In an unexpected turn of events, a recent tweet by Eric Holder Jr., from Covington & Burling, indicates his views on campus Gaza protestors may not fully align with those of his firm. While Holder publicly defended the “legitimate concerns” of protesters at Columbia University, Covington’s previously co-signed a letter expressing “zero-tolerance” for similar actions.
Separately, a note on the update of future legal tools. A recent Florida Bar survey found that 80% of Florida lawyers report they don’t utilise generative AI in their practices, highlighting a significant gap between technological recognition and implementation in law practices.
In notable legal appointments, WildBrain Ltd, the kids and family entertainment company, has appointed former Norton Rose Fulbright counsel Mark Trachuk as the new general counsel. Trachuk is an M&A specialist, primarily focusing on strategic alliances.
The dynamic landscape of the legal profession continues to evolve, with several high-profile lateral moves and internal promotions. Notable appointments include the appointment of Kim Lyda as CLO of Ahold Delhaize USA, Susan Gault-Brown joining Allen & Overy as a partner in the US funds and asset management team, and the addition of Randall V. Johnston as a partner in Vinson & Elkins’s Washington, D.C., office.