In recent legal news, student loan holders may be in for a shock as a governmental error may mean they owe more than they previously thought. As reported by Above the Law, an internal review appears to have revealed discrepancies in the recorded loan balances.
In other matters, a judge has creatively introduced a Harry Potter-inspired rewards system to incentivise the use of electronic filing in her courtroom. Giving ‘ten points to electronic filing,’ the innovative approach is detailed in an article by the same source.
A California midsize law firm goes against the grain, establishing a firm culture that prioritises attorney happiness over traditional metrics of success. An in-depth look at the quality of life at this firm can be found here.
Controversy brews as a judge faces disciplinary action for speaking candidly about her conservative colleagues during a diversity discussion. Her comments, described by some as a breath of fresh air, have led to a backlash from those she criticised. For more on this developing story, visit Above the Law’s coverage.
Lastly, ongoing legal saga surrounding former President Trump takes another twist, as he appeals for the lifting of a gag order he himself is seen as the main perpetrator in violating. The latest chapter in this saga can be found here.