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Big Law Practice Leaders ‘Bullish’ That Second Trump Presidency Will Be Good for Business
Hogan Lovells' Aaron Cutler said that he anticipates a "busy four years" for D.C. firms as the Trump administration looks to hit the ground running with regulatory reform. Hogan Lovells' Aaron Cutler said that he anticipates a "busy four years" for D.C. firms as...
How I Made Partner: ‘Work With as Many People as Possible,’ Says Kyle Dorso of Brown Rudnick
"My advice would be to (i) try and work with as many people as possible, (ii) maintain the right attitude, and (iii) seek out and make the most of your opportunities." Don't miss the crucial news and insights you need to make informed legal decisions. Join...
How Dana Rao Built a ‘Yes’ Culture at Adobe and Why He Walked Away
When Dana Rao became general counsel of Adobe six years ago, he said he set out to recast the culture of a legal department known as a place where "good ideas go to die." When Dana Rao became general counsel of Adobe six years ago, he said he set out to recast...
Discover Hires Interim Legal Chief as $35B Sale to Capital One Faces New Hurdles
Discover had hoped to complete its sale before Hope Mehlman exits as legal chief Nov. 27. But Capital One recently acknowledged that completing the deal this year is no longer a possibility. Discover had hoped to complete its sale before Hope Mehlman exits as...
The Gold Star Standard For Election Day
Don't be like Oklahoma. The post The Gold Star Standard For Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.Don't be like Oklahoma. The post The Gold Star Standard For Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.
They Let You Say Anything When You’re A Law Professor! — See Also
Professor Echoes Donald Trump's Message Of Peace: It rings almost as hollow as his skull. Do It On Your Own Time: Fewer firms are giving paid time off to vote this time around. That's Thinking Like A Lawyer!: See if you recognize any of the names on Kamala's...
Trump Re-election Stirs Big Law Optimism and Caution in London
Donald Trump's second-term victory sparks optimism over his pro-business stance, while London's top partners expect global and domestic uncertainty. Donald Trump's second-term victory sparks optimism over his pro-business stance, while London's top partners...
Small Law Firms: Your BOIR Is Due by January 1!
Ruth Carter | If you have a law firm in the U.S. with fewer than 20 full-time employees, you need to file a Beneficial Owners Information Report with FinCEN. The post Small Law Firms: Your BOIR Is Due by January 1! appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law...
Fewer Biglaw Firms Are Offering Paid Time Off To Encourage Voting, Volunteering During Election 2024
No matter what your firm is doing, please do your civic duty and vote in today's election. Your vote matters! The post Fewer Biglaw Firms Are Offering Paid Time Off To Encourage Voting, Volunteering During Election 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.No matter what...
Former Bar Association Leaders Give Blunt Warning To MAGA Lawyers
But will anyone listen? The post Former Bar Association Leaders Give Blunt Warning To MAGA Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.In the year of our lord 2024, it’s almost expected that Election Day will not be the end of the actual election. In the last presidential...
Kamala Harris Leans Heavily On Biglaw Attorneys To Staff Her Presidential Transition Team
This lawyer knows that she needs attorneys to help her forge ahead should she win the presidential election. The post Kamala Harris Leans Heavily On Biglaw Attorneys To Staff Her Presidential Transition Team appeared first on Above the Law.Kamala Harris (Photo by NOAH...
Rudy Giuliani Wows Judge In Collections Case By Stripping The Apartment He No Longer Owns
Let's distract ourselves from today's shitshow election with detritus from the last one. The post Rudy Giuliani Wows Judge In Collections Case By Stripping The Apartment He No Longer Owns appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)Rudy...
When Will Rageful Democrats Embrace Trump’s Message Of Peace, Wonders Dumbest Law Professor Alive
Jonathan Turley explains how Democrats are REALLY responsible for heated political rhetoric. The post When Will Rageful Democrats Embrace Trump’s Message Of Peace, Wonders Dumbest Law Professor Alive appeared first on Above the Law.Jonathan Turley explains how...
