The firm, which has made significant investments into its U.S. arm in recent years, was one of 20 firms named in a Trump-directed letter that expressed "concern" over practices that "may entail unlawful disparate treatment" based on "sex, race or other protected...

LULAC filed suit against what it says is presidential overreach.       LULAC filed suit against what it says is presidential overreach.       

This communication, obtained by Law.com, was transmitted from Willkie's executive committee Tuesday afternoon shortly after the firm's deal with the Trump administration.       The below communication, obtained by law.com, was transmitted from Willkie Farr &...

Willkie, where former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff practices, had been bracing for a potential executive order issued by the White House, sources say, and had “started to make preparations and take necessary steps.       Willkie, where former Second Gentleman Doug...

President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans have attacked the judicial branch for blocking many of the president's executive actions; Democrats contend there have been so many injunctions because Trump's orders represent unprecedented and unconstitutional power...

The firm is the latest in a spate of law firms to overhaul its stance on DEI following actions taken by the Trump administration.       The firm is the latest in a spate of law firms to overhaul its stance on DEI following actions taken by the Trump...

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez, on Monday, said there were 'significant voting and solicitation irregularities' in about half of the votes for Johnson & Johnson's $10 billion plan.       U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez, on Monday, said there were...

Richard Stearns said a nationwide order from U.S. District Judge Edward Chen of Northern California also protects the plaintiffs in Massachusetts and a separate opinion from Stearns, a Boston federal judge, would only complicate matters.       Richard Stearns said a...

"Instead of enforcing the law, the district court's preliminary injunction impermissibly micromanages the Executive's lawful discretion in a way entirely foreign to our constitutional system," U.S. Department of Justice attorneys wrote in an appeal after a federal...

"The court has no reason to believe that, if given the chance to sue again, plaintiff would be honest about the scripts' origins. Nor should defendants be burdened by a second round of litigation," U.S. District Judge Georgia N. Alexakis said in dismissing an...

Brandon Pace will serve as chief legal officer of PayZen, which uses AI to break down patients' health care bills into monthly payments they can afford.       Brandon Pace will serve as chief legal officer of PayZen, which uses AI to break down patients' health care...

Signatories are asking the law school to 'raise its voice in support of these principles and in denouncing' recent presidential actions targeting law firms.       Signatories are asking the law school to 'raise its voice in support of these principles and in...

Signatories are asking the law school to 'raise its voice ... in denouncing' recent presidential actions targeting law firms.       Signatories are asking the law school to 'raise its voice ... in denouncing' recent presidential actions targeting law...

U.S. Judge Frederic Block issued a temporary restraining order against New York's transition of CDPAP, a Medicaid program that enables disabled and elderly people to hire home health aides, to a single fidicuary intermediary.       U.S. Judge Frederic Block issued a...

U.S. Judge Frederic Block issued a temporary restraining order against New York's transition of CDPAP, a Medicaid program that enables disabled and elderly people to hire home health aides, to a single fidicuary intermediary.       U.S. Judge Frederic Block issued a...

The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to uphold a law Congress passed in 2019 to subject the Palestine Liberation Organization or the Palestinian Authority to terrorism liability in American courts.       The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to uphold a law Congress...

The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to uphold a law Congress passed in 2019 to subject the Palestine Liberation Organization or the Palestinian Authority to terrorism liability in American courts.       The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to uphold a law Congress...

In its fifth year since a blockbuster merger, the firm increased gross revenue by 7.1%, while profits per partner grew by 12.7% to reach $1.27 million.       In its fifth year since a blockbuster merger, the firm increased gross revenue by 7.1%, while profits per...

The New York law firm has “started to make preparations and take necessary steps, said one of the sources, declining to elaborate on those steps.       The New York law firm has “started to make preparations and take necessary steps, said one of the sources, declining...

This action was surfaced by Law.com Radar, which delivers real-time alerting on new litigation across more than 2,600 state and federal courts. Click here to get started and be first to act on opportunities in your region, practice area or client sector.       This...

"Maybe the costs of giving notice and obtaining a release would significantly impact prices, routes, or services. Or maybe not," U.S. District Judge Edmond Chang wrote, denying a request to dismiss a biometric privacy suit against a trucking company.       A federal...

In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith interview Monette Smith, the Director of Technology & Consulting Services at Alston & Bird, live from the Legalweek 2025 Conference in New York.       In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts...

In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith interview Christopher Wall, the Data Protection Officer at HaystackID, live from the Legalweek 2025 Conference in New York.       In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick...

