editor’s legal news picks
stay current with all the latest legal topics
Arkansas Judge, Prosecutor Accused of Targeted Crypto-Miner Crackdown
"Bitcoin mining gets a lot of criticism for the amount of energy it uses," said Justin Daniels, a partner at Baker Donelson. "But data training centers for artificial intelligence do the same thing, yet I don't hear the criticism." Hi there.The email you just...
Statewide Judicial Emergency Declared in Wake of Cyclone Helene
Parties seeking relief are required to certify in relevant judicial proceedings that the effects of Helene have prevented timely action. To be effective, this certificate must include certain information. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Statewide Judicial Emergency Declared in Wake of Cyclone Helene
Parties seeking relief are required to certify in relevant judicial proceedings that the effects of Helene have prevented timely action. To be effective, this certificate must include certain information. Supreme Court of Georgia Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs...
Wynn Resorts Bidding Adieu to GC Who Cleaned Up Sexual Harassment Scandal
"Ellen Whittemore was, in the truest sense, the right person at the right time to help lead Wynn Resorts through a thicket of litigation and corporate governance changes," CEO Craig Billings said in a statement. "Ellen Whittemore was, in the truest sense, the...
Wynn Resorts Bidding Adieu to GC Who Cleaned Up Sexual Harassment Scandal
"Ellen Whittemore was, in the truest sense, the right person at the right time to help lead Wynn Resorts through a thicket of litigation and corporate governance changes," CEO Craig Billings said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
‘That’s Disappointing’: Only 11% of MDL Appointments Went to Attorneys of Color in 2023
"If you think that diversity in all of its forms is important in determining excellence, equity, these MDLs are great opportunities for people to learn, have a practice," U.S. District Judge William Orrick said in an interview. Hi there.The email you just...
‘That’s Disappointing’: Only 11% of MDL Appointments Went to Attorneys of Color in 2023
"If you think that diversity in all of its forms is important in determining excellence, equity, these MDLs are great opportunities for people to learn, have a practice," U.S. District Judge William Orrick said in an interview. "If you think that diversity in...
Latham & Watkins Secures Dismissal of Legal-Mal Suit Against Company, GC Who Failed to Advise Former Treasurer
The plaintiff had alleged that the defendants were liable for failing to give a so-called Upjohn warning, which is done when the interests of a company and an individual officer become adverse. The plaintiff had alleged that the defendants were liable for...
Latham & Watkins Secures Dismissal of Legal-Mal Suit Against Company, GC Who Failed to Advise Former Treasurer
The plaintiff had alleged that the defendants were liable for failing to give a so-called Upjohn warning, which is done when the interests of a company and an individual officer become adverse. Latham & Watkins has fended off a civil suit against its...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘It’s Critical to Be a Team Player and to Put People in Position to Succeed,’ Says Adam Levin of Hogan Lovells
"I think it's critical to be a team player and to put people in position to succeed." 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...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘It’s Critical to Be a Team Player and to Put People in Position to Succeed,’ Says Adam Levin of Hogan Lovells
"I think it's critical to be a team player and to put people in position to succeed." "I think it's critical to be a team player and to put people in position to succeed."
Morning Docket: 09.30.24
* Eric Adams top aide served federal subpoena and has her phone seized by the DA. So, welcome NY state prosecutors to the Adams show! [Gothamist] * "Negligently parked helicopter" isn't a phrase you see often. [ABA Journal] * Judge tells woman who owes over $50K in...
Brass Balls In Beijing
David Tepper is buying what Xi Jinping is selling. The post Brass Balls In Beijing appeared first on Above the Law.David Tepper is buying what Xi Jinping is selling. The post Brass Balls In Beijing appeared first on Above the Law.
U.S. News Law School Rankings Prediction Sees A Huge, Historic Change At The Top
Will a new law school be able to take the No. 1 spot away from Yale? We'll have to wait and see in the real U.S. News law school rankings. The post U.S. News Law School Rankings Prediction Sees A Huge, Historic Change At The Top appeared first on Above the Law.Will a...