Attorney’s Response To A Zelle Typo Could Be A Stain On Her Career
Would have never happened on Cash App. The post Attorney’s Response To A Zelle Typo Could Be A Stain On Her Career appeared first on Above the Law.Would have never happened on Cash App. The post Attorney’s Response To A Zelle Typo Could Be A Stain On Her Career...
Hundreds Of Biglaw Attorneys Staffing Election Protection Hotline To Help Voters
These lawyers understand how important it is to protect voter access on Election Day. Thank you! The post Hundreds Of Biglaw Attorneys Staffing Election Protection Hotline To Help Voters appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of...
RNC Face Plants In Suit To Toss Out Georgia Ballots
Is it good when the judge says you failed in your duty of candor? The post RNC Face Plants In Suit To Toss Out Georgia Ballots appeared first on Above the Law.Is it good when the judge says you failed in your duty of candor? The post RNC Face Plants In Suit To Toss...
Lawyers, Take Note: Microsoft Offers Current Advice On Cybersecurity
These simple steps can be quickly implemented by lawyers at no or little additional cost. The post Lawyers, Take Note: Microsoft Offers Current Advice On Cybersecurity appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: This is the latest in the article series, Cybersecurity:...
Supreme Courts Of Delaware And Georgia Act To Regulate Use Of Generative AI In The Courts
Courts continue to make rules about the use of artificial intelligence within the practice of law. The post Supreme Courts Of Delaware And Georgia Act To Regulate Use Of Generative AI In The Courts appeared first on Above the Law.In a coincidence of timing that...
Nik Reed Named CEO Of Knowable, the Company He Joined After Cofounding Ravel Law, As Mark Harris Moves To Chairman
Nicholas (Nik) Reed has been named chief executive officer of contracts analytics and management company Knowable, after having been the company’s senior vice president, product and research development since 2019. Mark Harris, who had been Knowable’s CEO ever since...
Prosecutors: Tom Girardi’s Own Testimony Shows Mental Competence
"For example," prosecutors wrote on Tuesday, "defendant on multiple occasions during trial asked his counsel when it was his turn to testify and also told his counsel that it was his 'ass on the line.'" Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
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Latham & Watkins Adds Regulatory Partner to Strengthen West Coast Crypto Presence
"Most of our regulatory expertise at Latham sits in our East Coast offices," said Tad J. Freese, a Latham & Watkins California office managing partner. "Most of our regulatory expertise at Latham sits in our East Coast offices," said Tad J. Freese, a Latham...
Sullivan Cromwell Urges Top Court to Resist Making NY the ‘Shangri-La’ for Derivative Shareholder Suits
Litigators do differ in their opinions on the impact of a decision that would give New York courts the ability to handle shareholder suits against foreign corporations. Litigators do differ in their opinions on the impact of a decision that would give New York...
Judge Splits Couple’s Potential Recoupment of Punitive Damages Against eBay’s Harassment Campaign
A couple argued California law applied to the potential punitive damages against eBay, as all of the wrongful conduct stemmed from the company's headquarters in California. However, eBay argued Massachusetts law should apply, claiming allegations of surveillance,...
The Reason a GC Abruptly Departs May Not Be What You Think
"One of the biggest issues is when the new general counsel and the executive leadership team are not aligned in their approach and decision-making," said John Gilmore, co-founder of the search and consulting firm BarkerGilmore. Quitting. Credit: Pcess609/Adobe...
Mark Shirian: A Delicate Balance of Sensitivity and Toughness
Mark Shirian: A Delicate Balance of Sensitivity and Toughness By Susan Cushing “This work is not for the faint of heart – it’s challenging, volatile and harrowing. I love every minute of it and I cannot imagine doing anything else,” Mark Shirian says with a smile.Step...
