India has expressed strong displeasure with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk following his comments on the situation in Kashmir and Manipur. Labeling Turk’s observations on violence and alleged restrictions on journalists and activists in these regions as “unfounded and baseless,” India has refuted the claims during the 58th session of the UN…
The volatile situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has caught the attention of UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders, Mary Lawlor, who has issued a stark plea for international support. In a recent statement, Lawlor highlighted the acute risks faced by human rights defenders in the region….
In a significant legal decision, a judge from the US District Court for the District of Columbia has barred former President Donald Trump from dismissing Cathy Harris, the Democratic chair of the US Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). Harris had received notification from Trump of her immediate termination, but the communication lacked any specified reason….
The United States Supreme Court recently engaged in a deliberation concerning the legal standing of Texas and certain land-owning corporations within the Permian Basin to contest a federal initiative involving the provisional storage of a significant quantity of highly radioactive waste. The case has drawn attention due to its implications for both state rights and…
In an impressive show of financial performance for 2024, law firm Blank Rome reported an increase in gross revenue by 18.7%, reaching $742.7 million. The firm’s net income saw an impressive rise of 23.9%, elevating its earnings to $285.4 million. This marks a significant growth trajectory for the firm, as it continues its expansion efforts…
Amid a series of leadership changes, Weil, Gotshal & Manges has appointed younger partners in their 30s and 40s to helm key practice areas within the firm. Following the departures of several practice leaders, the law firm is reshaping its structure by promoting these younger partners to lead its litigation, corporate, and restructuring departments. In…
Husch Blackwell has reported a significant increase in its financial performance, with revenue rising 15% in 2024 to $707.8 million. This growth is attributed to expansions in headcount and billing rates across a majority of the firm’s practices. The firm has also reached an important milestone with its profits per equity partner (PEP) crossing the…
Leaders in major labor and employment law firms are observing closely as Lori Chavez-DeRemer moves towards confirmation as the new U.S. Secretary of Labor, an appointment that is expected to maintain current levels of demand for legal services among corporations. Given her previous support for organized labor, coupled with the broader stance of President Donald…
In a notable development within the legal community concerning the Miss America Organization, a federal judge in the Southern District of Florida has allowed the majority of claims to proceed in a suit filed under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. Out of the 18 causes of action initially brought forward, only one…
In a renewed appeal, United Nations experts have called on Poland to acquit Justyna Wydrzyńska, a prominent abortion rights activist, as she faces a retrial. Wydrzyńska was previously sentenced to eight months of community service for what authorities classified as “helping with an abortion” and “possession of medicines without authorization” after she assisted a domestic…
Swiftly Systems Inc., a prominent player in the retail technology and media sector, finds itself embroiled in legal controversy as it faces a federal lawsuit. The company’s legal challenges are accentuated by allegations of discrimination and retaliatory practices, claims that reportedly involve their legal representation, Littler Mendelson P.C. The lawsuit, filed in the US District…
Baker Donelson has announced the recruitment of James Roberts as a shareholder in its corporate restructuring and bankruptcy group located in Birmingham, Alabama. This addition underscores the firm’s commitment to expanding its expertise in financial services-specific legal issues, particularly in areas of commercial loan restructurings and bankruptcies. Read more from Bloomberg Law. Roberts brings a…
Legal News The law firm Akerman LLP has announced the addition of Cole Beaubouef as a partner in their corporate practice group, based in New York. Beaubouef brings with him extensive experience in advising private fund managers, family offices, and institutional investors on a variety of issues related to investment management, regulatory compliance, and corporate…
Steptoe & Johnson LLP has taken a strategic step in enhancing its global business and human rights capabilities with the addition of two prominent partners, Jonathan Drimmer and Yousuf Aftab. The announcement was made on Wednesday, signaling the firm’s commitment to addressing complex international legal challenges. Jonathan Drimmer, known for his work in advising corporations…
Ropes & Gray announced that Joshua Levy will rejoin the firm as a partner in its litigation and enforcement practice, adding depth to its Boston office. Having served as the US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts, Levy directed the office as it became the leading U.S. attorney’s office in terms of False Claims Act…
Michelle Moosally has been appointed as the general counsel and chief legal officer of Citizens Financial Group, a major development for the banking institution. Her appointment, effective as of March 3, 2025, places her at the helm of the company’s legal strategies and operations. In her new role, Moosally will oversee the legal department, which…
Lesley Gregory has taken up a new role as a cross-border corporate partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP’s London office. The firm made the announcement recently, highlighting that Gregory’s expertise lies in public and private mergers and acquisitions, as well as capital markets transactions. Her advisory work spans cross-border transactions, international deal structuring, and alternative…
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati PC has confirmed that they are scaling back their operations in Greater China by closing their office in Beijing. This decision reflects the ongoing challenges and strategic realignments experienced by international law firms operating within the region. For further information regarding this development, visit Law360.
The United States Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the city and county of San Francisco in a legal battle against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). At the heart of the dispute was whether the EPA could penalize San Francisco when water quality levels fell below the agency’s standards, despite the city operating under…
The Federal Judges Association (FJA), a voluntary body comprising over 1,100 federal judges, recently issued a statement strongly condemning threats made against the judiciary. This criticism comes in the wake of calls by certain Republican lawmakers and Elon Musk for the impeachment of judges who have temporarily halted Trump administration policies. The FJA emphasized the…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has placed two significant foreign bribery cases under priority review as part of an ongoing assessment of its enforcement strategy concerning the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). These cases, currently pending in Pennsylvania and Florida, are undergoing scrutiny that may ultimately influence whether they will proceed or be dismissed….
In the latest episode of How It Works, Jacqueline Schafer, the founder and CEO of Clearbrief, and Tim Parker, an account executive at Clearbrief, conducted a walkthrough of their software platform. Clearbrief, recognized since its 2022 appearance as a Startup Alley finalist, has consistently drawn interest for its approach to enhancing the legal writing process….
A federal judge in Chicago has allowed expert testimony in a courtroom debate over alleged defective design by SharkNinja. The product in question is the Ninja Intellisense Kitchen System, allegedly causing hand injuries due to its circular lid becoming jammed. Despite the defendant’s attempts to disqualify the plaintiff’s expert, Dr. Wade Lanning, who argued the…
The Trump administration’s recent move regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) budget has taken an unexpected turn. David Fotouhi, the White House’s nominee for the deputy administrator position at the EPA, has revised prior commitments to significantly slashing the agency’s budget. According to Fotouhi, the proposed cuts are specifically associated with the 2024 financial year,…
Chicago’s legal community is bracing for a significant transition with the forthcoming resignation of Amarjeet Bhachu, the assistant U.S. attorney known for his rigorous approach to public corruption trials. Announced by a spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois, Bhachu’s departure is scheduled for March 14. Bhachu has led some…