Top 10 Biglaw Firm Decides The Future Is Smaller: Hundreds of support staff are out, and leadership cites AI as …
‘Insulting’: Fox News Panel Implodes as Host Clashes With Liberal Guest Over Voter ID
The United States is facing a major test of American democracy as experts warn that the Trump administration is dragging …
New Beginnings After Nearly 20 Years — See Also
Lowenstein Sandler Gets A New Managing Partner: This should provide more bandwidth for leadership and management of the firm. Kathryn …
The Alito Retirement Rumor Mill Is Swirling
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Speculation that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will …
Harvey Opens Brick-And-Mortar Shop In Dallas
Whether it’s the $11B valuation, taking law firms by storm, or making its model the go-to learning tool for top …
To Retire Or Not? That Is The Question.
Ed. note: This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership …
The Moment Legal Found Out What ‘Ready’ Really Means
A year or so ago, most legal departments were still testing. AI pilots. Workflow trials. Small process experiments. Everyone was …
Rogan on Epstein Files: ‘Looks Terrible’ for Trump
A stark report from one of the main independent European think tanks says there is no going back to any …
Hubris Or Poor Judgment? As Epstein Files Loomed, The Clock Was Ticking On Brad Karp’s Power At Paul, Weiss
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [W]hy didn’t Karp quit sooner? How could he not have …
Far Right Extremist Leader Puts Trump on Notice Over Epstein Files
A stark report from one of the main independent European think tanks says there is no going back to any …
DOJ Flames Judiciary Over Impertinent Demand For Competent US Attorneys
The Justice Department’s war with the judiciary over US Attorneys continues to escalate, with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche gleefully …
Georgetown Law Hires New Dean With Experience Surviving GOP Witch-Hunt
Being prepared to weather a Republican-led culture war inquisition wasn’t always a requirement to lead a world-class academic institution, but …
Taylor Swift Sues Bedding Company For Using Cursive
You don’t have to step on Taylor Swift’s lawn for her to sue you. She’s got a Reputation for taking …
Courtroom Competence Isn’t Included With A Law Degree — This Program Pays Law Students To Get It Right
Lindsey Halligan, the former insurance attorney who spent some time “masquerading” — to use a federal judge’s words — as …
This Biglaw Firm Is Restructuring Its Top Leadership Role After Nearly 20 Years
For nearly two decades, leadership at Lowenstein Sandler has been a two-for-one deal. Since 2008, Gary Wingens has served as both …
Office Work Can Be Less Productive Than Work From Home
Most of us within the legal profession remember when many law firms permitted attorneys and staff to work from home …
AI In Law: In-House Teams vs. Big Firms — The Real Disruption Coming
In this conversation, I’m joined by “The Subscription Attorney,” Mathew Kerbis, to discuss how AI is fundamentally changing the power …
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 …
Trump DOJ Launches Bunk Investigation Of Netflix Merger As a Favor To Larry Ellison
We told you this was coming months ago. The Trump Department of Justice (DOJ) says it has initiated a broad investigation of Netflix’s …
Trump’s Pardon ‘Blizzard’ Grows With Clemency for Five Former NFL Players
News Published 4 hours ago on February 13, 2026 A stark report from one of the main independent European think …
‘No Going Back’: Report Warns Post-MAGA America Will Never Be the Same
A stark report from one of the main independent European think tanks says there is no going back to any …
The Argument Doesn’t Need To Be Good To Work — See Also
Trump’s Bad Legal Takes Still Have Efficacy: Legal losses haven’t stopped the bullying from working on some firms. Pose! Prosecute! …
Biglaw’s ‘Warning Sign’
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the Thomson Reuters Institute’s latest Law Firm …
A Song Of ICE And Firing
(Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images) Anyone else stressed by the world around us? Punxsutawney Phil poked his head out, as …
‘Political Stunt’: Trump Admin Rages After NYC Re-Raises Pride Flag at Stonewall
Several New York Times opinion columnists gathered to share their thoughts on President Donald Trump, warning of what they see …
Critical Training In The Age Of GenAI May Require Training The Trainers
One of the big worries in the age of AI is training younger lawyers, as I and others have discussed …
In A Marriage Of Legal Editing Tools, BriefCatch Has Acquired WordRake And Its 12 Editing Patents
When it comes to standalone editing software for legal professionals, there have been basically three choices: BriefCatch, WordRake, and PerfectIt. …
It’s Time For Future Law Students To Say Goodbye To The Remote LSAT
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. This was a necessary step by LSAC—they had to shut …
Trump Administration Bullies One Of Biglaw’s Best Diversity Initiatives Out Of Existence
Well, this is how progress dies in Biglaw… with governmental posturing and a whole lot of institutional cowardice. Diversity Lab …
A Pillar of Support: How Chicago Lawyers’ Committee Helped NDoula Community Alliance Build Capacity and Confidence
When Mai Heath founded NDoula Community Alliance, a nonprofit focused on health equity and social justice for Black mothers and …
That’s A Lot Of Love For Jeffrey Epstein — See Also
Emails Show Ken Starr Was Very Buddy-Buddy With Epstein: Read about former Baylor University president’s exchanges here. Former DLA Piper …
District Attorney Sanctioned Over Secret AI Use In Court Filings
AI has been taking the “y” out of “your” work product for years now. As courts succumb to the apparent …
Meet The $4,000/Hr Biglaw Partners
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to reporting by Reuters, which Biglaw firm …
From Doom Scrolling To Rainmaking: Why Lawyers Who Do Everything End Up Invisible
Last night, my wife and I did that thing many of you know too well. We sat on the couch …
‘Not Making Any Comments’: GOP Rep Stays Silent as Johnson Tries to Stop Early Exit
The Trump administration is facing blowback after putting out conflicting reports from top officials at multiple agencies — and after …
JD Vance Tells Olympic Athletes To ‘Play Sports,’ Not ‘Pop Off’ About Politics
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. My advice to them would be to try to bring …
Ken Starr Writing To ‘My Friend, My Brother’ Jeffrey Epstein
Ken Starr spent the 90s and millions of taxpayer dollars investigating a real estate deal that turned up nothing before …
Morning Docket: 02.11.26
* Trump administration tried to indict lawmakers who accurately described the military’s obligation to not follow illegal orders. Jeanine Pirro …
How Perkins Coie Harnessed Data-Driven Insights And Bolstered Client Service
Editor’s note: Second in a series. The Litera Foundation knowledge management platform doesn’t just have customers. It has superfans — law …
Thousands Of Law Students Demand Congress Allow The Constitution To Apply To ICE
The folks who haven’t even passed the bar yet are more committed to defending the Constitution than the corps of …
FAMU Puts ‘Black’ Back In Black History Month After Clearing Up Bad Legal Interpretation
It’s a “B History” miracle! Yesterday, we wrote on about students at Florida A&M University’s College of Law being told …
Merger Mayhem: Perkins Coie ‘Thinking About’ Partner Retention Bonuses Ahead Of Ashurst Tie-Up
Back in November 2025, Perkins Coie announced its plans to combine with Ashurst, a transatlantic tie-up expected to propel the firm into …
Friday Is The Deadline To Vote! Here Are The Current Standings. Vote Now To Pick The 15 Startups That Will Go To Startup Alley At ABA Techshow In March
This Friday, Feb. 13, is the deadline to vote. Your votes determine the 15 legal tech startups that will get to …
Employers Celebrated PBM Reform. The Reality Is More Complicated.
The post Employers Celebrated PBM Reform. The Reality Is More Complicated. appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 02.10.26
* Maxwell refused to answer questions for Congress, but dangles possibility that she would talk if granted clemency. Surely it …
‘Bullies’: Backlash as Trump Admin Pulls Pride Flag From Stonewall National Monument
President Donald Trump’s Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, admitted during congressional testimony that he took his family to convicted sex …
‘Lied About His Ties’: Fury After ‘Fraud’ Lutnick Says He Took Family to Epstein Island
President Donald Trump’s Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, admitted during congressional testimony that he took his family to convicted sex …
Trump Pushes Claim Schiff and Swalwell OK’d Leaks to ‘Overthrow’ the Government
President Donald Trump’s Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, admitted during congressional testimony that he took his family to convicted sex …
Jeffrey Epstein: Biglaw Career Counselor?
Kathryn Ruemmler (Photo by William B. Plowman/NBC/NBC Newswire/NBCUniversal via Getty Images) The 3 million pages of materials in the latest …
With Two Weeks Left To Vote, Here Are The Standings For ABA Techshow’s Startup Alley
With just two weeks left to pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the 10th-annual Startup …
AI Tools Are A Starting Point — Not A Substitute — For Legal Research
In 2026, generative artificial intelligence (AI) use in law firms is becoming commonplace. Data from the soon-to-be-released 8am 2026 Legal …
So What Does Brad Karp Think About The Latest Epstein File Revelations?
Mr. Karp attended two group dinners in New York City and had a small number of social interactions by email, …
3 Questions For A Litigation Funding Startup Founder (Part I)
It has been a while since we profiled someone working at a litigation funder on these pages, by my count …
The 4 Biotech Companies On Track To IPO This Week Despite The Government Shutdown
The post The 4 Biotech Companies On Track To IPO This Week Despite The Government Shutdown appeared first on Above …
George Conway Wants One Federal Building Named for Trump
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is under fire over her anti-gun remarks, becoming the latest Trump administration official caught in a …
‘Unacceptable and Intolerable’: Pirro’s Gun Crackdown Comments Trigger Right-Wing Revolt
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is under fire over her anti-gun remarks, becoming the latest Trump administration official caught in a …
Trump Rages at NYT Overnight — Says He Is Now Seeking $1 Billion From Harvard
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro is under fire over her anti-gun remarks, becoming the latest Trump administration official caught in a …
Morning Docket: 02.02.26
* Biglaw grapples with Epstein list cameos. [NY Post] * Delaware Supreme Court rewrites settlement to give Elon Musk the …
Good Migration — See Also
Goodbye McGlinchey Stafford, Hello Womble Bond Dickinson!: This firm just got a windfall of great talent! Reagan-Appointed Judge Accuses Trump …
This Law School Has Real New York City Cred
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which law school is the oldest in New …
‘Adventures In Legal Tech’: Efficiency, AI, And Business Planning For The Solo Practitioner
What are the most effective AI tools for lawyers? With so many options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed …
New York Governor Wants Lawyers To ‘Fight Like Hell’ For The Rule Of Law
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Listen up, lawyers, because this could be a business lead …
Law Students Protest Culture War Dean Firing
When it comes to picking a law school dean the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville had one question that carried …
Canadian Prime Minister Warns World Order Has Ruptured
In a stark warning on the first anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second term in office, The Bulwark’s editor, Jonathan …
Willkie Farr Hit With $735 Million Fraud Lawsuit
It’s been an eventful year for Willkie Farr & Gallagher. The firm bent the knee to Donald Trump, pledging $100 …
3 Questions For A Patent Litigator Turned Legal Recruiter (Part II)
Last week, I presented Part I of my written interview with a former patent litigator turned legal recruiter, Khurram Naik. …
Partnerships, Legal Education, Marriages… Lawyers Were Destroying Everything Last Week — See Generally
Another Biglaw Single-Tier Partnership Falls: The path to upward mobility got a little narrower. Florida And Texas Take Over Legal …
‘Is Canada Next?’ Ex-Trump Official Says Greenland Threat Worse Than Imagined
News Published 8 hours ago on January 19, 2026 President Donald Trump’s latest shot across the bow—a letter to the …
‘Dictators’ Tea Party’: Trump’s Board of Peace Ridiculed as New Details Revealed
News Published 8 hours ago on January 19, 2026 President Donald Trump’s latest shot across the bow—a letter to the …
The Inevitable Commoditization Of GenAI: What Will It Mean For Legal?
It’s early 2027. Most law firms and in-house legal departments are rapidly moving to OpenAI Legal which launched in the …
Law Firm Sent Out Fake Christmas Vouchers. Staff Want To Ram Coal Up Leadership’s Chimneys.
Phishing attacks represent an ever-increasing threat to law firms. A law firms can find itself staring down massive ransom payments …
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 …
State Department Threatens UK Over Grok Investigation, Because Only The US Is Allowed To Ban Foreign Apps
So let me get this straight. The United States government spent years championing a ban on TikTok, rushed it through the Supreme …
Morning Docket: 01.16.26
* ICE detaining Native Americans and then telling their tribes that they will only release information about the people they’ve …
Trump Dangles Another Insurrection Act Threat for Minnesota
With the first year of his second term drawing to a close, President Donald Trump is being confronted by multiple crises, …
With Shutdown Looming and Crises Growing Trump Heads Off for Long Mar-a-Lago Weekend
With the first year of his second term drawing to a close, President Donald Trump is being confronted by multiple crises, …
The New Landscape of Workplace Retaliation in 2026
Workplace retaliation remains a common employment law complaint in New York City, and 2026 brings renewed attention to how workers …
Pay Transparency Audits in NYC: What Employers Should Expect in 2026
Since NYC began requiring salary ranges in job postings, regulators have monitored employer compliance more closely each year. In 2026, …
Out of Sight, Not Out of Mind: Racial Microaggressions in NYC’s Remote and Hybrid Workplace
Racial microaggressions did not disappear when employees moved to remote and hybrid work. Instead, many workers now experience subtle bias …
National Origin Discrimination in NYC: How Immigration Status Affects Workplace Rights
National origin discrimination can affect workers in many different industries in New York City, and it often raises questions about …
Social Media and Job Security in NYC: What Employers Can and Can’t Do
Your social media activity can affect your job prospects in New York City, but employers must follow strict rules when …
Mind The Gap Between What Lawyers Need And Many Vendors’ Focus
Wait, what? Some recent research reveals a gap: 70% of legal tech investment targets vendors who focus on the 40% …
A Ukrainian City Under Assault By The Russian Military Or An American City Besieged By ICE: Which Is Worse?
I was in Ukraine this fall. While I was there, I happened to be in Lviv while it was being …
Epic & Providers Sue Health Gorilla Over Alleged Data Exploitation
The post Epic & Providers Sue Health Gorilla Over Alleged Data Exploitation appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 01.14.26
* Supreme Court heard challenges to laws targeting trans athletes and the argument went about as you’d expect. [Balls and …
Federal Officer Who Shot Renee Good ‘In Hiding’: Report
News Published 23 hours ago on January 13, 2026 As Republicans continue their exodus from the House, a CNN analyst …
The New Year Is A Time For Endings — See Generally
Midsize Law Firm Begins New Year By Closing: Firm’s resolution appears to have been to shed all its offices. Judge …
Lawyers Sometimes Hide Health Issues From Clients
As a finite supply of business exists in the legal industry, practitioners need to compete against each other. Clients consider many …
‘New Racist’ Judge Now Newly Unemployed
Some people really struggle with distinguishing between individual and systemic responsibility when both are at play. For example, as important …
Are We Prepared To Deal With The Coming Wearable Revolution?
The buzz this year at CES isn’t just agentic AI. It’s also wearables and their coming power and use. And …
Biglaw’s Merger Whisperers Have Advised More Than 80% Of The Am Law 100
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Our clients speak to our position in the marketplace: we’ve …
Biglaw’s M&A Party Hit $4.6 Trillion, And Kirkland Still Drank Everyone Else’s Champagne
A new report confirms what M&A associates already knew in their bones: the mergers and acquisitions market wasn’t just hot …
Ethics Authority Won’t Pursue Brendan Carr Charges Because Alleged Misconduct Was Too… Obvious?
Remember when FCC Chair Brendan Carr started publicly fronting that he’d use his authority to punish Disney and ABC because …
Choosing Growth Over Fear: How Lawyers Create Positive Change From The Inside Out
Getty Images In this session, I sat down with Susan Filan to explore how fear influences decisions, momentum, and satisfaction …
‘Easy Way’ or ‘Hard Way’: Trump Threatens Greenland Again
News Published 2 hours ago on January 9, 2026 President Donald Trump came under fire after boasting that the biggest …
‘Hot Ticket’ Big Oil Meeting: Trump Slammed Over Venezuela Policy
President Donald Trump came under fire after boasting that the biggest names in the oil industry would be joining him …
‘Backroom Strategy Backfired’: Dem Cheers as Jordan Invites Jack Smith to Open Hearing
News Published 2 hours ago on January 9, 2026 President Donald Trump came under fire after boasting that the biggest …
‘Double Whammy for Affordability’ Revealed in Trump Jobs Report: Policy Expert
News Published 2 hours ago on January 9, 2026 President Donald Trump came under fire after boasting that the biggest …
Legal Tech Spending Surges 9.7% As Firms Race To Integrate AI, Says Report On State Of Legal Market
Law firms dramatically accelerated their technology investments in 2025, with spending on tech and knowledge management tools growing 9.7% and …
The Most Searched For Biglaw Firms (2025)
Biglaw firms are ranked in a multitude of ways, from gross revenue to size to quality of life and even …
*Another* U.S. Attorney Disqualified After Failing The ‘Actually Appointed’ Test
Before 2025, fake U.S. attorneys weren’t a thing. But in his second term in office, Donald Trump has been attempting …
Lawyers, Staff Left ‘Scrambling For Jobs’ After Firm Announces Sudden Closure Plans
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [McGlinchey Stafford is a] well-respected firm who hired really …
Judge With Overinflated View Of His Intelligence Blasts Judges For ‘Overinflated View Of Their Intelligence’
“Too many judges think that they’re better than other people,” writes Fifth Circuit Judge James Ho in a new piece …
A World Cup Ticket Isn’t A Souvenir. It’s A Contract Of Adhesion.
FIFA has managed to turn World Cup ticketing into an international spectacle before a single match has even started. In …
In ‘Historic’ Rebuke Senate Votes to Curtail Trump
A video obtained by HuffPost appears to show federal agents preventing a man who identified himself as a physician from …
Tales From The Witness Stand: What ‘Winning’ Expert Testimony Looks Like
Whether you’re cross-examining or putting forth an expert witness, effectively managing their testimony is a difficult task. Experts must garner …
‘Significant Rebuke’: Republicans Preparing to Push Back on Trump
A video obtained by HuffPost appears to show federal agents preventing a man who identified himself as a physician from …
Attorney Accused Of Stalking And Filming Teenager Indicted On 91 Felony Counts
Former Ohio legal aid attorney Matthew Nicholas Currie, 50, is facing a mountain of felony charges for what prosecutors say …
A New Year, A New You
It’s a new year, which means it can be a new you. Many take on New Year’s Resolutions. Perhaps a …
Business Origination Skills In The Age Of Agentic AI: Is There Anything New Under The Sun?
The skills clients will demand from their lawyers are about to change dramatically. Or are they? The McKinsey Panel At …
Morning Docket: 01.06.26
* Maduro’s legal team anchored by Julian Assange’s lawyer. [NY Law Journal] * Meanwhile, the DOJ just dropped its claims …
EEOC Reminder: All Employees, Including White Men, Are Protected From Workplace Discrimination
Recent statements from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have emphasized that federal anti-discrimination laws protect all employees, regardless …
Paul, Weiss ‘Betrayed Its Own Values’ When Capitulating To Trump
(Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I suspect that …
Chief Justice Roberts Explains Why Thomas Paine Would LOVE Presidential Immunity And Troops Patrolling Streets, Actually
(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) If there’s one figure in American history who would not stand for any of the …
He Left Paul, Weiss On Principle. Now He’s In Charge Of New York City’s Legal Future.
New York City’s Law Department is about to get a serious (and overdue) reboot. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani …
A Tariff Prediction For 2026
This is the time of year to make predictions. Who am I to buck a trend? I have one very …
ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Winner! (2025)
Nearly 2,000 votes were cast, so it’s fair to say our 2025 holiday card contest was a great success. This …
Job Of The Month: Senior Attorney For Fossil Fuels
Earthjustice seeks a Senior Attorney to join the Fossil Fuels Program. We use the power of the law to challenge …
Is DOJ Trying To Blow The DNC Pipe Bomb Case?
On December 4, 2025, the Justice Department announced that it had finally arrested the one January 6 criminal they care …
Legal Ethics Roundup: Associate Alleges Partner Rape, Rally Ethics For Judge, ND 1st Female Chief Justice & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
150 Aircraft, Cyber Effects, And ‘Overwhelming Force:’ How The Venezuela Operation Unfolded
WASHINGTON — The surprise, complex operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was the result of long-term planning between the …
Doing Good Work Used To Pay Off — See Also
Trump Rule Made A Lot Of Public Service Work Ineligible For Loan Forgiveness: There goes helping your fellow man. Third …
Best Of ’25: New Trump Rule Declares Most Public Service Work ‘Illegal,’ Ineligible For Loan Forgiveness
The post Best Of ’25: New Trump Rule Declares Most Public Service Work ‘Illegal,’ Ineligible For Loan Forgiveness appeared first …
GOP Pushes Vote on Showerheads as Millions Struggle With Rising Cost of Living
News Published 12 hours ago on January 2, 2026 President Donald Trump is bragging that he has taken yet another …
Year-End Bonuses Are Uncommon At Some Law Firms
Many readers of Above the Law eagerly await news about annual bonuses around the end of the year. Most Biglaw …
CES 2026: The Whole Wide AI World Along With Lots More
(Photo by Artur Widak/Anadolu via Getty Images) I’m on my way to Las Vegas for CES. Just like every year …
‘Exhausted, Indebted, Aging’: Researcher Warns the Trump Age Is America’s ‘Final Act’
News Published 6 hours ago on January 2, 2026 President Donald Trump is bragging that he has taken yet another …
Noah’s Ark Museum Visitors Hit With Potential ‘Highly Contagious’ Measles Exposure Warning
News Published 6 hours ago on January 2, 2026 President Donald Trump is bragging that he has taken yet another …
Even AI Knew Something Was Up — See Also
That Time ChatJAG Pointed Out The Obvious: Immediate egg on Hegseth’s face. Look At All That Prestige!: Vault’s Biglaw rating …
The High Cost Of Biglaw Equity Partnership
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to a survey by Am Law, the …
7 Predictions For 2026 That Should Come True But Won’t
Who could have predicted what 2025 would bring? As the legal profession kicked off last year, we expected another tour …
Stat(s) Of The Year: ATL 2025 Data Roundup
As we close out 2025, we’ve compiled some highlights from the data collected through our surveys and other research over …
A Look Back At The 2025 Dumpster Fire
We’ve made it to the end of the year! And what do we have to show for it as a …
If You Are Applying To Law School And Want A Few Minutes Of Free Financial Or Career Advice, Email Me
Six years ago, I was hard at work polishing up the manuscript for Your Debt-Free JD (affiliate link). It was a …
Mike Johnson Brags About House Accomplishments When It Broke Record For Fewest Bills Passed
Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump repeated a racist conspiracy theory about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and called for Somali immigrants …
Despite Trump Promising to Cut Drug Prices by ‘1,500%’, 350 Medicines to Become More Expensive
Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump repeated a racist conspiracy theory about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and called for Somali immigrants …
Donald Trump Repeats Racist Conspiracy Theory About Ilhan Omar
Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump repeated a racist conspiracy theory about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and called for Somali immigrants …
Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls for ‘2026 Tax Revolt’
Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump repeated a racist conspiracy theory about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and called for Somali immigrants …
Morning Docket: 12.31.25
* Lawyer who battled home owners’ association over his Christmas decorations used his settlement to buy more Christmas decorations. [ABA …
Trump Slams Colorado Day After Vetoing Water Pipeline Project
News Published 2 days ago on December 29, 2025 President Donald Trump refused to say whether the military or CIA …
Best Of ’25: Amy Coney Barrett Already Workshopping Her ‘President For Life’ Concurring Opinion
The post Best Of ’25: Amy Coney Barrett Already Workshopping Her ‘President For Life’ Concurring Opinion appeared first on Above …
Five New AI-Powered Business Models For Solos And Smalls In 2026
As the year winds down, the legal profession is flooded with retrospectives: the growing AI adoption rate by solos and …
BriefCatch Raises $6M Series A To Accelerate Acquisitions And Development
BriefCatch, a legal technology company devoted to helping legal professionals improve their legal writing, has raised a $6 million Series …
Spend The Holiday Weekend By Sharing Compensation Intel — See Also
Working In-House?: Take our law department compensation survey. Working At A Firm?: If you haven’t shared your bonus news with …
What Is HHS Proposing In Its New Rule?
HHS released a new proposed rule this week aimed at rolling back several Biden-era health IT policies and slimming down …
Distressed Businesses Should Still Pay Their Lawyers
Businesses facing financial problems or other types of challenges usually need to hire lawyers. For instance, companies being sued by disgruntled …
Lawyers Try To Bench Aileen Cannon From Case, Arguing She’s Been In Trump’s Corner One Too Many Times
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’m sure she’ll take it under consideration and look …
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 …
Take The Law Department Compensation Survey!
We’re updating our compensation information for in-house law departments, and there’s still time to provide your input. If you work in-house as …
Top 3 Firm Spreads Holiday Cheer By Stuffing Associate Stockings With Big Bonuses
Biglaw firms across the country continue to announce bonuses this holiday season. Just before Christmas, one of the most successful …
Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Attempt to Deport Head of Anti-Hate Group
The CEO of a anti-hate group is allowed to stay in the United States after a federal judge stopped his …
Google Built Its Empire Scraping The Web. Now It’s Suing To Stop Others From Scraping Google.
Last week, Google filed suit against SerpApi, a scraping company that helps businesses pull data from Google search results. The lawsuit claims …
Stephen Miller Shares Bizarre Anti-Immigration Tweet Referencing Frank Sinatra
The CEO of a anti-hate group is allowed to stay in the United States after a federal judge stopped his …
GOP Congressman Mocks Trump’s ‘4D Chess’ in Christmas Post
The CEO of a anti-hate group is allowed to stay in the United States after a federal judge stopped his …
From Sinners To Civil Servants: The Evolution Of Tax Collectors From Jesus’s Time To Today
While Christmas is often associated with exchanging gifts and enjoying a day off, it also commemorates the birth of Jesus …
Merry Christmas: 2025 Was A Record-Breaking Year For Greed
“Greed, for lack of a better word, is good.” So said Michael Douglas’s character Gordon Gekko in the hit 1987 …
Biglaw Firm Hosting ‘Resilience’ Workshops For Tomorrow’s Lawyers So They’ll Be Prepared For Stressful Careers
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We support lawyers of the future with skills-focused, interactive …
Closing Out The Year With Mergers And Attacks On The Rule Of Law
A critical analysis of the best variety of Coca-Cola product gives way to a conversation about law this week. Cadwalader …
Small Firm, Big Checks: Boutique Firm Leaves Market Bonus Rate In The Dust
Time and again this bonus season, boutique firms have done much more than simply match the Cravath/Milbank scale for year-end …
Deloitte’s 2026 Healthcare Outlook: Key Findings On Confidence, Digital Health, AI, And Partnerships
The post Deloitte’s 2026 Healthcare Outlook: Key Findings On Confidence, Digital Health, AI, And Partnerships appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 12.24.25
* Supreme Court blocks Trump effort to send troops into cities. The countdown to the Insurrection Act begins. [CNN] * …
Blue States Join Forces to Sue Health Department Over Anti-Trans Declaration
Democratic candidate for Illinois’ 9th congressional district Kat Abughazaleh announced that she would be officially dropping X, formerly known as …
Dem Congressional Candidate Leaves X, Calls On Politicians to Do The Same
Democratic candidate for Illinois’ 9th congressional district Kat Abughazaleh announced that she would be officially dropping X, formerly known as …
Nancy Mace Says SNAP ‘Wide Open to Fraud’, Admits Less Than 1% ‘Stole Benefits’
Democratic candidate for Illinois’ 9th congressional district Kat Abughazaleh announced that she would be officially dropping X, formerly known as …
Lindsey Halligan Won’t Quit While She’s Behind — See Also
The DOJ Wants To Appeal Comey And James: Fail, fail, fail again. Bonus News: Haynes Boone, Seward & Kissel. Behind …
No Christmas For You!
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! In 1659, Christmas celebrations were banned in what …
Adventures In Legal Tech: What Exactly Is Agentic AI?
Just when you thought you’ve mastered generative AI, it’s time to enter the world of agentic AI. With all of …
Trump Jr. Takes Victory Lap Over Exodus at Troubled Heritage Foundation
News Published 9 hours ago on December 22, 2025 President Donald Trump has not abandoned his efforts to acquire Greenland …
Thomson Reuters White Paper: The Future Is Here — It’s Just Not Evenly Distributed
AI here, AI there, AI everywhere. That seems to be the trend. But are we willing to cede good lawyer …
Merger Madness To Continue In 2026 So Some Biglaw Firms Can ‘Survive’
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I doubt that Cadwalader will be the last firm …
‘AI Is A Public Health Intervention’: Kara Peterson On Why Access To Law Is A Justice Issue, Not Just A Legal One
When Kara Peterson co-founded descrybe.ai, she wasn’t just launching a legal tech startup. She was applying the logic of public …
Guess Which Biglaw Firm Just Hitched Onto The Bonus Money Train?
Few things brighten up the holiday season like lump sums hitting your bank account. Seward & Kissel is in the …
An Inside Look At The Law Firm’s Law Firm
In this episode of the Jabot podcast, I chat with Sandra Cohen, co-managing partner at Cohen & Buckmann. Sandra shares …
Once A Real Estate Developer …
Imagine you’re a real estate developer. Imagine you’re trying to entice North Korea to come to the negotiating table over …
Lindsey Halligan Resolves To Embarrass Herself At SCOTUS In 2026
On Friday, the Justice Department noticed its intent to appeal in US v. Comey and US v. James. The government …
Biglaw Firm’s Black-Box Bonuses Seem To Be A Market Match
As Biglaw firms jockey to position themselves as compensation leaders — or at least avoid being labeled as laggards — …
New Trump Space Policy Sets 2028 Deadline For Moon Base, Golden Dome Prototype
The post New Trump Space Policy Sets 2028 Deadline For Moon Base, Golden Dome Prototype appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 12.22.25
* The Trump administration broke the Epstein files disclosure statute, but can anyone do anything about it? [The Guardian] * …
Bus Driver’s ‘English-Only’ Sign Triggers DOJ Probe Into Firing
President Donald Trump has not abandoned his efforts to acquire Greenland — indeed, he is pressing ahead. On Sunday night, …
‘Totally Unacceptable’: Trump’s Latest Greenland Escalation Sparks Outrage
President Donald Trump has not abandoned his efforts to acquire Greenland — indeed, he is pressing ahead. On Sunday night, …
‘Kingly Approach’: Trump Slammed for Eyeing Control of More Historic D.C. Sites
President Donald Trump has not abandoned his efforts to acquire Greenland — indeed, he is pressing ahead. On Sunday night, …
Mega Merger Just In Time For The Holidays — See Generally
Cadwalader Joining Up With Hogan Lovells: After a few months of merger chatter, we have a new home for America’s …
Elite Boutique Cleans Its Plate With Market-Crushing Associate Bonuses
There’s a reason we’ve been referring to the 2025 bonus season as the year of the boutique firm. While Biglaw …
How Artificial Intelligence Is Quickly Changing Case Strategy Development
Law firm litigators are facing a pivotal moment. Caseloads are growing in complexity and volume while client expectations are shifting. …
Top Biglaw Firm Matches Market Bonuses — If Associates Bill Enough
Biglaw bonus season is in full swing and the top firms are shelling out big bucks to show associates just …
Elite Trial Boutique Offers Gigantic Bonuses Of Up To More Than $770K To Associates
Biglaw firms continue to match Cravath’s year-end bonuses and Milbank’s special bonuses, but it’s the boutique firms where associates will really have …
Trump Bets ‘Dangling’ Cash Will Shift Voters’ Views: Report
News Published 21 hours ago on December 16, 2025 President Donald Trump has delivered only two Oval Office addresses this …
‘What Else Is Going To Change?’: What ACIP’s Hep B Guidance Means For The Future Of Vaccines
The post ‘What Else Is Going To Change?’: What ACIP’s Hep B Guidance Means For The Future Of Vaccines appeared …
GOP Crack-Up Continues as Another House Republican Calls It Quits
News Published 21 hours ago on December 16, 2025 President Donald Trump has delivered only two Oval Office addresses this …
Morning Docket: 12.17.25
* Minority law school enrollment declines at most schools. [NY Times] * Harvard morgue manager sentenced to 8 years. This …
Anatomy Of A Modern Merger: Finding Long-Term Success
Ed. note: Last in a series. You’ve successfully navigated the pre-merger phase. Your deal has closed. Your legal department has …
Boutique Law Firm With Biglaw Cash
One of the most consistent themes of this year’s bonus season is that big bonuses are not just for Biglaw. …
Above The Law’s 2025 Lawyer Of The Year Contest: Nominations Needed
With 2025 nearly in the rearview mirror, we thought it would be a good time to solicit nominations for Above …
Aderant And Harvey Announce Partnership To Bridge The Gap Between Business And Practice Of Law
The post Aderant And Harvey Announce Partnership To Bridge The Gap Between Business And Practice Of Law appeared first on …
Health Experts Warn Of ‘Devastating’ Impact After Senate Rejects ACA Tax Credit Extension
The post Health Experts Warn Of ‘Devastating’ Impact After Senate Rejects ACA Tax Credit Extension appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 12.16.25
* Paul Weiss is in the newly released Epstein files to perfectly round out the firm’s year in the news. …
‘Intraparty Brawl’: Johnson Driving Moderate Republicans ‘Into the Arms of Democrats’
There has been a “massive shift” in the party Americans trust more on inflation — one of the top issues …
‘Warning Sign’: Unemployment Jumps as Experts Sound Alarm on ‘Hiring Recession’
There has been a “massive shift” in the party Americans trust more on inflation — one of the top issues …
Boutique Firm Brings In A Fresh Breeze Of Bonuses!
Choosing to work at a boutique firm can come with the tradeoff of not making the market rate. Unless, of …
Inside Biglaw’s Most Over-The-Top Holiday Competition
Last year, I covered Seward & Kissel’s annual Ugly Sweater Contest from afar. This year, the firm offered me the …
How Legal Intelligence Is Bringing In A New Era Of Litigation For Plaintiff Firms
For decades, plaintiff-side litigation has relied on a reactive model. A breaking news story. A whistleblower. A walk-in client. A …
Elite Boutique Once Again Wows Associates With Bonuses 175% Above The Market Rate
Biglaw and boutique firms continue to match Cravath’s year-end bonuses and Milbank’s special bonuses, but some firms are offering even more. The latest …
4 Things To Know About The Texas Lawsuit Against Epic
The post 4 Things To Know About The Texas Lawsuit Against Epic appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 12.15.25
* Lawyer demands IRS recognize pets as dependents. [Forbes] * How many laws does Santa Clause break in one night. …
Republicans Start to Speak Out Against Trump’s Rob Reiner Message
Two Republican lawmakers are speaking out against President Donald Trump’s highly-criticized remarks on what is being investigated as an apparent …
Trump Reveals White House’s ‘Primary’ Policy Goal — And It Isn’t Cutting Costs
News Published 34 minutes ago on December 15, 2025 Two Republican lawmakers are speaking out against President Donald Trump’s highly-criticized …
‘Monstrous’: Trump Blasted for Blaming Rob Reiner’s Death on ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’
News Published 30 minutes ago on December 15, 2025 Two Republican lawmakers are speaking out against President Donald Trump’s highly-criticized …
New Cohort Selected for the Gateways for Growth Challenge
Published: December 15, 2025 Round VI of the Challenge Will Support Local Communities in Welcoming Immigrants WASHINGTON DC & DECATUR, …
Top 25 Biglaw Firm Promises Happy Holidays For Associates With Bonus Cheer
The winter holidays are just around the corner, but Biglaw firms still have ample time to give their associates the …
My Chatbot For Young Lawyers: ‘Ask Frank’
I recently created a chatbot (based on my e-books, which are free on my LinkedIn profile, and 10 years of …
Boutique Firm Joins The Bonus Stampede At Full Market Rate
Boutique law firms continue to show the market what they’re made of when it comes to their financial prowess, by …
Don’t Forget: Deadline Is Nearing To Apply For The Startup Alley Competition At ABA Techshow
A reminder to all legal tech startups: The deadline is approaching to apply for a spot in the 10th annual …
Mark Cuban: Employers Are Unknowingly Profiting From Sick Workers’ Drug Costs
The post Mark Cuban: Employers Are Unknowingly Profiting From Sick Workers’ Drug Costs appeared first on Above the Law.
‘Where Is Antifa Headquartered?’: FBI Official Struggles Defending Top Threat Label
A top FBI official struggled to explain his claim that Antifa is the “most immediate violent threat” America is facing, …
Morning Docket: 12.11.25
* Citi preaches positive outlook for law firms next year. In fairness, bankruptcy work still counts as demand. [Yahoo Finance] …
‘Shaky’ House GOP Leadership ‘Losing Control’: Report
A top FBI official struggled to explain his claim that Antifa is the “most immediate violent threat” America is facing, …
New Report: Trump’s Mass Deportation Agenda Will Deepen the Childcare Crisis
Published: December 11, 2025 Washington, D.C., Dec. 11, 2025 — A new report from the American Immigration Council warns that the …
Caring for Children from Kabul to Houston
Safia’s family was doing well in Afghanistan. She earned a college degree and taught math at an elementary school in …
Fear and Empty Classrooms: The Human Cost of Immigration Crackdowns
In many ways, the Children’s Playhouse Early Learning Center is the heart of its community. And this year, said owner …
From Babysitter to Business Owner: A Journey of Resilience and Care
As many as 1 million people have died in Somalia’s decades-long civil war.1 Many more have fled, often without a …
Supporting Working Families Through Flexible, Affordable Childcare
KidsPark is a national franchise that opened with a simple mission: to provide accessible, responsible hourly daycare for families who …
What to Do If You Experience Sexual Harassment in Your NYC Workplace: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you experience sexual harassment at work, you have clear legal rights in New York City. Whether the harassment comes …
Professor Files Federal Lawsuit After Charlie Kirk Comment Retaliation
There’s been a recent wave of First Amendment cases coming out of red state public universities. The University of Florida …
The DOJ Might Want To Stop Insulting Judges On Social Media
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The Justice Department should not be criticizing the judges …
Pentagon Unveils New GenAI Platform, It Immediately Starts Flagging Pete Hegseth’s War Crimes
Earlier this week, the Defense Department announced its new generative AI tool — GenAi.mil — to deliver the benefits of …
Elite Firm Delights Associates With Bonuses Up To $300,000
Fresh off announcing a round of especially generous special bonuses, Kellogg Hansen is back with a round of truly unbelievable …
LexisNexis Protégé Announces Glow-Up As It Hopes To Be One-Stop Legal AI Shop
Less than two months after commercially launching Protégé General AI, LexisNexis is back with a next-generation update. The company unveiled …
Judge Emil Bove’s MAGA Rally Field Trip Sparks Judicial Misconduct Complaint
Emil Bove’s confirmation to the Third Circuit was already a Category 5 ethics disaster, what with the whole alleged “let’s …
This Is Why We Have Bar Exams
Kim Kardashian is trying to enter the legal profession without a law school education. The bar exam is a deeply …
‘You’re a Loser Dude’: Carville Scorches Trump as ‘Done’
The Atlantic’s David Frum sat down with Michael Waldman, president of the Brennan Center at New York University, to discuss …
$300,000 Bonuses For Junior Associates? Bonuses 8x The Market Rate? This Biglaw Firm’s Spin On Bonuses Brings In A LOT Of Cash
Bonus time is exciting in Biglaw, in that there’s a lot of money headed to associates’ bank accounts. But it …
‘Special Kind of Delusion’: Top Democrat Mocks Trump ‘Train Wreck’
The Atlantic’s David Frum sat down with Michael Waldman, president of the Brennan Center at New York University, to discuss …
How Trump Could Try to Undermine the 2026 Elections — and Fail: Columnist
The Atlantic’s David Frum sat down with Michael Waldman, president of the Brennan Center at New York University, to discuss …
Testifying on Interior Immigration Enforcement: Citizen Arrests, DHS Overreach, and Erosion of Rights
Published: December 10, 2025 Senior Fellow Aaron Reichlin-Melnick delivered oral testimony before Congress exposing skyrocketing “at-large” arrests by U.S. Immigration …
Sure, Swift Kicks To The Sternum For All Tech CEOs, But How About An AI Robot That Can Clean The Damn John?
Are we in an AI bubble? Are we not in an AI bubble? Round and round the blabbering goes, with …
Boutique That Broke Away From Capitulating Biglaw Firm Hands Out Bonuses That Really Pack A Punch
Dunn Isaacson Rhee has had one heck of a year — less than a year, actually. The boutique was founded …
Trump’s Liberation Day Tariffs Are On Shaky Legal Ground As They Appear To Be A Stealth Consumption Tax
(Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images) President Donald Trump’s signature tariffs are being scrutinized by the Supreme Court after …
Trump Admin Should ‘Go Farther’ On Rewrite Of Acquisition Regulations: Industry Org
The post Trump Admin Should ‘Go Farther’ On Rewrite Of Acquisition Regulations: Industry Org appeared first on Above the Law.
‘His Heart Just Ain’t in It’: Report Reveals Trump’s ‘Achilles Heel’
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor blasted loosened campaign finance rules during oral arguments in a case that would allow …
Morning Docket: 12.10.25
* Sullivan & Cromwell argues that Trump’s state criminal charges — over behavior he undertook when he wasn’t president — …
Navigating Work, Family, and Immigration Uncertainty
Jen lives in Brooklyn. She works full-time in the financial district, while her kids go to school in Chinatown. The …
A Life of Care in the Shadows
For more than 20 years, Rosa has worked as a nanny in New York City, helping raise children who still …
Preschool for All—But Not Enough Teachers
When it comes to preschool, Washington, D.C., is in a relatively strong position. The district offers free preschool for every …
A Life Rebuilt Through Caregiving in Bentonville, Arkansas
Published: December 10, 2025 It was Laura’s late husband who moved the family to the United States—to help his parents …
Creating Pathways for Families Beyond Early Childhood
Childcare doesn’t end when the kids turn 12 or 13. It just evolves. “You don’t put your 14-year-old in daycare, …
Immigrant Nannies Make Work Possible for a New York Family
Published: December 10, 2025 Liz is a fourth-generation New Yorker who found her family’s first nanny through a neighborhood parent …
The Boutique Money Is Beautiful — See Also
Kellogg Hansen Comes In Over The Market!: Big money from a small firm! Boutique Money Is Bigger In Texas: Check …
First They Stood Up, Now You Have To Come In — See Also
Jenner & Block Expects Associates In 4 Days A Week: The change is set for March 1st, 2026. Harvard Law …
Biglaw Appellate Attorney Falls To His Death While Mountain Climbing
We have some unfortunate news to report out of the Washington, D.C. legal community, where an appellate attorney at King …
Biglaw Firm Gives Associates The Best Thing To Mull Over: Bonuses!