There is a lack of understanding that like all technology, cybersecurity threats are ever evolving. A robust software can manage many threats, but strong data security means team training, and additional safeguards like encryption and two-factor...

There is a lack of understanding that like all technology, cybersecurity threats are ever evolving. A robust software can manage many threats, but strong data security means team training, and additional safeguards like encryption and two-factor...

The suit, brought by a former partner at the firm, alleges partners created a 'toxic boys club locker room' environment and targeted her and other female colleagues for harassment.       The suit, brought by a former partner at the firm, alleges partners created a...

The suit, brought by a former partner at the firm, alleges partners created a 'toxic boys club locker room' environment and targeted her and other female colleagues for harassment.       The suit, brought by a former partner at the firm, alleges partners created a...

“It's sort of wildly improbable that all the decisions would come out on the same day, said Jeff Hammel, who co-leads Latham & Watkins' New York Litigation & Trial Department.       “It's sort of wildly improbable that all the decisions would come out on the...

“It's sort of wildly improbable that all the decisions would come out on the same day, said Jeff Hammel, who co-leads Latham & Watkins' New York Litigation & Trial Department.       “It's sort of wildly improbable that all the decisions would come out on the...

Clean devices and keeping client information in the cloud are the best ways for lawyers to avoid delays and trouble when crossing the border.       Clean devices and keeping client information in the cloud are the best ways for lawyers to avoid delays and trouble when...

Clean devices and keeping client information in the cloud are the best ways for lawyers to avoid delays and trouble when crossing the border.       Clean devices and keeping client information in the cloud are the best ways for lawyers to avoid delays and trouble when...

As of Sunday, only a handful of Am Law 100 firms have signed onto the amicus brief, sources say       As of Sunday, only a handful of Am Law 100 firms have signed onto the amicus brief, sources say       

As of Sunday, only a handful of Am Law 100 firms have signed onto the amicus brief, sources say       As of Sunday, only a handful of Am Law 100 firms have signed onto the amicus brief, sources say       

“We want to see a much higher number of people that feel confident in reporting and also in using the procedures, the EDR [employment dispute resolution] procedures specifically," said U.S. District Judge Julie Robinson of Kansas.       “We want to see a much higher...

“We want to see a much higher number of people that feel confident in reporting and also in using the procedures, the EDR [employment dispute resolution] procedures specifically," said U.S. District Judge Julie Robinson of Kansas.       “We want to see a much higher...

In a recent law.com podcast, solo practitioner CJ Grisham talks about how his AI investment has delivered him a 60% time savings and a 50-to-1 return on investment.       In a recent law.com podcast, solo practitioner CJ Grisham talks about how his AI investment has...

In a recent law.com podcast, solo practitioner CJ Grisham talks about how his AI investment has delivered him a 60% time savings and a 50-to-1 return on investment.       In a recent law.com podcast, solo practitioner CJ Grisham talks about how his AI investment has...

Two proposed laws aim to curb nuclear verdicts, and narrow trucking-company liability. It's part of a movement to reduce so-called nuclear verdicts, or those over $10 million. A new study claims Texans are paying more for goods and services because of these...

Two proposed laws aim to curb nuclear verdicts, and narrow trucking-company liability. It's part of a movement to reduce so-called nuclear verdicts, or those over $10 million. A new study claims Texans are paying more for goods and services because of these...

“The reporter believes the story is accurate in all respects and under New York Times v. Sullivan, truth is a complete defense to a defamation action, said David Winker, who represents the Political Cortadito and its reporter, Elaine M. De Valle.       “The reporter...

“The reporter believes the story is accurate in all respects and under New York Times v. Sullivan, truth is a complete defense to a defamation action, said David Winker, who represents the Political Cortadito and its reporter, Elaine M. De Valle.       “The reporter...

Dicamba-based herbicides allegedly resulted in the destruction of plant habitat for the honeybees and, in turn, caused the bees to produce less honey, according to the court's ruling.       Dicamba-based herbicides allegedly resulted in the destruction of plant...

Dicamba-based herbicides allegedly resulted in the destruction of plant habitat for the honeybees and, in turn, caused the bees to produce less honey, according to the court's ruling.       A federal judge in Missouri is allowing a beekeeper's claims to move forward...

The specialty-vehicle maker in 2024 gave Joshua Sherbin a $1.6 million retention bonus and awarded him $3.2 million in stock, a five-fold increase from his award a year earlier.       The specialty-vehicle maker in 2024 gave Joshua Sherbin a $1.6 million retention...

