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Sure, NOW Nationwide Injunctions Are A Problem

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! When was the first universal injunction issued in the United States? Hint: Nationwide injunctions became a conservative hobby horse when Trump’s policies were being blocked, but the practice has an...

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Judge Sides With Susman Godfrey in 4th Law Firm EO Win

Judge Sides With Susman Godfrey in 4th Law Firm EO Win

U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan deemed the executive order against Susman Godfrey unconstitutional, enjoining all agencies of the federal government from enacting any part of the executive order.       U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan deemed the executive order...

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Judge Sides With Susman Godfrey in 4th Law Firm EO Win

Judge Sides With Susman Godfrey in 4th Law Firm EO Win

U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan deemed the executive order against Susman Godfrey unconstitutional, enjoining all agencies of the federal government from enacting any part of the executive order.       U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan deemed the executive order...

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Stat(s) Of The Week: Perennial Favorites

Stat(s) Of The Week: Perennial Favorites

Although there’s been some movement near the top of the latest ATL law school rankings, a few institutions have been consistent leaders over the past decade. Three schools have made the Top 5 for at least eight of the last 10 years: Duke (nine times) University of...

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Are Lawyers More Likely To Suffer Health Problems?

Most lawyers can attest that being an attorney is a stressful occupation due to the conflict and human drama that lawyers experience daily. In addition, many lawyers work long hours, which only compounds the stress and adverse health effects. Perhaps owing to this...

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Will Willkie’s West Coast Rebuild Be an Uphill Battle?

Will Willkie’s West Coast Rebuild Be an Uphill Battle?

After losing more than half of its San Francisco-based litigators to Cooley this month, some say Willkie Farr & Gallagher will have a challenging time recovering.       After losing more than half of its San Francisco-based litigators to Cooley this month, some...

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Milbank’s Spine Makes A Reappearance

Milbank’s Spine Makes A Reappearance

The nine Biglaw firms that capitulated to the threats of Donald Trump and agreed to provide hundred of millions in pro bono payola to conservative clients and causes have garnered a lot of criticism from around the industry. And for good reason — the Executive Orders...

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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

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. “Justice Department Says the Trump Administration Plans to Re-Deport...

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Morning Docket: 06.27.25

Morning Docket: 06.27.25

* McDermott & Schulte approve merger. [Law360] * Looming deadline in Perkins Coie case may signal if the DOJ sees any path forward. [National Law Journal] * Former Justice Anthony Kennedy says “democracy is at risk.” Yeah, buddy, and whose fault is that?...

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Tough Market Persists for International Big Law Applicants

Tough Market Persists for International Big Law Applicants

Candidates already approved for OPT or H-1B status have a leg up, but still face a buyer's market for associate talent.       Candidates already approved for OPT or H-1B status have a leg up, but still face a buyer's market for associate talent.       

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A Big Thanks To Our Advertisers

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Trump Deals Have a Disparate Impact Across Big Law

Trump Deals Have a Disparate Impact Across Big Law

The Trump administration's deals with nine law firms to avoid or resolve an executive order have shaken up the legal industry's talent market.       The Trump administration's deals with nine law firms to avoid or resolve an executive order have shaken up the legal...

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Trump Deals Have a Disparate Impact Across Big Law

Trump Deals Have a Disparate Impact Across Big Law

The Trump administration's deals with nine law firms to avoid or resolve an executive order have shaken up the legal industry's talent market.       The Trump administration's deals with nine law firms to avoid or resolve an executive order have shaken up the legal...

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How the Legal Ops Role Is Evolving in the Gen AI Era

How the Legal Ops Role Is Evolving in the Gen AI Era

Experts in the Blickstein Group's “Legal Ops: Top Challenges and KPIs—and Leveraging Technology for Positive Impact webinar discussed how legal operations professionals are in challenging positions but can adapt to new demands and responsibilities.       Experts in...

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How the Legal Ops Role Is Evolving in the Gen AI Era

How the Legal Ops Role Is Evolving in the Gen AI Era

Experts in the Blickstein Group's “Legal Ops: Top Challenges and KPIs—and Leveraging Technology for Positive Impact webinar discussed how legal operations professionals are in challenging positions but can adapt to new demands and responsibilities.       Experts in...

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Vault Ranks The Best Summer Associate Programs (2026)

Vault Ranks The Best Summer Associate Programs (2026)

Summer associate programs are still underway at Biglaw firms across the country, but soon, for those who haven’t already been precruited, early recruitment interviews will begin for next year’s eager crop of would-be summer associates. With current summers itching to...

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What Harvey Got That The Rest Of Us Missed

What Harvey Got That The Rest Of Us Missed

There’s been some big news in legal tech circles recently. Harvey, a broad-based AI provider to law firms across practice areas and workflows, and LexisNexis announced a strategic alliance that will enable Harvey users to now have access to and integrate with the...

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How Much Do Law School Rankings Matter?

How Much Do Law School Rankings Matter?

Last week, Above the Law announced its 2025 ranking of the Top 50 Law Schools based on the criteria that we believe measure success. We’ve also released a do-it-yourself ranking tool through which you can generate your own ranking based on the factors that matter most...

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If Not The Billable Hour, Then What?

If Not The Billable Hour, Then What?

Picking your pricing model isn’t just business savvy; it’s client-smart.  Each pricing structure has its perks and quirks, however, so knowing the ins and outs helps you nail the perfect version for your firm.  Join Above the Law and our friends at AffiniPay at July...

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Karen Read Post-Trial Arguments Get Saucy

Karen Read Post-Trial Arguments Get Saucy

For him to attempt to supplant his personal views for that of the jury is a desperate attempt to save face in the wake of a unanimous rejection of the prosecution’s case. — Karen Read attorney Alan Jackson, responding to an earlier statement by special prosecutor Hank...

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Morning Docket: 06.26.25

Morning Docket: 06.26.25

* Judges are delaying retirement under Trump II — and it’s not just the liberals! [Bloomberg Law] * Another Trump L in court as a federal judge held the presidents abrupt closing of Job Corps without Congressional approval is likely illegal. [Reuters] * Benson is...

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Mind Your Gum, Please — See Also

Mind Your Gum, Please — See Also

Federal Judge Takes Court Room Littering Seriously: Bet they won’t treat the table underside as a gum receptacle again. Make Work-Life Balance A Little Easier!: Vault ran the numbers to see which firms are your best bet. Much Ado About Two Days: Trump administration...

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