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Clifford Chance Splashes $20M on New Houston Office
The move underlines the importance of Houston to firms eager to crack the U.S. 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 send their...
Becoming the Best Version of Yourself Doesn’t Mean Being Perfect
Gray Robinson | There are many ways to self-motivate, but beating yourself up is not sustainable. The post Becoming the Best Version of Yourself Doesn’t Mean Being Perfect appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Banish the demons of...
Hearing on Krasner’s Lawsuit Against Musk Hits Road Block With Last-Minute Jurisdictional Dispute
"On Mischief Night last night, Mr. Musk and America PAC filed a removal petition to try and divest this court of jurisdiction," Hangley Aronchick shareholder John Summers said at the Thursday hearing. "Your Honor," he continued, "that was both cowardly as well as...
Judge Sinks Goodwin’s Request for New Trial After Jury Sides With Boston Police in Wrongful-Death Suit
"Because the jury found that the officers did not violate Stilphen's constitutional rights, the court will dismiss the Monell claim. Here, because the jury determined that the officers did not violate Stilphen's constitutional rights, the § 1983 claim against the city...
Decongestant MDL on Death’s Door After Judge Strikes Key Claims
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan in New York dismissed key consumer claims in the multidistrict litigation against drugmakers of decongestants including Sudafed PE and NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Georgia Big Law Lawyers Overwhelmingly Backing Harris With Dollars in Final Days
More than 100 Georgia-based lawyers from Am Law 100 and Second Hundred firms have contributed to the Harris campaign since Aug. 1. 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...
Personal Branding – For You, Lawyers
Business lawyers – your clients’ products are known by their brands. We’ve written many times about the tools you can use as a company’s attorney to help your clients build value by insightful trademark selection, appropriate trademark use, and successful trademark...
Personal Branding – For You, Lawyers
Business lawyers – your clients’ products are known by their brands. We’ve written many times about the tools you can use as a company’s attorney to help your clients build value by insightful trademark selection, appropriate trademark use, and successful trademark...
Michael J. Fischetti: Getting it Done Right
Attorney at Law Magazine sat down with personal injury attorney Michael J. Fischetti, the founding and managing partner at The Fischetti Law Group. When we last spoke with Fischetti, he was two years into his solo practice. Today, he has led his firm for almost a...
Sasso Guerrero Henderlite: Building The Family Law Firm
Sasso Guerrero Henderlite: Building The Family Law Firm By Dan Baldwin Jacksonville’s newest family law firm, Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, is also its most credentialed. Molly Sasso, Christie Guerrero and Jay Henderlite are all board certified in marital and...
NY Lateral Partner Moves Spike, Especially in PE and Funds Practices
"Prudent firms are strategically hiring to set themselves up for the future, while not over-hiring like they did a few years ago," noted Tad Gruman, a New York-based managing director and recruiter at Macrae. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Google Fails to Secure Long-Term Stay of Order Requiring It to Open App Store to Rivals
Judge James Donato said halting enforcement of his order until the 9th Circuit rules on Google's appeal would not be in the public interest. "A much better argument could be made that the public's interest is best served by opening up the market to competition," he...
‘Horror of Horrors’: Florida Judges Spar Over En Banc Review in Binance Ruling
"[T]here is no authority for this court's en-banc procedure to serve as a vehicle for some members to impose their judicial philosophy on other members who do not buy into it," First District Court of Appeal Judge Adam Tanenbaum wrote in his concurring...
Phila. Attorney Hit With Ogletree Deakins’ $32K Bill for Failing to Comply With Court Orders
"From the get-go, the plaintiff's attorney, Seth Carson, has treated as optional the court's orders, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, his opponent's requests and his own professional obligations. And he has declined to exercise the option," U.S. District Judge...
