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The Biglaw Firms Where Lawyers Did The Most Pro Bono Work (2023)
Which law firms were the best at giving back? The post The Biglaw Firms Where Lawyers Did The Most Pro Bono Work (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.Law schools across the country are either finishing up (thanks, precruiting!) or gearing up for their early...
RFK Insists SCOTUS Smackdown Means He Is BIG WINNER In Social Media LOLsuit Against Biden Admin
The Fifth Circuit is a gross mess. And this guy can make it worse. The post RFK Insists SCOTUS Smackdown Means He Is BIG WINNER In Social Media LOLsuit Against Biden Admin appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)On June 26, the Supreme Court...
Will Biglaw Firms Really ‘Regret’ Leaving China?
This former justice secretary thinks Biglaw firms won't be happy with their decision to leave China. The post Will Biglaw Firms Really ‘Regret’ Leaving China? appeared first on Above the Law.(Photo by Kevin Frayer/Getty Images)Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature,...
In A First For Law Practice Management Platforms, Clio Rolls Out An Integrated E-Filing Service In Texas
Clio has said that it plans to expand the feature into other states that accept e-filing. The post In A First For Law Practice Management Platforms, Clio Rolls Out An Integrated E-Filing Service In Texas appeared first on Above the Law.Last October, during its...
How One Elder Law Attorney Bridges The Generation Gap
It’s not impossible. The latest Non-Eventcast shows you how. The post How One Elder Law Attorney Bridges The Generation Gap appeared first on Above the Law.Elder law attorneys have a tough gig. They must manage their clients (the elders) and their kids (who assist in...
This Biglaw Firm Is Dominating In Private Equity
Congrats! The post This Biglaw Firm Is Dominating In Private Equity appeared first on Above the Law.Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!According to Vault’s most recent practice area rankings, which Biglaw firm is best in private...
Trump-Appointed Judge Sees His Way Out — See Also
Glad To See You Leave: The details on Judge Kindred's departure show he should have never been there. Would Love To See You Work: Will Merrick Garland do everyone a solid and investigate Clarence Thomas? Wouldn't Do That If I Were You: If you're going to carjack...
Limitations of Generative AI in Civil Jury Trials
"Generative AI, despite its many advantages, falls short in the nuanced, adaptive, and human-centric world of civil jury trials," writes James Yoon. Generative AI has made significant strides in various fields, promising to revolutionize how we handle complex...
FTC Bans Popular Messaging App From Signing Up Kids, Says It Bullied Them
"This alleged conduct, tailormade to manipulate the vulnerable teenage psyche, was reprehensible and unfair," FTC Commissioner Andrew Ferguson said. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand...
Biden Moves Swiftly to Formally Nominate US Judge in Phila. After Pratter’s Death
"Judge [Gail] Weilheimer has served the people of Southeastern Pennsylvania for decades, bringing to the table a wealth of experience ranging from the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office to Abington Township Commissioner to the Montgomery County Court of Common...
Can Music Make a Rainmaker?
"By using catchy lyrics and good hooks, we now have songs that reveal truths about how to become business developers," writes David H. Freeman. Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand...
Federal Appeals Court Weighs Fiduciary Rule for Financial Retirement Plans
Two energy companies were joined by 26 GOP attorneys general in opposing an ERISA rule that clarifies climate change and diversity as issues protected by the environment, social and governance factors fiduciaries can consider when preparing retirement funds for...
‘An Am Law 200 Firm in Your Home Office’: Fennemore Launches Remote Lawyer Program
Fennemore Forward currently has 18 attorneys, under the leadership of Chris Wilson, who led the remote lawyer program at Atlanta's Taylor English Duma. Phoenix-headquartered Fennemore Craig has added a new remote lawyering platform to its growing...
NYU Settles Antisemitism Suit, as Kasowitz Pushes Other Universities to ‘Follow Their Lead’
Marc Kasowitz is also representing student plaintiffs in other Title VI antisemitism cases against Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University. New York University, represented by O’Melveny & Myers, confirmed Tuesday it has settled...
Appeals Court Clears Counsel of Sanctions Ordered Under Phila.’s Med Mal Program
The Superior Court ruled that sanctions "must be based in the rules or supported by contempt law, and must be based on actions in the individual case, not a courtwide policy for imposition of sanctions." Premium SubscriptionWith this subscription you will...
Judge Says a Jury Should Decide Whether ‘Oral Agreement’ for Base Salary Existed Between Attorney, Former Firm
"Specifically, Freeland's pay statements demonstrate some discrepancies between pay periods, contrary to his assertion that he was always paid consistently. For instance, Freeland's pay statements show that there were several pay periods when Freeland received nothing...
Law Firm Faces Libel Suit After Reposting News Article About Its Case
Although Javerbaum Wurgaft's client has his own suit against Holtec, the litigation privilege does not apply because the law firm made defamatory statements that went beyond those in the complaint, Holtec's suit claims. A defamation suit targeting a New Jersey...
Just-Launched Quench Uses Gen AI to Bring Greater Speed and Accuracy to Medico-Legal Records Review
A cardiologist with a background in medical technology, computer science and artificial intelligence has launched a product for legal professionals and physician expert witnesses that targets the tedious task of reviewing and analyzing thousands of pages of medical...
LawNext Podcast: How Clearbrief Helps Lawyers Find the Best Facts to Support their Writing, with Founder Jacqueline Schafer
Jacqueline Schafer, the founder and CEO of Clearbrief, was inspired to start the company based on her own experiences as a litigator and appellate advocate. A pivotal moment for her came in an asylum case she was handling pro bono, when her ability to point the judge...
Senate Confirms Nancy Maldonado as First Hispanic Judge to Serve on 7th Circuit
Maldonado, who was confirmed in a 53-45 vote, will be the first Hispanic judge to sit on the Chicago-based appeals court. 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...
The Supreme Court Protected Domestic Violence Victims This Term. Will it Continue?
It's possible the decision may spur other states to pass laws similar to the one in California. 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...
Weil Launches Offices in LA and SF, Recruiting Latham Private Equity Partners
The full buildout of its new offices will be a combination of some existing Weil personnel from its Silicon Valley office, which it intends to maintain, and other U.S. offices, as well as lateral hires, the firm said. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link...
The Specificity Funnel: From Ambition to Action
Jay Harrington | When it comes to building your practice, specificity is your roadmap, and action is your vehicle. The Specificity Funnel gives you both. The post The Specificity Funnel: From Ambition to Action appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms...