The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear two consolidated appeals that could clarify the applicability of the First Step Act, a federal law that reduces mandatory minimum sentences, to individuals being re-sentenced for gun-related violent crimes. The central question is whether prisoners can benefit from the Act even if it was passed after their…
Recent reports on the adoption of AI in legal education, based on a survey distributed by the American Bar Association (ABA), have been significantly overstated. According to a Reuters article, the survey suggested that more than half of law schools are now offering courses on AI, with a majority providing students with opportunities to learn…
* Former President Donald Trump is invoking an immunity decision in his attempt to overturn a New York conviction, asserting that evidence introduced in his case dated after he took office was improperly included. For more detail on this decision’s implications, see Law360. An analysis of the decision’s impact on evidence criteria is available here….
In a prominent development within the finance industry, the Baupost Group, a notable hedge fund, has reduced its investing team by approximately 20%. This information came to light from a recent report on Above the Law. The layoffs are part of a broader trend observed across various financial institutions as they adapt to evolving market…
On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a pivotal decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, effectively ending the practice of Chevron deference, which had granted federal agencies broad authority to interpret ambiguous statutes they administer. This decision marks a significant shift in the landscape of administrative law, primarily impacting litigants under the…
Article The debate surrounding the necessity for clearer legislative drafting continues to gain traction, particularly in light of the ambiguity in laws that often leads to judicial and regulatory challenges. The crux of the argument centers on Congress’ predilection for drafting laws that lack precision, which in turn forces courts and administrative agencies into interpretative…
Legal News The US Supreme Court will scrutinize a Texas law that requires pornographic websites to verify the age of users, examining an industry trade group’s assertions that the measure infringes on the constitutional rights of adults. The case is set to test a law that has already led to significant actions, such as the…
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, renowned for its specialization in technology and innovation, has successfully leveraged its expertise to support the flourishing tech landscape in France. Orrick’s Paris tech group collaborates with the firm’s U.S. tech partners to assist French startups, contributing to the rise of multiple unicorns. Recently, the firm has either advised or represented…
The US Supreme Court will review a Biden administration appeal aimed at reinforcing the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) regulatory authority to ban flavored vaping products, especially those deemed likely to appeal to minors. The appeal comes in response to a ruling from a federal appeals court, which found the FDA had acted in an…
Each weekday, SCOTUSblog offers a curated selection of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. This Tuesday’s morning read, posted by Ellena Erskine on July 2, 2024, provides invaluable insights into current judicial proceedings and recent court decisions. Of particular interest in this edition is the takeaway from the Supreme…
For recent college graduates finding it difficult to secure employment, a rather unconventional solution has been proposed: consider moving to Bolivia. In his article for Bloomberg, Jonathan Levin discusses the current state of the labor market, pointing out that the ratio of new hires to total employees is at one of its lowest points since…
Law.com Radar, a service providing AI-enhanced alerts for new lawsuits filed in over 2,400 U.S. federal and state courts, has begun tagging all new civil filings using the SALI Alliance taxonomy, a system designed to standardize legal data across the industry. According to Vanessa Blum, vice president of innovation at ALM, the parent company of…
Biden’s ’Restore Roe’ Abortion Pledge Isn’t Enough: Lisa Jarvis Last week, a series of developments related to abortion underscored the maddening state of access in the US—and the urgent need for President Joe Biden to update the way he talks about the issue before November’s presidential election, when reproductive rights are again on the ballot….
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has recently hired Hadrien Servais, a prominent leveraged finance attorney from White & Case, to lead its European private credit team primarily based in Brussels. Servais is known for advising direct lenders, major investment banks, private capital providers, and private equity sponsors. His practice encompasses cross-border acquisition and leveraged finance, opportunistic…
The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is preparing to introduce a proposed regulation aimed at protecting approximately 36 million workers from heat-related stress, both indoors and outdoors. This initiative follows the recent heat dome event that brought extremely high temperatures across various states at the end of June. The proposal is set to…
In a recent ruling that has drawn considerable attention and critique, former President Donald Trump secured a court victory that many legal observers, including notable constitutional scholar Noah Feldman, argue fortifies the concept of an “imperial presidency.” The conservative justices, according to Feldman, deviated from their usual judicial principles, resulting in a verdict that diverges…
“`html International law firm K&L Gates has added to its Australian offices with the hire of corporate, real estate, and intellectual property partners. This takes the firm’s partner hires in Australia to eight this year. Researchers in the legal field might find it noteworthy that the latest hires include real estate partner Simon Moen and…
International law firm Bird & Bird has chosen the AI platform Leya to trial throughout its global offices. Following an evaluation of various generative AI legal assistants, the firm will test the platform over a six-month period. The trial will focus on tasks such as analyzing local laws, reviewing case law, drafting contracts, and document…
Tools for Humanity Corp., the tech company behind the Worldcoin cryptocurrency project co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, has appointed former Twitter privacy chief Damien Kieran as its first chief privacy officer. The company is at a critical juncture, facing intense regulatory scrutiny over privacy, decentralized finance, and artificial intelligence. Their technology, which includes a metallic…
As the legal landscape continuously evolves, one of the notable phenomena making waves on Wall Street is the substantial increase in pay for certain elite lawyers. This dramatic rise, which has seen compensation as much as triple over the past five years, underscores the star-centric nature of high-end legal services and the burgeoning market for…
Osborne Clarke’s profit per equity partner (PEP) has shown a strong rebound after a decline in 2023, with the firm reporting double-digit revenue and profit growth. This year, the firm’s PEP figure increased by 11% to £771,000. Although this is still below the 2022 figure of £796,000, it marks a significant recovery from last year’s…
International law firm Baker McKenzie has expanded its presence in Saudi Arabia by acquiring a majority stake in its long-term associated firm, Legal Advisors, Abdulaziz Alajlan & Partners. The firm will now operate under the name Baker McKenzie Law Firm. Alongside this acquisition, the firm has also received a Regional Headquarters (RHQ) license from the…
Law firm Kennedys has reported a 17% increase in revenue, largely credited to its expansion in the United States. While the firm experienced its most significant growth in the US, all regions saw a revenue increase. For more details, visit the original article.
Employer Attacks on NLRB Rulings Employers are increasingly examining the potential impacts of the US Supreme Court’s recent decision on judicial review of agency actions, particularly as they consider augmenting their challenges to National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) rulings. Historically, the Court displayed deference to the NLRB’s interpretation of federal labor laws, establishing its stance…
The shift from fossil fuels to renewable technologies is proving beneficial for private equity fundraising, even amid a broader industry downturn. According to investment data firm Preqin, investors raised $17.4 billion for energy transition projects through June, outstripping the $10.3 billion raised last year and setting a pace for a record year over the past…