The specialty-vehicle maker in 2024 gave Joshua Sherbin a $1.6 million retention bonus and awarded him $3.2 million in stock, a five-fold increase from his award a year earlier.       The specialty-vehicle maker in 2024 gave Joshua Sherbin a $1.6 million retention...

Clayton's clients at S&C have included Barclays Bank, Goldman Sachs Group, Coinbase, Brevan Howard Asset Management and Millennium Management.       Jay Clayton, the Sullivan & Cromwell lawyer President Donald Trump has picked to serve as Manhattan’s top...

Closure is necessary because New York City Mayor Eric Adams' petitions to appear on the June primary ballot are due this week, the Quinn Emanuel partner argued.       Closure is necessary because New York City Mayor Eric Adams' petitions to appear on the June primary...

"An effective practice group leader will ensure that their practice has a solid reputation as a leader in the legal community. To accomplish that, an effective leader should always strive to practice at the highest level; nothing helps build business like a successful...

After about a year of regularly turning out verdicts, the Roundup mass tort in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas hit the end of its scheduled trial lineup with no new dates on the horizon. But elsewhere, litigation over Monsanto's weedkiller has been far from...

In this Legal Speak 400th episode special, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith interview ALM executives and Legalweek Leaders in Legal Tech honorees live from the Legalweek 2025 Conference.       In this Legal Speak 400th episode special, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield...

"You have to come into the room with a very clear understanding of what you hope the outcome to be. But also, ask yourself: If I don't get my best outcome, what's my fallback?" said Bridget Smith, general counsel of The New York Public Library.       "You have to come...

In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith interview Joshua Upin, a partner at Royer Cooper Cohen & Braunfeld, live from the Legalweek 2025 Conference in New York.       In this Legal Speak episode, co-hosts Cedra Mayfield and Patrick...

Attorneys have expressed mixed feelings about the U.S. attorney appointment of one of President Donald Trump's lawyers.       White-collar attorneys in New Jersey were initially apprehensive about the decision to appoint Alina Habba, President Donald Trump's often...

The profession is viewing each law firm deal with Trump as having just as much impact on the industry as the firm itself.       The profession is viewing each law firm deal with Trump as having just as much impact on the industry as the firm itself.       

Eighth Circuit split with the Third and the Eleventh Circuits, which previously held that the Natural Gas Act (NGA) leaves a gap to fill when it comes to the substantive determination of just compensation and applied state law (which may allow for attorney fees) to...

Jenner & Block and Wilmer, Cutler, Pickering, Hale and Dorr obtained temporary relief late Friday, barring portions of executive orders issued against the law firms this week.       Jenner & Block and Wilmer, Cutler, Pickering, Hale and Dorr obtained temporary...

Jenner & Block and Wilmer, Cutler, Pickering, Hale and Dorr obtained temporary relief late Friday, barring portions of executive orders issued against the law firms this week.       Jenner & Block and Wilmer, Cutler, Pickering, Hale and Dorr obtained temporary...

"We are confident that the law is on our side," co-counsel for fired FTC Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya said of their lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's firing decision as unlawful.       "We are confident that the law is on our...

"We are confident that the law is on our side," co-counsel for fired FTC Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya said of their lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's firing decision as unlawful.       "We are confident that the law is on our...

Beginning May 1, court documents for the Supreme Court of Illinois and the state's five appellate courts will be free and remotely accessible for reviewing, the high court announced Thursday.       Beginning May 1, court documents for the Supreme Court of Illinois and...

Beginning May 1, court documents for the Supreme Court of Illinois and the state's five appellate courts will be free and remotely accessible for reviewing, the high court announced Thursday.       Beginning May 1, court documents for the Supreme Court of Illinois and...

“A cell phone is the repository of one's entire life, and for the government to crack open and start looking through a cell phone is an enormous intrusion, said Assistant Federal Defender Colleen Cassidy.       “A cell phone is the repository of one's entire life, and...

“A cell phone is the repository of one's entire life, and for the government to crack open and start looking through a cell phone is an enormous intrusion, said Assistant Federal Defender Colleen Cassidy.       “A cell phone is the repository of one's entire life, and...

Acting U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Mark Uyeda said in a statement that the SEC's withdrawal ended "the Commission's involvement in the defense of the costly and unnecessarily intrusive climate change disclosure rules.”       Acting U.S. Securities...