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Remember When Federal Judges *Weren’t* A Political Hot Potato?
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to analysis by Dr. Adam Feldman, across 176 federal court nomination, George W. Bush saw his nominees pass with an average margin of how many votes? Hint: It’s a symbol of an age where the...
Brand New Biglaw Megafirm Announces Bonuses, Offering Associates Top Dollar For Hard Work
Bonus news is being announced left and right, and Biglaw firms are busy stuffing their associates’ bank accounts like the Thanksgiving turkeys they’ll be gobbling down next week. The latest bonus news comes from a brand new megafirm that last night issued its first...
It Is Not Only Alright To Shame, And Ultimately Ostracize, Your MAGA Relatives, It Is Your Patriotic Duty As An American
I agree with Ezra Klein on a lot. Heck, I even recommended his latest book. However, he recently made a comment on his podcast the substance of which was that he thinks it’s nuts to cut off contact with a family member because of vastly different political views. To...
Another Biglaw Bonus Match — And Extra Cash For The Associates Keeping The Lights On
Well, well, well — look who just slid into bonus season with their checkbook open. Dechert has officially matched the prevailing year-end and special bonus scale, ensuring associates can breathe for at least five minutes before remembering their hours are due today....
Judge Pushed To Retire Over Halloween Showmanship
Halloween, much like MLK Day, has reached the special status of being a holiday you know someone is going to get fired over because they committed a little too hard to the bit. The usual “go collect your belongings” scenario involves people who decide to dress up in...
Biglaw Is On Track To Have Either A ‘Pretty Good’ Or ‘Great’ Year
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We talk about cautious optimism going into the fourth quarter—that may be causing some more of the caution we’re seeing in the marketplace. We could have a great year. But it may just be a pretty good year. —...
Trump Judicial Nominee for Texas Defends Sharing Pokemon-Themed ICE Raid Video
Nicholas Ganjei, nominated for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, said the video was related to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's “worst-of-the-worst" initiative focusing on arresting undocumented individuals who have been convicted...
Charitable Giving Under The OBBBA: Strategic Tax Planning for High-Net-Worth Individuals
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted on July 4, 2025, introduces sweeping reforms to the tax treatment of charitable contributions. For high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), these changes present both strategic opportunities and new limitations that warrant...
How McDermott Is Evaluating Outside Investment
Ira Coleman and McDermott made waves last week when it was reported that the firm was exploring outside investment. Here's what's really happening. Ira Coleman and McDermott made waves last week when it was reported that the firm was exploring outside...
Supreme Court Sees Amicus Brief Surge From Former Federal Judges in Trump Cases
"I've signed many of them over the years," retired U.S. District Judge Shira Scheindlin said of amicus briefs from former jurists. "But nothing like now. Now, it's like every other week somebody is circulating a brief." "I've signed many of them over the years,"...
Fried Frank and McDermott Follow Cravath, Milbank Bonus Scales
McDermott will pay out the “special bonus regardless of hours, while the firm's year-end bonus structure is hour-dependent. McDermott will pay out the “special bonus regardless of hours, while the firm's year-end bonus structure is...
Ropes, Dechert, Fried Frank and McDermott Follow Cravath, Milbank Bonus Scales
McDermott will pay out the “special bonus regardless of hours, while the firm's year-end bonus structure is hour-dependent. McDermott will pay out the “special bonus regardless of hours, while the firm's year-end bonus structure is...
This Top Biglaw Firm Is Offering Associates A Full Cravath Match — With Premium Bonuses On Top Of Special Bonuses
Bonus season is off to a great start, with Cravath leading the Biglaw pack in the annual follow-the-leader of compensation announcements. The elite firm’s 2025 year-end bonuses echo last year’s scale, and include Milbank’s special bonuses as well. Which firm is the...
Economic Resilience In Action – Helping Law Firms Thrive In 2025 And Beyond
When it comes to today’s economy, are you feeling cautious? Optimistic? Cautiously optimistic? Perhaps you’re struggling to determine the most effective metrics to monitor, or considering cost-cutting measures, or looking to sharpen your leadership skills. Whatever...