As we roll over into December, the thanks giving (small t) continues with bonus announcements. We’re passing on some great …
Virginia State Bar Whistles Past Lindsey Halligan Ethics Complaint Claiming It’s Not Their Job
In case anyone was wondering whether state bars would step up to hold anyone accountable if the Trump administration sends …
The All-In-One Legal Tech Solution That Will Let You Cancel All Those Other Subscriptions
When law firms talk about technology, the word “ease” doesn’t always come up. But Elisabeth Alonzi, Senior Solutions Consultant at …
Top 10 Biglaw Firm Hands Out Associate Bonuses — With Even More Money For Top Performers
The week after Thanksgiving is known for being kind of a drag, but nothing lightens the mood more than Biglaw …
3 Questions For An IP Marketing Professional (Part II)
Back in August, I presented Part I of my written interview with a law firm marketing professional, Jonathan Blotner. In …
What Is Needed To Rebuild Trust In U.S. Healthcare?
The post What Is Needed To Rebuild Trust In U.S. Healthcare? appeared first on Above the Law.
Trump Seen Struggling to Stay Awake Repeatedly in Cabinet Meeting Video
News Published 5 hours ago on December 2, 2025 A portion of House and Senate Republicans would like to extend …
Morning Docket: 12.02.25
* Meta learns that you can’t just block your former friend’s deposition testimony. [Law360] * DOJ considering new Comey indictment …
GOP Touts ‘Gulf of America Act’ in Bold New List of Party ‘Accomplishments’
News Published 5 hours ago on December 2, 2025 A portion of House and Senate Republicans would like to extend …
‘No Republicans Willing to Negotiate’: Health Care Subsidy Deal in Doubt
A portion of House and Senate Republicans would like to extend the Obamacare subsidies that expire on December 31, but …
Above The Law’s 17th Annual Holiday Card Contest
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With Biglaw bonus season already well underway — thanks to Cravath and …
When Dicks Sues Kuntz, The Legal Headlines Basically Write Themselves
Sometimes the legal universe gifts us a moment of pure, uncut joy… the kind of cosmic alignment where the docket …
The Dangers Of Unrestrained Partisanship
Partisans can make everything partisan. For example, who causes a standoff? Both sides. It takes two to stand off. If either …
Like Lawyers In Pompeii: Is Legal Ignoring The Coming AI Infrastructure Crisis? (Part I)
As I was drafting this piece, Cloudflare experienced an outage that froze the AI tools I needed for background information. …
AI-Driven Insights, All-In-One Functionality, Peerless Flexibility: Why More Legal Teams Are Choosing Legisway
Corporate legal departments are under immense pressure to deliver more value with fewer resources. The expectation to ‘do more with …
11th Circuit Bounces Trump’s RICO Trollsuit
Eight days. That’s how long it took the Eleventh Circuit to dropkick Donald Trump’s bid to resuscitate his RICO trollsuit …
Fox Host Urges Defense of America’s ‘Christian Culture’ Against Communism
Congressional Republicans appear to have no clear idea of what President Donald Trump wants to fix the Affordable Care Act …
Top 30 Biglaw Firm Shares The Wealth Through Bonuses
Biglaw associates sure are stuffed after Thanksgiving last week, and now that it’s bonus season, their bank accounts will be …
Inflation and Credit Lifted Black Friday Spending — Yet White House Still Sees ‘Good News’
Congressional Republicans appear to have no clear idea of what President Donald Trump wants to fix the Affordable Care Act …
Biglaw Firm Caps Off Wild Year With Fat Special Bonuses
2025 will likely go down as one of the most memorable in Perkins Coie’s 112-year history. Obvi, the firm was …
Trump Leaves Lawmakers in Limbo on Health Care Fix
Congressional Republicans appear to have no clear idea of what President Donald Trump wants to fix the Affordable Care Act …
CVS Health Exec: We Need A Better Definition Of What Good Looks Like In Behavioral Health
It’s evident that there is still a challenge with access to mental health support. There’s a provider shortage, and the …
Morning Docket: 12.01.25
* Judge suspended after being charged with the unlawful arrest of delivery driver leaving packages in the courthouse. [ABA Journal] …
Trump Teases 2028 ‘Campaign’ With New Slogan
Legal and national security experts are responding to what the White House is calling, “one of the most important messages …
Dallas Attorney Missing On Appalachian Trail As Formal Search Winds Down
The search for missing Dallas attorney Charles Hosch enters a heartbreaking new phase. The longtime cybersecurity lawyer, a partner at …
Magic Circle Firm Pulls A Bonus Out Of Its Hat For Associates
Abracadabra! Biglaw bonus announcements are magically appearing in associates’ inboxes left and right, and the latest firm to unveil a …
Bonus Season Begins In Earnest
Bonus season is underway, and Biglaw firms are lining up to reward associates for a year’s worth of effort. The …
Top Biglaw Firm Connects Their Associates With Bonus Money
There’s a high-priority email associates are looking for this time of year — the one with a bonus announcement. Thankfully, …
Associate Compensation Scorecard: Biglaw’s 2025 Bonus Blitz
Since we broke the news of the market bonus scale for associates at large law firms in the United States …
As US, Ukraine Hammer Out Peace Deal, Security Guarantees Take Center Stage: Analysts
WASHINGTON — While multiple reports emerged Tuesday that Ukraine and the US have a tentative agreement on a way to …
Morning Docket: 11.26.25
* Lower court judges face escalating threats, so they will receive NO additional security. But Congress will increase Supreme Court …
Republican Prosecutor Dumps Georgia Trump Election Interference Case
This month, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) announced that she would be resigning from Congress in January. In the face …
MTG Slams Argument She Should Serve Out Her Term: ‘Do I Have To Stay Until I’m Assassinated’
This month, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) announced that she would be resigning from Congress in January. In the face …
Mother of Karoline Leavitt’s Nephew Raises $17K After ICE Arrest
This month, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) announced that she would be resigning from Congress in January. In the face …
Keep The Bonus News Coming! — See Also
The Latest Bonus Matches: Tis the season to be thankful at Weil and Holwell Shuster! Your Time Is Up: Statute …
Elite Boutique Firm Serves Associates A Generous Helping Of Bonus Bucks
Thanksgiving is nearly upon us, and this holiday season, Biglaw associates’ bank accounts are being stuffed like turkeys thanks to …
Law Professor Offers Pitch Perfect Response To Trump’s Latest Insult
Donald Trump recently pointed at Bloomberg reporter Catherine Lucey during a press gaggle aboard Air Force One and snarled, “Quiet. …
For This, I Am Still Grateful
As this year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting once again, but this time, the reflection feels heavier, …
Thomson Reuters Tells Appeals Court: ROSS’s Copying Was ‘Theft, Not Innovation’
In a redacted brief filed Nov. 19 with the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Thomson Reuters urged the court …
Trump to Slip Away on Six-Day Florida Vacation as Americans Struggle With Soaring Costs
President Donald Trump’s continued attacks on top Democrats — calling for their arrest and jailing, calling them “traitors,” accusing them …
Biglaw Bonus Season Arrives! — See Generally
Cravath Starts Bonus Season, Everyone Begin The Freakout: The firm kicked off the year-end festivities and peers began the scramble …
Top Biglaw Firm Matches Market Bonus Scale While Praising Associates
One by one, Biglaw firms continue to fall in line to match what’s now been recognized as the market bonus …
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 …
DOJ Charges Law Student In ‘Trump Whore’ Kidnapping Hoax
One of the keys to surviving law school is getting really good at time management skills. If you can squeeze …
This Is Not The Announcement You Were Looking For — See Also
Biglaw Firm Announces In-Person Requirements Instead Of Bonuses: Learn how to read the room, Reed Smith. Paul, Weiss Rewards Employees …
No Wonder The Courtroom Scenes Are A Classic
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! The director of which 1990s classic legal movie …
All That Biglaw Bonus Money With Nowhere To Spend It
Associates associate time of year with two things: getting paid a lot of money and finally having the time to …
Who Will Pay If ACA Tax Credits Lapse?
The post Who Will Pay If ACA Tax Credits Lapse? appeared first on Above the Law.
Law Students Can Sometimes ‘Buy’ Good Grades
Grades in law school are extremely important since they are the most critical factor when law graduates search for jobs …
Family Food Costs Hit Record High Despite Trump Touting Cheaper Holiday Dinner
The Trump administration is now reportedly threatening Ukraine to accept its 28-point peace plan, which is being widely panned both …
Veteran Sports Law Attorneys Are Hitting Biglaw Compensation Home Runs Right Now
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. There are a few very desirable people with these …
Trump to Hold Million-Dollar-a-Plate Fundraisers Amid Affordability Push
The Trump administration is now reportedly threatening Ukraine to accept its 28-point peace plan, which is being widely panned both …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Midsize Market Gains
Corporate counsel are increasingly looking beyond Biglaw to handle some of their matters, according to a recent Above the Law …
Biglaw Firm Announces Bonus Dollars Will Hit Associates’ Wallets Before The Year Is Over!
Another Biglaw firm has joined the bonus train, and this time it’s Skadden! The top tier law firm reported $3,669,042,000 …
Lawyering With Empathy
In this episode, I chat with Farid Yaghoubtil, founding partner of DTLA Law Group. Discover Farid’s journey from fleeing Iran …
Ken Paxton’s Tylenol Lawsuit Is Off To A Terrible Start
Ken Paxton’s bullshit lawsuit against the makers of Tylenol, built on Trump and RFK Jr.’s bullshit press conference in which they pretended …
Just In CASE You Were Wondering, This Biglaw Firm Is Also Matching
White & Case has announced it’s matching the market on both year-end and special bonuses for its US associates and …
Davis Polk Weighs In On Associate Bonus Madness
Historically, there are only a handful of Biglaw firms willing to stick their necks out and raise associate compensation, whether …
Baker Botts Brings Bonuses
Bonus “szn” is officially in full swing. Just days after Cravath kicked things off, setting an annual bonus mark and …
Top 50 Biglaw Firm Announces Increased In-Office Attendance Mandate Instead Of Bonuses
As Biglaw bonuses continue to be announced with much fanfare from associates, some firms are hoping to slip their less-than …
Proskauer Rose Boards The Bonus Train
‘Tis the season for Biglaw bonus announcements, and Proskauer Rose has entered the chat. The firm announced its 2025 year-end …
Law Firm That Started Summer Bonus Trend Announces Year-End Bonuses
Pay attention, everyone, because we’ve got some very exciting bonus news from the very first firm to announce summer bonuses …
Paul, Weiss Comes Correct On Associate Bonuses
It’s been a challenging year for firm leaders at Paul, Weiss. The firm was targeting by Donald Trump with an …
‘Very Serious Violation of the Law’: Trump Says Military Looking Into Democrats’ Video
The Trump administration is now reportedly threatening Ukraine to accept its 28-point peace plan, which is being widely panned both …
Morning Docket: 11.21.25
* Elon Musk ends his lawsuit against Wachtell. Wachtell stresses that no settlement was involved. [Reuters] * Lawyer who turned …
‘Mob Shakedown’: Trump Ukraine Peace Plan Blasted as ‘Surrender to Putin’
The Trump administration is now reportedly threatening Ukraine to accept its 28-point peace plan, which is being widely panned both …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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.
FBI Declared LGBTQ Pride Flag ‘Political Signage’ in Letter Firing Employee: Lawsuit
Author Jonathan V. Last, editor of the center-right news site The Bulwark, says President Donald Trump is exhibiting what he …
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 …
GOP Senator: Patients Should Shop for Health Care Like They Buy Shampoo
Author Jonathan V. Last, editor of the center-right news site The Bulwark, says President Donald Trump is exhibiting what he …
Economist Sounds Stagflation Alarm as Food Costs Rise Under Trump
Author Jonathan V. Last, editor of the center-right news site The Bulwark, says President Donald Trump is exhibiting what he …
Former MAGA Judge Josh Kindred Finally Gets The Disbarment He So Richly Deserves
Remember former Trump-appointed District Court Judge Joshua Kindred? The federal judge who managed to flame out of his lifetime gig …
Bonus Season Reminder: Where To Read And How To Contact Above The Law
Bonus season is imminent, with the first announcement expected to be released any day now, and whether you’re new to …
3 Questions For A Law School Admissions Expert (Part II)
(Image via Getty) Last week, I presented the first part of my written interview with Ethan Madore, 7Sage’s coordinator of …
From ‘Who Luck’ To ‘Who’s Here?’: The TLTF Summit Continues To Excel, Even As It Expands
God forbid a disaster had befallen Austin, Texas, last week, because it could have set back the evolution of legal …
Why Shared Savings Still Isn’t A Viable Business Model For Hospitals
The post Why Shared Savings Still Isn’t A Viable Business Model For Hospitals appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 11.18.25
* Biglaw knows they won’t get people back in the office. But the more days they ask for, the more …
‘Stunning Moment’: Trump Defends MBS While Ignoring CIA’s Khashoggi Murder Assessment
Ten months into his second term, critics say President Donald Trump appears weakened, and Republicans who once moved in lockstep …
Trump Blasted After Drawing Line in the Sand in High-Stakes Health Care Clash
News Published 4 hours ago on November 18, 2025 Ten months into his second term, critics say President Donald Trump …
GOP Fractures Reveal Fierce Internal Fight Over Post-Trump Identity
Ten months into his second term, critics say President Donald Trump appears weakened, and Republicans who once moved in lockstep …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
When The Law Bends: What The Narcotics Boat Debate Misses
The post When The Law Bends: What The Narcotics Boat Debate Misses appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 11.17.25
* Ashurst and Perkins Coie agree to merger. [Financial Times] * Law firms who pushed back against Trump bullying win …
‘Fight Back!’: Trump Demands GOP Keep the House ‘at All Costs’
Attorney General Pam Bondi quickly — and publicly — agreed to fulfill President Donald Trump’s request that she use the …
Trump Aims Treason Allegation at His Former FBI Director in New Online Attack
Attorney General Pam Bondi quickly — and publicly — agreed to fulfill President Donald Trump’s request that she use the …
Trump to Rub Elbows With McDonald’s Owners in Push to Promote ‘Affordability’
Attorney General Pam Bondi quickly — and publicly — agreed to fulfill President Donald Trump’s request that she use the …
SCOTUS Grants Review of Ninth Circuit Decision Holding Turnbacks of Asylum Seekers Unlawful
Washington (November 17, 2025) – Today, the Supreme Court granted the Trump administration’s request to review a Ninth Circuit decision …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Keep Cool And CLE On: Handling Hiccups Like A Pro
Getty Images Ed. note: Latest in a series. Read the prior installment here. As we continue our journey through “Lights, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
DOJ Blasted for Taking Epstein Investigation Orders From Trump
President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda — or his ability to stick to it — is facing renewed scrutiny as …
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 …
Democrat Warns How Trump Could Engineer a Path to Stay in Power After 2028
President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda — or his ability to stick to it — is facing renewed scrutiny as …
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 …
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 …
‘Utter Detachment From Reality’: Expert Breaks Down Trump’s Economic Policy Flaws
President Donald Trump’s advisers are weighing a plan to have him blitz the nation in a series of domestic speeches …
‘What Could Go Wrong?’: Religious AI Chatbots Let You Text With ‘Jesus’ — or ‘Satan’
President Donald Trump’s advisers are weighing a plan to have him blitz the nation in a series of domestic speeches …
Funding For SDA’s Next Missile Tracking Contracts Diverted To Troop Payments: Sources
The post Funding For SDA’s Next Missile Tracking Contracts Diverted To Troop Payments: Sources appeared first on Above the Law.
Clio Completes Historic $1 Billion vLex Acquisition, Announces $500 Million Series G At $5 Billion Valuation, Plus Exclusive Interview With CEO And CFO
Legal technology company Clio has completed its $1 billion acquisition of vLex, marking the conclusion of the largest deal in …
Morning Docket: 11.11.25
* Supreme Court to hear major mail- in ballot election case. What could possibly go wrong? [Law.com] * Donald Trump …
Heckler Asks ‘For Trump?’ As Paul Weiss Describes Pro Bono Work At Gala Dinner
The New York Bar Foundation gala typically boasts a country club vibe with golf claps, rubber chicken, and everyone pretending …
The AI Playbook For Contracting: What In-House Legal Teams Need To Know
WebinarDate: November 19, 2025Time: 1 p.m. ET Today’s in-house legal teams must be a strategic value driver, not just a …
Locking In Trust: Key Terms For Strong AI Vendor Contracts
AI innovation often depends on partnerships. Whether it is a cloud provider offering infrastructure, a niche developer supplying a specialized …
Kim Kardashian Turns Failing The Bar Exam Into An Inspiring Comeback Story
(Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images) The results of the California bar exam are in, and after …
Debunked Podcast: The Drug Price Debate, AI In Healthcare Companies Face Consolidation But How Much?
The post Debunked Podcast: The Drug Price Debate, AI In Healthcare Companies Face Consolidation But How Much? appeared first on …
Morning Docket: 11.10.25
* Donald Trump pardons Giuliani and other Big Lie ringleaders. [Reuters] * Judge Wolf is resigning so he can explain, …
‘The Whole Thing Is Imploding’: Chaos and Rebellion at America’s Top Right-Wing Think Tank
Founded in 1973, the Heritage Foundation has become what its president, Kevin Roberts, now hails as the “intellectual backbone” of …
The Unsolved Murder Of A Promising Law School Grad Still Puzzles Investigators
More than three decades after a young law school graduate was found murdered in his home, his brutal 1990 killing …
Anatomy Of A Modern IP Department: The Data Behind A Shift In Strategy
Something is changing inside IP departments. And for the first time, we have the data to prove it. Above the …
Trump Cybersecurity Policy Is Indistinguishable From A Foreign Attack
Last year almost a dozen major U.S. ISPs were the victim of a massive, historic intrusion by Chinese hackers who managed to …
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 …
Morning Docket: 11.07.25
* Having nothing better to do with their time, GOP Senators want an investigation into judges for criticizing the Supreme …
Time To Talk Mergers — See Also
For Cadwalader, That Is: They could be tying up with Alston & Bird. We Have Another Surrender On The Board: …
Everyone’s Favorite Harvard Law Student On Broadway
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Who originated the role of Elle Woods when …
If AI Isn’t Perfect, Should Lawyers Be?
As a former senior in-house counsel, I knew that outside counsel could be slow on the uptake. For years and …
Everlaw Announces General Availability Of AI Deep Dive, As Well As Major Pricing Changes, At Annual Summit
AJ Shankar, CEO and founder of e-discovery company Everlaw, used the company’s annual Everlaw Summit in San Francisco to announce …
Judge Calls Trump’s Border Commander A Lying Liar
U.S. Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino, head of the Trump administration’s military presence in Chicago, “Operation Midway Blitz,” is in …
Can Our Attention Spans Get Any Shorter? How To Communicate In Our Nanosecond World
We’ve all heard the chatter about our dwindling attention spans. But do we truly grasp the extent of this issue? …
Trump’s Tariffs Seem To Be ‘Dead On Arrival At SCOTUS’
(Image created by ChatGPT) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The hearing was a bloodbath …
In-House Attorney Blames Firing On DEI, Jury Disagrees
DEI has been an easy scapegoat for poor government management, unexpected boat-bridge collisions, and unwanted orders to clean out your …
Comey Prosecution Gets The Benchslap Treatment, Because Of Course
The indictment of former FBI Director James Comey is deeply problematic. Career prosecutors didn’t want to touch it with a 10-foot pole …
The 15 Most Expensive Law Schools (2024-2025)
We all know that a legal education can land the average law school graduate in up to six figures of …
Simpson Thacher Becomes Latest Surrender Firm To Join Up With Trump’s International House Of Tariffs
Back in August, the New York Times reported that Kirkland and Paul Weiss (along with Skadden) — firms who had …
Judge Rebukes Trump Admin for Defying SNAP Payment Deadline
Employers have cut over one million jobs so far this year, with announced layoffs surging in October to levels not …
‘Make Lots of Trump Babies’: Dr. Oz Highlights Midterm Goals
Employers have cut over one million jobs so far this year, with announced layoffs surging in October to levels not …
‘Clown Show’: House Dem Leader Slams ‘Divorced From Reality’ Senate GOP Head
Employers have cut over one million jobs so far this year, with announced layoffs surging in October to levels not …
‘Really Hurting’: U.S. Job Cuts Surge to Decades-Level High Amid Trump Recession Fears
Employers have cut over one million jobs so far this year, with announced layoffs surging in October to levels not …
Three Is All You Need — See Also
Biglaw Firm Just Asks For 3 Days In Person: Good reason to prefer Arnold & Porter over the competition! Elsewhere, …
Making New York History
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Yesterday, Zohran Mamdani won the NYC mayoral election …
Partners Want Associates In The Office — But Not Themselves
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Everything I’ve heard is that it’s still quite a …
Former FTC Commissioner Lina Khan Joins Zohran Mamdani’s Transition Team
One of the few criticisms of Zohran Mamdani’s run for mayor that actually had merit was that he had little …
Expert Sues Jan. 6 Lawyers For Attaching Her Publicly Filed Report Without Paying $30K
Buckle up, because we’ve got a new entry in the “no, you can’t file copyright claims over something you put …
DOJ Gives Judge Heads Up They Have Zero Plan To Actually Listen To Him
The Department of Justice has come up with a fairly unique litigation strategy in the paper-thin case against New York …
A Riot By Any Other Name…
We talk about the DOJ lawyers suspended by the White House for calling January 6 a riot in a sentencing …
Top Biglaw Firm Opts For Three-Day Office Mandate In A Four-Day World
As law firms race to tighten their in-office policies, most are now pushing for four days a week — though …
Trump to Talk About Cost of Living Next Year White House Says
Trump administration Solicitor General D. John Sauer faced pointed and at times skeptical questioning from both conservative and liberal justices …
‘Sedated and Seduced’: Fox Host Erupts Over ‘Chameleon’ Mamdani and His One Million Voters
Trump administration Solicitor General D. John Sauer faced pointed and at times skeptical questioning from both conservative and liberal justices …
Democratic Rep. Interrupts Speaker Johnson — Accuses Him of ‘Lies’
Trump administration Solicitor General D. John Sauer faced pointed and at times skeptical questioning from both conservative and liberal justices …
Lawsuit Challenges the Department of Education Over New Public Service Loan Forgiveness Rule
Washington, D.C., Nov. 4 — Four non-profit public-interest organizations filed a lawsuit today to challenge a new rule issued by …
The Elephant In The Room For Legal AI Remains Elephantine Document Sets
“The dirty secret,” a veteran eDiscovery consultant told me, “is that AI still can’t actually handle these massive document sets.” …
Curious About Document Automation? This Checklist Will Set You Up For Success
Integrating document automation into your business is a strategic move that can significantly enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and allow your …
Top 50 Biglaw Firm Increases Its Office Attendance Requirement To Four Days — Just For Junior Associates
The push to bring associates back into the office four days a week is accelerating at lightning speed, leaving firms …
Other Law Schools Could Learn A Thing Or Two About Fundraising From My Alma Mater’s Annual Giving Campaign
As I write this, it is Tommie Give Day, the cleverly branded annual day of scholarship fundraising for the University …
Pentagon Policy Shop Stonewalling Congress, Republican Senators Say
WASHINGTON — In a rare moment of public intraparty frustration, Republican senators today blasted a top Defense Department official for …
Morning Docket: 11.05.25
* It’s tariffs day at the Supreme Court! While some wonder if the liberal justices will find themselves awkwardly embracing …
Prepare For Another Day At The Office — See Also
Prepare For Change, Goodwin Associates: The firm will expect to see you Monday-Thursday in person starting next year. So Much …
When You Pick Your Law School At 13…
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Stephen Baccus is the youngest person ever to …
Another Day, Another Fake MAGA Prosecutor
On Friday, the Trump Justice Department got a very unwelcome treat from Judge Lorna Schofield. No, not a Bit-O-Honey! It …
Legal Ethics Roundup: DC Opinion On Pro Bono Deals, Judge’s Wife Blamed For ‘Politically Charged’ Halloween Decor, DOJ Settlement Ethics & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
New Year’s Forecast For This Top 20 Biglaw Firm? Four Days In The Office, Rain Or Shine
More and more Biglaw firms are mandating that associates work from the office four days each week. The holiday decorations …
Government Shutdown Delaying Contracts, But No Major Financial Impact Yet, Defense CEOs Say
The post Government Shutdown Delaying Contracts, But No Major Financial Impact Yet, Defense CEOs Say appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 11.03.25
* Government shutdown comes for bar exams. [ABA Journal] * Kash Patel fires FBI’s aviation director after media caught Kash …
Lawyers Read Riot Act For Calling January 6 A ‘Riot’ — See Generally
White House Cracks Down On DOJ Lawyers Calling January 6 A ‘Riot’: Two suspended for declining to refer to it …
Trump Admin Official: ‘Your Government Is Failing You’
As Republican leaders appear to grow increasingly frustrated with the shutdown of the federal government, Speaker of the House Mike …
‘Our Economy Is Not Great’: Republican Congressman Says Inflation and Prices Are High
As Republican leaders appear to grow increasingly frustrated with the shutdown of the federal government, Speaker of the House Mike …
‘How Authoritarians Rule’: National Security Experts Blast Trump’s New Nuclear ‘Fear Show’
A wide array of national security and intelligence community experts is strongly criticizing President Donald Trump’s new nuclear policy, announced …
New Platform Details the Chaos Behind Family Separation
Transparency Project Offers New Insight into the First Trump Administration’s Implementation of Family Separations Oct. 30, 2025, WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, …
Why Did A Cell Phone Company Help Pay For The White House Ballroom? — See Also
We Asked T-Mobile Some Follow Up Questions: See if their answers are up to par. Nice Experiment While It Lasted: …
Donald Trump’s Winning Supreme Court Record
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to an analysis by Court Accountability of …
GOP Leader Erupts Over Democrat’s Effort to Fund SNAP — Then Blocks Bill
News Published 4 hours ago on October 29, 2025 Andrew Cuomo, the Democrat running as an independent in the New …
‘No Moral Compass’: Cuomo Condemned for ‘Odious’ and ‘Racist’ Remarks on Mamdani
Andrew Cuomo, the Democrat running as an independent in the New York City mayoral race, is under fire for remarks …
Trump Suggests He Could Invoke the Insurrection Act — and ‘Courts Wouldn’t Get Involved’
News Published 4 hours ago on October 29, 2025 Andrew Cuomo, the Democrat running as an independent in the New …
‘Do What Leaders Do’: Dem Leader Scorches ‘Missing in Action’ Trump
News Published 8 hours ago on October 28, 2025 Speaking to troops aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier in Japan, …
‘He Wants the Pain’: Former GOP Congressman Blasts Trump’s ‘Sadism Dressed Up as Politics’
News Published 8 hours ago on October 28, 2025 Speaking to troops aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier in Japan, …
‘Refrain From Any Action’: Congressional Vets Warn Trump on Using Troops Against Americans
As the federal government shutdown extends into its 27th day with no resolution in sight, no active talks between Democratic …
Data Analyst Reveals Which Trump Policy Faces Sharpest Backlash Among Americans
As the federal government shutdown extends into its 27th day with no resolution in sight, no active talks between Democratic …
Who Needs Reality TV When You Have Baker McKenzie? — See Also
That’s A Lot Of Workplace Drama: Baker McKenzie’s defamation lawsuit against a former employee is messy. District Judges Are Holding …
Even Supreme Court Justices Need A Caffeine Hit
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily Trivia Question of the Day feature. Which justice was responsible for the addition of Starbucks coffee in …
Nothing Says ‘We’re The Good Guys Here!’ Like Arresting A Protestor For Playing Music
It is easy to laud the importance of our Constitution when there is no crisis. Constitutional advocacy really matters when …
My Experience With Fake Jury Duty Fine Scammers
As detailed in a previous article, lawyers are often the target of scams since attorneys sometimes hold significant sums of …
Alabama Republican Ties School Enrollment Drop to ‘Dissatisfaction’ With LGBTQ Content
Questions are swirling after the U.S. Department of Defense confirmed it has accepted an anonymous gift of $130 million to …
Pentagon’s Acceptance of Anonymous $130M ‘Gift’ Tied to Trump’s ‘Friend’ Raises Red Flags
Questions are swirling after the U.S. Department of Defense confirmed it has accepted an anonymous gift of $130 million to …
Dr. Oz Slammed After Saying Goal of Health Care System Is to Boost GDP by ‘Trillions’
Questions are swirling after the U.S. Department of Defense confirmed it has accepted an anonymous gift of $130 million to …
The AI Disclosure Laws That Solo And Small Firms Really Need To Know About
Since the public release of ChatGPT in November 2022, solo and small law firms have been inundated with ethics opinions …
What I’ve Learned: Random Thoughts For Young Lawyers
There’s a column in Esquire titled “What I’ve Learned” where famous people share what life has taught them. About 15 years …
CMS’ New $50B Rural Health Fund — Is It Just Another Band-Aid?
The post CMS’ New $50B Rural Health Fund — Is It Just Another Band-Aid? appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 10.23.25
* AI is speeding up M&A deals by harnessing the power of algorithms to rewrite the same sentence 50 times …
4th Time The Loser — See Also
Jeanine Pirro Loses The Same Case For A Fourth Time: Throw in the towel! The Studying Might Be Taxing: But …
Supreme Court Shutters Its Doors To The Public
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the …
Legal Ethics Roundup: Legal Ethics On 60 Minutes, Fed Judges Warn Of Crisis, More AI Fines, DOJ Ethics Probes & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
CNN’s Pam Brown Spars With GOP Rep. Blaming High Prices on Biden
CNN Anchor Pamela Brown sparred with U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain of Michigan, the Chair of the House Republican Conference, who …
Guns and Guided Missile Warheads: Trump Admin Surged Domestic Weapons Spending Report Says
CNN Anchor Pamela Brown sparred with U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain of Michigan, the Chair of the House Republican Conference, who …
‘Not Right in the Head’: White Nationalist Influencer Fuentes Goes Off on ‘Weird’ Trump
News Published 3 days ago on October 17, 2025 The Steady State, a network of nearly 350 former U.S. Intelligence …
Show Us The Money! — See Also
Ever Wondered How Much Small And Midsize Practitioners Make?: We wonder too! Let us know so we can share. Coverage …
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Get Ready For A Super Competitive Law School Application Season
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data from the Law School Admissions …
The High Cost Of Not Watching Your Wallet: A Tax Cautionary Tale
Just before the 2024 tax return filing deadline, someone reached out to me because he was facing a very large …
San Francisco DA Warns National Guard They Can’t Beat On People And Get Away With It
Our likely-not-heaven-bound Supreme Leader has been trying to lay down the framework he needs to invoke the Insurrection Act and …
As Typepad Shuts Down, LexBlog Launches Rescue Operation To Save Nearly 600,000 Legal Blog Posts
When blogging platform Typepad announced in August that it would shut down on Sept. 30, 2025, it threatened to erase …
Acclaimed Civil Litigator Earns Unlikely Spot On Criminal Defense Ranking
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. While I don’t practice criminal (only civil) law, I …
Overcoming Your Fear Of Spiders, Snakes, And Public Speaking
For years, I dreaded public speaking. Not just speaking in front of large audiences, but also in front of small …
SCOTUSblog Founder Headed To Trial
Earlier this year, SCOTUSblog co-founder and veteran Supreme Court litigator Tom Goldstein was arrested on a 22-count indictment alleging tax crimes and …
How To Plan Your Parental Leave Without Tanking Your Career
Ed. note: This article is part of Parental Leave & The Legal Profession, a special series for Above the Law …
How Much Do Lawyers In Small And Midsize Practices Make?
Every year, Above the Law surveys solo practitioners and small firm lawyers about their compensation for an annual compensation report. …
The Law Schools That Provide The ‘Best Value’ For Students (2025)
There are many ways to rank law schools, but the way that the National Jurist’s preLaw Magazine does it is …
When Harvey Talks Competition, Legal Tech Better Listen
The competition for law firm customers for legal specific AI tools is, to say the least, intense. Virtually every legal …
Defense Trade Press Statement On Media Restrictions At The Pentagon
The post Defense Trade Press Statement On Media Restrictions At The Pentagon appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 10.16.25
* Law school applications up 33 percent. Or “nearly half” as some lawyers would say. [Reuters] * Supreme Court’s voting …
You Really Should Just Stick To ‘Your Honor’ — See Also
Attorney Closes Zoom Call By Calling Judge A “F****** C***”: If you thought that was bad, wait until you hear …
Impeachment Isn’t The End Of A Supreme Court Justice’s Career
(Photo by Staci Zaretsky) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Who was the only …
From Client Experience To Client Intelligence: Case Status CEO Andy Seavers On Becoming A ‘Future Firm’
The post From Client Experience To Client Intelligence: Case Status CEO Andy Seavers On Becoming A ‘Future Firm’ appeared first …
‘Dissent Becomes Evil’: Eric Trump’s Claim Father Is Guided by God Slammed by Experts
Eric Trump’s controversial remarks — declaring that his father is guided by God and praising what he describes as a …
RelativityFest’s Biggest Announcement Will Hit Hardest Far Outside The Conference Hall
RelativityFest kicked off last week with a song and dance number — well, a keynote followed by a song and …
Legal Ethics Roundup: AG James Indicted, Golden Gate Law Returns, No Discipline For Law Firm Trump Pro Bono Deals & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
Can AI Solve Fashion’s Excess Inventory Problems?
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Morning Docket: 10.14.25
* Barack Obama weighs in on capitulating law firms. [The Hill] * A look at the lawyers giving up big …
The DOJ Isn’t Getting Their Way — See Also
If You Fail Once, Try Failing A Second Time: Good luck getting a local statute to bind the federal judiciary! …
The Biglaw ‘Perk’ That Really Isn’t One
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the most recent ALM midlevel associate …
Another Legal Norm Shattered
Delaware is a special place, a special bar, and this nomination is norm shattering. —Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) on the …
A Masterclass On Building A Business Development System That Works
Getty Images Nancy Fox doesn’t just preach strategy, she lives it. With decades of experience coaching professionals through recessions, tech …
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New Merger Alert! — See Also
Welcome To The Fold, FBT Gibbons!: They are set to go live on January 1st, 2026. Crime May Actually Pay: …
Kim Kardashian Is Going To Be A Lawyer
(Photo by Mike Cohen/Getty Images for The New York Times) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of …
Exclusive: Passle Launches Intelligence Map To Visualize Cross-Selling Activity Within A Law Firm
Passle, a technology company that develops thought leadership and cross-selling tools for law firms, has unveiled a new visualization tool …
Letitia James Becomes Second Trump Political Enemy To Be Indicted
Two separate career prosecutors did not believe there was enough evidence to support mortgage fraud charges against New York Attorney …
‘Show Up and Do Your Job’: Some Republicans Join Dems in Demanding Johnson Bring House Back
Robert Reich, a former Secretary of Labor and a professor of public policy, is sounding the alarm — warning that …
From Biglaw To In-House At The House Of Mouse
(Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the …
Scammers Walked Away With Nearly A Half Million Of Sullivan & Cromwell’s Dollars
New York Attorney General Letitia James is cracking down on a series of fraudulent entities trying to impersonate one of …
Oregon Public Defense Commission Thinks You Can Argue A Murder Case In The Time It Takes To Watch The First Season Of ‘Game Of Thrones’
(Photo via New Jersey Criminal Law Resource) The state of public defense has been dire in Oregon. Overworked and understaffed …
That 70s Show: Why Your 70s Might Be The Perfect Time To Start A Law Firm
The Wall Street Journal recently ran a story that might surprise those who view entrepreneurship as a young person’s game. …
Relativity Offers Key AI Products At No Extra Charge — But That’s Not The Most Important Thing
The 12th annual Relativity Fest kicked off this week in Chicago before over 1,800 attendees. Lots of announcements, the most …
The Forgotten Art Of Brainstorming: How To 10x Creativity In Group Settings
Many lawyers have a lone wolf approach to their cases. Even when they lead a team, they often make decisions …
How Filevine Helps In-House Legal Teams Manage Every Matter With Confidence
Most in-house legal teams know the feeling: inboxes overflowing with attachments, redlines lost in endless email chains, and that nagging …
Corporate And Litigation Powerhouses Tie The Knot In Biglaw’s Latest Merger
Another week, another law firm merger. Because apparently no one in Biglaw wants to stay regional anymore, in yet another …
Mind Your Cell Phones — See Also
Immigration Attorney Gets His Phone Nabbed By ICE: He successfully got a TRO, but the damage may have already been …
AI As A Law Firm Revenue Stream
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to a recent Axiom survey of over 600 …
Senator Wants To Know How All These Fake Cites Ended Up In These Judicial Opinions
Senator Chuck Grassley, who is a mere five years younger than sliced bread, has taken it upon himself to delve …
‘I’m Sure I Was’: Bondi Admits Being at the Center of Explosive Trump Post
Military, legal, and political experts are warning after President Donald Trump vowed to invoke the Insurrection Act if he deems …
Relativity Continues Investing In Justice, While Biglaw Keeps Cowering
As Relativity gears up for RelativityFest, the Coachella of people who love chain-of-custody logs, the company also celebrates an anniversary …
FDA Pilot Program Creates New Path For Faster Regulatory Review Of Generic Drugs
The post FDA Pilot Program Creates New Path For Faster Regulatory Review Of Generic Drugs appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 10.07.25
* Trump tells reporters he’s considering pardons for all his convicted sex criminal friends. [Reuters] * Supreme Court’s conversion therapy …
This Biglaw Firm Is Bleeding Talent — See Also
See Also One Firm’s Loss Is Another Firm’s Gain: The defecting attorneys set sail for Orrick. Visiting Professor At Harvard …
The Start Of The Supreme Court’s First Monday In October Madness
(Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty Images) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily …
Why Minh Merchant Drafted The Earnings Script Herself And What Every In-House Lawyer Can Learn From It
When Minh Merchant stepped into her first general counsel role, she did not just take a seat at the table. …
Another Career Prosecutor Prepares To Be Fired For Refusing To Seek Charges Against Letitia James
Donald Trump is determined to prosecute his political enemies. It was less than a month ago that U.S. Attorney for …
Democracy On The Docket As Supreme Court Kicks Off Momentous Term
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I think that this is teed up to potentially …
Judge’s Home Happens To Burn Down Day After Stephen Miller Claims Democrat Judges Shield ‘Terrorists’
Since at least the Bush administration, designating someone or something as a terrorist or terrorism has been our equivalent of …
Harvard Law School Professor Arrested Following Shooting Incident
Carlos Portugal Gouvêa, a visiting professor at Harvard Law School, was arrested last week following a shooting incident in front …
Capitulating To Trump Seems To Be A Sore Subject For Lawyers At Firms That Capitulated To Trump
It’s been a little over six months since Donald Trump fired off a retaliatory executive order threatening to shut down …
Cyber, Slider. We Got Insurance, Right?
Now here’s a good one. With all the publicity about lawyers not checking cites, it’s good to be reminded that …
This Judicial Complaint Could Have Been An Email
The Justice Department lied in a judicial misconduct complaint against Chief Judge James Boasberg of the US District Court for …
Cadwalader’s Mass Exodus Continues: Nearly 40 Lawyers Jump To Top 50 Biglaw Firm In Practice Group Raid
The hits keep coming for Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft. Reports of a mass lateral defection from the firm’s collateralized loan …
Was Trump Right When He Took These Actions?
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) President Donald Trump wants to own the libs. And the libs fall for it — …
Legal Groups File Emergency Motion to Stop ICE from Jailing Immigrant Teens in Adult Detention
Washington, D.C, October 4 — Advocacy groups the American Immigration Council and the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) filed an …
Biglaw Money Is Talking — See Also
Blue Cheese: Biglaw lawyers and staff are sending their money to overwhelmingly Democrat causes. Nevermind The Child Porn Allegations: Federal …
Superstar Litigator To Represent Kim Kardashian In Major Defamation Battle
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Kim Kardashian and …
Lights, Camera, CLE: Prepare For Your Best Presentation Yet
Getty Images Welcome to the spotlight! As we kick off Part 3 of our series, “Lights, Camera, CLE,” we’re shifting …
How Proactivity And Communication Shape Growth In Law And Business
Getty Images In this episode, of the “Be That Lawyer” podcast, host Steve Fretzin and entrepreneur Steve Haddadin dive into …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Population Boom Among In-House Counsel
According to a new report from the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), the number of in-house counsel in the United …
Debunked: A Look At H-1B Visas In Healthcare, M&A Deals For Bitcoin & More
The post Debunked: A Look At H-1B Visas In Healthcare, M&A Deals For Bitcoin & More appeared first on Above …
AI SEO For Law Firms: Website Changes For 2026
To understand what your law firm website needs to change to remain relevant and visible in 2026, it helps to …
LEX Summit: An Almost Perfect Conference
The Filevine User Conference took place September 29th through October 2nd in Salt Lake City. I was interested in the …
Federal Judge Rules On Nirvana’s ‘Nevermind’ Album Cover Case
(Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images) Sometimes millions of people buying a picture of a naked baby is just art. Called …
Judge’s Opinion Taking Trump To Task Shockingly Frank
It’s a sign of the times that a federal judge would write an opinion like this. Judge Young is committing …
A Shingle-Hanging Checklist For The Modern Lawyer
Has the thought of starting a law firm ever crossed your mind? There are plenty of reasons for starting your …
Arrested Man Learns ChatGPT Isn’t His Lawyer So Much As It’s Evidence
Police just added a new weapon to their arsenal: incredibly stupid people being way too comfortable confessing their secrets to …
Democrats Cash In As Biglaw Lawyers & Staff Open Their Checkbooks
Lawyers and law firm staff members continue to be among the top political campaign donors, but which party is taking …
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 …
White House Claims ‘Illegal Aliens’ Are Getting Prioritized ER Care Over U.S. Citizens
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is being criticized after claiming, without offering evidence, that hospitals across the U.S. are …
‘Promising to Extend the Shutdown’: Johnson Under Fire After Latest Defiant Remark
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is coming under fire for remarks he made that would effectively guarantee a lengthy …
‘Crooks’: Top Dem Blasts Trump Admin’s Latest ‘Extortion Attempts’
News Published 2 seconds ago on October 3, 2025 White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is being criticized after claiming, …
Trump’s Late-Night Rant Brands Dems ‘Party of Satan’ Weeks After Kirk Rhetoric Blame Game
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is coming under fire for remarks he made that would effectively guarantee a lengthy …
Morning Docket: 09.29.25
* Supreme Court considers letting Ghislaine Maxwell off the hook. [MSNBC] * Oregon sues Trump administration over troop deployment. Suit …
Filevine Raises $400M In Two-Round Funding To Scale AI-Powered Legal Platform; I Speak With Its CEO
Legal technology company Filevine announced today it has raised $400 million across two funding rounds over the past 15 months, …
Filevine Raises $400M In Two-Round Funding To Scale AI-Powered Legal Platform; I Speak With Its CEO
Legal technology company Filevine announced today it has raised $400 million across two funding rounds over the past 15 months, …
Filevine Raises $400M In Two-Round Funding To Scale AI-Powered Legal Platform; I Speak With Its CEO
Legal technology company Filevine announced today it has raised $400 million across two funding rounds over the past 15 months, …
Filevine Raises $400M In Two-Round Funding To Scale AI-Powered Legal Platform; I Speak With Its CEO
Legal technology company Filevine announced today it has raised $400 million across two funding rounds over the past 15 months, …
Did Kirkland Culturally Abandon Their Hong Kong Office? — See Also
Kirkland Doesn’t See The Issue: The 11 partners that jumped ship may feel otherwise. Trump’s Tylenol Theories Are Emboldening Plaintiffs: …
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First Articles Of Impeachment Of The Second Trump Term
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) announced today she’s introducing articles of …
DOJ Asks U.S. Attorneys To Invent Sham Reasons To Prosecute George Soros
Who says lawyers have to sacrifice their creative side! While many attorneys find the daily grind of practicing law keeps …
Lowering Of The Bar?
