In-house attorneys are “advantaged ... because they have greater context and situational awareness than outside counsel when it comes to operationalizing AI and other emerging technologies, Brightflag Chief Customer Officer Kevin Cohn said in his 2026...

U.S District Judge Leo T. Sorokin dismissed both securities fraud and insider trading claims against the pharmaceutical firm, which was represented by Latham & Watkins.       U.S District Judge Leo T. Sorokin dismissed both securities fraud and insider trading...

A total of 45 law schools appointed 47 law deans—23 were interim appointments—during the calendar year 2025       A total of 45 law schools appointed 47 law deans—23 were interim appointments—during the calendar year 2025       

Judicial appointees Cary Fischer, Natalie Barros and Andrés Casas all have backgrounds as prosecutors. The trio have also various worked as pro bono counsel, a professor, a litigator and court attorneys.       Judicial appointees Cary Fischer, Natalie Barros and...

"I have no doubt that the President wants to seek retribution against me," former Special Counsel Jack Smith said during a closed-door congressional deposition defending his former prosecutions of President Donald Trump.       "I have no doubt that the President wants...

“Being raised by a criminal law professor and an administrative law judge, I have tremendous respect for the judiciary and the valuable service they provide to our country and their communities each day, Aviva Abramovsky said in a statement.       “Being raised by a...

Laura Kadetsky's arrival at the Legal Defense Fund bolsters its leadership firepower at a time the Trump administration is rolling back legal protections for marginalized communities.       Laura Kadetsky's arrival at the Legal Defense Fund bolsters its leadership...

"I think we're probably going to see some applications that we're not anticipating. I'm sure people will be creative with it," said plaintiff's attorney, Sam Wilson.       "I think we're probably going to see some applications that we're not anticipating. I'm sure...

"The court's decision makes clear that school districts injure teachers when they compel or chill their speech on matters of public importance. A huge victory for the First Amendment, we are hopeful it gives others the courage to fight back against discriminatory...

Latham & Watkins advised Coinbase on its acquisition of prediction markets startup The Clearing Co., bolstering the cryptocurrency exchange's push toward a unified “Everything Exchange.       Latham & Watkins advised Coinbase on its acquisition of prediction...

The two defense teams are no strangers to high-profile proceedings. Maduro's lawyer has represented WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, while one of Flores' attorneys was part of a team that recommended impeachment proceedings against Texas Attorney General Ken...

“This was not a case of a typographical-type error or a couple of small inaccuracies, wrote U.S Magistrate Judge Justin Anand.       “This was not a case of a typographical-type error or a couple of small inaccuracies, wrote U.S Magistrate Judge Justin...

Microsoft replaced Hossein Nowbar this fall without saying why. A press release issued by ServiceNow Monday included a glowing quote from Microsoft President Brad Smith, who'd been Nowbar's boss.       Microsoft replaced Hossein Nowbar this fall without saying why. A...

Ali Najmi, formerly in private practice, will helm an advisory committee with a mandate to create a more legally and demographically diverse bench in New York City. Mamdani's executive order forming the committee also details new transparency and ethics...

“There is no record of any law restricting open carry at the Founding, let alone a distinctly similar historical regulation,'" wrote Ninth Circuit Judge Lawrence VanDyke, quoting from the high court's 2022 decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v....

Defense counsel Barry Pollack, the former president of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, said that Maduro's status as head of a sovereign state, as well as the legality of the U.S. military operation in which he was taken, would be raised in...

Polsinelli shareholder Patrick Muffo urged the defendants not to settle. "The problem is if you pay every patent troll that comes your way, there's going to be another patent troll right behind them.”       Polsinelli shareholder Patrick Muffo urged the defendants not...

“What remains to be seen is the midterm and longer-term consequences for the firms, both in terms of their ability to recruit and retain lawyers, and in terms of their ability to retain clients," said Scott Cummings, a legal ethics professor at UCLA School of...

"The thing to keep in mind is that random case assignment is subject to so many exceptions across the federal courts, said Syracuse University College of Law professor Katherine Macfarlane. “Random assignment is this exalted principle, but I don't even know if it's...

Survey shows more than three quarters of in-house counsel use AI to create marketing and advertising content       Survey shows more than three quarters of in-house counsel use AI to create marketing and advertising content       

Mukasey left the boutique firm he cofounded in 2019 to join Seyfarth Shaw's New York office as cochair of the firm's trial practice. Four lawyers are joining him from the boutique.       Mukasey left the boutique firm he cofounded in 2019 to join Seyfarth Shaw's New...

"Be authentic and honest, because many of the people around you could become genuine friends and most people want to help if you share any struggles. Tell people along the way how much you appreciate the things they've done for you. Keep in touch with the people you...