Maybe The Legal Industry Has Just Lost All Sense Of Shame
Biglaw recruiting director out after racist rant goes public. A squabble between lawyers and their former firm presents important lessons on document management, but we spend most of the time wondering about the best legally themed dominatrix names. And we talk about...
Without Explanation, Gilead Sciences Parts Ways With GC It Wooed Aboard in 2022
Deborah Telman is exiting months after the company paid $202 million to settle allegations that it provided illegal kickbacks to health care providers to juice sales of its HIV drugs. Deborah Telman is exiting months after the company paid $202 million to settle...
’18 People Needlessly Died’: New Lawsuit Targets Alert System Maker Genasys for Alleged Role in Eaton Fire Deaths
A family member of a California wildfire victim has sued Genasys Inc., a developer of communications software that provides emergency warnings and mass notifications, in California state court, contending the alleged failure of its alert systems contributed to the...
Critical Mass With Law.com’s Amanda Bronstad: Florida Jury Deliberates in Opioid Trial Against Pharmacies, Appeals Panel Probes Ruling Tossing Experts Linking Acetaminophen And Autism/ADHD
Associates Get A Kool Special Thanksgiving Bonus
Break out the stretchy pants and gratitude journals, because McKool Smith, the Texas-based complex trial firm that’s been handing out money to associates hand over fist for years, just dropped a little holiday surprise on its attorneys: special Thanksgiving bonuses,...
Paul Hastings Is First Biglaw Firm To Match Cravath’s Generous Bonus Scale
Cravath announced its year-end bonus scale — complete with Milbank’s special bonuses — just a few hours ago, and we’ve officially got our first bonus match. We’ve now confirmed that Paul Hastings — which reported $2,235,739,000 in gross revenue and profits per equity...
Congress Should Establish, Fund New Quantum Tech Initiative To Beat China: Panel
The post Congress Should Establish, Fund New Quantum Tech Initiative To Beat China: Panel appeared first on Above the Law.The post Congress Should Establish, Fund New Quantum Tech Initiative To Beat China: Panel appeared first on Above the Law.
Ex-London Managing Partner of US Firm Faces Investigation Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
Following an internal investigation the firm self reported to the SRA, which is now seeking testimony from people who might have information. Following an internal investigation the firm self reported to the SRA, which is now seeking testimony from people who...
Court’s Latest Order In Elon Musk Case Includes Pretty Glaring Hallucination
Elon Musk gets himself involved in a lot of entertaining court fights. Sometimes he botches these fights so badly you wonder if he really would fall for a visit from the wallet inspector. Other times he gets a helping hand from a friendly judge. But it’s not clear...
Bonus News Drops As Firm Engages In Merger Talks
Cadwalader hasn’t enjoyed the smoothest 2025. Key partners defected, the firm announced a snap leadership shakeup, and finally admitted they’re looking for a merger proposal with Alston & Bird. And that “Trump administration capitulation” story didn’t help. But,...
Morning Docket: 11.19.25
* Meta survives social media antitrust action because TikTok exists. Which it doesn’t legally, but the administration has refused to comply with the law so… good news for Meta. [New York Times] * Court orders former couple to bid for custody of dog. If that doesn’t...
Three Binders Every Litigator Needs
Trial binders aren’t going anywhere — nor should they. Sam Davidoff describes three binders he's found incredibly useful in his practice. The post Three Binders Every Litigator Needs appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Trial binders...
Bracing for Legal Industry Detriment From New Federal Loan Cap
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act eliminates one type of loan (Grad PLUS loans) that law students use to finance the ever-skyrocketing price of law school. At the same time, the law caps unsubsidized federal loans to $50,000 per year and a $200,000 lifetime cap. With the...
How I Made Practice Group Chair: ‘Focus on Helping Your Group and Firm to Thrive,’ Says Robert Niles-Weed of Weil
"Just focus on doing the best work you can, being the best colleague you can, and helping your group and firm to thrive as best you can. (...) Leadership opportunities may come (or they may not), but I've always found it more satisfying to know that I'm doing the best...
Ex-Lobbyist Jack Abramoff Gets Probation, Must Repay $2.2M for Crypto Fraud Scheme
"He now wants to focus on his family and move forward with his life," said Richard Weber, a partner at Haynes and Boone who represents Jack Abramoff. "He now wants to focus on his family and move forward with his life," said Richard Weber, a partner at Haynes...
