Linklaters has named Matthew Hodgson as a new addition to their team, bringing him on board as an arbitration partner and head of public international law in London. This announcement, made Tuesday, highlights Linklaters’ commitment to strengthening its expertise in international legal matters. Hodgson, who joins Linklaters from A&O Shearman, is known for his extensive…
Baker McKenzie has announced the appointment of Scott Levine as a tax partner in its Washington office. Levine transitions from the U.S. Treasury Department, where he held the position of Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Tax Affairs. This strategic move bolsters Baker McKenzie’s capabilities in navigating complex tax-related issues that arise in corporate transactions. Levine…
BakerHostetler has announced the addition of Brad Pensyl as a partner in its litigation practice group based in New York. This strategic move is part of the firm’s ongoing expansion efforts in its commercial litigation capabilities. Pensyl is set to bring extensive expertise to BakerHostetler, with a focus on representing clients in areas such as…
As litigation financing continues to carve out its niche within the legal landscape, a fresh proposal in California aims to inject regulatory oversight into this burgeoning industry. A recent advancement in the California Legislature proposes that investors who finance lawsuits must acquire a state license, targeting commercial suits and seeking greater transparency in an industry…
In a strategic shift, biotechnology company LungLife announced its decision to delist its shares from the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) of the London Stock Exchange. This decision follows a deal to sell its intellectual property assets, a move that marks a significant change in the company’s market presence and future operational strategy. The company has…
In a move set to streamline the transition process for their client law firms, Gauvreau CPA, a recognized Clio Gold Partner, has chosen Universal Migrator as their preferred solution for data migration. This decision aims to expedite onboarding processes while enhancing service offerings. Universal Migrator, a tool designed to assist law firms and legal organizations…
Apple and Google do not currently face liability in a products lawsuit that involves a child’s gaming addiction, a federal ruling in Illinois has determined. According to U.S. District Judge April M. Perry of the Northern District of Illinois, the tech giants’ platforms, such as the Google Play and Apple app stores, are not shown…
The US Supreme Court may soon offer a Georgia family the opportunity to pursue litigation against the federal government due to a mistaken raid on their home. While specific arguments were presented to the justices during recent hearings, the Court has not yet signaled which legal avenue it will pursue to potentially revive the case….
In a recent announcement, the law firm Holland & Knight LLP revealed that Michal Ilana Freedhoff has joined as an advisor. Freedhoff, a chemist who has spent her career deeply involved in legislative and regulatory policies, previously led the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention under the Biden administration. Her…
The Supreme Court recently heard arguments in Laboratory Corp. of America v. Davis, a case probing the boundaries of class action certification in the context of uninjured plaintiffs. The case centers around Labcorp’s introduction of automated check-in kiosks, which have sparked a class action lawsuit alleging that these kiosks are inaccessible for blind individuals, thus…
The United States Supreme Court has added a noteworthy procedural case to its docket for the 2025-26 term, addressing a significant lawsuit against Hain Celestial Group, the company responsible for Earth’s Best organic baby food. This case originated from complaints filed by Sarah and Grant Palmquist, asserting that the baby food, sold by retailers including…
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to hear oral arguments concerning a Catholic virtual charter school’s attempt to become the nation’s first religious charter school. The case involves a decision by the Oklahoma charter school board to approve an application submitted by the archdiocese of Oklahoma City and the diocese of Tulsa for a virtual…
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to release opinions from its current term on Tuesday, April 29. Legal professionals and interested parties may wish to follow along as the court publishes its decisions on pending cases. It has become common practice for key legal communities to closely follow the release of opinions, given their significant…
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to release one or more opinions at 10 a.m. EDT today. Legal professionals can join a live blog covering these announcements as they happen. Shortly thereafter, the court will hear oral arguments in Martin v. United States, a high-profile case involving an Atlanta couple whose home was accidentally raided…
On Tuesday, April 29, the Supreme Court announced its decision in the highly-anticipated case of Advocate Christ Medical Center v. Kennedy. Legal professionals and scholars closely watched the release of this opinion, available in full here, as it addresses significant issues related to healthcare policy and medical practices. The case’s outcome is expected to have…
The legal education landscape is witnessing significant changes as detailed in the latest Go-To Law Schools Rankings. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Law.com has broadened its survey methodology to encompass the entire NLJ 500, rather than restricting it to the top 100 largest firms as was customary in previous iterations. This expansion offers a wider and…
The latest data on law schools and their placement success in securing positions for their graduates at the nation’s largest 500 firms has been outlined in a recent report. According to this information, statistics are available for each law school that had a 2024 graduate employed with such firms. This data provides insights into the…
In a recent call to action, human rights organizations are urging President Joseph Boakai of Liberia to renew his executive order concerning the establishment of a war crimes court. The proposed court is aimed at addressing the atrocities committed during the two Liberian civil wars, which spanned from 1989 to 2003. The conflict was marked…
As the legal industry continues to evolve, the latest data on Go-To Law Schools for 2025 offers insight into where major law firms are recruiting their new associate talent. The report provides a valuable resource for analyzing trends in how law schools are aligning with top law firms, based on where the 2024 graduates secured…
The legal profession continues to evolve, with top law schools playing a critical role in shaping the future landscape, particularly in the context of Big Law. The 2025 Top 50 Go-To Law Schools highlights institutions that have excelled in funneling graduates into associate roles at the largest 100 law firms. This list focuses on the…
The cost to attend prestigious law schools often reflects their reputation and track record in placing graduates in prominent positions. Details regarding tuition levels for these institutions indicate what aspiring lawyers can expect to pay for education pathways directing them toward Big Law careers. For an in-depth look at these figures and considerations for prospective…
The landscape of recruitment in Big Law is experiencing a shift with the decline of the on-campus interview (OCI) process, broadening opportunities for students from a wider array of law schools. Traditionally, top-ranked law schools have consistently sent the most students to leading law firms, defined by high profits per lawyer. However, there is a…
In an unexpected twist for the legal sector, revenue at the 100 largest U.S. law firms has seen an increase of 11.4% in the first quarter, according to the latest analysis from Wells Fargo’s legal banking unit. This growth outstrips the figures from the previous year and occurs despite a recorded decline in demand for…
As the Supreme Court gears up for another busy session today, significant cases are drawing attention, both inside and outside legal circles. A noteworthy case being heard today is Martin v. U.S., involving an Atlanta couple whose home was inadvertently raided by an FBI SWAT team. This case raises critical questions about the federal government’s…
This coming Tuesday, April 29, the legal community will turn its attention to the Supreme Court as it readies to release opinions from one or more argued cases from the current term. The anticipation surrounding these opinion releases is particularly significant for professionals working within leading corporations and law firms, as the rulings may have…