Campbell Soup Employees Claim Company Penalizes Smokers
"The plan creates an unfair and discriminatory process by only allowing participants who complete the Quit for Life program to have the surcharge refunded on a prospective basis," the suit claims. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Morning Docket: 10.18.24
* The rate increases will continue until morale improves. [American Lawyer] * Indian foreign intelligence official charged with attempting to assassinate New York attorney. See... this is why you have to be careful about rate increases. [Law360] * Just when you...
Trump’s Likely FCC Boss, Brendan Carr, Tries To Undermine Popular Infrastructure Bill Broadband Improvements
States are poised to receive $42.5 billion in broadband grants thanks to the 2021 infrastructure bill. While a lot of this money will be going to the usual entrenched monopoly incumbents, a lot of it is also going to a growing list of popular cooperatives,...
Newly Merged Biglaw Megafirm Moves To All-Equity Partnership Model, Adopts New Partner Pay System
While many firms are introducing non-equity partnerships, this firm is going all in for all-equity. The post Newly Merged Biglaw Megafirm Moves To All-Equity Partnership Model, Adopts New Partner Pay System appeared first on Above the Law.While many firms are...
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The Questions To Make Digital Vaults Your Competitive Advantage [Sponsored]
A law firm success checklist from our friends at Thomson Reuters. The post The Questions To Make Digital Vaults Your Competitive Advantage appeared first on Above the Law.A law firm success checklist from our friends at Thomson Reuters. The post The Questions To Make...
Elon Musk Changes X Terms To Push All Disputes Toward Tesla-Investor Federal Judge
When you clicked 'accept' you agreed to a new courthouse. The post Elon Musk Changes X Terms To Push All Disputes Toward Tesla-Investor Federal Judge appeared first on Above the Law.When you clicked 'accept' you agreed to a new courthouse. The post Elon Musk Changes X...
You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner Romantic Scandal
'Talked to Jones. He’s got us.' The post You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner Romantic Scandal appeared first on Above the Law.'Talked to Jones. He’s got us.' The post You Have To Read The Texts Uncovered In The Judge/ Biglaw Partner...
Top 5 Biglaw Firm Closes An Office, Conducts Layoffs Across China
U.S.-based firms are still hightailing it out of China. The post Top 5 Biglaw Firm Closes An Office, Conducts Layoffs Across China appeared first on Above the Law.Biglaw firms are continuing to leave China, closing offices there left and right — and this firm is not...
Stat(s) Of The Week: That’s What I Want
The factors that prompt Biglaw lawyers to make a lateral move. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: That’s What I Want appeared first on Above the Law.Money is the main motivator for Biglaw lawyers deciding whether to remain where they are or to change firms, according to a...
GOP AGs Argue States Have Compelling Interest In Getting Teen Girls Pregnant!
Abortion pill case continues and the GOP can't stop shooting itself in the foot. The post GOP AGs Argue States Have Compelling Interest In Getting Teen Girls Pregnant! appeared first on Above the Law.Don’t be upset, honey. You’re doing it for increased representation...
Orrick Secures Summary Judgment for RingCentral in Privacy Class Action
San Mateo Superior Court Judge Jeffrey R. Finigan issued the ruling, which concluded that the same exemptions accorded to telephone companies under California's wiretapping statutes applied to RingCentral and other VoIP providers. Hi there.The email you just...
Rising Varied Investment Products, Regulatory Activity Drive Demand in Investment Funds
In recent weeks, Davis Polk, Akin, Weil, Stradley Ronon and others have landed lateral partners, signaling the heightened competition for talent. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Ways to Say Thank You and Follow Up With Extraordinary Style
How do you say thank you after a job interview or follow up after a promising client meeting? How do you express appreciation for a mentor’s advice, or thank someone for a solid referral? Gratitude is the coin of the realm when it comes to taking that extra step to...
How I Made Partner: ‘Build Meaningful Relationships With as Many People as Possible,’ Says Joseph Falk of Foley Mansfield
"Take pride in your work product, communicate reliably, and build meaningful relationships with as many people as possible." 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...
