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Lawyers Weigh 'Right to Disconnect' During Remote Work Lawyers Weigh 'Right to Disconnect' During Remote Work

Employers should consider establishing ground rules for after-hours communications before lawmakers ..
The morning read for Tuesday, Dec. 24 The morning read for Tuesday, Dec. 24

Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court...
How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be a Lawyer First, Foremost and Always,' Says Matthew.. How I Made Office Managing Partner: 'Be a Lawyer First, Foremost and Always,' Says Matthew..

Be a lawyer first, foremost, and always. Even if you are something of a general practitioner, find..
The Silver Linings Amid Big Law's China Chaos The Silver Linings Amid Big Law's China Chaos

Asia Legal Briefing: As a year of law firm exits comes to an end, here are a few positive things..
For Paul Weiss, Progress Means 'Embracing the Uncomfortable Reality' For Paul Weiss, Progress Means 'Embracing the Uncomfortable Reality'

Our firm will look quite different in 2028 and 2035 from today, said Brad Karp, chair of Paul Weiss,..
Critical Mass With Law.com's Amanda Bronstad: Keller Postman and Jenner & Block Locked in Mass.. Critical Mass With Law.com's Amanda Bronstad: Keller Postman and Jenner & Block Locked in Mass..
Judges' ‘Unretirements' After Trump's Win Spark Dubious Ethics Complaints Judges' ‘Unretirements' After Trump's Win Spark Dubious Ethics Complaints

“There's nothing unethical about it at all, said law professor Michael J. Gerhardt. A judge is..
‘BiT Global Lost': Federal Judge Won't Stop Coinbase From Delisting wBTC Token ‘BiT Global Lost': Federal Judge Won't Stop Coinbase From Delisting wBTC Token

“Ultimately, I have no evidence from you about what is to come, U.S. District Judge Araceli Marti..
‘Wake Up Call': Pressure for Law Firm Mergers Grows in 2024 ‘Wake Up Call': Pressure for Law Firm Mergers Grows in 2024

Some analysts are predicting even more moves in 2025, even if the number of completed unions this..
Davis Polk Moves to New, Expanded Redwood City Office Davis Polk Moves to New, Expanded Redwood City Office

The new Northern California office is 31% bigger than the firm's previous one.
Suspended NY Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Party Crashers Says She Won't Fight Removal Suspended NY Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Party Crashers Says She Won't Fight Removal

State Supreme Court Justice Erin Gall of Oneida County said through motion papers she's no longer..
Tom Girardi To Surrender to Federal Authorities on Jan. 7 Tom Girardi To Surrender to Federal Authorities on Jan. 7

A federal judge on Friday ordered Tom Girardi, 85, to surrender to the U.S. Marshals Service on Jan...
Buzbee Law Firm Accuses Quinn Emanuel of Barratry, Civil Conspiracy Buzbee Law Firm Accuses Quinn Emanuel of Barratry, Civil Conspiracy

The Buzbee Law Firm filed suit in Harris County accusing Quinn Emanuel and a Mississippi attorney..
Feds Chide Defense Attorney Alex Spiro for Extrajudicial Comments in NYC's Adams Case Feds Chide Defense Attorney Alex Spiro for Extrajudicial Comments in NYC's Adams Case

“Since the unsealing of the Indictment in this case, defense counsel has repeatedly made false..
Suspended NY Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Party Crashers Says She Won't Fight Removal Suspended NY Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Party Crashers Says She Won't Fight Removal

State Supreme Court Justice Erin Gall of Oneida County said through motion papers she's no longer..
California Supreme Court to Weigh Reach of Peremptory Challenge Law California Supreme Court to Weigh Reach of Peremptory Challenge Law

The case of a Southern California man convicted of attempted murder will test a law that says a..
Employment Lawyer Philadelphia, PA Employment Lawyer Philadelphia, PA

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Pre-Internet High Court Ruling Hobbling Efforts to Keep Tech Giants from Using Below-Cost Pricing.. Pre-Internet High Court Ruling Hobbling Efforts to Keep Tech Giants from Using Below-Cost Pricing..

Predatory pricing can be particularly salient in digital markets, where firms are incentivized to..
The Impact of International Laws and Treaties on Internet Crimes Defense Cases The Impact of International Laws and Treaties on Internet Crimes Defense Cases

Learn how international laws and treaties affect internet crimes defense cases and the role they..
Building a Strong Case: The Process of Prosecuting Internet Crimes Building a Strong Case: The Process of Prosecuting Internet Crimes

Learn about the process of building a strong case against someone accused of an internet crime from ..
Professional Networking for Law Students: How to Use LinkedIn to Connect with Legal Professionals.. Professional Networking for Law Students: How to Use LinkedIn to Connect with Legal Professionals..