Bonus Season Has Begun! — See Also
Cravath Is Spreading Some Holiday Cheer!: Nothing brightens the spirit like some green! And They Aren’t The Only Ones!: McKool Smith, Paul Hastings and Cadwalader line their associates’ pockets with cash! A Disbarment Long Fought For: The profession wishes you adieu,...
Maker of Oura Ring Files Spate of Patent Claims Against Reebok, Samsung, Others
The complaints were filed in Texas, where Oura says it is expanding its manufacturing operations in order to meet demands from its partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense. The complaints were filed in Texas, where Oura says it is expanding its...
When DEI Leaders Become Plaintiffs: The Emerging Wave of Discrimination Lawsuits
Combined with political pressure and regulatory uncertainty, this shift signals a new litigation landscape for employers. They are now at risk from both directions—majority-group plaintiffs challenging DEI initiatives and inclusion advocates alleging retaliation when...
Top Egg Producers Hit With Price-Fixing Claims Following Antitrust Investigation
In one example, the plaintiff alleged the defendants' price-fixing actions artificially raised egg prices from $1.30 per dozen in 2021 to $6 per dozen by late 2024, the complaint said. In one example, the plaintiff alleged the defendants' price-fixing actions...
Parental Leave 101 For Managers
Ed. note: This article is part of Parental Leave & The Legal Profession, a special series for Above the Law that explores the realities of parental leave and return-to-work in law firms. From planning leave to reintegration, from the role of managers to the mental...
The Best Law Schools For Family Law (2025)
Family law programs play a crucial role in law school, giving students the knowledge and practical skills they need to guide clients through some of the most high-stakes issues they’ll ever face — marriage, divorce, family planning, custody, personal safety, and...
Perkins Coie’s Leader Says Trump’s Executive Order Had Nothing To Do With Its Merger Decision
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. At this moment, both firms come to this announcement with the position of financial strength, great optimism and confidence, looking to the future and a true combination of equals. — Bill Malley, managing...
Cravath Starts Biglaw’s Bonus Season With Year-End And Special Bonuses!
Bonus season has officially begun. Cravath, the firm that’s the standard bearer for Biglaw associate compensation, has kicked off the 2025 bonus sweepstakes. And Cravath’s not here for restraint. The firm announced year-end bonuses and a round of special bonuses that...
ABA Diversity And Inclusion Standard Looks Like It’s On Its Last Legs
The American Bar Association has come under fire for requiring schools to put some effort into making sure that their student bodies don’t look like the start of a small ethnostate. Schools had to show some attempt at encouraging diversity in recruitment, admissions,...
Cravath’s Unusual Lease Condition
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! In the 80s when Cravath moved from Wall Street to One Worldwide Plaza, the lease required the developer to buy — and demolish — what nearby business? Hint: The firm leased the space in exchange for a 7...
SEC Enforcement, Penalties Fall After Leadership Change, Report Finds
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission under former Chair Gary Gensler took 52 enforcement actions between Oct. 1, 2024, and Trump's inauguration, the highest amount for an outgoing chair since 2013. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission under former...
Cravath Launches Bonus Season, Matching Milbank Summer Bonuses
Cadwalader, Paul Hastings and McDermott quickly responded, and it's expected that many other Am Law 100 firms will follow. Cadwalader, Paul Hastings and McDermott quickly responded, and it's expected that many other Am Law 100 firms will...
‘Opaque Area of the Law’: Horizon Blue Cross to Pay $100M Settlement
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin noted the cost of health care is top of mind for many Americans, and slammed Horizon for allegedly "defraud[ing] our state and overcharg[ing] use while driving up the costs of healthcare for hundreds and thousands of...
Questions Are Mounting Over Halligan’s Grand Jury Actions in Prosecutions of Comey, James
Interim U.S. attorney Lindsey Halligan of the Eastern District of Virginia faces intense questions concerning her interactions with federal grand juries after a magistrate judge ruled former FBI Director James Comey's defense counsel must receive full access to all...