Judge Approves $795K Settlement in Class Action Over Misclassification of Delivery Drivers
"We think this is a very favorable resolution of misclassification and deduction claims under the Massachusetts Wage Act, which provides significant relief to the 47 class members involved," Olena Savytska of Lichten & Liss-Riordan said of the $795,000 settlement...
The ‘Next Battleground’ in Chapter 11: Third Circuit Set to Weigh Opt-Out Releases
A subset of sexual abuse accusers whose compensation is a key part of the plan and a group of Boy Scout insurers—have spent years challenging third-party releases that were made part of a global settlement. In the months leading up to argument over the Boy...
Judge Orders Rudy Giuliani to Court Amid Allegations He’s Hiding Assets Under Receivership
Plaintiffs are unable to locate the "vast majority" of Giuliani's assets now under receivership, plaintiff's counsel says. A Manhattan federal judge has ordered former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani to report to court on Thursday following allegations he's...
6 Ways Microsoft Word Speech to Text AI Can Help You Write Faster and Better
Microsoft Word's editor, dictate and text prediction features are all based on AI. The post 6 Ways Microsoft Word Speech to Text AI Can Help You Write Faster and Better appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Tips from Affinity Legal’s...
Supreme Court Appears Hostile to Higher Burden for Employers in FLSA Cases
As they typically do on Election Day, the justices went about their business Tuesday by hearing oral arguments. As they typically do on Election Day, the justices went about their business Tuesday by hearing oral arguments.
End of an (Chevron) Era: DC Circuit Tackles Challenge to Fishing Monitor Rule, Again
Judges said the court could turn to the statute's legislative history and other avenues to uphold the regulation even with Chevron deference gone. Judges said the court could turn to the statute's legislative history and other avenues to uphold the regulation...
Paxton’s Suit Against Election Monitors Is Latest in Flurry of Voting Litigation
These actions were just the latest in a long series of legal maneuvers, mostly by Paxton, that opponents allege is voter intimidation or constraints on voting rights. On the eve of election day, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the U.S. Department of...
Reminder: Stop Gossiping About Your Coworkers’ Fertility
It's not a good look. The post Reminder: Stop Gossiping About Your Coworkers’ Fertility appeared first on Above the Law.As much as any other workplace, attorneys at law firms sometimes need to be reminded about the basics of polite interactions. Over at Ask A Manager,...
Musk’s Henchmen Testify There Was No Illegal Lottery, Just Good Old Fraud
Peanut the squirrel would be so disappointed. The post Musk’s Henchmen Testify There Was No Illegal Lottery, Just Good Old Fraud appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)On October 19, Elon Musk announced to a crowd in Harrisburg that he had a...
The Department Of Justice Is Going To Be Real Busy On Election Day
The DOJ's election day schedule is intense. The post The Department Of Justice Is Going To Be Real Busy On Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.(Image via Getty)Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!The Department of Justice...
Good Luck Trying To Get A Remote Biglaw Job — See Also
Want To Work Remotely? Well, you probably can't. Biglaw Gets Fuzzy On The Lessons From Dewey's Collapse: Lateral partner guarantees are back, baby! The Supreme Court Is Scary! But make it Halloween. The Latest In The GOP's Election Nonsense: From Georgia. Don't...
Election 2024: Nationwide Judicial Races and Ballot Measures to Watch
At least 33 states will elect judges on Tuesday, and several ballot measures affecting the courts focus on judicial retirement age and disciplinary procedures. At least 33 states will elect judges on Tuesday, and several ballot measures affecting the courts...
As Election Day Looms, What Trump And Harris Presidencies Will (And Won’t) Mean For Defense
While analysts told Breaking Defense a Trump administration would likely be a more unpredictable one, they also said that equally, if not more important, will be whichever party controls the houses of Congress where the defense budget is crafted. The post As Election...