To Master New Legal Technology, Adjust Your Training Methods to Different Learning Styles
Here’s a quick guide to four core learning styles and how you can apply them to better master legal tech. The post To Master New Legal Technology, Adjust Your Training Methods to Different Learning Styles appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
The Artificial Intelligence Glossary
A guide to the key terms you need to know and understand when discussing AI. A guide to the key terms you need to know and understand when discussing AI.
Eric Adams Indictment Not As Bad As That Time AOC Wore A Dress, Says Jonathan Turley
Just a masterclass in utter nonsense. The post Eric Adams Indictment Not As Bad As That Time AOC Wore A Dress, Says Jonathan Turley appeared first on Above the Law.Just a masterclass in utter nonsense. The post Eric Adams Indictment Not As Bad As That Time AOC Wore A...
‘The Saga Continues’: Costco Denies Lawyer’s Claims That Diddy Bought Baby Oil ‘In Bulk’ At Its Stores
It's like the more baby oil the Feds come across, the more problems Diddy sees. The post ‘The Saga Continues’: Costco Denies Lawyer’s Claims That Diddy Bought Baby Oil ‘In Bulk’ At Its Stores appeared first on Above the Law.It's like the more baby oil the Feds come...
More Lawyers Should Feel Comfortable Bringing Kids To Court
Some people -- even lawyers -- actually like kids. Some people -- even lawyers -- have kids. The post More Lawyers Should Feel Comfortable Bringing Kids To Court appeared first on Above the Law.Some people -- even lawyers -- actually like kids. Some people -- even...
Third Time’s The Charm: Dr. Aaron Filler Discusses Findings In Pauline Newman Case
Prepare to take notes! The post Third Time’s The Charm: Dr. Aaron Filler Discusses Findings In Pauline Newman Case appeared first on Above the Law.Prepare to take notes! The post Third Time’s The Charm: Dr. Aaron Filler Discusses Findings In Pauline Newman Case...
Rudy Giuliani Exits The Practice Of Law: Not With A Bang, But With A Piddle
Maybe he can get a job jumping out of cakes at bachelor parties. The post Rudy Giuliani Exits The Practice Of Law: Not With A Bang, But With A Piddle appeared first on Above the Law.Maybe he can get a job jumping out of cakes at bachelor parties. The post Rudy...
Biglaw Managing Partner Passes On Trials, Says It’s ‘Younger People’s Work’
The renowned litigator would much rather spend time with his family than be stuck on the road for trials. The post Biglaw Managing Partner Passes On Trials, Says It’s ‘Younger People’s Work’ appeared first on Above the Law.The renowned litigator would much rather...
Stat(s) Of The Week: GCs In The Dark?
The C-suite shares some gen AI data. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: GCs In The Dark? appeared first on Above the Law.The C-suite shares some gen AI data. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: GCs In The Dark? appeared first on Above the Law.
Unpacking The Epic-Particle Health Dispute: When It Started, What’s Being Alleged & What It Means For The Industry
Following a months-long dispute, data platform Particle Health filed an antitrust lawsuit against Epic, alleging that the EHR giant is using its dominance in the market to prevent competition in the payer platform space. Particle believes the lawsuit is an...
Summer Associates’ Favorite Biglaw Firm
Summers at this firm get a lot out of the experience. The post Summer Associates’ Favorite Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.Summers at this firm get a lot out of the experience. The post Summer Associates’ Favorite Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the...
Trump Handed Electric Loss — See Also
No More Weird Dancing: Trump can’t play this classic on the campaign trail anymore. The Doctor Is In: We interviewed Dr. Aaron Filler about Pauline Newman. Turley Employs “What about her emails?!” Technique On Eric Adams’s Charges: Because we should all be really...
10 Law Firm Marketing Strategies to Make Your Law Firm Better
Law firm marketing strategies involve a mindset shift towards digital marketing to reach clients in an increasingly online-focused world. In the classic ‘80s comedy “Brewster’s Millions,” Richard Pryor plays a minor league baseball player who has to spend $30 million...
