The high-profile partner raid has left many in the German market mulling the future of Freshfields' pre-eminent private equity practice in the region.       The high-profile partner raid has left many in the German market mulling the future of Freshfields' pre-eminent...

Winston & Strawn and Taylor Wessing's merger discussions could "accelerate momentum" for even more such combinations, industry observers say.       Winston & Strawn and Taylor Wessing's merger discussions could "accelerate momentum" for even more such...

His sentencing is expected early next year following a mitigation hearing scheduled for mid-January.       His sentencing is expected early next year following a mitigation hearing scheduled for mid-January.       

Crypto and other digital assets work is fast rising in importance to corporate teams; but top lawyers at firms including Latham & Watkins and Hogan Lovells say that relationships are already being institutionalised, and that the drawbridge is closing to slow...

This is the firm's second office opening this year.       This is the firm's second office opening this year.       

"View your career as a long-term investment. Build and nurture your network early, both inside and outside the firm. Practice in a way that earns the trust of your colleagues. Be reliable, collaborative, and solutions oriented. And most importantly, take care of...

A Los Angeles Superior Court jury deliberated for one day before awarding $40 million, all compensatory damages, to two women.       A Los Angeles Superior Court jury deliberated for one day before awarding $40 million, all compensatory damages, to two...

The JPML's order, issued Friday, consolidates 31 actions against Roblox pending in 12 districts in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.       The JPML's order, issued Friday, consolidates 31 actions against Roblox pending in 12 districts in...

The executive order, titled “Protecting American Investors from Foreign-Owned and Politically-Motivated Proxy Advisors, was issued on Thursday, continuing a line of action against proxy advisers. However, this order includes a novel securities theory that, if...

The National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States alleges President Donald Trump's White House ballroom construction project violates the Administrative Procedure Act and the National Environmental Policy Act.       The National Trust for Historic...

The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation picked U.S. Senior District Judge John Bates to oversee class actions alleging racketeering and antitrust claims against claims administrators Epiq Systems, Angeion Group and JND Legal Administration, plus several...

The deregulation trend is comparable to the period prior to the worst market collapse in American history in 1929, Crenshaw warned.       The deregulation trend is comparable to the period prior to the worst market collapse in American history in 1929, Crenshaw...

The 15-year prison sentence places Do Heong Kwon among a growing list of high-profile figures in the cryptocurrency industry who have received significant prison terms since 2024 for fraud and money-laundering schemes.       The 15-year prison sentence places Do Heong...

The court's decision is a case of first impression and marks the first time an Illinois appellate court has addressed whether a certificate of good conduct can shield a witness from impeachment.       The court's decision is a case of first impression and marks the...

Following budget cuts at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School, the Wisconsin State Public Defenders office is partnering with the school to help run the school's Public Defender Project.       Following budget cuts at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Law...

About 82% of surveyed large firm leaders said they planned to increase their equity ranks over the next two years, compared with 73% saying the same in last year's report.       About 82% of surveyed large firm leaders said they planned to increase their equity ranks...

“It's not at all surprising that you remove the headwinds and you're going to get more boats sailing along, said Stephen Calkins, a former Federal Trade Commission general counsel who's now a Wayne State law professor.       “It's not at all surprising that you remove...

The New Benchmark for Legal AI       The New Benchmark for Legal AI       

Partners will vote next summer on creating a financially integrated firm, with many onlookers saying the cultures will align well, but others sound a note of caution about market combinations.       Partners will vote next summer on creating a financially integrated...

A new wrongful death lawsuit filed in California state court claims that both OpenAI and Microsoft are liable for a man's decision to kill his 83-year-old mother, and then himself, after interacting with OpenAI's flagship artificial intelligence chatbot...

“[T]here will be questions from reasonable and unbiased observers as to whether Judge Bove's attendance imperils his impartiality when assigned cases in which Trump is on either side of the v,' the complaint reads.      Related Stories5th Circuit Judge Ho, Once Again,...

Wilmer, Covington, Morgan Lewis, Latham, Holland & Knight, Hogan Lovells and Jenner were among the top employers of government laterals in the D.C. region this year.       Wilmer, Covington, Morgan Lewis, Latham, Holland & Knight, Hogan Lovells and Jenner were...

In this week's Legal Speak episode, Texas Lawyer litigation reporter Laura Lorek explores Venable partner Derek Smith's passion for high-energy concert photography.       In this week's Legal Speak episode, Texas Lawyer litigation reporter Laura Lorek explores Venable...

"My advice would be to make time to deeply understand the law in your field so that you can do all of the things that a practice group leader needs to do from helping shape the litigation positions in your group's cases, to writing articles and policy papers, to...