Halloween House Of Horrors Channels Supreme Court
The true Courthouse of Horrors. The post Halloween House Of Horrors Channels Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.(Photographer: Samuel Corum/Bloomberg)As we put Halloween behind us and begin the thawing of Mariah Carey, we’re still sorting through the four...
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How Tech-Savvy GCs Can Overcome Governance And Productivity Challenges [Sponsored]
'The Modern CLO & Legal Ops Toolkit' provides a road map to excel in an evolving landscape. The post How Tech-Savvy GCs Can Overcome Governance And Productivity Challenges appeared first on Above the Law.Chief Legal Officers and professionals in Legal Operations...
Kamala Harris Keeps Voters Interested With Surprise Cameo Appearance On SNL
End the drama-la and vote for Kamala! The post Kamala Harris Keeps Voters Interested With Surprise Cameo Appearance On SNL appeared first on Above the Law.End the drama-la and vote for Kamala! The post Kamala Harris Keeps Voters Interested With Surprise Cameo...
How The Newest Supreme Court Justices Compare: A Look At Each Of Their Respective First Two Years On The Court
Overall, these justices reflect the ideological spectrum of the Supreme Court. The post How The Newest Supreme Court Justices Compare: A Look At Each Of Their Respective First Two Years On The Court appeared first on Above the Law.Overall, these justices reflect the...
Working Remotely As A Biglaw Associate Is Sadly A Thing Of The Past
Associates were very successful when they worked remotely during the pandemic, but in-person requirements are the newest normal. The post Working Remotely As A Biglaw Associate Is Sadly A Thing Of The Past appeared first on Above the Law.During the height of the...
An Elite Litigation Boutique Where Associates Gain Early Trial Experience And Learn By Doing
Holwell Shuster & Goldberg is committed to developing the finest associates by putting complete trust in them at the earliest opportunity, allowing them to grow exponentially as litigators. The post An Elite Litigation Boutique Where Associates Gain Early Trial...
Biglaw Lateral Partner Compensation Guarantees Are All The Rage Again
Dewey Know What's The (Old) New Hotness In Partner Compensation? The post Biglaw Lateral Partner Compensation Guarantees Are All The Rage Again appeared first on Above the Law.Dewey Know What's The (Old) New Hotness In Partner Compensation? The post Biglaw Lateral...
GOP Demands Judge Throw Out Legitimate Ballots In Georgia Because Of Poll Workers’ Error (There Was No Error)
They lost in state court. But what if you make the same argument in federal court while shouting EQUAL PROTECTION? The post GOP Demands Judge Throw Out Legitimate Ballots In Georgia Because Of Poll Workers’ Error (There Was No Error) appeared first on Above the...
Hey, Trump Supporters! Just Who Thinks You’re Deplorable?
How does Trump view your intellect as it relates to tomorrow's election? The post Hey, Trump Supporters! Just Who Thinks You’re Deplorable? appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)Hey, Trump supporters!Let’s apply common sense to some...
LawNext Podcast: The LegalTech Fund’s Zach Posner on Investing in Legal Tech (and His Upcoming Summit)
When Zach Posner was last on this podcast, it was 2021 and he was less than a year into having cofounded The LegalTech Fund, the first venture capital firm to be laser-focused on law and legal technology. Since then, his firm, of which he is managing director, has...
Big Law Litigating, Volunteering Before Election Day in Southeast
"In a free society, the [election] process is more important than the outcome," said Dentons partner Ed Lindsey, who sits on the board of the nonpartisan Election Officials Legal Defense Network. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Lawyers Warn: Little-Noticed Report Could Spell Bad News for Employers
For employers facing legal action over harassment based on a protected characteristic, a faulty investigation could make a bad situation even worse, said Frances Haas, an employment lawyer at Nyemaster Goode in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Hi there.The email you just...