The assassination of Charlie Kirk — shocking, disgraceful, horrid, any number of adjectives fit here. Whether you agreed with his …
BigHand’s Pricing And Budgeting Survey: A Wake-Up Call And An Opportunity
Another week, another interesting BigHand survey. This time the BigHand team tackled pricing and budgeting issues. The bottom line: every …
Trump: I’d Make TikTok ‘100% MAGA’ if I Could — but Says It Will Be Fair
News Published 1 day ago on September 24, 2025 Correction: The headline has been changed to accurately reflect Brendan Carr’s …
Huge Law School Classes Could Mean Huge Employment Woes In the Future
(Image via Getty) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The unknown here is how quickly …
‘All Caused by Democrats’: Trump Defends Mass Federal Layoffs in Shutdown Plan
News Published 1 day ago on September 24, 2025 Correction: The headline has been changed to accurately reflect Brendan Carr’s …
Wanna Join The Legal Fight Against The Trump Administration? Best Break Up With Biglaw
Since the start of the Trump II reign, and the attack on the rule of law that coincided with that, …
Families Are Relying On Trump’s Batshit Tylenol Diagnosis To Revive Dismissed Cases
Tylenol is a well-known pain reliever. It isn’t particularly strong — it’s effectiveness is probably one step above spit, but …
Write A Filing For This Futuristic AI-Refugee Case Hypo And Win $10,000
In 2047, Ahmad Hakim and his family are climate refugees fleeing the Levantine Consolidation Zone after Ahmad refused to place …
Things Aren’t Cool At Cooley — See Also
They’re Back In The Hot Seat: They’re on probation because of their low bar exam scores. Kamala Harris Calls Out …
Can’t Sleep? You’re Not Alone!
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Bloomberg Law’s 2024 Attorney Well-Being Report, …
So Long, Farewell, Elon Musk: After 7 Long Years As A Tesla Shareholder, I’ve Liquidated My Position
(Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) It was May of 2018. “Avengers: Infinity War” was in theaters. …
Former SCOTUS Justice Anthony Kennedy Rejects ‘Swing Vote’ Label In New Memoir
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The cases swung, not me. — Former Supreme Court …
‘We’re All Jimmy Kimmel’ Could Hit A Little Closer To Home Than You Think
The Jimmy Kimmel suspension and return has felt more rapturous than the alleged Rapture was. And as understandable as it …
Lawmakers Ask Paul Weiss And Kirkland To Explain Why Trump Work Isn’t Totally Illegal
When Donald Trump issued an executive order that could compromise the firm’s ability to do business, Paul Weiss waved away …
Vance: FCC Chairman’s Kimmel Threat Was Just a ‘Joke’
News Published 9 hours ago on September 24, 2025 When Disney/ABC suspended late-night host Jimmy Kimmel last week, Trump supporters …
Gotta Deport ‘Em All? How Should Nintendo Respond To Immigrant-Hunting Social Media Post From DHS?
Last Monday, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a one-minute video on X (formerly Twitter) and other social media …
Podcaster Factchecks Vance After VP Uses Crude Epithet to Attack Him
News Published 9 hours ago on September 24, 2025 When Disney/ABC suspended late-night host Jimmy Kimmel last week, Trump supporters …
So Much For Work/Life Balance — See Also
The Associates At These Firms Are Putting The Hours In: Is your firm on the list? No Drinking On The …
A Pretty Profitable Place To Be An Equity Partner
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by ALM, which Biglaw …
AAA Readies November Launch Of AI-Powered Arbitrator For Construction Disputes
For an established dispute-resolution organization that is turning 100 next year, the American Arbitration Association seems to be doing everything …
LSU Reaches Settlement With Former Law Dean
Law school dean changes usually occasion a LinkedIn update, but the change in command at LSU was a little more …
Approaches To Drive AI Adoption In Biglaw
My first experience with technology adoption for a law firm was probably in 1993. I was attending a partner meeting …
UN Suggests Trump’s Own Team Triggered Escalator and Teleprompter Problems: Report
News Published 8 hours ago on September 23, 2025 President Donald Trump was to meet with Democratic Minority Leaders from …
Dear ChatGPT: Words Matter
I recently was working on a blog post on how various stresses placed on lawyers could result in unchecked citations. The title of the post was Billable …
‘Advancing a Divisive Feminist Agenda’: Pentagon Axes 74-Year Old Committee
Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson announced that Secretary Pete Hegseth will terminate the Defense Department Advisory Committee on Women in …
Former Chair Of Top 15 Biglaw Firm Passes Away
(Image via Getty) We have some incredibly unfortunate news to report out of New York, where the former chair of …
Boutiques Are Where The Big Bucks Are! — See Also
That’s A Lot Of Money!: Great time to work for AZA! The Call Is Coming From The Formerly Inside The …
A Lot Of People Are Challenging Trump’s Executive Orders
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to analysis by Empirical SCOTUS’s Adam Feldman, …
Biglaw Partner Makes Judge Big Mad — See Generally
Unchecked Entitlement? From A Lawyer? No!: Judge benchslaps partner over actions that “candidly saddened and shocked the court.” Jimmy Kimmel …
Bystander Intervention: How to Help Prevent Sexual Harassment in NYC Workplaces
Preventing sexual harassment isn’t just a job for HR or upper management; it’s a responsibility shared by everyone. In many …
Biglaw Firms Can ‘Get Into Trouble’ If They Don’t Have Social Media Policies For Lawyers
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. You can comment on things as long as they’re …
Reset Your CLOCs… Legal Ops Organization Welcomes New President
The Corporate Legal Operations Consortium, the plucky book club that transformed into an industry guild of in-house efficiency experts, announced …
Biglaw Firm Accused Of Raiding Employee Retirement Funds
Biglaw firm Husch Blackwell — a firm with $707,800,000 gross revenue last year, making it #78 on the Am Law …
A Tale Of Two Supreme Court Book Tours
Amy Coney Barrett and Sonia Sotomayor are both hitting the talk shows and it’s highlighting how awkward the nation’s relationship …
The 4th TikTok Delay Is The Charm!
In January, TikTok’s “vulnerabilities” were designated as a major national security concern. A widely used app owned by a foreign …
Forbes Unveils 2025 List Of America’s Top 200 Lawyers
Forbes recently rolled out its second-annual list of America’s top lawyers, and as you might expect, it’s packed with familiar …
An Analysis Of The ‘No Tax On Tips’ Law: Who Will Benefit From This?
During the 2024 election campaign, both presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris proposed excluding tips from income taxes. I …
Kirkland Doing Work For Conservative Think Tank… Got To Cover That $125 Million In Payola Somehow!
After the Notorious Nine Biglaw firms traded their principles to curry favor with the Trump administration, the question on everyone’s …
‘Depraved’: Vance Scorched for ‘Reprehensible’ Joke About Military’s Deadly Boat Strikes
A House Democratic lawmaker blasted the right’s narrative that extremist violence comes largely — or exclusively — from the left, …
‘We’re Literally Sitting in the Building’: House Democrat Shreds GOP’s Spin on Violence
A House Democratic lawmaker blasted the right’s narrative that extremist violence comes largely — or exclusively — from the left, …
Six D’s and an F: Latino Focus Group Members All Regret Their Votes for Trump
A House Democratic lawmaker blasted the right’s narrative that extremist violence comes largely — or exclusively — from the left, …
Attorney Charged With Cyberstalking Biglaw Partner And Associate
Texas attorney Fangzhou Chen, aka Amber Chen, was charged in federal court with cyberstalking and transmitting threatening communications. Chen allegedly …
I’m So Old I Remember A Time When People Would Occasionally Get Fired For Being Bad At Their Jobs
Remember Al Franken? He was a distinguished United States senator. He is funny. He is charming. No one else in …
House Intel Committee Props Up FY26 Funding For NRO Commercial Imagery Buys
The post House Intel Committee Props Up FY26 Funding For NRO Commercial Imagery Buys appeared first on Above the Law.
Navarro Demands Left Face ‘Accountability’ for MAGA’s Own Misdeeds—and Kirk Assassination
Senior Trump White House Counselor Peter Navarro is raging at “they” — seemingly Democrats and the left — for consequences …
Morning Docket: 09.17.25
* Utah seeking death penalty in Charlie Kirk case. [Courthouse News Service] * Legislators raise concerns over the proposal to …
A Promise Made, A Promise Kept — See Also
Biglaw Partner Gets Ear Pierced In Courtroom After Saving Claire’s From Bankruptcy: Fancy lawyering, fancier jewelry! Trump Sues NYT For …
Chief Justice John Roberts Given Stark Warning: Rule Of Law At A ‘Category 6 Code Red, Six Alarm Fire’
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! At the biannual meeting of the Judicial Conference, …
What No One Tells You About Running A Law Firm (Part I)
Ed. note: This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership …
There’s No Absolution For Biglaw Firms Suing The Administration After Bending A Knee To Trump
Above the Law has spent a lot of time and digital ink decrying the cowardly decision of nine Biglaw firms …
Paul, Weiss Is Having A Great Year, Despite Making A Deal With Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We successfully resolved our dispute with the Trump Administration …
Justice Sotomayor Thinks To Herself ‘That Law School Failed’ When She Sees These Politicians With Law Degrees
“Every time I listen to a lawyer-trained representative saying we should criminalize free speech in some way,” Justice Sotomayor told …
Luigi Mangione’s Terrorism Charges Recently Dismissed
Shortly after healthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed by a hooded figure in broad daylight, Luigi Mangione was accused of …
Trump Sues NYT For Tortious Journalisming. Again.
Last night, Donald Trump filed yet another media trollsuit. As usual, he took full advantage of the ad damnum clause …
‘This Isn’t a Close Call’: Dem Floats Shutdown After Trump’s Reporter Threat
President Donald Trump has filed another lawsuit against The New York Times, drawing warnings from legal experts about free speech …
Biglaw Partner Gets His Ear Pierced During Court Hearing To Celebrate Saving Claire’s From Bankruptcy
Getting your ears pierced at Claire’s is almost a rite of passage for adults of a certain vintage. Your mother …
‘You Have a Lot of Hate’: Trump Threatens Reporter After Hate Speech Question
President Donald Trump has filed another lawsuit against The New York Times, drawing warnings from legal experts about free speech …
Rule By Lawsuit: Inside 2025’s Executive-Order Wars
Bursting an “EO” Myth? Two weeks into the new term, a Seattle courtroom offered the year’s defining image of presidential …
How Litera Is Turning Lawyers Into Legends
At ILTACON 2025, Litera had a lofty goal: turning lawyers into legends. On the heels of five new product announcements …
The Statute of Limitations for Filing a Sexual Harassment Claim in NYC
If you’ve been sexually harassed at work, you may be unsure how long you have to take legal action. One …
Midlevel Biglaw Associates Are Really Concerned About Donald Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. President Trump lol. — An anonymous Am Law 100 …
Maureen Comey Tries To 86 47’s Firing Her
Possibly the dumbest news cycle of the year involved former FBI Director James Comey being branded as a political terrorist …
Biglaw Partner Benchslapped Over Unchecked ‘Entitlement’
If I had to wager a guess, I’d say Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman partner Mark Krotoski is still smarting over the …
Perkins Coie Fires Lawyer Over This Charlie Kirk Post
If an attorney chooses to publicly air controversial opinions, they can expect to get fired. Law firms are a business …
Data-Driven Law Firm Resource Allocation: An Idea Whose Time Has Come
BigHand, a legal tech software provider, recently released a Survey and Report entitled Navigating the Million Dollar Problem, Resource management …
Legal Ethics Roundup: Bullying Ban, Upsolve Overturned, Lawyers Denied In ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Limits On DC Judges, Hallucination Sanctions & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
Vance Hosts Stephen Miller on Kirk’s Show to Preach ‘Real Unity’ — While Blaming the Left
Over the course of two days, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has taken starkly shifting positions on the alleged assassin …
Fox And Friends Talking Head Blurted Out The Grants Pass v. Johnson End Game
We may no longer be on the cusp of civil war because the main Charlie Kirk shooting suspect was “demographically …
Homeschooling, Religion and Politics Trump Science in Parents’ Vaccine Resistance
Over the course of two days, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has taken starkly shifting positions on the alleged assassin …
AI Governance Starts With Contract Governance, Says Christine Uri
Generative AI might be the shiny new object in legal departments right now, but Christine Uri wants in-house counsel to …
Trump Pot, Meet Trump Kettle
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Axios reported back in 2019, even before President Donald Trump had finished his first term in …
What’s Next For Walgreens Following Its Private Equity Sale?
The post What’s Next For Walgreens Following Its Private Equity Sale? appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 09.15.25
* Lawyer accused of hallucinated cites in case about getting law license back. [ABA Journal] * FTC sees collapse of …
Trump Teases Threat to Defund NYC After Governor’s Endorsement for Mayor
Over the course of two days, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has taken starkly shifting positions on the alleged assassin …
Midlevel Biglaw Associates No Longer Respect Firms That Made Deals With Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The lack of backbone. — An anonymous Am Law …
Attorneys Should Take Long Times Off Between Jobs
When aspiring lawyers are in college and law school, they typically have substantial time off from their studies. Indeed, students …
Debrief: What It’s REALLY Like To Open Your Own Firm
Tune in to the latest Jabot episode as I chat with Margot Hoppin, co-founder of Hoppin Grinsell. Discover the challenges …
Training Young Lawyers In The Age Of AI: A Riddle Wrapped In A Mystery Inside An Enigma
Winston Churchill once said about Russia: It is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma. I’m starting to …
Founding Partner Of Top 20 Biglaw Firm Passes Away
We have some incredibly unfortunate news to report out of Florida, where one of the founding partners of Am Law …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Cause Or Coincidence?
In his Bloomberg column this week, David Lat explores whether making or refusing to make deals with Trump has affected …
Eric Trump Echoes Father’s Rhetoric After Kirk Assassination to Hawk His Memoir
Eric Trump railed against “radical left lunatics” in a tirade of grievances—parroting the same rhetoric his father used in the …
The Cities Where Associates Get The Biggest Bang For Their Buck… In Pictures
Yeah, you can’t afford this one. Nine years ago, many Biglaw firms with offices in smaller markets took the bold …
Trump Declares Inflation ‘Solved’ as Americans Pay More for Gas and Groceries
Eric Trump railed against “radical left lunatics” in a tirade of grievances—parroting the same rhetoric his father used in the …
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 …
Activists Are Using AI To ‘Identify’ ICE Officers And That’s Definitely Not Good News
I know it’s never great to blame the victim, but this all could have been avoided if ICE officers hadn’t …
Being Predictable Can Be Scary — See Also
Justice Barrett Shares Concerns About Lawyers Using AI To Prep For Oral Argument: Can’t blame the software for predicting obvious …
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Miami’s Best In Biglaw
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the latest ALM Midlevel Associate Survey, …
The Secret To Longevity In Client Relationships
Are you struggling to bring order to the chaos of a litigation practice and build long-term client relationships? Adam Hersh, …
Do You REALLY Want To Be A Judge?
Decades ago, when I was a baby lawyer, I thought that I wanted to be a judge. Judges ran courtrooms, …
‘Pathetic’: Trump Pummeled for ‘Making Excuses for Putin’ Over Poland
President Donald Trump is facing intense backlash over a video he released hours after Wednesday’s murder of prominent conservative commentator …
Biglaw Not ‘Awful’ According To Some Midlevel Associates
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I thought it would be awful, and it’s mostly …
Republican Says Pride Flag Ban Would Help End Political Violence
President Donald Trump is facing intense backlash over a video he released hours after Wednesday’s murder of prominent conservative commentator …
Go In-House Sooner: The Money Is Worth It
Too often, my colleagues in law firms push back on going in-house because they want to stay longer to make …
Morning Docket: 09.11.25
* Trump administration appeals stay in bid to fire Federal Reserve governor in prelude to Supreme Court showdown. [Reuters] * …
The Impact of Workplace Culture on Preventing Sexual Harassment in NYC
Sexual harassment prevention isn’t just about compliance—it’s about culture. While New York City law requires clear policies and annual training, …
The Difference Between Inappropriate Behavior and Illegal Sexual Harassment in NYC
Not every uncomfortable interaction at work rises to the level of illegal sexual harassment, but that doesn’t mean it should …
Can Independent Contractors Experience Sexual Harassment Under NYC Law?
If you’re an independent contractor working in New York City, you may wonder whether the same workplace protections apply to …
The Employer’s Responsibility to Prevent and Address Sexual Harassment in NYC
New York City employers are held to one of the highest legal standards in the country when it comes to …
Steven Colbert Does A Great Sotomayor Impersonation — See Also
Stephen Colbert Acts As Justice Sotomayor’s Anger Translator: “This just sounds like racial profiling with extra steps.” Making Social Media …
Biglaw Partner Pay Isn’t Always Great
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to SurePoint’s recent Partner Satisfaction Survey, what …
Midlevel Biglaw Associates *Really* Don’t Want To Go To The Office
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. People don’t want to come into the office. Let …
‘Absolutely Ridiculous’: Mace Melts Down Over Dem’s ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ Comments
Two former top Trump officials from his first administration sounded the alarm after Russia attacked Poland Tuesday night, as several …
Another Legal Tech Company Heads To The NHL
Last year, Clio joined the hockey world as a jersey sponsor for the Vancouver Canucks. They’re no longer alone among …
American Federation Of Teachers Start Class Action Over Blocked Student Loan Forgiveness
“Go into public service to pay off your student loans,” they said. So you did — you took a job …
Morning Docket: 09.10.25
* Judge blocks effort to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook, noting that pre-role misconduct — in this case, a mere …
Morning Docket: 09.09.25
* Supreme Court authorizes Trump administration to begin racially profiling Latinos — and anyone authorities think looks Latino — in …
Federal Judges Getting Tired Of John Roberts Throwing Them Under The Bus — See Generally
Federal Judges Finally Say What Everyone’s Been Yelling At Their Screens: Trial judges share concern that SCOTUS is more interested …
Texas Makes It Easier for Kids to Skip Vaccines After Worst Measles Outbreak in Decades
News Published 3 hours ago on September 5, 2025 A strong majority of Americans say the Trump economy is getting …
‘Weak, Weak, Weak’: Trump Economy Getting Worse, Majority of Americans Say
A strong majority of Americans say the Trump economy is getting worse not better, and a near-majority say jobs and …
‘Worst Place Since the Pandemic’: Experts ‘Worried’ Over ‘Ominous’ Jobs Report
News Published 3 hours ago on September 5, 2025 A strong majority of Americans say the Trump economy is getting …
‘Gun Grabbers’: Trump DOJ Blasted for Weighing ‘Legally Illiterate’ Trans Gun Ban
The Trump Department of Justice is reportedly weighing how to ban transgender individuals from owning firearms — despite Second Amendment …
The Pro Mid-Market 50: Ranking The Top Law Firms Just Outside The Am Law 200 (2025)
We know how Biglaw fared in 2024, but what about the law firms that fall just outside of the Am …
Law School Tuition Bubble Eases Because No One Wants To Go A Half Million In Debt For A LinkedIn Badge
A decade ago, it seemed like law school tuition would follow Bitcoin straight to the moon. We all warned that …
Rudy Giuliani Released From Hospital After Car Crash
Rudy Giuliani, former mayor of New York and priest doxxer, was rear-ended this Saturday on a highway. Last night, Rudy …
Kim Kardashian Is Waiting On Her Bar Exam Results
Back in May, we learned that Kim Kardashian had finally graduated from “law school,” perhaps better known as the California …
Posse Comitatus This, B*tch
Today, Judge Charles Breyer issued an injunction barring Donald Trump from his takeover of Los Angles, holding the deployment of …
Ssense Files For Bankruptcy Protection As Lender Tries To Force A Sale
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Morning Docket: 09.02.25
* To bolster death penalty bid in Luigi Mangione case, prosecutors are arguing that the United Healthcare shooting, normalized gun …
‘Monsters’: The Five Trump Cabinet Secretaries a Top Political Scientist Wants Impeached
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), once seen as a possible Republican Secretary of Defense, or vice-presidential or presidential candidate in …
Judge Rules LA Troop Use Illegal as Trump Rants Chicago Is ‘Murder Capital of the World’
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), once seen as a possible Republican Secretary of Defense, or vice-presidential or presidential candidate in …
Lawyer Derails Questioning To Ask About Wigs — See Also
How Many Scalps Do You Have?: Attorney asks Cardi B about her hair in between assault allegations. Biglaw Firm Sues …
Even Antonin Scalia Would Think Donald Trump’s Latest Power Grab Is Tyrannical
Yes, if I were king, I would not allow people to go about burning the American flag. However, we have …
Insights On AI And Its Impact On Legal, Part Two
In a previous article I explored how Ethan Mollick’s insights from Co-Intelligence: Living and Working With AI about how the …
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…Of Course This Prominent Attorney Is Repping The Beleaguered CDC Head
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which lawyer is representing Centers for Disease Control …
Amy Wax’s Lawsuit Flew Too Close To The Sun, Melts In Shimmering Ball Of Disaster
Amy Wax It’s official: Amy Wax’s lawsuit against the University of Pennsylvania just got laughed out of court. The Penn …
‘Hard Questions’: VP Echoes False Claim About Antidepressants and Mass Shootings
Medical, legal, and political experts are sounding alarms amid the Trump administration’s attempt to fire the newly confirmed Director of …
Intel Drops Funding HBCU Legal Pipeline
More diversity crackdown news. Intel, known mostly for their chip production, awarded North Carolina Central University law school a $5M …
‘Just Like a Dictator’: White House Slammed Over Defense of CDC Director’s Firing
Medical, legal, and political experts are sounding alarms amid the Trump administration’s attempt to fire the newly confirmed Director of …
Personal Injury Lawyers Lead The Way On AI Adoption
Technology adoption in the legal profession has always been a mixed bag. Historically, lawyers have been receptive to some innovations, …
European Commission Approval Gives Blood Cancer Patients A New Cell Therapy Option
The post European Commission Approval Gives Blood Cancer Patients A New Cell Therapy Option appeared first on Above the Law.
Not The Help He Was Looking For — See Also
Former Biglaw Associate Detained By Cops, FBI: He recently asked for Trump’s help with a workplace racial discrimination dispute. Federal …
Where The Hell Are Bonuses? — See Also
“Special” Bonuses Lose Their Spark The Longer You Wait: Where is the money?! Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For Salary …
The Best Summer Associate Program
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the latest Vault ranking, which Biglaw …
The Waiting Game: Associates Left Hanging (Yet Again) On Special Bonuses
Today is August 22. It’s been two full business weeks since Milbank announced that it would be handing out special …
Modern Legal Workflows – How Human Should They Be? A Discussion With 3 Law Firms
Getty Images AI is entering legal workflows with a sense of inevitability. To borrow from Hemingway, imagine a conversation in …
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 …
Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For Salary Increases
Most law firms have systems in place when it comes to salary and bonus determinations. In many instances, law firms evaluate …
ICE Goes Full Hegseth: Adds Random Person To Group Chat Discussing Ongoing Manhunt
The Trump administration has been described as many things, none of them good. What no one will ever accuse it …
‘Pure Mobspeak’: Trump Slammed for Claiming No Role in Bolton Raid but ‘Could Be the One’
Despite polls showing his takeover of the D.C. Metropolitan Police and deployment of federal forces are deeply unpopular, President Donald …
Morning Docket: 08.22.25
* Judge rules that Florida must abandon publicity stunt prison known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” [Washington Post] * In Only Fans …
‘Bad Things’: Trump Now Threatening ‘Complete and Total’ Occupation of D.C.
Despite polls showing his takeover of the D.C. Metropolitan Police and deployment of federal forces are deeply unpopular, President Donald …
The Top White Collar Practice In Biglaw
(Image via Getty) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the latest Vault …
Biglaw Firms Better Be Prepared To Open Their Wallets To Pay For AI
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The bottom line is that it is coming. There …
Active Shooter At Villanova As University Urges People To Stay Away From Law School
According to news reports, there’s an active shooter situation at Villanova University. The Radnor Township Police Department are on the …
Alina Habba Can’t Pretend To Be U.S. Attorney Anymore
Alina Habba’s tenure as the not-really-U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey reached another predictable milestone today as Judge …
‘They Even Changed the Font’: Fox Host Blames ‘Libs’ for Controversial Cracker Barrel Logo
Vice President JD Vance is facing fire after heaping praise on Russian President Vladimir Putin, a former top KGB spy …
Prosecutor SHOCKED That Being A Lawyer Does Not Stop Cops From Arresting Her In Embarrassing Viral Video
Body cam footage of arrest of Assistant Attorney General Devon Hogan Flanagan provided by Newport Police Department Last week, Rhode …
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Trump Declares Victory As Court Slashes $465M Penalty, Leaves Fraud Label Intact
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Nearly Half of Fortune 500 Companies in 2025 Founded by Immigrants or Their Children
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In-House Leaders Say Lawyers At These Biglaw Firms Are Client Service ‘All-Stars’ (2025)
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Paul Weiss & Kirkland Doing Free Trump Commerce Department Work As Part Of ‘Please Don’t Hurt Us, Daddy’ Deals
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Turn Contract Friction To Flow
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Thomson Reuters CEO: Legal Profession Faces ‘Biggest Disruption In Its History’ From AI
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Let The Liar Lie: Embracing The Obstinate Witness
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More Than 100 Organizations Back Bill To Expand Patient Access To Clinical Trials
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Trumps Wrongly Claim ‘Total Victory’ in NY Fraud Ruling
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Morning Docket: 08.21.25
* This Eric Adams ally corruption story has everything: snacks, questionable lawyering, and a wad of cash. [The CITY] * …
‘Stalin Was Soft Spoken Too’: JD Vance Torched After Fawning Over Putin
News Published 1 day ago on August 20, 2025 Having completed adorning the walls of the Oval Office in gold, …
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Of Course A Lawyer Invented That!
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Agentic AI Is The ‘Fetch’ Of Legal Tech And We Need To Stop Trying To Make It Happen
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Corporate Clients Aren’t Just Going To Forget About The Biglaw Firms That Made Deals With Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’m definitely talking to general counsel who are using …
Slain Judge Allegedly Involved In ‘Nasty And Sickening’ Sex Party Ring
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Trump Official Wants a Smithsonian ‘Overemphasis’ on ‘How Far We’ve Come From Slavery’
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The Sandwich Is Mightier Than The Sword
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Stephen Miller Casts Trump’s D.C. Takeover as Race Issue in Fiery Tirade
Having completed adorning the walls of the Oval Office in gold, President Donald Trump is moving to another redecorating project: …
Disgraced Cryptocurrency Mastermind’s Guilty Plea To Fraud Could Give Victims Tax Relief
Last week, Do Kwon, a man who a few years ago was one of the most famous names in the …
Eric André Racial Profiling Suit Against Clayton County Revived
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Ed Martin Case Against Tish James So Bad, He’s Begging Her To Pretty Please Resign So It Looks Like He’s Done Something
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Why Law Firms Are Moving Beyond The Billable Hour
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The Best Law Schools For Public Service (2025)
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I Haven’t Been To The Grocery Store In Weeks Thanks To My Inflation-Proof Urban Tariff Garden
During both World Wars, patriotic Americans were encouraged to plant War Gardens in order to help households save money, become …
Hospital Margins Grow, Yet Bad Debt & Expenses Continue To Climb
The post Hospital Margins Grow, Yet Bad Debt & Expenses Continue To Climb appeared first on Above the Law.
Trump’s Border Wall to Get $500M+ ‘Hot’ Makeover Experts Say Won’t Work
Having completed adorning the walls of the Oval Office in gold, President Donald Trump is moving to another redecorating project: …
Morning Docket: 08.20.25
* Clients diversifying outside counsel options after Biglaw Surrendergate. [American Lawyer] * Ed Martin has taken the fact that even …
‘They Want Control’: Pirro Slammed for Ending D.C. Rifle Law Enforcement
Having completed adorning the walls of the Oval Office in gold, President Donald Trump is moving to another redecorating project: …
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Is This The Next Supreme Court Great Dissenter?
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which justice wrote the most dissents (10) in …
How The One Big Beautiful Bill Changes Retirement Planning For Lawyers
This sweeping legislation, which passed along largely partisan lines amid significant political controversy over its $3.4 trillion price tag and …
3 Questions For A Law Firm Marketing Professional (Part I)
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Top Biglaw Firm Increases Its Office Attendance Mandate To Four Days — But Only For Corporate Associates
Biglaw firms continue to mandate that attorneys have a physical presence in the office, and in recent times, those mandates …
Mining For DOGE: Defense Budget Docs Show $11B In ‘Efficiencies,’ But What Are They?
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Morning Docket: 08.19.25
* DLA Piper bringing everyone back to the office 4 days a week, leaving attorneys an extra day of the …
‘Exit Through a Gift Shop’: Trump Slammed for Showcasing MAGA Merchandise to World Leaders
President Donald Trump is being mocked after a White House aide posted a photo of him showing off his collection …
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Breaking Down Who’s On Top At The Supreme Court
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Supreme Court data collected by Jake …
Is Donald Trump Anointed By God?
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Biglaw Firms Continue To Depend On Attendance Mandates, And Lawyers Who Don’t Abide Are Getting Punished
While Biglaw firms continue to usher attorneys back to the office in the wake of the pandemic, hybrid work policies …
Flo Nicolas On Why Contracts Aren’t Just Legal Tools, They’re Business Signals
Ask most legal or business leaders what’s buried inside their contracts, and the answers are usually vague. Someone in legal …
Why Employers Predict A 10% Increase In Healthcare Costs For 2026
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‘Lies’: In Rant, Trump Falsely Claims States Are Mere ‘Agents’ of Federal Government
President Donald Trump is falsely claiming that the states are mere agents of the federal government in vote counting, and …
Morning Docket: 08.18.25
* Article highlights efforts surrendering firms have taken against Trump administration, which certainly seems like the sort of publicity those …
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New York’s ‘Clock Should Stop Act’ Could Ensure Safety Measures For Future Bar Exams
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Hunter Biden Shares Choice Words With Lawyer Threatening Billion-Dollar Defamation Suit For Melania Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. F*ck that. That’s not going to happen. — Hunter …
Viral D.C. Sandwich Thrower ID’d As One Of The DOJ’s Own
The latest bit of ridiculous news in our nation’s turn toward authoritarianism is the felony charges levied against the D.C. …
Aderant Signs Deal To Acquire Legal Tech Assets Of HerculesAI, Including Its AI Platform For Billing Compliance
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AI & GenAI In The Courts: Practical Takeaways From Recent eDiscovery Orders
Courts appear to be embracing AI and GenAI technologies for eDiscovery workflows, but with clear expectations around transparency and defensibility. …
‘People Are Scared’: Newsom Hits Back at Trump as Border Patrol Makes Arrest Outside Rally
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disparaged “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients, alleging they spend hours …
Filling The Box: The Rules For Jury Selection
The key to jury selection is deselecting jurors who are harmful to your case and selecting favorable jurors. Each side …
‘Most Economists Don’t Agree With Us’ Admits Trump Trade Chief as Costs Climb
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disparaged “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients, alleging they spend hours …
Dr. Oz: God Gave Medicaid Users a Desire to ‘Change the World’—Not Watch TV
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disparaged “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients, alleging they spend hours …
Inflation ‘Starting to Boil’: Dire Economic News for Trump — Worst in Three Years
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, disparaged “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients, alleging they spend hours …
Attorneys’ Fees Awarded In Civil Litigation Generally Should Be Paid By The Lawyer But Usually The Client Gets Screwed
It does not happen very often in the American legal system, but occasionally in a lawsuit, one side is ordered …
DOJ: UHG, Amedisys Must Divest 164 Locations For Acquisition To Proceed
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Morning Docket: 08.13.25
* Elon Musk threatens to sue Apple because OpenAI somehow performs better than his model that calls itself “MechaHitler.” [CNBC] …
Dem Governor Schools Fox Host Over Trump’s ‘Performative’ DC Takeover
News Published 21 hours ago on August 12, 2025 President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, …
Today At ILTACON: A Sustainable Future For The Legal Industry
Wednesday at ILTACON 2025 kicks off at 9 a.m. in Potomac A/B with Reena SenGupta’s powerful Keynote session, Helping the …
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The Excellent Results From Specializing In Litigation
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the most recent Vault ranking, which …
UChicago Law Offers AI Course On Tenant Rights
Have you ever sat in court because of a property dispute and wanted to yell out “@Grok, is this true?” …
‘Alaska Is a State’: White House Scrambles, Says Trump Will Host Putin ‘On American Soil’
News Published 8 hours ago on August 12, 2025 President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, …
‘Adventures In Legal Tech’: Tackling Case Management Inertia
Many small law firms have relied on the same case management system for years. It’s where all of their data …
Some Law Firms ‘Can’t Afford’ Not To Match Milbank’s Summer Bonuses
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. There’s a new pecking order at the top of …
ABA Strikes Back At Trump, Condemning His Attacks On Lawyers And The Rule Of Law
Yesterday, and the American Bar Association amped up their beef with President Donald Trump, adopting a resolution condemning his attempts …
Solving The Justice Delay Problem With AI
Justice too long delayed is justice denied. — Dr. Martin Luther King It’s axiomatic that if a litigant has to …
Splash! Another Law Firm Dives Into The Summer Bonus Pool
Summertime, and the livin’ is easy — for law firm associates on the receiving end of bonuses, that is. In …
Take The Break, Keep The Lead: Recharge Without Losing Ground
In a profession that never sleeps, taking a break can feel like a luxury. But in reality, it’s a necessity. …
‘Textbook Authoritarianism’: Trump Nominee Faces Backlash Over Jobs Report Plan
President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Heritage Foundation economist E.J. Antoni, is facing backlash after …
Webinar On AI In The Courts: What Judges Are Using, How It Works, And Why Lawyers Need To Adapt
Rapid advances in generative AI are reshaping the professional world, and this trend appears only to be accelerating. A new …
‘Top-Secret Democrat Memo’: House GOP Group Mocked for Satirical ‘Leaked’ Project 2026 Plan
News Published 2 hours ago on August 12, 2025 President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Bureau of Labor Statistics, …
LexisNexis Launches Protégé General AI, Expanding The Agentic Capabilities Of Its AI Assistant To General AI Models Such As GPT-5
LexisNexis Legal & Professional today introduced Protégé General AI, expanding its artificial intelligence platform to include secure access to multiple …
Stop Blaming Career Women For The Falling Fertility Rate
Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “The Ex-Careerist,” here. …
BioNTech To Pay CureVac, GSK $740M Plus Royalties To Settle mRNA Patent Disputes
The post BioNTech To Pay CureVac, GSK $740M Plus Royalties To Settle mRNA Patent Disputes appeared first on Above the …
Understanding the #MeToo Movement’s Impact on NYC Sexual Harassment Law
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Proving Discrimination: What Kind of Evidence Do You Need in NYC?
It’s one thing to feel discriminated against at work. It’s another to prove it. Discrimination cases in New York City …
The Role of the EEOC and the NYC Commission on Human Rights in Discrimination Cases
If you’ve been discriminated against at work, you’re not just dealing with a personal setback—you’re facing a legal issue. But …
Biglaw’s Waiting For ‘A Second Shoe To Drop’ Before Matching Milbank’s Summer Bonuses
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Corporate, from a lateral associate standpoint, is so-so, unless …
Politicians Who Decline To Fix What Ails Us
If you asked me to name one thing that seems politically feasible and would help fix what ails America, I’d …
Department Of Commerce Threatens Harvard’s IP Rights To Gain Leverage In Negotiations
Harvard has been dealt a rough hand by the Trump administration. Not only are billions of dollars of federal funding …
Maryam Salehijam On Why Contracting Is The Hidden Bottleneck And How ALSPs, Legal Ops, And Tech Can Actually Fix It
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Litera’s Adam Ryan Shares Big ILTACON Plans
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Another Day, Another Merger: Biglaw Firm Scoops Up Midsize Firm Gutted By Departures
In an effort to expand their footprints across the United States, Biglaw firms have been raiding midsize firms in the …
Second Quarter Delivered Eerie Calm For Law Firms Waiting For Tariff Economy Slump
In its latest Law Firm Financial Index, Thomson Reuters compares the legal market to the eye of a storm. Perhaps. …
Will The Arkansas PBM Law Survive A Judge’s Rejection?
The post Will The Arkansas PBM Law Survive A Judge’s Rejection? appeared first on Above the Law.
‘Major Step Toward Martial Law’: Ex-Trump Security Official Slams DC Police Takeover
Violent crime in Washington, D.C. fell by double digits in 2024 and again in the first half of 2025, yet …
‘Doddering Old Man’: Trump’s Russia-Alaska Blunder Fuels Questions and Concerns
Violent crime in Washington, D.C. fell by double digits in 2024 and again in the first half of 2025, yet …
‘Power Play’: Critics Blast Trump Seizing DC Police, Declaring ‘Emergency’ Amid Crime Drop
Violent crime in Washington, D.C. fell by double digits in 2024 and again in the first half of 2025, yet …
Jake Paul Hires Biglaw Superstar Alex Spiro For Legal Knockout Punch
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’ve been retained by Mr. Paul to pursue legal …
Suing White Supremacists Considered Biglaw Brave In 2025
Paul, Weiss is representing Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in a lawsuit against the Hudson Valley Proud Boys and their …
Top Biglaw Firm Poaches 40+ Lawyers From Competitor In Latest Group Lateral Move
Group lateral moves are still all the rage in Biglaw, and Crowell & Moring ought to know — the Am …
P. Diddy Taps On Trump Administration For Pardon Request
The Onion presents itself as America’s Finest News Source. Speaking frankly, that tongue-in-cheek moniker has a lot going for it. …
The Bar Exam Death Drive Becomes Dangerously Literal
A woman went into cardiac arrest during the New York bar exam. Thankfully, the administrators responded swiftly. JUST KIDDING! They …
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Gabbard Blasted for CIA-Defying Russia Report That Sends ‘Chilling Message’ to US Allies
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Congress Just Deleted Habeas Corpus From The Constitution On Its Website
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Governor Wants Maps to Reflect State’s ‘Christian Conservative Majority’ Says GOP Lawmaker
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest attack on public health is drawing fierce backlash from medical …
Is It A Good Idea To Accept Equity In A Company Instead Of Cash In Exchange For Legal Services?
Every once in a while, you may meet a client that wants to start a business. Like most startups, they …
‘Corrupt and Ill-Informed’: RFK Jr. Ripped by Experts After Gutting Vaccine Research
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest attack on public health is drawing fierce backlash from medical …
What Do Digital Health Leaders Think Of Trump’s New AI Action Plan?
The post What Do Digital Health Leaders Think Of Trump’s New AI Action Plan? appeared first on Above the Law.
New Report Reveals Devastating Impact of Trump’s Expanded Travel Ban
$715 Million in Taxes, $2.5 Billion in Spending Power at Risk WASHINGTON, DC, August 6 — A new report released …
Former Covington Associate Accuses Partner Of Racial Discrimination — See Also
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Biglaw’s Retreat On Immigration Cases
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to analysis by Reuter, during the surge …
3 (IP) Takeaways From The Lex Machina 2025 Litigation Damages Report
Now that we have crossed the halfway point of 2025, it is as good a time as any to take …
The Best Law Schools For Nontraditional Students (2025)
Not all law students are fresh out of their undergraduate studies. Some have already enjoyed successful careers before deciding to …
Trump Threatens to ‘Federalize’ DC After ‘Somebody From DOGE Was Very Badly Hurt’
President Donald Trump has come under fire for remarks he made about undocumented immigrants performing farm labor, after claiming they …
‘It’s Just A Matter Of Time’: Waiting For Trump’s Constitutional Crisis
(Illustration via ChatGPT) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Mark my words. Trump will defy …
Hawaii Opens Public Defender Program To Out-Of-State Lawyers
Are you committed to providing legal counsel to those in need? Are you okay with the risk of unexpected tsunami …
Welcome To Biglaw: Brand New Megafirm Officially Makes Its Debut
It’s the first full week of August, and for the Biglaw community, that means that a new competitor has officially …
Former Biglaw Associate Alleges Partner Used Racial Slur
Late last night, a former associate took to LinkedIn to accuse a Covington partner of calling him a racial slur. …
Transportation Secretary Warns US Is Behind in ‘Race to the Moon’
President Donald Trump has come under fire for remarks he made about undocumented immigrants performing farm labor, after claiming they …
Florida AG Declares War On Law Firms Over DEI
Oh, Florida. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier just made the latest move to make his state the MAGA-ist of them …
‘Racist and Cruel’: Trump Torched for Claim Undocumented Workers Do Farm Labor ‘Naturally’
President Donald Trump has come under fire for remarks he made about undocumented immigrants performing farm labor, after claiming they …
Is Your Business Development Evolving Or Just Repeating Itself?
There’s something I’ve been seeing a lot lately, and it’s too important to ignore. Too many lawyers are out there …
Cyber Insurance Premiums Are Soaring — And So Are Your Risks
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Is Justice Roberts A Dolt? Pam Bondi Seems To Think So.
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Celebrity Hair Colorist And Brand Ambassador Arrested On Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct With A Minor
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Morning Docket: 08.05.25
* Sotomayor expresses support for court reform in overlooked audio. [Fix the Court] * DOJ opening investigations into Obama officials …
Trump Rages About ‘Rigged’ as CNBC Host Struggles to Reel Him In
News Published 15 hours ago on August 4, 2025 A leaked Department of Homeland Security memo reveals a plan to …
Litigating The President’s Ability To Impose Tariffs
(Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images) Look at the remarkable uses to which President Donald Trump has put his …
Bar Applicants Call B.S. On Examiner’s Account Of Test-Taker Suffering Cardiac Arrest
Good news: the woman who collapsed during the New York bar exam at Hofstra reportedly survived. That’s worth saying up …
Meet Me At ILTACON: Aiden, Intelligent Automation For IT Teams
Major conferences like ILTACON spotlight the transformative tools that are making waves in industry. But sometimes these tools can advance …
The Law Schools With The Most Diverse Faculty (2025)
If you’re considering applying to law school, one of the things you may want to consider in your search is …
Trump Launches Jack Smith Investigation… And That’s Probably Going To Backfire
The over-the-top bullying of the Trump II reign continues. Over the weekend it was revealed the Office of Special Counsel …
Rethinking Legal Drafting: A More Integrated, Intelligent Future
Across the globe, legal professionals are under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality work faster—without sacrificing accuracy or compliance. But for …
‘This Is a War’: Hochul Joins Blue-State Map Push in Gerrymander Arms Race
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
Disparate Ninth Circuit Takes On The Birthright Citizenship Order
In State of Washington, et al. v. Trump, et al., the Ninth Circuit reviewed the constitutionality of Executive Order No. 14160, issued by President …
Trump Melts Down Over Elizabeth Warren’s Accusations
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
New AMA Report Highlights Lack Of Competition In PBM Market
The post New AMA Report Highlights Lack Of Competition In PBM Market appeared first on Above the Law.