In Chicago? Come Watch the Legaltech Week Panel Live Today! (Or Watch Us on Zoom As Usual)
Several of our Legaltech Week panelists are in Chicago for RelativityFest, so we’re going to (attempt to?) broadcast live from there. If you are in Chicago or attending RelativityFest, come watch us live at 2 CT/3 ET. We will be in the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Room...
‘Fire All the Bullets Now’: EEOC Enforcements Surge
Most of the cases focused on gender discrimination, but two of the suits alleged pregnancy discrimination and two others claimed mistreatment of transgender employees. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It...
‘Fire All the Bullets Now’: EEOC Enforcements Surge
Most of the cases focused on gender discrimination, but two of the suits alleged pregnancy discrimination and two others claimed mistreatment of transgender employees. Most of the cases focused on gender discrimination, but two of the suits alleged pregnancy...
Legal Scholars: There’s Not Much Adams Could Do if Hochul Chooses to Remove Him
Hochul was noncommittal about her next course of action, placing the responsibility on Adams to show that he's able to lead in an effective and ethical manner amid the charges. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
Legal Scholars: There’s Not Much Adams Could Do if Hochul Chooses to Remove Him
Hochul was noncommittal about her next course of action, placing the responsibility on Adams to show that he's able to lead in an effective and ethical manner amid the charges. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by...
6 Ways to Make Clients Happy to Pay Your Bills
No one likes to pay bills. Even when the service or product we are paying for, such as attorney fees, is way more valuable than the actual dollar amount on the invoice, we humans just hate to see the money out the door. For instance, Trump’s legal bills have been a...
Burns & Levinson to Wind Down After 64 Years in Boston
Groups of attorneys have received offers from Barclay Damon and McCarter & English, sources confirmed. 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...
Burns & Levinson to Wind Down After 64 Years in Boston
Groups of attorneys have received offers from Barclay Damon and McCarter & English, sources confirmed. Groups of attorneys have received offers from Barclay Damon and McCarter & English, sources confirmed.
‘Your Client Lied Repetitively’ to Disciplinary Counsel: State High Court Considers Attorney Sanctions for Alleged Referral Scheme
The court heard oral arguments Wednesday in an attorney disciplinary case, where it was asked to consider if attorney Todd N. Agron violated Rules of Professional Conduct in an apparent referral scheme, and what discipline would be appropriate. Hi there.The...
‘Your Client Lied Repetitively’ to Disciplinary Counsel: State High Court Considers Attorney Sanctions for Alleged Referral Scheme
The court heard oral arguments Wednesday in an attorney disciplinary case, where it was asked to consider if attorney Todd N. Agron violated Rules of Professional Conduct in an apparent referral scheme, and what discipline would be appropriate. Hi there.The...
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Enters ‘Not Guilty’ Plea to Corruption Charges
Defense attorney Alex Spiro said he plans to file a motion to dismiss the case as early as next week. 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...
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Enters ‘Not Guilty’ Plea to Corruption Charges
Defense attorney Alex Spiro said he plans to file a motion to dismiss the case as early as next week. Defense attorney Alex Spiro said he plans to file a motion to dismiss the case as early as next week.
Will Jones Day Now Prioritize Settlement Talks in Dad Bias Case?
The plaintiffs, by not paying attorney fees, may not be motivated to settle, some observers noted. 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...
Will Jones Day Now Prioritize Settlement Talks in Dad Bias Case?
The plaintiffs, by not paying attorney fees, may not be motivated to settle, some observers noted. 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...
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Sonya Sigler
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. 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 emails or...
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Sonya Sigler
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago.
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Dawn Reynolds Pettit
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. 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 emails or...
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Dawn Reynolds Pettit
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. 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 emails or...
