Law.Is...
Morning Docket: 12.23.24
* You're not imagining it... a lot of firms still haven't announced bonuses. [National Law Journal] * Another federal judge in Texas recuses from Elon's "it's illegal for advertisers not to give me money" lawsuit. [Reuters] * ABA Prez argues that electronic messages...
Business Development Starters for Law Firm Associates
Sally Schmidt | Six associate business development activities to help young lawyers get a running start building their law practices. The post Business Development Starters for Law Firm Associates appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Six...
A Look Back at High-Profile Hires in Big Law From Federal Government
"One of the biggest ones I've ever seen, probably the biggest," said one recruiter about the outpouring of government lawyers into the job market this year. "One of the biggest ones I've ever seen, probably the biggest," said one recruiter about the outpouring...
Grabbing Market Share From Rivals, Law Firms Ramped Up Group Lateral Hires
Several firms prioritized sweeping up attorneys to establish an office or practice in a new market. 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...
Alex Spiro Accuses Prosecutors of ‘Unethical’ Comments in Adams’ Bribery Case
The attorney for New York City Mayor Eric Adams told a judge he was simply defending his client against prosecutors' own extrajudicial statements. The attorney for New York City Mayor Eric Adams told a judge he was simply defending his client against...
How I Made Office Managing Partner: ‘Be a Lawyer First, Foremost and Always,’ Says Matthew McLaughlin of Venable
"Be a lawyer first, foremost, and always. Even if you are something of a general practitioner, find some area of expertise. You will not be able to lead as a manager if your colleagues do not respect your legal abilities. Keep your focus on practice development and...
Call for Nominations: Elite Trial Lawyers 2025
ALM's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms that have performed exemplary and cutting-edge work on behalf of plaintiffs. ALM's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms that have performed exemplary and cutting-edge work on behalf of...
Call for Nominations: Elite Trial Lawyers 2025
ALM's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms that have performed exemplary and cutting-edge work on behalf of plaintiffs. ALM's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms that have performed exemplary and cutting-edge work on behalf of...
Tom Girardi to Surrender to Federal Authorities on Jan. 7
A federal judge on Friday ordered Tom Girardi, 85, to surrender to the U.S. Marshals Service on Jan. 7 to be transported to North Carolina for a mental evaluation. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Tom Girardi to Surrender to Federal Authorities on Jan. 7
A federal judge on Friday ordered Tom Girardi, 85, to surrender to the U.S. Marshals Service on Jan. 7 to be transported to North Carolina for a mental evaluation. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
In Lawsuit, Ex-Google Employee Says Company’s Layoffs Targeted Parents and Others on Leave
A lawsuit filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court alleges Google selected Paula Byrne for layoff because she was on maternity leave despite giving her exemplary reviews during her 15 years with the company. A lawsuit filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court...
In Lawsuit, Ex-Google Employee Says Company’s Layoffs Targeted Parents and Others on Leave
A lawsuit filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court alleges Google selected Paula Byrne for layoff because she was on maternity leave despite giving her exemplary reviews during her 15 years with the company. A lawsuit filed in Santa Clara County Superior Court...
Latham, Finnegan Win $115M Muscular Dystrophy Drug Patent Verdict for Counterclaimant
The trial took place over five days before U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Hall. 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...
Latham, Finnegan Win $115M Muscular Dystrophy Drug Patent Verdict for Counterclaimant
The trial took place over five days before U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Hall. The trial took place over five days before U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Hall.
HoLove Damage Control Is Salt In The Wound — See Also
Overwhelmingly Profitable Firm Brainstorms On Way To Value Associate's Hard Work: Maybe they could...I don't know...give out special bonuses? Top 50 Firm Manages To Pay Out More Than HoLove: And Morrison & Foerster didn't even have to do a PR run to fix the...
Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan SHIPS Act To Boost Commercial Shipping
The bill has support from Mike Waltz, who's expected to be incoming President Donald Trump's national security advisor. The post Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan SHIPS Act To Boost Commercial Shipping appeared first on Above the Law.The bill has support from Mike Waltz,...
This Attorney Reportedly Willing To Restrict Access To Abortion Pill
And he's been nominated for a key role in Donald Trump's administration. The post This Attorney Reportedly Willing To Restrict Access To Abortion Pill appeared first on Above the Law.And he's been nominated for a key role in Donald Trump's administration. The post...
Legal Departments Gripe About Outside Counsel but Rarely Talk to Them
“It's dangerous for law departments to manage their firms solely through invoices or compliance guidelines. You need a more holistic view," said Brad Blickstein, CEO of the Blickstein Group consultancy. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Legal Departments Gripe About Outside Counsel but Rarely Talk to Them
“It's dangerous for law departments to manage their firms solely through invoices or compliance guidelines. You need a more holistic view," said Brad Blickstein, CEO of the Blickstein Group consultancy. “It's dangerous for law departments to manage their firms...
CFPB Takes on BoA, Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase Over Zelle Fraud
The agency said they will seek cash damages to repay consumer losses over fraudulent activity. It claims that customers at the banks lost more than $870 million to fraud since Zelle's inception. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
CFPB Takes on BoA, Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase Over Zelle Fraud
The agency said they will seek cash damages to repay consumer losses over fraudulent activity. It claims that customers at the banks lost more than $870 million to fraud since Zelle's inception. The agency said they will seek cash damages to repay consumer...