Top Trump Adviser Rejects ‘Rigged’ Numbers Narrative
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
Morning Docket: 08.04.25
* Supreme Court prepares to strike down the rest of the Voting Rights Act. [Reuters] * Welcome McDermott Will & …
Meet Us At ILTACON: Traveling Coaches And LegalMind+
Traveling Coaches’ impact in the world and for its clients is all about helping others thrive. Since 1995, the company …
The Law Schools With The Best Professors (2025)
If you’re considering applying to law school, you obviously want to attend the best one you’re able to get into, …
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
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Trump Administration Says It’s Going To Start Locking Up Homeless People
‘I won’t let people forget either!’ (Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP via Getty Images) We’ve finally got a Stalin to call …
Morning Docket: 08.01.25
* Kavanaugh tells judges that the Supreme Court can’t explain shadow docket opinions because it might suggest to lower courts …
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ABA Law School Accreditation Days May Be Numbered
The Trump administration has it out for the ABA. They’ve been taken off the job of vetting judiciary nominees and …
Recurring Themes In Bob Ambrogi’s 30 Years Of Legal Tech Reporting
[Note: This year marks the 30th in which I’ve been tracking the development of legal tech — or at least …
Gimme An ‘A’! Gimme An ‘I’! What Does That Spell?
By the time this is published, the July bar exam will be history. Remember my admonition to not discuss your …
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There’s A Survey Of The Law Schools With The Best Teachers: Does your school make the top? It might surprise …
Historic Job And Salary Numbers For Law School Grads
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Trivia Question of the Day! According to the National Association for Law Placement …
Is It OK To Take A Long Vacation And Then Quit?
As a first-year Biglaw associate, the shop at which I worked had a generous vacation policy. They gave all attorneys four …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Tech Tops The Charts
This week, Corporate Counsel released its 2025 General Counsel Compensation Report, featuring pay for legal chiefs at Fortune 1000 companies. …
SAVE Won’t Be Saving You From The Compound Interest On Your Law School Loans Anymore
Student loan debt is one of the worst souvenirs a law school graduate can take on as a reminder of …
Patrick Byrne And Hunter Biden Bring The Crazy To California Courtroom
Patrick Byrne, the Overstock.com weirdo who backed Trump’s “Stop the Steal” effort in 2020, outcrazied a federal judge in California …
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Jeffery Kruse made an important point in Olga Mack’s recent Above the Law interview that struck a chord with me: contracts are …
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In this episode of “Be That Lawyer,” I sat down with entrepreneur, speaker, and growth-minded leader David Schnurman. We explored …
Federal Judge Discloses Death Threats, Harassment Amid Toxic Rhetoric From Trump Administration
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’ve been on the …
Why You Shouldn’t Use AI To Write Your Executive (Legal) Resume Or LinkedIn Profile
As someone who writes executive resumes on a weekly basis and coaches in-house counsel on the executive job search process, …
‘Dangerous and Corrupt’: Critics Slam Trump for Firing Labor Stats Chief Over Jobs Report
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
Trump’s ‘Rare’ Nuclear Sub Deployment Follows Epstein Scandal, Jobs Slump, Critics Say
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
Trump Responsible for Rising Prices, High Cost of Living, Most Americans Say: Report
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
‘Bad’ and ‘Brutal’ Jobs Report—Unemployment Jumps in ‘Sputtering’ Labor Market: Experts
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
‘Bring Back Joe McCarthy’: Fox Host Rages at Democrats’ ‘Communist’ NYC Candidate
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
White House Pushes for Trump to Be Awarded Nobel Peace Prize—and One for Economics
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
‘Doesn’t Even Mention Them’: Judges Question Trump’s ‘Emergency’ Tariff Powers
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
GOP Senator Calls for Ban on ‘All These Chinese’ Entering US to Study
A furious President Donald Trump has fired the Commissioner of Labor Statistics following a dismal June jobs report that showed …
Bonus Season Is Here!
This Boutique Firm Is Kicking Off Summer Bonuses?: Has your firm? Why not?! Suing Coldplay For Defamation Is The Last …
The Staggering Salary At The Top Of The General Counsel Game
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025 General Counsel Report, which …
Tying Health Care To Employment Cuts Productivity, Harms The Economy, And Makes Workers Miserable
I’ve been listening to the audio book version of “Careless People” by Sarah Wynn-Williams. If you haven’t read it, you …
Assistant U.S. Attorneys Are Heading For The Exits Thanks To Political Creep Into Government Work
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [P]eople [in the New Jersey office] are concerned about …
Andrew Yang Says AI Is Replacing Biglaw Associates, Which Is Great News For Malpractice Lawyers
Andrew Yang hasn’t had a lot of success at the polls, but the former Davis Polk associate turned tech entrepreneur …
Trump Launches Bizarre Epstein Files ‘Scam’ Rant When Asked About Russiagate
U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a searing critique of some of his fellow Democrats, accusing them of being “complicit …
Hallucinations Here, Hallucinations There, Hallucinations Everywhere: Why Do Lawyers Keep Doing It?
The story is all too familiar by now. A lawyer uses ChatGPT to draft a brief, gets back a polished …
‘Five Alarm Fire for Democracy’: Trump’s Texas Map Slammed as ‘Illegal Voter Suppression’
U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a searing critique of some of his fellow Democrats, accusing them of being “complicit …
Lawyers Getting Really High On AI Hallucinations
It was a very bad week for lawyers and hallucinations. A federal judge had to withdraw an opinion with fake …
Face Of Infidelity Wants To Sue Coldplay Because He Got Caught In Public
For everyone who thought getting caught cheating with the head of HR at a Coldplay concert was the whitest thing …
Know What’s Going On In The Classroom! — See Also
Which Law Schools Offer The Best Classroom Experience?: Read this list to find out! Gotta Know Which Battles To Fight: …
When Lincoln Said ‘No’ To SCOTUS… And How It Relates To Biglaw
The Trump administration infamously doesn’t understand how habeas corpus works, but when cornered are quick to point to Abraham Lincoln …
U.S. Appeals Court Renews Judge Pauline Newman’s Suspension
Pauline Newman is still fighting to be able to do her job. It’s pretty simple: Article III-appointed judges are to …
‘Complicity With Authoritarian’: Booker Goes Ballistic on Democrats—‘Too Much on the Line’
U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a searing critique of some of his fellow Democrats, accusing them of being “complicit …
Biglaw AI Apocalypse Brews As One Fake Case Turns Into Litany Of False Cites
After confessing the firm submitted a post-trial motion citing a non-existent case helpfully supplied by ChatGPT, Goldberg Segalla cut ties …
‘Our People’: Hawley Says Tariff Rebates for ‘Trump Blue-Collar Voters’—Not ‘Biden Voters’
U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a searing critique of some of his fellow Democrats, accusing them of being “complicit …
The Incredible Shrinking Circuit Court
Is the Tenth Circuit about to get smaller? That’s what the U.S. Judicial Conference wants — in a new report, they’ve …
Biglaw Firm Encourages Remote Work After Fatal Office Shooting
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. While we are relieved to confirm all of our …
Harvard Law Graduate Is Helping Trump Attack Her Alma Mater
There are many ways to pay homage and give back to the schools that brought you up. There’s the obvious …
From Courtroom To Canvas: Quinn Emanuel Gets Creative, Debuts Arts Foundation With Ambitious Mission
Quinn Emanuel is one of the most successful law firms in the world, and it brings in millions upon millions …
Former Biglaw Partner Publicly Fighting With A Computer Program Which Is Totally Not Crazy Person Behavior
Cleta Mitchell (image from the old Foley & Lardner site) Former Foley & Lardner partner Cleta Mitchell is engaged in …
AI In The Courts: What Judges Are Using, How It Works, And Why Lawyers Need To Adapt
Rapid advances in generative AI are reshaping the professional world, and this trend appears only to be accelerating. A new …
Loyalty Litmus Test? Trump Allies Quietly Prep SCOTUS Short List
Multiple allies close to President Donald Trump are preparing short lists of potential Supreme Court nominees should any of the …
The Art Of Melania
(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty) Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to …
Ex-Pence Chief Scorches Tariff Rebates—Likens Them to Soviet-Style Central Planning
Multiple allies close to President Donald Trump are preparing short lists of potential Supreme Court nominees should any of the …
The Law Schools That Give Students The Best Classroom Experience (2025)
(Image via Getty) If you’re considering applying to law school, one of the things you may want to consider in …
The Horror Of This Year’s Bar Exam!
Everyone loves a good bar exam horror story. This week, tens of thousands of people will sit for the July …
Bipartisan Bill Seeks To Establish Parity Between MA & Traditional Medicare Payments
The post Bipartisan Bill Seeks To Establish Parity Between MA & Traditional Medicare Payments appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 07.29.25
* New whistleblower report about Emil Bove, though honestly if the first one didn’t stop him, there’s not really any …
Alina Habba Is So Back, Baby
(Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) The president’s personal lawyer Alina Habba is once again the acting US Attorney for New …
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 …
The 100 Largest Law Firms In New York (2024)
There are many different and exciting ways to rank law firms. How prestigious are they? How much money are they …
Lawyer Turned Novelist Pens The Perfect Summer Read
In this episode of The Jabot, I interview attorney and author Audrey Ingram, who shares her compelling transition from a law …
Major Biglaw Firm Delays Start Date For Some Incoming Associates
A&O Shearman is one of the nine Biglaw firms that kissed Donald Trump’s ring, inking a deal (over the pleas …
Law Schools With The Most Competitive Students v. Law Schools With The Best Quality Of Life (2025)
Are you searching for a law school where you can actually have a social life? Of course you are! But …
Supreme Court To Lower Courts: Ignore Actual Binding Precedent, Follow Our Unexplained Shadow Docket Vibes Instead
(Photographer: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg) The Supreme Court’s shadow docket has become a lawless mess. The justices are issuing extremely consequential rulings with …
Coalition Of 28 Organizations Urge Congress To Extend ACA Enhanced Tax Credits
The post Coalition Of 28 Organizations Urge Congress To Extend ACA Enhanced Tax Credits appeared first on Above the Law.
Trump Floats Rebate Checks From Tariffs He Claims Consumers Don’t Pay
News Published 4 hours ago on July 25, 2025 Just before departing for a five-day trip to his golf properties …
‘Fix Is in’: Trump Leaves Door Open to Pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, Sparking Outrage
Just before departing for a five-day trip to his golf properties in Scotland while the Epstein files scandal swirls around …
‘Adios’ to GOP House Control if Trump Can’t Fix Issue That Got Him Elected: CNN Analyst
News Published 4 hours ago on July 25, 2025 Just before departing for a five-day trip to his golf properties …
Morning Docket: 07.24.25
* Ninth Circuit able to read the plain text of the 14th Amendment, which is news in 2025. [Reuters] * …
An Opportunity To Chew The Cud — See Also
Some Well-Meaning Advice For The Biglaw Biter: There are some personality quirks you leave at the office door. It Isn’t …
Lawyers Hit Turning Point On AI
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025 Legal Risk Index Report …
Some Great — If Obvious — Advice For The Biglaw Biter
So… everyone’s been talking about the Biglaw Biter. Not exclusively in Biglaw circles, or even just within the legal profession, …
Clorox’s Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Reveals Embarrassing Security Protocol
When most people think of hacking, they probably think of some Matrix-like montage of all-black suits, otherworldy tech savvy, and …
Trump DOJ’s Keystone Kops Fire Alina Habba Replacement Without Realizing That Has Nothing To Do With It
(Photo by Julia Demaree Nikhinson – Pool/Getty Images) In one of the more stupid episodes in an already stupid run …
Ex-Biglaw Associate Wants You To Know His Former Firm Was Trying To Keep Its Trumpiness On The DL
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Actually, speaking as a former employee, none of this …
Legal Experts on Report DOJ Told Trump His Name Was in Epstein Files Months Ago: ‘Interesting’
News Published 7 hours ago on July 23, 2025 A prominent U.S. Senator is warning the Republican Party that if …
Partner Who Wrote About AI Ethics, Fired For Citing Fake AI Cases
Most of the time, when a lawyer unwittingly cites a bunch of fake cases spit out by artificial intelligence, it’s …
More Money, More Law Clerks! — See Also
Latham & Watkins Is Bumping Up Their Clerk Compensation: Check out the new numbers here! Shon Hopwood Convicted In Domestic …
This Biglaw Firm Is Adding To Its Office Space In A Big Way
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to market research by commercial real estate …
Reading Trump’s Mind: The Epstein Files
What was Donald Trump thinking about the Jeffrey Epstein files? Maybe this: It’s the middle of 2024, and the Epstein …
Biglaw Associates Are Having A Moment When It Comes To Quitting During Trump’s Reign
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. This is not normal. It’s very unusual to see …
Whither The Law Librarian?
I’m attending the American Association of Law Librarians (AALL) Conference this week in Portland, Oregon. It’s one of my favorite …
Prominent Georgetown Law Professor Convicted In Domestic Violence Case
Shon Hopwood is a name that is often celebrated within the legal profession as a case of true criminal reform. In …
Nothing Beats A Break From Billables Quite Like Hiking
What’s in a Biglaw name? A lot, actually. Mix up your K names and you could end up working for …
Another Biglaw Firm That Capitulated To Donald Trump Loses A Litigation Partner To A Firm That Decidedly Did *Not*
A&O Shearman’s securities litigation practice is a little lighter. As of today, New York-based partner Agnès Dunogué has moved firms, …
As Inflation Rises and Polls Drop White House Claims ‘Data’ Shows Economy ‘Back on Track’
House Democrats are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s directive to eliminate Democratic seats in Texas by launching an aggressive …
Experts Sound Alarm as Trump Officials Accused of Defying Court Orders: Report
House Democrats are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s directive to eliminate Democratic seats in Texas by launching an aggressive …
Notorious P-Grabber Sues WSJ For Suggesting He Drew Boobs
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) On Friday, a federal judge in New York dismissed Donald Trump’s copyright suit against Bob …
Judge Trolls Lawyer Over Flowery Excuses For AI Hallucinations
Last week, we wrote about yet another lawyer filing a brief riddled with AI hallucinations. But to spice up the …
No. 2 Biglaw Firm In America Increases Its Bonuses — For Law Clerks!
One of the many benefits of having a federal clerkship is the extra bonus you’ll receive if you decide to …
Take Our Law Department Compensation Survey!
Above the Law has tracked corporate counsel pay for many years in our annual In-House Compensation Report. This year, for …
Legal Ethics Roundup: Ex-DOJ Ethics Lawyer Speaks Out, Associate Fired for Trump Critique, Judge Visas Stripped, AI & ‘Snitch’ Rule & More
Thank you for being here. Welcome to what captivates, haunts, inspires, and surprises me every week in the world of …
Why HHS’ Notice On Federal Public Benefits Harms Both Lawfully Present And Undocumented Immigrants
Last week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it is restricting undocumented immigrants’ access to …
Morning Docket: 07.21.25
* Trump slaps Rupert Murdoch with $10B suit. Or more accurately “SLAPPs.” [CNBC] * Ohio considers dropping requirement that lawyers …
Dems Launch Aggressive House Map Blitz as Red States Plan Blue Seat Redraw
House Democrats are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s directive to eliminate Democratic seats in Texas by launching an aggressive …
Alina Habba To Let The Screen Door Hit Her On Her Way Out Of U.S. Attorney Job (OR MAYBE NOT!)
(Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Famed parking garage lawyer Alina Habba spent her tenure as the quasi-U.S. Attorney …
Is AI Behind These In-House Microsoft Layoffs? — See Also
This Could Be Some Serious Disruption: A recruiting partner thinks that adopting AI could lessen the need for junior attorneys. …
If You Want To See A *Really* Evil Judge In Action…
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! What Disney film features a judge as the …
Despite Progress, Healthcare Cybersecurity Is Still Falling Short
The post Despite Progress, Healthcare Cybersecurity Is Still Falling Short appeared first on Above the Law.
Winning vs. Beating: The Lawyer’s Dilemma In Business And Beyond
In the heat of an argument — whether it’s a tense negotiation or a spirited debate among colleagues — lawyers …
Alina Habba To Let The Screen Door Hit Her On Her Way Out Of U.S. Attorney Job (OR MAYBE NOT!)
(Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Famed parking garage lawyer Alina Habba spent her tenure as the quasi-U.S. Attorney …
Biglaw Partners Alarmed By Zohran Mamdani’s Proposed Tax Increases
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. If you’re a New York lawyer, between federal, state …
Florida Judge Suspended For Donating To Biden And Harris Campaigns
Being a federal judge has its perks. You get to lash out against a group of students who ask you …
Trump Sues Murdoch Over WSJ’s Epstein Birthday Letter Story
After weeks of mounting scrutiny and days of growing scandal surrounding President Donald Trump—culminating Thursday night with a bombshell Wall …
FBI Told to Flag Mentions of Trump in Epstein Files, Dem Says in Scathing Letter to Bondi
After weeks of mounting scrutiny and days of growing scandal surrounding President Donald Trump—culminating Thursday night with a bombshell Wall …
The 100 Largest Law Firms In Florida (2024)
There are many different and exciting ways to rank law firms. How prestigious are they? How much money are they …
How Do You Love Above The Law? Let Us Count The Ways.
Take the ATL Audience Survey and share your thoughts. Above the Law is conducting an audience survey. We want to …
Gut Instinct In The Age Of AI: Do We Need To Rethink What Young Lawyers Need To Learn?
When I was a young lawyer, I spent hours in dark dusty warehouses paging through documents, looking for something relevant …
Anthropic, Google, And xAI Win $200M Each From Pentagon AI Chief For ‘Agentic AI’
The post Anthropic, Google, And xAI Win $200M Each From Pentagon AI Chief For ‘Agentic AI’ appeared first on Above …
Morning Docket: 07.16.25
* Epstein video had 3 minutes cut out of it but no one was smart enough to realize the metadata …
Trump Appears to Forget He Appointed Fed Chair — Denies Rumors He May Fire Him
One of the nation’s most prominent civil rights attorneys is denouncing Fox News co-host Greg Gutfeld’s attempt to normalize the …
‘Loathsome’: Fox Host’s ‘What Up, My Nazi?’ Rant Slammed by Civil Rights Icon
One of the nation’s most prominent civil rights attorneys is denouncing Fox News co-host Greg Gutfeld’s attempt to normalize the …
Navigating Disability Accommodation Requests in NYC: An Employer’s and Employee’s Guide
In a city as dynamic and diverse as New York, disability accommodations in the workplace are more than a compliance …
Employment Law and ADA Compliance: What NYC Workers Need to Know
If you’re dealing with a disability, you already have enough on your plate. The last thing you need is an …
Supreme Court Expands Differential Pay Rights for Federal Reservists
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on April 30, 2025, that federal civilian employees who are also military reservists are entitled …
Pregnancy Discrimination in NYC: Your Rights as a Working Parent
Pregnancy should be a time of excitement, not anxiety about how your job will treat you. But many workers in …
Donald Trump’s Second Shot At Remaking The Federal Judiciary Has Officially Begun
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Yesterday, the Senate approved the first judicial nominee …
Judge Reprimanded After Dismissive Treatment Of DAs
While judges should get a lot of leeway when it comes to their courtrooms, there should also be limits. Things …
Professor Discusses Equitable Relief, Bombarded With Replies Complaining About DEI
Last night, the Supreme Court authorized the Trump administration to dismantle the Education Department, using the shadow docket to block …
Creating Judicial Accountability Where Before There Was None
Aspiring law clerks are applying and interviewing for clerkships right now. Before The Legal Accountability Project (LAP) launched our nationwide …
Federal Judges Give Big Ol’ Nope To New York U.S. Attorney Pick
As of today, John Sarcone III is out of a job. The former regional administrator for the US General Services Administration …
Am Law 100 Firm Hit With Second Malpractice Claim This Year… With Three, They Get A Free Sandwich!
No matter what becomes of these claims, it’s been a rough year for Akerman LLP. It’s only July and the …
‘Popping Champagne’: Russia Scoffs, Snubs Trump’s 100% Tariff Ultimatum
News Published 9 hours ago on July 15, 2025 Despite President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that there is “no inflation,” …
Obama Calls Out Biglaw Firms That Capitulated To Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [They] set aside the law [not because they were] …
First-Year Biglaw Associate Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash
(Image via Getty) We have more sad news to report from California, where a young associate from a top Biglaw …
Revenge Ages Well — See Also
This Former Legal Secretary’s “I Quit!” Is Still Worth Talking About: If you bring your home life to work, your …
Biggest Biglaw Partner Raid Of The Year
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by Am Law, which …
You Have To Read This Epic Tale Of Biglaw Revenge
This week, Slate is featuring ruminations on the nature of revenge. And as our country is increasingly run by the …
Kirkland Asks Associates Suspicious Question That Has Folks Wondering
Big changes rarely happen quickly at Biglaw firms. Even before the rank-and-file associates catch wind of anything, there’s usually much …
States Sue Trump For Money Congress Already Allotted To Public Education
Harvard isn’t the only school worried that the Trump administration will screw over their funding. Public schools get their fair …
This Biglaw Firm’s Chair Is Trying To Steer Clear Of Trump’s Wrath
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [The Trump administration] seems …
Lawyer Cites AI Hallucinations, Responds With Pretentious Meditation On Nature Of Being
It’s a day that ends in “y” so we have another story about a lawyer filing fake citations with a …
Thinking Differently About AI: Lawyers Need To Stop Using AI Like A Glorified Admin
Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see …
Promising Young Midsize Firm Associate Dies In Texas Floods
We have more tragic news to report from Texas, where a young associate from a midsize firm recently passed away …
Admit It: Trump’s Done A Few Things Right
(Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP via Getty Images) As regular readers of this column know, I’m no fan of Donald Trump’s. But …
Rollins Slams Medicaid, Touts Healthy Food to Cut Health Care Costs—GOP Cut Both Programs
News Published 6 hours ago on July 14, 2025 For the past few days, President Donald Trump and his allies …
At Faith-Based Event Trump Courts Religious CEOs, Uses Expletive, Calls Dems ‘Evil’
News Published 6 hours ago on July 14, 2025 For the past few days, President Donald Trump and his allies …
‘Like Taking a Knife to a Gunfight’: Trump’s Russia Tariffs of ‘About 100%’ Mocked
For the past few days, President Donald Trump and his allies have been teasing what was billed as a major …
State AG Angry That AI Doesn’t Love Trump More, Will Waste Taxpayer Money Until It Does!
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) If you were under the impression that the Attorney General of Missouri had a duty …
Biglaw Firm’s Leader Seems To Shrug Off Partner Departures, Including That Of Former Name Partner
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Sure, we’ve experienced some attrition. All law firms do. …
Building A Successful CLE: Consider An Ethics Component
Getty Images Ed. note: This is the fourth post in a series. In our previous articles, we’ve explored how to …
Harvard Scrubs Mentions Of Undergrad Services For Women And Minorities From Their Website
The Trump administration has been going out of their way to give Harvard a hard time. They’ve withheld billions in …
AI Strategy Reality Check: Are You Prioritizing Platform Over Performance?
At UpLevel Ops, we take a vendor-agnostic approach, adapting to the tools our clients already use rather than steering them …
Vault Rankings: Top Midsize Law Firms By Regional Prestige (2026)
Vault recently published the 2026 edition of all manner of its closely watched rankings for the country’s law firms, including …
Trump Administration Bones The Johnson Amendment
In 2017, a newly elected President Trump promised faith leaders to remove a once-critical barrier in the separation of church …
On LawNext: How LexisNexis And Harvey Are Partnering To Reshape Legal AI, With LexisNexis CEO Sean Fitzpatrick
When legal research giant LexisNexis and legal AI giant Harvey announced a strategic alliance last month, legal tech commentator Richard …
Demand Letter’s Threatened Legal Remedies ‘F#*!ing Stupid,’ Responds Lawyer
For most lawyers, responding to a cease and desist letter is an exercise in draft after draft of incremental editing …
The Trend Continues: Another Biglaw Firm Ups Its In-Office Requirement
It’s wild what a difference five years makes. In, say, 2019 (notably pre-Covid), if you said the new Biglaw trend …
‘Dumb-Dumb’: Fox News Host Declares Rising Democrat a ‘Mental Deficient’ Amid Senate Buzz
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is under fire after posting a hostile and defensive social media statement late Wednesday …
GOP Senator Denounces Anti-ICE Democrats as ‘Pawns’ of an ‘Anarchist Agenda’
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is under fire after posting a hostile and defensive social media statement late Wednesday …
‘Absolute Cringe’: DHS Ridiculed After Attacking CNN Report—by Confirming It
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is under fire after posting a hostile and defensive social media statement late Wednesday …
Gotta Bump Those Attendance Numbers Up — See Also
Biglaw Firm Adopts Four-Day, In-Person Mandate: At least you get to stay home on Fridays! Not Saying You Did Anything …
When Being A Judge Isn’t A Big Enough Accomplishment…
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! In what movie does James Stewart play defense …
Freshfields Claims They ‘Met’ Diversity Goals After Scrubbing DEI Information From Their Site
Funny thing about promises of transparency: people will notice gaps in the record. Freshfields talked a big game on their …
Midsize Texas Law Firm Mourns Loss Of CGO’s Daughter To Raging Floodwaters At Camp Mystic
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The Gray Reed family is shocked and saddened by …
The Hallucinations Are Winning
Has the era of the midsize firm come to an end? Probably not, but with increasing nationalization and the financial …
Forget It Ketanji, It’s Chinatown
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) At the end of Chinatown, as our protagonist watches the bad guys win, he’s pulled …
Trump Dodges, Denies and Deflects Questions as Ukraine Weapons Scandal Grows
Last week, reportedly without consulting the White House, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth unilaterally approved the decision to halt …
Judge Demands Explanation After El Salvador Dropkicks Trump Lies About CECOT Detainees
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Trump’s rendition cases are starting to bleed into each other. On Monday, plaintiffs in the …
Will Associates See Bigger Salaries, Bonuses In 2025?
It’s been about two years since Biglaw’s last salary increase, and that surely means associates are due for another one …
Meet Me At ILTACON: Opus 2 And AI Workbench
Opus 2, named ILTA Solution Provider of the Year, is excited to share its latest innovations at ILTACON 2025. These …
Spineless Biglaw Firms Featured In Sunday Funny Pages
Sunday morning comics were a staple of my childhood. Garfield complaining about Monday, Calvin confronting the existential challenges of youth, …
How Microsoft Is Sparking Innovation In Rural Hospitals
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Morning Docket: 07.07.25
* Judge accused of using position to advance family cheesesteak business. Good story to share if you’re wit’ an ethics …
‘Authoritarian’: Trump Treasury Chief Ripped for Call to Punish Private Citizen’s Speech
In what some critics describe as an example of “cancel culture,” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent—a high profile official in the …
Alex Spiro, Biglaw’s $3K-Per-Hour Man, Has His Sights Set On Something Bigger Than The Law
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I aim to do things outside of the law — and I will …
Justice Breyer Dismantles Originalism Like It Deserves Respect. It Doesn’t.
(Photo by Bill O’Leary/The Washington Post via Getty Images) Justice Stephen Breyer may no longer sit on the Supreme Court, …
A Look At How The Law Fails Patients
Tune into The Jabot Podcast for a must-listen episode with Anna Kirkland, a professor at the University of Michigan. Discover …
Biglaw Firm Helps Everyone Celebrate Independence Day By Hosting Sensory Friendly Fireworks Display
Biglaw firms are known for housing their offices in prime real estate offerings, with beautiful views of cityscapes that span …
Practice Management Platform Introduces AI Tool To Streamline Support
Legal technology has a way of missing the vast middle of the legal market. Biglaw has the resources to build …
Winning In A Crowded Market By Putting Clients First
Getty Images If you’re still playing catch-up with your competitors, you’ve already lost. In today’s saturated legal landscape, the firms …
SCOTUS Pretends Pride Is Porn In Bigot Parents Case
According to six Supreme Court justices, this is pornography. In fact, the very existence of LGBTQ+ people is somehow so …
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 …
From Surviving To Thriving
Why Ongoing Coaching Matters For In-House Lawyers You’ve made the transition in-house — maybe recently, or maybe years ago. You’ve …
TN Govt. Saves School Children From Smut Like Magic Tree House, Calvin & Hobbes, & A Light In The Attic
Book bans are all the rage these days, as you likely well know. Far too many people, and folks in government …
‘Stop Talking’: Johnson Suggests Jeffries Is Lying in Marathon Budget Speech
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, in an apparent attempt to prevent the Republican Speaker, Mike Johnson, from passing President Donald …
Democratic Strategist Warns Trump Could Try to Impose Martial Law Before 2026 Midterms
News Published 2 hours ago on July 3, 2025 House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, in an apparent attempt to prevent …
Universal Music Group Pushes To Dismiss Drake’s Desperate Attempt To Save Face From Lyrical Beatdown
Rap lyrics are treated differently than other genres when it comes to facing legal consequences. Even when things are stated …
Trump’s Lawyers Go To Iowa To Learn How To CivPro
(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images) Donald Trump’s lawyer Edward “Sideshow Bob” Paltzik is gonna learn him some civil procedure if …
The Top Biglaw Firms In California (2026)
California has a certain kind of easy-going vibe that’ll make you appreciate that business casual lifestyle. Depending on where your …
Trial Court Decides Case Based On AI-Hallucinated Caselaw
Every time a lawyer cites a fake case spit out by generative AI, an angel gets its wings. When the …
How You Can Transform Your Inefficient Intake Process
While innovation has revolutionized many aspects of legal practice, intake has largely eluded the attention of developers. Instead, many law …
The Curse Of Sameness: Why Your Elevator Pitch Isn’t Working
I’m sitting in a Zoom room with a group of lawyers. We’re going around sharing our infomercials, or as some …
A Conversation With CEO Jack Newton On Clio’s Acquisition Of vLex
Landmark news broke this morning that law practice management company Clio has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the AI and legal …
It Had To Happen: Clio Acquires vLex
In a somewhat unexpected announcement, Clio, the giant practice management software company, has acquired vLex, the legal research and AI …
Morning Docket: 07.01.25
* Trump administration appeals Perkins Coie loss. [Law360] * Harvard Law School appoints new dean. [Law.com] * Trump drops lawsuit …
‘This Is Fascism’: Trump Sparks Fury After Calling to Deport U.S. Citizens
AYKM? Published 4 days ago on June 27, 2025 President Donald Trump took umbrage at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declaring victory …
Trump Pushes Census Do-Over to Exclude Non-Citizens — and to Immediately Redistrict House
Vice President JD Vance, who once cast himself as a champion of rural America and working-class families, emerged late Monday …
‘Panic Button’: JD Vance Blasted After Calling $1T in Medicaid Cuts ‘Minutiae’
Vice President JD Vance, who once cast himself as a champion of rural America and working-class families, emerged late Monday …
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 …
Two Judges, Same District, Opposite Conclusions: The Messy Reality Of AI Training Copyright Cases
Within days of each other, two federal judges in the same district reached completely opposite conclusions about AI training on …
Morning Docket: 06.27.25
* McDermott & Schulte approve merger. [Law360] * Looming deadline in Perkins Coie case may signal if the DOJ sees …
Sotomayor Calls SCOTUS Ruling Upholding ‘Patently Unconstitutional’ Orders ‘Shameful’
Justice Sonia Sotomayor warned that the Supreme Court’s Friday morning ruling that courts cannot tell the federal government not to …
Rep. Kat Cammack Blames Left for Difficulty Getting Care for Her Ectopic Pregnancy
Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL) blamed the left for the trouble she had in getting her ectopic pregnancy treated. In an …
Over Two-Thirds of Voters In Favor of Birthright Citizenship as SCOTUS Set to Decide
Justice Sonia Sotomayor warned that the Supreme Court’s Friday morning ruling that courts cannot tell the federal government not to …
ProfitSolv, Parent To Multiple Law Practice Management Platforms, Secures ‘Substantial’ Strategic Investment
ProfitSolv, the parent company to a group of practice management and payments products for legal, accounting and professional services firms, …
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 …
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, …
What The Latest Data Reveals About Legal Professionals’ AI Perspectives
One of my favorite pastimes in recent months has been reading newly released reports on legal professionals’ use of generative …
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 …
We Know What Biglaw Is, Solos Are Self-Explanatory, But What Exactly Is A Midsize Law Firm?
If you’re in Biglaw, you probably know it. Oppressive hours? Ridiculously high pay and correspondingly ludicrous hourly rates? Soul-crushing work …
The AI Strategy Potluck: Law Firms Showing Up Empty-Handed, Hungry, And Weirdly Proud Of It
Everyone’s talking about AI in legal — for better or worse — and lawyers are mostly using some mix of …
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 …
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 …
Emil Bove’s ‘I’m Not A Henchman’ T-Shirt Has People Asking Questions At Judicial Confirmation Hearing
Ed. note: Please welcome Liz Dye back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “Law and …
Democratic Reps Say FEMA Cuts Are Leading to Hurricane Katrina-Level Disaster
In a new op-ed, Democratic Reps. Rick Larsen of Washington and Greg Stanton of Arizona draw parallels to the Trump …
DOJ Says University of California’s ‘Diverse’ Hiring May Run Afoul of Civil Rights Act
“ACLU of Texas sues Houston-area school district over gender-based dress code’s long-hair policy” was first published by The Texas Tribune, …
Ketanji Brown Jackson Compares SCOTUS Planned Parenthood Ruling to Jim Crow in Dissent
GOP INCOMPETENCE Published 40 minutes ago on June 26, 2025 In a new op-ed, Democratic Reps. Rick Larsen of Washington …
San Francisco Bookstore Boots ‘Harry Potter’ Over JK Rowling’s Transphobia: ‘Solidarity Forever’
Due to author JK Rowling’s hateful anti-trans crusades, The Booksmith in San Francisco has given Harry Potter the boot from …
Morning Docket: 06.26.25
* Judges are delaying retirement under Trump II — and it’s not just the liberals! [Bloomberg Law] * Another Trump …
What’s The Bonus For A Third-Year Biglaw Assassin? — See Also
Biglaw Partner Thought He Was Running The Continental From John Wick: In fairness, Biglaw would be a lot more interesting …
This State Is In Desperate Need Of Legal Assistance
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to a recent study by Spartacus Law Firm, …
3 Questions For Another Court Access Crusader (Part I)
Last fall, this readership and I were fortunate to hear from the head of the Free Law Project (FLP), Michael …
It’s Time To Reconsider Technological Competency And The Value Of Legal Services
Last week, the Puerto Rico Supreme Court came out with a much more realistic and impactful definition of a lawyer’s …
Morning Docket: 06.24.25
* Supreme Court greenlights deportations to third countries without an opportunity to argue that maybe it violates their rights to …
The Rights of Undocumented Workers Under NYC Employment Law
What Every Worker in New York City Should Know Many undocumented workers in New York City live with a difficult …
Trump Judge Gives Nazi-Sympathizing Law Student High Marks For Rehashing Klan Legal Theory Calling For Minority Disenfranchisement And Murdering Immigrants
The core of modern conservative ideology isn’t that hard to understand. It has three axioms: 1) White is Right.2) Violence …
Legal Ethics Roundup: CA Upholds Eastman Disbarment; Toxic Work Culture For Federal Clerks; ABA Sues Trump; Honoring Juneteenth & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
Judge Suggests Briefs With Hallucinated Citations Could Land Lawyers In Prison For Life
Whenever we catch lawyers in the U.S. turning in court filings filled with fake cases that ChatGPT spit out, they …
Jeffery Kruse On What Legal Teams Get Wrong About Contracts And How To Fix It
(Image via Getty) In-house lawyers spend a lot of time talking about contract efficiency. We run RFPs for CLM tools, …
Biglaw Firm Fighting Trump Announces Staff Layoffs
Perkins Coie was one of the very first firms that Donald Trump issued a retaliatory executive order against, punishing its …
Vault’s Top Law Firms By Practice Area And Region (2026)
Vault recently released its closely watched rankings of the nation’s 100 most prestigious law firms. It was there that we learned …
Ba- Ba- Ba-, Ba- Bomb Iran
Iran presents a real dilemma. I’m writing this on Saturday, and the United States is not (yet) bombing Iran. For …
Operation Midnight Hammer: How The US Conducted Surprise Strikes On Iran
The post Operation Midnight Hammer: How The US Conducted Surprise Strikes On Iran appeared first on Above the Law.
DOJ Sues Washington State Over Law Requiring Catholic Priests to Report Child Abuse
The Department of Justice has filed suit against Washington state over a new law requiring Catholic priests to report child …
FTC Blocks Advertising Company From Boycotting Media Outlets Based on Political Views
President Donald Trump is now trying to discredit his former National Security Advisor, Ambassador John Bolton, who has information on …
MTG Slams Trump for Breaking Campaign Promises on ‘Foreign Wars’ and ‘Regime Change’
CRIME Published 45 minutes ago on June 23, 2025 The Department of Justice has filed suit against Washington state over …
Trump Calls On ‘Everyone’ to ‘Keep Oil Prices Down’: ‘I’m Watching!’
CRIME Published 51 minutes ago on June 23, 2025 The Department of Justice has filed suit against Washington state over …
Frustrated With Your Legal Career? You Can Do Something About That
In this episode I chat with Cecilia Poullain, an international executive coach and former lawyer. Cecilia shares insightful career transitions …
Legal Geek In-House Panel: What In-House Counsel Really Want Is AI, Efficiency, And An Ability To Trust
It’s okay, this used to confuse me too. One of the more interesting sessions at the Legal Geek conference this …
Bar Association Calls Out The Jackboot Thuggery Of ICE
Do you think they know they look like the bad guys here? (Photo by Andres Kudacki/Getty Images) Safeguarding the legal …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Your Firm ‘Caring’?
It’s not exactly news that most lawyers work incredibly hard for their clients. But translating that work into positive client …
Lawyer Calls Judge ‘Honey’ During Oral Argument And You Can Feel The Cringe
In a gift from the digital gods, the Colorado appellate courts film oral argument because that allows us to follow …
Why Your Law Practice Is Killing You And How To Fix It
Let’s be real, most lawyers are grinding themselves into the ground. Stress, exhaustion, and burnout aren’t badges of honor. They’re …
The Top Biglaw Firms In New York City (2026)
Many law students and lawyers alike have long dreamed of someday working in New York, the city that never sleeps …
Why Making Social Media Companies Liable For User Content Doesn’t Do What Many People Think It Will
Brazil’s Supreme Court appears close to ruling that social media companies should be liable for content hosted on their platforms—a move …
Morning Docket: 06.20.25
* It’s that time of year to start wildly speculating about Supreme Court retirements. [ABA Journal] * A new decision …
Trump Starts Weekend Early After Griping Workers Get Too Many Days Off
Military and political experts, veterans, and journalists are condemning President Donald Trump’s political rally at Fort Bragg on Tuesday, warning …
‘Actively Trying to Erase Black History’: Trump Berated for Juneteenth Remark
News Published 22 hours ago on June 19, 2025 The Trump administration is once again drawing criticism during LGBTQ Pride …
‘Make Asbestos Great Again?’: Trump Slammed for Move to End Ban on Russia-Tied Carcinogen
News Published 3 hours ago on June 19, 2025 U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, whose work includes scrubbing Diversity, …
‘Make Asbestos Great Again?’: Trump Slammed for Move to End Ban on Russia-Tied Carcinogen
News Published 3 hours ago on June 19, 2025 U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, whose work includes scrubbing Diversity, …
Hegseth Sidelines Juneteenth and Its Military History
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, whose work includes scrubbing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) from the U.S. military, is …
‘Go Ahead And Bribe People… For AMERICA!’ Becomes DOJ’s Sad New FCPA Model
Befitting a nation run by a casino boss looking to build hotels in shady dictatorships, the United States put a …
‘Watt’s’ The Problem – The Energy Demands Behind AI
Generative AI is the game-changing technology of the decade, and the race is on to build better systems. Whether it’s …
Law Firm Marketing: A Tragedy In Three Acts That Firms Can’t Stop Performing
I laughed, I cried, it was considerably worse than Cats. That pretty much sums up client reactions to the pitch …
AI Timekeeping Platform Laurel Raises $100M In Series C Round
Just four months ago in an article here, I caught up with founder and CEO Ryan Alshak for an update …
Supply Chain Chaos Is Stalling Beauty Industry Innovation, Says New Report
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Morning Docket: 06.17.25
* Rod Rosenstein jumps to Baker McKenzie, placing a new firm in Trump’s executive order sights. [Reuters] * John Eastman …
Tapper Tells Ex-Viewer Trump’s Behavior Is More About ‘Personality’ Than Cognitive Decline
Just days ago, President Donald Trump suggested that his administration would stop targeting undocumented immigrants working in essential sectors like …
Tapper Tells Ex-Viewer Trump’s Behavior Is More About ‘Personality’ Than Cognitive Decline
Just days ago, President Donald Trump suggested that his administration would stop targeting undocumented immigrants working in essential sectors like …
‘Stephen Miller Gets His Way’: Trump Slammed for Farm Workers Flip-Flop
Just days ago, President Donald Trump suggested that his administration would stop targeting undocumented immigrants working in essential sectors like …
Attorney Allegedly Texts Judge, ‘I Wish You Die Tonight In A Car Fire,’ But Doesn’t Say HE’S Going To Do It, Making This The Most Lawyerly Threat Ever
Over the past couple weeks, authorities say Acting Supreme Court Justice Susan Capeci received multiple threatening messages from the account …
Americans Know The Truth About The Supreme Court
The myth that the Supreme Court is a politically neutral body that just calls “balls and strikes” in its jurisprudence …
How’s This For Wasteful Government Spending?