How I Made Office Managing Partner: ‘If You Are Aware of Areas for Improvement and You Can Play a Role in That, Speak Up,’ Says Jennifer Mellott of Freshfields
"My best piece of advice is to not shy away from getting involved with conflict or offering to improve something that you know could be done better. If you are aware of areas for improvement and you can play a role in that, speak up." Hi there.The email you just...
How I Made Office Managing Partner: ‘If You Are Aware of Areas for Improvement and You Can Play a Role in That, Speak Up,’ Says Jennifer Mellott of Freshfields
"My best piece of advice is to not shy away from getting involved with conflict or offering to improve something that you know could be done better. If you are aware of areas for improvement and you can play a role in that, speak up." "My best piece of advice is...
Boies Schiller Company Loses Appeal: Could Owe 7 Figures in Attorney Fees
"Even the best trial judges make mistakes," said plaintiffs co-counsel Tyler Ulrich about the lawsuit loss. 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...
Boies Schiller Company Loses Appeal: Could Owe 7 Figures in Attorney Fees
"Even the best trial judges make mistakes," said plaintiffs co-counsel Tyler Ulrich about the lawsuit loss. 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...
The Law Firm Disrupted: For Big Law Names, Shorter is Sweeter
The shift toward brevity in law firm names may be at odds with another tendency in the legal world: a seeming unending wave of mergers and consolidations. The shift toward brevity in law firm names may be at odds with another tendency in the legal world: a...
The Top Biglaw & Boutique Firms Headed Upmarket In Litigation (2025)
Which firms made the cut according to clients? The post The Top Biglaw & Boutique Firms Headed Upmarket In Litigation (2025) appeared first on Above the Law.Which firms made the cut according to clients? The post The Top Biglaw & Boutique Firms Headed Upmarket...
Dirty Legal Secrets: When Startup Drama Takes Center Stage In Law
The tech startup world is rife with drama, secrecy, and scandal. The post Dirty Legal Secrets: When Startup Drama Takes Center Stage In Law appeared first on Above the Law.The tech startup world is rife with drama, secrecy, and scandal. The post Dirty Legal Secrets:...
Disclosure Rule Revision Displays Judiciary’s Commitment To Backing The Black
Despite the unfortunate pun, there's no better way to describe it. The post Disclosure Rule Revision Displays Judiciary’s Commitment To Backing The Black appeared first on Above the Law.Despite the unfortunate pun, there's no better way to describe it. The post...
Mo’ Baby Oil, Mo’ Problems: Diddy’s Lawyer Says His Client Was Just Trying To Get The Most Out Of His Costco Membership
It's all about the Benjamins, baby, and Diddy allegedly uses his money to buy baby oil in bulk. The post Mo’ Baby Oil, Mo’ Problems: Diddy’s Lawyer Says His Client Was Just Trying To Get The Most Out Of His Costco Membership appeared first on Above the Law.It's all...
Ethics For In-House Counsel: Navigating The Ethical Responsibilities Of In-House Counsel To The Organization And The C-Suite
The Enron and WorldCom cases were emblematic of a broader crisis of corporate governance, where in-house lawyers failed in their role as ethical stewards. The post Ethics For In-House Counsel: Navigating The Ethical Responsibilities Of In-House Counsel To The...
How Law Firms Can Leverage Video Content To Drive Business
How one lawyer built a video marketing campaign that really rocks. The post How Law Firms Can Leverage Video Content To Drive Business appeared first on Above the Law.How one lawyer built a video marketing campaign that really rocks. The post How Law Firms Can...
In Notable E-Discovery News, ALSP Elevate Acquires Consulting Company Redgrave Data
Redgrave’s founders Mollie Nichols, Scott Culbertson, Dave Lewis, Mark Noel, and Lindsey Worth will all join Elevate’s management team. The post In Notable E-Discovery News, ALSP Elevate Acquires Consulting Company Redgrave Data appeared first on Above the Law.In...
Do Federal Judges Need To Take Their Own Security More Seriously?
Threats against federal judges are on the rise. The post Do Federal Judges Need To Take Their Own Security More Seriously? appeared first on Above the Law.Threats against federal judges are on the rise. The post Do Federal Judges Need To Take Their Own Security More...