Meta Has No Monopoly in Social Networking, US Judge Rules in Setback for FTC
"The Court ultimately concludes that the agency has not carried its burden: Meta holds no monopoly in the relevant market," U.S. District Chief Judge James Boasberg wrote in a decision granting judgment in favor of Meta Platforms Inc., ruling the Federal Trade...
ByHeart Sued Over Formula Recalled Due to Infant Botulism Outbreak
At least seven lawsuits, including five class actions, have been filed over this month's nationwide recall of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans and Anywhere Packs, linked to an infant botulism outbreak. At least seven lawsuits, including five class...
Justice Canady, ‘Voice Of The Conservative Wing,’ to Step Down From Florida Supreme Court
"I will always deeply value my years on the Court. But the time has come to move on to another position of public service,” Justice Charles Canady said in a statement released by the Supreme Court of Florida. "I will always deeply value my years on the Court....
Medtronic Fails at Attempt to Escape Whistleblower Suit Under New Standard, Judge Rules
"In sum, although the court previously rejected (and thus did not consider) the application of a but-for causation standard, the court now finds Witkin proffered evidence sufficient to survive summary judgment under such a standard," a federal judge said. "In...
A New Transatlantic Contender, But What Will Ashurst Perkins Coie Make of Asia?
Partners in Asia Pacific are divided on whether the tie-up is good or bad for their prospects. Partners in Asia Pacific are divided on whether the tie-up is good or bad for their prospects.
5 Ways Legal Marketers Can Lead AI Adoption in Law Firms
Jennifer Scotton | Whether your law firm is AI-curious or ready to dive deep, legal marketers are in a prime position to guide the way toward smart, sustainable and ethical AI adoption. The post 5 Ways Legal Marketers Can Lead AI Adoption in Law Firms appeared first...
Live from GCC East with EJ Evans
EJ Evans joins Legal Speak co-host Patrick Smith during the General Counsel Conference East in New York. EJ Evans joins Legal Speak co-host Patrick Smith during the General Counsel Conference East in New York.
Live from GCC East with Shelby Boyd
Shelby Boyd joins Legal Speak co-host Patrick Smith during the General Counsel Conference East in New York. Shelby Boyd joins Legal Speak co-host Patrick Smith during the General Counsel Conference East in New York.
DOJ’s ‘Profound’ Missteps Get The Judicial Roast Treatment And Comey Defense Gets Grand Jury Access
Magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick just dropped a legal mic on prosecutors in the James Comey case. In a blistering 24-page opinion, he ordered the Department of Justice to turn over all grand jury materials related to the Comey indictment to the defense. (Though...
‘DoorDash Girl’ Hit With Felony Charges For Sharing Video Of Naked, Passed-Out Man On Social Media
I would imagine that if you polled most people on whether it was okay to record an unconscious naked person in their home and spread the video on a social media platform you’d be met with resounding “Hell No!” answers. However, that gutcheck assumption got questioned...
The Grace To Dabble: Two Biglaw Firms Look To An AI-First Future
Lots of questions swirl around the use of AI by lawyers in general and young lawyers in particular. The questions all center around how do we train young lawyers to use AI tools safely and proficiently while ensuring they develop the skills firms want them to have? At...
Keeping Pace: How In-House Counsel Can Stay Ahead Of Rapidly Changing AI Laws
The speed of AI development gets most of the headlines, but the law is running a race of its own. Legislators and regulators are releasing new rules at a pace that can surprise even the most seasoned compliance teams. For in-house counsel, this creates a constant...
The Key To Biglaw’s Good Year? Raising Billable Rates
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Wells Fargo’s Legal Specialty Group Nine-Month 2025 Survey, the average standard billing rate for the top 200 firms rose how much year-over-year? Hint: The first nine months of 2025 saw a...
Another Day, Another Merger — See Also
Ashurst Merges With Perkins Coie: Together they have $2.58B in gross revenue! Relating To A Kardashian: Failing the bar sucks. More bar prep doesn’t make it any better. There Goes Another Benchslap!: Judge Fitzpatrick orders the DOJ to turn over everything. Harvey...
‘He’s Not Doing Nonsense’: Federal Appeals Panel Receptive to Tossed Plaintiffs’ Expert on Tylenol and Autism
In oral arguments on Monday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit criticized aspects of U.S. District Judge Denise Cote's 2023 ruling tossing all five plaintiffs' experts tying acetaminophen to autism and ADHD. In oral arguments on Monday, the U.S....
