Every weekday, SCOTUSblog curates a list of notable news articles and commentary pertaining to the Supreme Court. For Monday, June 3, 2024, here are some key highlights: Upcoming Opinions: The Supreme Court is expected to issue one or more opinions from the current term on Thursday, June 6. The rulings will be available at 9:45…
The US Supreme Court has reinstated a lawsuit challenging the redistricting of an Arkansas congressional district that plaintiffs argue unconstitutionally diluted Black votes. The court’s decision sends the case back to a federal trial court for further examination. On May 23, in Alexander v. SC Conference of NAACP, the Supreme Court reaffirmed the principle that…
In a notable move within the legal industry, Washington, D.C.-based white collar attorney Steve Solow is set to establish his own firm. Solow’s distinguished career encompasses significant roles in government service, BigLaw, and academia. His transition from Baker Botts to launching a solo practice marks a new chapter in his professional journey. Further details are…
In what amounts to a busy day for the legal world, there are multiple noteworthy developments. Chief Justice John Roberts has declined an invitation from the Senate to discuss matters pertaining to allegations of corruption within the judiciary. This move has stirred significant debate, particularly as there is a recognized response to Roberts’ stance. For…
A recent commentary by Lisa Jarvis in Bloomberg Law underscores the pressing need for gender-neutral HPV vaccination strategies. Historically, HPV vaccinations have been primarily associated with preventing cervical cancer in women. However, emerging research presented at a recent major cancer conference highlights the significant benefits of these vaccines for men as well. Human papillomavirus (HPV)…
In a strategic move set to reshape the landscape of legal technology, LexisNexis Legal & Professional announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Belgium-based contract drafting company Henchman. The acquisition aims to integrate Henchman’s advanced document management system with LexisNexis’ resources to expedite document drafting processes. Henchman’s technology is renowned for…
The international community is vociferously condemning an Israeli bill that aims to designate the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) as a terrorist organization. The bill, passed in a preliminary motion by the Knesset on May 30, seeks to shut down UNRWA offices in Israel and remove…
Companies are not backing down from their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs despite the contentious political climate, according to recent data. A survey by global executive head-hunting firm Bridge Partners reveals that most companies plan to enhance their DEI initiatives over the next two years. This trend proceeds despite uncertainty about the political future…
In a recent development, the Vice Minister of National Defense of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) announced Sunday that the nation would cease sending waste-carrying balloons to South Korea. This decision follows the initiation of the waste balloon project on May 28, which involved transporting paper and rubbish into major South Korean metropolitan…
Pershing Square, the hedge-fund firm managed by Bill Ackman, has sold a 10% stake for $1.05 billion as part of preparations for an initial public offering (IPO). The strategic move values the firm at over $10 billion. Prominent investors in this deal include Arch Capital Group Ltd., BTG Pactual, Consulta Ltd., ICONIQ Investment Management, Menora…
Waste Management Inc., North America’s largest waste recycling firm, has reached an agreement to acquire Stericycle Inc., a prominent player in the medical-waste disposal industry, for approximately $7.2 billion. This acquisition is poised to be one of the largest transactions in the waste management sector, reinforcing Waste Management’s dominant position as the largest trash collection…
In a significant transaction in the European renewable energy sector, Clifford Chance is leading legal advisory operations on Brookfield’s $6.1 billion acquisition of a French renewable company. This deal marks one of the largest transactions in Europe to date this year. Prominent French law firms Bredin Prat and Gide are also playing key roles in…
Continuing its hiring spree in the finance space, Paul Hastings LLP announced that it is enhancing its capabilities by bringing on a team of 11 partners from King & Spalding LLP. Notably, the team includes the co-head of the global finance and restructuring practice, marking a significant move for Paul Hastings in strengthening its finance…
In a series of notable cases, the Washington, DC-based law firm Miller & Chevalier has been enlisted to defend several high-profile district attorneys facing removal efforts. This includes Jose Garza, the district attorney in Austin, Texas, who is currently engaged in a legal battle to retain his position. This defense comes amid broader removal efforts…
Becton, Dickinson & Co. (BD) has announced an agreement to acquire the critical care unit of Edwards Lifesciences Corp. for $4.2 billion in cash. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance BD’s portfolio of smart medical monitoring products. The critical care unit employs approximately 4,500 people, primarily based in Irvine, California, and generated over $900 million…
RPC has secured another corporate partner from a Singapore boutique, with Kiat Wee Lau joining their ranks. Lau, previously a partner at a Big Four Singapore firm, comes with extensive expertise in areas including M&A, financial regulation, funds, private equity, venture capital, and private wealth deals specifically within the Asia Pacific region. Read more.
Shilpa Bhandarkar, recently promoted to Linklaters’ global partnership, balances her role as the CEO of the firm’s flagship contracting platform CreateiQ, while co-chairing the firm’s Gen AI steering group. Her career trajectory showcases a shift from energy and infrastructure law to entrepreneurship, with impactful roles including the firm’s India COO and Africa business manager, and…
Delaware Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. emphasized the importance of judicial independence, a value deeply ingrained in him from childhood conversations with his father. Decades before he began hearing high-stakes appeals involving powerful CEOs and majority shareholders, Seitz Jr. was influenced by his father’s unwavering commitment to impartiality. His father, also a…
Buoyed by unprecedented billing rate hikes and heightened competition for rainmakers, firms are expanding their partner pay scales and will likely continue to do so as the industry remains in a long-running race for growth. But Big Law isn’t just increasing the spread between its highest- and lowest-paid partners—it’s evolving on compensation in several ways,…
Wall Street law firms are making significant inroads into the booming sports deals market, competing with established rivals that have long served billionaire buyers and sellers. The increasing value of sports franchises is drawing high-net-worth investors to a limited number of available teams. This has led to new competition among firms traditionally dominated by incumbent…
Paul Hastings is set to bolster its fast-growing finance practice with the addition of a nine-partner restructuring and private credit team from King & Spalding, led by Jennifer Daly. The move, which includes about 20 lawyers in total, reflects the firm’s strategic focus on expanding its finance and restructuring capabilities, and capitalizing on the burgeoning…
It should be a fundamental truth that government officials cannot leverage their regulatory power to penalize an advocacy group based on disagreement with its viewpoint. Nevertheless, this is exactly the course of action that former Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York and his chief financial regulator, Maria Vullo, pursued against the National Rifle Association (NRA)…
Looming circuit court rulings on the constitutionality of FINRA and other Wall Street self-regulatory groups have attorneys and law professors concerned about a potential shock to the American securities trading system if the bodies that police the market are rendered powerless. The clashes over these self-regulatory organizations, some little known outside the financial industry, are…
Snap Removal Split Can Fly Under Radar Due to Procedural Quirk An April decision from the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit highlights a procedural quirk that may make it harder for the Supreme Court to resolve a conflict over the propriety of snap removals—an increasingly common tactic for avoiding a federal statute…
In Cantero v. Bank of America, the US Supreme Court declined to decide whether Bank of America Corporation must pay interest on New York mortgage borrowers’ escrow accounts. The case, regardless of whether it returns to the high court, continues to highlight unresolved issues involving conflicting state and federal laws. Divergent regulatory frameworks at federal…