Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has made a significant addition to its team by hiring Mihir Rale, the former General Counsel of Disney India. Rale will be taking on a co-lead role in the firm’s technology, media, and telecommunications group, as well as the newly established Digital+ practice. His appointment follows the recent completion of the $8.5…
In a notable shift within the legal community, the former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York has announced her departure from Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison LLP to join Jenner & Block LLP. This move comes only a few months after rejoining Paul Weiss, indicating a strategic career decision that could…
An “apparent software malfunction” has led to the early release of the U.S. Supreme Court’s order list. This premature issuance included the Court’s decision to grant certiorari in four cases, as well as its refusal to hear a number of others. Among the declined cases were those targeting Pennsylvania’s election system and issues related to…
On June 6, 2025, a divided panel from the D.C. Circuit reinstated the White House’s decision to exclude the Associated Press (AP) from the press pool responsible for covering the Oval Office, Air Force One, and Mar-a-Lago. This decision has raised concerns about its impact on the First Amendment and longstanding journalistic practices. A dissenting…
Rush Atkinson, a distinguished litigator with a notable background in the U.S. Justice Department, is making a move from Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP to join the litigation boutique Dunn Isaacson Rhee. This transition represents a significant addition to the growing firm, marking Atkinson as the sixth partner to leave Paul Weiss for…
In a landmark decision, a California federal judge has granted final approval to the NCAA’s $2.78 billion class action settlement, marking a significant shift in collegiate athletics. For the first time, this settlement introduces a revenue-sharing model with college athletes, addressing long-standing debates about financial equity in college sports. The decision is a critical development…
The legal industry is facing a critical challenge as law firms risk devolving into homogeneous entities often likened to “clone factories.” Within these environments, diversity of thought and inclusion of minority groups are increasingly overlooked, leaving fear and silence to prevail. This concern is highlighted in discussions within the legal community as firms grapple with…
The Big Law Secondment Program is fostering cross-border expertise by linking emerging African legal talent with international firms, such as Clifford Chance and Latham & Watkins. This initiative aims to build professional networks and provide young African lawyers with invaluable global exposure. An example of its impact is Silver Kayondo, a partner at Uganda’s Ortus…
In the ongoing legal battle between eHarmony and Australian regulators, the key issue revolves around the allegation that the online dating site misled consumers about its prices and subscription terms. As the case unfolds in Australia, it features two prominent law firms, Norton Rose Fulbright and Baker McKenzie, representing the opposing sides. The core matter…
The alluring prospect of Spain’s vibrant real estate market and the demands of arbitration work are drawing substantial interest from global law firms like Jones Day, Clifford Chance, and Hogan Lovells. These firms are positioning themselves within the Spanish market amidst a backdrop of competitive legal hiring and business transactions. Notably, in the first four…
The Tokyo High Court has reversed a previous ruling that held former executives of Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) financially accountable for not preventing the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011. The high court’s decision nullifies the district court’s order, which had demanded a compensation of 13 trillion yen ($90 billion) from the executives for…
“`html Legal giant Ashurst is strategically positioning itself to capture a significant share of the Indian market, as it meticulously prepares for its launch operations. Last year, the firm bolstered its capabilities by hiring two partners from Khaitan & Co, reflecting its commitment to building a robust India strategy. However, Ashurst is currently holding its…