Fox Rothschild LLP has announced the hiring of James Smedley as a partner in its Princeton, New Jersey office, bolstering the firm’s intellectual property (IP) practice group. Smedley is set to enhance the legal services offered by the firm, particularly in the areas of software, information technology, and tech-enabled hardware. As a seasoned IP attorney,…
Several major law firms are involved in advising on a €24.1 billion ($26 billion) debt restructuring for the French telecom group Altice, owned by entrepreneur Patrick Drahi. This restructuring is pivotal for Altice as it seeks to reduce its debt by around €8.6 billion, thereby lowering interest costs and improving its financial standing. Prominent firms…
Akin has announced the addition of Charlie Ofner as a partner in its global energy and infrastructure team, further strengthening its Houston office. Ofner brings to the firm his extensive experience in handling energy and infrastructure transactions. He deals with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, project development, and commercial contracts across different energy sectors. Before…
In a strategic move to enhance its government contracts practice, Hunton Andrews Kurth has recruited Eric Crusius as a partner in their Washington office. The announcement was made on Thursday, as reported by Bloomberg Law. Crusius’s expertise spans a comprehensive range of areas crucial to the field of government contracts, including representing clients in bid…
Renowned law firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has announced the addition of Jill Vorobiev as a new partner in their labor and employment litigation practice, based in Chicago. Vorobiev joins Morgan Lewis from Reed Smith, bringing extensive experience in handling complex litigation on behalf of corporate clients. Her expertise spans cases across federal, state,…
As trade tensions between the United States and Canada escalate, dual degree law students from the University of Windsor and University of Detroit Mercy find themselves directly affected by the implications of these policy changes. Recent tariffs imposed by President Trump—25% on most Canadian goods and 10% on energy products—have placed these students, who traverse…
A federal judge in California has declined Elon Musk’s request to halt the partnership between OpenAI and Microsoft. The decision, handed down on Tuesday by Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, rejected Musk’s bid for a preliminary injunction. Musk had filed the injunction in December 2024…
The expansion of nonequity partner ranks within the Am Law 200 firms, initially seen as a method to enhance profitability, may have a counterproductive impact on firms’ performance, according to recent analysis. As reported by Law.com, firms have been adding or expanding nonequity tiers significantly, with nonequity growth outpacing equity growth in many instances. Among…
In the closely watched murder trial of Orange County Judge Jeffrey Ferguson, attorneys directly addressed a jury that has been deadlocked since Monday. The legal teams clashed over whether Judge Ferguson’s discharge of a firearm, which resulted in the death of his wife in 2023, constitutes involuntary manslaughter or second-degree murder under California law. These…
Addleshaw Goddard has announced the implementation of the AI platform Legora across its legal operations. This move comes shortly after Bird & Bird, another prominent UK-based firm, adopted Legora following a six-month trial period. Addleshaw Goddard’s decision to replace its previous tool, CoCounsel, with Legora follows a year of discussions with the Swedish-founded company. The…
Amy Drushal, an attorney at Trenam, emphasizes the unexpected benefits her commitment to beach volleyball brings to her legal career. Drushal notes how the sport reinforces essential skills such as teamwork, perseverance, professionalism, and stress management, illustrating the parallels between the demands on the court and in the legal field. These attributes, honed through her…
Amy Drushal, an attorney at Trenam, claims that her dedication to beach volleyball directly enhances her legal acumen. Through her participation in the sport, Drushal emphasizes that it reinforces the importance of teamwork, perseverance, professionalism, and effective stress management, which are vital in both her athletic endeavors and her legal practice. These skills, cultivated on…
MAGA’s agenda, underlined by Trump’s persistent use of tariffs, is signaling a shift away from traditional capitalism—a movement being closely scrutinized by corporate America. Adrian Wooldridge has highlighted that the reaffirmation of tariffs on friendly countries is more than a trade adjustment; it indicates a broader economic strategy that could challenge the pillars of post-war…
Nigerian legal firms, including Olaniwun Ajayi, are experiencing an increase in demand for legal services due to significant activities in tax enforcement, data investigations, and corporate deals in 2025. This upswing is largely attributed to the Nigerian government’s $81.5 billion lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Binance, as reported by Law.com International. The Nigerian Federal Inland Revenue…
The United Nations has formally condemned recent attacks executed against Muslim communities and Sudanese refugees in the Central African Republic (CAR). A report published by the UN Human Rights Office and the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) sheds light on these grave human rights violations perpetrated primarily by armed…
In a significant development for the global legal landscape, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati plans to shut down its office in Beijing. This move makes Wilson Sonsini the latest U.S. law firm to scale back its operations in China. The firm, which also operates in Shanghai and Hong Kong, joins a growing number of at…
The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal has upheld the convictions of opposition activist Tam Tak Chi for uttering seditious words under the now-repealed section 10(1)(b) of the Crimes Ordinance. This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny of sedition laws in the region, particularly concerning whether the prosecution must demonstrate intent to incite violence or public…
Addleshaw Goddard is now the latest law firm to integrate the AI platform Legora within its legal operations. This decision comes in the wake of a similar move by Bird & Bird, another prominent UK firm, which introduced Legora to its lawyers following a successful six-month evaluation period. Addleshaw Goddard stated it had been in…
Amnesty International has recently called on Egyptian authorities to halt their alleged retaliatory actions against hunger-striking prisoners at the 10th of Ramadan Prison. These detainees are protesting against what they describe as arbitrary detention under oppressive conditions. This development was reported by JURIST. According to Mahmoud Shalaby, an Egypt researcher at Amnesty International, rather than…
The US Supreme Court has ruled in a narrow 5-4 decision to reinstate approximately $2 billion in foreign aid that had been frozen under the Trump administration. This decision comes after a temporary restraining order was issued against the administration, which sought to impose a 90-day pause on foreign aid for a comprehensive evaluation of…
In a special recognition timed with International Women’s Day 2025, Law.com International has highlighted some of the most promising female talents in the UK legal sector. The comprehensive evaluation process focused on entrants under the age of 40, as over 120 entrants were rigorously reviewed based on the quality of their client base, significant career…
In an era where international trade dynamics are rapidly shifting, Big Law firms are witnessing bustling activity within their customs and trade practices. As detailed in a report from Bloomberg Law, the imposition of tariffs by the U.S. and retaliatory measures by other countries have spurred demand for legal expertise in trade compliance and strategy….
Maurice Blackburn, a prominent Australian law firm well-known for handling class actions, has recently altered the out-of-office messages of its lawyers to omit mentions of industrial action linked to an ongoing pay dispute. The alteration comes amid tensions within the firm, where some lawyers had planned not to bill clients as a form of protest,…
In a significant divestiture within the retail sector, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Nishimura & Asahi are representing KKR as it, along with Walmart, sells their combined holdings in the Japanese supermarket chain Seiyu to Trial Holdings. This $2.5 billion transaction involves the transfer of an 85% stake from KKR and 15% from Walmart. Trial…
The H-1B visa program, a vital mechanism utilized by U.S. companies to recruit skilled international workers, is poised to face increased scrutiny as the annual lottery process kicks off. This year, starting on March 7, employers can register their candidates for the 85,000 available visas primarily sought by the technology sector. Despite an increase in…