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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

"Who better than a former deputy mayor who litigates to know when the city screws up and how to do something about it? So I fully expect to be back in the courtroom for challenges to government action," Mastro said in an interview.       "Who better than a former...

Habba said in her certification that "[i]f the court of appeals en banc or the Supreme Court reverses the decisions of the Giraud panel and Chief Judge Brann, I intend to return to my prior position leading the USAO-NJ."       Habba said in her certification that...

"No longer would the $250,000 per-person limit be a barrier to recovery. It is, after all, per person, allowing each spouse to recover for their own damages subject to payments by the tortfeasor's insurer and the $500,000 per-occurrence limit. It would not matter that...

Armando Albarrán, who worked at Freshfields for nearly 30 years and is considered a top dealmaker, joins Gibson Dunn as the firm continues to expand in the U.K. and continental Europe.       Armando Albarrán, who worked at Freshfields for nearly 30 years and is...

"The repeated and consistent nature of Malloy's sworn falsehoods and misrepresentations during discovery threatened the integrity of this litigation particularly and the judicial process generally," the judge said.       "The repeated and consistent nature of Malloy's...

The National Law Journal and Law.com's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms that have performed exemplary and cutting-edge work on behalf of plaintiffs.       The National Law Journal and Law.com's Elite Trial Lawyers recognizes U.S. based law firms...

One of Beveridge & Diamond's cofounders, Albert Beveridge, passed away earlier this month at the age of 90.       One of Beveridge & Diamond's cofounders, Albert Beveridge, passed away earlier this month at the age of 90.       

As crypto rules take shape, uncertainty isn't disappearing—it's transforming, with private lawsuits and new liability theories redefining some of the industry's next legal battles.       As crypto rules take shape, uncertainty isn't disappearing—it's transforming,...

According to Arkansas State Rep. Nicole Clowney, the decision was driven by political differences that surfaced after Emily Suski was appointed dean, which prompted "multiple state elected officials to threaten to substantially reduce funding in the upcoming fiscal...

Nearly 150 managing partners from across the country took the time to answer questions about how the past year went, giving us deep insights into a range of hot topics such as merger interest, the likelihood of layoffs in the coming year and whether AI can help boost...

The court applied an adverse inference against the company for failing to call two witnesses, and interpreted the parties' collective bargaining agreement (CBA) by inserting an intent requirement that was not explicitly included in the agreement. While the affirmance...

The Wall Street firm believes the changes will foster growth and retention.       The Wall Street firm believes the changes will foster growth and retention.       

Leaders at Slaughter and May, Macfarlanes, Travers Smith and other firms discuss the surge in Big Law mergers, and what the consolidation trend means for their sleek businesses.       Leaders at Slaughter and May, Macfarlanes, Travers Smith and other firms discuss the...

The focus on earlier diligence—sometimes just after the first meeting with a candidate—reflects the escalating risks and stakes in partner recruiting.       The focus on earlier diligence—sometimes just after the first meeting with a candidate—reflects the escalating...

“We find ourselves in a paradox. Organizations are more globally connected than ever, yet operating in an increasingly fragmented and unpredictable geopolitical environment that is fundamentally altering risk calculations, said Sunny Mann, global chair of Baker...

Emory Law School banned Milano Wayne, a 1L, from campus due to social media posts from late December regarding a woman who made "false allegations" against him, which the school has purportedly been investigating for a few months.       Emory Law School banned Milano...

The suit, brought by structural steel fabricator Cives Corp., seeks to recover over $14 million for its allegedly unpaid work on Boston's Fenway Center project.       The suit, brought by structural steel fabricator Cives Corp., seeks to recover over $14 million for...

Firms such as Brownstein, Akin, Dentons, Bracewell, Miller & Chevalier and Ballard Partners have all represented some of the same oil and gas companies that met with Trump late last week, according to Lobbying Disclosure Act filings from 2025.       Firms such as...

“Political instability and economic pressures have driven significant divergence in employment regulation, and understanding these shifts is essential for effective workforce planning," said Mike DeLarco, global head of labor and employment practice at Hogan...