Apple Will Appeal $634M Jury Verdict in Patent Claim by Masimo Corp.
Apple said the single patent at issue in the case expired in 2022 “and is specific to historic patient monitoring technology from decades ago. We plan to appeal. Apple said the single patent at issue in the case expired in 2022 “and is specific to historic...
The Next Transatlantic Biglaw Heavyweight: Ashurst Ties The Knot With Perkins Coie
When we said that Biglaw had merger fever and that it was contagious, we really weren’t kidding. Two more large firms have just announced a combination. As reported by the American Lawyer, Ashurst — which has been searching for a U.S. partner for quite some time — and...
Kim Kardashian Ugly Cries Over Bar Prep And It’s The Most Relatable She’s Ever Been
Kim Kardashian is back on her “I’m-going-to-be-a-lawyer-dammit” grind, and this time she’s giving the world exactly what the California Bar never will: transparency. Earlier this month, Kim failed the bar exam, but instead of slinking away, she posted a full emotional...
Lindsey Halligan’s Math Ain’t Mathin’
On Friday afternoon, cosplay US Attorney Lindsey Halligan defended her A-plus prosecuting chops. “There are no missing minutes, contrary to the suggestion raised by the court,” she huffed, insisting that there was definitely no gap in the record of her presentation to...
5 Fast Wins Legal Tech Delivers
Law firms that embrace professional business platforms like 8am are reclaiming time, reducing risk, and delivering standout client experiences. Our friends at 8am have recently created this list of the benefits modern solutions can bring to your firm. Sign up today...
Harvey Crosses The Pond To UK Law Schools
Where do you go once you successfully infiltrate the T14? Wherever you want to! After establishing themselves as the go-to AI program for law school classrooms, Harvey is setting up shop in law schools around the UK. Based on their placement, they’re off to a very...
Legal Ethics Roundup: Judge Resigns In Protest, More AI Sanctions, Bar Complaint Against Halligan, SCOTUS Ethics Code Turns 2 & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal Ethics Roundup, here. Welcome to what captivates, haunts, inspires, and surprises me every week in the world of legal ethics. Hello from San Francisco....
15 Years Of Above The Law
(Photo via Getty Images)Fifteen years ago this week, David Lat, who then ran Above the Law, asked me, a veteran big-firm partner who had recently gone in-house, if I’d write a column for this online publication. I agreed. This link to my first column shows how I...
Four-Day Attendance Mandates Meet Reality: Partners Hope Associates Show Up, But Aren’t Holding Their Breath
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I continue to believe that firms requesting four days in-office aren’t really expecting it or are likely to achieve it. But it’s the hope that, ‘The more days we ask for, the more days they’re likely to show...
After 13 Supreme Court Arguments, SG Alum Picks Unconventional Path: Plaintiffs’ Work
Former Assistant to the U.S. Solicitor General Matthew Guarnieri has joined the plaintiff-side appellate boutique Gupta Wessler as its newest principal. Former Assistant to the U.S. Solicitor General Matthew Guarnieri has joined the plaintiff-side appellate...
Family Sues Telehealth Provider for Patient’s Suicide, Med-Mal Lawsuit Says
This action was surfaced by Law.com Radar, which delivers real-time alerting on new litigation across more than 2,900 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...
‘Last-Minute Strategy’ Lands $6M Win Against Blue Cross
"We really can hold Blue Cross Blue Shield to account for failing to pay for so many bills over many years," Raoul Cantero of White & Case, counsel for the plaintiff, said. "We really can hold Blue Cross Blue Shield to account for failing to pay for so many...
Trump Judges Outdo Biden Appointees in Total Opinions, Out-of-Circuit Cites, Study Finds
A preliminary draft of the study analyzed the performance of all federal judges under age 55 who were active between January 2023 and December 2024, using total opinions as a measure of productivity and out-of-circuit citations as a measure of influence, among other...
Northwestern to Face Fraudulent Concealment Claim in $3M Research Deal, Judge Says
"Northwestern knew that NDR planned to give Northwestern a $12.5 million donation solely for the purposes of funding research conducted by Dr. Siddique. NDR justifiably trusted that Northwestern would use NDR's donation to fund research conducted by Dr. Siddique, and...
