Cooley LLP has demonstrated impressive financial growth, attributed to its diverse mix of legal practices and involvement in numerous high-value transactions. The firm’s gross revenue increased by 5.8% in 2024, reaching a substantial $2.15 billion. This boost aligns with a marginal rise in lawyer headcount, with the revenue per lawyer escalating by 4.7% to $1.63…
In a recent development, Amnesty International has voiced strong criticism against the United States for the deportation of 238 Venezuelan nationals to El Salvador. The rights organization argues that this action not only endangers the lives of the migrants but also defies a court order intended to protect them from removal. This order was designed…
On March 26, the Supreme Court is set to release opinions from the current term, an event that will be closely covered by SCOTUSblog through live blogging. This occasion presents an opportunity to gain insights into the Court’s positions on pressing legal issues that have been argued during this term. The opinions could potentially address…
In a notable development within the entertainment industry, a federal judge in New York has issued a warning to the attorney representing a former music producer who worked with Sean “Diddy” Combs. The admonishment came in the context of civil litigation concerning sexual assault allegations. The judge expressed concern over what they described as a…
The Federal Circuit Court has upheld a decision by an administrative patent board, nullifying the claims in patents related to a 3D photography system utilized in medical imaging and clinical trials. This decision marks a significant development for Medical Image Co., which successfully contested the patents held by its competitor. The case highlights the ongoing…
In the ongoing legal battle between Intel Corp. and VLSI Technology, Intel has petitioned U.S. District Judge Alan Albright to ensure that the trial chiefly addresses the contentious ownership structure. This matter’s focus remains pivotal in deciding whether VLSI possesses the necessary license to operate under the disputed chip patents. This case involves complex patent…
Deutsche Bank’s chief legal officer has offered strategic advice for firms navigating regulatory investigations, emphasizing the importance of starting the remediation process early. Speaking at a recent panel, which convened the legal leaders from some of the world’s most prominent banks, lessons on preventative measures and the effective use of outside counsel were shared. The…
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has recently seen new guidance issued by its chief judge regarding the exercise of discretion in the denial of patent reviews when related litigation could be a deciding factor. This comes in the wake of a prior directive that was retracted last month. Addressing the complexities surrounding patent…
A seasoned attorney from Vinson & Elkins LLP, who has devoted over three decades to energy regulatory matters involving natural gas and the electric power industry, is transitioning his practice to Kirkland & Ellis LLP. This move marks a significant shift in his distinguished career. Having spent the past 31 years at V&E, his expertise…
FIFA has asked a federal judge in Puerto Rico to impose sanctions against attorneys who have accused the organization of attempting to suppress rival soccer entities on the island. The basis of FIFA’s request centers around a claim that these attorneys, in their defense against allegations of using artificial intelligence to cite nonexistent cases, have…
McCarter & English LLP announced an enhancement of its cybersecurity and data practice by appointing a seasoned FBI attorney to its team. This attorney previously played a significant role in directing the FBI’s strategies for handling data breaches and provided counsel to senior officials on issues concerning civil liberties, reflecting the firm’s commitment to addressing…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has partially overturned the convictions of a former K&L Gates attorney. Initially convicted on three counts of cyberstalking and harassment, the attorney saw one of these counts reversed after the appellate court found inadequate evidence to substantiate the accusation of making “true threats” towards one of…
Perkins Coie has been retained to defend Amazon.com Inc. and its subsidiary, Amazon Advertising LLC, in privacy class action lawsuits filed in Washington federal court. These lawsuits target Amazon’s use of software development kit technology, which allegedly collects users’ geolocation data without their consent. Further details reveal that Perkins Coie partners Erin Earl, Nicola Menaldo,…
Taiwan’s Realtek Semiconductor Corp. has filed a motion with a California federal judge seeking sanctions against two patent-holding companies. Realtek alleges that these entities have engaged in abusive litigation tactics, wasting both party and judicial resources. The case involves an antitrust lawsuit concerning a licensing agreement and a series of what Realtek claims are sham…
The Oprah Winfrey Network is currently embroiled in a legal conflict, as a federal lawsuit has been filed alleging that the network, along with a Georgia production company and the spouse of the company’s president, appropriated material from a Georgia screenwriter without permission. The material in question was allegedly used to create the movie “A…
A recent development in a legal battle involving Google and OpenAI has surfaced as a California federal judge dismissed state law claims levied against the tech giants. These claims were made under California and Massachusetts law, with allegations that both companies copied YouTube creators’ videos to train large language models. Adding a twist to the…
The Delaware legislature has passed amendments to the state’s corporate law that now await the governor’s signature, following extensive debates and testimony. The legislation underwent revisions suggested by the Corporation Law Council of the Delaware State Bar Association, reflecting the depth of consideration afforded to the bill. Proponents argue that these amendments are crucial for…
In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit Court has upheld a ruling by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), which invalidated claims in Xerox Corp.’s message distribution patent. This development marks a significant victory for Meta Platforms Inc., as it successfully challenged the patent’s validity. The PTAB had previously concluded that the claims in…
A Boston drug developer is appealing to the Federal Circuit after losing an infringement case against Pfizer. The dispute centers on Pfizer’s Paxlovid, a leading COVID-19 treatment. The company argues that a critical issue regarding a typo in a patent document should have been decided by a jury. This development comes as the parties continue…
In a recent escalation of tensions with major law firms, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that could significantly impact Jenner & Block’s business relationship with its prominent client, General Dynamics. Jenner & Block, founded in Chicago, now faces restrictions on its employees’ access to U.S. government buildings, a revocation of security clearances…
In what could lead to significant shifts in the landscape of corporate governance, a substantial overhaul of Delaware’s corporate law has passed the state’s legislature and is now awaiting the governor’s signature. The bill has attracted both support and criticism from within the legal community, highlighting a deepening divide over its implications. The legislative measure…
In a significant legislative development, Colorado Governor Jared Polis has enacted a bipartisan law aimed at expanding the state’s judicial capacity. This new measure will facilitate the appointment of 15 additional state court judges over the upcoming two years. The implementation of this law is anticipated to help manage caseloads more effectively and enhance the…
In a recent development from the legal sector, a federal judge in Colorado has decided not to impose sanctions against an oil and gas equipment company embroiled in a patent dispute. The decision came on Tuesday when the judge ruled that the equipment company could not seek sanctions against a competitor due to the company’s…
The Federal Circuit’s recent decision in Kroy IP Holdings LLC v. Groupon Inc. emphasizes an essential delineation regarding the use of collateral estoppel in patent litigation. Specifically, this ruling clarifies that inter partes review (IPR) petitioners cannot rely solely on collateral estoppel to invalidate patent claims after focusing their challenge on a narrower subset of…
A panel of judges from the Ninth Circuit has evaluated the prospect of reviving a copyright claim concerning Sam Smith and Normani’s 2019 track, “Dancing With a Stranger.” The judicial review, as reported by Law360, focused on perceived similarities between this popular hit and a composition from 2015 titled “Dancing With Strangers.” One judge noted…