A Los Angeles Superior Court jury is expected to begin deliberations Friday in a closely watched trial that involves two women alleging their long-term use of Johnson & Johnson's baby powder caused their ovarian cancer.       A Los Angeles Superior Court jury is...

“This matter demonstrates a significant deficiency within traditional legal practice: A law firm that undertakes custody or oversight of digital assets must possess a competent understanding of crypto-wallet architecture, seed-phrase security and decentralized custody...

The Commission on Judicial Performance concluded former San Bernardino County Superior Court Commissioner Robert Driessen committed eight counts of misconduct during his three-year tenure.       The Commission on Judicial Performance concluded former San Bernardino...

U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer said that the proposed 12-year sentence had been part of a plea deal containing terms that Engelmayer had “rarely seen on his time on the bench. “I simply do not find a 12-year sentence here reasonable, Engelmayer said.       U.S....

The grand jury's decision marked the second refusal of new charges in seven days. "This unprecedented rejection makes even clearer that this case should never have seen the light of day," Abbe Lowell of Lowell & Associates said after a federal grand jury in...

While much of Big Law has opted to issue special bonuses on top of year-end bonuses, a number of firms have yet to do so, risking losing associates in the process.       While much of Big Law has opted to issue special bonuses on top of year-end bonuses, a number of...

Attorneys who represent policyholders are concerned the Second Circuit's decision that two insurers did not have to defend or indemnify a firearms retailer could narrow the duty to defend and harm insureds.       Attorneys who represent policyholders are concerned the...

Disney has announced a three-year, $1 billion partnership with OpenAI, becoming the first major Hollywood studio to formally integrate its intellectual property with a leading generative AI platform. The agreement will bring Disney characters to OpenAI's Sora video...

“I have not seen any other platform bring these claims," intellectual property defense attorney Casey Hewitt of Hewitt told Law.com.       “I have not seen any other platform bring these claims," intellectual property defense attorney Casey Hewitt of Hewitt told...

In support of the allegations, the complaint cites Starbucks' numerical targets for race-based hiring and compensation. It claims discrimination extends beyond hiring, alleging Starbucks alters promotions and pay increases based on race or other immutable...

As directors push for technology transformation, a new survey reveals a striking confidence gap in risk oversight—especially around emerging tech.       As directors push for technology transformation, a new survey reveals a striking confidence gap in risk...

The three-year J.D./MBA is a full-time, on-campus program, and begins during the fall semester, with coursework taken simultaneously across law and business schools.       The three-year J.D./MBA is a full-time, on-campus program, and begins during the fall semester,...

The varying penalties prompt a question: Will one of these approaches convince lawyers to be more careful when using AI?       The varying penalties prompt a question: Will one of these approaches convince lawyers to be more careful when using AI?       

As federal involvement recedes, the private sector and California regulators may fill the gap, introducing uncertainty about how scope 3 emissions will be quantified going forward.       As federal involvement recedes, the private sector and California regulators may...

NYU Law professor Stephen Gillers said a recent statement by the U.S. Deputy Attorney General that the DOJ is "at war" with judges is part of an ongoing effort to weaken checks on executive power.       NYU Law professor Stephen Gillers said a recent statement by the...

We're honoring law firms of all sizes in Pennsylvania and Delaware for the 2026 contest.       We're honoring law firms of all sizes in Pennsylvania and Delaware for the 2026 contest.       

“The Founders designed our government to be a system of checks and balances, U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer wrote. “Defendants, however, make clear that the only check they want is a blank one.       “The Founders designed our government to be a system of checks...

"The Justice Department should not be criticizing the judges so vigorously," a University of Richmond School of Law professor said after U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema of the Eastern District of Virginia became the latest jurist in the district to question why...

Former special counsel Jack Smith will work with Tim Heaphy, a Willkie partner who served as chief investigative counsel for the House Select Committee on the Jan. 6 attack.       Former special counsel Jack Smith will work with Tim Heaphy, a Willkie partner who...

U.S. District Judge Richard Berman issued his decision to unseal the grand jury materials in accordance with the recently-enacted Epstein Files Transparency Act.       U.S. District Judge Richard Berman issued his decision to unseal the grand jury materials in...

“A portfolio of subsidiaries is something that we believe is our sweet spot, said Christian Athanasoulas, KPMG's tax practice leader.       “A portfolio of subsidiaries is something that we believe is our sweet spot, said Christian Athanasoulas, KPMG's tax practice...

As we continue our annual tradition of identifying 10 key business and human rights issues for the next year, our predictive powers are amply tested by the current geopolitical climate. But we draw strength from Human Rights Day and offer our top 10 business and human...

"I would tell my younger self to be patient and keep preparing for your opportunity. I wanted the success to come overnight, and when it didn't, I felt frustrated. Looking back on it now, I can see all the dots that were connecting. When my opportunities came, I was...