Rates Will Go Up (Again), But Here’s Why Profitability Might Not Be Maximized
There are three major pricing errors, and many partners "don't grasp the balance between costs, pricing and profits," one expert says. 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...
Paul Weiss Hits Kirkland Funds Practice For Fifth Time This Year
The London partner is joining just one week after her fellow financial regulatory partner in the funds group swapped out Kirkland for Paul Weiss. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
Navigating A Legal Career In Crypto: Insights From Justin Wales
With years of experience both at a law firm and in-house, Justin shares some invaluable lessons on how to thrive as a lawyer in the crypto world. The post Navigating A Legal Career In Crypto: Insights From Justin Wales appeared first on Above the Law.With years of...
After All Else Fails, Trump Lawyers Try Acting Normal In Attempt To Fend Off Embarrassing Pre-Election Disclosures
That will fail, too. But it's a nice change! The post After All Else Fails, Trump Lawyers Try Acting Normal In Attempt To Fend Off Embarrassing Pre-Election Disclosures appeared first on Above the Law.That will fail, too. But it's a nice change! The post After All...
How It Works: Briefpoint’s AI Solution for Propounding and Responding to Discovery Requests in Litigation
Another episode of the video series How It Works. The post How It Works: Briefpoint’s AI Solution for Propounding and Responding to Discovery Requests in Litigation appeared first on Above the Law.In the latest episode of our video series How It Works, we bring you a...
Former Biglaw Partner Is Back On Her Election Denying Bullsh*t
You don't need evidence when you're just trying to sow distrust in the process. The post Former Biglaw Partner Is Back On Her Election Denying Bullsh*t appeared first on Above the Law.You don't need evidence when you're just trying to sow distrust in the process. The...
DISCO Takes Cecilia AI Platform to EU and UK
Europe has proven more cautious about AI, but legal tech providers are meeting the regulatory challenge. The post DISCO Takes Cecilia AI Platform to EU and UK appeared first on Above the Law.Europe has proven more cautious about AI, but legal tech providers are...
DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her ‘Catastrophic Blunders’
Even early parenting has its challenges. The post DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her ‘Catastrophic Blunders’ appeared first on Above the Law.Even early parenting has its challenges. The post DLA Piper Alleges Mom-To-Be Fired Because Of Her ‘Catastrophic...
Thanks To Our Wonderful Advertisers
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This Law School Is Getting A Lot Of Supreme Experience
The law school's clinics are getting comfortable in front of the High Court. The post This Law School Is Getting A Lot Of Supreme Experience appeared first on Above the Law.The law school's clinics are getting comfortable in front of the High Court. The post This Law...
Who Knew The Simpsons Were So Educational? — See Also
Patty And Selma School Judge On Con Law: D'oh! Who Is Getting The Good Jobs?: Here's a breakdown of the booming 2023 hiring cycle. Trump Lawyers Try The Normalcy Gambit: Let's see how far it gets them. Former Partner Tells Tall Tales: Gotta love election denial coming...
Back-To-Back Hurricanes’ Impact on Florida Legal Work Will Go Beyond Usual Suspects
Insurance and homeowners association practices will see increased demand in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but lobbying and even criminal and family law could be the subject of heightened interest. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
DC Judge Unseals Additional Evidence in Trump Jan. 6 Criminal Case
The GOP held an advantage in control of state delegations, so the alleged criminal conspiracy called for the U.S. House to hand reelection to former President Donald Trump, according to new evidence unsealed in D.C. federal court. Hi there.The email you just...
‘A Serious Crime’: Venture Capitalist Sentenced to Prison for Trump-SPAC Insider Trading
District Judge Lewis Liman sentenced Michael Shvartsman to 28 months in prison and a $1 million fine. 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...
‘Rocket Docket’: EDVA Judge Controls Google’s Fate in Ad Tech Monopoly Trial
"It is incredibly hard to make a prediction on what will happen," Bobby Zhou, an associate professor of marketing at the University of Maryland's Smith School of Business, said of Google's ad tech monopoly bench trial. "Both sides have made really valid...
