In a recent development, Pillsbury, a major international law firm, has elevated a new partner within its Hong Kong Office. This move comes following an earlier relocation of disputes lawyer, Michelle Ng, from New York to the same office. These moves are part of the firm’s ongoing efforts in strengthening its operations in Hong Kong….
The US House of Representatives has formalized an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, with the vote passing on partisan lines. Specifically, 221 Republican lawmakers voted in favor of the resolution while 212 Democrats voted against it. This move signifies an escalation of proceedings initiated by the former Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy (R-CA),…
Dec. 14, 2023 – In a move likely to strengthen the firm’s environment and natural resources practice, Juge Gregg, formerly senior corporate counsel for Amazon, has joined Crowell & Moring as a partner, the firm announced this Thursday. During his tenure at Amazon, Gregg served on the sustainability legal team providing legal guidance on the…
With experience spanning diverse subfields of the intellectual property legal territory, Jon Gurka has now joined Crowell & Moring as a partner in their intellectual property department, a recent announcement from the firm confirms. Gurka’s extensive expertise ranges from patenting to trademarks, and from trade secret regulation to breach of contract matters. A spotlight on…
The federal judge supervising the criminal case regarding former President Donald Trump’s alleged interference in the 2020 election has commanded a halt to further trial court procedures while an appeal is ongoing before the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit. Judge Tanya Chutkan’s order comes just two days after the US Supreme Court…
On Wednesday, the US Supreme Court agreed to hear a case centered around the access to mifepristone, a drug commonly used for abortions and miscarriages. The case has been navigating through the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, with the court previously permitting the drug’s continued availability during the legal proceedings. The American…
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently called upon a judge to dismiss a lawsuit instigated by Meta Platforms Inc. The legal battle was initiated by Meta in an attempt to impede the FTC’s ongoing efforts to amend a privacy settlement established in 2020. The FTC counters that Meta’s claim is underpinned by constitutional challenges…
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) heard oral arguments on Wednesday from Ukraine in response to allegations of human rights violations committed by Russia during its occupation of Crimea. Despite being a party to the case, Russia did not send a representative to hear the arguments, given that it ceased to be a party…
As we approach the holiday season, legal professionals across the globe should bear in mind the importance of maintaining professionalism at Christmas parties. After all, whilst festive fun is certainly encouraged, it’s crucial to remember that these are still corporate events. For more guidance on this topic, visit Above the Law. In other news, Above…
On December 13, 2023, the U.S. Federal Circuit upheld a decision to reject Institut Pasteur’s patent application for a specific method of pain treatment. The grounds for this decision lay in the fact that the French biomedical research center already held a similar patent. The details surrounding this legal challenge provide critical insights into the…
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is pushing for new cybersecurity regulations for brokerages and swaps dealers. This move comes in response to the damaging ransomware attack that hit software company Ion Trading UK earlier this year. The proposed changes to the cybersecurity rules emphasize updates to risk evaluations for CFTC-registered firms. The incident at…
The image-sharing company Pinterest has announced the hiring of Michele Lee as their new General Counsel. An emerging talent in the legal field, Lee was recently featured in the San Francisco Business Times’ 2023 “Women of Influence” class. Having joined Pinterest in January 2021, initially as an assistant general counsel, her journey reflects a rapid…
The federal appellate court nominee Nicole Berner, a seasoned labor lawyer, found herself on the receiving end of probing questions from Republican members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. The focus of the queries was a previous statement by Berner, in which she labeled the “right-to-work” movement as racist. Law.com reported on these developments. “Right-to-work” laws…
A Federal Appeals court in Washington, D.C., has given its affirmation to expedite a ruling on a crucial case surrounding Donald Trump’s claim for immunity. The case in question revolves around the issue as to whether the former President, Donald Trump, should be provided immunity from criminal prosecution for actions allegedly taken to overturn the…
Biglaw, the colloquial term for the world’s largest and most successful law firms, is known for its high profit margins, particularly for partners. A recent survey highlighted the impressive profits that Biglaw partnership can yield. A recent post on Above the Law, a popular news site for the legal profession, discussed the Law360 Pulse’s inaugural…
Despite the common perception that Congressional subpoenas carry the full weight of law, recent episodes have cast doubt on their potency. Congressional subpoenas need to be authorized by a whole House vote—a standard that hasn’t been consistently applied, particularly in the case of Hunter Biden. In the pursuit of unearthing any actionable intelligence on former…
Law firms and corporations across Asia have been witnessing significant lateral moves recently. As per a report published in the International Edition of Law.com, there are notable entries and exits to mention across the legal landscape. Firstly, Han Kun, a law firm in China, has managed to attract a partner from the renowned law practice,…
The ongoing evolution of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in the field of natural language processing (NLP), continues to stir debate within the literary world. One emerging concern focuses on large language models such as GPT-3, which have the potential to automate tasks traditionally done by human writers, such as drafting articles for law firm websites….
International arbitration often concerns significant financial stakes and, at times, situations hinting at illegal acts including corruption and the movement of unlawfully obtained assets. The role and responsibilities of arbitrators in such scenarios, specifically those where they might be conscious of such illicit activities, has recently stirred discussions and critique. Key among these is a…
Yet another key player in the legal sphere, Cravath Swaine & Moore, has adopted the two-tier partnership structure, following early pioneers such as Kirkland & Ellis. This move reflects an increasing trend among leading law firms to enhance profitability and aid talent acquisition and retention. While the one-tier partnership model had prevailed for a significant…
A recent order issued by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York has called upon David M. Schwartz, an attorney representing Donald Trump’s former advocate, Michael Cohen, to justify his recent legal filing related to a motion for early termination of Cohen’s supervised release. The court’s order follows a pattern of…
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), a well-versed organization quick to represent unconventional clients, recently confirmed its intention to advocate for the National Rifle Association (NRA) before the U.S. Supreme Court. This interaction turned heads and amassed a range of reactions over the weekend. This unique alliance between the ACLU and the NRA is brought…
In early December, the Biden administration touched on the prospect of implementing march-in rights on taxpayer-funded drugs and other related inventions, in an attempt to stabilize drug prices. This move was received with skepticism by Wayne Winegarden from the Pacific Research Institute, who argued that this approach to managing drug costs could potentially undermine the…
Legal heavyweight Latham & Watkins LLP is currently in the process of billing a significant sum of $5.7 million for approximately three months’ worth of work. Their client is none other than Mallinckrodt PLC, a global biopharmaceutical company, presently navigating its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the short span of three years. Latham & Watkins…
In a twist that emphasizes the legal complexities surrounding pandemic-era tax credits, Fox Rothschild LLP has established a dedicated task force. This new group’s primary mission is to provide defense for corporations amidst growing federal scrutiny into how companies have utilized these tax credits. The formation of the task force was publicly disclosed by the…