The recent fee dispute between two front-running law firms over the Larry Nassar case is heading for trial. The Michigan-based legal firm Lipton Law Center PC has been allowed to initiate a trial against Colorado firm Andrus Wagstaff PC based on its allegations that the latter didn’t compensate for the joint work both bodies performed…
Reed Smith has welcomed Teresa M.L. Tate as a new partner in the global corporate group at their San Francisco office, the firm announced on Thursday. Previously with Morrison & Foerster, Tate also takes the helm as chair of Reed Smith’s emerging growth/venture capital team. In her new role, Tate’s responsibilities include advising both public…
The New Jersey Law Journal has announced its call for nominations for the 2024 New Jersey Legal Awards. The awards aim to recognize exceptional attorneys and legal work throughout the state. This year, corporations and law firms of all sizes with an office in New Jersey are eligible for the Litigation Departments of the Year…
Following in the footsteps of the late hip-hop icon 2Pac, various artists have attempted to capture his haunting ability to predict his own fate and live on through his music. 2Pac’s legacy extends far beyond “If I Die 2Nite“, and his music career even seemed to continue posthumously with the release of six successful albums…
In an argument heard by the Supreme Court on Tuesday, lawyers for former President Donald Trump were seeking to dismiss his federal election interference case on the grounds of “magical, perpetual presidential immunity”. This controversial move was led by Trump’s lawyer, D. John Sauer, who alleged the risk of “de facto blackmail and extortion” if…
Extracurricular activities often make for well-rounded professionals, and for attorneys, it seems no different. Kerry Irwin suggests that her passion for equestrianism provides transcendental skills which are applicable in her legal practice. This particularly holds in the areas of team building, continuing education, and self-recuperation. In an enlightening piece she penned, Irwin describes how riding…
In an engaging examination of how personal pastimes can stimulate professional growth, lawyer Kerry Irwin shares how her experiences as an equestrian have enriched her legal career. Featured in her recent column for Law360, Irwin explores the parallels between horseback riding and practicing law, and finds substantial similarities in the requisite skills for both. Irwin,…
The midsize Manhattan firm Morrison Cohen is making transformations, altering its pay system after several partner departures, reports Bloomberg Law . Both Co-Managing Partners, Y. David Scharf and Steve Cooperman, are undertaking painful measures to uphold the status of the establishment. The new measures, which they admit may feel disruptive, have entailed modifying a long-standing…
American citizens currently owe $1.77 trillion in student loan debt, 93% of which is owed to the federal government, according to Upsolve. This nonprofit firm, which assists low-income individuals in filing for bankruptcy free of charge, has been able to help more than 13,000 users eliminate over $750 million in loans through its debt relief…
Mastering nonverbal cues in court can drastically shift the way counsel and their case are perceived by jurors, as exemplified by recent observations about President Donald Trump’s nonverbal communication style. This is an area where legal professionals would do well to invest some time and training, according to remarks by Clint Townson from Townson Consulting….
In a recent legal development, U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani for the District of Massachusetts reversed a $1 million exemplary damages award related to the misappropriation of trade secrets, taking into consideration the covert acts of an employee who acted surreptitiously beyond simple job hunting. The case involved a former employee, Parzych, who was accused…
The legal practice management software, Tabs3, is making it easier for firms to handle their finances both on-premises and in the cloud. With this software, legal professionals can create and send bills, receive electronic payments, manage trust accounts, accounts payable and general ledger with utmost efficiency. An additional feature, PracticeMaster, allows users to neatly organize…
Feedback is one of the most direct forms of professional growth. However, it’s not always clear-cut what to do when you receive criticism, advice, or even praise. The process of dealing with feedback involves careful consideration of the source, giving time for reflection, and finally implementing necessary actions. Considering the source is the first step….
Biglaw firms are known for their generous compensation, often coming in the form of bonuses. The latest firm to make notable adjustments to its bonus policy is McGuireWoods, a notable player that secured gross revenue of $1,020,023,000 in 2023, ranking it 52nd on the Am Law 100 list. In an attempt to reward its highest-performing…
In a recent ruling within the US Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), it was established that an attorney working within the department could advance certain allegations that she faced both age and sex-based discrimination which negatively impacted her professional growth. However, the federal judge decreed that certain other bias claims the attorney presented…
Protests have taken a sonic turn with the audible demonstration against former US President Donald Trump, outside the United States Supreme Court. Demonstrators utilized a variety of tools including megaphones, drums, bells and even music, to express their disapproval towards Trump. The rally grew over the course of Thursday morning’s session, culminating in several dozen…
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has been silent for over two weeks amid allegations of illicit enrichment and omission of documentation, as reported by law students of the Facultad de Derecho y Ciencias Políticas, Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco and members of Centro de Investigación de los Estudiantes de Derecho (CIED) student research…
Recent patent-infringement claims lodged against Roku Inc., a prominent maker of streaming platforms, were thrown out by a jury in Waco’s Western District of Texas. Connecticut-based firm, IOEngine LLC, had been seeking $318 million in damages, claiming that Roku had violated its patents through the process of creating, marketing and selling several of its products….
In an unusual case of self-sabotage, New Hampshire attorney Justin Nadeau found himself in the crosshairs of an ethics investigation, which ultimately led to his disbarment by the state’s Supreme Court. Under scrutiny for numerous questionable actions, including securing substantial loans from a client with a brain injury, Nadeau made the ill-advised decision to destroy…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) recently reported that military forces in Burkina Faso executed at least 233 civilians in attacks on two villages: Nondin and Soro, events characterized as “among the worst army abuse in Burkina Faso since 2015”. There is, as yet, no official justification from the military on the reason for these attacks. A…
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP continues to augment its team with the recent acquisition of an intellectual property (IP) lawyer from another law giant, Perkins Coie LLP. The yet unnamed attorney stands out as the third patent-focused litigator to depart from Perkins Coie within the same week. This attorney will join the impressive roster…
Hinshaw & Culbertson has announced the addition of two partners to its Los Angeles office, according to a recent Bloomberg Law article. David T. Hayek, previously with Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, has joined the firm’s insurance services industry group. His role will involve representing both domestic insurers and syndicates in the London and European insurance…
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has secured a license to practice law in Saudi Arabia. The firm has become one of the 30 global law firms seeking to establish a presence in the region, looking to tap into a burgeoning corporate sector marked by economic diversification initiatives driven by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and…
Faced with mounting lawsuits targeting the alleged downplay of severe gastrointestinal side effects of the drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, the manufacturers have been pulled under the limelight. Many lawsuits accuse these manufacturers, particularly Novo Nordisk AS and other similar companies, of underplaying these severe side effects. Originally created as a diabetes drug to regulate blood…
Rocket Matter, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of law practice management (LPM), continues to enhance its offerings to better serve professional service organizations since its acquisition by ProfitSolv in 2020. Extensions to the LPM software include secure file-sharing, electronic signatures, and an integrated customer resource management (CRM) system. The software is available under tiered pricing plans…