Thanks So Much To Our Advertisers
We really enjoy working with you. The post Thanks So Much To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.We really enjoy working with you. The post Thanks So Much To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.
Eric Adams Lawyered Up BIG — See Also
Quinn Emanuel Partner Alex Spiro Will Be Representing Eric Adams: What? Did he not want Olayemi Olurin? The Judicial Conference Committee on Financial Disclosure Looks Out For Judges: Take that all expense covered vacation to your rich friend's resort and...
Smartmatic, Newsmax Reach Courthouse Steps Settlement in Defamation Case
A spokesperson for Smartmatic said the company is not able to provide details on the value of the settlement or any non-monetary terms that may have been agreed to. A spokesperson for Smartmatic said the company is not able to provide details on the value of the...
Cleary Sees AI as ‘Co-Pilot,’ Among Growing Client Eagerness for Legal Tech
Firm leader Michael Gerstenzang speaks with Law.com about how the firm communicates directly with generative AI providers to shape their products and how clients now want to use AI themselves. Firm leader Michael Gerstenzang speaks with Law.com about how the...
Wolters Kluwer Brings Gen AI To Its VitalLaw Legal Research Platform, to Answer Questions and More
Wolters Kluwer today brought generative AI to its VitalLaw legal research platform, launching new capabilities for users to locate and chat with legal information and get answers to legal questions, as well as to generate summaries and first drafts of compliance...
Swan Bitcoin Enlists Gibson Dunn in Alleged Billion-Dollar Mining Heist Case
"As laid out in Swan's complaint, the theft of Swan's trade secrets and confidential information is staggering and alarming," said Harris M. Mufson, a partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not...
Oracle Legal Chief Outearns CEO, as He Dazzles in First Full Year at Tech Giant
CEO Safra Catz called Stuart Levey "one of the sharpest legal minds in the country" when she hired Levey two years ago. The company is paying him accordingly. CEO Safra Catz called Stuart Levey "one of the sharpest legal minds in the country" when she hired...
Appellate Judges Question Scope of AG’s Power in Trump Civil Fraud Arguments
"You hear underneath all these questions the question of mission creep, has 63(12) morphed into something greater?" Justice Peter Moulton asked, citing the law under which the AG's office sued Trump. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked,...
Federal Lawsuit Seeks $400M In COVID-19 PPE Commission Revenues to Be Handed Over
This suit was surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in federal and state courts. 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...
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Michelle Ballard Miller
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. 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 emails or...
Legal Speak at Women, Influence and Power Conference 2024: Dimple Manghnani
Legal Speak at the 2024 Women, Influence and Power Conference in Chicago. 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 emails or...
2024 Athletes in Law Special Issue
2024 Athletes in Law Special Issue Attorney at Law Magazine is proud to introduce its 2024 Athletes in Law special issue celebrating lawyers who played collegiate sports nationwide. Lawyers! I’m excited to introduce our first National Athletes in Law special issue! A...
Russell Button: The Winning Approach Court to Courtroom
Russell Button: The Winning Approach Court to Courtroom By Susan Cushing From the basketball court to the courtroom, attorney Russell Button knows the value of hard work, discipline and teamwork. Attending college on a basketball scholarship, Button honed not just his...
The Athletes of Greene Broillet & Wheeler LLP on Gaining a Competitive Edge
The Athletes of Greene Broillet & Wheeler LLP on Gaining a Competitive Edge By Susan Cushing Greene Broillet & Wheeler LLP (GBW) has built its success on a strong foundation of core values. Since its founding in 1973, this Los Angeles law firm has developed a...
Marissa Maggio: A Mission for Excellence
We sat down with Marissa Maggio, the founder of Maggio Injury Law in Plano, Texas. In her undergrad at the University of Texas, she was a sprinter on the track and field team. Her ambitions even took her to the Olympic trials before she found her way to the practice...