Webcast: Driving Firm Clarity & Client Value with the Right Technology
Learn how law firms use modern dashboards and automated workflows to streamline operations, improve real-time case visibility, and elevate collaboration and client service through smart technology adoption. Learn how law firms use modern dashboards and automated...
JBS Settlement With AG Over Climate Pledge Offers Lessons for Companies and Regulators
“What you see in final settlement with the parties is an acknowledgment that the judge who heard this matter was very skeptical of the complaint, said Sheila Millar of Keller and Heckman. “What you see in final settlement with the parties is an acknowledgment...
Trump Yanks Nominee for IRS Chief Counsel, Adding to Agency’s Turmoil
The president backed away from Donald Korb after the conservative social media influencer Laura Loomer asserted that he was chummy with Democrats and had donated to Democratic candidates. The president backed away from Donald Korb after the conservative social...
Get With the Program! Decoding Legal Technology Abbreviations
Get to the Point! AI, LM, LLM: Teddy Snyder reminds us that one abbreviation can refer to a multitude of things. Context matters. The post Get With the Program! Decoding Legal Technology Abbreviations appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Smile, You’re On ‘Instant Karma Camera’ — See Generally
Racist Rant Costs Biglaw Recruiting Director Their Job: Hard to sell diversity when you’re caught on video proving why it’s needed. From Dominatrix To Defamation: A Lawsuit Odyssey: Biglaw’s latest scandal reads like a rejected Netflix pilot that still somehow got...
SEC, DOJ Work to ‘Ramp-Up’ as Staff Return After Record Shutdown
Staff working on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's regulatory functions “will have some real catching up to do, said attorney Richard Donoghue. Staff working on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's regulatory functions “will have some real...
SEC, DOJ Work to ‘Ramp Up’ as Staff Return After Record Shutdown
Staff working on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's regulatory functions “will have some real catching up to do, said attorney Richard Donoghue. Staff working on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's regulatory functions “will have some real...
Lawyers Marching In Defense Of Democracy Tomorrow Since Supreme Court Doesn’t Seem To Care
Last week, a lawyer attending the New York Bar Foundation gala spoke up to heckle Paul Weiss chair Brad Karp over the firm’s deal with the Trump administration. Afterward, a prominent authority on the business of law mused to me that we don’t level enough blame on the...
Capitalizing On The Dead — See Also
Lawyers Try To Get Away With Serving Motions To A Deceased Lawyer: Thankfully, the judge stepped in. Judge Orders Handover Of Over 20 Million Private ChatGPT Conversations: Judge Wang thinks anonymization will fix the problem. Big if. Rainmaker Reflects On Windsor:...
ABA Considers Repeal of Diversity Standard
A proposal to repeal the ABA's Standard 206, which governs diversity and inclusion in law schools, has been sent back to committee for further discussion. A proposal to repeal the ABA's Standard 206, which governs diversity and inclusion in law schools, has been...
Everyone’s Law School Journey Is Unique
In this episode, I chat with Victoria Inoyo, director of advising at Juris Education. Dive into the world of law school applications with insights on choosing the right path, weighing the cost, and finding a career that fits you. Victoria shares personal experiences,...
BBC Tells Trump To Sod Off … Politely
Britain’s national broadcaster will not be cutting a check to America’s president, thankyouverymuch. Auntie Beeb has closed the cupboard and will not be doling out biscuits to the naughty tyke in chief. After reading his lawyer’s bumptious demand letter that it fork...
Man Who Heckled Paul Weiss Chair Turns Out To Be A Lawyer With A Warning For The Profession’s Future
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. When the executive branch puts their fingers on the scales of justice and says, ‘I’m going to punish you for your viewpoint,’ everybody in the bar should start heckling. — Raymond J. Dowd, a partner at...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
Ed. Note: A weekly roundup of just a few items from Howard Bashman’s How Appealing blog, the Web’s first blog devoted to appellate litigation. Check out these stories and more at How Appealing. “A Senators-Only Right to Sue in Shutdown Deal; In their legislation...
Did You Really Think Attorney’s Admitted ‘Nazi Streak’ Would End His Political Career?!?!
