Regarding recent cases before the Supreme Court, there’s a clear opportunity for Justice Clarence Thomas to demonstrate his care for judicial ethics. The best practice, in this case, would be for him to recuse himself. Recent litigation surrounding Donald Trump signals that this would be a prudent and dignified choice. Read more on the topic here.
In other legal news, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton seems to think he has jurisdiction in Seattle, Washington. He’s subpoenaed a children’s hospital there. This move blatantly disregards personal jurisdiction in favor of an unfortunate pattern of attacking transgender youth. Find additional details on this issue here.
As the year comes to a close, many are looking forward to some well-earned time off. However, employees at Simpson Thacher may need to revise their plans. The firm has postponed hard-earned vacation days, prompting many to reflect on the serious issue of work-life balance within the industry. More information can be found here.
In case news, a former attorney at Gibson Dunn received a relatively short prison sentence after engaging in insider trading. This serves as another reminder of the uncompromising ethical standards expected of legal professionals. Read the details of this case here.
Lastly, judges continue to face threats in response to their performance of necessary legal duties. It appears this is another repercussion of deeply ingrained political divisions, particularly related to Trump and his ongoing influence within the political landscape. You can learn more about this here.