I don’t take hypocrites lightly. When I worked at a law firm, I was always annoyed, for example, when the …
Palantir, Meta, OpenAI Execs To Commission Into Army Reserve, Form ‘Detachment 201’
The post Palantir, Meta, OpenAI Execs To Commission Into Army Reserve, Form ‘Detachment 201’ appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 06.16.25
* Poll reveals majority of Americans understand Supreme Court is partisan institution. [Reuters] * They’re raising taxes on the free …
‘Kremlin Owned Puppet’ Trump Jets Off to Canada to Defend Vladimir Putin at G7: Critics
Just one day after a widely criticized, multimillion-dollar military parade marking both the U.S. Army’s birthday and his own—and amid …
‘Kremlin Owned Puppet’ Trump Jets Off to Canada to Defend Vladimir Putin at G7: Critics
Just one day after a widely criticized, multimillion-dollar military parade marking both the U.S. Army’s birthday and his own—and amid …
‘Gas on the Fire’: Trump Blasted for Targeting Blue Cities and ‘Radical’ Dem Politicians
Just one day after a widely criticized, multimillion-dollar military parade marking both the U.S. Army’s birthday and his own—and amid …
Willkie Partners Are Walking Away! — See Also
To Cooley, That Is!: They are leaving in favor of a firm with a backbone. Skadden De-Fangs Their Distinguished Fellows …
Willkie Partners Are Walking Away! — See Also
To Cooley, That Is!: They are leaving in favor of a firm with a backbone. Skadden De-Fangs Their Distinguished Fellows …
Skadden Fellowship Sells Out, Gets Rid Of Commitments They’ve Championed Since 1988
The Skadden Fellowships have been a pretty big deal for the last 37 years. Fellows have done a lot of …
BioNTech To Buy CureVac In $1.25B Stock Deal That Would Also End mRNA Patent Dispute
The post BioNTech To Buy CureVac In $1.25B Stock Deal That Would Also End mRNA Patent Dispute appeared first on …
This Biglaw Firm Lost 42% Of Its Attorneys Last Year
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by the National Law …
The Impact of Criminal Records on Employment Opportunities in NYC
Understanding Your Rights Under New York City’s Fair Chance Act For many New Yorkers, a criminal record can feel like …
Midsize Firm Refuses To Back Down On Its Diversity Scholarship Program, Despite Trump’s DEI Threats
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We are concerned about the efforts that the Trump …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Biglaw’s Office Space
Back at the start of office reentry, we asked our audience to compare their desire for higher pay with their …
Florida Supreme Court Demands State Bar Stop Working With ABA Because… LOL, Screw This ‘Rule Of Law’ Stuff
Yesterday, the Florida Bar opened a letter from their friends over at the state supreme court and were likely surprised …
Second Circuit Declines To Let Trump Grab Carroll By The Process. Again.
(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images) This morning a totally normal thing happened in the Second Circuit when the judges brushed …
Tax-Smart Retirement Withdrawals: The Fine Art Of Not Giving Uncle Sam Your Lunch Money
Every morning at about 6:47 AM, my 4-year-old daughter’s head pops off the pillow with the same urgent question: “What …
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 …
Bevy Of Willkie Partners Depart For Biglaw Firm That Will Actually Stand Up For The Rule Of Law
There is a mass exodus of West Coast-based Willkie Farr partners leaving because the firm bent a knee to Donald …
Injunction Restriction In Budget Bill Revised… It’s Now Much Worse!
A couple weeks ago, we talked about how the GOP’s Big Beautiful BillTM included a stray attack on preliminary injunctions. …
The 2025 UK Top 50: The Richest Biglaw Firms Across The Pond
We all know that Biglaw firms in America did well in 2024, but what about their Biglaw counterparts across the pond …
‘You Don’t Care’: Gay Congressman Blasts Defense Secretary Over LGBTQ Troops
News Published 4 hours ago on June 13, 2025 Before her protective squad forcibly removed, detained, and handcuffed a sitting …
‘You Don’t Care’: Gay Congressman Blasts Defense Secretary Over LGBTQ Troops
News Published 4 hours ago on June 13, 2025 Before her protective squad forcibly removed, detained, and handcuffed a sitting …
‘Coup’: What DHS Secretary’s ‘Liberate’ Comment Means, According to Experts
Before her protective squad forcibly removed, detained, and handcuffed a sitting U.S. Senator asking a question at her Los Angeles …
Instead Of Wasting Millions On A Fake Display Of Military Strength In D.C., Trump Should Fund A Real One In Ukraine
It is one vainglorious outrage after another in this White House. If you write about some dumbfounding scandal in the …
Fixing The Clerkship System
This week, thousands of clerkship hopefuls apply broadly for federal clerkships via the Online System for Clerkship Application and Review …
Elon Musk Has Plan To Make X Profitable: The Secret Ingredient Is Trump Administration Threats!
After Elon Musk transformed Twitter into a racial slur generator and users fled en masse, advertisers understandably scaled back their …
Rep. Mikie Sherrill, Former Biglaw Associate And Federal Prosecutor, Wins NJ Democratic Primary For Governor
Where does America stand when it comes to its political views? The results of yesterday’s primary for New Jersey governor …
So Long And Thanks For All The Bonuses
Paul Weiss fancied itself clever when it offered Trump pro bono payola in exchange for dropping an illegal executive order. …
Kirkland Axes A Bunch Of DEI Staff, Because Of Course
Donald Trump began his second (and hopefully last) term by attacking Biglaw firms and the rule of law. Trump nominally …
In Axing mRNA Contract, Trump Delivers Another Blow To US Biosecurity, Former Officials Say
The post In Axing mRNA Contract, Trump Delivers Another Blow To US Biosecurity, Former Officials Say appeared first on Above …
Morning Docket: 06.11.25
* Kirkland cuts diversity leader and staff in ongoing cowardice campaign. [American Lawyer] * Elon Musk’s Twitter strategy remains “threatening …
Pride Month Purge: Pentagon Chief Defends Renaming USNS Harvey Milk and Trans Ban
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth testified before the House Appropriations Committee, where he appeared to be unfamiliar with his …
‘The Generals Stay Silent’: Experts Alarmed as Trump Politicizes Army at Fort Bragg Rally
National security, legal, and political experts are lining up to sound the alarm about the potential national security risks swirling …
Morning Docket: 06.10.25
* Surrender firms basking in coverage suggesting they view Trump deals as empty gestures. Yes, and all those big ticket …
Hey, Third Amendment! Are You Ready For The Spotlight?! — See Also
How Much Longer Will The National Guard Sleep On The Floor?: And will hotels have to rely on the Third …
The Supreme Court Wasn’t Always The D.C. Institution It Is Today
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Where was the first location the U.S. Supreme …
Quit Acting Like An Angsty Teenager To Build Your Book Of Business
(Image via Getty) We hit a major milestone in the Fretzin household this week. My only child, Andrew, graduated from …
Were Biglaw’s Pro Bono Payola Deals With Trump Vague On Purpose?
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. It’s wise to be as vague as possible, which …
Trump’s National Guard Stunt May Finally Give The Third Amendment Its Moment
(Photo by David McNew/Getty Images) Is it legal for Donald Trump to seize control of the National Guard to assist …
Getty Sues AI Company For IP Infringement On Both Sides Of The Pond
If the average person were to go on Getty and take a bunch of their photos without paying, it would …
Axinn’s New Office In Rockefeller Center Promises To Be Collaborative Hub Designed To ‘Attract Top Talent’
With the push to bring attorneys back to the office more often in the wake of the pandemic, some law …
Brad Bondi Can Still Be DC Bar President If Mike Pence Has The Courage
Paul Hastings partner Brad Bondi ran a star-crossed campaign for DC Bar president and got predictably shellacked. In normal times, …
Yellow Peril 2.0
Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “The Ex-Careerist,” here. …
Why CVS, Express Scripts Are Suing Over The Arkansas PBM Law
The post Why CVS, Express Scripts Are Suing Over The Arkansas PBM Law appeared first on Above the Law.
Trump Mixes Up World Wars, Days, Civil Rights in Latest Remarks
National security, legal, and political experts are lining up to sound the alarm about the potential national security risks swirling …
‘Doesn’t Even Know Who He’s Talking to’: Newsom Scorches Trump Over Military Deployment
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth testified before the House Appropriations Committee, where he appeared to be unfamiliar with his …
Navigating the Complexities of Family Responsibilities While Working
You’re on a Zoom call when daycare calls — your toddler has a fever. Or you’ve just clocked in when …
Another One Bites The Salaried Partner Tier — See Also
Times Are Changing At Debevoise: If there’s a partner on your case, make sure to clarify which kind they are. …
Ted Cruz Wants To Replace Pride Month With A Supreme Court Low Point
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Led by Senator Ted Cruz, a bevy of …
Ivy League Schools Sign Amicus Brief In Support Of Harvard’s Fight Against Trump Federal Funding Cuts
Gutting funding that could be used for academic research at Harvard and other Ivy League universities will likely have disastrous …
Pete Hegseth Takes His Petty Bullshit To The Legacies Of Ruth Bader Ginsburg And Thurgood Marshall
Pete Hegseth is not particularly qualified to be the Secretary of Defense. The former cable TV host is best known …
Pam Bondi’s Brother Decimated In D.C. Bar Race
If you’re considering running for president of the bar association, it behooves you not to be related to the head …
Ketanji Brown Jackson Has Been Training To Land A Knockout Punch
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I take boxing lessons. And I think that helps …
Law Review Puts Out Full Issue Of Articles Written With AI
While practicing lawyers embrace generative AI as a quicker and more efficient avenue to sanctions, law professors have mostly avoided …
How Brent Dyer Reframes Biglaw, And What In-House Counsel Should Expect Instead
In my experience, few moments feel as disorienting as receiving a hefty law firm invoice that reads like a puzzle …
Landing A Federal Judgeship In The Trump Administration
(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images) We’ve known for years that Donald Trump despises liberal judges. Back in his first term, …
‘Looking for an Excuse’: Trump Under Fire for Violent Slogan as He Sends Marines to LA
News Published 6 hours ago on June 9, 2025 President Donald Trump’s nearly-unprecedented deployment of the National Guard to Los …
‘Completely Obliterated’: Trump Claims LA Saved From Ruin by His National Guard Action
President Donald Trump’s nearly-unprecedented deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles—deemed unconstitutional by California’s governor—has further inflamed tensions, critics …
President Trump’s New Travel Ban: What You Need to Know
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
We’re In The Folk Music Stage Of The #Resistance — See Also
WilmerHale Got A Musical Shout-Out For The Firm’s Hard Work: As did Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block, and Susman Godfrey! …
The GOP’s Budget Plan Is A Crisis In The Making For Hospitals
The post The GOP’s Budget Plan Is A Crisis In The Making For Hospitals appeared first on Above the Law.
The Role of Employee Handbooks in New York Employment Law
Employee handbooks are often treated like just another HR formality — something that gets skimmed on day one and forgotten …
Navigating the Legalities of Employee Relocation and Remote Work in New York
What Employers and Employees Need to Know Remote work has shifted from a temporary solution to a long-term reality in …
The 500 Largest Law Firms In America (2025)
There are many different and exciting ways to rank law firms. How prestigious are they? How much money are they …
Biglaw Firms Enshrined In Protest Song
WilmerHale handed the Trump administration another defeat last week, with Judge Richard Leon striking down the retaliatory executive order with …
Judge Cites Kafka Regarding Renditioning Venezuelans To Salvadoran Concentration Camp, But Allows Kafkaesque Conditions To Continue
Generally speaking, if a judge begins an order — in a case where hundreds of men were illegally renditioned to …
Morning Docket 06.06.25
* Spat between America’s richest and orangest man makes Steve Bannon talk about nationalizing SpaceX. [Wall Street Journal] * Lawyers …
‘They’re Scared’: Vance Mocked for Late Night Loyalty Pledge After Trump-Musk Meltdown
News Published 23 hours ago on June 5, 2025 U.S. Senator James Lankford (R-OK) is receiving strong criticism for his …
Standing Up For The Rule Of Law Is An Easy Way To Get Popular! — See Also
Rise And Resist Gains A Bunch Of Support: Cheers for fighting the good fight! Here’s Your Preview Of The NextGen …
Gross Revenue Is Not Created Equal Across Biglaw Firms
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by Am Law, which …
Top 10 Biglaw Firm Considers Salaried Partner Tier — See Also
Eventually Everyone Gets Roped Into Trends: Ropes & Gray considers nonequity partnerships. The American Bar Isn’t The Only One You …
Biglaw Summer Associates Are Really Worried About Job Security
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Trivia Question of the Day! According to the Law360 Pulse 2025 Summer Associates …
Legal Ethics Roundup: Ford Sues Lawyer Billing 57-Hour Day, ‘Biglaw 3, Trump 0,’ ABA & Fed Soc Out on Judges & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
‘Agentic’ AI Is The Hot Buzzword… But Do Lawyers Actually Want An Agent?
Thomson Reuters just unveiled the next step in the evolution of CoCounsel, and the future is agentic! At least that’s …
Analysis: The No Good, Very Bad Year For UnitedHealth
The post Analysis: The No Good, Very Bad Year For UnitedHealth appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket 06.02.25
* Amended class status adds millions of new members to tech antitrust suit. Talk about taking another bite at the …
‘Economic Ruination’: Trump Admits Tariffs Could Backfire, Fears Foreign Retaliation
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, already under fire for shrugging off possible deaths from Medicaid cuts by telling constituents at a …
Trump Turns On The Federalist Society — See Generally
You Either Die A MAGA Hero Or Live Long Enough For Donald Trump To Call You A “Sleazebag”: White House …
Laying The Groundwork For A Successful CLE
Getty Images How many times have we sat at a conference, staring at our phones, thinking to ourselves, “This feels …
Lawyers Should Not Weaponize The Concept Of Professional Courtesy
Professional courtesy is an incredibly important concept within the legal profession. Judicial resources are often stretched thin, so it is …
FL Attorney General Plays Stupid Games, Wins Stupid Prizes
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier bloody well understands the Supremacy Clause. This asshole graduated from Georgetown Law — and not that …
Contract Queen Taylor Swift Regains Control Of Her Master Recordings
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’m trying to gather my thoughts into something coherent, …
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 …
Donald Trump Rips Federalist Society, Calls Leonard Leo A ‘Sleazebag’
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) “I was new to Washington, and it was suggested that I use The Federalist Society …
Where To Read And How To Contact Above The Law
Whether you’re new to the site or a legacy reader, we thought we’d offer a little refresher on how to …
Elite Biglaw Firms Want To Make Their ‘Magic Circle’ Designation Magically Disappear
Elite London-based Biglaw firms — A&O Shearman, Clifford Chance, Freshfields, Linklaters, and Slaughter and May — have been referred to …
Trump’s Budget Bill Seeks To Smother Federal Injunctions
Justice might be blind, but the “Big Beautiful Bill” Republicans are pushing through Congress wants to make sure she’s also …
‘Don’t Feel Sorry for Him’: Trump Rips ‘Vicious’ Biden
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, already under fire for shrugging off possible deaths from Medicaid cuts by telling constituents at a …
‘Afraid, Corrupt, or Don’t Care?’: Ernst Slammed for Trump Support at Fiery Town Hall
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, already under fire for shrugging off possible deaths from Medicaid cuts by telling constituents at a …
‘Food Fight’: Trump’s Anger Defies Magna Carta and Constitution, Law Professor Says
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, already under fire for shrugging off possible deaths from Medicaid cuts by telling constituents at a …
Texas Dream Act Survives—Because Texans Showed Up
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Grapevine Lake Accident: Jet Ski and Boating Death Liability
The devastating Memorial Day weekend tragedy at Grapevine Lake that claimed the life of 18-year-old Ava Moore presents multiple avenues …
Why Chase Down Sexual Predators When You Could Be Protecting The President’s Ego? — See Also
This Is What The FBI Has Come To: Read about the agency’s interesting triage of societal ills. If You Choose …
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Associate Compensation Is More Than Just The Cravath Scale
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the National Association for Law Placement’s …
Exclusive: LexCheck Unveils Version 3.0 Of Its AI-Powered Tool For Reviewing Complex Agreements And Auto-Generating Custom Playbooks
LexCheck has launched version 3.0 of its AI-powered contract review software, introducing capabilities that automatically generate custom playbooks from clients’ …
Owning Your Time: Boundaries That Protect Your Energy And Your Life
Part-time job, work tracking system, day planning or time management, side hustle or office work deadline, start and end time …
Major Shift in GOP Views on Same-Sex Marriage: Report
A defiant statement read aloud by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is drawing mockery for its apparent lack of …
Biglaw Associates Should Hold Out Hope On Salary Increases
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I would say people are not quite so aggressive …
Davis Wright Tremaine’s Chief Talent & Inclusion Officer Talks About Diversity After Trump’s Attack On Biglaw
Yusuf Zakir (photo courtesy of Davis Wright Tremaine) Our last Q&A with Davis Wright Tremaine’s Yusuf Zakir was centered on …
DOJ Ditches ABA Judicial Vetting Because ‘Being Qualified’ Is Too Woke
During the first Trump administration, the White House just sat back and took it when the American Bar Association would …
Summer Associates Rate Their ‘Dream’ Biglaw Firms (2025)
Memorial Day has come and gone, and in the legal profession, that means that summer associate season is nearly upon …
It’s A Good Time To Be A MAGA Lawyer
The Trump II reign has come with new legal wrinkles (many of them unconstitutional) as Donald Trump is taking the …
Kash Patel Says He’s Prioritizing Social Media Mocking Trump Over ‘Child Sex Predators, Fentanyl Traffickers, Terrorists’
(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) FBI Director Kash Patel took a break from his busy schedule of hanging out in …
The Billable Hour Reimagined: A Toolkit For Future-Focused Law Firms
Is the billable hour becoming a thing of the past? In an era where client expectations are reaching new heights, …
The Real Error Is Human: AI Can’t Cure Carelessness
How many fake cases does it take before we stop blaming the tool and start blaming the lawyer? It seems …
‘Flat-Out Nonsense’: White House Press Secretary’s Tariff Tantrum Mocked
A defiant statement read aloud by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is drawing mockery for its apparent lack of …
‘Coup’: Trump Expected to Seek SCOTUS Block as Officials Attack Judicial Branch
A defiant statement read aloud by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is drawing mockery for its apparent lack of …
‘Absolutely Terrified’: Trump HHS Slammed for Axing Human Bird Flu Vaccine Contract
A defiant statement read aloud by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is drawing mockery for its apparent lack of …
Multiple Mergers May Manifest Momentarily — See Also
Competition Could Be Pushing Competitors Together In New York: Which Biglaw firms will be the next to merge? Is Skadden …
Trump Announces Plan To Cancel NPR For ‘Bias,’ Is Immediately Sued For FIRST AMENDMENT, HOW DOES IT GO?
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Another day, another lawsuit prompted by the president’s compulsion to announce his intent to violate …
A Solicitor General And An Asteroid Walk Into A Sexual Harassment Complaint… Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One
Somehow, the partner explaining, “In this firm, there are no rules… You can say whatever slurs you want” manages to …
The Trump Deals Reverberate In Biglaw’s Relationship With Clients
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Above the Law’s 2025 Biglaw Intimidation …
Biglaw Promised Trump Pro Bono… His Fans Heard ‘Free Lawyers For Me!’
Once upon a time — say, exactly two months ago — Skadden thought it had outmaneuvered the Trump administration. To …
‘No!’: GOP Rep. Repeatedly Booed and Shouted Down at Raucous Iowa Town Hall
President Donald Trump’s tariff policy has been highly criticized, especially for his seemingly arbitrary, up and down, in-effect and paused …
Former Law School Dean Sentenced To 8 Years Behind Bars — See Also
The Worst Part Is What He Did After The Theft Scandal: Edward Rene will have a lot of time to …
Biglaw Equity Partners Are Seeing A Windfall
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by American Lawyer, in …
The Biglaw Executive Orders Get The FedSoc Echo Chamber Treatment
Last week I did something I never imagined I would. I went to a Federalist Society event. The New York …
Mind The (Skills) Gap: AI And Legal Education With Sam Moore
Businessman holding light bulbs, ideas of new ideas with innovative technology and creativity. In Season 9, Episode 3 of Notes …
Trump Gets Ass Kicked Again… This Time It’s The Order Against Wilmer
(Photo by PAUL J. RICHARDS/AFP/Getty Images) This will come as a shock, but the White House can’t just arbitrarily punish …
Patenting Privation (Part III): Empowering Revenge
Just over a year ago on these pages, I continued our look at the patent franchises protecting the defining drugs …
Judge Who Handcuffed And Harassed Field Trip Student For Sleeping Could Face Consequences
One of the challenges that comes with teaching high school students is classroom management. Imagine a student falls asleep while …
Paratroopers May Deliver Gift to Trump at Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
News Published 10 hours ago on May 27, 2025 U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s future reportedly may be in …
New Show Looks At People Targeted By Powerful Institutions
As the current administration flirts with weaponizing the government under the guise of de-weaponizing the government, consider how easy it …
Ex-Law School Dean Sentenced To Nearly A Decade Behind Bars
Back in 2020, Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law was rocked by a series of admissions scandals. In …
Elite Biglaw Firm In Talks To Hire Former Government Heavy Hitter
DLA Piper, one of the most successful Biglaw firms in the world, is reportedly in talks to bring aboard a …
The FBI Decides What We Really Needs Right Now Is Another Investigation Into The Dobbs Leak
Since the moment that the Supreme Court’s draft decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health was leaked, there were theories the leak came …
Law Firm Tagged Over Fake Citations Quietly Deletes Blog Post Encouraging Lawyers To Use AI
On May 16, Butler Snow landed on the unhappy end of a Show Cause order from an Alabama federal judge. …
Legal Ethics Roundup: 5 Justices Recuse Over Books, Lively/Baldoni PR Ethics, Jenner EO Struck, PW Lawyers Flee & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
Judge Successfully Rips Trump Prosecutors ‘New A-Hole’ In Court
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Jesus, he tore these people a new asshole. Good …
What A Historic Absence Of Its Top Officer Means For The Navy
The post What A Historic Absence Of Its Top Officer Means For The Navy appeared first on Above the Law.
New THC Laws in Texas: The Ban That Creates THC in Testing
Texas is poised to enact one of the strictest crackdowns on hemp-derived THC products in the country. Senate Bill 3 …
New THC Laws in Texas: The Ban That Creates THC in Testing
Texas is poised to enact one of the strictest crackdowns on hemp-derived THC products in the country. Senate Bill 3 …
New THC Laws in Texas: The Ban That Creates THC in Testing
Texas is poised to enact one of the strictest crackdowns on hemp-derived THC products in the country. Senate Bill 3 …
New THC Laws in Texas: The Ban That Creates THC in Testing
Texas is poised to enact one of the strictest crackdowns on hemp-derived THC products in the country. Senate Bill 3 …
New THC Laws in Texas: The Ban That Creates THC in Testing
Texas is poised to enact one of the strictest crackdowns on hemp-derived THC products in the country. Senate Bill 3 …
This Kagan Dissent Packs A Punch — See Also
She Took Off The Gloves For This Dissent: Someone needs to point out the Court’s abuse of the shadow docket. …
Paul Weiss Rainmakers Bolt To Start New Firm Free Of Trump Deal Restrictions
Well, well, well. If it isn’t the consequences of Paul Weiss’s own actions. Earlier today, American Lawyer reported that Karen …
Have You Heard The One About …?
(Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP via Getty Images) Am I the only one losing their sense of humor? It’s the only …
Omarosa Adds New Legal Accolade To Her Resume!
Omarosa Manigault Newman has been known as many things over the span of her career: writer, political aide, and a …
Biglaw Partner Shares What It’s Really Like To Work In Intellectual Property Law
Olga Berson, partner at Thompson Coburn, shares her journey from a scientist to a top patent attorney, tackling AI’s impact …
Biglaw Needs To Follow The Lead Of Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block, WilmerHale, and Susman Godfrey
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Above the Law’s 2025 Biglaw Intimidation …
Executive Order Against Jenner & Block Is ‘Null And Void’
Judge John Bates, appointed by George W. Bush, is overseeing the litigation filed by Jenner & Block against the Trump …
The Self-Care Most Lawyers Overlook: Your Daily Life
Ed. note: This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership …
Faxes Should Be Eliminated From The Legal Profession
A few years ago, I wrote an article about how fax numbers are still an important tool in the legal …
Trump Represents A Boom In Business For One Prominent Lawyer
I’ve done this kind of work challenging administration overreach all of my career. There’s just more of it to challenge …
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 …
Merrick Garland Returns To Biglaw To Continue Not Prosecuting Donald Trump From The Private Sector
(Photo by Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images) In a move that surprised absolutely no one and thrilled only the most ardent fans …
DHS Benchslapped With Immediate TRO In Harvard Student Visas Case
Some presidents walk softly and carry a big stick. Some presidents bigfoot around, shouting “WE’RE ABOUT TO DO SOME CRAZY …
Elena Kagan Does That Thing Elena Kagan Does Where She Humiliates The Majority
(Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images) Antonin Scalia earned a reputation for throwing shade at his colleagues. And while we all …
Trump Administration Threatens To Strip Harvard Law’s Ability To Enroll And Teach International Students
The Trump administration has been playing hardball with the legal industry to get its way. The shenanigans he’s pulled against …
‘He Is Not in Charge’: Trump Mocked After Asking What’s in His Own Executive Order
Former Harvard University President Lawrence Summers delivered sharp criticism of President Donald Trump and his administration for barring the nation’s …
‘There Is No Tariff’: Trump Denies Policy Shift After Calling for 50% EU Tariff
Former Harvard University President Lawrence Summers delivered sharp criticism of President Donald Trump and his administration for barring the nation’s …
‘This Is Extortion’: Former Harvard President Blasts Trump’s Act of ‘Madness’
Former Harvard University President Lawrence Summers delivered sharp criticism of President Donald Trump and his administration for barring the nation’s …
Franklin Graham Scores Pentagon Christian Prayer Services Invitation
Former Harvard University President Lawrence Summers delivered sharp criticism of President Donald Trump and his administration for barring the nation’s …
Fifth Circuit Says It’s Fine For A Judge To Funnel Parolees To His Campaign Donors’ Ankle Monitor Service
(Photo by John Moore/Getty Images) Every so often, the Fifth Circuit Appeals Court will surprise you with a well-reasoned decision that cuts …
How A Tiny Federal Agency Supports Innovation & Competitiveness In The Scientific Community
The federal government has a role in fostering scientific innovation in the United States. It’s in the law. Actually, it’s …
Morning Docket: 05.23.25
* The Trump administration told Harvard that it couldn’t enroll foreign students unless it met a series of demands. Harvard …
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Employee Drug Testing in NYC
You get a job offer—and then come the conditions. A required drug test. Maybe even random testing after you’re hired. …
Kim Kardashian ‘Finally’ Graduates From ‘Law School’
It’s law school graduation season, and after a trying journey, everyone’s favorite reality TV star turned entrepreneur and actress, Kim …
3 Health Investors Share Their Most Controversial Industry Takes
Healthcare investors are increasingly interested in financing companies focused on specialty pharmacy, women’s health, the patient experience and more, according …
Morning Docket: 05.22.25
* Law firm office leasing is booming, so don’t hold out much hope for working from home. [American Lawyer] * …
California Supreme Court Justice Goodwin Liu Shows Some Judges Actually Have A Good Sense Of Humor
Justice Goodwin H. Liu (via YouTube) Being a high-profile judge isn’t all talking about typewriters during rule of law crises …
Biglaw Firms May See Prestige Ranking Scores Take A Hit Thanks To Piss-Poor Deals With Trump
What do associates at major law firms care about more than money? Prestige, of course. But in times like these, …
Kristi Noem Thinks Habeas Corpus Is A Deportation Spell
(Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) For every prospective law student nervous about striding into a first-year lecture next …
23andMe Bankruptcy Auction Win Adds Big Piece To Regeneron’s Gene-Based Drug R&D Efforts
The post 23andMe Bankruptcy Auction Win Adds Big Piece To Regeneron’s Gene-Based Drug R&D Efforts appeared first on Above the …
Can You Retire On $1,000,000 In 2025?
For many attorneys, the question isn’t simply can you retire — but rather, will you retire? Your professional identity is …
New Survey Results Are In: The Legal Profession Is Overwhelmingly Opposed To The Biglaw Deals With Trump
Above the Law recently asked readers what they thought about Biglaw’s response to the existential crisis facing the profession. Donald …
TAKE IT DOWN Act Creates New Federal Offense for Deepfakes
In a significant legislative move aimed at combating online harassment and exploitation, the federal government has enacted the “Tools to …
‘Full MAGA Lobotomy’: Rubio Rebuked by Senate Dem — ‘I Regret Voting for You’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio did not receive a warm welcome from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, where he …
‘Ignorant’ Noem’s ‘Incoherent’ Habeas Corpus Claim Blasted
News Published 7 minutes ago on May 20, 2025 U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio did not receive a warm …
Vulgar Trump Boast Claims Credit for Olympics—and Blames ‘Rigged’ Race for Comeback
News Published 5 minutes ago on May 20, 2025 U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio did not receive a warm …
Morning Docket: 05.20.25
* Tom Goldstein rips DOJ over “breathtaking” legal theories he says biased the grand jury. [Law360] * Judge Posner prevails …
Proposed Biglaw Merger Will Create New Top 20 Am Law Firm, New Top New York Firm
Earlier this month, McDermott Will & Emery and Schulte Roth & Zabel made the surprise announcement that they’d been in …
Like ‘Suits’ Meets ‘Mad Men’ But With Fraud Charges Because It’s Real Life
Suits promotional image If you’ve ever watched Suits and thought, “I should’ve faked my way into this soul-sucking lawyer gig …
Ex-Associates Launch New Campaign To Boot Bootlickers From Boards Over Biglaw Trump Deals
Late last week, news broke that a group of former associates who resigned over their Biglaw firms’ deals to ingratiate …
Swalwell, Noem, And A Lesson About Cross-Examination
Observers of jury trials have seen the fight often enough. The lawyer wants the witness to say, “Yes.” The lawyer has …
Legal Ethics Roundup: ‘Endangered’ (Roberts) / ‘End Of’ (Luttig) Rule Of Law, AI Errors Hit Biglaw, ‘Speak Up For Justice’ & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
Why WeightWatchers Filed For Bankruptcy
The post Why WeightWatchers Filed For Bankruptcy appeared first on Above the Law.
White House Scrambles to Clean Up Trump’s Walmart ‘Rage Tweeting’ Amid Upcoming ‘Standoff’
Speaker Mike Johnson is declaring “victory” after House Republicans pushed President Donald Trump’s massive tax cuts bill through committee in …
‘Bonanza for Billionaires’: Johnson Celebrates ‘Victory’ of Medicaid-Gutting Tax Cuts Bill
Speaker Mike Johnson is declaring “victory” after House Republicans pushed President Donald Trump’s massive tax cuts bill through committee in …
Getting Real About Being A Divorce Lawyer
I chat with Padideh Jafari, founder and CEO of Jafari Law and Mediation Office. Discover Padideh’s inspiring journey from a …
The Biglaw Firms With The Best LinkedIn Engagement (2025)
Biglaw firms are ranked in a multitude of ways, from gross revenue to size to quality of life and even …
The Competitive Advantages AI Brings To Litigation Firms
Getty Images Gone are the days when clients were wary of their lawyers using artificial intelligence. Instead, many clients today …
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 …
Missouri AG Thinks Supreme Court Ruling Lets Him Control Social Media Moderation (It Doesn’t)
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey apparently thinks he gets to be editor-in-chief of every social media platform. In his latest …
James Comey Enjoys Long Walks On The Beach… So MAGA Gonna Send Him To El Salvador Prison Camp
James Comey (Photo by Eric Thayer/Getty Images) This article began its life as “James Comey Enjoys Long Walks On The …
Morning Docket: 05.16.25
* There’s an appetite at the Supreme Court to get rid of universal injunctions, but after brutal oral argument, birthright …
‘Lied Through His Teeth’: Senator Warns RFK Jr. Undermining Vaccine Will ‘Kill’ Kids
News Published 4 hours ago on May 16, 2025 President Donald Trump is attacking the FBI Director he fired, Jim …
‘It Meant Assassination’: Trump Blasts ‘Dirty Cop’ Comey for ‘8647’
President Donald Trump is attacking the FBI Director he fired, Jim Comey, who is reportedly under investigation over a photo …
The 4 Day In-Person Mandate Is Coming — See Also
A Top 10 Firm Expects Associates To Be In The Office “At Least” 4 Days A Week: Is the 5th …
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We’d like to express gratitude to our fantastic sponsors here at Above the Law: AffiniPay Aon Axiom Brightflag CobbleStone Software …
Partner Paydays Are WAY Up At This Biglaw Firm
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by Am Law, which …
DOJ’s New Biglaw ‘Conflict’ Policy: A Masterclass in Retaliation Theater
In an effort to keep piling indignity upon the legacy of the Department of Justice, Deputy Attorney General (and apparently …
Anonymous FedSoc Snitches Needed For Super-Awesome Gossip-Based Lawsuit Against Law Review!
Fresh off sliding into Michigan Law’s student listserv to threaten 1Ls to not even think about submitting personal statements to …
If Trump Is Immune, So Is The WI Judge The DOJ Just Arrested
(Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) On April 25, the FBI perpwalked a sitting judge out of her own courthouse …
Harvard Law Got The Steal Of The Century
There’s a certain thrill to thrift store shopping — maybe you’ll find some real Westmoreland milk glass, or a Thierry …
Are Supreme Court Justices ‘Afraid’ To Denounce Trump’s Attacks On The Judiciary?
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We need these justices, who have life tenure, to …
California Bar Grading Screw-Up Resulted In Several False Failures
I forgot to carry the one! Some things happen with such regularity that you can set a clock to them: …
AI Hallucinations Strike Again: Two More Cases Where Lawyers Face Judicial Wrath For Fake Citations
In what has become a distressingly familiar pattern in courtrooms across America, two more cases have emerged of lawyers submitting …
‘Mad King’: Trump Teases ‘Fourth’ Term to U.S. Troops Overseas
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. lashed out as he was repeatedly corrected by U.S. Senator …
Don’t Let Your Paycheck Get Shorted: Wage Theft Protections for NY Workers
Wage theft isn’t always apparent—but it happens every day in New York City. From construction sites to coffee shops, workers …
A ‘Projection’ Of The 2026 U.S. News Law School Rankings
Prospective law students, current law students, and law school alumni have seen the recently released edition of the 2025 U.S. …
Top Law School Faculty Issue Letter Defending Rule Of Law
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) While the federal government is busy slashing university spending and tax status or claiming donors …
Biglaw Doesn’t Give A Damn About Its Young Lawyers
Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “The Ex-Careerist,” here. …
Trump Strategy To Rein In Drug Prices Revives ‘Most Favored Nation’ Plan Of His First Term
The post Trump Strategy To Rein In Drug Prices Revives ‘Most Favored Nation’ Plan Of His First Term appeared first …
Morning Docket: 05.13.25
* Chief Justice Roberts finds one-on-one questioning dull and I guess if you’re not particularly interested in precedent or oral …
GOP ‘Voucher Scheme for the Wealthy’ Would Hand $5 Billion to Religious, Private Schools
NCRM Published 20 hours ago on May 12, 2025 Nearly two-thirds of Americans aren’t having babies due to the economy, …
Bill Those Diversity Hours To Code 404 — See Also
Nixon Peabody Scrubs Diversity Billing Codes And Multiple Mentions Of Diversity: They may have kept the pictures, but the changes …
How Many Wachtell Attorneys Does It Take…?
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by ALM, how many …
How To Build Your Own LLM Product In 5 Easy Steps With Horace Wu
(Image via Getty) In Season 9, Episode 6 of “Notes to My (Legal) Self,“ I had the privilege of speaking …
Lawyer Charged With Series Of Acts That Sound Ripped From GTA 6
A funny thing about the character and fitness component of becoming a lawyer is that is only evaluates the things …
Supreme Court Justice David Souter Dies After Accidentally Breaking The Judiciary
Retired Supreme Court Justice David Souter died Thursday at 85. Nominated in 1990 by President George H.W. Bush, Republicans expected …
Cadwalader Feels The Fallout From Cowardly Trump Deal
When the nine Biglaw firms that struck deals with Donald Trump in order to avoid his punitive Executive Orders designed …
Morning Docket: 05.09.25
* Partners and associates alike plotting exits from surrendering firms. [American Lawyer] * Jeanine Pirro replacing Ed Martin as interim …
‘Bystander’ Trump Keeps Saying ‘I Don’t Know’ — Critics Ask Who’s in Charge
President Donald Trump’s grasp of what’s happening on his watch is being debated, as the 78-year-old increasingly responds, “I don’t …
‘Total Injustice’: Pope Leo XIV Likely to Weigh in on Trump-Era Policies, Brother Hints
Economic and political experts are panning President Donald Trump’s tariff “deal” with the UK, saying it doesn’t live up to …
Understanding Employee Rights During Company Mergers and Acquisitions in NYC
When a company announces a merger or acquisition, employees are often the last to know—and the first to worry. Suddenly, …
John Roberts Once Again Rebukes Donald Trump’s Attacks On The Judiciary
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Impeachment is not how you register disagreement with decisions. …
DC Bar Election Seems To Be Tracking Canada, Australia… Papacy
(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Over the last month, the surest path to electoral success is mercilessly dunking on the …
Biglaw Merger Talks Could Create New $2 Billion Firm
It looks like there could be a new entrant into next year’s Am Law 20. That’s because McDermott Will & …
Trump Dumps Ed Martin In Favor Of ‘Shit Sandwich Senate Will Eat’
(Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) This morning, President Trump dumped Ed Martin, his first choice to lead the …
Does Our Oath Have A Statute Of Limitations?
This year’s Law Day, May 1, was different from others. Entitled the National Law Day of Action, it was a …
General Counsel ‘No Longer Trust’ Biglaw
A new organization — General Counsels United — just launched. Less than two weeks after it was created, it boasts over …
T14 Law School Selects Dedicated Professor As Its Next Dean
The University of Chicago Law School recently announced that Adam Chilton will become the elite school’s next dean. Chilton currently serves …
2nd Circuit Orders Return Of Vermont Grad Student Abducted By ICE Because She Wrote An Article They Didn’t Like
(Image via Getty) Protestors and folks who are generally interested in the State not ejecting people for Thoughtcrime have been …
Fan Sues NFL For Emotional Distress Over Shedeur Sanders Draft
(Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images) There’s a fine line between being passionate fandom and being downright crazy. Filing a federal …
GenAI, Legal Ops, And The Human Advantage
(Image via CLOC) One palpable concern among attendees at this year’s CLOC Global Institute is whether GenAI will take over …
‘Embarrassed Emoji’: Trump Torched for Calling Major Drop in Port Traffic ‘Good’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has specifically directed State Department officials to pressure countries challenged by President Donald Trump’s …
‘Downright Incompetent’: FBI Chief Blasted for ‘No Timeline and No Clue’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has specifically directed State Department officials to pressure countries challenged by President Donald Trump’s …
Biglaw’s Ws In The Fight Against Trump — See Also
Perkins Coie Gets A Permanent Injunction Against Trump’s Executive Order: Judge Beryl Howell goes all Shakespearean in slapping back Trump’s …
Trump Rebrands Law Day With Authoritarian Flair — See Also
Law Day Becomes Loyalty Day Under Trump: Even the people in suits are protesting. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Is Cutting …
It’s Official: Executive Order Targeting Perkins Coie Is Unconstitutional
From the moment that Donald Trump signed an Executive Order (EO 14230) targeting Perkins Coie — one of the first …
It Was A Good Year To Be A Biglaw Equity Partner
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to data collected by ALM as part …
Opening The Doors To Change: What To Expect At CLOC Global Institute 2025
(Image via CLOC) Next week, I will be covering the CLOC Global Institute at the Aria Hotel and Resort in …
Contingency Fees Can Create Perverse Incentives
Contingency fees are a time-honored tradition in the legal profession through which attorneys accept a case in exchange for a …
Morning Docket: 05.01.25
* Apple referred to criminal contempt investigation over refusing to follow app store court order. The opinion includes a groan-worthy …
This Is What 100 Days Of ‘Winning’ Looks Like — See Also
Things Are Going Historically Bad: Looks like we’re living in the worst 100 first days of a presidency. FASORP Goes …
With A Constitutional Crisis Afoot, We Sure Could Use Some More Con Law Scholars From This School
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025-26 U.S. News Rankings, which …
Empowering Lawyers Beyond Legal Roles: A Conversation With Neil Handwerker And Kimberly Fine
In a legal world often defined by rigid swim lanes and limited career trajectories, how do you carve a new …
Sean Combs Is Going To Have An Uphill Battle With Finding An Impartial Jury
(Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images) Rappers have a long history of making outlandish claims about how much staying power their …
DC Prosecutor Ed Martin Goes After Wikipedia For Exercising First Amendment Rights
Ed Martin, the improbable acting US Attorney for DC, is at it again. This time he’s menacing Wikipedia for the …
The Top Law Schools For Getting Jobs (2024)
Rankings season is upon us, and we’ve got some employment statistics for you to feast your eyes upon if you’d …
Cringe Reverse Discrimination Group Hijacks Michigan Law Listserv To Ask Students To Sprinkle A Little Fraud In Their Personal Statements
Remember FASORP, the reverse discrimination edgelords that sound like they were named after a crummy corporation in a lazy dystopian …
‘Rank Incompetence’: Trump Says Hegeth Is ‘Safe’ Just Before Navy ‘Loses’ $60 Million Jet
As U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler’s town hall at a local high school unraveled Sunday night—despite strict rules that some critics …
‘Heads on Pikes’: Trump White House Accused of ‘Vaguely Fascist’ Display
As U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler’s town hall at a local high school unraveled Sunday night—despite strict rules that some critics …
Understanding Employee Rights Under the New York Paid Family Leave Act
Balancing work and personal responsibilities can be challenging, especially when employees need time off to care for family members. The …
‘We Will Find You’: AG Pam Bondi Issues Chilling Warning To Judges
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. What has happened to …
The Best Law Schools For Tax Law (2025)
As we’ve mentioned time and time again here at Above the Law, there are lots of factors that go into …
The Worst 100 Days Of A Presidency
I’m jumping the gun. The 100th day of Donald Trump’s presidency is actually tomorrow, April 29. But I have a Monday column …
Legal Ethics Roundup: FBI Arrests Judge – AG Hints at More, Prosecutors Resign, Trump Org Fires Ethics Atty & More
Ed. note: Please welcome Renee Knake Jefferson back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, Legal …
There’s A Gap Between Healthcare Leaders’ AI Confidence And Their Ability To Scale
The post There’s A Gap Between Healthcare Leaders’ AI Confidence And Their Ability To Scale appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 04.28.25
* Partners come out in defense of Susman Godfrey in suit against Trump. [Reuters] * S&C trying to downplay their …
‘Authoritarian Takeover’: Legal Scholars Warn of Trump’s ‘100 Days of Lawlessness’
House and Senate Democrats are drawing a red line after agents from President Donald Trump’s FBI arrested a sitting judge—whom …
Trump Calls to ‘Immediately’ Eject ‘Disruptors’ as GOP Congressman Faces Boos, Backlash
House and Senate Democrats are drawing a red line after agents from President Donald Trump’s FBI arrested a sitting judge—whom …
Morning Docket: 04.24.25
* Whenever you hear complaints about associate salaries going up, remember that partner compensation has gone up much, much more …
Good Luck Finding New Talent! — See Also
Law Students Refuse To Work For Capitulating Firms: Resistance matters at every level. Want To Make Sure Your Law School …
Hiring In This Practice Area Has Seen A Sharp Decline
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Firm Prospects’ 2025 Q1 Lateral Hiring …
Recent Law School Graduates Set ‘Record-High’ Employment Rate
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Despite initial concerns that the Class of 2024 employment …
California Bar Reveals It Used AI For Exam Questions, Because Of Course It Did
Unaware that you’re supposed to rip the band-aid off all at once, the embattled officials behind the California Bar Exam …
SCOTUSblog Gets Gobbled Up By Right-Leaning Media
If you’ve been following the financial and legal woes of SCOTUSblog co-founder Tom Goldstein, you probably assumed that legal media …
Why The IRS Went Through 4 Acting Commissioners In 3 Months
On the first day of President Donald Trump’s second term, then IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel resigned. IRS commissioners by law …
Trump Won’t Try To Illegally Fire Powell: He’ll Let The Fed Save The Economy Then Take Credit
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) I wonder how many times Donald Trump will say something that massively moves the stock …
Donna Adelson’s Attempt To Disqualify Judge Fails
It is pretty hard to get a judge off of a high-profile trial. It isn’t impossible — Young Thug managed …
Biglaw Brings In Big Bucks
We’ve got key financial data from the top law firms and the takeaway is that it’s good to be a …
U.S. News Ranks The Best Law Schools For Getting Biglaw Jobs (2025)
Rankings season is officially upon us, and this time around, even U.S. News & World Report has rolled out additional …
How MyCase’s Smart Spend Can Help Increase Your Profits
It’s no secret that most small firms would see big financial gains if they could just collect the money they’re …
We Belong: Join MothersEsquire For A Conference Celebrating Mothers Working In The Legal Profession
Join us for the MothersEsquire Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 8th & 9th, 2025, for an inspiring, empowering event …
Law Students Signing Pledge To Refuse Offers From Collaborating Biglaw Firms
As more Biglaw firms sell out their integrity in exchange for relief from illegal retaliation from the Trump administration, lawyers …
Telehealth Fraud & Compliance: Preventing ‘Pill Mills’ While Ensuring Access To Care
The post Telehealth Fraud & Compliance: Preventing ‘Pill Mills’ While Ensuring Access To Care appeared first on Above the Law.