Guarding the Brand: Intellectual Property Challenges in Sports
Athletes and major sports organizations aren’t just participants in a game; they are powerful global brands that capture the hearts and attention of millions. Their influence extends far beyond the field, drawing fans into a world where every game, piece of...
Ex-eBay CLO Tells WIPL Attendees: You Can Toot Your Own Horn and ‘Still Be a Humble Person’
"Let other people know what you're doing and how it will help them or how it will help the success of the org," said Marie Oh Huber, who's been leading Fortune 500 legal departments for more than three decades. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
DoorDash Seeks More Information About NLJ 500 Firm’s Connections With Chicago
"The question of whether retained counsel is financially interested in the outcome of the litigation may involve a wider range of materials than the retention agreement alone," U.S. District Judge Jeremy C. Daniel said. "For example, even if the agreement contains...
READ THE CHARGES: NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted on Public Corruption Allegations
Adams is represented by a team from Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr and Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan. Eric Adams, mayor of New York, center right, and his lawyer Alex Spiro, center left, outside Gracie Mansion in New York, US, on Thursday, Sept....
5 Ways Small and Midsize Law Firms Can Win More Pitches (and Improve Realization Rates)
Smaller law firms can significantly increase their chances of competing with large "Goliaths" by bringing an industry focus, maximizing their digital footprint, building processes and systems around the pitch/proposal process, looking backwards for strengths, and...
Maryland Attorney General Files Claims in Key Bridge Collapse
"This disaster was entirely preventable had the Dali's owners and operators exercised proper care and diligence," Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown alleged in a claim filed in the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse. Hi there.The email you just opened, or...
You Get An Office, And You Get An Office, And… — See Also
Most Firms Would Be Happy Amassing 100 Locations: This Biglaw firm sees that as two years’ worth of work. They Aren't The Only Sprawling Firm In The Game: These are the 200 largest law firms in the world. Now That's An Expensive .6!: These Biglaw partners are worth...
The New ReMarkable Paper Pro Is Not the ReMarkable 3
Bull Garlington | I’d pick the new Paper Pro in a heartbeat if I were a new user. Yes, it’s more expensive, but it’s also more useful. The post The New ReMarkable Paper Pro Is Not the ReMarkable 3 appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.The...
Optimize Your Law Firm’s Client Intake Process
An optimized client intake process is key to a law firm's growth. Reduce your firm's administrative burden while converting more leads. The post Optimize Your Law Firm’s Client Intake Process appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.For law...
Law Firm Holiday Card Planner
A 12-step law firm holiday card planner and a timeline. Open up your calendar and note these deadlines! The post Law Firm Holiday Card Planner appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.It’s never too early to start planning your cards for the...
![NetDocuments Adds To Areas Where Legal Professionals Do Their Best Work [Sponsored]](https://i0.wp.com/xira.com/p/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/nd-atl-partnersecurity-640x427-03-2JOaR0.jpeg?resize=400%2C250&ssl=1 "our legal news picks 73")
NetDocuments Adds To Areas Where Legal Professionals Do Their Best Work [Sponsored]
NetDocuments provides a cloud-native, matter-centric DMS that delivers a single system of record for securing, organizing, automating, and collaborating on documents related to matters in workspaces. The post NetDocuments Adds To Areas Where Legal Professionals Do...
Debbie Does The Dormant Commerce Clause
Why do professors think everyone has to personally experience the facts to understand the law? The post Debbie Does The Dormant Commerce Clause appeared first on Above the Law.Why do professors think everyone has to personally experience the facts to understand the...
The 200 Largest Law Firms On Earth (2024)
Because size matters in the legal profession. Which are the planet's largest law firms? The post The 200 Largest Law Firms On Earth (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.Because size matters in the legal profession. Which are the planet's largest law firms? The post...
MAGA Lawyer Representing Scandal-Ridden GOP Candidate Mark Robinson
It's not surprising which lawyer he's picked. The post MAGA Lawyer Representing Scandal-Ridden GOP Candidate Mark Robinson appeared first on Above the Law.It's not surprising which lawyer he's picked. The post MAGA Lawyer Representing Scandal-Ridden GOP Candidate Mark...