The military action raises prospects for major change in the once-thriving oil-based economy, while sending a warning to other leftist leaders in Latin America and prompting questions related to international law.       The military action raises prospects for major...

When the federal government first shut down on Oct. 1, many facets of the legal industry chugged along uninterrupted.       When the federal government first shut down on Oct. 1, many facets of the legal industry chugged along uninterrupted.       

Crenshaw's exit leaves the commission without a Democratic holdover at a moment of sharp policy change under Chairman Paul S. Atkins, whose leadership has emphasized industry flexibility and reduced enforcement—an approach Crenshaw repeatedly warned could expose...

Student associations and governments from 18 top-tier law schools signed a joint letter that asserts "accelerated timelines have also begun to undermine legal education, student and staff well-being, and the recruitment market."       Student associations and...

Lichtenstein was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for his involvement in a money-laundering conspiracy stemming from the hack and theft of approximately 120,000 Bitcoin from the global cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex.       Lichtenstein was sentenced to 60...

Law Crossing found the overall employment rate was 87.1%, the median starting salary for all graduates was $95,000, the average cost of a three-year program was $217,480, with a national average first-time bar passage rate of 78%.       Law Crossing found the overall...

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier had argued that letting lawyers who want to work for the government hold Florida Bar membership for up to three years without having to take the state's Bar exam would address staffing issues and allow the state government to...

In Cline v. Sunoco, Inc. R&M, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit largely affirmed the federal district court's rulings certifying a class and awarding damages, and in the process, adopted the majority test for determining whether the class members are...

While Linklaters is the fastest grower, it is also hosts the smallest U.S. presence of the trio, the latest LLP accounts show.       While Linklaters is the fastest grower, it is also hosts the smallest U.S. presence of the trio, the latest LLP accounts...

Despite white-collar defense practice shifts, several firm leaders said 2025 was a busy year for their D.C. offices, with higher education, trade and investigations practices staying active.       Despite white-collar defense practice shifts, several firm leaders said...

The merger gives Taft a new presence in Atlanta and a second office in Washington, D.C.       The merger gives Taft a new presence in Atlanta and a second office in Washington, D.C.       

"Balancing requires the ability to prioritize, trust in your team and practice effective delegation. I have immense trust and respect for Nadira Clarke, my co-leader for the group; being able to share the burden and lead with a trusted compatriot is a winning formula....

Here, Law.com takes a look at what securities litigators are paying attention to in 2026.       Here, Law.com takes a look at what securities litigators are paying attention to in 2026.       

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission invited white men who have experienced workplace discrimination based on race or sex to contact the agency.       The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission invited white men who have experienced workplace discrimination...

The Legal Accountability Project, which advocates for law clerks, stated in a news release Tuesday that its complaint is based on information it received from several former clerks raising concerns about Sarah A.L. Merriam's workplace conduct.       The Legal...

Sources did not disclose a payment date or hours requirements, though King & Spalding said earlier this year it required associates to reach the industry standard of 1,950 billable hours to be eligible for bonuses.       Sources did not disclose a payment date or...

In Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Georgia, the top schools didn't fare as well compared to lower-ranked schools for July 2025 bar passage rates.       In Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Georgia, the top schools didn't fare as well compared to lower-ranked schools for July...

"My CEO is saying, 'How are you managing your budget? Can't you use AI? Let head count be flat next year,'" said Lisa Roberts, general counsel of Stax Payments.       "My CEO is saying, 'How are you managing your budget? Can't you use AI? Let head count be flat next...

Once unthinkable, private equity reshaped the legal market in 2025. These five PE investment models explain why 2026 may be the year Big Law can no longer hold the line.       Once unthinkable, private equity reshaped the legal market in 2025. These five PE investment...

"Start by leading from where you are. Take ownership, mentor others, and think beyond your own docket. Leadership is about mindset—being proactive, collaborative, and committed to the success of the team as a whole. And there's no better way to position yourself for a...

The incoming New York City mayor also reiterated his desire to rapidly expand the city's Law Department, saying "there's a clear need for a few hundred additional lawyers."       The incoming New York City mayor also reiterated his desire to rapidly expand the city's...

“As the law on whether or not cryptocurrencies or exchanges are securities is evolving, this ruling provides celebrity promoters and other marketers working on national platforms some comfort that they can't be hauled into a jurisdiction where they have not focused...

Big Law firms ramped up their lateral machinery, making group laterals and lift-outs a key part of their playbooks in 2025.       Big Law firms ramped up their lateral machinery, making group laterals and lift-outs a key part of their playbooks in...

Nekia Hackworth Jones was among the Securities and Exchange Commission's highest-ranking Black lawyers. She led the agency's Atlanta Regional Office before becoming one of the Division of Enforcement's four deputy directors in April.       Nekia Hackworth Jones was...