Trump Administration Abruptly Stopped Processing Green Card Applications Filed by Asylees, Refugees. A FOIA Request Seeks Answers
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Morning Docket: 04.22.25
* Harvard sues Trump administration. [Law.com] * Republicans want DOJ to prosecute Andrew Cuomo. [Politico] * FDIC looking to cut …
The Intellectual Legal Right Is Coming For Trump — See Also
Lawyers On The Right And The Left Agree: What the Trump administration is doing is deeply disturbing. More Folks Are …
Protecting the Vote – 2025 Illinois Municipal Elections
Municipal elections are an important opportunity for voters to make their voices heard and to elect their local leaders. Chicago …
A&O Shearman Drew A Very Strange Line In The Sand — See Also
The Firm’s $125M Capitulation Has A Very Small Asterisk: No free work on trade deals! That’s Way Too Many Pro …
Supreme Court Makes Unusual Move In Birthright Citizenship Case
The Trump administration keeps losing challenges to his effort to rewrite the birthright citizenship provision of the Fourteenth Amendment. Earlier …
LiquidText, Innovative Annotation Tool for Complex Documents, Adds Real-Time Collaboration
I first discovered LiquidText way back in 2017, writing at the time that it just might “forever change how you …
Kids Testify The Darnedest Things… When Forced To Represent Themselves By The Trump Administration
(Image via Getty) I have 10- and 8-year-olds, and if I told them go to court alone, I’d be laughed …
Fourth Circuit To DOJ: Bro, Do You Even Law?
Reading the latest batcrap Justice Department filing in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case is an exercise in confusion. Are they …
Young Thug Rolls Out New Music With Brian Steel Merch
(Photo by CHRISTIAN MONTERROSA/AFP via Getty Images) Celebrities — especially rappers — have a special way of showing love to …
‘Things Like This Take Place’: Trump Shrugs Off Mass Shooting Despite Once Being a Target
President Donald Trump’s pre-dawn post shook investors’ confidence on Thursday, as he railed against the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, …
The Government Is Mass-Emailing People Telling Them To ‘Leave the United States’ Within 7 Days. It’s A Mess, And It Might Be DOGE’s Fault.
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
The Impact of Social Media Conduct on Employment Status in NYC
Social media has become a significant factor in employment decisions across New York City. What employees post, like, or share …
Bringing New Meaning To ‘Solo Practitioner,’ Attorney Warned After Streaming 60+ Hours Of Porn At Work
Everyone, let’s give a hand to this unknown lawyer, whose multitasking prowess apparently allowed him to rack up 64.56 hours …
Easy Steps For Keeping Moms In The Legal Profession
(Image via Getty) Ed. note: This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal …
7 Ways Protégé Delivers Value
April 11, 2025 (4 min read) By: Jeff Pfeifer Legal professionals have been using AI technologies for years now, starting with …
A&O Shearman Will Do $125 Million In Free Legal Work For Trump, But They Draw The Line At Trade Deals!
Biglaw’s defining moment is here. The institution — and the rule of law — is under attack. Donald Trump is …
Plagiarism Panic Hits The Courtroom (Again), And It’s Still Nonsense
Let’s get one thing straight: there are many ways for a lawyer to mess up a case. You can miss …
How You Can Avoid The ‘Mortal Sin’ Of Billing Practices
The post How You Can Avoid The ‘Mortal Sin’ Of Billing Practices appeared first on Above the Law.
OCI Is Broken—And Big Law Is Losing Its Grip
Stanford just announced that their 2L On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) is scheduled from May 5 to 9. That’s not a typo. …
Trump’s Executive Order On Prescription Drug Costs Delivers A Win For Pharma Companies
The post Trump’s Executive Order On Prescription Drug Costs Delivers A Win For Pharma Companies appeared first on Above the …
‘Full Time Babysitter’: Treasury Secretary Urges Caution After Trump Fed Chair Threat
President Donald Trump’s pre-dawn post shook investors’ confidence on Thursday, as he railed against the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, …
‘Stunning Admission’: GOP Senator Says Colleagues ‘Are All Afraid’ of ‘Retaliation’
President Donald Trump’s pre-dawn post shook investors’ confidence on Thursday, as he railed against the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, …
Morning Docket: 04.17.25
* Chief Judge Boasberg raises prospect of contempt charges if the Trump administration doesn’t offer pathway to habeas petitions for …
Biglaw Wins, Losses, And Goodbyes — See Also
Resisting Firms Are Winning Bigly!: Not only is this the 4th firm to win a TRO, the judge sends their …
Biglaw Is Big Business
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the data collected by ALM, what …
Legal Nonprofit Backs Away From Diversity. That Should Scare Everyone.
Legal Services NYC has quietly scrubbed references to its diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging commitments from its public-facing website. The …
Reed Smith Puts Down Their DEI Programs To Dodge The EEOC
Reed Smith, long recognized as a Gold Standard Firm by the Women In Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF), has done away …
Biglaw Firms Making Trump Deals Reaching The ‘Find Out’ Phase
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) They thought they made one-shot deals which they would fulfill, but the administration seems to …
DOJ Sues Maine For Aggravated Nice To Trans Kids
(Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty) In February, President Trump summoned the nation’s governors to the White House for an airing of …
Associates At Kirkland And Latham Latest To Quit Biglaw Gigs Because Of Cowardly Deals With Trump
As the number of Biglaw capitulations to the Trump administration pile up, so too do the number of principled resignations …
‘Strategically Disastrous’: How JD Vance Is Harming America’s Foreign Relations
Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, in an attempt to cauterize the self-inflicted wound from his decision to help Republicans …
In Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case, Trump Administration Escalates Its War on Due Process
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
HOPE, NCR, Four Black Women File Lawsuit After Investigation Reveals Source of Income Discrimination by Fulton Grace Realty
HOPE Fair Housing Center (HOPE), Northside Community Resources (NCR), and four Housing Choice Voucher (Voucher) holders filed a lawsuit against …
Nonpartisan Voting Rights Organizations Warn Indiana State Election Officials that Discriminatory Citizenship Check Law Violates Federal Law
Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, national Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, and William R. Groth and Daniel …
ABA Gets Sued Over Scholarship That Discriminates Against Whites
What is this, a re-run episode? You know the story. The American Alliance for Equal Rights is back again and …
Biglaw Calls It Pro Bono. Gimme A Break.
Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “The Ex-Careerist,” here. …
Forget The Hype… What Does Good Legal AI Even Look Like?
The Robot Lawyer revolution remains on hold. Despite advances in generative AI and growing adoption throughout the legal industry, we …
3 Essential Pillars Of Financial Wellness For Law Firms
A law firm’s financial wellness depends on more than just winning cases or increasing billable hours. Running a profitable practice …
It’s Time To Submit Your Entries For Above The Law’s 16th Annual Law Revue Video Contest!
Spring has sprung, and you know what that means: we’re now seeking submissions for our annual law revue video contest. …
Biglaw Firms That Inked Deal With Trump ‘Failed The American People’ Says Paul Hastings Partner
Biglaw is at an inflection point. The industry is under attack, faced with the weaponization of likely unconstitutional executive orders …
Why Are Chinese Fashion Manufacturers Going Viral On TikTok Amid The Tariffs Chaos?
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Morning Docket: 04.15.25
* Trump administration refusal to honor 9-0 Supreme Court ruling to facilitate the release from custody of a Maryland man …
Misdemeanor to Felony: DWI to Intoxication Manslaughter in TX
Intoxication Crimes Lawyer in Dallas Thousands of people are charged each year in Dallas County with an “intoxication crime.” An …
Trump Agenda Mirrors Founders’ Grievances Against ‘Mad King’: Legal Experts
Nearly 36 hours after the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence was firebombed in what some have described as a possible assassination attempt …
Understanding the Legalities of Employee Surveillance in New York
Employers have a legitimate interest in monitoring workplace activities to ensure productivity, protect company assets, and prevent misconduct. However, employee …
Legal Implications of Artificial Intelligence in NYC Hiring Practices
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses recruit and hire employees. Many New York City employers now use AI-driven …
Addressing Age Discrimination in the Modern New York Workplace
Age discrimination remains a significant issue in workplaces across New York despite laws designed to protect older employees. As businesses …
Navigating Non-Compete Agreements in New York Employment Contracts
Non-compete agreements are standard in New York employment contracts, but they can be restrictive and impact a worker’s ability to …
New Report Highlights Harmful Effects of Crime-Free Housing Ordinances
Crime-Free and Nuisance Property Ordinances (CFNOs) don’t make communities safer—they punish renters for calling 911, force families into eviction without …
Federal Government Cuts Funding for Organizations that Enforce Fair Housing Laws
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Two Biglaw Paths Diverge In The Woods — See Also
Fallout From Skadden’s Capitulation: A principled “I QUIT” from an associate. Suddenly Skadden Associates Can’t Send Out Mass Emails: Not …
Legalweek 2025: Embedded And Agentic Generative AI Expands Software Capabilities
This year’s Legalweek conference in New York City was well attended and dominated by talk of vastly improved generative AI …
Finding Your Perfect Spot In The Legal Profession
I chat with Lisa Landy, a Principal at Therrel Baisden. Discover Lisa’s journey into law, her passion for probate litigation, …
Thousands Of Lawyers Make Bipartisan Bid To Urge AG Pam Bondi To Do Her Job
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) The Trump administration is openly targeting Biglaw firms for their representation of clients and causes …
Agentic AI — A Practical Guide For Attorneys
Already in use within legal workflows, Agentic AI enhances productivity, accuracy, and strategic effectiveness, giving law firms a competitive edge …
Minnesota Federal Bankruptcy Judge To Resign Amid Misconduct Allegations
Less than a year ago, in July 2024, former Alaska federal judge Joshua Kindred resigned after the Ninth Circuit Judicial …
WilmerHale Strikes Back With Paul Clement Lawsuit Over Retaliatory Trump Order
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Mere hours after the Trump administration lodged a retaliatory executive order against WilmerHale, the firm …
How Podcasting Can Drive Your Business Development
Getty Images Are you marketing strategically — or just throwing things at the wall and hoping something sticks? “We’re not …
Jenner & Block To Trump: See You In Court, Not On Our Knees
(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images) For those keeping score at home, Paul Weiss and Skadden got on their knees and …
Morning Docket: 03.28.25
* Now targeted by the administration, WilmerHale says it’s “pursuing all appropriate remedies to this unlawful order.” For the benefit …
‘Full-On Soviet’: Trump’s ‘Improper Ideology’ Purge Blasted as ‘Fascist Thuggery’
News Published 20 hours ago on March 27, 2025 The Canadian Prime Minister and the Canadian people are expressing anger …
Trump Is Trying to Deter Us From Representing Immigrants in Court. It Won’t Work.
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
WilmerHale Becomes The Latest Firm Targeted By Trump
(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images) With Skadden joining Paul Weiss in bowing to Donald Trump’s effort to silence Biglaw, the …
Skadden Seeks Coward’s Deal With Trump Administration
(Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) Fresh off shadow president Elon Musk’s chilling warning to Skadden Arps, the New York Times …
Ad Homs Aren’t As Forceful As The Administration Thought — See Also
Trump Administration Insults Fail To Sway Judge: No falling in line! Law School Deans Denounce The Trump Administration: Three cheers …
Thanks A Bunch To Our Advertisers
Advertising We love working with you. By Above the Law on March 27, 2025 7:02 pm We’d like to express …
Future Biglaw Firm Actually Went To Bat Against A Power-Hungry Federal Government
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Politico has a piece from Clay Risen, author …
Law Insider Announces Low-Cost And Free AI-Powered Contract Tools For 1.2 Million Legal Users
Legal technology platform Law Insider announced today the launch of its AI-powered contract drafting, review and redlining tools for its …
~$20M Hemp Fraud Lands Disbarred Attorney In Prison
When states began to legalize the production and sale of weed, people were quick to try and make a quick …
Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been (A DEI Hire)?
(Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images) For those of us dinosaur lawyers or students of modern American history, that …
The Paul Weiss ‘Brand’ Has Been Damaged Thanks To The Firm’s Deal With Trump
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. For the most part, what in-house lawyers want is …
Depression, Road Bumps, And Adjustments
In consultation with my therapist, I recently upped my Lexapro dosage. There is no trigger I can point to, but …
Canadians Slash US Travel as Prime Minister Says ‘Old’ Relationship With America Is ‘Over’
The Canadian Prime Minister and the Canadian people are expressing anger and frustration with Donald Trump, following months of attacks, …
‘Political Protection Racket’: Bondi Blasted for Shrugging Off Security Breach Investigation
News Published 2 hours ago on March 27, 2025 The Canadian Prime Minister and the Canadian people are expressing anger …
NY Flips TX The Bird In Medication Abortion Suit
This morning, a county clerk in New York told Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to pound sand, refusing to domesticate …
How You Can Take Control Of Your Firm’s Financial Future
As with most things tech-related, a typical law firm has historically trailed a typical corporation in tracking important business metrics …
Law School Deans Denounce Trump’s Attacks On Biglaw Firms As Unconstitutional
The Trump administration is openly targeting Biglaw firms for their representation of clients and causes adverse to the president’s political …
Trump Admin Learns You Can’t Insult A Judge In Order To Force Them Off A Case
Judge Beryl Howell is overseeing Perkins Coie’s case against the Trump administration over the wild Executive Order targeting the firm. …
GCs And Outside Counsel: Here’s Your Chance To Rate The Other Side!
How well are law departments and law firms working together today? What are the biggest challenges to collaboration? What emerging …
Paul Weiss Waves The White Flag
Paul Weiss folded immediately in the face of Trump’s threat, offering the president pro bono services and a retreat from …
Space Force ‘Transitioning’ SATCOM Contracts From DISA
The post Space Force ‘Transitioning’ SATCOM Contracts From DISA appeared first on Above the Law.
Morning Docket: 03.27.25
* No, you can’t remove a judge just because they rule against you. [Bloomberg Law News] * AI is here …
‘No Adult Supervision’: Concern Escalates as Trump Increasingly Appears Out of Touch
Democrats across the political spectrum—liberal, moderate, and progressive—appear united in their outrage over Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision …
Examples of Sexism in the Workplace and How to Take Action in New York
Sexism in the workplace doesn’t always look the way people expect. It’s not just about outright harassment or obvious pay …
The Networking Chef: Blending Professionalism With Personal Connection
Getty Images In the kitchen of networking, just as a chef skillfully presents a dish blending aesthetics with flavor, the …
DC Circuit Judge Reminds Us We Were Nicer To *Literal Nazis* Than Venezuelan Nationals
When politicians talk about being “tough on crime,” there’s an unspoken understanding that what they mean is that they’re going …
One Elite Lawyer Refuses To Back Down From A Fight With Trump
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) President Trump is attempting to dismantle the constitution and attack the rule of law in …
Deep Research
One of the greatest challenges of Generative AI solutions like ChatGPT is hallucination. They create fear in professionals as well …
CLE Webinar: Conflicts, Contracts & Costs: Tuning Up Your Office Systems, Client Relationships & Operating Documents
Join us tomorrow where we’ll speak on the strategic implications of adapting ethical practices to a distributed environment. Remote and …
‘Makes Me Want to Throw Up’: Democrat Goes Off on Fox Host Over Signalgate Spin
Top Senate Democrats tore into the Directors of National Intelligence and the Central Intelligence Agency during a Tuesday hearing on …
Elon Musk Sets His Sights On Skadden — See Also
See Also Announcing Battle By Tweet: Biglaw firm in the hot seat for challenging conspiracy laden Dinesh D’Souza film. Jenner …
Paul Weiss Interview Aged Like Raw Milk
Back in 2019, most folks in Biglaw couldn’t imagine the all out assault that would come for the legal profession …
The American Constitutional Society Calls On Quiet Law School Deans To Speak Up
Lawyers, law schools and law firms have long been thought of as the people and places that love a good …
Jenner & Block Latest Biglaw Firm Targeted By Trump
Covington, Perkins Coie, Paul Weiss and now Jenner & Block. Those are the law firms that have been subjected to Trumpian …
Does Anyone Actually Support The Paul Weiss Decision To Bend A Knee?
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to a recent Glassdoor poll in the …
Where Inefficiency (Still) Plagues Today’s Legal Departments
Legal departments have been on a quest for lower costs and higher efficiency for quite some time. But have these …
The Networking Chef: Blending Professionalism With Personal Connection
Getty Images In the kitchen of networking, just as a chef skillfully presents a dish blending aesthetics with flavor, the …
‘Putin Is Giddy’: NSA Knew Signal Was Vulnerable to Russian Hackers Before Security Breach
President Donald Trump’s claim that he was unaware of a cabinet-level breach of classified information—an incident reportedly involving up to …
‘Sloppy, Careless, Incompetent’: National Security Chiefs Slammed in Senate Hearing
President Donald Trump’s claim that he was unaware of a cabinet-level breach of classified information—an incident reportedly involving up to …
Is Skadden About To Feel The Wrath Of The Trump Administration?
(Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for TIME) Things are getting real terrifying in Biglaw. The might and weight of the …
Nobody Beats The Wiz
No, this is not a retrospective on the once-beloved NYC-based electronics chain that somehow once put out a commercial with …
How Are Hospitals Faring Financially In 2025?
Kaufman Hall recently released its first report analyzing hospitals’ financial data from 2025, and the advisory firm found that hospitals …
Morning Docket: 03.25.25
* We’re apparently at the “Nazis got better treatment” stage of this administration. [CBS News] * Hegseth took to social …
Trump Shrugs Off Signalgate, Backs Advisor at Center of National Security Scandal
After initially claiming ignorance of a bombshell national security breach, President Donald Trump is now dismissing the allegedly potentially criminal …
Small Firm, Hard Hits — See Also
Boutique Law Firm Punches Back Against The Trump Administration: Paul Weiss should be taking notes. The Story On Saving Hide: …
Ever Use 23andMe? You Might Want To Take Action
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which state’s Attorney General issued an urgent recommendation …
Quest Diagnostics Strikes Generative AI Partnership With Google Cloud
Companies all across the healthcare industry are looking to scale their AI abilities, often striking multi-year collaborations with Big Tech …
Social Media And Suicide
We hear so much about the downside of social media and suicide. Still, a recent study confirms that lived experience …
We Need To Talk About What The VanDyke Video Dissent Gets Right
You may have heard in passing the joke that America has more guns than it has people. First, it isn’t …
Living In Fear Of Contract Deadlines? Here’s How Tech Can Help You Relax
It’s the stuff of nightmares for lawyers: missing a contract-related deadline. Even if you’re well organized and surrounded by competent …
Thrown Under The Bus By Paul Weiss, Mark Pomerantz Breaks Silence On His ‘Wrongdoing’
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I engaged in no wrongdoing by working as a …
AG Bondi Will Take Down The Tesla Takedown ‘Terrorists’
(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) On Tuesday, Tesla announced a recall of virtually every Cybertruck on the road. Again. This …
Circuit Scoop — February 2025
In a series of recent decisions, federal courts across the United States have addressed a range of significant legal issues, …
Marketing Roundup: Diverse Leadership, Strategic Pricing, Data-Driven Client Service
As a part of the Legal Marketing Association’s (LMA’s) partnership with Above the Law, each month we’re here to share …
Supreme Court Candidate ‘Proud’ He Once Successfully Cross-Examined… An 8-Year-Old
Republican Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel made his closing argument for the job and it’s about psychologically beating children. …
Judicial Philosophies Are Way Overrated
In this episode, I chat with Harvard Law’s Prof. Mark Tushnet, exploring his new book, “Who Am I to Judge? …
Leading Law Firm Announces Market-Beating $180K Signing Bonuses For Federal Clerks
It’s well known that federal clerkships are incredibly prestigious and highly demanding, and many elite firms really want people with …
Arkansas Senator Files Bill to Abolish State Library, Give Education Department Control
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz didn’t mince words when asked what the motivation was for the new movement among MAGA Republicans …
Released JFK Files Reveal How CIA Participated in Assassination Attempts of World Leaders
President Donald Trump said that the U.S. “doesn’t need anything from Canada” during a press conference on Friday—and yet, he …
Trump Claims US ‘Doesn’t Need Anything From Canada’, Yet Still Wants It as a State
President Joe Biden said he “strongly opposes” a section of a bill that would strip funding for gender care for …
Trump Signals Willingness to Have US Join British Commonwealth
President Donald Trump said that the U.S. “doesn’t need anything from Canada” during a press conference on Friday—and yet, he …
Now That’s A Lawyerly Origin Story — See Also
Where In New York, Specifically?: Kash Patel got his JD in New York, but it was a little vague when …
Paul Weiss Grovels To Trump, Gets Out From Under Executive Order
(Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) Well ain’t this some shit. Faced with an Executive Order — described by the right …
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The Latest Caught In Donald Trump’s Firing Frenzy
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which two FTC commissioners were recently (probably illegally) …
Man Gets Painted As A Child-Killing Felon After ChatGPT Search. Will Privacy Protections Stop You From Being Lied About Next?
(Image via Getty) ChatGPT has been blamed on everything from embarrassing moments to having to argue to a judge why …
How Remote Staff Can Help Small Firms Punch Above Their Weight
Getty Images What was a forced decision five years ago is now an option that is being warmly welcomed by …
DOJ Lawyer Tells Court It Will Comply With Order… DOJ Writes Back ‘We’ve Decided To Violate It Instead, Thx Bye.’
Chief Justice Roberts passive-aggressively scolded the Trump administration for spending more time ripping federal judges online than putting together coherent …
Exterro And Integreon Form Strategic Partnership For Managed E-Discovery Services
Exterro and Integreon today announced a strategic partnership to deliver managed e-discovery and document review services, combining Exterro’s data risk …
SXSW’s Panel Educates Even When It Misses The Mark
(Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) With all the emphasis on storytelling and audience connection in SXSW …
Biglaw’s Silence On Trump’s Executive Orders Is Deafening For In-House Counsel
(Photo by Andrew Harrer – Pool/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. If there …
Last-Minute Tax Planning Strategies For Small Law Firm Owners: There’s Still Time For 2024
As a small law firm owner, your time is constantly stretched between serving your clients, growing your practice, and focusing …
The Curious Case Of Kash Patel’s Law School Education
(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) There’s a new sheriff, or at least FBI director, in town. Despite the infamy of …
DLA Piper Building ‘Community’ By Shutting Down Affinity Groups
The last time we checked in on DLA Piper, they’d just global-search-and-replaced the pronouns out of every US attorney’s personal …
Top Biglaw Firm Closes Its Fourth China Office, Leaving It Without A Presence In Asia
Biglaw firms continue to shutter their offices in China. Today, we have news on the fifth large law firm to …
Disney Shareholders Nix Proposal to Cut Ties with Human Rights Commission
LGBT Published 9 months ago on June 26, 2024 President Joe Biden said he was using his clemency authority to …
AG Pam Bondi Says Tesla Vandals Could Get 20 Years In Prison
CRIME Published 3 months ago on December 27, 2024 Randall Adjessom, 16, was shot to death last year by the …
Josh Hawley Says ‘Only’ SCOTUS ‘Issues Rules for Whole Country’, Despite Constitution
Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) vowed to file legislation stopping federal district judges from ruling on orders issued by President Donald …
Why Trump’s Use of the Alien Enemies Act Matters for America
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Is Paul Weiss The Tipping Point For Biglaw?
Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen back to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to her Substack, “The Ex-Careerist,” here. …
Playing It SAFE? New EU Spending Plan Leaves US Out In The Cold
The post Playing It SAFE? New EU Spending Plan Leaves US Out In The Cold appeared first on Above the …
Morning Docket: 03.20.25
* Trump administration claims it will comply with court orders… for now. [Law360] * New executive order seeks to resegregate …
Tim Walz: ‘Racism’ Motivates MAGA Movement to Pardon Derek Chauvin
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz didn’t mince words when asked what the motivation was for the new movement among MAGA Republicans …
DEI Policies Go Against 1964 Civil Rights Act, DOJ Warns
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is the latest official to expand the Trump administration’s attack on the judicial branch of …
Law Firm Removing Diversity Language But Breaks Trend By Being Upfront
With the momentum of a grand freight train of cowardice, more and more law firms scramble to scrub their public …
The Best Law Schools In The World (2025)
The government may be coming after some of the most successful law firms in the country, but we’ve got just …
Legal Department Metrics: A Guide To Measuring And Improving What Matters
Nowadays, in-house legal teams can track a wide variety of metrics and pull data from countless sources. While that might …
Orphan Socks
Ed. note: This is the latest installment in a series of posts on motherhood in the legal profession, in partnership …
AI Adoption Nearly Doubles Among Small Law Firms, According To Smokeball’s 2025 State Of Law Report
The adoption of generative artificial intelligence in small law firms has almost doubled over the past year, with 53% of …
Morning Docket: 03.18.25
* Biglaw faces ‘an existential threat’ from Trump, which is a super helpful narrative to set if you’re trying to …
How Are Telehealth CEOs Reacting To Congress’s Latest Spending Legislation?
Congress passed a continuing resolution last week to fund the federal government through September 30 and avoid a government shutdown. …
Chief Justice Smacks Down Trump
President Donald Trump began his Mar-a-Lago golf weekend on Friday by alleging that whoever controlled the “autopen” was the true …
Trump Pushes to Impeach ‘Radical Left Lunatic’ Judge in Unhinged Morning Rant
President Donald Trump began his Mar-a-Lago golf weekend on Friday by alleging that whoever controlled the “autopen” was the true …
Trump’s New Registration Requirement Could Forcibly Separate Millions of Immigrant Families
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
What to Know About Drug Testing in the Workplace in New York City
Many employees don’t realize how New York City’s drug testing laws affect their rights. While employers have the right to …
Biglaw Firm Is Winning So Much But Clients Are Still Scared — See Also
Being Right Has Its Consequences: Perkins Coie is winning against Trump in court. But will clients risk Trump’s ire? These …
Stat(s) Of The Week: A Big Gap In Legal Tech Satisfaction
Legal tech users in the U.S. and the U.K. report widely different levels of satisfaction with their systems, according to …
The Ultimate Courtroom Moment
(Photo by Bruce Glikas/Getty Images) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! What legal drama …
The Hidden Cost Of Medicaid Cuts: Why The GOP’s Budget Plan Would Be A Disaster For Hospitals
As Congress deliberates what the future of Medicaid funding will look like, healthcare executives are worried. House Republicans proposed Medicaid …
You Can Actually Balance A Legal Career And Family Life
Personal injury attorney Edward Ortega and I dive into the nuances of legal careers. From unexpected courtroom experiences to the …
SXSW And The Power Of Storytelling In Persuasion
(Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) SXSW is not only about technology but it’s also about filmmaking, …
‘Sounds Like Putin’: Trump Blasted for Declaring Top News Organizations ‘Illegal’
Barely more than 50 days into his second term, President Donald Trump appears to be failing in the eyes of …
Lawyers Shouldn’t Be Afraid To Concede Weaker Points At Oral Arguments
(Image via Getty) People generally understand that lawyers often need to take extreme — perhaps unreasonable — positions to advocate …
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 …
How To Master Your Time And Build A Thriving Firm
Getty Images Time is a lawyer’s most valuable asset — but are you using it wisely? In a recent episode …
Biglaw Partner Issues Rallying Cry Against Trump’s Executive Order Targeting Perkins Coie
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The fewer lawyers and law firms willing to stand …
The Biglaw Job Market Is Rough, But It Isn’t Worth Going To Prison Over
Between the price of eggs and some Biglaw bonuses looking like other people’s salaries, there’s no surprise that people would …
Trump Admin Demands SCOTUS Teach Uppity Trial Judges A Lesson … By Un-Personing Babies
(Photo by Brendan McDermid-Pool/Getty Images) President Trump’s courtiers do not lack for chutzpah. After four years in which conservatives camped …
State Supreme Court Invents Fake AI Reporters To ‘Explain’ Its Rulings
In a move blending Black Mirror and North Korean state media, the Arizona Supreme Court has invented a pair of …
An Attorney’s Guide To Switching Law Practice Management Software
Survey after survey reveals that the majority of firms have incorporated law practice management software into their operations — the …
The Law Schools Dominating The Bar Exam — Who’s Leading The Pack? (2024)
‘Woohoo! We passed the bar exam!’ The 2024 administration of the bar exam may be in the rearview mirror, but …
Why You Need a Last Will & Testament in Texas
A Last Will & Testament in Texas is more than just a piece of paper—it’s one of the most important …
White House Caught Admitting Real Reason for Mass Firings: Experts
Barely more than 50 days into his second term, President Donald Trump appears to be failing in the eyes of …
‘Team Fight’: Democrats Call for Schumer to Resign
Democrats across the political spectrum—liberal, moderate, and progressive—appear united in their outrage over Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision …
Can’t Get Rid Of Remote Work! — See Also
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Ready Or Not, NextGen Bar Exam Is Coming!
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! This week, which state announced they would administer …
Are Addiction Secrets Holding You Back?
We all have secrets. Mine were spread out to multiple cities. In between multiple divorces, drugs were delivered to my …
Clio Plants Its Flag In Biglaw Land With Acquisition Of Enterprise Law Firm Software Provider ShareDo
The motto of law practice management company Clio is to “transform the legal experience for all.” But for many of …
‘Basically Underwater on Everything’: Trump in Big Trouble With Majority of Voters Poll Finds
Barely more than 50 days into his second term, President Donald Trump appears to be failing in the eyes of …
Pack Your Parachute: Preparing For The Unknown As An In-House Lawyer
Christopher Robin once told Winnie-the-Pooh: “Promise me you’ll always remember: you’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, …
How Can Startups Navigate The Difficult Funding Environment
The buzz and excitement at JPM might well have been from another era. On Tuesday, the second and final day …
Morning Docket: 03.13.25
* Bomb threat made against ACB’s sister. [Reuters] * First-time bar applicants saw big success in 2024. [ABA Journal] * …
With Successes Like These, Who Needs Losses! — See Also
Winningly “Bigly” Looks A Lot Like Downward Spiraling Investment Portfolios: Gotta love Trumpenomics! This Is What Happens When You Take …
It Takes A Long Ass Time To Make Partner These Days
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Leopard Solutions’ State of the Industry whitepaper analyzing …
SXSW Privacy Discussion: The Rising Risks Lawyers Can’t Ignore
On Friday afternoon at SXSW, Meredith Whittaker, CEO of Signal, painted a sobering and downright alarming picture of the modern …
Interim DC US Atty Ed Martin Harassing Rep. Vindman Now For … Does It Even Matter?
“Eagle” Ed Martin strikes again! The Interim US Attorney for DC is really getting the hang of this whole prosecutor …
‘Not Above the Law’: Fist-Pounding Democrat Explodes Asking ‘Where’s Elon Musk?’
News Published 1 day ago on March 11, 2025 As the stock market continues to drop due to President Donald …
Perhaps The Greatest Stock Market Correction Ever, Truly Terrific, Remember To Thank Your FAVORITE PRESIDENT!
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) For many years, I have tried to emphasize in this column that presidents typically have …
Deputy Defense Secretary Nominee Has ‘Clear Conflict Of Interest’ With Ligado Lawsuit: Sen. Warren
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Morning Docket: 03.12.25
* “I’m not a cat” lawyer deep dive. [NY Times] * Judge who feels gay people don’t deserve basic human …
MIT Reveals 2025 Breakthrough Tech At SXSW: What It Means For Legal
Friday morning at SXSW, Niall Firth, the Executive Editor of the Newsroom at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), reviewed …
Sculpting A Copyright Do-Over
(Image via Getty) It is the rare judicial opinion, particularly in the IP arena, that starts with the court admitting …
Hiding In Plain Sight: Cybercriminals Take Advantage Of U.S. Cloud Providers
Ed. note: This is the latest in the article series, Cybersecurity: Tips From the Trenches, by our friends at Sensei Enterprises, a boutique …
Biglaw Backlash May Be Just The Start Of Trump Seeking ‘Retribution’ Against His Perceived Political Enemies
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The government has decided …
Judge James Ho Big Mad Over Statement On Judicial Safety
via YouTube Don’t worry, like many of Fifth Circuit Judge Jame Ho’s moves, this one is more style over substance. …
Top 100 Biglaw Firm Creates Income Partnership Tier To ‘Increase Opportunities’ For Lawyers
Biglaw firms with single partnership tiers are now few and far between, with more big-name firms showing that they’re ready, …
Diddy’s Lawyer Accuses Opposing Counsel Of Depravity
In high-profile cases, the attorneys representing their clients occasionally provide the public with updates on the cases that they’re dealing …
Legal Warfare: Perkins Coie Lawyers Up To Do Battle Against Trump’s Executive Order
Late last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order specifically targeting Perkins Coie and Biglaw firms generally over their …
‘Cower Before a Mad King’: GOP Moves to ‘Surrender’ Congress’ Power Over Trump’s Tariffs
It’s Monday, March 10, and Donald Trump has been president for 50 days. The stock market continues its steep decline, …
‘Heartless’: Trump’s $660 Million School Food Cut Is Latest GOP Attack on Nutrition Aid
It’s Monday, March 10, and Donald Trump has been president for 50 days. The stock market continues its steep decline, …
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Biglaw Firm Secretly Nixes Pronouns From Employee E-Mail Signatures: No permission required! Orange Comes For Biglaw: There’s a lot more …
New York Has A Pretty Hefty Legal Bill
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! How large is New York state’s combined legal …
What Do ‘The Exorcist’ And The MAGA Movement Have In Common?
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) About six years ago, in October 2018, then-President Donald Trump praised the slightly revised version of …
Democrat Schools Musk on ‘What Makes America Great’ After He’s Called a ‘Traitor’
It’s Monday, March 10, and Donald Trump has been president for 50 days. The stock market continues its steep decline, …
SXSW Opening Keynote Stresses Social Health In The Workplace And Beyond: The Missing Link In Law Firm Culture
SXSW kicked off Thursday morning with a keynote discussion by Kasley Killiam, a social health expert, and Amy Galo, a …
Space Development Agency Again Postpones Launch Of First ‘Operational’ Data Relay, Missile Warning Satellites
SDA’s Tranche 1 launches are now anticipated to begin in summer 2025, starting with satellites for the Transport Layer. (Image …
Morning Docket: 03.10.25
* Man who complained about weaponized government weaponizes the government against law firms. [Independent] * Law firms are shocked SHOCKED …
A Lawyer’s Quest To Help Victims Of Abuse
In this episode, I chat with special guest Alreen Haeggquist, an attorney and author of “Fired Up! Fueling Triumph from Trauma.” …
Tiny Independent Agency Punches DOGE In The Nose
Every day under the DOGE regime is more surreal and terrifying than the last. Here’s an excerpt from a lawsuit …
Georgetown Law To Ed Martin: F All The Way Off
Earlier this week, Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Ed Martin, once again, used his office to advance …
Overwhelmed By Contracts? Survey Says You’re Not Alone
To understand the challenges legal teams face, our friends at LegalOn surveyed 286 GCs, in-house counsels, contract managers, and legal …
Trump Signs Executive Order Calling Out Top 50 Biglaw Firm, With Intent To Wage War Against Other ‘Leading Law Firms’ Over Their DEI Policies
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) President Donald Trump’s attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion have finally hit home for Biglaw …
Divided By Principle: How Justices Barrett And Jackson Are Shaping The Future Of Constitutional Law
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Supreme Court oral arguments are more than just legal debates—they’re a high-stakes battleground where justices …
Alito ‘Stunned’ By Court Exercising Judicial Power He Championed & Expanded Just Months Ago
(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) Here’s a puzzle: When does a Supreme Court justice believe courts can review executive branch …
Marjorie Taylor Greene Supports Infecting Kids at Measles ‘Parties’ as Outbreaks Turn Deadly
Amid measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico that have killed two unvaccinated people including a healthy six-year-old, while infected …
WWII B-29 Bomber Enola Gay Falls Victim to Pentagon’s Sweeping DEI Purge
In the week since Donald Trump and JD Vance launched a two-on-one televised attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the …
Morning Docket: 03.07.25
* Trump orders DEI review of “leading law firms” in full Dick the Butcher moment. [National Law Journal] * Meanwhile, …
Nonpartisan All IN for Democracy Coalition Sends Letter Opposing Indiana Senate Bill 10
This week, the nonpartisan All IN for Democracy coalition sent a letter to Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston urging him …
Understanding Employment Arbitration Clauses
When you start a new job, signing paperwork is routine—but buried in that stack of documents may be an employment …
How Recent Changes to Federal Employment Laws Could Affect NYC Employees
Federal employment laws influence workplace rights across the country. Recent shifts in federal policies—including changes to diversity initiatives, remote work …
Why Be A Lawyer When Being A Movie Star Is On The Table?
(Image via Getty) Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! What actor, know for roles …
Trump Blows Through The Court’s Neutrality Myth With Some Public Praise — See Also
Chief Justice Lapdog Gets A Handshake And Thank You From President Trump: Way to blow his “Balls and Strikes” cover, …
It’s Day 1, And I’m Terrified
“I’m all alone.” “My spouse/partner left me.” “My kids won’t talk to me.” “I lost my job.” “I’m about to …
Trendspotting: Will More Biglaw Firms Mandate Additional Office Days For Lawyers?
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Obviously, too soon to tell, but I think it …
Diddy Lawyer Decides He Gotta Move On
(Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images) We’re not saying Diddy is an unsavory client, but we are saying Osama bin Laden’s …
Illinois Reminds AG Bondi That Tenth Amendment Is Still A Thing
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Attorney General Pam Bondi is like every prior Trump AG rolled into one. She’s got …
Citizenship For Sale: Trump’s $5M ‘Gold Card’ Visa Seems Designed To Install A Rich Foreign Overclass
What does it mean to be an American? We all have different answers to that question. I’ve read a lot …
The Amy Coney Barrett Clip That Will Have SCOTUS Followers Talking
(Photo by Jonathan Ernst-Pool/Getty Images) Last night’s presidential address to Congress was something to behold — if you’re into bearing …
‘Darkness’: Buttigieg Warns on Trump, SCOTUS, and Democracy
Pete Buttigieg, fresh off a clash with his successor, Sean Duffy—who, just days into his new job, lashed out at …
Former Justice Breyer Speaks At Harvard Panel On Legal Interpretation
(Photo by Bill O’Leary/The Washington Post via Getty Images) One of the quickest lessons you pick up in law school …
A Lawyer At SXSW: Exploring The Future Of Law And Technology
(Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) This week, I’ll be attending and reporting on the South by Southwest (SXSW) …
Yet Another Top Biglaw Firm Mandates Four Office Days For Attorneys Each Week
Biglaw firms are usually pretty quick to fall in line when it seems like a trend is afoot. Associate raises? …
How I Became The Lawyer My Product Team Trusts
The first time an engineer told me, “You actually get it,” I felt like I’d earned a badge of honor. …
Watch The Exact Moment John Roberts Realizes He Whored Himself Out
(Photo by Leah Millis-Pool/Getty Images) They thought prostituting themselves wouldn’t mean losing control, but after accidentally falling in love they …
5 Notable Health Tech Funding Announcements In February
This roundup is meant to highlight some of the most notable funding rounds of the month and is not intended …
Morning Docket: 03.05.25
* Rash of firms adopting 4-day office weeks might be the start of runaway momentum. [National Law Journal] * Firms …
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Planning for the Unexpected: Why Estate Planning Matters No one likes to think about death, disability, or the unexpected twists …
‘Betrayal’: Democrats Blast Trump’s ‘Assault’ on VA Over Plan to Cut 80,000 Employees
Following a wave of humiliating viral videos capturing congressional Republicans being berated by their own outraged constituents at town halls …
SCOTUS Hands Trump a Loss in Multi-Billion Dollar USAID Case
Following a wave of humiliating viral videos capturing congressional Republicans being berated by their own outraged constituents at town halls …
Demands To Adhere To The Rule Of Law Grow — See Also
Deans, Professors, Judges, Partners…: Basically everyone came out to the rule of law’s defense. With Neighbors Like These, Who Needs …
New Law School Gets American Bar Association Approval
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which law school recently earned provisional accreditation from …
Defense Lawyers Call Out Trump’s ‘Retaliatory Response’ In Targeting Biglaw Firm Representing Jack Smith
(Photo by Tom Brenner for The Washington Post via Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of …
Building Data-Driven Teams: Focusing On Soft Skills
Getty Images Ed. note: This article first appeared in an ILTA publication. For more, visit our ILTA on ATL channel here. Data-driven …
Merge Fields: Building A Trial Practice With The Right Technology
Getty Images There are really two types of personal injury law firms: those with attorneys who are willing to go …
Casey Anthony Slinks Out Of Hiding, Reintroduces Herself As ‘Legal Advocate’
(Photo by Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images) It’s been nearly 15 years since Casey Anthony was acquitted in the death of her …
DOGE Cuts Off Government PACER Access Because They Are The Dumbest People On The Planet
(Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) Elon Musk and his “CoD waiting room-cum-audit team” continue their clumsy speedrun through …
Federal Judge In Virginia Declines To Sanction Lawyer Who Filed AI-Generated Erroneous Citations
In yet another case involving the use — and misuse — of generative AI in legal research, a federal district …
‘Sell the White House Too’: Trump Could Sell DOJ, FBI Headquarters, Agency Says to Outrage
Stephen Miller, President Donald Trump’s White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, attempted to deliver a “civics lesson” to …
‘Cowardice’: After Voters Shout ‘No King’ GOP Told to Ditch Town Halls
As President Donald Trump prepares to deliver his second Address to a Joint Session of Congress on Tuesday night, he …
Texas Dream Act: Protecting Undocumented Students’ Access to Higher Education Is Economic, Educational Imperative
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Donald Trump, NATO, And The Market For Kids’ Desks
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) On the one hand, I feel sorry for today’s 6-year-olds who have to do active …
Marco Rubio Has More In Common With A Biglaw Associate Than You May Think
Last week’s meeting between the Trump administration and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy may have been disastrous for foreign affairs but …
How MyCase Accounting Transforms Legal Bookkeeping
IOLTA account compliance and other financial management tasks pose big challenges to law firms — even to full-time accountants. For …
Marketing Roundup: Generating ROI, Driving Associate Retention, Finding Opportunity In Retirement
As a part of the Legal Marketing Association’s partnership with Above the Law, each month we’re here to share a …
Top Biglaw Firm Will Require 4 In-Office Work Days Each Week, Starting In Spring 2025
After holding out for quite some time, one of Biglaw’s top firms has decided to switch up its office attendance …
The Promise And Peril Of Price Transparency Under Trump’s New Executive Order
The bewilderingly opaque nature of healthcare prices is making headlines again after President Donald Trump’s latest executive order, which aims …
Morning Docket: 03.03.25
* Fresh off announcing massive profits, Paul Weiss decides it simply cannot function without forcing lawyers into the office 4 …
‘Considering What We Are Facing’: US Cyber Defense Halt Against Russia Stuns Republican
President Donald Trump’s MAGA supporters in the U.S. are cheering his Oval Office ambush of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, declaring …
Supreme Court Justice Knows What He Likes
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! The late Justice John Paul Stevens was known …
UnitedHealth Hit With 2 New Federal Probes In 1 Week
The federal government has been cracking down on healthcare giant UnitedHealth Group over the past year, and it’s showing no …
Stat(s) Of The Week: How Much Do In-House Lawyers Make?