Alabama Man Arrested After Causing Bitcoin Price to Surge, Then Plummet After Fake SEC Tweet
"The defendant allegedly deceived the public by impersonating the victim and making fraudulent statements on behalf of the SEC," Chad Yarbrough, the assistant director of the FBI criminal investigative division, said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just...
‘Utterly Bewildering’: GCs Struggle to Grasp Scattershot Nature of Law Firm Rate Hikes
"It's a complicated, highly fragmented industry with tens of thousands of people making different decisions every day," said Jason Winmill, legal department consultant. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
Law Firms Are Turning to Online Training Platforms as Apprenticeship Model Falters
While the pandemic showed the potential of training employees through online platforms, law firms are finding they can still embrace that method as new pressures continue to make more traditional training less viable. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
NY Judge Admonished for Writing Recommendation Letters for Pistol Licenses
A Westchester judge was also charged with engaging in ex parte communications, and failing to timely file his financial disclosure statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
‘Clear Abuse of Discretion’: 9th Circuit Says Judge Should Have Recused From Death Row Inmate’s Lawsuit
"There is no reason for Judge Brailsford to subject herself to the very human pressures that arise out of sitting in judgment in cases involving people we know and value as friends," the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit held. Hi there.The email you...
NJ Supreme Court Steps In to Dismiss Controversial Ethics Complaint Against Mercer County Presiding Judge
Sources who spoke with the Law Journal said it was very rare for the high court to take a case from the ACJC before the disciplinary body had made a ruling. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
NHL Agent, Business Can’t Sell Assets to Dodge $1M in Judgments, Federal Judge Says
"There is evidence sufficient to satisfy this court that [defendant] has systematically misused the corporate form to thwart collection of judgments awarded to plaintiff," the judge said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
‘As I’ve Grown Older’: John Morgan Looks Back at a Life in Law
"Older attorneys need to stick around to share their experiences and all that they've learned with the younger generation, or else firms will crumble," John Morgan on the value of attorneys holding off on retirement. "Older attorneys need to stick around to...
Four Delaware Supreme Court Arguments to Pay Attention to This Fall
Closely-watched cases could have implications for areas of corporate law that have come up repeatedly in attorneys' conversations this year and in 2023, including controlling shareholders, out-of-state incorporations and how much leeway the Court of Chancery has in...
Morning Docket: 10.17.24
* Biglaw's big billables slowing urge to reimagine pricing. [Bloomberg Law News] * DA launching a secret investigation into a judge based on conspiracy theories she found online just one of the reasons she's losing her law license. [9News] * New records reveal that...
Italy, US Space Cooperation Plan Includes Launch, Domain Awareness
Citing new space-based threats, Rome and Washington pledge to work more closely in orbit and are paving the way for US space launches from Italian soil. The post Italy, US Space Cooperation Plan Includes Launch, Domain Awareness appeared first on Above the Law.Citing...
Learning How To Be A Professional
From young attorneys to the Chief Justice, a lot of lawyers are dropping the ball. The post Learning How To Be A Professional appeared first on Above the Law.From young attorneys to the Chief Justice, a lot of lawyers are dropping the ball. The post Learning How To Be...
Usha Vance Left Biglaw For This?
At least she tried to play nice. The post Usha Vance Left Biglaw For This? appeared first on Above the Law.Sen. J.D. Vance and his wife Usha Chilukuri Vance (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)Yeah my wife hates it too.— Donald Trump’s quip to former Biglaw...
An Analysis Of The California Supreme Court’s Decision To Reject A Proposal That Would Let Law Students Avoid Taking The Bar Examination
Standardized testing such as the bar exam is likely to stay, for better or for worse. The post An Analysis Of The California Supreme Court’s Decision To Reject A Proposal That Would Let Law Students Avoid Taking The Bar Examination appeared first on Above the...