The Fan Who Caught Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 Home Run Ball May Be Unable To Dodge A Significant Income-Tax Bill
The IRS is likely to treat the ball as a 'collectible,' meaning that it will be taxed at a flat 28% rate. The post The Fan Who Caught Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 Home Run Ball May Be Unable To Dodge A Significant Income-Tax Bill appeared first on Above the Law.The IRS is...
Lawyer Facing Disbarment Has DEEP THOUGHTS About Kamala Harris’s Legal Chops
Jeff Clark has cracked the case! Kamala Harris never argued an appeal and that means... something something. The post Lawyer Facing Disbarment Has DEEP THOUGHTS About Kamala Harris’s Legal Chops appeared first on Above the Law.Jeff Clark has cracked the case! Kamala...
Want An Elite Senior Partner On Your Case? Be Ready To Pay $3000 An Hour.
And you should hear what they're charging for junior associates. The post Want An Elite Senior Partner On Your Case? Be Ready To Pay $3000 An Hour. appeared first on Above the Law.And you should hear what they're charging for junior associates. The post Want An Elite...
Chatbot Law Site DoNotPay Settles With FTC
Guess they do pay after all. The post Chatbot Law Site DoNotPay Settles With FTC appeared first on Above the Law.Guess they do pay after all. The post Chatbot Law Site DoNotPay Settles With FTC appeared first on Above the Law.
Kamala Harris Wants To Do Away With Senate Filibuster To Restore Reproductive Freedom In America
End the filibuster, save women's reproductive rights. The post Kamala Harris Wants To Do Away With Senate Filibuster To Restore Reproductive Freedom In America appeared first on Above the Law.End the filibuster, save women's reproductive rights. The post Kamala Harris...
General Counsel Compensation Has Taken A Dramatic Turn Over The Last 5 Years
Pretty payday for those at the top of the in-house pecking order. The post General Counsel Compensation Has Taken A Dramatic Turn Over The Last 5 Years appeared first on Above the Law.Pretty payday for those at the top of the in-house pecking order. The post General...
The Week in Data Sept. 25: A Look at Legal Industry Trends by the Numbers
Catch up on this week's data and insights from across the Law.com Newsroom, including the most profitable international firms and the 2024 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards honorees. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not...
Judge Orders Sale of Infowars, Alex Jones’ Media Platform
"The Connecticut families have always sought a fair and equitable distribution of Free Speech System's assets for all of the families, and today's decision is a significant step forward," Chris Mattei of Koskoff, Koskoff & Bieder, one of the attorneys for the...
Express Scripts’ Defamation Case Against FTC Will Fall Short, Law Professor Says
"It's not uncommon that a defamation suit is brought, not necessarily because the plaintiff expects to take it to trial, but instead, because they want to make a public announcement that what was said about them is wrong," said Lyrissa Lidsky, a University of Florida...
Ex-Prosecutor and Judge Fatally Shot During Attempted Arrest on Federal Corruption Charges
The incident occurred a day after an indictment was unsealed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York alleging that retired Judge Stewart Rosenwasser received $63,000 in bribes while working for the Orange County District Attorney's...
Novel Startup Called Free TV Hires Industry Veteran as GC
"Never underestimate the power of 'free,'" programming pioneer Jonathan Katz said after founding the service last year. "Never underestimate the power of 'free,'" programming pioneer Jonathan Katz said after founding the service last year.
Which Courts are Closed and Open? Hurricane Forms off Florida Coast
Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 61 of the state's 67 counties. 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...
Republicans Grill Biden’s NDNY Judicial Nominee Over Prior LGBTQ+ Bill Sponsorship
"If I am fortunate enough to be confirmed as a district court judge, I would follow the Constitution," judicial nominee Anthony J. Brindisi said. "I would follow the precedent that has been set forth by the Supreme Court and the Second Circuit on these matters if I am...