Last week, ATL released its 2024 report on in-house compensation, providing a detailed look at how much corporate counsel make. …
A Hollywood Awards Show For Lawyers (That Isn’t A Deposition)
Before law school sucks their dreams away under a mountain of student debt, many students picture themselves getting into the …
Biglaw Firms Shying Away From Hiring Fired Government Lawyers For Fear Of Being ‘Scorned’ By Trump Administration
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. We have seen law …
DC Prosecutor Ed Martin Keeps Inventing New Ways To Disgrace His Office
Everyone knew that putting a conspiracy theorist with no Justice Department experience in charge of the US Attorney’s Office in …
Harvard Law School’s Vote On Divesting From Israel’s War In Gaza Set For March
If spending money is akin to voting, divestment is how institutions boycott causes they don’t believe in. Harvard’s divestments have …
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 …
Lawyers Should More Often Talk About Their Failures
Lawyers, like pretty much everyone else, do not like to discuss their defeats. When attorneys speak to one another, they usually …
Does Usha Vance Deserve Our Sympathy?
(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Ed. note: Please welcome Vivia Chen to the pages of Above the Law. Subscribe to …
World Leaders Rush to Support Zelenskyy as Americans Debate Trump’s Allegiance
President Donald Trump’s MAGA supporters in the U.S. are cheering his Oval Office ambush of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, declaring …
‘Not Ready for Peace’: Trump Cancels Zelenskyy Press Conference, Minerals Deal Not Signed
President Donald Trump’s MAGA supporters in the U.S. are cheering his Oval Office ambush of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, declaring …
Kremlin Will ‘Celebrate’: Trump Berates Zelenskyy in Televised Oval Office ‘Ambush’
Stephen Miller, President Donald Trump’s White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, attempted to deliver a “civics lesson” to …
‘What the Hell Is This?’: GOP Group’s Andrew Tate Invitation Draws Bipartisan Outrage
President Donald Trump’s MAGA supporters in the U.S. are cheering his Oval Office ambush of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, declaring …
The Number of Immigrants in the US Increases Yearly – And That’s a Good Thing
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
KPMG Becomes The First Member Of The Big Four To Open US Law Firm
Big changes are coming to the practice of law — at least in Arizona — now that KPMG, a Big …
Playing Games With The Supreme Court
In this episode, I chat with Talia Rosen, the lawyer-turned-board game creator. Her game, “First Monday in October,” offers a …
Musk Leverages His Unelected Non-Existent Authority And Expertise To Steal $2 Billion FAA Contract From Verizon
The first Trump FCC tried to give Musk nearly a billion dollars to deliver expensive Starlink access to some traffic medians …
Morning Docket: 02.28.25
* Biglaw develops a cowardly streak when it comes to departing government lawyers. [National Law Journal] * Here come the …
Clarence Does ‘Anger At Death Penalty’ A Little Different From Most — See Also
Imagine Being Mad That The State Can’t Kill Someone After Destroying Evidence: Don’t try too hard — you may end …
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Defunct Law School Packed A Punch
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Court Rules that the TIF Investment Committee is a Public Body under the Open Meetings Act
A win for transparency and accountability! The Cook County Circuit Court has ruled that the TIF Investment Committee is a …
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Chicago Lawyers’ Committee Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Mac Properties for Systematic Source of Income Discrimination
Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd. held a press conference today alongside …
Chicago School Board Election is about the Fight for Public Education
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Education Equity Team Honored at Raise Your Hand Event
Last night, Raise Your Hand for Illinois Public Education (RYH) honored both Beatriz Diaz-Pollack and Chris Bridges from our Chicago …
BOGO And A DOJ No-Go
(Image via Getty) I haven’t written about my state bar for some time, figuring I would give it a break …
Biglaw Firm’s Managing Partner Wonders How ‘Sustainable’ Huge Lawyer Salaries Are
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I just don’t think other professionals get paid really …
Judge Orders Defense Dept To Say Where On The Doll The Trans Service Members Hurt Them
If the DOJ thought they were going to intimidate Judge Ana Reyes by asking to speak to her manager, they …
DOJ And FTC Antitrust Enforcement May Get Merged Together
One factoid that should be in every antitrust outline is that both the FTC and the DOJ can bust up …
Ex-Biglaw Partner Turned Celebrity Tax Adviser Sentenced To Time Behind Bars For Tax Fraud
Back in November, after his trial had already started, a former Biglaw tax partner pleaded guilty to one count of …
Clarence Thomas Big Mad He Can’t Force Oklahoma To Kill Richard Glossip
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) For the last five or so weeks, the news has been nothing but throat punch …
ABA Working Group Publishes Guidelines For Responsible AI Use By State And Federal Courts
Newsletters Send Tips Biglaw In-House Counsel Small Law Firms Bonuses AI Legal Beat Legal Technology Podcasts The Jabot Newsletters Search …
The Growing Fight Against Marriage Equality
(Photo by Ted Eytan / Flickr) Marriage equality enjoys widespread support in the United States — the latest Gallup poll …
‘Did I Say That? I Can’t Believe I Said That’: Trump’s Remarks Again Fuel Memory Questions
A federal judge is hammering government lawyers with sharp questions about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s efforts to impose a broad …
Hegseth’s 30-Day Military Trans Ban: Will This Judge’s Questions Block It?
A federal judge is hammering government lawyers with sharp questions about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s efforts to impose a broad …
State, Federal Policies Escalate Attacks on Immigrant Children
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Getting The Best Will Cost You The Most — See Also
No, That’s Not A Typo: Alex Spiro is raking in cash hand over fist! If You Thought Trump Hanging Up …
The Number One Skill For General Counsel
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Axiom’s 2025 Deputy General Counsel Report, …
Is Laying Off 15,000 IRS Employees The Best Way To Improve The Agency’s Efficiency?
Recently, the Trump administration announced that massive layoffs were coming to the IRS. Right now, it is the middle of …
Meet One Of Biglaw’s Most Well-Known $3,000 An Hour Lawyers
Alex Spiro (Photo by Marlena Sloss/Bloomberg via Getty Images) How much do you think it costs to hire one of …
California Bar Exam Managed To Be Even Worse Than Expected
We all knew that this administration of the California bar exam would be a disaster. We just didn’t know how bad …
Tony Buzbee Still Has To Deal With Jay-Z’s Defamation Countersuit
(Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) After Tony Buzbee withdrew an unknown woman’s sexual assault lawsuit against Jay-Z two weeks …
Who Needs Caselaw Anyway?
The new federal deficit is the government’s research deficit. Elon Musk’s aimless cost-cutting escapades turn to the SEC where DOGE …
Texas Broken Bone Lawyers: When the Unexpected Happens
People with strong, healthy bones often take their mobility for granted. They work out, play sports, and go about their …
Law School Ranking Preview Shakes Up The Ranks! — See Also
Yale Is Where You’d Expect, But Check Out Everything Else!: Check to see if you might get an unexpected prestige …
This Biglaw Firm Just Shot Up The Ranking
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the most recent Leopard Law Firm …
AI-Powered Patent Platform Patlytics Raises $14M Series A Round
Patlytics, an AI-powered patent workflow platform founded just last year, said today that it has closed a $14 million Series …
3 Questions For A College Athlete Turned Birdie Girl (Part II)
Last week, I presented Part I of my written interview with Lindzee Barrera, a former Division I college golfer turned …
Latham May Not Be A ‘New York Firm,’ But It Sure Has New York Swagger
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Some of the best law firms in New York …
House GOP: Federal Employees Are ‘Bloated Bureaucrats’ Who ‘Do Not Deserve Their Jobs’
Far-right House Republicans are pushing to impeach federal judges, alleging “high crimes and misdemeanors” in response to rulings that opposed …
Buy One Get One Free Cal Bar Exams!
The February administration of the California bar exam is so broken that they’re offering a free July test to everyone …
Now The GOP’s Going After Their Own Judges When They Do Their Job
If you thought being appointed to the bench by a Republican and having a documented history of measured jurisprudence was …
Lawyer on Survivor: ‘If I Lose, I’m Going to Biglaw’
Committing to expose yourself to both the elements and Jeff Probst for weeks and yet we all know that Biglaw …
The Great Escape: Lawyers Are ‘The Hidden Talent Pool’ In Plain Sight For Nonlegal Roles
Ed. note: This is the second in a series of articles by our friends Neil Handwerker and Kimberly Fine of …
Most State Bars Will Have To Choose Between Diversity Or Dollar Signs
The threat of being defunded is pulling the rug out from under many an organizations’ “steadfast” commitment to diversity, equity, …
NYC Sues FEMA For $80M Smash And Grab Stunt
The Trump administration racked up yet another lawsuit this week thanks to the City of New York. It’s the latest …
A ‘Preview’ Of The U.S. News Law School Rankings (2025)
Prospective law students, current law students, and law school alumni are eagerly awaiting the release of the 2025 U.S. News …
Refusing to Publicly Reveal DOGE Head, White House Says It’s Been ‘Incredibly Transparent’
Far-right House Republicans are pushing to impeach federal judges, alleging “high crimes and misdemeanors” in response to rulings that opposed …
‘Most Unpopular Idea Like Ever’: Dems Slam Speaker Over Budget as Republicans Waver
Far-right House Republicans are pushing to impeach federal judges, alleging “high crimes and misdemeanors” in response to rulings that opposed …
‘Grave Moral Evil’: Republicans Are Moving to Impeach Judges Over Anti-DOGE Rulings
Far-right House Republicans are pushing to impeach federal judges, alleging “high crimes and misdemeanors” in response to rulings that opposed …
H.R. 32 Would Empower President to Cut Essential Services in States and Cities
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
The Role of Employment Lawyers in Unionization Efforts
Unionization efforts can be complex and contentious, involving intricate legal considerations for employees seeking to organize and employers responding to …
Someone’s Gonna Represent Him, But It Ain’t Me — See Also
Anthony Ricco Wants Out Of Representing Diddy: Not sure which straw was the final one, but it’s over. Stop Being …
Leading The Way For Black Women Lawyers
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Who was the first African American female lawyer …
Trump US Attorney Doesn’t Understand Constitution, Basic Grammar
When new AG Pam Bondi informed the DOJ that they were rebranding as Trump’s personal lawyers, it felt like a …
ABA Suspends DEI Accreditation Requirements For Law Schools
Law schools have been stuck between a rock and the Trump administration when it comes to fostering diversity, equity, and …
Is Judge Dale Ho Trying To Punk Paul Clement?
Paul Clement (by Alex Wong/Getty Images) The shenanigans from the Department of Justice in the case against New York City …
DOJ Demands Safe Space After Mean Judge Lady Made Them Sad With All Those Hard Questions
Cue the world’s tiniest violin for the new leadership at the Department of Justice. Government lawyers have made a public …
Top 8 Child Custody Case Mistakes in Texas
Child custody cases are some of the most emotionally charged legal battles. When you’re fighting for time with your children, …
‘Axis of Evil’: U.S. Slammed for Voting with Russia, North Korea Against Ukraine at UN
President Donald Trump’s Friday night firing of the nation’s highest-ranking military official, coupled with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s …
Trump Mass Firings May Be ‘Contrary’ to Law, Watchdog Rules
President Donald Trump’s Friday night firing of the nation’s highest-ranking military official, coupled with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s …
Elena Kagan Wants People To Feel Comfortable About Their Right To Criticize The Supreme Court
(Photo by Rafael Suanes/MCT/Tribune News Service via Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. …
Calling Defendant A Witch Controlling Men With Menstrual Blood Doesn’t Work Out For Prosecutors
One hoped that Justice Alito opening the door to basing constitutional law on the rantings of 17th century witch hunters …
Trendspotting: Biglaw Firms Opening Up Shop In Regional Hotspots
Regional business is booming right now, with top Biglaw firms launching new offices in some of the hottest spots around …
On Honor And Dishonor In 2025
On a Saturday night in October 1973, President Richard Nixon ordered Attorney General Elliott Richardson to fire Special Prosecutor Archibald …
Now Is The Time For Litigation Teams To Adopt AI
Law firms are under immense pressure to handle larger, more complex caseloads while improving efficiency. According to recent research from …
Sean Combs’s Former Lawyer No Longer Arguing Over Whether Diddy Did It
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‘Here’s a Civics Lesson for You’: Stephen Miller Schooled by Democratic Congresswoman
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Morning Docket: 02.24.25
* Judiciary tells its people that they are not required to respond to Elon’s “tell me what you did this …
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Trump’s DOJ Is Busy Breaking Things
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Conquering Conferences: Adding Value In Your Follow-Up
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More Law Firms Should Have Mandatory Retirement Requirements
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DoD Reviewing ‘Non-Essential’ Consultancy Contracts For Termination
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How Flat-Fee Pricing Can Buy Law Moms Time
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‘I’m — We Are the Federal Law’: Trump Blasted for Attack on Dem Governor
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Colleges, Law Schools Need To ‘Make Reasoned Decisions’ Before Taking Rash Steps Concerning DEI Policies
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I think that the creation of chaos certainly seems …
DC Prosecutor Ed Martin Isn’t A Nazi. He Just Really Likes Eagles.
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Linklaters Put AI Through Law Exams
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Dear Federalist Society: It’s Time To Lay Off The Chick-Fil-A
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Disgraced Former Judge Alex Kozinski Primes Pump For Donald Trump Canceling Elections
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Who Gets To Call Themselves A ‘Professional’? Law Professor Breaks Down The Licensing Scheme
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Law Schools Respond To The Executive Threatening To Cut Federal Funding Over DEI
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How Appealing Weekly Roundup
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Trump’s USPS Takeover Plan a ‘Reckless Power Grab’ Endangering Mail-In Voting: Critics
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GOP Budget Reconciliation Plan —Cutting Essential Programs To Supercharge Deportations
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Articles Of Impeachment Against Judge For Grievous Insult Of Doing His Job
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Which member of Congress introduced articles of impeachment …
International Lawyers Of Distinction: Practicing Abroad Is No Longer a Pipe Dream
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Exclusive: SingleFile Raises $9M Series A To Expand Its Corporate Compliance Filing Platform
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Big Changes Are Coming To This Leading Law Firm’s Management Team, Effective Immediately
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. This business is not the way it was 16 …
DOJ Demands To Speak To The Manager About All These Annoying Lawsuits
(image via Getty Images) Everyone knows that TROs aren’t immediately appealable. What this appeal assumes is… maybe they are? The …
Killing The Perfectionist Attorney: Fretzin’s 5 Hacks For Effective Decision-Making
Laura is a sophisticated and well-regarded lawyer practicing in Chicago’s North Shore. With over a decade of experience in employment …
‘Played Like a Fiddle’: RFK Jr. Signals Plan to Renege on Confirmation Commitments
One week after being sworn into office, President Donald Trump’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., …
Former Ninth Circuit Judge Makes Lateral Move To Top 20 Biglaw Firm
(Photo by Bill Clark/Getty Images) Back in 2023, when Judge Paul Watford of the Ninth Circuit announced that he would …
In Response To Viasat Suit, SDA Will Recompete 10-Satellite Award To Tyvak
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Civil Mediation in Texas: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Civil Mediation in Texas: What You Need to Know Mediation has become an integral part of the civil litigation process …
New GC Report Details All The In-House Concerns That Ceased To Matter Around, Say, Inauguration Day
The first installment of The General Counsel Report 2025 reads like something Indiana Jones dusted off from an ancient tomb. …
In ‘AI Smackdown,’ Law Librarians Compare Legal AI Research Platforms, Finding Distinct Strengths And Limitations
How do AI-driven legal research platforms — specifically those that provide direct answers to legal questions — stack up against …
The Next Chapter In Legal Tech Innovation: Introducing Protégé™
February 06, 2025 (4 min read) By Sean Fitzpatrick | CEO, LexisNexis North America, UK, Ireland At LexisNexis®, we work with our …
ChatGPT, Esquire: AI And Law Firm Risk Management With Jeff Cunningham
In Season 9, Episode 4 of “Notes to My (Legal) Self,” I had the pleasure of diving into the world …
Trendwatching: Another Top 50 Biglaw Firm To Shut Down China Office
We may have just celebrated Valentine’s Day, but this Biglaw firm is sparing no love for its Beijing office. That’s …
German Chancellor’s Pushback At Vance Brings US-Euro Tensions Into The Public At Munich
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz addresses delegates at the Munich Security ConferencePhoto: MSC/Tobias Koehler MUNICH — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz received …
Morning Docket: 02.18.25
(Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images) * Eric Adams case finally dropped and it seems like the move …
Philadelphia Law Firms Allow For Remote Work Thanks To Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade
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Navigating Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) in Employment Settings
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) are common in employment contracts, particularly in industries where confidential information is a key asset. These agreements …
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Massive Law Firm Gets Caught Hallucinating Cases
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! Lawyers from which major law firm — ranked …
Which Issues Do Healthcare Leaders Want RFK Jr. To Address?
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Conquering Conferences: Personalization In Your Follow-Ups
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Another MAGA Judge Makes Shocking Legal Argument Hoping To Catch The Attention Of Donald Trump
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Partners Are Eager To Make A Move In This Hot Hiring Market
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Generally, all firms are vulnerable. — Sabina Lippman, firmwide …
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
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3 Ways Your Firm Can Conjure A Cash Flow Miracle
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Elon Musk’s DOGE Can’t Even Secure A Website, Let Alone The Government
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‘Disgust’: Vance’s ‘Disturbing’ Speech Alarms Europe, Sparks Foreign Policy Fears
Thursday afternoon’s meeting between Elon Musk, President Donald Trump’s Director of the Department of Government Efficiency, and Indian Prime Minister …
‘Brazen Criminality’: Allegations of ‘Quid Pro Quo’ Fly After Border Czar’s Admission
Thursday afternoon’s meeting between Elon Musk, President Donald Trump’s Director of the Department of Government Efficiency, and Indian Prime Minister …
The Chilling Effect of Trump’s Indiscriminate Immigration Arrests & Propaganda
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Trump Admin Orders Immediate Mass Firing of Some Federal Workers — 200,000 Possibly at Risk
Elon Musk, the director of President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, appears to be expanding his reach even further. …
‘Corruption’ Claims Fly Over Musk’s Modi Meeting as Trump Shrugs: ‘I Don’t Know’
Elon Musk, the director of President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, appears to be expanding his reach even further. …
Communities Continue to Stand by Immigrants Amidst Fear, Heightened Enforcement
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Actual Versus Artificial Intelligence: A New Kind Of Arms Race?
In dinosaur times, a company called Memorex, which started as a computer tape company in the 1960s, had a commercial …
Thousands Of Lawyers Sign Open Letter To Defend The Rule Of Law From Executive Attack
When Above the Law usually talks about a group of over 2,000+ lawyers getting together to show support, it usually …
NYC Biglaw Associate Compensation Increased By $100K In Just 5 Years
(Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Seeing that growth in …
Tom Goldstein Is Free! For Now.
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Jones Day Partner And Other Biglaw Alums Join Elon Musk’s DOGE
The questionable Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) got a ton of flack in the early days (okay, it was like a …
Top Law School Accidentally Sends Out Hundreds Of Erroneous Acceptance Letters
William & Mary Law School just made a pretty big mistake when it comes to admissions for its incoming class …
Gen Z Lawyer Tells Senior Associate, ‘Nah, You Do That’
Generally speaking, “the kids are all right.” Older generations consistently bitch and moan about young people making the exact same …
Does Your Professional Life Feel Like A Raging Wildfire?
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‘Palpable Harm’: Hegseth Slammed for ‘Screwup’ of ‘Biggest Foreign Policy Issue’
During Wednesday’s DOGE Subcommittee Hearing on Government Waste, House Democrats slammed President Donald Trump’s Director of the Department of Government …
‘Like a Weed’: Must Expands DOGE Plan, Says ‘We Need To Delete Entire Agencies’
During Wednesday’s DOGE Subcommittee Hearing on Government Waste, House Democrats slammed President Donald Trump’s Director of the Department of Government …
How Gibbons’ Approach To GenAI Enhances Client Service
Gibbons is not simply an adopter of technology in service of its clients, it’s a leader. As Gibbons approaches its …
Law Professor Ordered Back In Classroom (Again)
Welcome back again, professor! As ridiculous as this law school professor censorship saga has been, it is a much better …
Federal Judge Rules Legal Research Startup ROSS Infringed Westlaw’s Copyrights, Rejecting Fair Use Defense
In a significant ruling for legal publishing and AI development, a federal judge has granted partial summary judgment to Thomson …
GOP Seeks To Drastically Cut Medicaid Spending — How Are Healthcare Leaders Reacting?
House Republicans introduced a budget plan Wednesday that seeks to cut Medicaid spending by hundreds of billions of dollars. Leaders …
Morning Docket: 02.13.25
* DOJ says it’s going to abandon Humphrey’s Executor. [Reuters] * One of those Blue state courts that Musk complains …
FEMA Steals $80M From NYC, Dares Courts To Do Something About It
The Trump administration had a bad night in Boston followed by a lousy morning in Providence, as two courts gave …
Sonia Sotomayor Wildly Out Of Touch With Trump’s America
(Photo by Allison Shelley/Getty Images) The rule of law, and the judges who uphold it, is under attack by the …
Lawyers Continue To Embrace AI In All The Wrong Ways
The same legal community that considered email a passing fad that could never replace the “intraoffice sweep” has seemingly increasingly …
ABA Defends Rule Of Law Against Entitled Billionaire And Yale Law Grad Who Didn’t Do His Con Law Readings
What is the major difference between a president and a king? Presidents just come from wealth or the right family, …
Alina Habba’s Interesting Take On The Separation Of Powers Sparks Ridicule
(Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Alina, dear, go back …
DHS Seeks IRS Help In Fulfilling Trump’s Promise To Mass Deport Undocumented Migrants
(Photo via Getty Images) On February 7, the new Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem sent a memo to the …
Elon Musk Is Coming For Biglaw
(Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images) It should be abundantly clear by now, but it bears repeating: Elon Musk has no …
Insurer Spending On Lawyers Rather Than, You Know, Healthcare
If United Healthcare considered spending more on a cancer patient and less on lawyers to sue doctors for pointing out …
Texas Industrial Injury Attorneys: Justice After Accidents
Texas is the backbone of American industry. From oil refineries and chemical plants to manufacturing facilities and construction sites, industrial …
‘Not Legal’: Trump May Dissolve Dept. of Education in Days, Democrat Warns
In 1976, during America’s bicentennial, President Gerald Ford became the first president to recognize February as Black History Month. Ten …
The M&A Attorneys Bringing In The Big Bucks
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to Mergerlinks’ annual ranking of the top …
Beauty Is In The AI Of The Beholder
How speed and accuracy benchmarks misrepresent the real value of legal AI Welcome to the era of the AI superlative. …
Associate Who Died In Plane Crash Remembered As ‘Selfless’ And ‘Super, Super Smart’
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. What I just want you to know is she’s …
Biglaw Firm Slams The Door On Salary Transparency, Goes Black Box
There’s often plenty in Biglaw to complain about. But one beacon of positivity is the industry compensation standard, which is …
Tom Goldstein Is Now In Jail, Because Of Course He Is
Well, that didn’t take long. Tom Goldstein, revered Supreme Court litigator turned cautionary tale, has officially traded his D.C. home …
Microsoft’s AI Security Warning: A Battle That Can’t Be Won?
Ed. note: This is the latest in the article series, Cybersecurity: Tips From the Trenches, by our friends at Sensei …
Serial Judge Shopper Elon Musk Rails Against Others Judge Shopping (Which They Aren’t)
(Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) Right-wing agitprop has screamed bloody murder ever since Judge Paul Engelmayer …
After Facing Repeated Trump Threats, Panama Canal Authority Lawyers Up With Top Biglaw Firm
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Donald Trump Reaches Across The Aisle In Most Dystopian Way Possible
(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images) Donald Trump began his second term in office with mass pardons for everyone convicted of …
A Compendium Of Legal Ethics Opinions On Gen AI (As Compiled By – You Guessed It – Gen AI)
This week, I have been experimenting with Deep Research, the AI agent OpenAI released on Sunday that it says is …
Conservatives Call The Manager On The ABA’s Diversity Programs
It really doesn’t take much to get the DEI Police up in arms. Kendrick’s halftime show got slapped with the …
Former Government Officials Offer Job Assistance To Law Students, Lawyers Hit By Trump’s Hiring Freeze
President Donald Trump’s government hiring freeze continues to tank budding lawyers’ career prospects. Not only have third-year law students’ permanent …
3 Questions For A College Athlete Turned Birdie Girl (Part I)
As someone with a tremendous respect for the dedication of athletes to their craft, I always relish the opportunity to …
Senate Republicans Release Budget Plan With $150B More For Defense
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Morning Docket 02.11.25
* All that groveling New York City Mayor Eric Adams did to Donald Trump paid off. [Bloomberg News] * Now …
Milbank Spread The Wealth Through Special Bonuses Because 2024 Was Yet Another Record Financial Year For The Firm
In news that will shock absolutely no one, Milbank absolutely killed it in 2024, hitting record financial results across the …
K&L Gates Responds After Scrubbing Diversity Language From Website
Late last week, we noted that K&L Gates made some edits to the firm website over the last month. Specifically, …
Judge Not Convinced That Trump Admin Violated Court Order By Accident
(Photo via Getty Images) Another day, another courtroom smackdown for the Trump administration. Today’s hiding comes courtesy of Judge John …
Judge Told Trump And Musk To Follow The Law For A Week. They’re Calling It Tyranny.
Is this a tyranny? (Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images) Judge Paul Engelmayer issued a Saturday temporary restraining order blocking Elon …
BREAKING: Tom Goldstein Arrested AGAIN. Feds Claim SCOTUSblog Founder Made Secret Crypto Transactions
When I wrote earlier today that government attorneys suspected Tom Goldstein, co-founder of SCOTUSblog and Supreme Court litigator, was lying …
SCOTUSblog Founder Interfered With Witness, Poses A Flight Risk, According To Prosecutors
Last month, SCOTUSblog co-founder and veteran Supreme Court litigator Tom Goldstein was arrested on a 22-count indictment alleging tax crimes …
The Reaction When Trump Proposes To Nuke Gaza
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) Imagine a press conference during which President Donald Trump makes this surprising announcement: “If the situation …
Milbank Spread The Wealth Through Special Bonuses Because 2024 Was Yet Another Record Financial Year For The Firm
In news that will shock absolutely no one, Milbank absolutely killed it in 2024, hitting record financial results across the …
Luigi Mangione Pulls $300K From Grassroots Funds To Bolster His Case
(Photo by Curtis Means-Pool/Getty Images) Money isn’t easy to come by. With public meltdowns over the prices of eggs, the …
Gen AI: Your Legal Research Assistant, Not Your Replacement
There’s a lot of buzz surrounding AI legal assistants. Are they coming for your job? No. But they will streamline …
Empirical Evidence On The Impact Of AI In Law: Insights From Professor Daniel Schwarcz
When Professor Daniel Schwarcz talks about AI in law, it’s clear you’re hearing from someone deeply passionate and incredibly informed. …
What’s A Biglaw Partner To Do After Retirement? Referee The Super Bowl, Of Course
Referee Ron Torbert (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) Ron Torbert is no stranger to high-pressure situations. The Harvard Law grad …
Could The Trump Administration Change The Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program?
In his first month as president, Donald Trump and his administration have gleefully dismantled many of former President Joe Biden’s …
Morning Docket: 02.10.25
* Return to office push taking a mental toll on lawyers. [Law.com] * Trump administration blocking federal funds set to …
This Law School Admissions Cycle Will Be Incredibly Tough Thanks To Surge In ‘Really Strong’ Applicants
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. One of the things I’m thinking about, we’re turning …
Elite Biglaw Firm Swoops In To The Rescue, Offering Pro Bono Legal Work For LA FireAid Benefit Concert
(Photo by ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Southern California communities ravaged by life-threatening wildfires now have a Biglaw firm to …
‘People Are Really Angry’: Fury Over Musk and DOGE Triggers Spike in Calls to Congress
Vice President JD Vance is under fire after encouraging Department of Government Efficiency head Elon Musk to re-hire the 25-year …
‘Bring Him Back’: JD Vance Wants Musk to Rehire 25 Year Old DOGE ‘Kid’ After Racist Posts
Vice President JD Vance is under fire after encouraging Department of Government Efficiency head Elon Musk to re-hire the 25-year …
Sending Migrants to Guantánamo Bay Is a Costly, Abusive Shift in Immigration Detention
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Breaking Down Trump’s Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Texas Divorce Discovery Rules: What Gets Turned Over?
If you are in the process of divorce, you may be surprised to learn that the law requires you to …
Trump Inherits Biden’s ‘Astonishing’ Jobs Legacy, But Prices Are Now Climbing on His Watch
The January jobs report has been released, showing unemployment remaining near historic lows. As President Donald Trump takes over, he …
Pam Bondi Quietly Disbands DOJ Task Force Targeting Russian Oligarchs
News Published 12 hours ago on February 6, 2025 In a “meandering” speech filled with off-script jokes, recycled campaign lines, …
How to Challenge a Wrongful Termination in New York: A Step-by-Step Guide
Losing a job can be stressful, but you may have legal options if you believe your termination was unlawful. Wrongful …
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The Grass Is Still Greener On The In-House Side
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to the 2025 Law360 Pulse In-House Counsel …
Why Value-Based Pricing Is Here To Stay
As we step into 2025, the legal operations landscape continues a transformation anchored by a simple question: What does value …
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Access to justice is at risk. If you’ve been paying attention, you know this isn’t a new issue. Nonprofits that …
Biglaw’s Pre-Recruiting Could Easily Have A ‘Negative’ Effect On Law Students
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The decisions being made by law firms with regard …
Former Biglaw Associate Turned Influencer’s Fashion Choices Are a Shield Against Defamation Claims
Brittany Courville has had an interesting career path. The University of Pennsylvania Law grad began her legal career at Winston …
Donna Adelson Moved To Protective Custody
Chronicling the Adelson trial has had its fair share of clever legal arguments and delays, but this development happened out …
Elite Biglaw Firm Swoops In To The Rescue, Offering Pro Bono Legal Work For LA FireAid Benefit Concert
(Photo by ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Southern California communities ravaged by life-threatening wildfires now have a Biglaw firm to …
The Motherhood Penalty And The Practice Of Law
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Justice Department Rebrands As Trump’s Personal Law Firm
(Photo by Yuki Iwamura-Pool/Getty Images) Well, they made it official: The Justice Department no longer serves the United States, it …
Top Biglaw Firm Unveils U.S. Financial Losses Ahead Of Transatlantic Merger That Will Create A $2B Megafirm
The highly anticipated transatlantic merger between U.K.-based Herbert Smith Freehills — No. 34 on the Global 200 — and New …
Litera Adds Dash Of Peppermint
In the least surprising news of the day, Litera has acquired a company. Litera’s strategic vision — sometimes more like …
‘Precision Med Has Evolved As Badly As I Expected’ And Other Takeaways From Former FDA Commissioner At PMWC
Former Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf was in Silicon Valley to receive an award from the Precision Medicine …
Morning Docket: 02.06.25
* Musk-Trump “early retirement” deal includes waiver of any rights to bring a suit about the contract itself. Making it …
Today’s Experiment With OpenAI’s Deep Research: Picking The Best Cloud-Based Law Practice Management Software For A Small Law Firm
As I noted yesterday, over the weekend, OpenAI released Deep Research, an AI agent capable of completing multi-step research tasks and …
Democrats Vow to Hold the Floor ‘All Night’ to Block Trump ‘Project 2025’ Nominee
As President Donald Trump and Elon Musk attempt to systematically dismantle the United States government, agency by agency, they are …
‘Demagoguery’: Comer and Republicans Melt Down When Democrat Tries to Subpoena Musk
As President Donald Trump and Elon Musk attempt to systematically dismantle the United States government, agency by agency, they are …
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New York Attorney General Tish James Takes Big Swing Against Donald Trump’s Transgender Care Executive Order
Regardless of the availability of federal funding, we write to further remind you of your obligations to comply with New …
Former Biglaw Partner Loses Appeal On Crypto Scam Conviction
Former Locke Lord partner, Mark Scott, was convicted in 2019 on federal conspiracy to commit bank fraud and conspiracy to launder …
What Is OpenAI’s Powerful New Deep Research Tool Capable Of? I Use It To Analyze The Legality Of President Trump’s Pause Of Federal Grants
Over the weekend, OpenAI released Deep Research, an AI agent capable of completing multi-step research tasks and synthesizing large amounts …
Trump’s FBI Purge Steps Up A Notch
The Trump administration already freed everyone jailed over the January 6 MAGA-rally-turned-Mike-Pence-assassination-effort and has turned its attention to purging the …
Helping Hands: The Value Proposition Of Remote Work For Law Firms
After long years of looking askance at remote workers, the pandemic forced law firm managers to reconsider that stance. Now, …
Benchslapped! Federal Judge Does Not Take Kindly To Litigation Via Press Release
Even someone chronically online that tries to balance media consumption between terrifying governmental changes and celebrity content may not have …
D.C. Appellate Court Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore Keeps Up The Delay Gambit To Prevent Pauline Newman From Working
So much of the coverage on Pauline Newman’s ordeal with her court focuses on distractions from the heart of the …
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(Image via Getty) When most product teams hear the word “regulations,” they don’t exactly cheer. For many, it feels like …
A Guide to Ensuring IOLTA Account Compliance
Properly setting up and managing IOLTA accounts helps prevent the risk of being disbarred and ensures your current and prospective …
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Congratulations to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose tweets made it into yet another legal filing yesterday. This is …
Former Biglaw Partner Loses Appeal On Crypto Scam Conviction
Former Locke Lord partner, Mark Scott, was convicted in 2019 on federal conspiracy to commit bank fraud and conspiracy to launder …
Murder Case Study: Fort Worth Man Found ‘Not Guilty’ in Friend’s Death
On February 4, 2025, a Tarrant County jury acquitted a Fort Worth man accused of murder in the fatal stabbing …
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‘Blind to What’s Happening on His Watch’: Rubio Slammed After ‘Cheap Shot’ at Aid Groups
Democratic members of the U.S. House and Senate were reportedly blocked on Monday from entering the Washington, D.C. offices of …
‘You Will Have Blood on Your Hands’: GOP Senator, a Physician, Condemned for RFK Jr. Vote
Democratic members of the U.S. House and Senate were reportedly blocked on Monday from entering the Washington, D.C. offices of …
The Role of Employment Lawyers in Workplace Mental Health Initiatives
Workplace mental health is no longer just a personal concern—it’s a business imperative. Employees are the heart of any company; …
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Democratic members of the U.S. House and Senate were reportedly blocked on Monday from entering the Washington, D.C. offices of …
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Yale Law School — no stranger to clerkship controversies — has stooped to new lows in its quest to funnel …
AI, IP, And Your Healthcare: And You Thought The Doctor’s Exam Was Intrusive!
Imagine pulling up to a new restaurant on Friday night. It has had wonderful reviews, and you are excited to …
Morning Docket: 01.14.25
* Special counsel report on January 6 says that there was enough evidence to convict Trump… which the media are …
‘Loyalty to a Tyrant’: Cheney Invokes Jack Smith’s Report to Warn Senate on Trump Nominees
News Published 23 hours ago on January 13, 2025 A freshman Republican Senator is promoting an unusual interpretation of the …
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South Carolina Lawyer Accused Of Recording Renters At His Rental Unit
Check your rental before you get too comfortable. The post South Carolina Lawyer Accused Of Recording Renters At His Rental …
It Really, *REALLY* Pays To Be Apple’s Top Lawyer
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It’s Up To Us, The Powerless
(Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) Everybody who has real power is capitulating. Jeff Bezos, the second-richest guy in the world, …
LA Mayor a ‘Communist’ Alleges Fox News Host With Ties to Trump Nominee
News Published 3 days ago on January 10, 2025 House Republicans are circulating a “menu” of options that Speaker Mike …
Biglaw Partner Shares Heartbreaking Thoughts On Loss Of Her Home To California Wildfires
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Judge Cannon Exercises Restraint By Slicing Special Counsel Baby In Half
Aileen Cannon Judge Aileen Cannon woke up this morning and decided that she’d be only half lawless. Which is an …
Sex, Lies, And Deepfakes: CES Panel Paints A Scary Portrait
The 2025 CES trade show in Las Vegas. (Photo by Zhang Shuo/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images) Lies. Scams. Disinformation. …
Ordering Feuding Lawyers To Have Lunch Together… Totally Worked?
Chief Judge R. David Proctor of the Northern District of Alabama, go ahead and take your victory lap. Frustrated by …
Prosecutors Seek Jail Time For Oath Keepers General Counsel
Back in 2022, general counsel of the far-right militia Oath Keepers, Kellye SoRelle, was indicted on four federal counts including …
ProPublica Streamlines Finding Out Who Bought Your Favorite Supreme Court Justice!
(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images… with slight edit) The black robes of the Supreme Court justices have a lot of …
California Biglaw Firms Rally To Support Colleagues, Communities Devastated By Wildfires
(Photo by ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images) Southern California continues to be ravaged by life-threatening wildfires, and Biglaw firms across …
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How to make the right decision, and why there might be another way to shape a fulfilling legal career on …
Typo More Honest About Sullivan & Cromwell’s Hours Than Intended
Sullivan & Cromwell are going back to a five-day office work week, bucking the post-pandemic trend among Biglaw firms opting …
Senator Suggests Unusual Interpretation of ‘Advice and Consent’ Responsibility
News Published 3 days ago on January 10, 2025 House Republicans are circulating a “menu” of options that Speaker Mike …
Wildfire Relief Tied to Debt Ceiling? Trump, GOP Spark Outrage After Mar-a-Lago Meeting
News Published 3 days ago on January 10, 2025 House Republicans are circulating a “menu” of options that Speaker Mike …
Morning Docket: 01.13.25
* Will the rest of the Big 4 follow KPMG’s lead into legal services? [American Lawyer] * Associates getting squeezed …
Filing Suggests Google Paying Amici To Flood Docket With More Briefs
Searching the docket in Epic Games v. Google is a lot like using Google these days: everything you want is …
Felon Shows No Remorse At Sentencing Hearing On 34 Counts
(Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images) This morning Donald Trump got sentenced to a big old NOTHING, and boy …
UB Greensfelder’s Managing Partner Shares Insights On What A Successful Law Firm Merger Looks Like
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There’s No Place Like Your Biglaw Home
Former top S.D.N.Y. prosecutor is headed back to Paul Weiss. The post There’s No Place Like Your Biglaw Home appeared …
How I Turned Turned Customer Complaints Into A Competitive Edge As An In-House Lawyer
Don’t shy away from legal challenges — treat them as blueprints for improvement. The post How I Turned Turned Customer …
Compensation Scorecard: More Money For Small Firm Lawyers
Annual pay continues to climb for solo practitioners and lawyers at small law firms, according to ATL’s 2024 Solo & …
Meta’s Moderation Modifications Mean Anti-LGBTQ Speech Is Welcome, While Pro-LGBTQ Speech Is Not
(Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images) On Monday, Taylor Lorenz posted a telling story about how Meta has been suppressing access to …
Healthcare AI Company Rakes In $275M, Kicking Off What Will Likely Be Another Hot Year For AI Funding
Investors predicted that 2025 would be a big year for healthcare AI fundraising, and this forecast already seems to be …
Amicable Divorce Checklist for a Texas Divorce
What is an Amicable Divorce? An amicable divorce, also known as an uncontested divorce or agreed divorce in Texas, occurs …
Morning Docket: 01.10.24
* Supreme Court rejects Trump’s attempt to halt New York state law sentencing on “president-elect immunity.” There’s no rule requiring …
‘45, 47, Felon’: Trump Sentenced But Expert Warns ‘Now the Gloves Could Come Off’
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Bonuses Are Still Coming In! — See Also
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The Associate Tier Is Shrinking At Top Biglaw Firms
Things have changed a bunch over the last 15 years. The post The Associate Tier Is Shrinking At Top Biglaw …
Former Judge Gets Combative When Pressed On His Romantic Relationship
Probably because he continued to hear cases involving his romantic interest and her firm. The post Former Judge Gets Combative …
NextGen Secures Huge State In Its Race For Mass Adoption
Congestion pricing isn’t the only big change in New York! The post NextGen Secures Huge State In Its Race For …
With Launch Of ‘Playbooks,’ Gen AI Company Spellbook Expands Into In-House Legal Market
Spellbook, the company that introduced the first generative AI copilot for contract drafting and review in 2022, and that last …
What I Learned At CES About Law Practice Management
Attendees at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. (Photo by Bridget Bennett/Bloomberg via Getty Images) As you can imagine, there are …
Say Hello To The First Biglaw Firm To Close An Office In China In 2025
New year, new departure! U.S.-based Biglaw firms are continuing to reduce their presence in China. Today, we have news of …
Judge Wears VR Headset To View Defendant’s Account Of Events And What Fresh Hell Is This?