Nebraska Supreme Court Justice Compares Vote Stealing Executives To Patty & Selma
Nebraskan voters won yesterday... but it was still very shady. The post Nebraska Supreme Court Justice Compares Vote Stealing Executives To Patty & Selma appeared first on Above the Law.Most civil servants are dedicated professionals. Some are lazy jerks dragging...
2023’s Booming Hiring Market Had A Clear Demographic Skew
What will next year's data show? The post 2023’s Booming Hiring Market Had A Clear Demographic Skew appeared first on Above the Law.What will next year's data show? The post 2023’s Booming Hiring Market Had A Clear Demographic Skew appeared first on Above the Law.
A&O Shearman Adopts 3-Level Lockstep Pay Model Amid Shift to All-Equity Partnership
The changes follow the news that the firm is to trim its partner numbers and withdraw from certain areas, as elite law firms seek ways to better reward top performers. A&O Shearman has put in place a three-level modified lockstep partner remuneration system,...
NC Lt. Gov. Sues CNN For $50M: I’m Not A Perv, I’m The Hapless Pizza Guy!
Not porny at all, dude. The post NC Lt. Gov. Sues CNN For $50M: I’m Not A Perv, I’m The Hapless Pizza Guy! appeared first on Above the Law.Not porny at all, dude. The post NC Lt. Gov. Sues CNN For $50M: I’m Not A Perv, I’m The Hapless Pizza Guy! appeared first on...
Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent’s Busted Textualism
For Ohio voters, there's only one choice here. The post Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent’s Busted Textualism appeared first on Above the Law.For Ohio voters, there's only one choice here. The post Supreme Court Candidate Calls Out Opponent’s Busted...
Ex-Biglaw Partner Sentenced To Time Behind Bars After Pleading Guilty To Tax Crimes
In addition to prison time, this former partner owes the government more than $3.9 million in taxes. The post Ex-Biglaw Partner Sentenced To Time Behind Bars After Pleading Guilty To Tax Crimes appeared first on Above the Law.In addition to prison time, this former...
Biglaw Partner Isn’t The Constant Money Party You Think It Is
Even partners can have their salary slashed. The post Biglaw Partner Isn’t The Constant Money Party You Think It Is appeared first on Above the Law.Even partners can have their salary slashed. The post Biglaw Partner Isn’t The Constant Money Party You Think It Is...
Were You Disbarred In New Jersey? You May Be Eligible To Practice Again.
The Garden State believes in second chances. The post Were You Disbarred In New Jersey? You May Be Eligible To Practice Again. appeared first on Above the Law.The Garden State believes in second chances. The post Were You Disbarred In New Jersey? You May Be Eligible...
Top Biglaw Firm Names Its First Black Firmwide Managing Partner
He joins a handful of other Black lawyers who are successfully leading Am Law 200 firms. The post Top Biglaw Firm Names Its First Black Firmwide Managing Partner appeared first on Above the Law.He joins a handful of other Black lawyers who are successfully leading Am...
At Some Point, Even Judges *Need* To Retire
I hope for the judges' sake most of them retire before then. The post At Some Point, Even Judges *Need* To Retire appeared first on Above the Law.I hope for the judges' sake most of them retire before then. The post At Some Point, Even Judges *Need* To Retire appeared...
Cheers To Brick And Mortar! — See Also
A New, Physical Law School Is On The Way!: Good news for Alaska! Close Reading Must Not Be His Forte: If Joe Deters doesn't understand "Boneless," you think he gets statutes? Tax Crimes Come To Roost: Ex-Biglaw partner sentenced to prison time. The Part Of Partnering...
Judge Cites ‘National Outrage’ in Upholding State AG Claims Against Meta
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers allowed consumer claims brought by more than 30 state attorneys general to move forward against Meta Platforms, parent company of Facebook and Instagram. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Defense Contractor Raytheon Settles Bribery, Allegations for $950 Million
Under the deal, prosecutors have agreed to dismiss the criminal charges against the defense company in three years if it abides by the terms of the deal, which include hiring an independent compliance monitor. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Dad Bias Suit Against Jones Day Will Head to Trial Next November
Two married former associates and the firm agreed on the necessity of involving Steptoe—where one of the lawyers now works—in damages discovery. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an...