‘No Evidence’?: Big Law Firms Defend Academic Publishers in EDNY Antitrust Case
Counsel for the defendants intend to pursue prediscovery dismissal of the complaint, arguing the plaintiff has no "direct evidence" of an antitrust conspiracy. U.S. Courthouse, Eastern District of New York in Brooklyn, New York. Photo: Ryland West/ALM News...
Settlement With Kleinbard in Diversity Contracting Tiff Allows Pa. Lawyer to Avoid Sanctions
Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute between her former firm Griesing Mazzeo Law and Kleinbard. Bucks County attorney Julie Negovan had faced possible sanctions for prolonging a contractual dispute...
$1.3 Billion Crypto IRA Startup Faces Claims of ‘Frat House’ Culture
"Beyond the allegations of office discussions about strip clubs and the use of cocaine at work, their general lack of oversight is startling," said Ann Olivarius, a partner at McAllister Olivarius not involved in the matter. "Beyond the allegations of office...
AI Gives Legal Departments New Leverage to Demand Speed, Efficiency From Law Firms
"Lawyers accustomed to week-long turnarounds for contract reviews may find their clients demanding same-day service to keep up with sales/growth teams," according to Aaron Boersma, author of "Keeping Pace: Law Firms in the Era of AI-Driven Business." "Lawyers...
‘I Thank You’: Attorney Leverages Daily Report Article to Turn $42K Offer Into $600K Settlement
"Allstate requested that my settlement remain confidential, but I rejected that request because I'm convinced stories like yours do more to hold companies like Allstate accountable than any settlement or verdict ever could," plaintiff counsel Richard Kopelman of told...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘If You Love What You Do and Put the Time and Effort Into It, You Will Excel,’ Says Lisa Saul of Forde & O’Meara
"If you find an area of work that you love, learn as much as you can about that area of law. Read, ask questions, watch and listen more than you talk. I am a firm believer that if you love what you do and put the time and effort into it, you will excel as a practice...
Policy Wonks’ Obsession: What Will Tuesday’s Election Mean for FTC Firebrand Khan?
"The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law professor. "The Senate needs to turn Republican, or she may be there for a long time," said Douglas Ross, a University of Washington law...
Arnold & Porter and Katten Hire FTC Attorneys
In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust. In the run up to Election Day, Big Law hiring in regulatory, enforcement and litigation practices stays robust.
10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required)
Jay Harrington | Building a successful legal practice isn’t nearly as complicated as most lawyers make it out to be. The post 10 Simple Principles for Building a Thriving Law Practice (No Superhero Cape Required) appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms...
Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And Violating His Rights As A Texas Consumer
Good luck getting Melania to move to Dallas. The post Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And Violating His Rights As A Texas Consumer appeared first on Above the Law.Good luck getting Melania to move to Dallas. The post Trump Sues CBS For Tortious Editing And...
Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His Efforts
He's very passionate about his high school. The post Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His Efforts appeared first on Above the Law.He's very passionate about his high school. The post Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance...
The Best Way To Scare A Lawyer, Using Only 4 Words
This is getting terrifying! Send us four words to scare a lawyer by SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, at 11:59 PM. The post The Best Way To Scare A Lawyer, Using Only 4 Words appeared first on Above the Law.This is getting terrifying! Send us four words to scare a lawyer by SUNDAY,...
Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance
Students should not consider attending law school merely because a law degree can lead to a stable income. The post Many Law School Applicants Should Consider Careers In Finance appeared first on Above the Law.Students should not consider attending law school merely...
‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor Unironically
Take a wild guess. The post ‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor Unironically appeared first on Above the Law.Take a wild guess. The post ‘Bezos Could Do For The Media What Musk Did For Free Speech,’ Says Law Professor...
What Could The Election Mean For Data Interoperability?
Most Americans don’t understand how an administration's view on healthcare data sharing interoperability could directly impact them, pointed out Arcadia CEO Michael Meucci. More requirements around data sharing could lead to better care continuity, improved outcomes...
Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election
Sometimes gambits work. The post Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election appeared first on Above the Law.Sometimes gambits work. The post Musk Gets Tossed Back To PA State Court In Lottery Case, Just In Time For Election...
Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And Election Day
Does your state have a law giving workers time off to vote? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And Election Day appeared first on Above the Law.Does your state have a law giving workers time off to vote? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Employment Law And...
This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning Formula
This firm is rising up the ranking. The post This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning Formula appeared first on Above the Law.This firm is rising up the ranking. The post This Biglaw Firm Combines Social Impact And Prestige For A Winning...
We’ve Moved Well Past Fighting Words — See Also
Fighting For Speech Is One Thing: But fighting during free speech is worth breaking up. Law Firm Hopes To Make Gold In Denver: Best of luck to Vinson & Elkins! Georgia's Longest Criminal Trial Is Over With: Jeffrey Williams takes probation after years of legal...
First Came the SEC, Now Investors Raise Allegations Against Acadia Healthcare
"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...
First Came the SEC, Now Investors Raise Allegations Against Acadia Healthcare
"It is particularly important that health care providers satisfy these requirements when providing services to a vulnerable patient population, such as residents of an inpatient behavioral health facility," Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton,...
‘Must Be Stopped’: New Nationwide Class Action Targets ‘Junk Fees’
"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said. "With our clients, we are taking a stand for...
‘Must Be Stopped’: New Nationwide Class Action Targets ‘Junk Fees’
"With our clients, we are taking a stand for families across the country and are committed to securing damages for affected families and injunctive relief to prevent further harm," plaintiffs lawyer Shana Khader said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward Dems
Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle. Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle.
Law Firms Funnel Millions to Congressional Races, Though Skew Toward Dems
Brownstein, Akin and K&L Gates' firm PACs have contributed nearly half a million dollars this election cycle. 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...
7th Circuit Orders Company to Pay Employees for Time Spent Traveling to Job Sites During ‘Normal Working Hours’
The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'" The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his...
7th Circuit Orders Company to Pay Employees for Time Spent Traveling to Job Sites During ‘Normal Working Hours’
The court determined that "an employee is entitled to compensation for overnight travel when it 'cuts across' his 'workday.'" 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...
‘Parting Shot’: SEC Issues Wells Notice to Immutable Ahead of US Election
"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post. "If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this...
‘Parting Shot’: SEC Issues Wells Notice to Immutable Ahead of US Election
"If the manner of providing clarity to the industry is by winning against this attempted regulation by enforcement, then Immutable is happy to do so," Immutable said in the blog post. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
State Appellate Court Orders New Trial After Judge Denies Rescheduling, Despite Counsel’s Health Emergency
On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...
State Appellate Court Orders New Trial After Judge Denies Rescheduling, Despite Counsel’s Health Emergency
On appeal from the Cook County Circuit Court, the manager of Onward restaurant in Chicago argued that trial judge Robert F. Harris wrongly denied his motion for continuance to push back a jury trial because his attorney was injured and required surgery just prior to...
Leveraging Partner Training To Recruit and Retain
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...
Leveraging Partner Training To Recruit and Retain
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Jen Patton, the chief talent officer for Foley & Lardner in Houston, and Leigh Riley, a Milwaukee partner and member of the firm's management committee, speak with ALM senior business of law reporter Brenda Sapino Jeffreys about...
Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office
Houston ain't cheap. The post Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office appeared first on Above the Law.Houston ain't cheap. The post Biglaw Firm Dropping $20 Million On Splashy New Office appeared first on Above the Law.
Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers
Boo! We love working with you. The post Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.Boo! We love working with you. The post Wishing A Happy Halloween To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.
Even The Lawyers Are Scared! — See Also
The Four Words You Can't Say To Counsel: What are the scariest four words you could hear? Time To Wow The Audience!: Send your submissions for our 15th annual Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest! Sir Elton Is One Thing, But Sir Alito?: Did you know Justice Alito...
