An immigration attorney’s bid to challenge her suspension from the Board of Immigration Appeals was recently struck down by a North Carolina federal judge. The lawyer found herself at loggerheads with the board as a result of her persistent use of a mobile phone in court. The judge, however, declared the case moot, due to…
Legal professionals must always keep a keen eye on the racial dynamics within their firms, as a trial involving a Brooklyn firm over job bias allegations clearly demonstrates. Wenig Saltiel LLP faces claims from a former staff member, the Black Hispanic office manager, that a now ex-partner created a racially hostile work environment. The complaint…
In a notable development on April 1, 2024, East IP and Hong Kong SIPS announced their merger, becoming a prominent addition to the landscape of Intellectual Property (IP) firms in China. This merger, coupled with the absorption of a team from Zhong Lun, augments the professional capabilities of the new consolidated entity. Jimmy Huang, an…
The American Bar Association (ABA) proposal to accredit fully online law schools is recently seeing a decline in support. An ABA council has failed to justify a deviation from the current practice. Moreover, the amendments proposed to Standard 102 and 306, significant to this proposal, thus far do not seem to address any recognised problems….
As the legal landscape becomes more complex in Greater China, global law firms are meeting diverse challenges head-on. The likes of Kirkland and Latham, among others, are navigating the intricacies of operating large-scale legal entities in this unique business context. The Global Lawyer’s recent article seeks to explore these dynamics, addressing questions around how long…
The semi-autonomous region of Puntland in Somalia has declared its withdrawal from the federal government, along with a refusal to recognise its authority. This decisive action was in response to the latest constitutional reforms that were approved by the Somali Parliament, specifically citing their lack of involvement in an agreement reached last year with the…
March saw several significant legal department appointments in some of the world’s largest corporations. This article recapitulates some of the high-profile hires that occurred in companies such as John Deere, Geico, and Zoom. John Deere led the way, setting a benchmark for other businesses with its critical in-house hires. Recognizing the importance of internal legal…
Legal professionals closely following the cross-country legal battle involving OpenAI Inc. might be intrigued to find that the saga is escalating, as a New York federal court recently decided that California plaintiffs can’t intervene to deter proceedings parallel to their own. The technology company, which finds itself in the crosshairs of copyright infringement allegations, had…
Two seasoned professionals from the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice have moved into private practice, making their mark in Washington D.C’s legal landscape. The transitions took place earlier this week, according to statements from their respective firms. One of the division veterans has joined the ranks of Skadden Arps Slate Meagher &…
The Russian Federation has formally demanded the extradition of all individuals from Ukraine believed to have a connection with recent acts of terrorism. The statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation comes as a result of an investigation into the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk on…
On Monday, a federal court in Texas commanded a Chinese smartphone producer to compensate Korean firm Pantech, dishing out a verdict penalty in excess of $10 million. The legal tussle revolved around a patent dispute concerning technology that is integral to adherence with 5G wireless standards. The aforementioned case contributes to a growing body of…
Judges in the Northern District of Texas have reportedly chosen to keep their existing case assignment system unchanged. This is despite a recent attempt by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to encourage the district to instate a newly revised policy meant to counteract the practice of judge shopping among litigants. This was announced by the…
Law, well-known for its demanding nature and high-stress environment, leaves many practitioners searching for strategies to manage their stress. Leading figures in the field are sharing how they cope. In a recent Q&A series discussing life in law, Emma Danks, Corporate Head at Taylor Wessing, and Commercial Partner Sam Jardine at Fieldfisher, shared their personal…
Renowned legal services organization Bet Tzedek located in Los Angeles is known for its brick and mortar legal clinics dedicated to aiding individuals representing themselves through the complex conservatorship process. These involve court-appointed individuals taking charge of personal and financial matters for those incapable due to illness or disability. However, these clinics have often been…
In the ongoing evolution of technology and artificial intelligence (AI), a significant upheaval is seen in various sectors, including the legal realm. The capacity of AI to step onto the terrene formerly exclusive to human intellect, such as art, literature, and music, calls for a reassessment of the role of human creativity in the age…
The Islamabad High Court has granted an appeal to the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, suspending his 14-year sentence related to graft charges according to a statement by his political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. The appeal links to the Toshakhana corruption case, a situation in which Khan was accused of selling state gifts. His…
Recent developments in the financial law sphere have seen Blakes, Allen & Overy, and Wachtell serve as counsel in a landmark banking deal, resulting in the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) acquiring HSBC’s Canadian operations. This deal marks one of the largest in Canadian history, with implications far-reaching into the global financial sector. It is…
In a swift transition aimed at refreshing its leadership structure, prominent law firm Fox Rothschild LLP has recently announced the appointment of new office managing partners as well as practice group chairs. Unveiled on Monday, this move marks the latest wave in the firm’s leadership rotation. Fox Rothschild, with an extensive national reach and a…
After experiencing a period of declining head count and revenue, the litigation firm, Boies Schiller Flexner, has made a noteworthy comeback, signaling a shift back into growth mode. The firm, which has represented major corporations and has been involved in high-profile cases, makes a blueprint for resilience. It is not uncommon for law firms to…
In a recent development, a Judge has cleared the path for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) race-bias lawsuit against Tesla to proceed, essentially setting aside arguments of Tesla that the lawsuit had “factual vacuity.” Tesla had previously contended that the lawsuit lacked the needed specificity, a point the court dismissed as an oversimplification of…
In a recent strategic move, Delaware-based law firm, Morris James LLP, has appointed three new lawyers from Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP. Notably, these hires will spearhead their newly launched corporate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice. This initiative is designed to bolster Morris James’ demonstrated competence in corporate law services, according to…
Butler Snow, an established firm within The Am Law 200’s elite tier, has laid out plans to relocate its offices to the Neuhoff, a historical meatpacking plant situated in the Northern outskirts of downtown Nashville. This move signals a shifting trend among esteemed law firms to explore smaller, more collaborative spaces for their practice. The…
Liberty Media Corp, the owner of Formula 1, is seeking legal council from O’Melveny & Myers regarding the planned acquisition of Dorna Sports, the rights holder of MotoGP World Championship motorcyle racing league. The deal, worth $3.8 billion dollars, would expand Liberty Media’s portfolio in live sports and entertainment offerings.Bloomberg Law reports this involvement is…
Bankrupt hand sanitizer company, 4E Brands North America, has decided to modify its court-approved liquidation plan. This new move will permit creditors to recover potential forfeited fees from the company’s previous attorneys at Jackson Walker LLP. This recent ruling that allows the amendment of the liquidation plan has paved the way for junior creditors to…
Peru’s Prosecutor’s Office instructed President Dina Boluarte to show all Rolex watches she owns on April 5, following a search of her home and office as part of an ongoing corruption investigation. Enforced by the Supreme Court of Justice’s ruling, the action against Boluarte took place from Saturday night to the early hours of Sunday….