The jury in Donald Trump’s hush money case has commenced deliberations, marking a consequential moment in a legal saga that could have significant implications for the former president’s aspirations to return to the White House. The New York jury’s discussions come after weeks of testimony and evidence presentation in a case that has garnered substantial…
Faegre Drinker has announced that Josh Anderson has joined their Los Angeles office as a partner. Anderson will be spearheading the West Coast class actions team within the firm’s business litigation group. His extensive experience covers dispute resolution across industries such as insurance, financial services, life sciences, and pharmaceuticals. Throughout his career, Anderson has represented…
Illinois Bar Exam Change Illinois is poised to implement a new bar exam format starting in 2028, as confirmed by the state Supreme Court on Wednesday. Known as NextGen, the forthcoming test aims to better evaluate candidates’ proficiency in legal practice as opposed to purely memorizing legal doctrines. The state has been employing the Unified…
In a letter to Senators Dick Durbin and Sheldon Whitehouse, Justice Samuel Alito has once again refused to recuse himself from a highly contentious case involving former President Donald Trump. The case seeks to determine whether Trump’s “Stop the Steal” claims, which have been widely debunked, grant him absolute immunity from prosecution. Alito declared that…
Article During a recent engagement at the Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University, Justice Sonia Sotomayor openly expressed her feelings of frustration and emotion as a liberal jurist on a predominantly conservative Supreme Court. She conveyed the toll that the current judicial climate has taken on her, noting, “There are days that I’ve come to my…
As the legal profession often requires long hours and intense dedication, contemplating retirement can be a sophisticated balancing act for many lawyers. The idea of “Retiring Like A Lawyer” suggests a shift not only in one’s daily responsibilities but also in life priorities and personal fulfillment. According to a detailed analysis by Above the Law,…
Article on US Law Firm Leases in Q1 2024 Relocations accounted for more than half of U.S. law firm leases in the first quarter of 2024, a surprising shift from previous trends, according to a new report by Savills Law Firm Tenant. Overall leasing activity during Q1 was higher compared to the first quarters of…
Prominent figures in Florida’s legal community voiced their disappointment on Wednesday over Senator Rick Scott’s current inaction on the judiciary nomination of Detra Shaw-Wilder for the Southern District of Florida. Aaron Podhurst, a founder and partner of Podhurst Orseck in Miami, commented, “I am surprised and disappointed that perhaps political issues have slowed down her…
Harvey Weinstein may confront new allegations of rape and sexual assault in his upcoming retrial in New York. This follows a state appeals court’s decision last month to overturn his 2020 conviction. The retrial is tentatively slated to commence as early as September. According to Nicole Blumberg, a prosecutor for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg,…
On Wednesday, Second Circuit judges expressed reservations regarding a district court’s decision that permits non-lawyers to provide legal advice to low-income New Yorkers involved in debt collection cases. The initial ruling, which is being challenged by New York Attorney General Letitia James, asserts that such guidance constitutes protected speech under the First Amendment. Judge Richard…
In a strategic move to bolster its corporate, M&A, and securities group, Blank Rome has announced the addition of three notable legal professionals to its Boston office. The firm confirmed that Steve Brook and Rob Chow will join as partners, while Bill Sopp will take on the role of senior counsel. This development underscores Blank…
Two major legal tech entities, vLex and iManage, have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing workflow and knowledge resources for their clients. The collaboration will integrate vLex’s Vincent AI platform with iManage’s knowledge work platform. This partnership allows users to access information curated in iManage Insight+ via Vincent AI, as well as automatically incorporate docket…
Husch Blackwell is set to expand its presence in Nashville, Tennessee, by establishing a physical office in the city, a significant step coming after the firm hired eight attorneys over the past year through its fully remote Link office. The new brick-and-mortar location will be led by intellectual property partner Tim Capria. For further details,…
Legal giant White & Case has been implicated in a substantial $1.83 billion lawsuit connected to the notorious Malaysia state fund scandal. The suit centers around allegations that the Malaysian state investment fund, 1MDB, was deceitfully led to believe that PetroSaudi, a key entity involved, was owned by the late Saudi King Abdullah. This alleged…
President Joe Biden has underscored to Black voters the significance of the upcoming Supreme Court nominations in light of his anticipated rematch against Republican Donald Trump this November. As reported, Biden emphasized that the future ideological balance of the Supreme Court is crucial, and aligning with progressive values on this front could be a decisive…
The Kenyan Parliament has launched four public hearings into alleged human rights violations committed by UK troops stationed in the country. The first two hearings took place in Laikipia County on Tuesday, with the next hearing having occurred Wednesday morning in Samburu County, and the last hearing set for Thursday morning back in Laikipia. The…
Greenberg Traurig LLP has become one of the first law firms to secure licensing as a regional headquarters (RHQ) company in Saudi Arabia. This designation allows the firm to benefit significantly from a 30-year tax break, as announced by the firm on Tuesday. The move represents a strategic expansion in the Middle East, aligning with…
Ellis Oster has joined Hinshaw & Culbertson as a partner in its consumer financial services practice in the New York office, the firm announced on Wednesday. Oster, who has an active litigation practice, advises companies on municipal, state, and federal regulatory changes and compliance matters, according to the firm. He brings substantial expertise in representing…
Elon Musk’s lawyer, Alex Spiro, from Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, has been granted permission to defend him against defamation claims in Texas. The decision was made by Judge Maria Cantú Hexsel of the 53rd Civil District Court in Travis County. Spiro, who is based in Quinn Emanuel’s New York office, had faced controversy…
Sungbum Lee has joined Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman as an international trade partner in the firm’s London office, marking a strategic addition to the firm’s growing international trade practice. Pillsbury announced Wednesday that Lee will represent South Korean clients on trade matters such as US trade remedy proceedings, US and European Union economic sanctions relating…
Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick has decided not to grant motions aiming to prevent Tesla from attempting to relitigate Elon Musk’s overturned compensation plan outside Delaware. In her decision issued Tuesday, McCormick emphasized that she is holding defense counsel to their promises and indicated the possibility of reopening the motions if these commitments are not upheld. For…
The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University has partnered with Diné College and the Navajo Nation to establish a first-of-its-kind legal education program focused on Native American law. This initiative marks a milestone in legal education by introducing the world’s first tribally affiliated legal education program. The curriculum features four comprehensive…
A recent decision from the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal has stirred conversations in the legal community, particularly regarding the use of peremptory challenges in jury selection. According to the court, a juror’s interest in the popular TV series “CSI” constituted a valid reason for the defense to strike him from the panel, despite…
Menendez Trial Judge Sticks With Order Barring Texts The federal judge presiding over the corruption trial of U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez announced on Wednesday that he is maintaining his decision to bar prosecutors from using text messages as evidence. The texts in question are purported to bolster claims that the New Jersey Democrat accepted bribes…
In a recent development at the highly scrutinized fraud trial of UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch, the defendant has sought to minimize the significance of a controversial email exchange from 2010. The proceedings, which revolve around Lynch’s role in Hewlett Packard Co.’s (HP) $11 billion acquisition of his software startup, Autonomy Corp., have become a…