Morning Docket: 11.01.24
* For you civil procedure fans: Florida resident sues Delaware corporation doing business in New York in..Northern District of Texas -- Amarillo to secure a 1-in-1 chance of scoring a judge loyal to the plaintiff. [Reuters] * After the Supreme Court blessed purging...
4th Circuit Shoots Down ‘Unite The Right’ Protester’s Attempt To Turn The Consequences Of His Own Actions Into A Constitutional Violation
From the better-be-doing-right-before-you-complain-about-your-rights dept The post 4th Circuit Shoots Down ‘Unite The Right’ Protester’s Attempt To Turn The Consequences Of His Own Actions Into A Constitutional Violation appeared first on Above the Law.From the...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
Vinson & Elkins Opens Its Doors In Denver, Hoping To Cash In On Corporate Clients
The Biglaw firm’s new location in the Mile High City will be its thirteenth office worldwide. The post Vinson & Elkins Opens Its Doors In Denver, Hoping To Cash In On Corporate Clients appeared first on Above the Law.The Biglaw firm’s new location in the Mile High...
The YSL RICO Trial Is Finally Done With!
It's a Halloween miracle! The post The YSL RICO Trial Is Finally Done With! appeared first on Above the Law.The longest criminal trial in Georgia’s history has finally come to a close. Jeffrey Williams, known to most as Young Thug, made a non-negotiated plea in his...
The 30 Largest Law Firms In Europe (2024)
Because size matters in the legal profession. Which are the largest law firms in the EU? You may be surprised by how many are U.S.-based. The post The 30 Largest Law Firms In Europe (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by EyesWideOpen/Getty Images)There are...
Conquering Conferences: Enjoying Small Victories
It's the small steps and the individual moments that create the most memorable experiences. The post Conquering Conferences: Enjoying Small Victories appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. note: This is the latest in a series providing a comprehensive guide to networking...
The Three Principles of Responsible AI Development, and Other Takeaways from the Everlaw Summit
At the Everlaw Summit in San Francisco last week, the annual customer conference of the e-discovery company Everlaw, founder and CEO AJ Shankar delivered a keynote address in which he announced the general availability of three generative AI features the company first...
Recorded Live At #ClioCon: A Deep Dive into the 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report, with Joshua Lenon, Clio’s Lawyer in Residence
At the recent Clio Cloud Conference in Austin, Texas, Clio released its ninth annual Legal Trends Report, a report that uses both survey responses and anonymized data from Clio users to paint a picture of key trends in law practice and legal technology. This year’s...
Attention Legal Tech Startups: Applications Now Open for the 9th Annual Startup Alley and Pitch Competition at ABA TECHSHOW 2025
Ever since Startup Alley first launched in 2017, the pitch competition has helped catapult the success of a long list of legal technology startups and become a seminal event of the American Bar Association’s annual TECHSHOW. I am thrilled to say that the competition...
Trademark Docketing Software Alt Legal Expands Into Paralegal Services with Acquisition of WeberMark
Alt Legal, a company that provides software for automated trademark docketing, is expanding into providing trademark paralegal services through the acquisition of WeberMark. Alt Legal will now offer paralegal services under the brand Alt Legal Assist, to supplement...
How It Works: Demo of CaseMark’s AI-Powered Legal Document Summary Generator
In this week’s episode of our video series How it Works, I received a demonstration of Casemark, a legal document summarizer intended to improve deposition summaries, trial summaries, and more. In the founders’ words: CaseMark has strived to build the “easy button”...
How I Made Public Office: ‘Embrace Action Over Excessive Planning,’ Says Jennifer Sellitti of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender
"The biggest piece of advice I would give to my younger self is to embrace action over excessive planning. As a natural planner, I have often found myself caught up in analyzing potential outcomes and scenarios, especially in the context of trial work. This hesitation...