In a surprising twist, global law firm Dentons is facing allegations of unethical behavior, centered on claims that it assisted a vape distributor in sabotaging a manufacturer. According to a lawsuit filed on Tuesday in the US District Court for the Central District of California, vape distributor Next Level Holdings allegedly worked with Dentons employees…
Lawyers representing 97-year-old Federal Circuit Judge Pauline Newman have released a comprehensive 44-page report from Dr. Aaron Filler, a neurosurgeon, stating that the embattled judge remains fully capable of performing her judicial duties. The report underscores Newman’s ability to serve on the bench, despite her suspension by colleagues from the Federal Circuit due to her…
Isha Marathe recently addressed attendees at the Women, Influence, and Power Conference 2024 in Chicago, a platform that continues to inspire and empower female leaders in the legal sector. During her session, Marathe delved into the nuances of legal communication in modern corporate environments, stressing the importance of precision and clarity. Legal professionals gathered valuable…
Brooks Sports has taken legal action, asking a federal court to address a patent dispute with PUMA. The litigation centers on alleged patent infringements related to running shoe technologies. Barbara Barrilleaux, vice president of general counsel at Brooks Running, stated that Brooks, which has held a dominant position in the U.S. adult performance running footwear…
Harvard University stood before a Boston federal judge on Tuesday to address a legal challenge brought by its alumni concerning allegations of antisemitism on campus. The university’s counsel acknowledged the alumni’s concerns but highlighted a fundamental legal issue—alumni lack the requisite standing to pursue these claims in court. Further details can be found in the…
This year’s Women, Influence and Power in Law conference is in full swing at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place in Chicago. Hosted by ALM Media, Law.com, and Corporate Counsel, the event gathers more than 700 women in-house and outside counsel. A key highlight of the conference is the participation of Sheila Robinson-Kiss, and “Legal Speak”…
City University of New York (CUNY) is being urged to reform its hate speech policies following a surge in antisemitic incidents on campuses. According to a report by law firm Latham & Watkins, the institution must take immediate action, particularly by updating its complaint system and creating a victim’s advocate program. This report was commissioned…
Canada’s federal government has announced plans to commit CAD 250 million (USD 186 million) to tackle the growing problem of homeless encampments and homelessness across the country. Provinces will need to match the government’s investment cost to qualify for the grants. This new funding is an extension of the existing Reaching Home program, which aims…
Google Ads ’Hijacking’ by Lawyers Faces Torn NJ Supreme Court Misdirection and the ability to sell an idea are strong advantages for lawyers in the courtroom, but the New Jersey Supreme Court was split over where the line lies between unethical attorney behavior and valid self-promotion when lawyers compete with rivals using search engines. The…
The former minister of transport of Singapore, S Iswaran, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to five charges in a corruption case that has drawn significant attention from legal professionals both within and outside Singapore. Iswaran, who was accused of receiving gifts worth over S $400,000 (more than US $300,000), faced charges related to his interactions with…
The Fourth Circuit is showing signs of confirming a significant sanction of approximately $1 million against New York plaintiffs attorney Paul Napoli. The case revolves around allegedly frivolous court filings in a contentious dispute with another law firm over asbestos litigation client referrals. A judge on the panel has suggested that Napoli’s actions amount to…
Elizabeth Freeman, formerly a partner at Jackson Walker LLP, has sought judicial intervention to stop a government subpoena requesting her personal bank records. This action follows the probe into the alleged concealment of her relationship with ex-bankruptcy judge David R. Jones, as noted by Bloomberg Law. The US Trustee, the Department of Justice’s bankruptcy monitor,…
In a recent decision, the Eleventh Circuit has rejected an attempt by attorneys to collect fees following a partial victory in an intellectual property (IP) dispute centered around a roller-coaster project in Dubai. The attorneys sought compensation for their efforts, but the court concluded that their partial success did not warrant the recovery of fees….
In a significant move for the legal community, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP has announced the hiring of a new head for their privacy practice group. The new addition is a former vice president and chief privacy officer at Google, who has dedicated over 13½ years to leading a team of privacy specialists aimed at…
Diane Wozniak has joined Holland & Hart as a partner in the firm’s private client team based in Denver, the firm announced Tuesday. In her new role, Wozniak will provide guidance to high-net-worth individuals, particularly in relation to marital agreements aimed at safeguarding generational wealth. Her client base includes individuals, families, and family offices, all…
A coalition of environmental, human rights, and Indigenous groups has called on the EU to designate Malaysia’s Sarawak state as “high risk” under its new anti-deforestation law, the European Union’s Deforestation-Free Products Regulation (EUDR). This comes as the EU prepares to implement the regulation in January 2025, aiming to curb imports linked to deforestation and…
Legal News Coverage Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has augmented its artificial intelligence (AI) practice group with the addition of seasoned professional Keith Enright. Enright, who previously held the role of Chief Privacy Officer at Google, joins the prominent law firm as a partner based in their Palo Alto, California office. He will also take…
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School will soon see a significant transition in its leadership. The current dean and chief executive officer, who is notably the first Black person to hold the position, has announced plans to step down next year. This decision comes as Georgia makes preparations to implement a new bar exam in July…
In a recent development, a North Carolina federal judge granted Dentons and Morningstar Law Group permission to withdraw as counsel for Transtate Equipment Co. Inc. in a copyright and unfair competition case. This decision came after a stipulation was reached with attorneys representing a Dutch health technology conglomerate, which had initially opposed the request. The…
In a move to enhance contract automation, Dentons, the world’s largest law firm, has launched an artificial intelligence platform. Initially available to around 40 attorneys in Central Europe, the AI bot is designed to simplify and streamline contract-related tasks. This pilot program, which has been in test production for four to six weeks, was officially…
A Georgian-American businessman, who was named in special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on the 2016 Russian election interference, has petitioned the D.C. Circuit for an en banc review. He seeks to challenge a panel’s earlier decision not to revive his Privacy Act damages claim related to alleged inaccuracies in the report. The businessman argues that…
NJ Justices Seem Doubtful Over Barring Atty Keyword Search The New Jersey Supreme Court expressed skepticism on Tuesday regarding the prohibition of attorneys from purchasing other lawyers’ names as keywords in search engines. The justices questioned the viability of such a ban in light of potential First Amendment challenges. For more detailed insight, visit the…
Amid the “complex” threat landscape for judges, the U.S. Marshals Service has been urged to take more proactive measures to encourage federal judges to enroll in their home security program, according to a federal watchdog report released on Tuesday. This comes in response to growing concerns over the safety of judicial officials and the need…
In a notable week for Canadian law firms, partners from Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG) and Norton Rose Fulbright have been appointed to the bench. Canada’s Minister of Justice, Arif Virani, announced on Monday the appointments of BLG partner and national business leader of commercial litigation, Mathieu Piché-Messier, alongside Horia Bundaru, a partner and head of…
A group of authors, spearheaded by comedian Sarah Silverman, have enlisted the legal acumen of David Boies in their copyright class action against Meta Platforms Inc. The authors allege that Meta’s AI model has been trained on their books without obtaining proper authorization. This move follows a pointed criticism from Judge Vince Chhabria of the…