FTC’s Final ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule Drops Some Regulatory Burdens
"Less than a month from election day, the Chair is hurrying to finish a rule that follows through on a campaign pledge made by the Chair's favored presidential candidate," FTC Commissioner Melissa Holyoak said in a 13-page dissent. Hi there.The email you just...
Supreme Court Grapples With San Francisco’s Aging Sewer System in EPA Case
The Environmental Protection Agency has been at loggerheads with the city in recent years over what the federal agency calls a "failing" sewer system. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by...
A RICO Surge Is Underway: Here’s How the Allstate Push Might Play Out
Major property and casualty insurance companies filed 26 lawsuits within a week—with 19 coming from Allstate. 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...
McCarter & English Acquires Connecticut IP Boutique Harrington & Smith
In the last two weeks alone, the firm has added 35 lawyers and staff, including 11 from this latest tie-up. 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...
Securities Case Over Hawaiian Electric Company’s Wildfire Readiness Dismissed
The decision is a win for Skadden in its representation of the Hawaii utility that was faced with a securities derivative claim stemming its communications about a wildfire in Maui. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Jump Trading Accused of Crypto ‘Pump and Dump’ Scheme
"Anytime you have people poking holes in something that somebody else did, whether they are regulatory or civil actions, it can help guide lawyers in providing better compliance advice to their clients," said Teresa Goody Guillén, a partner at Baker & Hostetler...
Ex-Davis Polk & Wardwell Associate Kaloma Cardwell Drops Appeal
Kaloma Cardwell sued his former firm, alleging retaliatory termination after complaining about racial discrimination. A jury found David Polk not liable. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent...
Morning Docket: 10.16.24
* Gorsuch's new book presents factually inaccurate record to advance political agenda. Not really a shocker -- in Bremerton v. Kennedy the dissent explicitly calls him out for his propensity for making up facts. [Politico] * Biglaw firms are increasingly suing clients...
CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released: New Compliance Standards Set To Begin Next Year
CMMC 2.0 introduced a third-party assessment dependent on contractor's CUI capacity. The post CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released: New Compliance Standards Set To Begin Next Year appeared first on Above the Law.CMMC 2.0 introduced a third-party assessment dependent on...
More Young Associates Should Contribute To 401(k) Plans
When planning for retirement, you have to consider the long game. The post More Young Associates Should Contribute To 401(k) Plans appeared first on Above the Law.It’s been a while since I wrote an article about personal finance, even though I started my column here...
The Only State In America Without A Physical Law School Will Be Getting One Soon
Congratulations to prospective law students in Alaska, who will soon be able to study law in their home state. The post The Only State In America Without A Physical Law School Will Be Getting One Soon appeared first on Above the Law.A law school in the Last Frontier?...
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Aiming to Become Global Leader in Contract Standards, Law Insider Acquires oneNDA.org
Law Insider, a company that provides what it says is the world’s largest public contracts database, has acquired oneNDA, developer of an open source contract standard for non-disclosure agreements that has been downloaded by thousands of organizations throughout the...
Rob Lowe to Headline Legalweek 2025
Registration for the event, which will take place at the New York Hilton Midtown from March 24-27, 2025, is now open. 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...
How I Made Practice Group Leader: ‘Surround Yourself With People Who Are Talented and Hardworking,’ Says Amy Van Gelder of Skadden
"Surround yourself with people who are talented and hardworking, support their growth, empower them to take on new challenges and increasing responsibility and relentlessly give them credit for a job well done. When you do your best to make your colleagues look good,...
Judge Shrinks Attorney Fee Award for ‘Data Dump,’ Billing Record Deficiencies
KPM's invoices lacked charts, summaries or other explanation as to its purportedly reasonable hours, the court said. 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...