If you thought the racist text scandal surrounding MAGA attorney Paul Ingrassia meant we’d get a break from hearing about him — hooboy, were you wrong! Last we heard, Ingrassia’s nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel was yanked after key GOP senators...
Future-Proofing Your Law Firm Marketing With AI And Smarter Digital Strategy
In this episode of the “Be That Lawyer” podcast, I sit down with Eric Ritter, CEO of Digital Neighbor, to explore how AI, shifting search behavior, and smarter digital strategy are reshaping marketing for law firms. Eric breaks down the practical steps firms must...
Keep Cool And CLE On: Handling Hiccups Like A Pro
Getty ImagesEd. note: Latest in a series. Read the prior installment here. As we continue our journey through “Lights, Camera, CLE: Making Your Presentation a Blockbuster,” we’ve covered the essentials of preparing for a successful CLE presentation and engaging your...
Lawyers Have A Harder Time Taking Vacation Than Other Professionals
I just finished a 10-day vacation through Central Europe, and it was great to get away and enjoy some time off from work. This was the longest time I took off from work in over a decade, and it was extremely restorative to step aside from legal duties for a while. My...
Podcast Guesting Strategies That Move The Needle For Lawyers
Partners in the largest law firms may have dedicated public relations staff who can take on the work of developing podcast guesting strategies to build on their existing reputation while further increasing name recognition and law firm visibility. For everyone else,...
Ashurst Nears Long-Awaited US Merger Deal
Seattle-founded Perkins Coie is also in merger talks, according to four sources familiar with the firm. Seattle-founded Perkins Coie is also in merger talks, according to four sources familiar with the firm.
ABA Council Punts Nondiscrimination Standard Proposals Back to Committee
The ABA Standards Committee recommended revisions to the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity standard that would remove any qualifying criteria, but council decided to send the revised standard back to the committee without any discussion or vote. The ABA...
Insurers Pursue RICO Case Against Lawyers, Litigation Funders and Medical Providers
"These are just frivolous lawsuits designed to kill the plaintiff personal injury bar," attorney Eric Subin, one of the defendants, claimed. "These are just frivolous lawsuits designed to kill the plaintiff personal injury bar," attorney Eric Subin, one of the...
Litigation Trends to Watch: Suits Strike at ChatGPT, Deceptive Subject Lines and Protein Products
Users claim ChatGPT causes addiction and psychological harm. Users claim ChatGPT causes addiction and psychological harm.
Judge Moves to Throw Out RICO Case Targeting KuCoin, Chainalysis
A Manhattan magistrate judge recommended dismissing a racketeering lawsuit accusing cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin and blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis of enabling thieves to launder stolen cryptocurrency. A Manhattan magistrate judge recommended dismissing...
Intellectual Property In “The Subcontinent”
The word “subcontinent” refers to a large landmass separated from Asia by some exceptionally large mountains to the North (the Himalayas) and by oceans on the other three sides of that landmass. The largest country within the subcontinent is India. It also includes...
‘Don’t Be Bamboozled’: Why GCs Should Approach AI With Both Excitement and Skepticism
"You need to make sure you have the right environment for experimentation—and the right structure around it," said Jim Shaughnessy, chief legal officer of DocuSign. "You need to make sure you have the right environment for experimentation—and the right structure...
Filling The Gap Left by Thaler as to When an AI-Generated Work May Be Copyrighted Due to Human Contribution and Prompt-Engineering
Attorneys following Thaler and AI's impact on copyright law would be well-served by examining the Allen Case. Therefore, this article discusses key arguments made in the MSJ to assist attorneys in assessing whether human input when using AI to generate a work may make...
Grape Slip-and-Fall Dispute Slides Forward Against Walmart, Federal Judge Rules
"We are happy the court denied the core of Walmart's motion and are looking forward to continuing to litigate this case to seek justice for our client," said Justin K. Gelfand of Margulis Gelfand in St. Louis, who is representing the plaintiff. "We are happy the...

























































































