In high-profile litigation, the possibility of former President Donald Trump testifying looms. Whilst Trump himself has yet to confirm his decision, the opportunity for him to do so remains an intriguing consideration. Reuters has more.
Meanwhile, the seafood industry was hit with a shock when Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy. With reports suggesting endless shrimp offerings may have been a contributing factor, the corporation’s financial instability has now become an industry concern. Detailed coverage is offered by CNN.
In licensing news, the American Bar Association is becoming more receptive to alternative methods. This shift in protocol seems set to change the traditionally rigid landscape of legal certifications. More information can be found over at the ABA Journal.
The persistently pressing question, whether lawyers ever cease working, seems to have a straightforward answer: No. This profession’s insatiable demand for ultimate dedication continues to pose challenges. Insightful analysis provided by Law360.
Additionally, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been granted an appeal ahead of his possible extradition, raising new questions in this ongoing saga. Law360 documents this development.
Turning to corporations, as large law firms or ‘Biglaw’ grapple with the task of constructing poach-proof firms, the focus is rapidly shifting towards diversifying client accounts. For deeper understanding, Intuitive Career Coaching offers their take.
Moreover, the effort dedicated to building such firms is ramping up hiring within executive circles across Biglaw. Observations illustrating this trend can be observed at American Lawyer.
Finally, a fresh partnership in the field is highlighting the reality that the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) market may be becoming overly saturated. An analysis of this situation can be found at Artificial Lawyer.