Learn how law students can use LinkedIn to connect with legal professionals and potential employers...
Professional Networking for Law Students: Tips for Making a Good First Impression Professional Networking for Law Students: Tips for Making a Good First Impression

Learn about the importance of professional networking for law students and get expert tips for..
The Impact of Privacy Laws and Regulations on Internet Crimes Defense Cases The Impact of Privacy Laws and Regulations on Internet Crimes Defense Cases

Learn how privacy laws and regulations impact internet crimes defense cases and the role of lawyers ..
Defending Against Internet Crime Charges: Examples of Successful Strategies Defending Against Internet Crime Charges: Examples of Successful Strategies

Learn about successful defenses against internet crime charges and how a skilled defense attorney..
The Role Of US Property Rights Law In City Injury Claims In California The Role Of US Property Rights Law In City Injury Claims In California

In the complex landscape of urban living, property rights serve as a cornerstone of legal..
Confusion Over Jury's $20M Med Mal Verdict Causes Courthouse Stir Confusion Over Jury's $20M Med Mal Verdict Causes Courthouse Stir

A Nassau County jury was dismissed and preparing to leave the courthouse when it learned an..
‘Badge of Honor': SEC Targets CyberKongz in Token Registration Dispute ‘Badge of Honor': SEC Targets CyberKongz in Token Registration Dispute

“A criminal statute of limitations on regulations cannot be retroactive, but on the civil side, if..
State High Court Bucks Trend Favoring Insurers, Sides With Restaurants Seeking COVID-19 Coverage State High Court Bucks Trend Favoring Insurers, Sides With Restaurants Seeking COVID-19 Coverage

In more than 800 cases nationwide, federal and state courts have interpreted the phrase direct..
Delaware Senate Approves Bonnie David for Vice Chancellor Delaware Senate Approves Bonnie David for Vice Chancellor

Prior to joining the court as magistrate, she litigated corporate matters before the Chancery court ..
US Judge Dismisses Securities Litigation Against Insurance Underwriter US Judge Dismisses Securities Litigation Against Insurance Underwriter

U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan granted Argo Group's motion to dismiss for failure to state a..
Global Lawyer: Big Law Walks a Tightrope But Herbert Smith Freehills Refuses to Lose Its Footing Global Lawyer: Big Law Walks a Tightrope But Herbert Smith Freehills Refuses to Lose Its Footing

Law firms must strike a balance to make sound decisions, even when politics come into play. Last..
Elite Boutiques Competing More With Big Law Bonuses, With Several Going Above Market Elite Boutiques Competing More With Big Law Bonuses, With Several Going Above Market

The small number of boutiques offering above-market and eye-popping bonuses appears to be growing.
Susman Godfrey Raises the Bar High With Associate Bonuses Susman Godfrey Raises the Bar High With Associate Bonuses

Susman Godfrey, the Am Law 100 firm founded in Houston, is paying bonuses on a scale that reaches a ..
NYC Mayor Loses Bid to Toss Bribery Count From Public Corruption Case NYC Mayor Loses Bid to Toss Bribery Count From Public Corruption Case

U.S. District Judge Dale Ho rejected defense allegations that prosecutors failed to meet the legal..
CLO Twilio Courted With Millions Exiting After 3 Years CLO Twilio Courted With Millions Exiting After 3 Years

Dana Wagner joined the cloud-based communication platform just before growth slowed dramatically,..
10th Circuit Raises 6th Amendment Bar for Prosecutors' Attorney-Client Violations 10th Circuit Raises 6th Amendment Bar for Prosecutors' Attorney-Client Violations

The Tenth Circuit overruled its 1995 decision in Shillinger v. Haworth that a defendant is..
Susman Godfrey Raises the Bar High With Associate Bonuses Susman Godfrey Raises the Bar High With Associate Bonuses

Susman Godfrey, the Am Law 100 firm founded in Houston, is paying bonuses on a scale that reaches a ..
NYC Mayor Loses Bid to Toss Bribery Count From Public Corruption Case NYC Mayor Loses Bid to Toss Bribery Count From Public Corruption Case

U.S. District Judge Dale Ho rejected defense allegations that prosecutors failed to meet the legal..
Holtzman Vogel Launches AI Startup Incubator Program Holtzman Vogel Launches AI Startup Incubator Program

The Washington, D.C.-based firm will provide up to 30 hours of pro bono work each to two AI..
Troutman, Womble Bond Mergers This Year Created New Am Law 100 Firms Troutman, Womble Bond Mergers This Year Created New Am Law 100 Firms

Kilpatrick Townsend, Ogletree Deakins also expanded head count, footprints through combinations..
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