Critical Mass With Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad: J&J’s 3rd Talc Bankruptcy Will Stay in Texas, Could Digital Payments Benefit More Than Class Members?
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Managing eDiscovery Teams and Rampant Burnout
Keli Maire | Working in eDiscovery is a pressure cooker. With the right approach, burnout can be managed and averted. The post Managing eDiscovery Teams and Rampant Burnout appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.If you are in the...
Unlocking Your Lawyers’ Rainmaking Potential: A Coaching Guide
This article explores the complexities of coaching lawyers in business development, offering insights and strategies to unlock their full rainmaking potential. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk,...
Fifth Circuit Rules Judge Can’t Micromanage Government Because Irony Is Dead
The most activist court in the nation wants you to know they will not suffer anyone questioning the constitutionality of Republican policies. The post Fifth Circuit Rules Judge Can’t Micromanage Government Because Irony Is Dead appeared first on Above the Law.An...
Trump Lawyers Shake What Their Mommas Gave ‘Em At Second Circuit In Effort To Fend Off NY Criminal Sentencing
And if the facts and law aren't on your side, pound the table. The post Trump Lawyers Shake What Their Mommas Gave ‘Em At Second Circuit In Effort To Fend Off NY Criminal Sentencing appeared first on Above the Law.And if the facts and law aren't on your side, pound...
Federal Judge Seems Skeptical About Birkin Bag Antitrust Suit
In this high fashion case, antitrust law may be out of style, according to this judge. The post Federal Judge Seems Skeptical About Birkin Bag Antitrust Suit appeared first on Above the Law.In this high fashion case, antitrust law may be out of style, according to...
Using Network Analysis To Gauge The Justices’ Relative Importance In Oral Arguments
This analysis underscores that influence within judicial discourse is more multifaceted than meets the eye. The post Using Network Analysis To Gauge The Justices’ Relative Importance In Oral Arguments appeared first on Above the Law.This analysis underscores that...
Marketing Roundup: Free Research Tools, Cross-Selling Plans, AI Tips
What you missed this month from the Legal Marketing Association. The post Marketing Roundup: Free Research Tools, Cross-Selling Plans, AI Tips appeared first on Above the Law.What you missed this month from the Legal Marketing Association. The post Marketing Roundup:...
3 Questions For A Court Access Crusader (Part I)
Michael Lissner's work with FLP has led to well-deserved public recognition. The post 3 Questions For A Court Access Crusader (Part I) appeared first on Above the Law.Michael Lissner's work with FLP has led to well-deserved public recognition. The post 3 Questions For...
UnitedLex CEO’s Sudden Departure Appears To Be Due To Personal Allegations Unrelated To Work
A source inside UnitedLex with knowledge of the situation said that its CEO’s departure had nothing to do with his work there or any sort of corporate or employment-related malfeasance. The post UnitedLex CEO’s Sudden Departure Appears To Be Due To Personal...
How Are Women Lawyers Doing When It Comes To Making It Rain?
The data is disheartening for women in the legal profession, but hopefully things will improve in the future. The post How Are Women Lawyers Doing When It Comes To Making It Rain? appeared first on Above the Law.The data is disheartening for women in the legal...
Hastened Departure — See Also
Law Firm Founder Speeds Up Retirement Date: More time to spend with the family! Don't Doubt Our Client!: Lawyers drop an experiment to counter an opposing expert. Unfortunately, they forgot the consent forms. Protecting Kids? Not On My Watch!: Yes, this involves the...
Live from #ClioCon: Clio CEO Jack Newton on Generative AI and the New Duo AI Legal Assistant
We’ve just returned from the Clio Cloud Conference, held this year in Austin, Texas, where, in what has become an annual tradition, LawNext host Bob Ambrogi sat down with Clio founder and CEO Jack Newton for a live interview. At the conference, Clio launched Clio...