The world of legal affairs turns yet again with a selection of the latest developments to the attention of our legal professional readership.
The story of OJ Simpson’s lawyer seeking to prevent the Goldman family from securing any of the estate, despite a judgment valued at over $100 million with interest, speaks volumes about the current view of the judicial system. Read more about the ongoing case here.
Meanwhile, the Trump legal saga continues with the first criminal trial kicking off. The issue of jury nullification has brought a new perspective to the case. More information can be found here.
In other legal battles, the Federal Circuit’s struggle against Judge Newman is allegedly less focused on the merits of disabilities and procedures over aging judges, and more centered around personal animosity. The complete story is available here.
Reflection on the white-collar defense strategy of leveling misconduct allegations against the prosecution is quickly becoming a new norm. Details on this trend can be found here.
The American Bar Association (ABA) is raising its membership dues for the first time since 2015. Further details and reactions can be read here.
Hunter Biden’s attempt to dismiss gun charges has failed. This paves the way to a Supreme Court case where Sam Alito is expected to rule in favor of the younger Biden to invalidate every gun regulation pursued by the elder Biden. Reuters’ full report is available here.
Firm Clare Locke has joined a strategic cross-border alliance with defamation and reputation management shops Schillings and Giles George. Read more on this latest collaboration here.
Finally, reflections on one of the key work-life balance issues of the legal world – can a Biglaw partnership be reconciled with diligent parenting? Insights into the professional and personal challenges can be found here.