Screencap from WPLG 10 YouTube channel In a new dystopian hell unleashed upon the country from — *checks notes unnecessarily* …
Top 20 Biglaw Firm Announces Bonus Structure For Associates
We may be beyond the time that Larry David believes it’s acceptable to wish someone a happy new year, but …
The Great Escape: Nonlegal Careers For Lawyers
Are you a lawyer interested in moving to a nonlegal career? Start that journey here. The post The Great Escape: …
Sam Alito Offers Flimsy Excuse For Conversation With Donald Trump
(Photo by Ali Shaker/VOA) Donald Trump just asked the Supreme Court to intervene in his New York state criminal case …
‘MAGA Friendly’ Fetterman Blasted for Accepting Trump Mar-a-Lago Invite
Less than two weeks before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump took time on Wednesday to criticize—four times—California Governor Gavin Newsom, …
Alito’s ‘Unmistakable Breach’ Warrants Recusal in Trump Case: Judicial Policy Expert
Less than two weeks before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump took time on Wednesday to criticize—four times—California Governor Gavin Newsom, …
‘All Eyes on SCOTUS’ After Trump Loses Sentencing Bid at Top NY Court
Less than two weeks before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump took time on Wednesday to criticize—four times—California Governor Gavin Newsom, …
Your Money Or Your Rights — See Also
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Looks Like Someone Is Willing To Hold Rudy Giuliani Accountable
Stonewalling discovery is generally frowned upon. onJanuary 7, 2025 at 7:01 PMJanuary 7, 2025 at 2:12 PM (Photo by Anna …
What Lawyers Can Learn From CES 2025: Trends That Matter
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5 Fretzin Hacks When Attempting Legal Business Development
Winging it is not a strategy. The post 5 Fretzin Hacks When Attempting Legal Business Development appeared first on Above …
Obvious Disagreement
Welcome to 2025, which I hope will be a year of accomplishment and good health for the entire ATL readership. …
The Flexible Future Of Legal: Why ALSPs Are More Than ‘Alternative’
They bring flexibility, expertise, and innovation to the table. The post The Flexible Future Of Legal: Why ALSPs Are More …
Sonia Sotomayor Gets A School Named In Her Honor
(Photo by ERIN SCHAFF/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I have …
Judge Cannon Is Back On Her Bullshit
Aileen Cannon This morning, a US District judge ordered the attorney general of the United States to violate federal law. …
‘If We Were to Happen to Go to War With China’: Tuberville Backs Trump on Panama Canal
Special Counsel Jack Smith, set to leave his office before Donald Trump is sworn in as President in less than …
‘Bananas’: Congressman Asks How Trump’s ‘Insane’ Threats Benefit Americans Economically
Special Counsel Jack Smith, set to leave his office before Donald Trump is sworn in as President in less than …
Morning Docket: 01.07.24
(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) * Rudy Giuliani held in contempt of court as part of the “find out” phase. …
New Year, Same Clarence Thomas — See Also
Don’t Expect “Following The Law” To Be On His Resolution List: More failure to disclose stuff. Some Of The Worst …
Biglaw Firm Had A Banger Year In M&A
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What Was The Worst Supreme Court Decision Of 2024?
Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty Images There were some very surprising legal …
Top 25 Biglaw Firm Announces Milbank Match — But Only For Associates In Major Market Offices
Biglaw firms continue to spread the wealth to associates across the country after a successful financial year by announcing matches …
FDA Wraps Up 2024 Handing Out Several Notable Regulatory Decisions
For many people, the end of the year is a mad rush to wrap things up before the holidays, and …
Morning Docket: 01.03.24
* Judicial Conference ends Thomas probe with a shrug. [Law360] * Sixth Circuit strikes down net neutrality rules because offering …
Texas AG Paxton Invents Scourge Of Trans Athletes For NCAA Trollsuit
Ken Paxton knows WHAT IS WOMAN. The post Texas AG Paxton Invents Scourge Of Trans Athletes For NCAA Trollsuit appeared …
Trump Poised To Flip Third Circuit
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) With the holiday season truly over, reality is careening towards the second Trump presidency at …
The Most Searched For Biglaw Firms (2024)
What did your firm do last year that made people search for it over and over again? The post The …
ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Winner! (2024)
Congratulations to the worthy winner of our sixteenth annual law firm holiday card contest! The post ATL Holiday Card Contest: …
The 2024 Outside Counsel Rankings: Top Law Firms By Type of Organization
As we complete the rollout of our 2024 Outside Counsel Rankings, we focus this week on the law firms rated …
Chief Justice John Roberts Thinks You’re Stupid And He’s Probably Right
(Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) As Chief Justice of the United States, John Roberts prepares a year-end report, ostensibly to …
The Future Of Legal: Will Prompting Be A Core Skill? Insights From Laura Jeffords Greenberg.
Laura Jeffords Greenberg isn’t just an innovative legal mind; she’s a champion of transforming how legal teams operate in the …
Defense Industry Could See Big Shakeup Under Trump: 2025 Preview
President Donald Trump had a hands-on approach with the defense industry during his first administration. This time? Don’t rule it …
What is Organized Retail Theft in Texas?
Shoppers love it when stores have stocked their shelves with the latest and greatest merchandise — but they attract more …
Republicans Use New Year’s Attacks to Push Border Narrative and Fast-Track Trump Nominees
President-elect Donald Trump, in an angry midnight rant, criticized the United States on multiple fronts and called for the Central …
Trump Calls for CIA to Act Inside US, Raising Legal Concerns, During Midnight Tirade
President-elect Donald Trump, in an angry midnight rant, criticized the United States on multiple fronts and called for the Central …
Ex-NYPD Cop Sex Scandal
The allegations of this case reveal a pattern of abuse of power by former NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey. …
Morning Docket: 01.02.25
* Bird Flu epidemic has people worried about Trump’s incoming HHS regime under RFK Jr. But maybe crystals and burning …
Florida Man Stiffs Athletes With Fake NIL Promises According To Player Suit
Florida (State) Man, that is. The post Florida Man Stiffs Athletes With Fake NIL Promises According To Player Suit appeared …
How To Build Your Law Firm’s Online Profile
If your web presence is sort of . . . absent — get yourself together by listening to this episode …
Morning Docket: 12.31.24
* Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are now divorced… 8 years after the fact. [CNN] * Trump’s TikTok brief is… …
Trump Claims Dems Will Use ‘All Sorts of Tricks’ to Stall Controversial Nominees
News Published 21 hours ago on December 30, 2024 About 23,000 people around the world are going to have a …
Bad PR Works! — See Also
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The Name Of The Bowl Game Sure Sounds Familiar…
Maybe not as well known as the Pop-Tart Bowl, but lawyers know what’s up. The post The Name Of The …
Healthcare Providers Lose Nearly $2M Per Day Due To Cyberattack-Induced Downtime
Healthcare organizations in the U.S. lose an average of $1.9 million during each day of downtime following a ransomware attack, …
Trump Attempt To Grab ‘Em By The Abuse Of Discretion Fails At Second Circuit
(Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) This morning the Second Circuit affirmed once again that the incoming president is a serial …
Biglaw, Big Changes: Partners With ‘Different Leadership Skills’ Take The Reins At Top Firms
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Change is happening faster than ever in the industry …
Legalytics Deep Dive #2: The Changing Face of Supreme Court Oral Arguments
(Photo by Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States via Getty Images) Perhaps more than any other Supreme …
Bernie Madoff Victims Get Final $131.4 Million Payout From Justice Department
News Published 7 hours ago on December 30, 2024 Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) may not be speaker …
Only One-Third of Americans Think 2025 Will See Country Improve
News Published 7 hours ago on December 30, 2024 Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) may not be speaker …
Trend Alert: Biglaw Firms That Stiffed Associates On Special Bonuses Reverse Course
When it comes to associate compensation, Biglaw is very much an industry of follow the leader. So when Milbank set …
Morning Docket: 12.30.24
* Trump asks Supreme Court to halt TikTok ban. [Law360] * Lawmakers question new judiciary travel disclosure rules that seek …
#1 Fort Worth Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer
Fort Worth Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer At Varghese Summersett, we know just how devastating a slip and fall accident …
Former UnitedHealthcare Employee Says Supervisors Laughed While She Cried About Denying Claims
CORRUPTION Published 4 months ago on September 3, 2024 Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue two large, Democratic-leaning …
Trump’s Mike Johnson Endorsement Treats Embattled Speaker Like Afterthought
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) may not be speaker after Friday’s vote—though he did get the nod from …
Trump Loses E. Jean Carroll Appeal Two Days After Sharing Meme Saying She Should Be Jailed
CRIME Published 6 months ago on June 28, 2024 After two Uvalde cops were charged over their botched response to …
Fight DWI Breath Test in Texas
Challenging the Intoxilyzer 9000: How to Fight DWI Breath Test in Texas The rise in DWI cases across Texas has …
Happy Holidays! — See Also
Christmas Eve Bonuses!: Massumi + Consoli! Who Is The Lawyer Of The Year?: You decide! Contest runs to December 31st. …
Happy Holidays To Our Advertisers!
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And You Thought You Hated Christmas…
Banning Christmas used to be a thing. The post And You Thought You Hated Christmas… appeared first on Above the …
How to Read a Texas Crash Report
There are two types of crash reports in Texas: the Driver’s Crash Report (CR-2) for self-reported accidents or the Peace …
Morning Docket: 12.26.24
* Arkansas book ban runs afoul of Constitution… for now. [Reuters] * Federal judge in trouble for speaking to “politically …
Bonuses Before The Holidays! — See Also
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Lawyers Doing Good — Christmas Movie Edition
Above The Law In your inbox Subscribe and get breaking news, commentary, and opinions on law firms, lawyers, law schools, …
5.6 Million Patients’ Data Stolen During Ascension’s Ransomware Attack Earlier This Year
The cyberattack that Ascension suffered in May resulted in the exposure of 5.6 million patients’ personal and health information, according …
The Disappointing ‘Cascade Effect’ A Lack Of Diversity Could Have On The Legal Profession
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. The data is concerning to me. It’s the start …
New Jersey Third State to Ban Banning Books From Libraries
President Joe Biden said he “strongly opposes” a section of a bill that would strip funding for gender care for …
Mass Deportations Will Undermine Our Safety
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Is My Employment Agreement Fair? Red Flags to Look Out For
Employment agreements set the tone for your work relationship, but not all terms are fair or in your best interest. …
How to Identify the Warning Signs of a Hostile Work Environment
A hostile work environment can significantly affect your mental health, job performance, and overall well-being. Spotting the warning signs of …
Is Travel Time During Holiday Events Considered Work Time?
The holiday season often includes company events and parties, and many employees wonder if travel time to these events counts …
Trump Lawyer Hints That Simon & Schuster Should ‘Express Contrition’ Like ABC
Motion for You Should Really Comply in Advance. The post Trump Lawyer Hints That Simon & Schuster Should ‘Express Contrition’ …
Biglaw Associates Must Know By Now That Boutique Firms Are Where The Real Money Is
Pssst! Hey, you! You can make much more money at a boutique! The post Biglaw Associates Must Know By Now …
Navigating A Nonlinear Path: 3 Unusual Lessons For Foreign-Trained Lawyers Building A Career In The US
Recently, I had a fascinating conversation with Flavia Naves, an accomplished lawyer who transformed her LLB from Brazil into a …
Lawyer Walks Right Off Job After Fee Cut From $200/Hour To $15/Hour
Well, technically the cut hadn’t been finalized yet, but the point remains. The post Lawyer Walks Right Off Job After …
Fifth Circuit’s James Ho Wants To Make Sure Everyone (But Mostly Donald Trump) Knows He’s The Most Conservative Of Conservative Judges
This is the judicial version of updating your resume. The post Fifth Circuit’s James Ho Wants To Make Sure Everyone …
Officially Unethical To Suggest Sam Alito Is Unethical
Being a Supreme Court justice means never having to say you’re sorry… but everyone else has to apologize to you. …
Lawyers Who Do Lunch
Bringing new meaning to the court’s order. The post Lawyers Who Do Lunch appeared first on Above the Law.
Trumpy Claus And Krampus Musk’s Christmas Gifts: A Few Ideas That Are Actually Good (Albeit Unoriginal)
Back in 2010, I was in law school, discovering, to my great surprise, that I actually liked the class Federal …
Everything’s Bigger In Texas, Including The Law Firm Bonuses
We absolutely love it when law firms keep it cool by matching Milbank’s generous year-end bonus scale… or in this …
Rep. Pat Fallon Introducing Bill To Block DoD IT Contracts With Chinese Entities (Exclusive)
Keyboard with China flag key (Getty images) WASHINGTON — Texas Republican Rep. Pat Fallon plans to introduce a bill today …
Trump Orders Senate GOP to Not ‘Fast-Track’ Confirmations — Will Some Nominees Change?
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes the rounds on Capitol Hill, talking this week with Republican senators about his contentious …
Gaetz Rages at Secret Vote to Release Ethics Report, Insists He Was ‘Fully Exonerated’
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes the rounds on Capitol Hill, talking this week with Republican senators about his contentious …
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Top 20 Biglaw Firm Opts Out Of Treating Their Associates Special: Just the base bonuses. Folks are pissed. This Small …
Donald Trump Sues Yet Another Media Outlet For Tortious Journalism-ing
The First Amendment protects speech. But journalism is “merchandise,” okay? The post Donald Trump Sues Yet Another Media Outlet For …
The New And Improved Bar Exam Is Gaining A Lot Of Steam
Above The Law In your inbox Subscribe and get breaking news, commentary, and opinions on law firms, lawyers, law schools, …
Conservatives HOPPING MAD Over Justice Jackson’s Broadway Cameo
(Image via Getty) Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, who once out-acted Matt Damon, took a turn on Broadway recently, with a …
Boutique Litigation Firm Announces Above Market Bonuses!
Take a gander at the scale! The post Boutique Litigation Firm Announces Above Market Bonuses! appeared first on Above the …
Why Aren’t More Democrats Speaking Out Against RFK Jr.’s HHS Nomination?
Medical experts, including Donald Trump’s first-term Surgeon General, are questioning Robert F. Kennedy Jr.‘s nomination for Secretary of Health and …
NLRB Ruling On Love is Blind
Breaking News: Reality TV Contestants Gain Employee Status In a groundbreaking decision, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has ruled …
ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Finalists! (2024)
Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2024? Cast your vote! The post ATL Holiday Card …
Biglaw Firm Offers Extra Bonus Money If You Put The Work In!
Not every firm is just matching — some really make you work for it! Quinn Emanuel is one of them. …
Biglaw Ugly Sweater Contest Gets Intense
Seward & Kissel never shies away from bringing a little irreverence to its otherwise buttoned-up world. In an era marked …
Some Trump Holiday Cheer
(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) To my sane friends — that is, the ones who voted against Trump — here’s …
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7 Tech Challenges Facing Financial Services Law Departments [Sponsored]
Though it may seem like centuries ago, it was only November 2022 when the launch of ChatGPT made harnessing AI …
Senators, Representatives Introduce Bill That Would Ban Joint Ownership Of PBMs And Pharmacies
U.S. senators and representatives introduced a bill on Wednesday that aims to prohibit the combined ownership of pharmacy benefit managers …
Elite Trial Boutique Wows Associates With Bonuses That Are 175% Above The Milbank Scale
Biglaw and boutique firms alike continue to match — and in some cases, offer cash in addition to — Milbank’s …
Morning Docket: 12.16.24
(Photo by Kurt Hutton/Picture Post/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) * The backlash against RFK Jr.’s lawyer for trying to make iron lungs …
‘Should Be Looked At’: Trump Again Speaks Against Mandates for Childhood Diseases Vaccines
Steve Bannon, the “far-right political provocateur,” strategist, podcaster, and longtime Trump advisor, over the weekend suggested that the President-elect should …
‘Trump ’28, Come on, Man!’: Bannon Calls for Third Term
Steve Bannon, the “far-right political provocateur,” strategist, podcaster, and longtime Trump advisor, over the weekend suggested that the President-elect should …
Can a Divorce Be Sealed in Texas? Sealing Divorce Records
Going through a divorce is difficult enough without worrying about your personal information becoming public record. While Texas courts generally …
$330K Bonuses!? – See Also
Boutiques Are Where It’s At!: Healthcare firm Gjerset & Lorenz takes care of their associates, Cohen Ziffer pays out bonuses …
Clarence Thomas’s Long History Of Keeping Quiet
Above The Law In your inbox Subscribe and get breaking news, commentary, and opinions on law firms, lawyers, law schools, …
Rudy Giuliani Courts The Death Penalty (Sanctions)
Again. The post Rudy Giuliani Courts The Death Penalty (Sanctions) appeared first on Above the Law.
Is Your Firm ‘Exposed’? It May Be Time To Seek Out A Merger — Or Else…
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. Any firm that is New York-centric and under $1 …
Lawyers Should Own Up To Their Paralegals’ Mistakes
Lawyers often rely on a number of legal professionals in order to more efficiently complete legal tasks. Many lawyers employ …
Biden Commutes Scumbag Former Judge’s Sentence
(Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) There are a lot of innocent people imprisoned in the federal prison system. Sometimes the …
Stat(s) Of The Week: Lawyers’ Happy Place
Lawyers who work in boutique firms tend to be happier than those who practice at Am Law 100 firms, according …
What is Organized Retail Theft in Texas?
With holiday shopping in full swing, stores have stocked their shelves with the latest and greatest gifts—but they attract more …
‘Inconvenient’: Trump Wants to Kill Daylight Saving Time
Saying he will be the one to decide—in consultation with anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr.—which vaccines the federal government …
University of North Dakota Law School Aims To Avoid Deficit By Raising Tuition
The business of education is still a business! The post University of North Dakota Law School Aims To Avoid Deficit …
Active Or Inactive?
I blew through a drop dead date, fortunately one that wasn’t a statute of limitations, but rather a personal deadline. …
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Bonus Money Makes Associates Very Merry: Selendy Gay blows past the market! Meeting The Market Also Gets You On The …
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Matt Gaetz’s Next Act Might Be Unexpected
This would be in addition to his announced new role as host on One America News Network. onDecember 12, 2024 …
Associates Miffed Over Special Bonuses That Aren’t Very Special
If you want top dollar, you best have billed a bunch. The post Associates Miffed Over Special Bonuses That Aren’t …
Elite Litigation Boutique Announces Mega-Bonuses For Associates, Completely Blowing Away The Market Rate
While Biglaw firms are scrambling to match Milbank’s generous year-end and special bonuses, boutique firms really mean business when it …
Attorneys Redact Everything Except Articles & Prepositions… Judge Is Less Than Pleased
A redaction themed benchslap. The post Attorneys Redact Everything Except Articles & Prepositions… Judge Is Less Than Pleased appeared first …
When It Comes To Bonuses, Better Later(s) Than Never
We’ve been riding the bonus wave for a few weeks now and — more or less — meeting the market. …
Top 50 Biglaw Firm Hands Out Year-End Bonuses But Associates Are Left Without Special Bonuses
Biglaw bonuses this year are arriving in two varieties. There are the more standard year-end bonuses, and the special bonuses …
‘Bad Idea’: Trump’s Plan to Cut Vaccines He Deems ‘Dangerous’ Met With Concern by Experts
Despite public opinion polls that find the majority of Americans support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, the incoming …
University of North Dakota Law School Aims To Avoid Deficit By Raising Tuition
The business of education is still a business! The post University of North Dakota Law School Aims To Avoid Deficit …
Top 10 Biglaw Firm Promotes Largest Combined Class Of Partners And Counsel Ever
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. This combined group of 65 lawyers is the largest …
Redefining Legal Success In-House: 3 Unusual Ways To Innovate Your Career Path
Brittany Becker’s insights stem from her diverse experience as a first-generation college student, a public defender, and now a product …
Former Legal Tech Company President Sentenced To 120 Years In Prison For Child Porn
The former president of legal document management company Worldox has been sentenced by a court in Arizona to 120 years …
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How The New Lexis+ AI App Empowers Lawyers On The Go [Sponsored]
Maybe you’re answering a difficult question while on your way to a client meeting, or maybe you’re navigating a court …
Slain Judge Accused Of ‘Running A Brothel Out Of That Courtroom’
Mickey Stines Earlier this year, Letcher County, Kentucky, was rocked by the shocking shooting death of District Judge Kevin D. …
Top 25 Biglaw Firm Makes Associates Very Merry With Big Holiday Bonus Checks
The winter holidays are just around the corner, but Biglaw firms still have ample time to give their associates the …
House Passes $884B NDAA Despite Transgender Care Ban Controversy
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Morning Docket: 12.12.24
* After getting called out for his record low pardon rate, Joe Biden pardons 1500 people in one day. He …
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Did The Hawk Tuah Girl Spit On Investors With Her Failed Cryptocurrency? And How Can Investors Get Their Money Back?
Until someone issues refunds or gets a court judgment, what can investors do to minimize their losses? The post Did …
Jones Day Continues To Corner The Market On Supreme Court Clerks, With $450K+ Signing Bonuses Up For Grabs
(Photo by Staci Zaretsky) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. A Supreme Court clerkship is …
The Onion Gets Peeled
No, we can’t have nice things. The post The Onion Gets Peeled appeared first on Above the Law.
Prosecutor Says She Was Pressured To Send Disgraced Judge Nude Photos
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Biglaw Firm Announces Associate Raises For The Second Time This Year
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Defendant Who Soared Over Bench To Attack Judge Sentenced
Viral clip star going away for a while. The post Defendant Who Soared Over Bench To Attack Judge Sentenced appeared …
What is Organized Retail Theft in Texas?
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‘Draconian and Brutal’: Trump to Rescind Ban on ICE Arrests in Schools, Hospitals, Churches
Despite public opinion polls that find the majority of Americans support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, the incoming …
House Republican Says They Were Told ‘In Conference’ Hegseth Accusations ‘Were Anonymous’
Despite public opinion polls that find the majority of Americans support a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, the incoming …
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At The Third TLTF Summit, Legal Tech Leaders Convened In Miami For Three Days Of Dialogue And Serendipity
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Compensation Leader Milbank Becomes 14th U.S. Firm To Shut Down An Office In China
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Top Firm Handing Out MILLION DOLLAR Bonuses To Some Associates
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Hospitals Are Facing New Price Transparency Requirements, But Will They Truly Help Patients Shop For Care?
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Morning Docket: 12.10.24
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‘USA Is a Threat’: Canadians Slam ‘Bully’ Trump’s ‘Arrogant’ Mockery of ‘Governor Trudeau’
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Should President Biden Pardon Rachel Maddow?
The decision contains hazards either way. The post Should President Biden Pardon Rachel Maddow? appeared first on Above the Law.
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LinkedIn Mastery For Lawyers: 5 Simple Strategies To Elevate Your Brand And Build Engagement
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The ‘Unnatural’ Interest In Law School
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Should We Be Expecting A ‘Wave’ Of Biglaw Partner De-Equitizations In 2025?
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How Appealing Weekly Roundup
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Stat(s) Of The Week: Talkin’ Bout AI Revolution
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Butker’s ‘Traditional Values’ PAC Took Retiree Cash, Spent Most on Fundraising: Report
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Policy Options: Protecting Immigrant Communities at the State and Local Level
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
Will Protesting Cost Students Their Ability To Practice Law? California Shrugs Off A Clear Answer
Really could use a bright line here. The post Will Protesting Cost Students Their Ability To Practice Law? California Shrugs …
Biglaw Associate Fired For Denouncing Gaza Bombing Loses Key Part Of Lawsuit
No, law firms don’t have to employ you if they disagree with your speech. The post Biglaw Associate Fired For …
Elon Musk Was Behind Effort To Gaslight Americans Into Believing Donald Trump Supports Reproductive Rights
(Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images) In the waning days of the 2024 presidential election, a curious political action committee, named …
Law Firms Should Pay Higher Bonuses When Associates Are Close To Thresholds
Even if you missed the threshold for a bonus, it should count for something. The post Law Firms Should Pay …
Boutique Firm Makes It Rain Biglaw Bonus Bucks On Associates
Get out your umbrellas, because Biglaw bonuses are coming to this boutique firm. Congratulations! The post Boutique Firm Makes It …
This Boutique Law Firm’s Bonuses Are A Real Knockout For Associates
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Mass Puppycide Ends Career Of Tennessee Deputy Who Probably Never Should Have Been A Cop
Cops just seem to love killing people’s pets. While this act is often “justified” by (often ridiculous) claims of “officer safety,” a whole lot of killing of …
How Hegseth and Allies Are Waging War Against the US Military to Secure His Confirmation
ANALYSIS Published 1 year ago on June 30, 2023 Only on occasion do U.S. Supreme Court Justices read their opinions …
‘Melania Grift’: Incoming First Lady Hawks Her Christmas ‘Collectibles’ in Fox Interview
America’s incoming First Lady, Melania Trump, in a rare public appearance, sat down with the “Fox & Friends” crew Friday …
What Will Mass Deportations Look Like?
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Morning Docket: 12.06.24
* Applications for law school are up 35 percent just in time for these students to compile massive loans before …
It’s Not Who You Know, It’s Who Knows You: The Biggest Lesson I Learned In 2024
Build your reputation, nurture relationships, and aim to leave every place you go better than you found it. The post …
Just 10 Days Left To Apply For Startup Alley At ABA TECHSHOW
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Climate Activists Stage Protest At Biglaw Megafirm, Decrying Its ‘Crimes Against The Planet’
The Biglaw firm in question is one of the worst when it comes to exacerbating climate change. The post Climate …
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Biglaw Firm Beats The Market For Associate Bonuses. Again.
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Above The Law’s 2024 Lawyer Of The Year Contest: Nominations Needed
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Top 10 Biglaw Firm Offers Huge Stacks Of Bonus Cash To Associates
One by one, slowly but surely, Biglaw firms are meeting the moment to match Milbank’s generous year-end and special bonuses. …
To Counter China And Support National Security, Congress Must Empower NIST
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Trump May Balk at Hegseth Over Drinking History, Not Sexual Misconduct Allegations: Report
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And Here You Thought The Hunter Biden Presidential Pardon Was Controversial…
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Tesla Stock Has Surged, But The Risk Is Great That Trump Will Alienate Musk Before Real Graft Can Commence
(Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue) For the average investor, buying individual stocks is more or less …
Federal Judiciary Misleadingly Conflates Low Number Of Sexual Harassment Complaints With Lack Of Misconduct
The AO seems not to understand that there is no greater power disparity in the legal profession than between a …
Biglaw Signing Bonuses May Be Back In Action Come 2025
Need some extra cash with that lucrative job offer? Just sign on the dotted line! The post Biglaw Signing Bonuses …
CA Judge Engages In Public Rage Wank Over Hunter Biden Pardon
Forget judicial activism. This is some serious judicial onanism. The post CA Judge Engages In Public Rage Wank Over Hunter …
This Biglaw Firm Is Sharing The Wealth Before Its Upcoming Merger
Another article about bonuses! Kramer Levin brightened its associates’ days by announcing bonuses! The firm reported $435,224,000 in gross revenue …
Mitch McConnell’s ‘Brazen’ Judicial Hypocrisy
(Photo by Melina Mara/The Washington Post) It was recently revealed that two Democratic appointees to the federal bench — Max …
Hawley Throws Hegseth Under the Bus: ‘Not 100% Clear Who Trump Really Wants Right Now’
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Far-Right Influencer at SCOTUS Calls for ‘Trans Ideology’ to Be ‘Erased From the Earth’
Penelope Hegseth, the mother of Donald Trump’s current and embattled nominee for U.S. Secretary of Defense, appeared on the cable …
Joe Manchin Weighs In With Dumbest Take Yet On Pardonghazi
(Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images) Pardongate! It’s the biggest story ever! The major papers are still chewing over …
Why Aren’t More Biglaw Firms Venturing Onto TikTok?
The limited Am Law firms that use the site have been met with some success. The post Why Aren’t More …
Kirkland & Ellis Brings Together Pro Bono Client And Attorneys For Actually Enjoyable Networking Event
Like all Biglaw firms, Kirkland & Ellis pours resources into its pro bono efforts. And though attorneys have an opportunity …
Dinesh D’Souza Is Not Sorry For Lying. Is Maybe Sorry You Feel Harmed By His Lies.
Dinesh D’Souza (Photo by Imeh Akpanudosen/Getty Images) Dinesh D’Souza has made a career out of loathsomeness. From his days at …
Happy + Healthy Lawyers = Better Client Outcomes
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Associate Compensation Scorecard: Biglaw’s 2024 Bonus Boom
Since we broke the news of the market bonus scale for associates at large law firms in the United States …
Boutique Trial Firm Pays Out Above-Market Bonuses!
What’s better than your firm matching Milbank? Going over the top! Wilkinson Stekloff is doubling down on spreading the wealth …
The Legal Landscape Of Privacy: Why Lawyers Must Keep Up With Change
Serious reviews of your cybersecurity and annual security changes mitigate risk and exposure and will keep class action lawsuits at …
‘Standards Have Evolved’: Senator ‘Leaning Yes’ on Hegseth Despite Misconduct Allegations
Despite facing allegations of sexual assault, “aggressive drunkenness,” financial mismanagement of veterans’ organizations, and a report his colleagues “smelled alcohol …
Trump Lining Up Billionaire Defense Investor and Megadonor to Be Number Two at Pentagon
Despite facing allegations of sexual assault, “aggressive drunkenness,” financial mismanagement of veterans’ organizations, and a report his colleagues “smelled alcohol …
How Democrats and Republicans Look at Hunter Biden’s Pardon and One for J6ers
Despite facing allegations of sexual assault, “aggressive drunkenness,” financial mismanagement of veterans’ organizations, and a report his colleagues “smelled alcohol …
For Or Against Trump, You Lose
(Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) I have a sad message for folks who were hoping that Donald Trump would …
Above The Law’s 16th Annual Holiday Card Contest
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This Firm Is Handing Out Bonuses On Top Of Bonuses For Associates Who Billed Their Butts Off
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Morning Docket: 12.02.24
Photographer: Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images * Joe Biden is pardoning his son Hunter. Anyone concerned about justice and the …
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President Joe Biden’s announcement that he is issuing a full pardon for his son Hunter Biden sent shockwaves throughout the …
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident?
Should You Get an Attorney After a Car Accident in Texas? If you’ve recently been in a car accident, you …
What is modified comparative negligence in Texas?
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Litera Acquisition Quest Ventures Into Realm Of Dragons
Litera’s acquisition strategy feels a bit like a good Thanksgiving plate — a variety of different components piled together to …
Global Biglaw Firm Delights With News Of Associate Bonuses
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Drake Files RICO Case Against His Own Record Label After Being Musically Curb Stomped By Pulitzer Winning West Coast Rapper
Remember when I said that Drake’s loss against Kendrick was so overwhelming that the only recourse he had left was …
Lawmakers Backing Separate Cyber Force See Opening With Trump’s Return
In his first term, President Donald Trump took a big swing and established the Space Force; two House members told …
Top 50 Biglaw Firm Unleashes Much-Awaited Milbank Bonus Match
Bonus announcements are flying fast and furious across the Biglaw landscape, with Milbank matches behind handed out left and right …
After Losing Partners And Profitability, Top 100 Biglaw Firm Is Reportedly Seeking Merger Partner
The firm refused to comment on ‘market rumors’ but said that it remains ‘focused on pursuing growth opportunities.’ The post …
Busy Associates Are Rewarded Generously At This Biglaw Firm
Associates are making bank… if they bill enough. The post Busy Associates Are Rewarded Generously At This Biglaw Firm appeared …
Amid X X-odus, Nothing But Bluesky From Now On
As the disaffected disembark from X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, they are landing in throngs on …
Brand New Megafirm Makes Its Very First Bonus Announcement
This firm is making big money moves for its associates. Congratulations! The post Brand New Megafirm Makes Its Very First …
This Top Biglaw Firm Is Offering Associates ‘Exceptional’ Bonuses On Top Of Special Bonuses
Match, match, match, match, match, match! EVERYBODY! Biglaw firms continue to follow Milbank, matching the compensation leader’s year-end bonuses and …
Missouri Court Upholds Trans Care Ban, Citing Duty to ‘Protect Integrity of Medical Profession’
The chair of the Moms for Liberty California chapter went viral in a video clip harassing drag queens in the …
Ontario Premier Doug Ford Wants Stricter Border Control with U.S.: ‘The Threat Is Serious’
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Harris Campaign Staffer Suggests Joe Rogan Podcast Used Her as ‘Leverage’ to Get Trump
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Nearly a Quarter of Republicans Would Vote for Trump to Get Third Term
States across the nation are determining whether or not former President Donald Trump can appear on ballots in upcoming primary …
Embracing Two Cultures: Our Thanksgiving Story
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the …
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These Checks Have A Little Extra In Them!: Cadwalader, Proskauer, Schulte Roth & Zabel, Covington, Simpson Thacher, Sidley, and Baker …
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Georgetown Law Finally Acts Like Decent People After Massive Outrage
They’re FINALLY doing right by the student. The post Georgetown Law Finally Acts Like Decent People After Massive Outrage appeared …
Top 50 Biglaw Firm Hops Aboard The Milbank Money Train
Yet another Milbank money match has entered the Biglaw station. Congrats! The post Top 50 Biglaw Firm Hops Aboard The …
Top 100 Biglaw Firm Matches Market Bonuses — With Even More Money For High Billers
More and more Biglaw firms are matching Milbank’s incredibly generous bonus scale, with year-end bonuses and special bonuses ranging up …
Morning Docket: 11.25.24
* Google’s antitrust trial wrapping up to see if they must “go directly to divestment, do not pass go, do …
‘Much Like the 11th Century’: Trump Defense Pick Called for American ‘Crusade’
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for U.S. Secretary of Defense, has expressed opposition to the United Nations as a …
Davis Polk Enters The Associate Bonus Chat
Historically, there are only a handful of Biglaw firms willing to stick their necks out and raise associate compensation, whether …
Elite Boutique Drops Big Bucks On Associates With Milbank Bonus Match
There’s nothing like a tidal wave of cash to make associates feel like they’re truly valued. Congrats! The post Elite …
Morning Docket: 11.22.24
* Forcing Google to spin off Chrome faces uphill battle… which is why monopolies always win. [Reuters] * Pam Bondi …
Top 50 Firm Wows With Extra Bonuses For High Billers (In Addition To Year-End And Special Bonuses)
Bill enough and you’ll be eligible for a big ol’ payday. The post Top 50 Firm Wows With Extra Bonuses …
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Matt Gaetz Isn’t The Only Attorney General Nominee To Go Down
Matt Gaetz will not be the nation’s next AG. The post Matt Gaetz Isn’t The Only Attorney General Nominee To …
Oodles Of Money And Matching At This Biglaw Firm!
(Image via Getty) Another Biglaw firm has joined the bonus train, and this time it’s O’Melveny & Myers! They reported …
Not Just A ‘One Off’ Anymore: Biglaw Firms Are Finally Matching Milbank’s Special Summer Bonuses
Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. I’m actually, to be honest, surprised. I thought that …
Trump Too Busy Presidenting For Criminal Process, Still Finds Time To Sue All Media
If it weren’t for bad faith… The post Trump Too Busy Presidenting For Criminal Process, Still Finds Time To Sue …
Top 50 Firm Wows With Extra Bonuses For High Billers (In Addition To Year-End And Special Bonuses)
A week after Milbank got the bonus party started, and only a couple of days since Cravath got on board, …
How to Fire Your Personal Injury Attorney
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Popular LSAT Alternative Changes Hands
For a very long time, taking the LSAT was the thing you did if you were serious about attending law …
Paul Weiss Announces 2024 Bonuses
We’d already heard from Paul Hastings about annual bonuses and now we’re closing the loop with word from the other …
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Ever since Biglaw started bestowing a variety of bonuses upon associates, we’ve received a slew of emails from law firm …
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Law firms are facing more financial reporting demands than ever before. While many consider new avenues to help decode and …
Finding The Right Tech For Fractional And Small Practices
When you’re a major Biglaw firm with big budgets and dedicated IT professionals, major legal technology vendors eagerly court your …
This Top 50 Biglaw Firm Clearly Matches Year-End And Special Bonuses For Associates
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Top Trump Advisor Threatens Republicans to Support Nominees or Face a Primary: Report
President-elect Donald Trump has surprised and even alarmed many across the country, and “puzzled” and “baffled” some within his own …
Byron Donalds ‘Not Surprised’ at Snub from Trump’s Nearly-All White Administration
President-elect Donald Trump has surprised and even alarmed many across the country, and “puzzled” and “baffled” some within his own …
Biglaw Is Having A Fantastically Profitable 2024
The Wells Fargo Legal Specialty Group Nine-Month 2024 Survey is out and the word from Biglaw is business is good …
Bear Damage To Luxury Car Interior Ends In Insurance Fraud Charges
A bear-y interesting story. The post Bear Damage To Luxury Car Interior Ends In Insurance Fraud Charges appeared first on …
Matt Gaetz’s AG Nomination Really Sucked The Air Out Of The Room For Federal Prosecutors
(Photo by Samuel Corum/Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. My reaction, honestly, is …
Lexis+AI Launches Mobile App Meeting Legal Professionals Where They Are
The focus on AI usability continues. The post Lexis+AI Launches Mobile App Meeting Legal Professionals Where They Are appeared first …
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15 Best Nonfiction Books To Read Yourself Or Give As Gifts, None Of Them Memoirs Or About Politics
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Telehealth Advocates Praise DEA’s 3rd Extension Of Telemedicine Flexibilities, But Call For Further Action
Several telehealth advocates are coming out in support of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) third extension of Covid-19 telehealth flexibilities …
Worst Cities for Commuters: Why Fort Worth Ranks 10th in the U.S.
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‘Declaration of War on Expertise’: Experts Explain Danger of Trump ‘MAGA Zealot’ Nominees
President-elect Donald Trump has surprised and even alarmed many across the country, and “puzzled” and “baffled” some within his own …
JD Vance Accidentally Reveals FBI Director Wray Is Likely Being Replaced
President-elect Donald Trump has surprised and even alarmed many across the country, and “puzzled” and “baffled” some within his own …
Paul Hastings Is The First Major Biglaw Firm To Match Milbank Bonus Scale After Cravath Announces
Cravath announced its bonus scale last night — a full Milbank match for both year-end and special bonuses — and …
Morning Docket: 11.20.24
(Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) * With the Trump sentencing delayed, prosecutors are gearing up for the inevitable request that …
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Chasing History With Justice Thomas
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With Latest Additions, Lex Machina’s Legal Analytics Now Cover Every Federal District Civil Case
The litigation analytics company Lex Machina has completed what it describes as a milestone expansion of its data set of …
Donald Trump Adds To His Clown Show, Erm, That Is, Cabinet With Attorney/Reality TV Star
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DOJ Officials Lawyer Up Ahead Of Trump’s Possible ‘Revenge Prosecutions’
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Demon Ghoul Alex Jones Sues Sandy Hook Parents
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Clarence Thomas Joining Upstanding, Heroic Folks Like Putin And Prince Andrew With New Portrait
The official Clarence Thomas portrait is coming! The post Clarence Thomas Joining Upstanding, Heroic Folks Like Putin And Prince Andrew …
Tracking Down Collaborators Or Diddy By Association?
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Key GOP Senators Start Paving the Way for Gaetz’s Attorney General Confirmation
At a rally in the battleground state of North Carolina Wednesday afternoon, Donald Trump declared he is “not Hitler,” and …
‘Someone Who Says Tap Water Turns Kids Gay’: House Dem Slams ‘Insane’ Trump Cabinet Picks
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Thriving In IP Law: Lessons From The Front Lines
(Image via Getty) A room buzzing with energy, filled with the best and brightest minds in IP law. The air …
We Should Criticize The Judiciary. It’s How We Hold The Institution Accountable.
Apparently, even the slightest hint of criticism is equivalent to ‘attacking’ the courts. The post We Should Criticize The Judiciary. …
Criminal Defense Attorney Fights For Clients With Mental Disabilities
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CLE Webinar Tomorrow! 5 Surprising Insights On Business Intelligence [Sponsored]
On November 20th, learn how BI can revolutionize your law firm’s approach to data, driving efficiency and informed decision-making. The …
ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest: The Finalists (2024)
Just before Halloween, we asked our readers to submit their legally themed costumes to us for our annual contest. We …
7 States Passed Abortion Rights Ballot Measures. But Changes Won’t Be Like A ‘Light Switch,’ Experts Say
While former President Donald Trump’s win of the White House was a blow to many reproductive rights advocates, Election Day …
Morning Docket: 11.19.24
* It’s the “Decade of the Female Lawyer.” [Reuters] * Celebrity claims famous lawyer attempted to extort a settlement by …
‘Damaging’: Unredacted Sealed Sworn Testimony in Gaetz Case Accessed by Alleged Hacker
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) is introducing a binding resolution to ban transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the …
Nancy Mace Slammed for Trying to Ban First Trans Member of Congress From Restrooms
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) is introducing a binding resolution to ban transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the …
Behold, A Bad Argument — See Also
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5 Ohio Law Schools Drop Their Diversity Scholarships And Programs
Nice while it lasted. The post 5 Ohio Law Schools Drop Their Diversity Scholarships And Programs appeared first on Above …
Infowars Sale To The Onion Plagued By Alex Jones-Level Chaos
(Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images) “We always knew the guys who currently run InfoWars were going to take this badly …
Shareholder Activists Are Just Getting Started
Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to David Rosewater, head of Morgan Stanley’s …
Sonia Sotomayor Has No Plans To Step Down From The Supreme Court
(Photo by ERIN SCHAFF/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. She’s in …
Biglaw Firm Turns Into A Hotbed Of Finger Pointing When Associates Read Internal Emails Not Meant For Their Eyes
Associates are in hot water after snooping in the firm’s document management platform. The post Biglaw Firm Turns Into A …
Harvard Law Students Counter Protest Suppression With 1 Easy Trick!
Pulled a sneaky on ya! The post Harvard Law Students Counter Protest Suppression With 1 Easy Trick! appeared first on …
Former Biglaw Partner Suspended Following Accusations Of ‘Inappropriate And Unwanted’ Conduct
Back in June, the UK’s Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) referred Nicholas Williams, a former Freshfields partner, to its Solicitors Disciplinary …
Small Law Firms Spend Big Bucks In Mega Marketing Effort During Mike Tyson/Jake Paul Fight On Netflix
The law firms were the real winners at the boxing match seen round the world. The post Small Law Firms …
Asset Division in Divorce in Texas
10 Critical Questions About Asset Division in Texas Divorce When facing divorce in Texas, understanding how your assets will be …
