Kirkland & Ellis, a leading law firm known for its robust litigation capabilities, has increasingly relied on Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs) to drive its litigation business, securing more than $1 billion in revenue through these structures last year. AFAs now account for approximately 30% of Kirkland’s litigation revenue, showcasing the firm’s successful adaptation to evolving…
In New Jersey, the annual summer associate hiring season has concluded, leaving many law firms to focus on acquiring young yet experienced attorneys. The transition underscores a growing trend where firms prioritize practical experience over traditional hiring for entry-level positions. Tim Corriston, managing partner at Connell Foley, highlighted that while the salary gap between first-year…
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, a prominent player in the private equity sphere, has recently experienced a significant shift in its leadership dynamics. The firm’s Private Equity Co-Head, Rodney S. Laughlin, has made the move to join Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, a well-regarded competitor in the legal realm. This transition highlights an…
Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is facing a lawsuit from former associate Matthew Cali, who alleges the firm retaliated against him after he took medical leave for a heart attack and reported concerns about partners’ billing practices. According to the complaint filed in New Jersey federal court, Cali suffered a major heart attack in November 2023…
In a legal challenge that has captured attention across the broadcast industry, Wilkinson Stekloff and Clement & Murphy have teamed up in a lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Filed on behalf of ABC, the suit alleges that the FCC has infringed on the network’s First Amendment rights. This collaborative effort marks a significant…
Amnesty International has recently urged Ecuador’s authorities to rescind all legal and financial penalties imposed on activists who were pivotal in initiating the 2023 Yasuní Referendum. This development arises amidst concerns that these sanctions exemplify a broader pattern of suppressing civic space and environmental activism in Ecuador, which has drawn significant global attention. According to…
The United Nations recently revealed a new initiative aimed at safeguarding victims of terrorism from online harm and retraumatisation, focusing on a victim-centric approach to creating safer digital environments. Announced on August 21, the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, the initiative aims to protect human rights and support survivors…
The United Nations has sounded an alarm over significant reductions in global humanitarian aid, an issue that has severe implications for children in Somalia. According to recent updates from the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the cuts have resulted in the closure of over 200 health and nutrition facilities across Somalia, leaving children without essential healthcare,…
This week, over 160 individuals were deported to Haiti following the end of their Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a move that has sparked significant controversy. The deportations took place amidst severe gang violence in Haiti, which has rendered much of the country, including the capital Port-au-Prince, highly unstable. As a result, the charter flight carrying…
In a significant legal decision, the US District Court for the Southern District of New York invalidated a controversial ban that affected immigrant visas for residents of 75 countries. Judge Jeannette Vargas declared that Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s directive was “patently unlawful,” asserting that it exceeded the authority granted to him under the Immigration…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has issued a stark warning regarding the intensifying violence and aggressive expansion by settlers in the occupied West Bank, catalyzing the displacement of Palestinian communities. Their findings, derived from detailed investigations conducted during April and May 2026 across seven Palestinian West Bank communities, reveal a surge in violence, particularly between March…
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has reached a critical point as the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) issued a stark warning regarding the dire shelter conditions faced by civilians. With over 2.1 million Palestinian civilians urgently needing shelter, basic household items, and protection from continuing airstrikes and gunfire, the humanitarian…
In the sprawling landscape of the United States, over 4.2 million miles of public roads traverse the lower 48 states, enough to reach the Moon and back nearly nine times. Within this extensive network, only about 5 percent of the land remains as untamed wilderness, designated as inventoried roadless areas. These areas are now under…
“`html Amnesty International has issued a call for Hamas authorities in the Gaza Strip to halt extrajudicial executions and ensure justice for victims. This demand follows reports of numerous incidents where suspected collaborators with Israel have been summarily executed, often without due process. Recent actions by Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, have highlighted this…
In a significant move highlighting longstanding concerns, the Canadian Civil Liberties Association has initiated legal proceedings against Canada and the province of Manitoba, citing “extremely underfunded” criminal legal aid services that infringe upon fundamental rights. The lawsuit underscores a critical issue: the lack of adequate financial eligibility criteria and scope of coverage for criminal legal…
Over the past week, Law360 has spotlighted some of the most dynamic law firms along with key legal stories that resonated deeply with industry professionals. This coverage served as a vital touchpoint for readers keen on staying abreast of the legal landscape. A significant focal point on Law360 involved an analysis of law firms that…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has vacated a lower court’s award of attorney’s fees in the trademark dispute between Lontex Corporation and Nike Inc., following a settlement reached by the parties. This decision marks a significant development in the protracted litigation over Nike’s use of the phrase “cool compression.” In its…
In a significant development for the biotechnology sector, Cytek Biosciences has been ordered by a Delaware federal jury to pay approximately $36 million in damages for patent infringement. The jury found that Cytek had violated a patent held by Beckman Coulter, which relates to technology critical for the rapid analysis of single cells. This decision…
The recent surge in drone attacks in Ukraine has sparked a warning from the UN’s humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher, about the escalating risk to aid operations and civilians. During a visit to Ukraine for World Humanitarian Day, Fletcher highlighted that drone warfare poses a unique threat, noting that international humanitarian law persists in prohibiting attacks…
The Hong Kong Court of First Instance has recently delivered a verdict finding Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and the now-defunct Hong Kong Alliance guilty under the Beijing-imposed National Security Law (NSL). The charges revolve around their involvement in organizing peaceful vigils commemorating the Tiananmen Square crackdown of June 4, 1989. According to the court’s ruling,…
Amnesty International has issued a warning about Argentina’s expansion of AI-driven surveillance, labeling it as a step towards building a “techno-authoritarian” state without sufficient legal safeguards. This development has raised concerns over potential infringements on civil liberties in the nation. Details of this were highlighted in a report by Amnesty International regarding the government’s increasing…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit recently confirmed a lower court’s decision that John Sarcone III was unlawfully serving as the acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York. This ruling results from Sarcone obtaining grand jury subpoenas targeting the New York Attorney General’s office while improperly appointed. The decision…
“`html The legal landscape between Minnesota and Texas has taken a contentious turn as Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, alongside Governor Tim Walz, initiated a lawsuit against Texas Governor Greg Abbott. This legal action, filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of Texas, seeks to compel the extradition of Christian Castro, an…
Amazon and its subsidiary Twitch face a legal challenge as a Twitch streamer filed a proposed class action against the companies in a California federal court. The streamer alleges that their content, comprising live broadcasts, images, and recorded videos, is being used to train Amazon’s generative AI models without obtaining explicit consent. This lawsuit raises…
The recent legal confrontation involving Adidas and Thom Browne has spotlighted the aggressive tactics sometimes employed in trademark disputes. In a notable ruling, a New York federal court awarded $2.5 million in attorneys’ fees to Thom Browne, after finding Adidas guilty of employing “bully” tactics during the litigation process. This decision underscores the judiciary’s increasing…