In a recent legal development, Rudy Giuliani, former New York City Mayor and personal attorney to ex-President Donald Trump, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after two Georgia poll workers were given approval to begin collection of a decisive $148 million defamation judgment against him. Giuliani’s choice of a Chapter 11 filing, often employed by…
Alexei Cowett has recently joined the globally recognized law firm, McDermott Will & Emery, as a partner in their transactions practice group located in Washington, D.C. This addition to the team was announced by the firm on a Tuesday statement. Cowett’s portfolio includes dealing with acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, endorsements, and equity deals. His extensive…
U.S. District Judge Colin S. Bruce has sentenced Philip Buyno to a five-year prison term after he attempted to commit arson of an upcoming reproductive healthcare center in Central Illinois. Bruce also ordered Buyno to pay $327,547 in restitution for the damages he caused during his failed arson attempt. Buyno pleaded guilty to attempting to…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit is currently dealing with a contentious issue revolving around religious liberties. While the majority of the Fifth Circuit justices believe that a resolution to this dispute should come from the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), the court’s conservative justices claim they are capable of…
The DC Circuit recently delivered a possibly defining judgement in the intricate legal saga surrounding former President Donald Trump. The case in question revolves around arguments Trump has made implicating perpetual immunity from his post-presidential election interference. After a month of deliberation, the DC Circuit ruled against Trump’s arguments with fans of legal rhetoric noting…
At Legalweek 2024, held in New York City, professionals from across the legal field congregated to share and explore fresh ideas and insights. Among the prominent figures was Bridget McCormack, President and CEO of the American Arbitration Association. McCormack was interviewed during the 300th episode of Legal Speak, which was live on location at the…
The Florida Supreme Court recently instructed the state bar to halt funding for its diversity and inclusion initiatives. According to the ABA Journal, this move will see the Diversity and Inclusion Committee transition into a new Membership Outreach Committee encouraging greater attorney involvement with the bar. The redirected diversity funding will be allocated to this…
Husch Blackwell strengthened their team recently with Michael Silver joining as a partner. Silver will serve the financial services and capital markets industry group and consumer financial services practice located in Washington, D.C., as announced by the firm on Tuesday. Silver’s tenure was noted for his role as an original member of the Office of…
Deidré A. Keller, the former dean at Florida A&M University College of Law, suddenly resigned from her position on January 31. In her resignation letter, Keller explained that her vision for the school’s sustained success did not align with that of the University’s. She cited “steadily escalating unreasonable demands” that made executing her work at…
The pandemic economy saw a boom in the vintage watch market, with luxury brands such as Audemars Piguet, Rolex, and others experiencing a surge in demand. This skyrocketed Swiss watch exports to nearly 25 billion francs ($28.5 billion) in 2022, as detailed in this Fortune article. Escalating demand for luxury watches led to intensified protection…
Renowned Biglaw firm, Bracewell, has made a substantial addition to its partnership with the recruitment of former federal Judge Roslynn Mauskopf. Mauskopf is accomplished in her field, most recently serving as director of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts and prior to that, as the chief judge of the Eastern District of New York….
The judge presiding over New York state’s civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump, valued at an estimated $370 million, has posed poignant questions concerning potential perjury on the stand. Of critical consideration is whether Trump’s long-serving Chief Financial Officer (CFO) had indeed falsified his testimony, and furthermore, how this could impact the final…
In a noteworthy development, former federal judge Roslynn Mauskopf has joined the ranks at Bracewell, an Am Law 200 firm. This seasoned jurist took retirement from her court duties at the end of January 2024. Currently, she has taken up the role of a partner at Bracewell’s New York branch, lending her expertise to the…
In a significant turn of events, fiction and nonfiction authors have come together to lodge a consolidated complaint against tech giants OpenAI and Microsoft. According to a recent report by the New York Law Journal, these acclaimed authors fervently argue that OpenAI’s significant language models are a direct threat to their livelihood. OpenAI’s language models,…
In a notable cross-firm move, a team of nine cybersecurity lawyers has transitioned from Maynard Nexsen to Polsinelli. Jane Arnold, co-chair of Polsinelli’s business department expressed her delight about this development, encapsulating the added value that this team brings to their clients. The team possesses a rich private equity background, enhancing Polsinelli’s offering in the…
In recent news, Johanna Schmitt has made a significant career shift by joining Norton Rose Fulbright. Previously serving at Kirkland & Ellis, she assumed her new position in New York as a partner on Monday. At Norton Rose Fulbright, Schmitt will bring to bear her extensive experience in a variety of legal areas. She is…
The Dutch police have stepped in to halt farmers’ protests that have spread across the Netherlands, disrupting motorways and triggering safety concerns. The protests, sparked by low prices for produce and grievances over the EU’s Green Deal, blockaded motorway exits and even incited fires. According to a message revealed on Monday, the forces in Gelderland…
Thompson Hine, a renowned law firm, has recently welcomed a new member into its family. Michael N. Samuels has taken up a significant position as partner in the real estate practice group, primarily located at the New York office. Samuels’ decision to shift was revealed to the public on Tuesday through the Thompson Hine website….
In a recent announcement, Lathrop GPM, Dallas, disclosed the recruitment of an eight-person intellectual property team. The welcoming of a new team signifies the firm’s dedicated pursuit to strengthen its intellectual property practice. The team joining Lathrop GPM is led by partner Robert Lord, previously associated with Ferguson Braswell Fraser Kubasta PC. Lord comes with…
In a landscape where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are increasingly becoming important focal points in many professional settings, this article delves into the question of how far-reaching the effects of DEI truly are. This is especially prevalent in the realm of educational institutions, which are often criticized or lauded based on their uptake of…
The cost of putting a name on a law school has been under debate for some, but for the Southern Illinois University School of Law, it was sealed at a multi-million-dollar amount. John Simmons, founder of Simmons Hanly Conroy law firm and a member of the SIU board of trustees, together with his wife, Jayne…
As legal professionals, upholding the principle of client confidentiality is paramount, and in the digital world, this duty is increasingly tied to robust cybersecurity practices. Law firms are tasked with safeguarding client data, and failure to establish a secure virtual environment may not only damage the firm’s credibility but also pose potential ethical issues. It…
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has successfully enlisted the majority of employees from the Volkswagen (VW) AG’s Tennessee plant, according to a recent report. This development signifies a critical examination point for the UAW’s capacity to inflate its membership, leveraging off its victorious contract negotiations in Detroit. Last November, the UAW declared an ambitious…
A recent ruling at the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit saw an unlikely combination of judges unite to thwart former President Donald Trump’s claim that he is immune from prosecution over charges of election subversion. This significant decision featured a notable display of unity from two appointees of President Joe Biden and…
A Moscow court has issued an arrest warrant in absentia for exiled novelist Grigori Chkhartishvili, known by his pen name Boris Akunin, over his criticism of Russia’s war against Ukraine. Accused of justifying terrorism and spreading what is viewed as “fake news” about the Russian army, Akunin now faces charges that Russian law enforcement initiated…